Always use a qualied technician or service agency to repair this replace.
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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 re, serious
injury, or death.
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OPERATION
Figure 1
2kw
B
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where background noise is very low, it may be possible to
hear a sound which is related to the operation of the ame
effect. This is normal and should not be a cause for concern.
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wall in a level position.
The manual controls for the wall mount engine are located
on the bottom of the unit. (Figure 1)
A. On/Off Switch
Supplies power to the engine.
B. Thermostat Control
To adjust the temperature to your individual requirements,
turn the thermostat control backwards all the way to turn on
the heater. When the room reaches the desired temperature, turn the thermostat knob forward until you hear a click.
Leave thermostat in this position to maintain the room tem-
perature at this setting. For additional heat, turn clockwise
until you hear the click again and the heater will turn on.
C. Mode Selector Switch
Press once to turn on the ame effect. This will be indicated
by an audible “beep”. Although the lights turn on immedi-
ately it will take 30 seconds before the ame effect starts.
• Press again to give ame effect and full heat. This will
• Press again to return to ame effect only. This will be
• Press to put re in to standby mode. This will be
D. Flame Intensity Control
Adjusts the intensity of the ame and smoke effect when the
heater has been activated.
Turning the control knob towards you decreases the inten-
sity of the ame and smoke effect. Turning the control knob
away from you will increase the ame and smoke effect.
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changes you may make on the ame control knob.
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off after 30 seconds. See instructions under Maintenance
Section for relling tank. When this procedure is complete,
the main lamps will illuminate but it will take 30 seconds
before the ames return.
A
C
D
NOTE: When the engine is used in an environment
NOTE: Always ensure that the appliance is xed to the
be indicated by two “beeps”.
indicated by one “beep”.
indicated by one “beep”.
NOTE: Give the ame generator some time to react to
NOTE: When the water tank is empty the unit will turn
Resetting the Temperature Cutoff Switch
Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn
the replace off and it will not come back on without being
reset. It can be reset by switching the On/ Off Switch to Off
and waiting ten (10) minutes before switching the unit back
on.
CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater,
unplug the unit and call Dimplex North America Limited at
1-888-346-7539 for technical support. Please have your
model and serial number ready when calling.
Remote Control
The On/Off Switch must be in the ‘ON’ ( I ) position in order
for the remote control to operate. There are 3 buttons on
the remote control. (Figure 2)
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NOTE: To operate correctly the remote control must be
pointed towards the heater outlet.
The remote control functions are as follows:
Press once to turn on Flame effect only. This will be
indicated by one beep.
Press once to turn on Full heat and Flame effect. This
will be indicated by two beeps.
Standby - This will be indicated by one beep.
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NOTE:Once the mist has been activated, the unit will
have to be turned Off, using either the momentary button,
on the unit, or the Off button on the remote control, then
back on to return to Level 1 - Logs and Light only operation.
Battery Replacement
To replace the battery:
1. Slide battery cover open on the remote control (Figure
10).
2. Install two 1.5 Volt (AAA) battery in the battery holder.
3. Close the battery cover.
Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Check with your Local Authority or Retailer for recycling advice in your area.
Figure 2
Flame
Button
Standby
Button
Heat
Button
Battery Cover
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of re, electric shock or damage to persons.
Filling the water tank
When the water tank is empty, the ame effect shuts off
and you will hear 2 audible beeps, follow these steps.
CAUTION: Allow at least ve minutes for components to
cool before disassembling the unit to rell.
1. Turn the On/Off switch to the off position (0) (Figure 1)
2. Gently remove the rock media and the media tray and
place them carefully on the ground.
3. Remove the rell container by lifting upwards and
outwards.
4. Rell the container with tap water.
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NOTE: Normal tap water can be used in the Optimyst®
as long as the tap water is not considered to be hard water.
In the event your tap water is hard, you may use softened
water or distilled water with 1/8 tsp of salt (0.5 mL) added to
the water reservoir. (The addition of additional salt should
only be when you notice that the unit is not producing mist
as expected.)
5. Screw the cap back on, do not overtighten.
6. Return the rell container to the sump, with the tank
cap facing down and the at side of the tank facing
outward.
7. Gently place the media tray and rock media back into
position.
8. Turn the On/Off switch to the off position (I). (Figure 1)
If you do not intend on using the unit for longer than 2
weeks, empty and drain the unit of water, and dry all of the
water containing components.
media.
Cleaning
It is recommended that all of the components that contain
water are cleaned with soap and water on a biweekly basis. A small brush has been included to assist in cleaning
difcult items/areas, i.e. the transducer.
CAUTION: Do not put plastic components in the dish-
washer.
