Dimplex BLF50 - Manual (Page 3)

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Remote Control
The fireplace is supplied with a radio frequency remote
control. This remote control has a range of approximately
50 feet (15.25 m), it does not have to be pointed at the
fireplace and can pass through most obstacles (including
walls). It is supplied with one of hundreds of independent
frequencies to prevent interference with other units.
! NOTE: Before attempting any operation with the
remote, pull the plastic insulator strip out from between
the remote casing and battery cover (Figure 2).
Remote Control Initialization/Reprogramming
If the remote control or receiver board has been replaced,
follow these steps to initialize the remote control and
receiver:
Ensure that power is supplied through the main service 1.
panel.
Turn On/Off Switch to On (Figure 1A). 2.
Move the 3-Position Selection Switch to the 3. “ REMOTE”
position (Figure 1B).
Press and hold the Manual Control Button marked 4. “ -- ”
(Figure 1C) for five (5) seconds. After five (5) seconds,
there is a 10 second window to press any button on the
remote control.
Within 5. 10 seconds press any button on the remote
control. If the unit does not initialize, turn the On/Off
Switch off for 30 seconds and try starting at Step 1.
This will synchronize the remote control and receiver.
Remote Control Usage
The remote control operates the fireplace levels
sequentially (from off): flames only; to flames and low heat;
to flames and high heat.
The level is increased every time the ON button is pressed
on the remote control and the fireplace can be turned off at
any point by pressing the OFF button.
Battery Replacement
To replace the battery:
Slide battery cover open on the Remote Control 1.
(Figure 2).
Install one (1) 12-Volt (A23) battery in the battery 2.
holder.
Close the battery cover 3.
Battery must
be recycled or
disposed of
properly. Check with
your Local Authority or
Retailer for recycling
advice in your area.
OPERATION
The BLF50 operates in a 3-Stage process. These
stages can be controlled either by the remote control
or by the manual controls which are located on the
right side of the unit and inside the air intake slot
(Figure 1).
Figure 1 C B A
Manual Controls
A. On/Off Switch
The On/Off Switch supplies power to all fireplace functions.
When the switch is in the “ -- ” position, the unit is on.
When in the “ O ” position, the fireplace is off.
B. 3-Position Selection Switch
The 3-Position Selection Switch changes the mode
the fireplace operates in and has three (3) positions: “
MANUAL ”; “ OFF ”; and “ REMOTE ”.
When in “
REMOTE ” mode, the fireplace's three levels of
operation are controlled by the ON and OFF buttons of the
remote control.
In “
OFF ” mode, power to all functions is cut off.
In “ MANUAL ” mode, the fireplace's three levels of
operation are controlled by the Manual Control Buttons.
C. Manual Control Buttons
The Manual Control Buttons operate the fireplace levels
sequentially (from off): flames only; to flames and low heat;
to flames and high heat.
The level is increased every time the “
-- ” button is
pressed, and the fireplace can be turned off at any point by
pressing the “ O ” button.
Resetting the Temperature Cutoff Switch
Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn
the fireplace off and it will not come back on without being
reset. It can be reset by switching the On/Off Switch to Off
and waiting five (5) minutes before switching the unit back
on.
CAUTION: If you need to continuously reset the heater,
disconnect power and call Dimplex customer service at
1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-346-7539).
Figure 2
Off Button
On
Button
Battery
Cover
Plastic
Strip