Dimplex V1525RT, V1525BT User Manual

PRACTICAL USER’S GUIDE

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FOR THE IN-STUD FIREPLACE

MODEL NUMBER:

V1525BT V1525RT

Valued Customer,

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

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 IN-STUD FIREPLACE

1. Before using the In-Stud fireplace verify:

• Are the circuit breakers for the unit on?

• Are the light bulbs loose? (to check,

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

2. The heater may emit a slight, harmless odor

when first used. This odor is a normal condition

caused by the initial heating of internal heater

parts.

3. The information regarding the model of your unit

can be found on the rating plate located on the

side of the unit. See page 4 for an illustration on

how to locate the rating plate.

4. If you have any questions or concerns regarding

the operation of your fireplace, contact Dimplex

customer service at 1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-

346-7539)

CONTENTS

PAGE 1 – 2 Important Instructions PAGE 4 Fireplace Installation PAGE 13 Operation PAGE 15 Maintenance

PAGE 18 Warranty

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

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.

1. Read all instructions before using the In-Stud 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 and whenever the unit is left operating and unattended.

4. Always disconnect power to the fireplace when not in use for extended period of time.

5. Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug (for units supplied with a cord), or if the heater has malfunctioned, or if the fireplace has been dropped or damaged in any manner . Cont act Dimplex Customer Services 1-888-346-7539 immediately.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.

8. Do not run the cord under carpeting (for units supplied with a cord). 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, and then remove the plug from the outlet or switch off at main power supply panel if the unit is hardwired.

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.

1 1. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intake

or exhaust in any manner .

12. 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.

13. Do not modify the 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. This unit may have a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). The plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way . If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way . 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 fireplace.

16. Do not strike the glass front.

17. Always use a certified electrician for build-in hard-wired installation.

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

19. Disconnect all main power supply (unplug the

unit or switch off at main service panel) before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of the unit.

20. Do not operate the fireplace without the glass

assembly and/or frame.

21. When transporting or storing the unit and cord,

keep in a dry place, free from excessive vibration and store so as to avoid damage.

22. Do not put combustible material, liquid, small

articles such as sand inside glass assembly.

SAVE THESE

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 see below.

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.

Step-by-Step Installation

NOTE

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 the 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 .

W ARNING

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. WARNING The In-Stud fireplace is wall mountable and can be build-in the wall space 16" over-center between 2"x4" wall studs. Follow the installation instructions for either wall mount or built-in mounting; failure to do so may cause damage or injury.

Remove glass assembly before installing fireplace on or into a wall.

1. Remove screws securing glass assembly on the mounting tabs. (Figure 1)

2. Use both handles on the sides of the glass assembly, lift and remove the assembly from the fireplace.

3. Please glass assembly with it’s back facing down on a flat surface.

Wall Mounting Instructions:

1. Leave the trim uninstalled until step 9.

2. Select a location for the fireplace, preferably

above an electrical outlet and there must be at least one wall stud behind for the fireplace to mount onto. The bottom of the unit must be a minimum of 4" space above the floor (mounting holes 29.5" minimum above the floor). Access to the electrical outlet must be maintained. Ensure the installation meets the national and state/ provincial electrical codes.

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