New Wall Construction - Dimplex DF3003 Owner's Manual

Site Selection and Preparation
Figure 1
30 ¼"
(76.8 cm)
25 ½"
(64.8 cm)
Rubber
Feet
Air Circulation Areas
restrict air circulation. If
installing the fireplace in a
carpeted area, place a one-
piece, solid, flat surface under
the fireplace insert. Ensure
that all four of the insert's feet
rest securely on this surface.
Existing Fireplace
Installation
1. Seal all drafts and vents
with non-fibrous insulation
materials to prevent chimney
debris from falling into the
fireplace insert. Do not install
into an existing fireplace
that is prone to leaks or
dampness.
2. Cap the top of the chimney
flue to prevent rain from
entering.
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3.
4.
11 ½"
(29.2 cm)

New Wall Construction

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3.
4.
Plan your electrical power
supply (refer to noTE 1).
The power cord can run along
the front of the hearth to an
outlet near the fireplace.
WARNINg: To prevent
personal injury you should
hire a professional to cap the
chimney flue or cut a hole
in the existing fireplace for
wiring. If you return your
existing fireplace to its original
use (example: wood burning),
it should be inspected by the
local building department prior
to use to reduce the risk of fire
and personal injury.
select a suitable location that
is not susceptible to moisture
and is away from drapes,
furniture and high traffic.
Place the fireplace in the
desired location to see how it
will look in the room.
mark the desired location
on the floor and store the
fireplace in a safe, dry and
dust free location.
Use studs to frame an
opening of 30 ¾ inch (78.1
cm) wide X 25 ¾ inch (65.4
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