Listings And Code Approvals; Model Specifications; Step-By-Step Installation; Section A - Dimplex BF33STP/DXP Installation Manual

LISTINGS AND CODE APPROVALS

The BF series fireplaces have been tested in accordance with the UL 2021 and CSA C22.2 No. 46 standards for
fixed and location-dedicated electric room heaters.

MODEL SPECIFICATIONS

Model Descriptio
Voltage Volts
Number n
33" 120/120/208/
BF33STP
Standard
33" 120/120/208/
BF33DXP
Deluxe
39" 120/120/208/
BF39STP
Standard
39" 120/120/208
BF39DXP
Deluxe
NOTE: Power ratings shown include the light bulbs and motors (275 watts)
WARNING
The installation of the fireplace unit must comply with the applicable Local and/or National
Electrical Codes and utility requirements. This installation should be entrusted to duly qualified
personnel where required by law.

STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION

1. Rough in framing opening following the recommended dimensions located in
(Section A: Framing).
2. Allow 8" of service cable for connecting power supply wire to junction box on fireplace
when installing before finishing wall. Allow up to 4 feet of service cable for connecting
power supply wire to junction box on fireplace when installing after finishing wall.
Remove the outer jacket and strip the individual conductors ½" from the end.
3. Loosen the screw securing the junction box cover and remove the cover.
4. Remove knockouts if necessary or use the provided cable clamp.
5. Place unit in position in the framed opening, level with shims if necessary and attach
unit to frame using mounting flanges provided (see figure 3 on page 3).
6. Unit is factory wired for 208/240 volt power supply (see figure 1 on page 3). If 120 volt
operation is required, slide the switch and reconfigure the wiring
(see figure 2 on page 3). Wires L1, L2, N & G are attached to the rear of the junction
box cable clamp for easy access.
Note
If wiring unit to operate with NO heat a dedicated circuit may not be required.
7. Wire a dedicated, properly fused circuit with a 15amp rating for the appropriate voltage
(120, 208/240). (see Section C for factory setting wiring)
8. Make wall switch and or wall mounted thermostat connections as outlined in Section D:
Wiring.
9. Place all connectors inside the unit and secure the junction box cover to unit. Ensure
that the cable clamp grips only the jacket of service cable, thermostat and if applicable
wall switch lines.
WARNING
Ensure method of installation does NOT obscure the air intake slots on bottom front of unit
in any manner. (see diagram in Section A)
Rated Power Watts
245/1440/2100/
240 2700
245/1440/2100/
240 2700
245/1440/2100/
240 2700
245/1440/2100/
/240 2700
Remote Wall Refractory
Control Thermostat Brick Look
Option Option
Option Option Included
Option Option
Option Option Included
(Note: Please read all instructions before installing)
AMPS
AMPS
No Heat
120
Volt
120 Volt
N/A 2.0 12.0
2.0 12.0
N/A 2.0 12.0
2.0 12.0
AMPS
AMPS
208
240
Volt
Volt
10.10 11.25
10.10 11.25
10.10 11.25
10.10 11.25
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