To Replace Flame Motor/Flame Rod - Dimplex SF55992-AU Parts And Service Manual

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. Remove the mounting screw on the center of the front glass and remove the
retainer bracket.
4. Remove the front glass by lifting up from the bottom.
5. Remove log set.
6. Gently place firebox front side up on a flat surface.
7. Remove the bottom cover mounting screws and remove the bottom panel.
8. Locate the flame motor and flame rod assembly and remove the wiring clips and
connections noting their original locations.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. Properly orientate the flame motor and connect all of the wiring clips and
connections in their original locations.
14. Reassemble in the reverse order as above.
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