7208570100R04 CONTENTS PAGE 1 Important PAGE 4 Fireplace Installation PAGE 8 Operation PAGE 10 Remote Operation PAGE 11 Maintenance PAGE 13 Warranty QUICK REFERENCE FIREPLACE 1. Before using the Sahara · Are the circuit breakers on? · Are the light bulbs loose? check, follow the instructions replacing the light bulbs under maintenance section of this manual) 2. The heater may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used. This odor is a normal condition caused by the initial heating of internal heater parts. 3. The information regarding the model of your unit can be found on the carton label or the rating plate. The rating plate is located on the side of the unit underneath the outer frame. The carton label is attached to the front surface of the carton. Rating Label Serial Number Label Serial NumberLabel Rating Label 4. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the operation of your fireplace, contact Dimplex customer service at 1-888-DIMPLEX (1-888-346-7539). IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS RETAIN THIS USER’S REFERENCE When using electrical should always be followed electric shock, and injury to 1. Read all instructions before using fireplace. 2. The 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 unit. 3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the unit is left operating and unattended. 4. Always unplug the Sahara fireplace when not in use. 5. Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug, or if the heater has malfunctioned, or if the Sahara fireplace 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. The Sahara fireplace is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container. 8. Do not run the Do not cover cord with like. Arrange cord away area and where it will not be tripped 9. To disconnect the unit, turn then remove the plug from 10. Do not insert or allow foreign any ventilation or exhaust opening may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage to the heater. 11. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intake or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked. 12. All electrical heaters have hot and arching or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored or where the unit will be exposed to flammable vapors. 13. Do not modify the Sahara fireplace . Use it only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons. 14. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance must be grounded. 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 Sahara fireplace. 16. Do not strike the glass front. 17. Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required. 18. Always use properly grounded, fused and polarized outlets. 2 19. Disconnect all any cleaning, maintenance unit. 20. When transporting or keep in a dry place, free vibration and store so as to 21 If the power supply cord is damaged, replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to hazard 22 The heater must not be located immediately below a socket-outlet SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Procedures and techniques that are considered important enough to emphasize. CAUTION: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will result in damage to the equipment. WARNING: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will expose the user to the risk of fire, serious injury, illness or death. NOTE A 15amp, 120 volt 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 the 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 regulat...