Dimplex EF3003-230 User Manual

PRACTICAL USER’S GUIDE

FOR THE ELECTRIC FIREPLACE

MODEL NUMBER:

EF3003-230

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Valued Customer,

We are pleased that you have chosen to purchase an electric
fireplace manufactured by Dimplex North America Ltd.

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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CONTENTS

PAGE 1 Important Instructions
PAGE 2 Model and Serial Number

Information
PAGE 3 Site selection and preparation
PAGE 5 Fireplace Installation
PAGE 6 Operation
PAGE 9 Maintenance
PAGE 12 Warranty

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 unit 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. If your heater does not emit heat, ensure the switch is on and the
thermostat is turned fully clockwise. If this does not work, switch the
unit off for 5 minutes and try again. Consult page 5 of your Practical
User’s Guide for further information.

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. This fireplace 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. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

5. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirmed persons without supervision.

6. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.

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

8. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or its service agent, or a
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

9. 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.

10. Do not use outdoors.

11. Do not use this fireplace in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.

12. Do not install the fireplace directly on carpet or a similar surface which may restrict air circulation
beneath the unit.

13. 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.

14. Do not locate the heater immediately below a fixed socket-outlet.

15. To disconnect the fireplace, turn the controls off, then remove the plug from the outlet.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. All electrical heaters have hot and arching 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.

19. 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.

20. 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 3-core type and have a rating no less than 13 amps.

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

22. Do not strike the fireplace glass.

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

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

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

26. When transporting or storing the unit and cord, keep in a dry place, free from excessive vibration
and store so as to avoid damage.

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.

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

If you have any questions about our products please have the product model and serial
numbers available upon calling Dimplex customer service. To locate the model and serial
number labels see below.

Model Number

Serial Number

Firebox Carton

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