Fireplace Installation; Site Selection - Dimplex Prism Series Owner's Manual

Fireplace Installation

Site Selection

Review and consider all of the
following conditions for installation:
• Dimensions of the unit: 50
(128 cm) x 19½"(49.5 cm)
• Unit requires a minimum of two wall
studs in order to ensure a secure
installation
There are three possible mounting
methods:
• Surface mount (pg. 12);
• Partial recess (pg. 13);
• Flush mount (pg. 14),
and any of these have the option of
being hardwired or plugged directly
into the wall outlet.
WARNING: The top of the
fireplace is to be installed at least
4" (10.2 cm) from the ceiling.
CAUTION: Ensure installation
does not allow fireplace to be in
direct contact with building vapor
barrier or insulation and meets all
local building codes.
!
NOTE 1: A 15 Amp, 120 Volt
circuit is required. A dedicated
circuit is preferred but not essential
in all cases. A dedicated circuit will
be required if, after installation, the
circuit breaker trips or fuse blows
on a regular basis when the heater
is operating. Additional appliances
on the same circuit may exceed
/ "
5
16
the current rating of the circuit
breaker.
WARNING: Ensure the power
cord is not installed so that it is
pinched or against a sharp edge
and ensure that the power cord
is stored or secured to avoid
tripping or snagging to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock or
injury to persons. Construction and
electrical outlet wiring must comply
with local building codes and other
applicable regulations to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and
injury to persons.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
fire, do not store or use gasoline,
or other flammable vapors or
liquids in the vicinity of the heater.
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