Dimplex CDFI1000P Optimyst linear cassette
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Brand: Dimplex
Model: CDFI1000P
Type: Cassette-style firebox, with linear profile
Built-in heater or heater option: Not available
Sound Effects: Yes
Media Included: None; comes with flat top standard; optional logset available
Flame Colours: Natural Orange
Flame Source: Tap water, being ultrasonically turned into mist
Plumbing Kit: Optional; comes standard with refillable water bottles
Dimplex CDFI1000P Optimyst Likes:
- Flexibility — ability to use the 1-meter long cassettes end to end for large, linear installations of any size
- Realism — logs lit from within, plus the most realistic flame available without live fire
- Extra-sensory — crackling sound effects are realistic, and may be adjusted in volume, or turned off if unwanted
- Adjustable — flame effect may be adjusted to account for local conditions
- Convenience — plumbing kit makes commercial installations possible without assigning a person to refill the water reservoirs
- Safety — amazingly realistic flame effect without live fire — safe for any environment
- Adaptable — heat-free operation for year-round comfort
- Cost-effective — much more reasonably priced than a gas equivalent
Dimplex CDFI1000P Optimyst Dislikes:
- Noisy — makes 2 loud beeping sounds when first turned on
- Delayed reaction — takes 45 seconds for mist to appear when first turned on
- Glare — lights under the flames are extremely bright when viewed directly
- Levellers — screw-in leg levellers are too short
- Programming — setting up the remote and balancing mist output can be tricky at start-up
View a video of the Dimplex CDFI1000P Optimyst flames in action.
Overall Rating:
- 4 out of 5
Stylish Fireplaces & Interiors specializes in sales and installation of electric fireplaces from their central GTA showroom. They carry the Dimplex CDFI1000P as well as all other better-quality electric fireplace brands.