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FORTE ELITE SERIES ELECTRIC FIREPLACE HEATER
Model # : 80052
OWNER'S MANUAL
Forte Elite Series 40"
Recessed Electric Fireplace
AC 110-120V 60Hz 1500W
Read and understand this entire owner's manual, including all safety
information, before plugging in or using this product. Failure to do so could
WARNING
result in fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury.
Keep this owner's manual for future reference. If you sell or give this
CAUTION
product away, make sure this manual accompanies this product.
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- Page 1 FORTE ELITE SERIES ELECTRIC FIREPLACE HEATER Model # : 80052 OWNER’S MANUAL Forte Elite Series 40” Recessed Electric Fireplace AC 110-120V 60Hz 1500W Read and understand this entire owner’s manual, including all safety information, before plugging in or using this product. Failure to do so could WARNING result in fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Table of Contents General Information ..............................4 CSA Approval Listing Information ........................... 4 Fireplace Specifications............................4 Serial Number Label ..............................5 Dimensional Drawings ............................. 6 80052 – Forte Elite 40” Dimensions ........................6 Unpacking Your Fireplace ............................7 Parts and Hardware .............................. - Page 3 Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! • THIS FIREPLACE IS HOT WHEN IN OPERATION AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS • Do not operate fireplace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fireplace according to operating instructions could cause fire or injury.
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Page 4: General Information
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace General Information CSA Approval Listing Information This fireplace has been tested in accordance with the CSA Standards for fixed and location-dedicated electric room appliances in the United States and Canada. If you need assistance during installation, please contact our technical support department at 800-215-1990. -
Page 5: Serial Number Label
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Serial Number Label Each Touchstone Home Products Electric Fireplace contains a serial number label on the shipping box. Please remove the shipping label and place the label on the back page of this manual for future reference. -
Page 6: Dimensional Drawings
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Dimensional Drawings 80052 – Forte Elite 40” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.1990 rev. 20220325... -
Page 7: Unpacking Your Fireplace
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Unpacking Your Fireplace Parts and Hardware Tools Required • Phillips screwdriver • Stud finder • Level • Tape measure • Electric drill • 1/4” wood drill bit What’s in the Box Wood Screws - 6... -
Page 8: Wiring
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Wiring The Forte Elite series recessed fireplace can either be plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet or hard wire connection. Testing the Fireplace Prior to Installation • Before installing the fireplace, test the fireplace to make sure that it operates properly. -
Page 9: Hard Wire Connection
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Hard Wire Connection If it is necessary to hard wire this appliance, a qualified electrician must remove the cord connection, and wire the appliance directly to the house hold wiring. This appliance must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes, if hard wired. In the absence of local codes, use the current ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the United States or the current CSA C22.1 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in Canada. -
Page 10: Installation
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Installation WARNINGS • Due to high temperatures, keep the fireplace out of high traffic locations. • Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 36” away from the front of the fireplace. -
Page 11: Removing The Glass Panel
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Removing The Glass Panel Remove the glass panel prior to installation. Please remove glass panel as per instructions below: Instructions: 1. There are 2 screws in the top vent opening, one on the far left and one on the far right that secure the left and right trim pieces in place. -
Page 12: Recessed Installation
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Recessed Installation • Due to many different finish materials used on walls, it is highly recommended that you consult your local builder before you install this fireplace in the wall. • Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is located at least 36” away from combustible materials such as curtains, drapes, furniture, bedding, or other combustible materials. - Page 13 Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Recessed Installation – cont. 3. Remove the 2 brackets on each side of the flame area as shown below. Keep the screws and brackets handy, as they will be re-installed later. a. Remove screws holding brackets in place b.
- Page 14 Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Recessed Installation – cont 6. Once the fireplace is secure, reinstall the 2 brackets removed in step 3. The fireplace is now ready to have the crystal embers and drift wood logs placed inside of the fireplace.
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Page 15: Installing The Crystal Embers And Drift Wood Logs
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Installing the Crystal Embers and Drift Wood Logs Once the fireplace is installed in the wall, place crystal embers or drift wood in the fireplace. Crystal Ember Installation 1. Remove the log set from the fireplace. -
Page 16: Reinstalling The Glass Panel
(B). 2. Once the glass panel is in place, secure the glass panel to the firebox using the 2 screws removed in Remove the Glass Panel section. Your Forte Elite Series fireplace is now ready for use! www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.1990... -
Page 17: Wall Mounted Installation
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Wall Mounted Installation • Due to many different finish materials used on walls, it is highly recommended that you consult your local builder before you install this fireplace on the wall. • Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is located at least 36” away from combustible materials such as curtains, drapes, furniture, bedding, or other combustible materials. - Page 18 Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Wall Mounted Installation – cont. 4. Mark location of bracket on wall and then mount the bracket to the wall using the supplied screws and dry wall anchors. The hooks in the bracket MUST be pointed away from the wall, upward, and level.
- Page 19 Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Wall Mounted Installation – cont. 5. With the wall mounting bracket installed, have 2 people lift the fireplace up and insert the 2 hooks on the bracket into the back of the fireplace. The 2 hooks on the mounting bracket will line up with the 2 holes on the back of the fireplace.
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Page 20: Operating Fireplace
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Operating Fireplace Once the fireplace has been plugged into a grounded outlet, the fireplace is now ready for operation. Ensure that the house circuit breakers for the power supply are turned on. Power Plug the power cable into a 110v 15 amp grounded outlet. Make sure the outlet is in good condition and that the plug is not loose. -
Page 21: Control Panel Functions
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Method of Operation – cont. Control Panel Functions BUTTON FUNCTION ACTION & INDICATION ON: Enables control panel functions and 1. Press once. Indicator light turns on. Power remote control. Turns on flame effect. turns on. All functions enabled. -
Page 22: Wireless Remote Control Functions
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Method of Operation – cont. Wireless Remote Control Functions BUTTON FUNCTION ACTION & INDICATION ON: Enables control panel functions and remote 1. Press once. Indicator light turns on. Power turns on. control. Turns on flame effect. - Page 23 Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Method of Operation – cont. Wireless Remote Control Functions – cont. BUTTON FUNCTION ACTION & INDICATION 1. Press once and the indicator lights up. Timer is Timer button: Controls timer settings to turn set to 1 hour.
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Page 24: Remote Control Operation
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Remote Control Operation • This remote control uses 2 AAA batteries (not included). • Instructions for battery installation are located on the remote control battery compartment door. • To improve operation of the remote control, aim the remote control at the front of the fireplace. DO NOT PRESS the buttons too quickly. -
Page 25: Care And Maintenance
Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Care and Maintenance Cleaning • ALWAYS turn the heater OFF and unplug the power cord from the outlet before cleaning, performing maintenance, or moving the fireplace. Failure to do so could result in electric shock, fire, or personal injury. -
Page 26: Warranty
Touchstone Home Products®, Inc warrants our electric fireplaces to be free of defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of purchase. Touchstone will repair or replace any fireplace or fireplace part that is deemed defective or becomes defective during normal use within one year after the date of purchase. - Page 27 Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.1990 rev. 20220325...
- Page 28 Forte Elite Series Electric Fireplace Affix Serial Number Label Here www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.1990 rev. 20220325...
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