Fireplace Installation - Dimplex BLF50 Owner's Manual

Fireplace Installation

Site Selection
Review and consider all of the
following conditions for installation:
• Dimensions of the unit: 50
inches (128cm) x 19½ inches
(49.5cm)
• Unit requires a minimum of two
(2) wall studs in order to ensure
a secure installation
Three possible installation
methods:
• Installation method: Surface
mount (pg. 12); In-wall
Recessed (pg. 13); or Flush
mount (pg. 15)
• Hardwired or plug-in method
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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 the
current rating of the circuit
breaker.
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WARNING: Ensure the power
cord is not installed so that it
is pinched or against a sharp
edge and ensure that the
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power cord is stored or secured
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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.
Select a location that is not
susceptible to moisture and is
away from drapes, furniture and
high traffic.
For ease of electrical hook
up you may wish to locate the
fireplace near an existing outlet
(for plug-in convenience) (refer to
NOTE 1).
Remove fireplace, front glass
and hardware from box and
remove all packaging materials
before installation.
Store the fireplace in a
safe, dry and dust free location
until you are ready to install the
fireplace.
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