To Replace Flame Motor/Flame Rod - Dimplex SYMPHONY SF5598 Parts & Service Manual

SYMPHONY ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light
bulbs and heating element 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.

TO REPLACE FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD

1. Remove the firebox trim by placing your hand on the grill section, grasping
the trim and pulling outwards releasing the retainer clips.
2. Remove the firebox from the mantel.
3. Gently place firebox front side up on a flat surface.
4. Remove the bottom cover mounting screws and remove the bottom panel
lifting the bottom up slightly to release the glass.
5. Locate the flame motor and flame rod assembly and remove the wiring
clips and connections noting their original locations.
6. Remove the flame assembly mounting bracket screws and rotate the
assembly forwards releasing the mounting tabs from the rear cover.
NOTE: When removing the flame motor some damage may occur to the
flame rod. If flame rod is damaged replace to insure proper operation.
7. To remove the flame rod attach needle nose pliers to the spring on the
motor shaft and pull while rotating in the opposite direction of the spring
winding.
8. To remove the flame motor you must first remove the flame rod (see
above). Remove the motor mounting screws and remove motor from the
mounting bracket.
9. To replace the flame rod attach needle nose pliers to the flame rod spring
and push onto the flame motor shaft while rotating in the opposite
direction of the spring winding.
10. Properly orientate the flame motor and connect all of the wiring clips
connections in their original locations.
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