Flicker Motor Replacement; Main Control Board Replacement - Dimplex RBF30 Service Manual

either end.
8. Lift the back log assembly out of the unit.
9. Locate the flame base LED assembly and squeeze the
mounting tabs located along the board with the needle-
nose pliers, to release the tabs and lift off.
10. DIsconnect the light strip by pulling the connector out of
the assembly on the left hand side.
11. Connect the new light strip.
12. Re-assemble the unit in reverse order from the instruc-
tions above.

FLICKER MOTOR REPLACEMENT

Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
WARNING: If the firebox was operating prior to servic-
ing, allow at least 10 minutes for the heating elements to
cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Remove the front glass or any accessories that are
around the fireplace and will inhibit your ability to fully
access the unit.
2. Locate and remove the screw behind each of the front
legs of the firebox. (Figure 3)
!
IMPORTANT: Only handle the log-set by the plastic
grate, not the logs themselves.
3. Slide the log set assembly forward and lift the log set
assembly and the ember mat out. (Figure 3)
!
NOTE: The log set assembly has a wire attached to
the unit which can be temporarily disconnected for easier
access.
4. On either side of the firebox gently remove the brick
panels by placing you finger in the gap and pulling
forward. The brick panels are held in place by magnets
and need minimal force to be removed.
5. Locate the two brackets securing the flame panel in the
unit at the bottom and remove the 4 screws. (Figure 3)
6. Gently lift the flame panel out, set aside in a safe loca-
tion.
7. Remove the back log assembly by removing the two
screws along the front of the log and the screw on
either end.
8. On the left hand side, locate the motor cover and
remove the two screws securing it to the firebox. The
cover can be gently tilted back and lifted out to access
the wire connections. (Figure 3)
9. Remove the two screws that secure the motor to the
unit.
10. Disconnect the flicker rod and rubber grommet from the
flicker motor.
11. Disconnect the wire connectors, noting the location of
the wires and connect the new motor wires.
12. Re-assemble the unit in reverse order from the instruc-
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tions above.
WARNING: Ensure wires do not get pinched while rein-
stalling the motor cover.
MAIN CONTROL BOARD REPLACE-
MENT
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat Head Screwdriver
WARNING: If the firebox was operating prior to servic-
ing, allow at least 10 minutes for the heating elements to
cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Remove the front glass or any accessories that are
around the fireplace and will inhibit your ability to fully
access the unit.
2. Slide the log set assembly forward and lift the log set
assembly and the ember mat out. (Figure 3)
!
NOTE: The log set assembly has a wire attached to
the unit which can be temporarily disconnected for easier
access.
3. On either side of the firebox gently remove the brick
panels by placing you finger in the gap and pulling
forward. The brick panels are held in place by magnets
and need minimal force to be removed.
4. Locate the two brackets securing the flame panel in the
unit at the bottom and remove the 4 screws. (Figure 3)
5. Gently lift the flame panel out, set aside in a safe loca-
tion.
6. Remove the 2 hex head screws on either side of the
controls and the 4 hex head screws along each side
of the panel and gently lower the internal assembly.
(Figure 4)
7. Disconnect the two main wire connectors - one on each
side of the unit.
8. Disconnect the hanging straps at the front, ensuring
that you support the entire assembly, and lift the back
of the assembly up and off of the hook at the back. At
this point you should be able to gently set the assembly
on the surface infront of the unit to easily replace the
main control board.
9. Transfer the wire connectors from the terminals on the
original board to the same location on the replacement
board. (Figure 4)
!
NOTE: Use a flat head screwdriver to gently pry be-
tween the end of the connector and the main control board
to release the wires.
10. Remove the screws in each of the corners of the board
and lift the board off.
11. Install the new board..
12. Re-assemble the remainder of the firebox in reverse
order from the instructions above.
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