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Dimplex BF8000ST Service Manual

26” self trimming fireplace
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read this manual first before attempting to service this
fireplace. For your safety, always comply with all warnings and safety instructions contained in this
manual to prevent personal injury or property damage.
Dimplex North America Limited
1367 Industrial Road Cambridge ON Canada N1R 7G8
1-888-346-7539 www.dimplex.com
In keeping with our policy of continuous product development, we reserve the right to make changes without
notice.
© 2012 Dimplex North America Limited
Service Manual
26" Self Trimming Fireplace
Model Number
BF8000ST
REV
PCN
DATE
00
11645
Sep 30, 09
01
13043
Mar 9, 2012
7400260000R01

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  • Page 1 1367 Industrial Road Cambridge ON Canada N1R 7G8 11645 Sep 30, 09 1-888-346-7539 www.dimplex.com In keeping with our policy of continuous product development, we reserve the right to make changes without 13043 Mar 9, 2012 notice. © 2012 Dimplex North America Limited 7400260000R01...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Operation - 3 Stage Remote ..........3 Operation - No Remote .

  • Page 3: Operation - 3 Stage Remote

    CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater, D. Thermostat Control disconnect power and call Dimplex customer service at To adjust the temperature to your individual requirements, 1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-346-7539). turn the thermostat control clockwise all the way to turn on Remote Control the heater.

  • Page 4: Operation - No Remote

    Battery Replacement (Figure 3) hear the click again and the heater will turn on. To turn the heater off, rotate the knob fully counter clockwise. To replace battery: Slide battery cover open on the remote control. E. Heat On/Off Switch Install one 12-volt (A23) battery in the battery holder.

  • Page 5: Maintenance

    Maintenance Insert new bulbs. Replace the Log Set by inserting the front edge of the WARNINg: Disconnect power before attempting any fireplace and push down on the rear edge of the Ember maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire, electric Bed until it snaps into place (Figure 6).

  • Page 6: Exploded Parts Diagram

    Exploded Parts Diagram Replacement Parts List Double Lamp holder (2 in unit) ..2500400300RP Log set ......0437960100RP Mirror (no brick) .

  • Page 7: Wiring Diagram - 3 Stage Remote

    Wiring Diagram - 3 Stage Remote (MOD 0 & A Units) Power Cord Remote Control Receiver Light Dimmer Control 3-Position Switch Thermostat Terminal Block Heater Assembly Flame Speed Control...

  • Page 8: Wiring Diagram - No Remote

    Wiring Diagram - No Remote (MOD B-F Units) Power Cord On/Off Switch Flame Speed Control Light Dimmer Control Heater On/Off Switch Terminal Block Heater Assembly Thermostat...

  • Page 9: Partially Reflective Glass Replacement

    Partially Reflective Glass Replacement On/Off Switch Replacement WARNINg: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow WARNINg: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 5 minutes for light bulbs and heating element to at least 5 minutes for light bulbs and heating element to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.

  • Page 10: Heater On/Off Switch Replacement

    Heater On/Off Switch Replacement three (3) wiring clips noting their original locations. NOTE: A flat head screwdriver can be used to gen- WARNINg: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow tly pry between the end of the connector and the switch to at least 5 minutes for light bulbs and heating element to release the wires.

  • Page 11: Flame Speed Control Replacement

    The Light Dimmer Control board is fastened to the Properly orient the new potentiometer and control board underside of the ember bed support by four (4) mounting and re-connect all of the wiring connections. studs, one in each corner (Figure 11). Either squeeze Reassemble in the reverse order as above.

  • Page 12: Thermostat Control Replacement

    bushing on the motor shaft. Figure 15 Before removing the Flicker Motor, cut the Flicker Motor wires (five (5) in total) close to the Flicker Motor end with wire cutters. Remove the rubber bushing from the motor shaft by applying needle nose pliers to the motor shaft and twist the rubber bushing off of the motor shaft.

  • Page 13: Power Cord Replacement

    one black), noting all of their original positions. Figure 19 Turn the top panel over and while supporting the Heater Assembly and panel in one hand, remove the On/Off five (5) heater mounting screws, noting the center Switch screw is of a larger diameter (Figure 18). Separate the Heater Assembly from the top panel.
  • Page 14 shock or damage to persons. LEDs (3) 3-Position Switch Figure 20 Remove the firebox from the mantel. Lay unit on its back. 3-Position Remove the 12 Philips screws that fasten the bottom Switch cover to the rest of the firebox. There are: two (2) Wires (3) screws on each side;...

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting guide PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION general Circuit breaker trips or fuse Short in unit wiring. Trace wiring in unit. blows when unit is turned on Improper circuit current rating Additional appliances may exceed the current rating of the circuit breaker or fuse. Plug unit into another outlet or install unit on a dedicated 15 amp circuit.
  • Page 16 PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Heater Heater is not turning off Improper operation Refer to Operation Section Defective Thermostat Replace Thermostat Defective Remote Control Receiver Replace Remote Control Receiver Heater is not turning on Improper operation Refer to Operation Section Loose Wiring Trace wiring in unit Defective Thermostat Replace Thermostat...

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