- Does the Cassette 500 actually heat a room?
- Only a little. It uses a heating coil with a low BTU rating, so it adds a bit of warmth to a small space but will not replace a furnace or a space heater.
- How does the flame work without a real fire?
- An ultrasonic mister turns water into mist, and a light and fan shape it into a flame with smoke-like wisps. The glass front stays cool because there is no flame heat.
- How often do I refill the water?
- It depends on use, but expect to refill the tank regularly, often every day or two when running for long periods. Running it dry stops the flame effect.
- Can it be installed in an existing fireplace?
- Yes, if the opening fits the cassette's dimensions. It is a vent-free insert, so no chimney or gas line is needed, but check the opening depth and height first.
- Is it safe around children and pets?
- The glass front stays cool and there is no open flame, which makes it safer than a wood or gas fire. Still keep water and electrical parts out of reach.
- What comes in the box?
- The cassette insert and a remote control. You supply the surround or opening and the water.
- Where is the Dimplex Opti-myst Cassette 500 Electric Fireplace cheapest?
- At www.fireplaceinserts.net, for $1,199.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Dimplex Opti-myst Cassette 500 Electric Fireplace?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including www.fireplaceinserts.net, Urban Supply, Flatirons Fire, Fireplace Distributor, Hearthside.com.