Operation
The controls are located on the bottom surface of the Sahara fireplace on the right side (Figure 10).
Figure 10
Front View
Control Location
Bottom View | A | B | C |
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A. Main On/Off Switch
The switch has two On positions marked with 
and “Manual”.
The “Manual” position is for manual operation. In this position the
The 
position is for operating the unit with the provided remote control.
When in 
position the unit is operated with the ON and OFF buttons of the remote control.
When the switch is in the center position the unit is off.
B. Heater On/Off Switch 
The Heater On/Off Switch supplies power to the heater fan and the heater element. When the switch is in the On position the heater operates if the thermostat calls for heat.
C. Heater Thermostat Control 
To adjust the temperature to your individual requirements, turn the thermostat control clockwise all the way to turn on the heater. When the room reaches the desired temperature, turn the thermostat knob counter clockwise until you hear a click. Leave in this position to maintain the room temperature at this setting. For additional heat, turn clockwise until you hear the click again and the heater will turn on.
Resetting The Temperature Cutoff Switch
Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut out will turn the heater off and it will not come back on without being reset. It can be reset by switching the Main 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, unplug the unit and call Dimplex customer service at
Remote Operation
The fireplace is supplied with an integrated on/off remote control.
!Note: Ensure that the fireplace Main On/Off Switch is set to the Remote Control 
setting (up position).
To operate, push the ON button to turn fireplace on, push the OFF button to turn the fireplace off.
Initialization/Reprogramming
Follow these steps for remote control initialization if required:
①Set the main power switch to OFF.
②Wait a minimum of five (5) seconds and set the 3 Position Switch to the Remote position (refer to Operation Section).
③Within 10 seconds of
!NOTE: You will have only 10 seconds to perform this last step. Failure to do so will result in these steps needing to be followed again.
This will synchronize the remote control transmitter and receiver.
Battery Replacement
To replace the battery:
①Slide battery cover open on the hand held transmitter (Figure 11).
②Correctly install one (1) 12 Volt (A23) battery in the battery holder.
③Close the battery cover.
Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. Check with your Local Authority or Retailer for recycling advice in your area.
Figure 11
ON
Button
OFF
Button
Battery |
Battery
Cover
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