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ELECTRIC FIREPLACE/INSERT 32" ModEL ES401 SAFETY INFoRMATIoN ANd INSTALLATIoN MANUAL Patent No. 7,219,456 B1 Read these instructions completely before beginning installation. Failure to follow them could cause a heater malfunction resulting in serious injury and/or property damage. WARNING: All electric heaters have hot and arcing or sparking parts inside.
Grounded Circuit If you need assistance during installation, Note: This heater must be electrically wired and please contact your local dealer or the FMI grounded in accordance with local codes or, in PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537. the absence of local codes, with National Electric Please have the distributor’s model and serial...
PRodUCT IdENTIFICATIoN Flame Control Remote Hide Control Handle Ember Control Magnetic Panel Door Catch Backlight Heat Vents Control (Behind Door) Front Glass Heater Flame Ember Backlight Power Back Glass ON/OFF Heater Power Control Button Remote Log Set Figure 2 - Product Identification UNPACkINg ANd TESTINg Carefully remove unit from box.
LoCATINg FIREPLACE Continued Figure 3 illustrates a variety of ways the heater CAUTION: Do not expose the may be located in a room. The heater may heater to the elements (such as be installed directly on the floor or raised on a hearth.
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INSTALLATIoN Continued Note: It is strongly advised that you hire a qualified professional to undertake this step in order to prevent personal injury. Nailing Flange Once flue is capped, chimney is no longer Bracket suitable for wood burning. Note: Do not install this unit into a fireplace that is prone to dampness, the area of installation must be dry.
INSTALLATIoN Continued Tools and building supplies required for CAUTION: Provide adequate installation: clearances around the air open- • Saw • Square • Pliers • Gloves ings and adequate accessibility • Hammer • Level clearances for servicing and • Phillips screwdriver •...
oPERATIoN Continued 3. When using remote control, aim remote above log set. IMPORTANT: This remote at sensor located in center of unit just control must remain within 20 feet (6 m) of fireplace to be effective. 4. When power switch is turned off, fireplace settings go back to default (see Figure 8).
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CLEANINg ANd MAINTENANCE Continued REPLACING LOG 6. Remove brackets from heater/blower (see Figure 13). Save brackets and screws. 1. Follow steps 1 through 4 of Cleaning 7. To remove heater from blower, remove 4 Firebox, page 8. screws (2 per side). 2.
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CLEANINg ANd MAINTENANCE Continued 4. Gently push new control board onto Blower standoffs to install. 5. Reconnect wires to main control board (see Wiring Diagram, page 14). 6. Replace glass with brackets, and top panel. 7. Replace trim Main Control Heater Transformer Board...
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CLEANINg ANd MAINTENANCE Continued REPLACING SETTINGS CONTROL 5. There are several wires attached to bot- tom panel. Carefully remove panel. BOARD 6. Disconnect wires from motor and LED 1. Follow steps 1 through 3 under Replacing drum assembly. Heater/Blower, page 9. 7.
You may have further questions about You can also visit our web site at installation, operation, or troubleshooting. www.fmiproducts.com. If so, contact FMI PRODUCTS, LLC at This information can be found on the 1-866-328-4537. When calling please have fireplace's rating plate located behind the your model and serial numbers of your control panel door.
TRoUbLEShooTINg WARNING: Turn off appliance and let cool before servicing. Only a qualified service person should service and repair heater. OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Fireplace turns off and will 1. Fireplace has overheated 1. Reset switch by turning not turn on and safety devise has main power switch off and cause thermal switch to...
WIRINg dIAgRAM White Yellow Remote Control Sensor (Infrared) Black White LED Backlight Strip LED Ember Strip Black White Cyan YLW YLW Blue Gray www.fmiproducts.com 122638-01E...
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PARTS MODEL ES401 www.fmiproducts.com 122638-01E...
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PARTS MODEL ES401 This list contains replaceable parts used in your fireplace. When ordering parts, follow the instructions listed under Replacement Parts on page 12 of this manual. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 120928-43 Blower 120928-06 Rear Glass (Screen) 120928-05 Log Set 120928-07 Flame Effect Mirror 120927-08 Handles 120928-26 Main Control Board and Standoffs (5)
FMI PRODUCTS, LLC’s liability is limited to the purchase price of the product, and FMI PRODUCTS, LLC shall not be liable for any other damages whatsoever under any circumstances including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
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