Operation - Dimplex OS2527GB Service Manual

OPERATION

Figure 1
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WARNING: This electric firebox must be properly in-
stalled before it is used.
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NOTE: When the unit is used in an environment where
background noise is very low, it may be possible to hear a
sound which is related to the operation of the flame effect.
This is normal and should not be a cause for concern.
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NOTE: Always ensure that the appliance is in a level
position.
The manual controls for the unit are located below the con-
trol cover in front of the log grate (Figure 1).
A . On/Off Switch
Supplies power to the unit.
B . Thermostat Control
To adjust the temperature to your individual requirements,
turn the thermostat control clockwise all the way to turn on
the heater. When the room reaches the desired tempera-
ture, turn the thermostat knob counter-clockwise until you
hear a click. Leave thermostat in this position to maintain
the room temperature at this setting. For additional heat,
turn clockwise until you hear the click again and the heater
will turn on.
C . Mode Selector Switch
Press once to turn on the flame effect. This will be
indicated by an audible "beep". Although the lights turn on
immediately it will take 30 seconds before the flame effect
starts.
• Press again to give flame effect and full heat. This will
be indicated by two "beeps".
• Press again to return to flame effect only. This will be
indicated by one "beep".
• Press to put fire in to standby mode. This will be
indicated by one "beep".
Remote Control
Sensor
D A B
Figure 2
Flame
Button
Standby
Button
Heat
Button
Battery Cover
D . Flame Intensity Control
Adjusts the intensity of the flame and smoke effect when the
heater has been activated.
Turning the control knob clockwise decreases the intensity
of the flame and smoke effect. Turning the control counter-
clockwise will increase the flame and smoke effect.
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NOTE: Give the flame generator some time to react to
changes you may make on the flame control knob.
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NOTE: When the water tank is empty the unit will turn
off after 30 seconds. See instructions under Maintenance
Section for refilling tank. When this procedure is complete,
the main lamps will illuminate but it will take 30 seconds
before the flames return.
Resetting the Temperature Cutoff Switch
Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn
the heater 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 10 minutes before switching the unit back on.
CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater,
unplug the unit and call Dimplex North America Limited at
1-888-346-7539 for technical support. Please have your
model and serial number ready when calling.
Remote Control
The On/Off Switch must be in the 'ON' ( I ) position in order
for the remote control to operate (Figure 5A). There are 3
buttons on the remote control. (Figure 2)
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NOTE: To operate correctly the remote control must be
pointed towards the remote control sensor.
The remote control functions are as follows:
Press once to turn on Flame effect only. This will be
indicated by one beep.
Press once to turn on Full heat and Flame effect. This
will be indicated by two beeps.
Standby - This will be indicated by one beep.
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NOTE: Once the mist has been activated, the unit will
have to be turned Off, using either the momentary button,
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