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Figure 3 illustrates a variety of ways the heater may
be located in a room. The heater may be installed
directly on the floor or raised on a hearth.
LOCATINg FIREPLACE
WARNING: Due to high tem-
peratures, this heater should
be located out of traffic. Keep
combustible materials such
as furniture, pillows, bedding,
papers, clothes and curtains at
least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front
of the heater.
WARNING: Never locate this
heater where it may fall into a bath-
tub or other water container.
NOTICE: Minimum and maximum
clearances must be maintained at
all times. Illustrations throughout
these instructions reflect typical
installations and are for design
purposes only. Actual installa-
tions may vary slightly due to
individual preferences.
WARNING: To prevent
contact with sagging or loose
insulation, the heater must not
be installed against vapor barrier
or exposed insulation. Localized
overheating could occur and a
fire could result.
CAUTION: Do not expose the
heater to the elements (such as
rain, etc.)
CAUTION: Wear gloves and
safety glasses for protection
during installation and main-
tenance.
Figure 3 - Heater Locations
UNPACkINg AND
TESTINg FIREPLACE
Carefully remove the unit from the box. Prior
to permanently installing the unit, test to make
sure the unit operates properly. To do this, plug
the unit's power supply cord into a conveniently
located 120-volt grounded outlet.
CAUTION; The unit's power
supply cord must be connected
to a properly grounded and pro-
tected 120-volt outlet. Always
use ground fault protection
where required by the electri
-
cal code.
WARNING: Do not operate
the unit if it is damaged or has
malfunctioned. If you suspect
the unit is damaged, return the
unit to an authorized service
facility for examination, electri-
cal or mechanical adjustment
or repair.
