Fireplace installation – Dimplex DWF1146GP User Manual

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Fireplace Installation

Site Selection and Preparation

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NOTE: A 15 Amp, 120 Volt circuit is required. A

dedicated circuit is preferred but not essential in

all cases. A dedicated circuit will be required if,

after installation, the circuit breaker trips or the

fuse blows on a regular basis when the heater is

operating. Additional appliances on the same circuit

may exceed the current rating of the circuit breaker.

CAUTION:

When the heater is in use, this product

draws a high, continuous electrical current. Not all

electric receptacles are designed to work with high,

continuous currents. If you plan on using this unit in

an old, worn, or loose receptacle, or are unsure if

the receptacle is suitable, please have it inspected

by a qualified electrician prior to using this product.

WARNINg: 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 secured to

avoid tripping or snagging to reduce the risk of

fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

Construction and electrical outlet wiring must

comply with local building codes and other

applicable regulations to reduce the risk of

fire, electric shock and injury to persons.

Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or

circuits. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or

injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician.

WARNINg: The supplied mounting bracket is

designed for use with Dimplex wall mounted

fireplaces only. Improper use, or use for purposes

other than intended, may cause damage or injury.

Installation

WARNINg: Failure to install the Sahara fireplace

as instructed below may result in damage to the

equipment and or may expose the user to the risk

of fire, serious injury, illness or death.

WARNINg: The Sahara fireplace requires the

wall mounting bracket screws to be installed into a

minimum of two wall studs (Figure 1).

Tools Required

#2 Phillips screwdriver

Pencil

Slot screwdriver

Bubble level (supplied)

Drill, and drill bits as required

Approximate time: 30 minutes for installation

Select an appropriate location to mount the unit

on a wall, above an electrical outlet. The bottom of the

unit must be a minimum of 12 inches (31 cm) above

the floor (mounting bracket 34 inches (86 cm) above

the floor). Access to the electrical outlet must be

maintained. Ensure the installation meets the national

and state/provincial electrical codes.

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NOTE: It is recommended that the bottom of the

unit not be mounted higher than 40 inches (102 cm)

from the ground (mounting bracket no higher than

62 inches (158 cm).

WARNINg: Ensure the front of the installed

unit will be at least three (3) feet (0.9 m) from

combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows,

bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains.

The wall-mounting bracket must be mounted

to at least two (2) wall studs. Studs should be

accessed through two (2) wall-bracket holes in one

of the following combinations: A&F, B&D, or C&E

(Figure 2).

Figure 1

12” - 40”

(31 cm - 102 cm)

34” - 62”

(86 cm - 158 cm)

Figure 2

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