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SIDELINE® OUTDOOR/INDOOR ELECTRIC FIREPLACE 

HEATER 

Model # :  80017 

 

OWNER’S MANUAL 

 

 

 

 

Sideline® Outdoor/Indoor 

50”

 

Recessed Electric Fireplace 

 

AC 110-120V  60Hz  1500W 

 

 

WARNING

 

Read and understand

 

this entire owner’s manual, including 

all safety 

information

, before

 plugging in

 or

 using

 this product. Failure to do so could 

result in 

fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury.

 

 

 

CAUTION

 

Keep this owner’s manual

 for future reference.  If you sell or give this 

product away, 

make sure this manual accompanies this product

 
 

 

Summary of Contents for Sideline 80017

Page 1: ...500W WARNING Read and understand this entire owner s manual including all safety information before plugging in or using this product Failure to do so could result in fire electric shock or serious personal injury CAUTION Keep this owner s manual for future reference If you sell or give this product away make sure this manual accompanies this product ...

Page 2: ...Sideline Outdoor Indoor Electric Fireplace www touchstonehomeproducts com 800 215 1990 rev 20190206 2 ...

Page 3: ... and Hardware 7 Unpacking and Setup 7 Wiring 8 Hard Wire Connection 9 Installation 10 Choosing Installation Location 10 Removing The Front Panel 11 Recessed Installation 13 Wall Mounted Installation 15 Installing the Crystal Embers and Drift Wood Logs 18 Installing the Crystal Embers 18 Installing the Drift Wood Logs 18 Reinstalling The Front Panel 19 Operating Fireplace 21 Power 21 Methods of Ope...

Page 4: ...t the control compartments are kept clean Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified Do not operate the fireplace with the glass panel removed cracked or broken Keep the packaging material out of the reach of children As with all plastic bags these are not toys and should be kept away from children and infants Servicing should only be done while the fireplace is disconnected from the...

Page 5: ...ed and grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with National Electric Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition in the United States or the Canadian Electric Code CSA C22 1 in Canada Fireplace Specifications Model Number 80017 Description Sideline Outdoor Indoor 50 Voltage 120v AC Watts Max 1500W Amps 15 AMP Fireplace Width 50 Fireplace Height 17 Fireplace Depth 5 Shipping ...

Page 6: ...Sideline Outdoor Indoor Electric Fireplace www touchstonehomeproducts com 800 215 1990 rev 20190206 6 Dimensional Drawings 80017 Sideline Outdoor Indoor 50 Dimensions ...

Page 7: ...ors Remote Control Wall Mount Bracket attached to back of fireplace Crystal Embers Large and Small Plastic Tray Faux Fire Log Unpacking and Setup Unpacking Instructions Remove all parts and hardware from the carton and place them on a clean soft dry surface Check the parts list to make sure no parts are missing If parts are missing please contact technical support at 800 215 1990 for replacement p...

Page 8: ...other appliances on the same circuit before the next use Avoid plugging other appliances into the same circuit as this fireplace Always check the fireplace plug and connections before each use Never plug this fireplace into an outlet that is cracked or has any loose wires or connections Plugging this fireplace into a faulty outlet could result in the outlet overheating or catching fire Make sure t...

Page 9: ...the current CSA C22 1 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in Canada A Remove the cover plate from the right side B Remove the wire connectors from the power bottom of the appliance by removing the three cord Keep power cord in case needed in future screws as shown above Save screws for Installation of new cover plate C Remove the power cable and wires from the cover plate Thread your wiring through the hole ...

Page 10: ...eplace against a vapor barrier or exposed insulation Choosing Installation Location Choosing Wall Location Measure wall location to ensure that fireplace will fit on desired wall location Minimum clearances measurements taken from front of glass panel Bottom of Fireplace to Floor 6 Top of Fireplace 0 Sides of Fireplace 0 Back of Fireplace 0 Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is lo...

Page 11: ...ior to installation Please remove glass panel as per instructions below Instructions 1 There are 2 screws that hold the front panel on the fireplace one on the far left and one on the far right side of the fireplace Remove both screws as shown below 2 Once the 2 mounting screws are removed lift and pull the metal front trim panel away from the fireplace ...

