Preparation For Service; Instructions For Removing From Wall; Surface Mount - Dimplex BLF7451 Service Manual

PREPARATION FOR SERVICE

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NOTE: All components are replaceable from the front
of the fireplace while the unit is mounted on the wall, with
the exception of replacement of the power cord.
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NOTE: If the power cord needs replacing or if the unit
needs to be removed from the wall for any other reason
please begin service by following the "PREPARATION
FOR SERVICE" instructions, then move on to the section

"INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOVING FROM WALL".

Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
1. Disconnect power source.
• Unplug the fireplace from the outlet.
• If unit has been hard wired for power or outlet is
not accessible from the front, turn the breaker off at
the electrical panel.
2. Remove the front glass assembly by removing the
4 screws (1 on the left and 1 on the right side and 1
on either side of the top front vent opening). These
screws secure the front glass panel to the inside of the
fireplace. (Figure 4)
3. Lift the front glass assembly off of the 4 mounts located
between the outer and inner casing of the fireplace: 2
on the left and 2 on the right. (Figure 3) Carefully place
the glass assembly aside in a safe location.
4. Proceed to the instructions within this manual relating
to the repair being performed - see Table of Contents
for page number.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REMOVING
FROM WALL
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock or damage to persons.
CAUTION: If unit was operating prior to servicing allow
at least 10 minutes for lights and heating elements to cool
off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
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NOTE: Only required for replacement of the power
cord or removal from service.
CAUTION: Follow "Preparation for Service" instructions
before proceeding.
Mounting - The fireplace may be mounted in one of 2 meth-
ods:
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Surface Mount

• Flush Mount (completely in the wall)
Identify the type of mounting and follow the appropriate
instructions in the following pages.
CAUTION: Two people will be required for removal
Figure 3
Hooks (4)
Figure 4
and re-installation of the fireplace. The unit is approx. 74
5/16"w x 19 1/2"h x 7"d. Weight is approximately 130 lbs.
CAUTION: To prevent injury or damage, turn off the
breaker in your electrical panel prior to attempting to re-
move this unit off the wall.
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NOTE: If fireplace is hard wired directly to the electri-
cal panel, and there is not enough slack in the wires within
the wall to reach your work area, remove the electrical junc-
tion box cover located on the bottom right by removing the
1 screw on the front of the cover. Lift the cover off and set
aside. Disconnect the 3 wire connectors connected to the
power source, taking note of their original configuration.
Surface Mount
(Figure 6)
Tools Required: Phillips head screwdriver
CAUTION: Follow "Preparation for Service" instructions
before proceeding.
1. Remove the decorative acrylic ember-bed pieces
from the media tray, which lies along the bottom of
the interior Partially Reflective Glass. A medium sized
container such as a bucket or a box will be needed to
keep the acrylic ember-bed pieces together.
2. On the bottom of the unit remove the securing screw
from the L-bracket. (Figure 5)
3. With one person on either end of the unit lift the unit up
and off of the wall.
4. Carefully lay the unit down on a solid flat surface with
the front of the unit facing up.
Mounts (4)
Tab
7