Filter Cleaning
The air lter can be removed and gently rinsed with water
to clean and dried on a towel before reinstalling.
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NOTE: Replace the lter so that the course black lter is
facing the front of the engine.
Surface Cleaning
Use a warm damp cloth only to clean surfaces of the engine. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
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NOTE: If you need to move the unit ensure that all of
the components that contain water have been emptied before relocating.
Figure 3
Top
Cover
Replacing the Light bulbs
If a large amount of the smoke appears grey or colourless it
may be that one or more of the light bulbs have burnt out.
CAUTION: Allow at least twenty minutes for light bulbs
to cool before touching bulbs to avoid accidental burning of
skin.
1. Leaving the ame effect on, remove the rock media,
tray and water tank and lift out the top cover (Figure 3).
2. View the lamps from a distance in front of the re and
observe which lamp needs to be changed.
3. Turn the unit off, and unplug the engine.
4. Leave the appliance for 20 minutes to allow the lamps
to cool down before removing them.
5. Remove the water tank and sump (Figure 4) by lifting
upwards and placing to the side.
6. Remove the defective bulb, by gently lifting vertically
and disengaging the pins from the lamp holder.
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NOTE: Replacement light bulbs can be obtained by
contacting Dimplex Customer Service at 1-888-346-7539.
7. Carefully insert the two pins of the new bulb into the
two holes in the lamp holder. Push lamp rmly in place.
8. Replace the top cover, rell container, media tray and
Figure 4
Sump
Filter
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EXPLODED PARTS DIAGRAM
1
18
5
25
24
3
9
22
4
7
REPLACEMENT PARTS
1. Remote Control ...................9600385600RP
2. Remote Control Receiver ...........9600580300RP
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Carefully remove the rocks from the front tray.
2. Remove the replace assembly from the wall by care-
fully lifting it upward, releasing it from the anges of the
wall-mounting bracket.
3. Carefully set the unit upright on a at working surface.
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NOTE: If necessary, lay a protective barrier between
the unit and your work surface, (i.e. cloth, cardboard, thick
plastic) to avoid scratching your work surface.
4. Remove the three screws along the back edge of the
top of the unit and the two screws along the top of the
side edge. (Figure 5)
5. Gently remove the top panel, laying it on the work sur-
face so that all of the components can easily be seen.
6. Remove the 4 screws that secure the heater assembly
to the back panel. (Figure 6)
7. Disconnect the wiring connections noting their original
locations.
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NOTE: A at head screwdriver can be used to gently
pry between the end of the connector and the switch to
release the wires.
8. Transfer the mounting brackets from the old heater as-
sembly to the new heater assembly.
9. Properly orient and install the new assembly and con-
nect all of the wiring.
10. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Figure 5
Top Panel
Figure 6
COMPONENT ACCESS
Tools Required: Phillips Head Screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Carefully remove the rocks from the front tray.
2. Remove the replace assembly from the wall by care-
fully lifting it upward, releasing it from the anges of the
wall-mounting bracket.
3. Carefully set the unit upright on a at working surface.
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NOTE: If necessary, lay a protective barrier between
the unit and your work surface, (i.e. cloth, cardboard, thick
plastic) to avoid scratching your work surface.
4. Remove the three screws along the back edge of the
top of the unit and the two screws along the top of the
side edge.
5. Remove the remaining 4 along the front side edge of
the unit on both sides and the three along either side of
the middle back of the unit. (Figure 7)
6. Lay the unit carefully down on the back surface.
7. From this point the entire front (sides and top) can be
lifted off of the back exposing all of the inner components.
ON/OFF SWITCH REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
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Figure 7
1. Follow “Component Access” instructions before proceeding.
2. Locate the On/Off switch and disconnect the wiring
connections noting their original locations. (Figure 8)
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NOTE: A at head screwdriver can be used to gently
pry between the end of the connector and the switch to
release the wires.
3. Depress the retainer clips on the rear of the switch and
push the switch out through the opening.
4. Properly orient and insert the new switch and connect
all of the wiring.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
3 POSITION SWITCH REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Follow “Component Access” instructions before pro-
ceeding.
2. Locate the 3 Position switch and disconnect the wiring
connections noting their original locations. (Figure 8)
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NOTE: A at head screwdriver can be used to gently
pry between the end of the connector and the switch to
release the wires.
3. Depress the retainer clips on the rear of the switch and
push the switch out through the opening.
4. Properly orient and insert the new switch and connect
all of the wiring.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Follow “Component Access” instructions before pro-
ceeding.
2. Locate the thermostat and disconnect the wiring con-
nections noting their original locations. (Figure 8)
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NOTE: A at head screwdriver can be used to gently
pry between the end of the connector and the board to
release the wires.
