To Replace Flame Motor/Flame Rod - Dimplex DFB6016 Parts & Service Manual

DFB6016
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 FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD

1. Remove the trim by turning the retaining fasteners counter clockwise ¼ turn until the
trim releases from the firebox using a slotted screwdriver.
2. Remove the firebox from the mantel.
3. Remove front glass retaining clip, while holding the front glass.
4. Remove the front glass and set aside.
5. Remove the log set by lifting up the front edge of the log until it clears the front tabs.
Pull out until the rear tab clears the back ledge, then lift out.
6. Cut the flicker motor wires close to the flicker motor end with wire cutters.
7. Remove the reflector rod from the flicker motor by pulling the end of the rod to the
left and cut the reflector spring with wire cutters. DO NOT TAKE THE LEFTOVER
SPRING OFF THE END OF THE REFLECTOR ROD
8. Remove the (2) screws securing the flicker motor to the flicker motor bracket.
9. Discard the old flicker motor.
10. Pick up the 1 ½" rubber sleeve and locate over remaining spring on reflector rod.
ENSURE TO LOCATE THE LARGE OPENING OF THE RUBBER SLEEVE OVER
THE REMAINING SPRING OF THE REFLECTOR ROD.
11. Pick up new flicker motor and cut wire leads to 3 ½" long with wire cutters.
12. Secure new flicker motor to the existing reflector rod. Ensure the flicker motor
bracket is in between the motor and the reflector rod.
13. Pick up slip joint pliers and adjust to proper slot.
14. Pick up wire connector and place (1) yellow wire into each terminal. (total of 2
yellow wires)
15. Secure wire connector by crimping the 3M symbol with slip joint pliers.
16. Pull on end of wires to ensure a strong connection.
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