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Read this manual first before attempting to install or use this electric fireplace. Always comply with the warnings and safety instructions contained in this manual to prevent personal injury or property damage. To view the full line of Dimplex products, visit www.dimplex.com 7216300100R03...
NOTE: Procedures and techniques that are considered important enough to emphasize. CAUTION: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will result in damage to the equipment. WARNING: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will expose the user to the risk of fire, serious injury, or death. www.dimplex.com...
Welcome Thank you and congratulations for choosing to purchase a Dimplex fireplace. Please carefully read and save these instructions. WARNING: Read all instructions and warnings carefully before starting installation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in a possible electric shock, fire hazard and will void the warranty.
⑦ Never locate the fireplace where it may fall into a for compliance could void user’s authority to bathtub or other water container. operate the equipment. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE www.dimplex.com...
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FCC Compliance WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel which is known to CAUTION: This unit has been tested and found the State of California to cause cancer. For more to comply with the limits for Class B digital information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Package Contents Quantity Image Description XLF5017-XD XLF6017-XD XLF7417-XD XLF8817-XD XLF10017-XD Firebox Front Glass Mirrored Glass Side Glass Closed Side Trim Open Side Trim Mirrored Glass Bracket (lengths may vary) Bag of Small Acrylic Crystals Large Acrylic Crystals Extra-Large Acrylic Crystals...
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Do not dispose of the suction cup after installation. Keep it in a secure location as it will be helpful for maintenance and service of the unit. Hardware Kit Mounting Brackets Front Glass Brackets 1" Wood Screws Black M3x10 Screws Bubble Level www.dimplex.com...
Installation Placement NOTE: It is recommended that the bottom of the unit be mounted between 5" (13 cm) and 40" (102 cm) from the ground to maintain an optimized viewing angle of the flame. WARNING: The top of the fireplace must be installed a minimum of 24" (61 cm) from the ceiling. The fireplace must be installed a minimum of 5"...
XLF5017-XD and XLF6017-XD units (Figure 6), and 6 mounting brackets for XLF7417-XD, XLF8817-XD and XLF10017-XD units. (Figure 7) NOTE: The mounting brackets are equipped with slots to allow small adjustments to fit the framing. Ensure all the brackets are aligned. Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 www.dimplex.com...
Installation Installation Instructions Figure 8 NOTE: Two people are required for installation. Bay Installation 1. Prepare a wall with a framed opening, following the dimensions in the table below. The dimensions are the same for front, corner, and bay installations. Framing Dimensions Depth Width...
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10. Complete the installation using the instructions in the following sections: Mirrored Glass Installation (p. 17), Arranging Media (p. 17), Front Glass Installation (p. 18), and Side Glass Installation (p. 18). Mounting brackets (center brackets not present on XLF5017-XD and XLF6017-XD units) www.dimplex.com...
RED – L2 PANEL) WHITE - N WHITE – N GREEN - G GREEN - G 120 V BLACK – L BLACK – L1 POWER SUPPLY WALL RED – L2 SWITCH (BREAKER PANEL) GREEN - G GREEN - G www.dimplex.com...
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WHITE - N WHITE – N Installation 120 V BLACK – L1 BLACK – L POWER SUPPLY RED – L2 (BREAKER PANEL) 240 V Hardwire Installation (Figure 18) GREEN - G GREEN - G You will need a 4-wire 240 V supply (L1, L2, Neutral, and Ground). WARNING: Use the appropriate wire to meet local and national electrical codes for rated power consumption.
See “Heat Disable” in Operation section (p. 20) for instructions. To disconnect the heater and fan permanently: 1. Locate the main control board. The heater hardware disconnect jumper location is labeled “Heater Disable”. (Figure 19) 2. Pull out the heater hardware disconnect jumper. Figure 19 Heater Hardware Disconnect Jumper www.dimplex.com...
Installation Mirrored Glass Installation Figure 20 1. Attach the provided suction cup to the reflective side of the mirrored glass. Ensure the suction cup is securely attached. 2. Using the suction cup to assist, lift the mirrored glass and place it into the bottom slot at an angle. 3.
6. Remove the suction cup and clean any fingerprints or debris off the glass with a nonabrasive glass cleaner. NOTE: Do not dispose of the suction cup! Keep it in a Front Glass Brackets secure location, as it may be needed for maintenance and service on this fireplace. www.dimplex.com...
NOTE: To operate correctly, the remote control must be pointed toward the front of the unit. The fireplace is capable of being controlled using the Flame Connect app for mobile devices. For up-to-date information about the app, please visit www.dimplex.com/fcapp Figure 27...
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Freeze the media and overhead lights to a custom color. When in Prism or Kaleidoscope modes (see Moods), press while the desired color is Custom Color displayed to freeze the cycle on that color. Press again to resume the color cycle. www.dimplex.com...
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Operation Press repeatedly to cycle through the brightness and flicker modes. Solid L - Low Brightness Brightness Solid H - High Brightness Cycle L - Low Brightness with flickering media and overhead lights Cycle H - High Brightness with flickering media and overhead lights Press repeatedly to cycle through the 7 different flame themes: 1 - Base with orange and blue accents...
5 minutes before turning the unit back on. CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater, turn the unit off at the main disconnect panel and call technical support at: 1-888-346-7539. www.dimplex.com...
Maintenance Remote Control Battery Replacement Figure 28 To replace the battery: 1. Remove battery cover of the remote control using a Philips screwdriver. 2. Correctly install one 3 Volt (CR2032 [longer life] or CR2025) battery in the battery holder with the + side facing up. 3.
Troubleshooting For more troubleshooting, consult the XLF-XD Service Manual which can be found at www.dimplex.com/customer_support/technical_and_troubleshooting Problem Display Cause Solution Ensure unit is wired correctly Fireplace does not turn on with No incoming power Check main disconnect panel the manual touch controls...
Section 1 Products to which this Limited Warranty Applies • Glen Dimplex Americas will in its sole discretion either repair or replace such defective product or part without This Limited Warranty applies to your newly purchased charge. If Glen Dimplex Americas is unable to repair or...
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