Vermont Casting HEF36 - Manual (Page 3)

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Installation Instructions
General
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
(914mm) from the front of this appliance.
3. CAUTION: Extreme caution is necessary when
any heater is used by or near children or
invalids and whenever the heater is left operat-
ing unattended.
4. If possible always unplug this appliance when not in
use.
5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or
plug or after the appliance malfunctions, has been
dropped or damaged in any manner.
6. Any repairs to this appliance should be carried out
by a qualified service person.
7. Under no circumstances should this appliance be
modified. Parts having to be removed for servicing
must be replaced prior to operating this stove
again.
8. Do not use outdoors.
9. 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.
10.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.
11.To disconnect this appliance, turn controls to the off
position, then remove plug from outlet.
12.Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
13.This appliance, when installed must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes, with the
current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical codes or for
USA installations, follow local codes and the
National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70.
14.Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an
electric shock, fire or damage the appliance.
15.To prevent possible fire, do not block air intakes or
exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft sur-
faces, like a bed, where openings may become
blocked.
16.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 appli-
ance should not be used as a drying rack for cloth-
ing, nor should Christmas stockings or decorations
be hung on or near it.
17.Use this appliance only as described in this manual.
Any other use not recommended by the manufac-
turer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to per-
sons.
18.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 14 ga minimum size and rated not
less than 2025 Watts. The extension cord must be
a three wire cord with grounding type plug and cord
connector. The extension cord shall not be more
than 20 feet (6m) in length.
19.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Locating Your Fireplace
Your new fireplace may be installed in a prefabricated
cabinet available from your dealer.
When choosing a location for your new fireplace,
ensure the general instructions are followed. Also, for
best effect install the fireplace out of direct sunlight.
Clearance to Combustibles
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Cabinet Installations
Cabinets are available from your dealer which allow for
fast, convenient installation of your fireplace against
existing walls.
For instructions on handling and assembly of your cab-
inet, refer to separate installation instructions that
come with the cabinet.