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UNPACKING AND
TESTING FIREPLACE
Carefully remove the unit from the box. Prior
to permanently installing the unit, test to make
sure the unit operates properly. To do this, plug
the unit's power supply cord into a conveniently
located 120-volt grounded outlet.
CAUTION; The unit's power
supply cord must be connected
to a properly grounded and pro-
tected 120-volt outlet. Always use
ground fault protection where
required by the electrical code.
WARNING: Do not operate
the unit if it is damaged or has
malfunctioned. If you suspect the
unit is damaged, return the unit
to an authorized service facility
for examination, electrical or me-
chanical adjustment or repair.
LOCATING FIREPLACE
WARNING: Due to high tem-
peratures, this heater should
be located out of traffic. Keep
combustible materials such
as furniture, pillows, bedding,
papers, clothes and curtains at
least 3 feet (.9m) from the front
of the heater.
WARNING: Never locate this
heater where it may fall into a bath-
tub or other water container.
NOTICE: Minimum and maximum
clearances must be maintained at
all times. Illustrations throughout
these instructions reflect typical
installations and are for design
purposes only. Actual installa-
tions may vary slightly due to
individual preferences.
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contact with sagging or loose
insulation, the heater must not
be installed against vapor barrier
or exposed insulation. Localized
overheating could occur and a
fire could result.
CAUTION: Do not expose the
heater to the elements (such as
rain, etc.)
CAUTION: Wear gloves and
safety glasses for protection
during installation and main-
tenance.
Figure 2 illustrates a variety of ways the heater may
be located in a room. The heater may be installed
directly on the floor, carpet or raised on a hearth.
FRAMING
Figure 3, page 5 shows a typical framing of this
heater using combustible materials. All required
clearances to combustibles must be adhered to.
Header height is measured from the base of the
heater.
Tools and building supplies required for
installation:
• Saw
• Pliers
• Hammer
• Phillips screwdriver
• Tape measure
• Wall-finishing materials • Caulking material
• Electric drill/bits
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WARNING: To prevent
Figure 2 - Heater Locations
• Square
• Gloves
• Level
• Framing materials
• Surround
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