Dimplex SPK42 Vital Spark 42in Built-in Electric Firebox
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Dimplex SPK42 Vital Spark 42in Built-in Electric Firebox is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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- 30-day returns, no restocking fee.
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Shipping & Delivery Area
Shipping & Delivery Area
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- Our own trucks deliver eligible local orders up to 120 miles. e-NRG fuel, white-glove delivery and assembly have separate eligibility, distance limits and charges.
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Assembly & Installation
Assembly & Installation
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Warranty
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
Returns
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- 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.
Dimplex SPK42 Vital Spark 42in Built-in Electric Firebox is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
Overall Dimensions: 43-1/4 x 31 x 7-1/2 in (W x H x D), per the Dimplex manual
The Dimplex Vital Spark SPK42 is a 42 in built-in electric firebox with molded logs and a glowing ember bed that recreates a wood fire, for a framed wall, mantel or an existing fireplace opening. It can be hardwired or plugged in with the included plug kit, offers 13 flame colors and ember color themes, and adds fan-forced heat with a thermostat for year-round comfort.
Features
- Molded log set over an ember bed with selectable color themes, including a color-cycling prism mode
- 13 flame colors and three flame speeds (F1 to F3)
- Fan-forced 1500 W heater with thermostat; flames run with or without heat
- Remote control and touch controls on the front glass
- Dimplex app connection, per the Dimplex manual
- Hardwire or plug-in installation (plug kit included)
- Built-in firebox for framed walls, mantels or existing fireplace openings
Key Specifications
| Model / SKU | Dimplex Vital Spark SPK42 |
| Type | Built-in electric firebox |
| Electrical | 120 V, 60 Hz, 12.5 A, 1500 W; hardwire or plug-in with included plug kit (Dimplex manual) |
| Bulb type | LED |
| Approvals | Certified to UL standards (Dimplex manual) |
| Operating temperature | -4 to 104 F |
Dimensions and Cutout
| Firebox (W x H x D) | 43-1/4 x 31 x 7-1/2 in (Dimplex manual) |
| Minimum opening (W x H x D) | 40-3/4 x 30-3/4 x 9 in (Dimplex manual) |
| Front glass (W x H) | 43-1/4 x 31 in (Dimplex manual) |


What Is Included and What You Will Need
- Dimplex SPK42 Vital Spark firebox with logs, ember bed, remote control and plug kit
- You will need: a framed opening or existing fireplace at least the minimum opening size, and a 120 V, 15 A circuit (dedicated preferred) or a licensed electrician for a hardwired connection
Optional Accessories
- Other sizes: Vital Spark 28 in, Vital Spark 33 in, Vital Spark 36 in
Installation Notes
Frame or prepare an opening at least the minimum size above, seal drafts and vents if it is an existing fireplace, then set the firebox flush with the front face of the opening and secure it to the framing with screws. Hardwire with a 15 A, 120 V supply and an SPST switch where required, or use the included plug kit; Dimplex prefers a dedicated circuit.
In New York City, a plug-in electric fireplace needs no gas line, venting or permit, which is why it suits apartments; a hardwired connection or a new circuit should be done by a licensed electrician.
Planning a built-in electric fireplace wall? Book a design consultation.
Documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
What size opening do I need?
At least 40-3/4 in wide, 30-3/4 in high and 9 in deep for the SPK42, per the Dimplex manual.
Can it plug into an outlet?
Yes. It can be hardwired or plugged in with the included plug kit on a 120 V, 15 A circuit.
Can I use the flames without heat?
Yes. The flame effect and the heater are controlled separately.
Related reading: Electric fireplace buying guide, How to measure a fireplace opening.
Warranty
Glen Dimplex Americas warrants this electric insert to the original purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of first purchase, per the Vital Spark manual. Coverage applies in the 50 US states (except Hawaii and Alaska) and Canada (except the territories); installation, removal and transport costs are the purchaser's responsibility. See the manual for full terms.
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