Vermont Casting DEFD36 - Manual (Page 3)

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Vermont Castings, Majestic Products, DEF33/36, DEFD33/ 36
Locating Your Electric Fireplace
15. This appliance has hot and arcing or sparking parts
inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint
or flammable liquids are used or stored. This
fireplace should not be used as a drying rack for
clothing, nor should Christmas stockings or
decorations be hung in the area of it.
16. Use this appliance only as described in this
manual. Any other use not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or
injury to persons.
17. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the
extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of
fire. However, if you have to use an extension cord,
the cord shall be No. 14 AWG minimum size and
rated not less than 1875 Watts. The extension cord
must be a three wire cord with grounding type plug
and cord connection. The extension cord shall not
be more than 20 feet in length.
18. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
General Information
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. This appliance is hot when in use. To avoid burns,
do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided,
use handles when moving this appliance. Keep
combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows,
bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least
3 feet (1 m) from the front of this appliance.
CAUTION: Extreme caution is necessary when any
heater is used by or near children or invalids, and
whenever the heater is left operating and unattended.
3. If possible, always unplug this appliance when not
in use.
4. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or
plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has
been dropped or damaged in any manner.
5. Any repairs to this fireplace should be carried out
by a qualified service person.
6. Under no circumstances should this fireplace be
modified. Parts having to be removed for servicing
must be replaced prior to operating this fireplace
again.
7. Do not use outdoors.
8. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never
locate this appliance where it may fall into a bathtub
or other water container.
9. Do not run cord under carpeting. 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.
10. To disconnect this appliance, turn controls to the off
position, then remove plug from outlet.
11. Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
12. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes; or, in the
absence of local codes, with the current CSA C22.1
Canadian Electrical Code; or, for U.S.A. installations,
follow local codes and the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA NO. 70.
13. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust opening, as this may cause
an electric shock or fire, or damage the appliance.
14. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes
or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft
surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become
blocked.
Your new fireplace may be installed into an existing
masonry or zero clearance fireplace. It may also be
installed using a prefabricated cabinet available from
your dealer or be built into a wall.
When choosing a location for your new fireplace, ensure
that the general instructions are followed. For best effect
install the fireplace out of direct sunlight.
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A hearth is not mandatory; however, for aesthetic
purposes, it is recommended you use a noncombustible
hearth which does not obstruct louvre opening.
Hearth
Cabinets are available from your dealer which allow for
fast, convenient installation of your fireplace against
existing walls.
Clearance to Combustibles
Cabinet Installations
Cold climate installation recommendation:
When installing this unit against a non-
insulated exterior wall or chase, it is
mandatory that the outer walls be insulated
to conform to applicable insulation codes.
Installation Instructions