To Replace Heater Assembly - Dimplex 6901860100 Parts & Service Manual

If unit 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 HEATER ASSEMBLY

1. Unplug the unit from power outlet.
2. On the back of the unit, remove the 10 screws along the top, sides and bottom from
the Compact Fireplace, and the 2 screws from the light access cover that secure it to
the mantel.
3. Carefully remove the Compact Fireplace from the mantel holding onto the front glass
so that it does not move.
WARNING
The front glass is held to the Compact Fireplace with double sided tape and could come
apart when separated from the mantel
4. Remove the front glass and set aside.
5. Remove the 2 screws on the top panel that are closest to the front of the unit.
6. Remove the top panel screws and lift off the top panel.
7. Disconnect heater assembly wires noting their original locations.
8. Remove the 4 screws on the top panel that secure the heater assembly
9. Remove the 2 heater brackets and install them on the new heater assembly.
10. Properly orientate the new heater assembly and connect all of the wiring.
WARNING
Ensure wires do not come in contact with moving parts by securing wires in wiring tie
wraps.
NOTE
When re-installing the bottom heater pan, ensure that the heater assembly wires are
clear of the blower wheel. Additional wiring tie wraps may be required.
11. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
TOP PANEL
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HEATER
BRACKETS
HEATER
ASSEMBLY