How To: Replace the Flame Motor On The Deluxe Series Electric Fireplace

Modified on Fri, 1 Nov at 9:19 AM

Models Supported:

86273 - Sideline Deluxe Stainless Steel 50 Inch

86275 - Sideline Deluxe Gold 50 Inch

86276 - Sideline Deluxe Gold 60 Inch

86277 - Sideline Deluxe Stainless Steel 60

Tools Required:

- Philips-head screw driver

Instructions:

1. Turn off power to the fireplace, remove the unit from the wall, and unplug the fireplace from the wall outlet.

2. Remove back panel from the fireplace.

3. Once the back panel is removed, you will see the inside parts of the fireplace. The flame rod is the rod with tinsel attached.

4. On the left side of the fireplace you will see a set of screws that hold the flame motor assembly in place.

5. Once the screws are removed, remove the flame motor from the fireplace and pull the other end of the flame rod out of its holder.

6. Following the motor cable from the flame motor toward the control board, cut the zip ties shown below:

7. Cut the last zip tie around the motor connections and unplug the motor cable.

8. After disconnecting the motor cable, remove the flame rod and motor from the fireplace.

9. Where the flame rod attaches to the flame motor, remove the zip tie show below and separate the motor from the flame rod.

10. Once you remove the existing motor, follow the steps backwards to install the new motor.

Video Instructions:

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