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RECESSED ELECTRIC FIREPLACE HEATER Model # : WLGN8740, 86274 OWNER’S MANUAL 50” / 60” 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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General Information ..............................4 Fireplace Specifications............................5 ETL Approval Listing Information ........................... 5 Dimensional Drawing ............................... 6 WLGN8740 – 50” Recessed Electric Fireplace ....................6 86274 – 60” Recessed Electric Fireplace ......................7 Unpacking Your Fireplace ............................8 Parts and Hardware ..............................8 Tools Required ..............................
Recessed 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. •...
Recessed 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 Unpacking and Setup Unpacking Instructions: • Remove all parts and hardware from the carton and place them on a clean, soft, dry surface. Check the parts list to make sure no parts are missing.
Recessed Electric Fireplace Wiring The WLGN8740/86274 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.
C. Take the new cover plate and punch a 7/8”. Thread your wiring through the hole in the cover plate for connecting to the wires in the WLGN8740/86274 fireplace. Using the wire connectors, connect the ground green wires (G), the common white wires (N) together, then the hot black wires (L) and then the refer to Figure 3.
Recessed 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. •...
Recessed Electric Fireplace Removing The Glass Panel Prior to installation, it is best to remove the glass panel. Please remove the glass panel as per instructions below: Instructions 1. There are 4 screws securing the glass panel to the fireplace. Remove all 4 screws (2 on the left side and 2 on the right side).
Recessed Electric Fireplace Recessed Installation – cont. 3. With the help of a second person, insert fireplace into wall opening and secure with mounting screws provided. 4. Once the fireplace is installed in the wall, place crystal embers or fire log in the fireplace. a.
Recessed Electric Fireplace Recessed Installation – cont. b. Fire log Installation 1. Place fire log in fireplace as illustrated below. 5. Once completed installing crystal embers or fire log, reinstall glass panel. The hooks on the back of the glass panels fit into the slots on the side of the firebox.
Recessed Electric Fireplace Wall Mounted Installation • Due to many different finish materials use 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.
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Recessed Electric Fireplace Wall Mounted Installation – cont. 3. 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. Note: Mount bracket to at least 2 studs.
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Recessed Electric Fireplace Wall Mounted Installation – cont. 4. 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.
Recessed 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.
Recessed Electric Fireplace Remote Control and Touch Panel Functions BUTTON FUNCTION ACTION & INDICATION ON: Enables control panel functions and remote control. Turns 1. Press once. Indicator light turns on. on the flame effect. Power turns on. All functions enabled. OFF: Disables control panel functions and remove control.
Recessed Electric Fireplace Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution 1. Fireplace turns off 1. Fireplace has overheated 1. Reset switch by turning main power off and will not turn on. and safety devise has caused and waiting turning it back on or breaker thermal switch to disconnect circuit breaker.
Recessed 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. •...
Recessed Electric Fireplace Warranty This electric fireplace warrantied to be free of defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of purchase. The manufacturer 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.
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