Dimplex DF3215 User Manual

PRACTICAL USER’S GUIDE

FOR THE DIMPLEX MULTIFIRE™

ELECTRIC FIREPLACE

MODEL NUMBER:

DF3215

Serial Number _________________

Model Number _________________

CAT Number __________________

Valued Customer,

We are pleased that you have chosen to purchase an electric fireplace

manufactured by Dimplex North America Ltd.

Quality checked by:

Over the years, valuable memories will occur around the warmth and comfort
of your hearth. Thank you for allowing our product to be the backdrop for
those special moments.

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE FOR THE DIMPLEX ELECTRIC
FIREPLACE

1. Prior to the first use of the fireplace verify the following:

• Are the circuit breakers for the socket the unit uses on?

• Are the light bulbs in your fireplace loose? (to check, follow the

instructions for replacing the light bulbs under the maintenance
section of this manual)

2. The heater on your fireplace may emit a slight, harmless odor when
first used. This odor is a normal condition caused by the initial
heating of internal heater parts and will not occur again.

3. The information regarding the model of your fireplace can be found
on the rating plate. See Page 2 for location.

4. If you have any technical questions regarding the operation or service
of your fireplace have your Model and Serial Number ready, and
contact Dimplex North America technical support at 1-888-DIMPLEX
(1-888-346-7539) before returning the product to the point of
purchase.

CONTENTS

PAGE 1 Important Instructions

PAGE 2 Model and Serial Number

Information

PAGE 3 Site Selection and Prepartion

PAGE 4 Fireplace Installation

PAGE 5 Operation

PAGE 13 Maintenance

PAGE 16 Warranty

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE RETAIN THIS USER’S GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using the electric fireplace.

2. The heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot
surfaces. The trim around the heater outlet becomes hot during heater operation. Keep
combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains
at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front of the unit.

3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids
and whenever the unit is left operating and unattended.

4. Always unplug the electric fireplace when not in use.

5. Do not operate any unit with a damaged cord or plug, or if the heater has malfunctioned,
or if the electric fireplace has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater
to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or
repair.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. The electric fireplace is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar
indoor locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water
container.

8. Do not run the cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or the
like. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.

9. To disconnect the unit, turn the controls off, then remove the plug from the outlet.

10. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this
may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage to the heater.

11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intake or exhaust in any manner. Do not use
on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.

12. All electrical heaters have hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas
where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored or where the unit will be
exposed to flammable vapors.

13. Do not modify the electric fireplace. Use it only as described in this manual. Any other
use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to
persons.

14. Avoid the use of an extension cord. Extension cords may overheat and cause a risk of
fire. If you must use an extension cord, the cord must be No. 16 AWG minimum size
and rated no less than 1875 watts.

15. Do not burn wood or other materials in the electric fireplace.

16. Do not strike the fireplace glass.

17. Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required.

18. Always use properly grounded, fused and polarized outlets.

19. Disconnect all power supply before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation
of the unit.

20. When transporting or storing the unit and cord, keep in a dry place, free from excessive

NOTE: Procedures and techniques that are considered important enough to emphasize.
CAUTION: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will result in damage to

the equipment.
WARNING: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will expose the user to
the risk of fire, serious injury, illness or death.

vibration and store so as to avoid damage.

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

If you have any questions regarding our products please have the product model and serial
numbers available upon calling Dimplex customer service or technical support. To locate the
model and serial number labels see below. Record the Model number, Serial number, and
CAT number on the front cover of this manual for future reference.

Model Number

Firebox

Model Numbe

Serial Number

Serial Number

SERIAL No.

XXXXX

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Carton

NOTE 1

A 15amp, 120 volt circuit is required. A dedicated circuit is preferred but not essential in all
cases. A dedicated circuit will be required if, after installation, the circuit breaker trips or fuse
blows on a regular basis when the heater is operating. Additional appliances on the same
circuit may exceed the current rating of the circuit breaker.

WARNING
Ensure the power cord is not installed so that it is pinched or against a sharp edge and ensure
that the power cord is stored or secured to avoid tripping or snagging to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock or injury to persons.
Construction and electrical outlet wiring must comply with local building codes and other
applicable regulations to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons.
Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits. To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock or injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician.

Model Number

Serial Number

SITE SELECTION AND PREPARATION

This section provides instructions for selecting a location and preparing the site to install the
fireplace into your Dimplex mantel surround.

1. Select a suitable location that is not susceptible to moisture and is away from drapes,
furniture and high traffic.

2. For ease of electrical hook up you may wish to locate the fireplace near an existing
outlet. (refer to NOTE 1)

3. Store the fireplace in a safe dry and dust free location.

NOTE

The dimensions of the fireplace are 36 ½”wide X 31 ¾” high X 13” deep. The viewing area is
32” wide and 28 ¼” high. The fireplace does not require any additional venting.

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FIREPLACE INSTALLATION

1. Install the Bi-fold doors to the fireplace.

IMPORTANT
Bi-fold doors MUST be installed to the firebox prior to installing firebox to mantel.

BI-FOLD DOOR INSTALLATION

1. Remove the bi-fold doors from packaging.

2. Remove the Philips head screw and the door spacer from the bottom edge of the bi-fold
door opposite of the door handle.

3. Insert the door spacer into the bottom panel ledge mounting hole.

4. Insert the top edge of the bi-fold door into the top door track on the fireplace.

5. Secure the bi-fold door to unit with supplied screw using a short handled screwdriver.

NOTE
If short handled screwdriver is not available tilt the unit back.

6. Repeat steps 2-5 for the other side.

2. Install the fireplace assembly into the mantel. (refer to mantel assembly instructions)

Bi-fold Door

Mounting Hole

Door Spacer

IMPORTANT
If not using a Dimplex mantel, the fireplace must be installed in an enclosure with the
following MINIMUM internal/opening dimensions.

Screw

Bottom Ledge

FIGURE 1

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