3. Remove the screws securing the thermostat to the
chassis and gently lift the thermostat off.
4. Properly orient and install the new thermostat and con-
nect all of the wiring.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
POTENTIOMETER REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Follow “Component Access” instructions before pro-
ceeding.
2. Locate the potentiometer and disconnect the wiring
connections noting their original locations. (Figure 8)
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NOTE: A at head screwdriver can be used to gently
pry between the end of the connector and the board to
release the wires.
3. Remove the screws securing the potentiometer to the
chassis and gently lift the potentiometer off.
4. Replace the control knob, if required.
5. Properly orient and install the new potentiometer and
connect all of the wiring.
6. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
REMOTE RECEIVER REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
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Figure 8
Transformer
Thermostat
On/Off
Switch
3 Position Switch
Heater Assembly
IR
Sensor
Remote
Receiver
Power
Board
Potentiometer
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Follow “Component Access” instructions before pro-
ceeding.
2. Locate the remote control receiver and disconnect
the wiring connections noting their original locations.
(Figure 8)
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NOTE: A at head screwdriver can be used to gently
pry between the end of the connector and the board to
release the wires.
3. Remove the screws securing the remote receiver to the
chassis and gently lift the receiver off.
4. Properly orient and install the new remote control re-
ceiver and connect all of the wiring.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
POWER BOARD REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Follow “Component Access” instructions before pro-
ceeding.
2. Locate the power board and disconnect the wiring con-
nections noting their original locations. (Figure 8)
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NOTE: A at head screwdriver can be used to gently
pry between the end of the connector and the board to
release the wires.
3. Remove the screws securing the power board to the
chassis and gently lift the board off.
4. Properly orient and install the new power board and
connect all of the wiring.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
TRANSFORMER REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Follow “Component Access” instructions before pro-
ceeding.
2. Locate the transformer and disconnect the wiring con-
nections noting their original locations. (Figure 8)
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NOTE: A at head screwdriver can be used to gently
pry between the end of the connector and the board to
release the wires.
3. Remove the screws securing the transformer to the
chassis and gently lift the board off.
4. Properly orient and install the new transformer and
connect all of the wiring.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
IR SENSOR REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Follow “Component Access” instructions before pro-
ceeding.
2. Locate the IR sensor and disconnect the wiring con-
nection noting their original locations. (Figure 8)
3. Properly orient and install the new IR sensor and con-
nect the wiring.
4. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
POWER CORD REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
Needle nose pliers
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
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Figure 9
to persons.
1. Follow “Component Access” instructions before proceeding.
2. Locate the power cord and disconnect the wiring connections noting their original locations.
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NOTE: A at head screwdriver can be used to gently
pry between the end of the connector and the switch to
release the wires.
3. With needle nose pliers, grasp the power cord strain
relief grommet from inside the back of the bottom panel
and push while twisting to remove.
4. Install the new power cord.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
FAN ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT MOTOR AND HOUSING
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat Head Screwdriver
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
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NOTE: Ensure that all of the components that
contain water have been emptied before performing any
maintenance.
1. Carefully remove the rocks from the front tray.
2. Remove the replace assembly from the wall by care-
fully lifting it upward, releasing it from the anges of the
wall-mounting bracket.
3. Carefully set the unit upright on a at working surface.
!
NOTE: If necessary, lay a protective barrier between
the unit and your work surface, (i.e. cloth, cardboard, thick
plastic) to avoid scratching your work surface.
4. Disassemble the sump components. (Figure 9)
5. Remove the 3 screws that hold the cover onto the fan
housing.
6. Remove the fan motor out of the housing and disconnect the wiring connection located near the bottom of
the housing.
7. If replacing only the motor, attach new motor and reassemble the remainder of the cassette in reverse order
from the instructions above.
• If replacing the housing, remove the 3 screws attaching
the base to the cassette. (Figure 6)
8. Attach new fan housing base to the cassette.
9. Transfer the lter from the old housing to the new housing.
10. Reinstall the fan motor and reconnect the wire.
11. Re-assemble the remainder of the cassette in reverse
order from the instructions above.
LIGHT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
Tools Required: Phillips Head Screwdriver
WARNING: If the replace was operating prior to ser-
vicing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating
elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Carefully remove the rocks from the front tray.
2. Remove the replace assembly from the wall by care-
fully lifting it upward, releasing it from the anges of the
wall-mounting bracket.
3. Carefully set the unit upright on a at working surface.
!
NOTE: If necessary, lay a protective barrier between
the unit and your work surface, (i.e. cloth, cardboard, thick
plastic) to avoid scratching your work surface.
