Dimplex 45" Direct-Wire Firebox Built-In Insert X-BF45DXP
SKU / Model: X-BF45DXP
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Product overview
The Dimplex BF Deluxe 45" built-in firebox brings classic fireplace charm to a new wall, a custom surround or a cabinet. A brick-look interior and molded logs give it the welcoming feel of a traditional hearth, and the 45-inch size makes a confident focal point in a family room, den or great room.
The original Dimplex Flame Effect, reflected in mirrored rear glass, plays over logs molded from real wood and a pulsing ember bed, so the fire looks deep and alive from across the room. Mesh spark screens complete the traditional look, and Dimplex offers glass doors and a black surround trim to finish the opening your way.
A fan-forced heater gives on-demand warmth when you want it, and the flames run on their own in every season. Because it is hardwired, the wiring stays hidden for a true built-in finish, with no chimney, gas line or venting to look after.
Key features
- Built-in, direct-wire firebox. Installs in a framed opening with the wiring hidden in the wall.
- Zero clearance design. Frames in directly, with clearance needed only at the top of the unit.
- Dimplex Flame Effect. The original Dimplex flame, given depth by mirrored rear glass.
- Molded logs and pulsing embers. Logs molded from real wood glow over a pulsing ember bed.
- Brick-look interior. A full brick-style interior for a traditional fireplace look.
- Mesh spark screens. Operable mesh screens for an authentic hearth front.
- 120, 208 or 240 volts. Wire it for 120 V, or for 208/240 V for more heat output.
- Fan-forced heater. On-demand supplemental heat for rooms of up to about 1,000 sq ft.
- Three operating modes. Flame only, flame with fan, or flame with heat, from the built-in controls.
- All-season flames. Enjoy the fire with no heat any time of year.
- Wall switch and thermostat ready. Can be wired to wall switches and an optional wall-mounted thermostat.
- Glass door options. Dimplex glass doors and trim kits finish the opening.
Included components
The firebox ships with its log set and ember bed, mirrored rear glass, mesh spark screens, four mounting flanges (two per side) for fastening to the framing, and a cable clamp for the supply wiring.
Required components
A framed rough opening of 45" W × 32 7/8" H × 16" D (114.3 × 83.6 × 40.6 cm), built to local code, with insulation and vapor barrier kept at least 2" (5.1 cm) from the unit. A dedicated, properly fused 15-amp circuit at 120 V, 208 V or 240 V, run in 14 AWG non-metallic sheathed cable with ground and connected by a qualified electrician (the unit is factory-set for 208/240 V). Any wall switches, a single-pole wall-mounted thermostat and the wire connectors for them are supplied by the installer.
Optional accessories
- Tamper-proof glass front (BFGLASS45BLK). 41" tamper-proof glass front for the BF45DXP.
- Bi-fold look glass door (BFDOOR45BLKSM). 41" glass door with a bi-fold look, for the BF45DXP.
- Four-piece installation trim (BF4TRIM45). 3" black surround trim for the BF45DXP.
- Plug kit (BFPLUGE). 120 V plug kit with a 7 ft cord, for BF33, BF39 and BF45 fireboxes.
