Operation - Dimplex BFSL33 Service Manual

OPERATION

Figure 1
The controls for the Electric Fireplace are located at the top
right hand corner of the unit.
Manual Controls
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NOTE: Ensure that the Voltage Selector switch is set to
the appropriate voltage (115V or 230V) (Figure 1F)
A. On/Off Switch
On/Off Switch, energizes firebox.
B. "-- " Button
Pressing this button toggles sequentially through the three
levels of the fireplace: flame only; to flame and low heat; to
flame and high heat.
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NOTE: In some units after the unit is switched from
flame and high heat to another function there is a 30
second fan delay, where the fan will continue running
before turning off.
C. "O" Button
Pressing this button at any time will shut the unit off.
D. 3-Position Switch
Switches the operation of the fireplace between the
different modes of the fireplace:
• OFF (center): Makes the unit inoperable.
• MANUAL (top): All functions of the fireplace are
controlled by the On and Off buttons as described above
(A, B).
• REMOTE (bottom): All functions of the fireplace are
controlled by the Remote Control.
E. LED Indicators
Depicts which of the three (3) levels the fireplace is
currently operating at: Level 1 , Level 2
F. Voltage Selector Switch
Needs to be set to reflect the incoming voltage to the unit -
115V or 230V.
Resetting the Temperature Cutoff Switch
Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn
the fireplace off and it will not come back on without being
reset. It can be reset by switching the On/Off Switch to Off
and waiting five (5) minutes before switching the unit back
on.
F
A
B
E
or Level 3
CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater,
disconnect power and call Dimplex customer service at
1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-346-7539).
C
Remote Control
The fireplace is supplied with a radio frequency remote
control. This remote control has a range of approximately
50 feet (15.25 m), it does not have to be pointed at the
fireplace and can pass through most obstacles (including
walls). It is supplied with one of hundreds of independent
frequencies to prevent interference with other units.
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NOTE: Before attempting any operation with the
remote, pull the plastic insulator strip out from between
the remote casing and battery cover (Figure 2).
Remote Control Initialization/Reprogramming
If the remote control or receiver has been replaced, follow
these steps to initialize the remote control and receiver:
1. Ensure that power is supplied through main service
panel.
2. Access the manual controls, (remove the glass doors
if applicable) pull the right hand steel curtain to the
outside of the unit.
3. Locate manual controls. (Figure 1)
4. Set the 3-Position switch to "Remote" (Figure 1D)
5. Activate the On/Off Switch, the red Level 1 Indicator
Light will flash. (Figure 1A)
6. Press and hold the On button on the manual controls
(Figure 1B) for five (5) seconds. The Level 1 Indicator
Light (Figure 1E) will then flash for 10 seconds.
7. Within the 10 seconds press the ON button located on
the remote control. (Figure 2) This will synchronize the
remote control and receiver.
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NOTE: In case initialization fails, repeat step 4 to 6 but
stand a few feet away while pressing the ON button on the
remote control.
Remote Control Usage
The remote control operates the fireplace levels
sequentially (from off): flames only; to flames and low heat;
to flames and high heat.
The level is increased every time the ON button is pressed
on the remote control and the fireplace can be turned off at
any point by pressing the OFF button.
Battery Replacement
To replace the battery:
1. Slide battery cover
.
open on the remote
control (Figure 2).
2. Install one (1) 12-Volt
(A23) battery in the
battery holder.
3. Close the battery cover
Battery must be
recycled or
disposed of
properly. Check with your
Local Authority or Retailer for recycling advice in your area.
Figure 2
On
Button
Off Button
Plastic
Strip
Battery
Cover
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