Contents OPERATION ........................3 EXPLODED PARTS ......................6 WIRING DIAGRAM......................7 REPLACEMENT PARTS ....................8 TO REPLACE LIGHT BULBS..................9 TO REPLACE MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH ............... 10 TO REPLACE FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD ............11 TO REPLACE FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD ............12 TO REPLACE HEATER ON/OFF SWITCH ..............
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL The Optiflame fireplace is supplied with a radio frequency remote control (all models except BF36E). This remote control has a range of approximately 50ft. (15.25m), it does not have to be pointed at the fireplace and can pass through most obstacles (including walls).
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OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE OPERATION Level 1: The flame effect is turned on and the first red indicator light is activated. Level 2: The flame effect remains on, the heater is activated to the low heat setting, and the first and second red indicator lights are activated.
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OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE OPERATION WALL MOUNTED CONTROLS The fireplace can be installed with wall- mounted controls in addition to the controls provided. These controls include wall switches and thermostats. A. Wall Mounted Thermostats ALL MODELS WITH REMOTE CONTROL. When the fireplace is set to Level 2, or Level 3 the wall mounted thermostat will control the heat output of the unit.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If unit was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements 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.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit 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.
TO REPLACE FLAME MOTOR/FLAME ROD 12. Properly orient the flame motor and connect all of the wiring connections in their original locations. 13. Reassemble in the reverse order as above. NOTE: To replace the log set, insert the front edge of the log set and pushing back down until the rear tab snaps under the back ledge and the logs are resting against the mirror.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
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OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least 10 minutes for light bulbs and heating elements to cool off to avoid accidental burning of skin. Disconnect circuit power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to persons.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE APPEARANCE Problem Flame frozen. Probable Cause Loose wiring or defective flame motor. Solution Check all wiring for loose connections, repair/replace as necessary. If wiring connections are suitable, replace flame motor. Service Manual Reference Page 11 Problem Flame not bright, flame not visible.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE APPEARANCE Problem Fireplace does not turn on. Probable Cause Loose wiring Defective main power on/off switch Defective remote control (optional) Improper operation Solution Check all wiring for loose wiring connections, repair/replace as necessary. If all wiring connections are suitable check the main on/off switch for proper operation.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE HEATER Problem Heater is not turning off. Probable Cause Defective switch or loose wiring Solution Check all wiring for loose wiring connections, repair/replace as necessary. If all wiring connections are suitable check heater on/off for proper operation. Replace as necessary.
OPTIFLAME ELECTRIC FIREPLACE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE GENERAL Problem Circuit breaker trips or fuse blows when the unit is turned on. Probable Cause Improper circuit current rating. Solution Verify the circuit that the Optiflame is installed on is a dedicated circuit with a 20 amp rating. If the unit continues to trip circuit breakers or blow fuses check all wiring for loose connection, repair/replace as necessary.
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