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INSTALLING FIREPLACE
Select a suitable location that is not suscep-
tible to moisture and is away from drapes,
furniture and high traffic areas.
Note: Follow
all national and local electrical codes. This
insert can be installed into either an existing
fireplace or as new construction/renovation
.
NOTICE: Never pick unit up by
louvers. Louvers will bend.
Existing Fireplace Installation
1. Thoroughly clean out the existing fireplace
and hearth area.
2. Seal all drafts, vents or ash clean-outs
with fiberglass insulation. Seal the flue.
Once sealed, close damper to stop debris
from falling onto unit.
3. If existing fire box is susceptible to mois
-
ture, cap the top of the chimney flue to
prevent infiltration of water.
Note: It is
strongly advised that you hire a qualified
professional to undertake this step in order
to prevent personal injury. Once the flue is
capped, the chimney is no longer suitable
for wood burning. Note: Do not install this
unit into a fireplace that is prone to damp
-
ness; the area of installation must be dry
.
4. Plan the power supply. If an existing
grounded outlet is near the fireplace, the
power cord can run along the front of the
fireplace. If the cord is not long enough
to reach the outlet, a grounded extension
cord minimum AWG No. 14 and rated to
a minimum of 1875 watts may be used. If
you plan to cut or drill a hole in the exist-
ing fireplace for wiring, it is best to hire
a professional to do this step in order to
prevent personal injury. To reduce the risk
of fire, do not run the power cord under
rugs, carpets, etc. Arrange the power
supply cord away from high traffic areas
where it may pose a tripping hazard.
WARNING: The solid fuel/gas
fireplace has been converted for
use with an electric insert and
cannot be used for original fuels
unless all original parts have
been replaced and the fireplace
has been reapproved by the au-
thority having jurisdiction.
INSTALLATION
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE! The
power cord must not be pinched
or against a sharp edge. Secure
cord to avoid tripping or snagging
to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock or personal injury.
Do not run cord under carpet-
ing. Do not cover cord with
throw rugs, runners or the like.
Arrange cord away from traffic
areas and where it will not be
tripped over.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
To prevent a possible fire, do
not block air intake or exhaust
in any manner. Do not use on
soft surfaces where openings
may become blocked.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Do not blow or place insulation
against the firebox.
WARNING: This heater is
tested and listed for use only
with the approved optional ac-
cessories. Use of optional ac-
cessories not specifically tested
for this heater could void the
heater warranty and/or result in
a safety hazard.
WARNING: If the informa-
tion in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing
property damage, personal in-
jury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors in
the vicinity of this or any other
heater.
