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26D4750
MCUF Series Vent-Free Firebox
OpTIONAL EqUIpMENT
BRASS OR CHROME TRIM
Optional brass trim kits can be used with unit when installed
as a free standing fireplace with wood surround.
OpTIONAL WIDE CANOpY
The optional wide canopy can be installed. See installation
instructions provided with kit.
FORCED AIR kIT
(BLOTMC)
If you are installing the forced air kit, Model BLOTMC,
on 36MCUF or 42MCUF models, refer to the installation
instructions provided with the kit for electrical wiring require-
ments, or the blower installation section. The firebox must
be connected to main power supply at time of firebox instal-
lation. The blower must be installed prior to the installation
of the vent-free heater. The electrical connections must
be made before the firebox is framed and enclosed in the
finished walls.
Any of the original wire as supplied with the fireplace must
be replaced. Contact dealer for proper replacement wiring
harness.
(see parts list for part number)
. 120 volts, 60Hz,
1 amp.
Electrical power cord (plug) can be routed to exit the
36MCUF/42MCUF on either the left side or the right side.
Remove cord protector from side of unit, route power cord
through hole opposite side. Reinstall cord protector.
IMpORTANT:
Always check local building codes. The
installation must comply with local regulations as well as
the national electric
codes.
Electrical connections should only
be performed by a qualified, licensed
electrician, main power must be off when
connecting to main electrical power supply
or performing service.
The blower when installed, must be
electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes or in the absence of local
codes, with the National Electrical Code
ANSI Z.223.1/NFpA 70.
W
ARNING
W
ARNING
This fireplace has a three-prong, grounded
electrical plug. This plug helps protect you
against electrical shock. Only connect
plug to a properly grounded, three-prong
receptacle. Do not cut or remove the
grounded prong from this plug.
W
ARNING
Never attempt to service heater while it is
plugged in, operating, or hot. Burns and/or
electrical shock could result.
110/115V AC
OFF
Fan Switch
ON
Black
White
Green
Thermostat
Control
Blower
Motor
Black
FP2847
BLOTMC wiring
Figure 20 -
BLOTMC Wiring Diagram
JUNCTION BOx WIRING
1. This should be done before framing the fireplace. Wire
the receptacle into an electrical circuit. Wire with mini-
mum 60° C wire in accordance with prevailing codes.
2. Remove the external junction box cover by removing
the screw from the side of the outside firebox wall.
Junction box was installed at the factory.
3. The junction box cover has a factory installed “romex”
style strain relief connector. After connecting the wires,
route the wire leads through this connector. Refer to
the wiring diagram in
Figure 21.
FP1912
Junction box wiring
8/08
Figure 21 -
Junction Box Wiring Diagram
Junction Box
Factory Supplied
Not Supplied
120V AC
60Hz
