Dimplex Electric Fireplace DFG253A - Manual (Page 8)

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Installation
Hardwire option
The firebox comes packaged with
a two (2) prong power cord but
allows for an easy conversion for
hardwired installations. Follow
the steps below to hardwire your
firebox.
①
Wire a dedicated, properly
fused circuit with a 120 volt,
15 Amp rating. Allow up to
eight (8) feet of service cable
for connecting power supply to
junction box on firebox when
installing.
Figure 1
A - 9” (229 mm)
b - 24 ½” (622 mm)
C - 18 ¼” (463.6 mm)
A
b
C
CAUTION: Use two (2)
conductor, non-metallic sheath
cable with ground wire (3 wires
total) for the incoming power
supply on fireplace inserts.
Use appropriate wire to meet
local and national electrical
codes for rated power
consumption.
②
remove the outer jacket and
strip the individual conductor from
the end.
③
Loosen the screw securing
the junction box cover and
remove the cover.
④
Take the cables out from the
junction box, loosen the two wire
twist nuts and remove the cord
set (Figure 2).
Figure 2