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SimpliFire • SF-INS30-BK • 2042-980 Rev. B • 12/18
D. Location
Note:
If this unit is installed in a bathroom, it must be
protected by GFI receptacle or circuit. If receptacle is
used it must be readily accessible. This electrical ap
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pliance is not water tight. To prevent electrical shock, it
must be installed as to prevent water from entering unit. It
must be installed away from showers, tubs, or other water
sources. Never locate the appliance where it may fall into
a bathtub or other water container.
When choosing a location for your fireplace ensure that
the general rules are followed:
• For best results, install out of direct sunlight.
• Power supply service must be installed within
proximity of electric fireplace prior to finishing to
avoid reconstruction.
• See Figure 3.1 for appliance dimensions and to
determine location of appliance installation.
E. Clearance to Combustibles
Reference Figure 4.1 for minimum chase dimensions
and clearance to combustibles.
Minimum Clearance to Combustibles
Sides.......................1/2 in
Floor...........................0 in
Top.......................1-1/8 in
Back...........................0 in
Front........................36 in
Mantels..........See Figure 3.2
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Keep electrical cords, drapery,
furnishings or other combustibles at least 3 ft. (0.9 m)
from the front of the electric fireplace.
NOTE:
Do not pack insulation around the fireplace
blocking louvers.
F. Electrical Connection
WARNING! Risk of Fire, Electrical Shock and Injury!
Electrical wiring must comply with local building codes
and other applicable regulations to reduce the risk of
fire, electrical shock and injury.
A 15 AMP, 120 Volt, 60 Hz circuit with a properly ground-
ed outlet is required.
The appliance is supplied with a power cord equipped
with NEMA-5-15P plug. An adapter must be used for
connecting to a two-slot receptacle (Figure 3.3). The
green grounding wire extending from the adapter must
be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly
grounded outlet box. The adapter should not be used if
a three slot grounded receptacle is available.
Grounding
Pin
Metal Screw
Cover of Grounded
Outlet Box
Grounding
Head
C
B
A
Figure 3.3 Cord Electrical Connection
WARNING! Risk of Fire, Electrical Shock and Injury!
Ensure the power cord is not installed so that it is pinched
or against a sharp edge and ensure that the power cord is
stored or secure to avoid tripping and snagging.
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NOTE:
DO NOT OVERLAP SURROUND
WITH PERMANENT MANTEL OR OTHER
FINISHING MATERIALS. SURROUND AND
APPLIANCE MUST BE REMOVABLE IN
CASE FUTURE SERVICE IS REQUIRED.
MINIMUM VERTICAL = 0 in. from top
of surround. No limit to maximium
horizontal projection.
Figure 3.2 Mantel - Surround
Electrical Outlet Box
An outlet box may be installed in the existing solid fuel
masonry or factory built fireplace. The minimum chase
dimensions may need to be adjusted when planning this
installation. Alternatively, the supplied power cord may
be routed out through the bottom corner of the surround
to a nearby outlet.
