Dimplex  |  SKU: QST42

Dimplex QST42 Ignite Quest 42" Built-In Electric Fireplace

Regular price $4,999.99

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  • 30-day returns, no restocking fee.
  • Professional installation available across NYC, Long Island, Westchester, northern NJ and Greenwich/Stamford, CT.
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Warranty

Manufacturer's warranty their products only if they are purchased from an authorized retailer like us. If an issue occurs and the item was purchased from a 3rd party website i.e. Amazon, your claim may be denied. What this means for you as a customer? As a factory authorized & trained dealer for every brand on our website, you will maintain full manufacturer's warranty. Please click on the manufacturer's manual in the description for full warranty coverage information.

Returns

  • No-Restock Fees
  • 30-Day Return Policy
  • The NYC Fireplaces Team wants you to love what it is that you've ordered! If for some reason you have an issue with your product, we offer a '30-Day Return Policy'.
  • We allow returns on all new, unused, unassembled, and "resalable" items in their original packaging within 30 days of the delivery date for a refund (minus the original shipping costs, and the shipping costs you incur shipping the product back). Naturally, if your return is because of our error, you are not responsible for any shipping costs.

Description

Available Sizes: Dimplex Ignite Quest

30" | 36" | 42" (Current Size) | 48"

Overall Dimensions: 42-5/8" W x 17-1/2" D x 36-5/8" H

The Dimplex Ignite Quest QST42 is a 42 inch built-in electric fireplace with the Multi-Fire flame effect, a glowing loose log set and a pulsating ember bed. It burns no fuel, needs no chimney or gas line, and fits a framed opening in a living room, bedroom or apartment where a gas fireplace is not an option.

It heats with a fan-forced Comfort$aver heater that can be turned off or permanently disabled, so you can run the flames year round. Plug it in at 120 V with the included plug kit, or hardwire it at 120 V or 240 V.

Key Specifications

Model QST42 (Dimplex order no. 500005300)
Type Electric firebox, non-venting, built-in
Flame effect Multi-Fire flame effect with glowing loose logs and pulsating ember bed
Voltage and watts 120 V at 1,500 W, or 240 V at 2,500 W
Amps 12.5 A at 120 V; 10.4 A at 240 V
Heat output 5,118 BTU/hr at 120 V and 8,530 BTU/hr at 240 V
Heater Fan-forced Comfort$aver; can be switched off or permanently disabled
Viewing area 42-5/8" W x 27-1/8" H x 8-3/4" D (front install)
Wiring Plug kit included for 120 V, or hardwire at 120 V or 240 V; the power cord option is for 120 V only
Controls Flame Connect app, multi-function remote with wall mount, onboard controls and power switch
Timer Built-in, up to 8 hours
Liner Steel
Certifications cULus listed (UL 2021, CSA C22.2 No. 46)
Weight 207 lb unit, 229 lb packaged

Dimensions and Cutout

Overall 42-5/8" W x 36-5/8" H x 17-1/2" D
Framing opening 42-3/4" W x 37-1/8" H x 18" D
Mounting height Bottom of the unit no higher than 40" from the floor for the best flame viewing angle
Ceiling clearance Top of the unit at least 24" below the ceiling
Above the unit Surfaces 10" above stay at or below 40 C (104 F) in normal heat mode if the heater inlet and outlet are clear; follow the TV, mantel or artwork maker's heat limits
Venting None required

Features

  • Multi-Fire flame effect with lifelike depth and movement
  • Glowing loose log set with quick-connect installation and a pulsating ember bed
  • Flame Connect app for flame themes, sound and personalization, plus a wall-mountable remote
  • Crackling flame sound controlled from the remote, with more sound options in the app
  • Comfort$aver fan-forced heat that can be permanently disabled for flame-only use
  • Front-facing install, or corner and bay installs with the optional trim kit
  • Built-in timer of up to 8 hours and self-diagnostic technology

What Is Included and What You Will Need

  • Included (per manual): 11 logs, reflective glass with bracket, light shield, front glass and two side glasses, tumbled glass embers, gravel and glass chunks, sill trim, kick plate, top grille, remote with wall mount and batteries, plug kit, hardware kit and the user and installation guide
  • Required: a framed opening to the dimensions above and a 120 V or 240 V supply; the manual calls for a dedicated minimum 15 amp circuit
  • Optional: the Left/Right Bay Trim Kit (Dimplex 500005394), selectable on this page, which is needed for bay or corner installations

Installation Notes

This is an electric appliance with no gas or vent, so installation is a framing, electrical and finishing job. Frame the opening to the dimensions above, make the 120 V or 240 V connection per the manual, and have a licensed electrician do the final connection where required. Two or more people are needed to lift the unit. Do not use an extension cord. If it is installed in a bathroom it must be on a GFCI receptacle or circuit. We install in NYC, Long Island, Westchester and New Jersey. Book a free design consultation and we will help you plan the layout, utilities and installation.

Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it heat a room?

It provides supplemental heat: 5,118 BTU at 120 V or 8,530 BTU at 240 V. You can also turn the heater off and enjoy the flames alone.

Can I plug it in?

At 120 V you can use the plug kit in the box. A 240 V installation must be hardwired, and extension cords are not permitted.

Can I put a TV above it?

Surfaces 10 inches above the unit stay at or below 40 C in normal heat mode with the heater inlet and outlet clear. Follow the TV maker's heat limit and keep the top of the unit at least 24 inches below the ceiling.

Can it go in a corner or bay?

Yes, with the optional Left/Right Bay Trim Kit. Without it, the unit installs front facing in a recessed opening.

Related reading: Electric Fireplace Buying Guide and Best Fireplace Under a TV.

Warranty

Per the Dimplex manual: five-year limited warranty on the Ignite Quest fireplace, including in-home parts and service. Trims and accessory packages are excluded.

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