What you get
The duraflame DFI041ARU-2 Electric Log Set is an electric log set whose maker rates its heater at 5,200 BTU per hour.
The maker says it heats up to 1,000 square feet; as with any 120-volt heater, read that as supplemental heat for one room.
Like most electric fireplaces the flame effect can run with the heater off, using far less power.
As a log set it sits in an open fireplace in place of a grate; plan the cord route to an outlet.
Because nothing burns, there's no chimney, vent or carbon monoxide to plan for.
Also on the listing: overall dimensions of 8.66 in (D) x 20.7 in (W) x 12.6 in (H), a shipping or unit weight of 12.5 lb and resin construction.
Warranty, per the listing: 1 year limited warranty.
The figures, from the maker
Each figure is the maker's or the listing's own, with its source marked. A figure the maker doesn't give is shown as not stated.
| Model number | DFI041ARU-2 | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Corded Electric | Retailer |
| Dimensions (seller) | 8.66"D x 20.7"W x 12.6"H | Retailer |
| Material | Resin | Retailer |
| Mounting / installation | Insert | Retailer |
| Heat output (maker) | 5,200 BTU/h | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | Adjustable Thermostat, Flame Effect, Infrared | Retailer |
| Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) | Retailer |
| Model name | DFI030ARU | Retailer |
| Warranty | 1 year limited warranty. | Retailer |
| Product weight | 12.5 lb | Retailer |
| Heats up to (maker) | 1,000 sq ft | Retailer |
| Thermostat | thermostat | Retailer |
Is it the right heater for the room?
Pick it when
- Filling an open fireplace
- Rooms where gas or wood can't go
Pass on it when
- Heating a whole house
- Circuits already near their limit
Where it wins, where it gives ground
Wins
- No vent or chimney
- Flame runs without heat
Gives ground
- Supplemental heat only
- Heater wattage not stated
Know before you install
- Figures are the maker's own and are rated in the maker's conditions. Installation, venting, chimney, gas and electrical work follow the manual and local code, carried out by a qualified installer.
Heaters to weigh against it
Other electric fireplaces and stoves in the same heat range
- Dimplex DFI2310 Electric Log Set
- PuraFlame EF511A 24-Inch Electric Log Set
- Legend Flame EF484 25-Inch Electric Log Set
- PuraFlame EF512A 27-Inch Electric Log Set
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Questions about this model
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Bottom line
Pick it for filling an open fireplace.