
Section 10309 – Manufactured Electric Fireplaces
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Manufactured electric fireplaces.
B. Accessories.
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Wood framed rough opening and enclosure.
1.3 REFERENCES
A. UL - 2021
B. CSA - C22.2 No. 46
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3. Installation methods.
C. Manufacturer's Certificates: Certify products meet or exceed specified requirements.
D. Manufacturer’s warranty.
1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
B. Protect materials from exposure to moisture. Do not deliver until after wet work is
complete and dry.
1.6 WARRANTY
A. Provide the manufacturers 5-year limited warranty on electrical components..
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS
A. Pre-fabricated Electric Fireplace:
1. Base: Dimplex Electric Fireplace
Dimplex North America
1367 Industrial Road
Cambridge ON N1R 7G8
1-888-DIMPLEX
www.dimplex.com
archdesign@dimplex.com
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2. Substitutions not permitted
3. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of
Section 01600.
2.2 ELECTRIC FIREPLACES
A. General:
1. Provide all components and accessories required for a complete, functional unit.
2. UL or CSA listed.
B. Pre-fabricated Electric Fireplace:
1. Base Product:
a) Dimplex Electric Fireplace
b) Model Number: DF3033ST
2. Description: Realistic 33” Self-trimming electric firebox
3. Dimensions:
a) Width: 33-1/8”
b) Height: 23-3/8”
c) Depth: 9-1/8”
d) Height at back: 22-3/8”
4. Framing Dimensions:
a) Width: 31-3/4”
b) Height: 22-3/4”
c) Depth: 9-1/2”
5. Electrical:
a) Volts: 120
b) Watts: 1,000
c) BTUs: 3,415
d) Amps: 8.3
6. Venting: Non-venting
7. Operation: Flame only, flame and heat
8. Heating: Louver-less, fan-forced circulation
9. Liner:
10. Standard features:
a) Flame/ember bed on/off
b) 3D flame effect with mirrored rear glass
c) LED flame technology
d) Cast urethane, inner-glow logs and pulsing ember bed
e) On-demand fan-forced heater with thermostat control
f) Adjustable flame speed and interior brightness
g) Sleep timer
h) Includes 120V plug; direct wire capability
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11. Control options:
a) Digital multi-function remote control – ambient temperature display, set
temperature display, interior brightness control, flame speed control, sleep
timer, on/off, child lock
b) Wall switch remote control kit
c) On-board manual on/off switch
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSPECTION
A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
B. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of
unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
C. Verify proper power supply and fuel source are available.
3.2 PREPARATION
A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
B. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving
the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
3.3 INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and requirements of authorities
having jurisdiction.
B. Use manufacturer's guidelines for minimum clearances to combustibles, walls, and
finishes.
C. Anchor all components firmly in position for long life under hard use.
D. Upon completion of installation, visually inspect all exposed surfaces. Touch up
scratches and abrasions with touch up paint recommended by the manufacturer;
make imperfections invisible to the unaided eye from a distance of 5 feet (1.5 m).
3.4 PROTECTION
A. Protect installed products until completion of project.
B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
END OF SECTION
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