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Heater Preparation
Note: Follow all national and local electrical codes.
Note: Select a suitable location that is not susceptible
to moisture and is away from drapes, furniture and high
traffi c areas.
WARNING
Shock Risk
Improperly grounded outlets could cause
electrical shock.
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Always use properly grounded, fused and
polarized outlets.
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Always use ground fault protection where
required by electrical code.
WARNING
Shock Risk
Fire Risk
Improperly protected power cords could cause
electrical shock or fi re.
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Do not pinch the cord or lay against a
sharp object.
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Do not cover the cord with carpeting, throw
rugs or runners.
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Arrange and secure cord to avoid a tripping
hazard.
WARNING
Fire Risk
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Do not install or operate damaged heater.
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Do not modify heater.
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Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home
Technologies Inc. is strictly prohibited.
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Do not operate the heater without fully assembling all
components.
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Installation and/or use of any component part not
approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibility
for, and the warranty and agency listing will be voided by
the above actions.
Heatilator • SILHOUETTE Series Electric Fireplace • 4030-155 Rev K • 04/05
A. Secure and Level the Heater
WARNING
Fire Risk!
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Prevent contact with sagging, loose
insulation.
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Do NOT install against vapor barriers or
exposed insulation.
The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and se-
cure the heater (see Figure 5.1). Nailing tabs are provided to
secure the heater to the framing members.
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Place the heater into position.
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Level the heater from side to side and front to back.
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Shim the heater as necessary.
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Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
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Keep nailing tabs fl ush with the framing.
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Secure the heater to the framing by using nails or screws
through the nailing tabs.
Nailing Flanges
(both sides)
Figure 5.1
Proper Positioning, Leveling and Securing Heater
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