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ALL BF30 MODELS
PARTS & SERVICE MANUAL
7400640000R03

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  • Page 1 ALL BF30 MODELS PARTS & SERVICE MANUAL 7400640000R03...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents OPERATION ........................3 EXPLODED PARTS ......................6 WIRING DIAGRAM......................7 REPLACEMENT PARTS ....................8 TO REPLACE LIGHT BULBS..................9 TO REPLACE MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH ............... 10 TO REPLACE FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD ............11 TO REPLACE FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD ............12 TO REPLACE HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH ..............
  • Page 3: Operation

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL The Optiflame fireplace is supplied with a radio frequency remote control (all models except BF36E). This remote control has a range of approximately 50ft. (15.25m), it does not have to be pointed at the fireplace and can pass through most obstacles (including walls).
  • Page 4 OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE OPERATION Level 1: The flame effect is turned on and the first red indicator light is activated. Level 2: The flame effect remains on, the heater is activated to the low heat setting, and the first and second red indicator lights are activated.
  • Page 5 OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE OPERATION WALL MOUNTED CONTROLS The fireplace can be installed with wall- mounted controls in addition to the controls provided. These controls include wall switches and thermostats. A. Wall Mounted Thermostats ALL MODELS WITH REMOTE CONTROL. When the fireplace is set to Level 2, or Level 3 the wall mounted thermostat will control the heat output of the unit.
  • Page 6: Exploded Parts

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE EXPLODED PARTS...
  • Page 7: Wiring Diagram

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE WIRING DIAGRAM...
  • Page 8: Replacement Parts

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE REPLACEMENT PARTS BF SERIES FIREPLACES OPTIFLAME CATALOGUE NO. BF30E BF30ST BF30DX BF30DXPI PART NO. 6900740100 6900740200 6900740600 6900740600 MOD. LEVEL None None None None REPLACEMENT PART 1. LOG SET 0438200200RP 0438200200RP 0438200200RP 0438200200RP 2. MIRROR ASSEMBLY 5900160500RP 5900160500RP 5900160900RP 5900160900RP...
  • Page 9: To Replace Light Bulbs

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements 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.
  • Page 10: To Replace Main On/Off Switch

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
  • Page 11: To Replace Flame Motor/Flame Rod

    If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit 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.
  • Page 12: To Replace Flame Motor/Flame Rod

    TO REPLACE FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD 12. Properly orient the flame motor and connect all of the wiring connections in their original locations. 13. Reassemble in the reverse order as above. NOTE: To replace the log set, insert the front edge of the log set and pushing back down until the rear tab snaps under the back ledge and the logs are resting against the mirror.
  • Page 13: To Replace Heater On/Off Switch

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
  • Page 14: To Replace Heating Elements

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
  • Page 15: To Replace Blower Motor / Blower

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
  • Page 16: To Replace Temperature Limit Switch

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
  • Page 17: To Replace Remote Control Circuit Board

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
  • Page 18 OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
  • Page 19: To Replace The Power Cord (Models Bf30Dxpi Only)

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
  • Page 20: Trouble Shooting Guide

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE APPEARANCE Problem Flame frozen. Probable Cause Loose wiring or defective flame motor. Solution Check all wiring for loose connections, repair/replace as necessary. If wiring connections are suitable, replace flame motor. Service Manual Reference Page 11 Problem Flame not bright, flame not visible.
  • Page 21: Heater

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE APPEARANCE Problem Fireplace does not turn on. Probable Cause Loose wiring Defective main power on/off switch Defective remote control (optional) Improper operation Solution Check all wiring for loose wiring connections, repair/replace as necessary. If all wiring connections are suitable check the main on/off switch for proper operation.
  • Page 22: Noise

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE HEATER Problem Heater is not turning off. Probable Cause Defective switch or loose wiring Solution Check all wiring for loose wiring connections, repair/replace as necessary. If all wiring connections are suitable check heater on/off for proper operation. Replace as necessary.
  • Page 23: General

    OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE GENERAL Problem Circuit breaker trips or fuse blows when the unit is turned on. Probable Cause Improper circuit current rating. Solution Verify the circuit that the Optiflame is installed on is a dedicated circuit with a 20 amp rating. If the unit continues to trip circuit breakers or blow fuses check all wiring for loose connection, repair/replace as necessary.

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