To Replace Light Dimmer Switch - Dimplex BF5000NT Parts & Service Manual

BF5000NT, BF5000, EF2604, SF2603, DF2603
If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs
and heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of
electric shock or damage to persons.

TO REPLACE LIGHT DIMMER SWITCH

1. Remove the firebox trim by placing your hand on the grill section, grasping the
sides of the trim and pulling outwards releasing the retainer clips.
2. Remove the firebox from the mantel.
3. Lower the grill covering the controls.
4. Remove the (4) retaining screws on the top cover and remove the top, placing it
upside down on the top of the unit being careful not to damage any of the wiring.
5. Locate the light dimmer switch mounted on the top panel and disconnect the
wiring connections noting their original locations.
6. Pull off the light dimmer control knob to expose the (1) mounting nut.
7. Remove the (1) mounting nut from the control arm of the light dimmer.
8. From under the panel, break off the four mounting studs on the light dimmer
switch by grasping with pliers and twisting on the protruding part of the stud,
push the remainder of the studs out through the top panel.
NOTE: New mounting studs are supplied with the replacement speed control.
9. Remove the dimmer switch
10. Properly orientate the new light dimmer switch and secure the light dimmer
switch to the unit with the included plastic mounting studs.
11. Connect all of the wiring connections to the light dimmer switch.
12. Install dimmer switch to the front of the top cover with (1) mounting nut and put
the light dimmer switch control knob on the control arm.
13. Align the top cover with the cabinet assembly and secure with (4) retaining
screws.
14. Place the firebox in the mantel.
15. Place trim back on firebox by pushing ball studs on trim into the retainer clips on
the firebox.
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