Maintenance - Dimplex VCX1525 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE

WARNINg: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock or damage to persons.
Light Bulb Replacement
Turn unit off, allow at least five (5) minutes for light bulbs to
cool before touching bulbs to avoid accidental burning of
skin.
Light bulbs need to be replaced when you notice a dark
section of the flame. There are two (2) bulbs, which
generate the flames.
Tool Requirements: Philips screw driver
Helpful Hints - It is a good idea to replace all light bulbs at
once if they are close to the end of their rated life. Group
replacement will reduce the number of times you will need
to open the unit to replace light bulbs.
Light Bulb Requirements: Quantity of two (2) 60 Watt
chandelier or candelabra bulbs with E-12 (small) socket
base, 120 Volt.
Do not exceed 60 Watt per bulb
Bulb Replacement Instructions:
①
Disconnect power supply to the fireplace either by
unplugging the fireplace or switch off at the breaker panel.
②
Remove glass assembly. Remove the screws securing
the glass assembly on the chassis (Figure 3).
③
Hold on to the glass assembly with both hands then lift
the whole assembly straight up to remove (Figure 4).
④
Remove the two (2) screws securing the light block as
shown in Figure 5, then remove the light block.
⑤
Reach in and turn the burnt bulb(s) counterclockwise to
remove.
Figure 3
brackets engage
hooks on fireplace
by sliding Glass
Assembly towards
fireplace and then
4
Ensure Glass
Assembly
down
⑥
Replace with new bulbs.
⑦
Reassemble light block and glass assembly in reverse
order.
glass Cleaning
The front glass is cleaned in the factory during the
assembly operation. During shipment, installation,
handling, etc., the front glass may collect dust particles,
these can be removed by dusting lightly with a clean dry
cloth.
To remove fingerprints or other marks, the glass can be
cleaned with a damp cloth. The glass should be completely
dried with a lint free cloth to prevent water spots. To
prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners or spray
liquids on the glass surface.
Fireplace Surface Cleaning
To remove fingerprints or other marks, the exterior finish
can be cleaned with a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
The surface should be completely dried with a lint free cloth
to prevent water spots.
To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners or
spray liquids on any surface.
Figure 4
Glass
Assembly
secure Glass
Assembly with the
four (4) supplied
self-tapping screws
Lift to
Remove
Figure 5
Light
Block
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