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1-800-934-9194 User’s ManUal Catalog number: DF2006 Serial Number Quality checked Model Number CAT Number Valued Customer, We are pleased that you have chosen to purchase an electric fireplace manufactured by Electralog. Over the years, valuable memories will occur around the warmth and comfort of your hearth.
www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 QUICK reFerenCe GUIDe 1. Prior to the first use of the Compact Fireplace verify the following: • Are the circuit breakers for the unit on? • Are the light bulbs in your Compact Fireplace loose? (to check, follow the instructions for replacing the light bulbs under the maintenance section of this manual) 2. The heater in your Compact Fireplace may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used. This odor is a normal condition caused by the initial heating of internal heater parts and will not occur again. 3. The information regarding the model of your Compact Fireplace can be found on the rating plate located on the back of the unit. 4. If you have any technical questions or concerns regarding the operation of your Compact Fireplace, or require service contact customer service at 1-888-346-7539.
www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 IMPOrTanT InsTrUCTIOns Please retain This User’s Guide For Future reference When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using this heater. 2. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. The trim around the heater outlet becomes hot during heater operation. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear. 3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or n ear children or invalids and whenever the unit is left operating and unattended. 4. Always unplug the heater when not in use. 5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug, or if the heater has malfunctioned, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return heater to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair. 6. Do not use outdoors. 7. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate this heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Avoid the use of an extension cord. Extension cords may overheat and cause a risk of fire. If you must use an extension cord, the cord must be No. 16 AWG minimum size and rated no less than 1875 watts. 15. Do not burn wood or other materials in the Compact Fireplace. 16. Do not strike the front glass. 17. Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required. 18. Always use properly grounded, fused and polarized outlets. 19. Disconnect all power supply before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of the heater. 20. When transporting or storing the heater and cord, keep in a dry place, free from excessive vibration and store so as to avoid damage. 21: WARNING: To avoid overheating, do not cover heater. saVe THese InsTrUCTIOns nOTe: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 MODel anD serIal nUMBer InFOrMaTIOn If you have any questions about our products please have the catalog and serial numbers available upon calling customer service at 1-888-346-7539. To locate the catalog and serial number labels see below. (FIGURE 1) Model Number Serial Number Serial Number Label Model Number Label FIGURE 1 Back of Fireplace UnPaCKInG InsTrUCTIOns The fireplace insert is packed with the front glass panel separated and uninstalled from the fireplace. Care must be taken to unpack the fireplace so as not to damage the front glass. 1. Stand the packaged fireplace upright as indicated on the carton. (FIGURE 2) 2. Open the top of the carton and locate which side the glass is placed. 3. Remove remote control and all plastic bags containing hardware etc. 4. Lay carton flat on a level surface so that the glass panel faces up. (FIGURE 3) 5. Supporting the glass panel, remove one of the styrofoam end caps.
www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 6. Remove glass panel from styrofoam packaging. 7. Remove glass and fireplace from all packaging and plastic wrap. Glass End Cap FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 FIrePlaCe asseMBlY The only assembly required is to place the front glass assembly onto the fireplace and install hardware to keep it in place. 1. With the fireplace laying on a flat and level surface from Step 4 of the Unpacking Instructions, place the bottom of the glass panel onto the glass support track located just in front of and below the ember bed. (FIGURE 4A) 2. As shown in FIGURE 4B, lay the top of the glass panel into the corresponding glass support track at the top of the viewable fireplace. Bottom of Top of Fireplace Fireplace FIGURE 4 3. Place glass retaining brackets as shown in FIGURE 5. The side of the bracket which lines up with the 2 supplied screws should slide in between the edge of the glass and the chassis. Refer to FIGURE 6 for an assembled view. 4. Using a flat head or Philips screwdriver, fasten screws through chassis bracket and into glass retaining bracket. 5. Repeat for other upper corner.
www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 FIGURE 5 FIGURE 6 FIrePlaCe InsTallaTIOn nOTe A 15amp, 120 volt alternating current (VAC) circuit is required. A dedicated circuit is preferred but not essential in all cases. A dedicated circuit will be required if, after installation, the circuit breaker trips or fuse blows on a regular basis when the heater is operating. Additional appliances on the same circuit may exceed the current rating of the circuit breaker. WarnInG Ensure the power cord is not installed so that it is pinched or against a sharp edge and ensure that the power cord is stored or secured to avoid tripping or snagging to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons. Construction and electrical outlet wiring must comply with local building codes and other applicable regulations to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits. To reduce the...
www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician 1. Make sure the units MAIN ON/OFF switch is switched OFF (refer to operating instruction section). 2. Plug the unit into a 15Amp/120VAC outlet. If the cord does not reach, you may use a No. 16 AWG minimum size extension cord rated for a minimum of 1875 watts. ManTel InsTallaTIOn For use with a new or existing mantel, insert fireplace as shown in FIGURE 7 and anchor in place with supplied screws. FIGURE 7 OPeraTIOn To access the controls, swing down the front cover panel located on the lower front of the fireplace (refer to diagram below). (FIGURE 8) FIGURE 8...
