Main On/Off Switch Replacement; Heater On/Off Switch Replacement; Thermostat Replacement - Dimplex DS5598 Service Manual

Main On/Off Switch Replacement

Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the fireplace was operating prior to servic-
ing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating ele-
ments to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Remove the stove pipe kit (if equipped).
2. With front door closed, gently place stove door side down
on a flat surface.
3. Remove the retaining screws on the REAR stove legs
with a screwdriver and remove the rear legs.
4. Remove the rear cover retaining screw located at the
lower center of the rear cover.
5. Slide the rear cover down 4 to 6 inches and gently pull
the cover up from both the top and bottom bowing it
slightly and remove it from its mounting slot. When the
cover is removed place beside the stove being careful
not to damage any of the wiring.
6. Locate the main on/off switch mounted on the rear panel
and disconnect the wiring clips and connections noting
their original locations.
!
NOTE: Use a flat head screwdriver to gently pry be-
tween the end of the connector and the switch to release the
wires.
7. Depress the retainer clips on the rear of the switch and
push the switch out of the rear cover.
8. Properly orient the new switch and connect all of the wir-
ing clips and connections.
9. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.

Heater On/Off Switch Replacement

Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the fireplace was operating prior to servic-
ing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating ele-
ments to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Remove the stove pipe kit (if equipped).
2. With front door closed, gently place stove door side down
on a flat surface.
3. Remove the retaining screws on the REAR stove legs
with a screwdriver and remove the rear legs.
4. Remove the rear cover retaining screw located at the
lower center of the rear cover.
5. Slide the rear cover down 4 to 6 inches and gently pull
the cover up from both the top and bottom bowing it
slightly and remove it from its mounting slot. When the
cover is removed place beside the stove being careful
not to damage any of the wiring.
6. Locate the heater on/off switch mounted on the rear
cover and disconnect the wiring clips and connections
noting their original locations.
!
NOTE: Use a flat head screwdriver to gently pry be-
tween the end of the connector and the switch to release the
wires.
7. Depress the retainer clips on the rear of the switch and
push the switch out of the rear cover.
8. Properly orient the new switch and connect all of the wir-
ing clips and connections.
9. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.

Thermostat Replacement

Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the fireplace was operating prior to servic-
ing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating ele-
ments to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
1. Remove the stove pipe kit (if equipped).
2. With front door closed, gently place stove door side down
on a flat surface.
3. Remove the retaining screws on the REAR stove legs
with a screwdriver and remove the rear legs.
4. Remove the rear cover retaining screw located at the
lower center of the rear cover.
5. Slide the rear cover down 4 to 6 inches and gently pull
the cover up from both the top and bottom bowing it
slightly and remove it from its mounting slot. When the
cover is removed place beside the stove being careful
not to damage any of the wiring.
6. Locate the heater thermostat control mounted on the rear
cover and disconnect the wiring clips and connections
noting their original locations.
!
NOTE: Use a flat head screwdriver to gently pry between
the end of the connector and the thermostat to release the
wires.
7. Pull off the thermostat control knob to expose the mount-
ing screws.
8. Remove the mounting screws and remove the heater
thermostat control switch.
9. Properly orient the new heater thermostat control and
connect all of the wiring clips and connections.
10. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
Remote Control Receiver Replacement
Tools Required: Philips head screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
WARNING: If the fireplace was operating prior to servic-
ing, allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating ele-
ments to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin.
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any
maintenance to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to persons.
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