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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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When using electric fireplaces, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:
1.
Read all instructions before using this heater.
2.
This fireplace is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces, such as
surfaces near the heater outlet or light bulbs. Keep combustible materials such as clothes,
pillows, furniture, bedding, papers and curtains at least 3 feet from the front of this appliance.
3.
CAUTION:
Whenever the heater is left operating and unattended, extreme caution is necessary
if children or invalids are nearby.
4.
Do not install the fireplace directly on carpet or a similar surface, which may restrict air
circulation beneath the unit.
5.
Always unplug fireplace when not in use. Disconnect the heater by turning controls to off then
remove plug from outlet before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of the
fireplace.
6.
Fireplace is designed for indoor and household use only.
7.
This fireplace is not intended for use in wet locations such as bathrooms, laundry areas and
similar indoor locations. Never locate fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other water
container.
8.
If the fireplace shows any signs of damage or if the heater has malfunctioned. Return fireplace to
authorized service for examination, adjustment or repair.
9.
Do not run cord under carpeting or route cord under furniture or appliance. Do not cover cord
with throw rugs and runners. Arrange cord away from traffic areas and where it will not be
tripped over.
10.
Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may
cause an electric shock, fire, or may damage the heater.
11.
All electrical heaters have hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where
gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored or where the unit will be exposed to
flammable vapours.
12.
Always use properly grounded, fused and polarized outlets. Always use ground fault protection
where required by electrical code.
13.
Extension cord may become overheat and may cause a risk of fire. If you have to use an extension
cord, the cord shall be 16AWG minimum size and rate not less than 125V/15A or 2500 watts.
14.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
15.
CAUTION:
In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cutout, this
appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device such as a timer, or
connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.