Installation

Firebox Installation

Install the firebox in one of the following methods:

Within a new or existing mantel. Refer to Figure 1 for minimum dimension requirements.

Within a new wall construction.

New Wall Construction

Select a suitable location that is not susceptible to moisture and is away from drapes, furniture and high traffic.

Place the fireplace in the

desired location to see how it will look in the room.

Mark the desired location on the floor and store the fireplace in a safe, dry and dust free location.

Use studs to frame an opening of 24 ½ inches (622 mm) wide X 18 ¼ inches (463.6 mm) high X 9 inches (229 mm) deep.

Choose a wiring method:

Option #1 - The power cord can be led from behind the trim and along the wall to an outlet

near the fireplace.

Option #2 - A new outlet can be installed inside the new frame construction. Plug the unit into a 15 Amp / 120 Volt outlet. If the cord does not reach, you may use an extension cord rated for a minimum of 1875 Watts.

Option #3 - Hardwire

Refer to Hardwire installation instructions on page 8.

Final Steps

Carefully pour and evenly distribute the supplied glass rock media on the front tray of the firebox (Figure 5). Once complete, hang the front glass assembly on the mounts of the firebox.

Figure 5

Mounts

Front glass

Hooks

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