5 Heater Preparation
Note: Follow all national and local electrical codes.
A. Secure and Level the Heater
Note: Select a suitable location that is not susceptible to moisture and is away from drapes, furniture and high traffic areas.
WARNING
Shock Risk
Improperly grounded outlets could cause electrical shock.
•Always use properly grounded, fused and polarized outlets.
•Always use ground fault protection where required by electrical code.
WARNING
Shock Risk
Fire Risk
Improperly protected power cords could cause electrical shock or fire.
•Do not pinch the cord or lay against a sharp object.
•Do not cover the cord with carpeting, throw rugs or runners.
•Arrange and secure cord to avoid a tripping hazard.
WARNING
Fire Risk
•Do not install or operate damaged heater.
•Do not modify heater.
•Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. is strictly prohibited.
•Do not operate the heater without fully assembling all components.
•Installation and/or use of any component part not approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility for, and the warranty and agency listing will be voided by the above actions.
WARNING
Fire Risk!
•Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulation.
•Do NOT install against vapor barriers or exposed insulation.
The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and se- cure the heater (see Figure 5.1). Nailing tabs are provided to secure the heater to the framing members.
•Place the heater into position.
•Level the heater from side to side and front to back.
•Shim the heater as necessary.
•Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
•Keep nailing tabs flush with the framing.
•Secure the heater to the framing by using nails or screws through the nailing tabs.
Nailing Flanges |
(both sides) |
Figure 5.1 Proper Positioning, Leveling and Securing Heater |
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