Page 12: ...rev 20190206 12 Removing The Front Panel cont 3 Remove the left and right trim pieces that secure the glass panel in place as shown below 4 Once the trim pieces are removed remove the glass panel CAUTION It is recommended that 2 people remove the glass panel to minimize chance of breakage ...

Page 13: ...l etc as you would finish any other outside wall of your home This will ensure that clearance to combustibles is maintained within the wall cavity Never install fireplace into load bearing walls When recessing fireplace in a wall recess into non load bearing walls ONLY Instructions 1 Choose a location in the wall to install fireplace 2 Create opening in the wall that is no more than larger than wi...

Page 14: ...stonehomeproducts com 800 215 1990 rev 20190206 14 Recessed Installation cont 3 Have two people lift the firebox and place the firebox in the opening within the wall Attach the firebox to the framing studs with 4 wood screws 2 on each side as shown below ...

Page 15: ...l accommodate the fireplace 2 With front panel removed see p 11 for instructions on removing front panel have two people hold the fireplace against the wall to determine the final location Mark the location on the wall 3 Remove the screws on both sides with a Phillips head screwdriver then remove the wall bracket The bracket must be held tightly while screws are being removed to avoid them from fa...

Page 16: ...the holes preferably lining up with 3 studs When hanging the wall bracket it is recommended to fasten the mounting bracket to 3 studs If fastening to 3 studs no drywall anchors would need to be used If fastening to only 2 studs then 3 drywall anchors would need to be used to fasten the mounting bracket to the wall Note The minimum height from the bottom of the fireplace once hung on the wall to th...

Page 17: ... go into 2 studs 3 drywall anchors will be needed Tap the drywall anchors into the wall until they are flush with the drywall surface 7 Align the holes in the wall bracket with the pilot holes and drywall anchors Thread wood screws into the holes in the wall bracket and then directly into the wall studs and or drywall anchors Make sure the bracket is level and tighten all screws securely 8 Once th...

Page 18: ...ll place crystal embers or fire log in the fireplace Installing the Crystal Embers 1 Place plastic tray strip in fireplace above the LED lights as shown in the diagram to the right 2 Carefully place crystal embers on plastic strip as illustrated in the picture to the right Apply an even layer from side to side Installing the Drift Wood Logs 1 Place faux fire log in the fireplace as shown below ...

Page 19: ...eproducts com 800 215 1990 rev 20190206 19 Reinstalling The Front Panel Once completed installing crystal embers or fire log you are now ready to reinstall the front panel 1 Reinstall the glass panel on the firebox and secure trim pieces that hold glass in place ...

Page 20: ...ront Panel cont 2 Once the glass panel is in place reinstall the black metal frame panel and securing with locking screws To reinstall the glass panel align the black metal frame panel with the firebox A and push the frame panel down to lock the panel in place B Your Sideline Outdoor Indoor fireplace is now ready for use ...

Page 21: ...l functions turn off TIMER TIMER button Control time settings to turn off fireplace at selected time Settings range from 0 5 hours to 7 5 hours 1 Press once Indicator light turns on Timer is set to 0 5 hours 2 Press again until desired setting is reached Indicator lights show setting FLAME button Makes flame effects dimmer or brighter NOTE Flame effect stays on until power button is turned off Fla...

Page 22: ... free cloth NEVER use abrasive cleansers liquid sprays or any cleaner that could scratch the surface Vents Use a vacuum or duster to remove dust and dirt from the heater and vent areas Plastic Wipe gently with a slightly damp cloth and a mild solution of dish soap and warm water NEVER use abrasive cleansers liquid sprays or any cleaner that could scratch the surface Maintenance RISK OF ELECTRIC SH...

Page 23: ...ace to make a warranty claim Warranty coverage begins on the date of purchase The factory warranty is non transferrable Touchstone Home Products Inc does not cover damages caused by abuse accident alterations lack of maintenance misuse or neglect Parts installed from other manufacturers will void the warranty Touchstone will repair or replace any fireplace or fireplace part that is deemed defectiv...

Page 24: ...Sideline Outdoor Indoor Electric Fireplace www touchstonehomeproducts com 800 215 1990 rev 20190206 24 Affix Serial Number Label Here ...

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