How to Replace the LED Driver in a Dimplex Optiflame CHT20LE Electric Fire

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Unplug the fire from the mains.

   Then remove the grate., Gently pull away the rubber connector from the motor, and then slide it out to the right., The bracket is held by 4 screws accessible from the back of the fire.
   
   Remove these screws using a cross-head screwdriver, and gently pull the bracket out.
   
   Gently remove the LED module from the bracket., Before disconnecting the wires, make a note of which colour of wire goes to which connector.
   
   The low voltage connectors are marked with a "+" and "-".
   
   This is very important, as the LEDs could be damaged if connected the wrong way round.
   
   Now disconnect the wires., If possible, buy a replacement module, type SLT12-350IF, but a retailer for these may be difficult to find.
   
   Otherwise, a suitable replacement is RACD12-350, made by Recom.
   
   This can be bought from RS Components, part number 7377067, and has the same electrical and physical specifications. ,,,, Replace the coals or pebbles.
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   Step 2: Remove the coals or pebbles from the front grate.

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   Step 3: Using a cross-head screwdriver

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   Step 4: remove the 2 screws at the front of the grate.

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   Step 5: Remove the rotisserie.

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   Step 6: Look for the 2 LEDs mounted on a metal bracket.

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   Step 7: Using a cross-head screwdriver

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   Step 8: remove the covers at each end of the module

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   Step 9: revealing the electrical connections.

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    Step 10: Get your replacement module.

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    Step 11: Reconnect all the wires

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    Step 12: taking care with the polarity.

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    Step 13: Re-fit the bracket to the rear wall of the fire

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    Step 14: using the 4 screws.

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    Step 15: Re-fit the rotisserie.

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    Step 16: Re-fit the grate using the 2 screws.

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