Specifications
| Model / MPN | BF45DXP (order no. X-BF45DXP) |
|---|---|
| Brand / series | Dimplex — BF Series, Deluxe |
| Appliance type | Built-in direct-wire electric firebox, indoor |
| Approx. heating area | Up to 1,000 sq ft (supplemental heat) |
| Unit dimensions | 44 3/4" W × 32 3/4" H × 15 1/4" D (113.7 × 83.2 × 38.7 cm); 30 1/8" (76.5 cm) high at the back |
| Framing / rough opening | 45" W × 32 7/8" H × 16" D (114.3 × 83.6 × 40.6 cm) |
| Front | Operable mesh spark screens; optional Dimplex glass doors |
| Interior | Brick-look interior, mirrored rear glass, steel liner |
| Power supply | Direct wire 120 V, 208 V or 240 V; dedicated 15 A circuit; 14 AWG |
| Power connection | Hardwired (factory-set 208/240 V, voltage selector inside the exhaust panel); optional BFPLUGE 120 V plug kit |
| Heater rating | 2,700 W at 240 V (9,200 BTU); 2,100 W at 208 V (7,200 BTU); 1,440 W at 120 V (5,000 BTU); ratings include lights and motors |
| Current draw | 11.3 A at 240 V; 10.1 A at 208 V; 12.0 A at 120 V; 2.0 A with no heat |
| Thermostat | Optional field-supplied single-pole wall-mounted thermostat |
| Controls | On/off switch and mode selector (flame, flame/fan, flame/heat); optional wall switches |
| Flame lighting | Four 60 W clear chandelier/candelabra bulbs, E12 base |
| Venting | None required |
| Location | Indoor only |
| Certification | Tested to UL 2021 and CSA C22.2 No. 46 |
| Warranty | 2-year limited (1 year on surrounds and trims) |
Installation and safety notes
Frame a rough opening 45" wide, 32 7/8" high and 16" deep. The BF Series is a zero clearance design except at the top: keep insulation and vapor barrier at least 2" (5.1 cm) from the unit, place nothing combustible on its top surface, and never cover the air intake slots along the bottom front. Fasten the unit to the framing by bending out the four side flanges.
Wiring must be done by a qualified electrician to local and national codes on a dedicated, properly fused 15-amp circuit with 14 AWG cable. Set the voltage selector inside the exhaust panel to 115 for 120 V or 230 for 240 V. Allow 8" (20.3 cm) of service cable if you connect before the wall is finished, or up to 4 ft (121.9 cm) if you connect afterwards. Wall switches, a flame override switch and a single-pole wall thermostat can be wired in as described in the installation guide; a flame override switch is not for no-heat installations.
The firebox is for indoor use only and is not watertight; keep it away from tubs and showers. Replace the four E12 candelabra bulbs as a set when they near the end of their life, and let them cool for 5 minutes before touching. A dirty filter can trip the overheat cutout; switch off and wait 5 minutes to reset.
Safety warnings and disclaimer
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, visit www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
INSTALLATION SAFETY: For your safety, follow the manufacturer's installation and operating instructions exactly. An incorrect installation can lead to a fire, property damage or personal injury. United Fireplaces recommends that every appliance be installed by a qualified professional installer.
DISCLAIMER: Flames and flame colors on the website may appear differently in real life.
Warranty summary
Dimplex provides a 2-year limited warranty on the fireplace (1 year on surrounds and trims) from the date of first purchase, for the original purchaser in the US (excluding Hawaii and Alaska) and Canada, with on-site labor except travel beyond 30 miles (48 km) of a service depot. Proof of purchase is required. Light bulbs and damage from misuse, incorrect installation or an incorrect power source are not covered.
Manufacturer manuals and downloads
- BF Series installation manual, BF33/39/45 (English)
- BF Series installation manual (French)
- BF Series owner's manual (English, French, Spanish)
- BF45DXP technical specifications
- BF Series sell sheet
- BF45DXP service manual
- BF45DXP-GPR (with glass pane kit, plug kit and remote) installation manual
Frequently asked questions — BF45DXP
What rough opening does the BF45DXP need?
Frame an opening 45" wide, 32 7/8" high and 16" deep. Keep insulation and vapor barrier at least 2" from the unit and nothing combustible on top.
Is it hardwired or plug-in?
It is hardwired at 120 V, 208 V or 240 V on a dedicated 15-amp circuit. Dimplex offers the BFPLUGE 120 V plug kit with a 7 ft cord.
Can I run the flames without heat?
Yes. Set the mode selector to flame only and enjoy the fire all year with no heat.
What bulbs does it use?
Four clear 60 W chandelier or candelabra bulbs with an E12 base. Replace them as a set.
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