Dimplex Dimplex DFI2309 service manual Remote Receiver Board Replacement DFI2309/2310 MODs C to D

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opposite end from the mounting bracket (Figure 12).

5.Pull Flicker Rod off of the shaft of the Flicker Motor and set aside.

6.Turn firebox onto its back and remove the four (4) Phillips screws as shown in Figure 15.

Figure 15

Screws to remove (4)

7.Turn firebox upright and gently pull the flame and light assembly out of the firebox gently without causing damage or disconnection to the wiring at back.

8.Remove the Terminal Block Cover by removing one (1)

Phillips screw from each opposing corner of the cover

(Figure 16).

Figure 16

Terminal Block Cover

Flicker

Motor

Cover

screw

Figure 17

Terminal Block

Capacitor

9.Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen all three (3) of the left side terminals of the Terminal Block.

10.Remove the three (3) Flicker Motor wire leads from the Terminal Block, noting their original positions.

!NOTE: Do not misplace Capacitor.

11.Remove the two (2) Phillips screws that attach the Flicker

Motor to the sheet metal. Remove and discard old Flicker Motor.

12.Ensure rubber spacer remains in place, properly orientate replacement Flicker Motor and attach to sheet metal using screws removed in step 11.

13.Insert Flicker Motor wire leads into left side of Terminal Block as shown in Figure 17. Wire leads from Capacitor should align with brown and white wires from Flicker Motor.

WARNING: Improper re-connection of wiring may result in electric shock, fire, or injury to persons. Ensure that connections to/from Flicker Motor match those of the respective wiring diagram for the particular model and MOD level being serviced (pages 7-10).

14.Tighten down screws of all terminals using a small Phillips screwdriver.

15.Replace Terminal Block Cover using screws removed in step 8 and follow steps 1 through 8 in reverse order to reassemble firebox.

!NOTE: If Flicker Rod is bent out of alignment, carefully bend it back to become straight. If Flicker Rod is not properly aligned, it may cause noise during operation by rubbing against metal chassis.

Remote Receiver Board Replacement DFI2309/2310 MODs C to D

If the fireplace was operating prior to servicing allow at least five (5) 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.

Replacement Procedure:

1.Disconnect power and remove firebox from mantel or existing fireplace.

2.Remove four (4) Phillips screws from the top and rear, upper edge of the firebox as shown in Figure 4-A. This will release the top cover from the firebox.

3.Tilt the top cover of the firebox up and either prop the cover against a stationary object or situate it in such a way that there is access to the upper section of the firebox.

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