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CAUTION: Do not expose the heater to the elements (such as rain, etc.)
CAUTION: Wear gloves and safety glasses for protec- tion during installation and maintenance.
This electric fireplace can be installed in a mantel, framed into a wall or installed into an existing fireplace. If installing into a mantel, follow mantel’s assembly instructions.
Figure 3 illustrates a variety of ways the heater may be located in a room. The heater may be installed directly on the floor or raised on a hearth.
Corner Mantel
Installation
Framed
Into Wall
Wall Mantel or Existing
Installation Fireplace
Figure 3 - Heater Locations
Installation
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE! The power cord must not be pinched or against a sharp edge. Secure cord to avoid tripping or snaggingtoreducetheriskoffire, electric shock or personal injury.
Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners or the like.Arrange cord away from traffic areas and where it will not be tripped over.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE! To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intake or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces where openings may become blocked.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE! Do not blow or place insulation against the firebox.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not fol- lowed exactly, a fire or explosion mayresultcausingpropertydam- age, personal injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors in the vi- cinity of this or any other heater.
Installing fireplace
Select a suitable location that is not suscep- tible to moisture and is a safe distance from drapes, furniture and high traffic areas.
Note: Follow all national and local electrical codes. This insert can be installed into either an existing fireplace or as new construction/ renovation.
Installing in Mantel
1.Assemble mantel according to mantel instructions.
2.Locate mantel near a wall (or corner depending on mantel type) close to a power source. You may have to alter base boards to fit mantel flush against wall.
3.Insert fireplace into front of mantel. Be careful not to scratch finish on base. Fire- place will fit flush against front of mantel.
4.Plug fireplace into power source. Push mantel with fireplace into final location.
Existing Fireplace Installation
1.Thoroughly clean out existing fireplace and hearth area.
2.Seal all drafts, vents or ash
3.If existing fire box is susceptible to mois- ture, cap top of chimney flue to prevent infiltration of water.