4. Disassemble the sump components. (Figure 9)
5. Lay the unit carefully down on the back surface.
6. Remove the light bulbs and place in a safe location.
7. Remove the two screws securing the light assembly
and housing bracket to the bottom panel.
8. Lift the assembly out and disconnect the wiring connec-
tions noting their original locations.
9. Remove the light assembly from the housing bracket.
10. Properly orient and install the new light assembly and
connect all of the wiring.
11. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEMCAUSESOLUTION
General
Circuit breaker trips or fuse
blows when unit is turned on
Lights dim in room while the unit
is on
Power cord gets warmNormal OperationThe power cord may get slightly warm to the touch
Unpleasant smell when unit is
used.
Appearance
Fireplace does not turn on
Manually
Fireplace does not turn on with
the Remote Control
The ame effect will not startSwitch A is in the ‘ON’ (I) position, but
The ame effect is too low.Flame effect control knob is set too low.
The ame effect has too much
smoke.
Mist is not coming out and the
red light by the transducer is
not on
Mist is coming out fastFilter is missing off of Fan HousingReplace Fan Filter
Mist does not appear to be coming out evenly
Short in unit wiring.Trace wiring in unit.
Improper circuit current ratingAdditional appliances may exceed the current rating
of the circuit breaker or fuse. Plug unit into another
outlet or install unit on a dedicated 15 amp circuit.
Unit is drawing close to circuit current
rating
Defective power cordReplace power cord if cord gets hot to the touch.
Dirty or stale water.Clean the unit as described under maintenance.
Improper operationRefer to Operation Section
No incoming voltage from the electrical
wall socket
Defective 3 Position SwitchReplace 3 Position switch
Improper operationRefer to Operation Section
The batteries in the remote control are
dead.
Defective remote controlReplace Remote Control
Defective remote control receiverReplace remote control receive
Defective IR sensorReplace IR sensor
mode Switch B has not been pressed.
(Figure 2)
Low water level.Check the water tank is full and there is water in the
Water in unit is too coldAllow water to warm to room temperature.
If using distilled or reverse osmosis water,
unit will not produce a consistent mist
Check that the fan is operating correctlyReplace fan assembly
Cord is located over emitter on transducer Relocate cord so that mist is free to rise off of trans-
Defective TransducerReplace Transducer
(Figure 2)
Flame effect setting is too high. Turn the ame effect Control knob “C” to the right until
The cord from the power board is not
working
Unit is not levelLevel unit
Media is blocking air owRearrange media
A light bulb is burnt outReplace light bulb
Move the unit to another outlet or install unit on a dedicated 15 amp circuit
when the heater is on
Check Fuse/Breaker Panel
Install new battery into the remote control
Press Switch B once for ame effect. (Figure 2)
sump.
Add 1/8 tsp of table salt to water reservoir to introduce electrolytes, only repeat when mist is not being
produced correctly
Ensure that the air lter is clean and dry
ducer.
Increase level of ame by turning Control knob C to
the left slowly. (Figure 2)
it is at minimum and slowly turn to the left, about ¼ a
turn, at a time. Give the ame generator some time to
adjust before increasing. (Figure 2)
Ensure that the cord is not pinched.
Ensure that the cord is fully inserted into the connection on the power board.
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PROBLEMCAUSESOLUTION
Heater
Heater is not turning offImproper operationRefer to Operation Section
Defective 3 position switchReplace 3 position switch
Defective thermostatReplace thermostat
Heater is not turning onImproper operationRefer to Operation Section
Loose wiringTrace Wiring
Defective heater assemblyReplace heater assembly
Defective 3 position switchReplace 3 position switch
Heater is turning off after a
couple of minutes of operation
Heater emits an odorNormal OperationNormal operation is when the heater emits an odor
Heater fan turns on but heater
lacks heat
Heating element is glowing redNormal OperationSmall glowing sections of the element are considered
Heater fan runs continuouslyLoose wiringTrace wiring in unit
Noise
Excessive noise with the heater onDirty heater assemblyEnsure that exterior intake louvers and rebox cavity
Build up of dirt/dust in heater assemblyEnsure that exterior intake louvers and rebox cavity
are free of dirt/dust.
Defective Heater AssemblyReplace Heater Assembly
for a brief period after the heater is initially turned on.
The heater is burning off any dust accumulated during
manufacturing or operation.
Defective heater assemblyReplace heater assembly
Improper operationRefer to Operation Section
Loose wiringTrace wiring in unit
Defective heater assemblyReplace heater assembly
normal.
Defective heater assemblyIf larger glowing sections are causing the heater to trip
the thermal cutout, unplug unit, discontinue use and
replace heater assembly.