NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.
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MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUS-
TIBLES
Mantel Clearance:
Combustible and Non-com-
bustible mantels may be installed at any height
above the top of the face of fi replace.
Cat. No. H3427
Model: MPE-33R
Description: Merit Plus Electric Fireplace,
33”
Radiant
Shipping Weight: 81 lb.'s (36.75 KG)
Packaging:
41” x 17 3/4” x 33 1/2”
(1040 mm x 451 mm x 850 mm)
14.1 cu. ft.
Power Requirements:
(120 Volt, 60 Hz.)
Rated Wattage - 1600 Watts
Amperage - 13.33 Amps
(240 Volt, 60 Hz.)
Rated Wattage - 3000 Watts
Amperage - 12.5 Amps
Blower CFM: 83 CFM
(120 V): 5,461 BTU/HR
(240 V): 10,239 BTU/HR
FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS
Sides:
0 mm - 0 inches
Floor:
0 mm - 0 inches
Top:
0 mm - 0 inches
PRE-INSTALLATION
Before You Start
Check appliance for any concealed damage.
DETAILED INSTALLATION STEPS
1. Complete the framing opening to the dimen-
sions specifi ed in
Figure 2
.
2. Ensure that there is a minimum of 8" of
service cable for connection to the junction
box on the fi replace. Remove the outer jacket
and strip the individual wires 1/2" from the
end.
3. Loosen the screw securing the junction box
cover and remove the cover.
4. Position the fi replace into the framed-in
opening. Attach fi replace to frame using
nailing fl anges provided.
5. Complete the wiring to the fi replace for the
appropriate voltage (120 V or 240 V), as
shown on
Pages 10 & 11.
Wires L1, L2, N
& G are attached to the rear of the junction
box cable clamp for easy access.
Table 2
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Refer to the electrical diagrams on
Pages 10
to 14
.
This appliance is an electric fi replace designed
to be framed in with combustible materials (up
to the edge of the appliance). A drywall lip at
the top of the fi replace and 4 nailing fl anges
on the sides of the appliance is provided to
facilitate installation.
6. Wire a dedicated, properly fused circuit with
an Amp rating for the appropriate voltage
(120 V - 15 Amps or 240 V - 20 Amps). A
dedicated circuit is required to prevent over-
loading a house circuit in cases of having
multiple appliances on the same circuit.
Use an outlet that is protected by a ground
fault circuit interrupter where required by
electrical code.
7. (If applicable) Make wall mount wall switch
or wall thermostat connections as outlined
on
Pages 11 & 12.
8. Place all connectors inside the fi replace and
replace the junction box cover, ensuring
that the cable clamp grips only the jacket
of service, and if applicable, wall switch or
thermostat lines.
9. Perform a function test. See
Manual Control
Panel Operation
on
Page 6
and
Remote
Control Operation
on
Page 7.
Hearth Protection:
A hearth is not mandatory,
but it is recommended for aesthetic purposes.
Secure the hearth extension to the fl oor to
prevent possible shifting. Do no block the air-
fl ow beneath the appliance (read the following
WARNING).
WARNING
To prevent contact with sag-
ging or loose insulation, the
appliance must not be installed
against vapor barriers or exposed
insulation. Localized overheat-
ing could occur and a fi re coudld
result. Insulation and a vapor
barrier should be placed a
minimum of 2 inches from the
appliance.
WARNING
This appliance is mounted on
rubber feet to ensure adequate
air circulation beneath fi replace.
Do not block airfl ow at the bottom
air intakes.
IMPORTANT
Cold climate installation recom-
mendation: when installing this
fi replace against a non-insulated
exterior wall or chase, it is
mandatory that the outer walls
be insulated to conform to appli-
cable insulation codes.
WARNING
Electrical wiring must comply
with local building codes and
other applicable regulations to
reduce the risk of fi re, electrical
shock and injury to individuals.
IMPORTANT
Any electrical re-wiring of this
appliance must be done by a
qualifi ed electrician.
WARNING
Do not use this fi replace if any
part of it has been underwater.
Immediately call a qualified
service technician to inspect the
fi replace and replace any part of
the electrical system which has
been under water.