Table Of Contents; Safety Information - HAMPTON BAY MEF2823CBWLG Use And Care Manual

Table of Contents

Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Pre-Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

safety information

1. Read all instructions before using this fireplace.
2. This fireplace is hot when in use. To avoid burns,
do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided,
use handles when moving this fireplace. Keep
combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows,
bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet
(0.9 meters) from the front of the fireplace and keep
them away from the sides and rear.
3. Extreme caution is necessary when any fireplace is
used by or near children or invalids and whenever
the heater is left operating and unattended.
4. Always unplug the fireplace when not in use.
5. Do not operate any fireplace with a damaged cord
or plug or after the fireplace malfunctions, has been
dropped, or is damaged in any manner. Return
the fireplace to an authorized service facility for
examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or
repair.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. This fireplace is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas, and similar indoor locations. Never
locate the fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or
other water container.
8. Do not run the power cord under carpeting. Do not
cover the power cord with items such as throw rugs
or runners. Arrange the power cord away from traffic
areas to ensure that it is not tripped over.
9. To disconnect the fireplace, turn the controls to the
off position and remove the plug from the outlet.
10. Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust openings as this may cause
an electric shock or fire, or damage the fireplace.
nOTe: Save these instructions.
Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Care & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
12. To prevent a possible fire, do not block firebox
air intakes or the exhaust in any manner. Do not
operate the fireplace on soft surfaces, like a bed,
where openings may become blocked.
13. A fireplace has hot and arching or sparking parts
inside. Do not use in areas where gasoline, paint,
or flammable liquids are used or stored.
14. Use this fireplace only as described in this manual.
Any other use not recommended by the manufac-
turer may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury to
persons.
15. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the
extension cord may overheat and cause a risk
of fire. However, if you have to use an extension
cord, the cord shall be No.14ga minimum size and
rated not less than 1875 watts.
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