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www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 a. MaIn On/OFF sWITCH The switch has two ON positions marked with and “Manual”. The “Manual“ position is for manual operation. In this position the built-in remote control is by-passed. The position is for operating the unit with the provided remote control. When in position the unit is operated with the ON and OFF buttons of the remote control. When the switch is in the center position the unit is off. B. HeaTer On sWITCH The HEAT ON/OFF SWITCH supplies power to the heater fan and the heater element. When the switch is in the ON position the heater operates if the thermostat calls for heat. C. HeaTer THerMOsTaT COnTrOl To adjust the temperature to your individual requirements, turn the thermostat control clockwise all the way to turn on the heater. When the room reaches the desired temperature, turn the thermostat knob counter clockwise until you hear a click. Leave in this position to maintain the room temperature at this setting. For additional heat, turn clockwise until you hear the click again and the heater will turn reseTTInG THe TeMPeraTUre CUTOFF sWITCH Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn the heater off and it will not come back on without being reset. It can be reset by switching the MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH to OFF and waiting 5 minutes before switching the unit back on. CaUTIOn If you need to continuously reset the heater, unplug the unit and call technical support at 1-888-346-7539.
Battery Battery Cover FIGURE 9 reMOTe COnTrOl InITIalIZaTIOn In the event that your remote control ceases to operate your fireplace, follow these steps to reinitialize the hand held transmitter and the remote control receiver in the fireplace: 1. Place the MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH (FIGURE 8A) in the OFF (“o”) position. 2. Wait a minimum of 5 seconds and then place the MAIN ON/OFF SwiTCh in the Remote Control position. 3. Within 10 seconds of changing the switch position, press the ON button located on the remote control transmitter (FIGURE 9). This will synchronize the remote control transmitter and the fireplace receiver. nOTe: You will have only 10 seconds to perform this last step. Failure to do so will result in these steps needing to be followed again. If you are still experiencing issues with your remote control, contact Electralog Customer Service at 1-888-346-7539.
www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 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 Allow at least 5 minutes for light bulbs to cool off before touching bulbs to avoid accidental burning of skin. Light bulbs need to be replaced when you notice a dark section of the flame or when the clarity and detail of the log exterior disappears. There are two bulbs under the log set which generate the flames and embers. HelPFUl HInTs It is a good idea to replace all light bulbs at one time if they are close to the end of their rated life. Group replacement will reduce the number of times you need to open the unit to replace light bulbs. BUlB reQUIreMenTs Quantity of 2 clear chandelier or candelabra bulbs with an J-12 (small) socket base, 60 watt rating. Example GE 60BC or Philips 60 CTC. TO rePlaCe THe lIGHT BUlBs 1. Unplug the unit from power outlet. 2. On the back of the Compact Fireplace remove the screws from the light access cover. (FIGURE 10) 3. Remove the light access cover. 4. Reach into the opening, locate and examine the bulbs to determine which bulb(s) require replacement. 5. Unscrew the bulb(s) counter clockwise. 6. Insert new bulb(s).
www.sylvane.com 1-800-934-9194 FIGURE 10 Light Bulbs Light Access Cover Screws Glass CleanInG The glass is cleaned in the factory during the assembly operation. During shipment, installation, handling, etc., the front glass panel may collect dust particles; these can be removed by dusting lightly with a clean dry cloth. To remove fingerprints or other marks, the front glass panel can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The front glass panel 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 clear door surface. COMPaCT FIrePlaCe sUrFaCe CleanInG Use warm water only to clean painted surfaces of the Compact Fireplace. Do not use abrasive cleaners. serVICInG Except for light bulb replacement and cleaning described above, an authorized service representative should perform any other servicing.
This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been repaired (except by Electralog or its authorized service representatives) or otherwise altered. This limited warranty does further not apply to defects resulting from misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, incorrect installation, improper maintenance or handling, or operation with an incorrect power source. What you must do to get service under this limited warranty Defects must be brought to the attention of Electralog Technical Service by contacting Electralog at 1-888-346-7539, or 1367 Industrial Road, Cambridge Ontario, Canada N1R 7G8. Please have proof of purchase, catalogue/model and serial numbers available when calling. Limited warranty service requires a proof of purchase of the product. What Electralog will do in the event of a defect In the event a product or part covered by this limited warranty is proven to be defective in material or workmanship during the 12 month limited warranty period you have the following rights: • Electralog will in its sole discretion either repair or replace such defective product or part without charge. If Electralog is unable to repair or replace such product or part, or if repair or replacement is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made, Electralog may, in lieu of repair or replacement, choose to refund the purchase price for such product or part. •...
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1-800-934-9194 • The purchaser is responsible for removal and transportation of such product or part (and any repaired or replacement product or part) to and from the authorized dealer’s or service agent’s place of business. • This limited warranty does not entitle the purchaser to on-site or in-home services. On-site or in-home services may be performed at the purchaser’s specific request and expense at Electralog’s then-current rates for such services. • Electralog will not be responsible for, and the limited warranty services shall not include, any expense incurred for installation or removal of the product or part (or any replacement product or part) or any labour or transportation costs. Such costs shall be the purchaser’s responsibility. What Electralog and its dealers and service agents are also not responsible for: IN NO EVENT WILL ELECTRALOG, OR ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, OR AGENTS, BE LIABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR ANY THIRD PARTY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, IN TORT, OR ON ANY OTHER BASIS, FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL LOSS, COST, OR DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, MAINTENANCE, USE, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF DIMPLEX OR ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, OR AGENTS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES, COSTS OR DAMAGES, OR IF SUCH LOSSES, COSTS, OR DAMAGES ARE FORESEEABLE. IN NO EVENT WILL DIMPLEX, OR ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT LOSSES, COSTS, OR DAMAGES THAT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSiON MAY NOT APPLY TO ThE PURChASER.
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