36 IN.ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
MODEL#W36BCFW
SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or Install the product.
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to person including the following:
- Read the manufactures instructions completely before using this appliance.
- This appliance will become hot when in use, To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surface. The grill at the top of this heater particular will become hot when the heater is active. Take special care not to block the air intake or exhaust vents.
- Extreme caution is necessary when the appliance is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the heater is left operating and unattended.
- Do not operate the heater if the power cord or plug has been damaged or the heater has been damaged or malfunctioned in any way. Take the appliance to an authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment or repair.
- Do not use outdoors.
- This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor Locations. Never located heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
- To disconnect the appliance, turn all controls “OFF”, and then remove the plug from the electrical outlet.
- The appliance comes equipped with a 3 prong-grounding plug. Do not cut the grounding prong. Connect to properly grounded 120V outlets only.
- Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust openings as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the appliance.
- 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 opening may become blocked.
- All electrical heaters have hot and arching or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used for stored or where the appliance will be exposed to flammable vapors.
- Avoid using the appliance with an extension cord. Extension cords may overheat and cause a risk of fire, if an extension cord MUST be used, the cord must be No.16AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 Watts. The extension cord must be a 3-prong cord with grounding type plug and cord connection and should not exceed 20″(6m) in Length.
- When transporting or storing the heater, take care to keep both the unit and power cord/ plug dry, free from excessive vibration and away from heater sources.
- Use the heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacture may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
- Do not attempt to burn wood or other materials in this heater.
PREPARATION
This heater is for use on 120 Volts. The heater has a 3-prong grounded plug (Figure 2.A), If your electrical outlet has only 2 slots (Figure 2. B), you will have to use an adapter (Figure 2.C) to convert from the 3-prong power cord to a 2-slot receptacle. The green grounding plug extending from the adapter must be securely connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. The adapter should only be used if a proper 3-slot receptacle is not available.NOTE: Adapters are not allowed for use in Canada.
GROUNDING PIN
(A) (B)
1 COVER OF GROUNDING OUTLET BOX2 MATEL SCREW
3 NOT ALLOWED IN CANADA4 GROUNDING MEANS5 ADAPTER
A 15 AMP circuit is required to operate this appliance. If the breaker trips when the appliance is running, you may need to move the appliance to another location or unplug other appliances that are on the same circuit.
Pre-Assembly
HARDWARE INCLUDED
AA BB CC DD
EE
Part | Description | Quantity |
AA | Anchor Screw | 16 |
BB | Anchor Screw | 12 |
CC | Anchor Screw | 24 |
DD | Wall Anchor | 24 |
EE | Mounting Hinge | 4 |
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage | 120VAC, 60Hz |
Amps | 12.5 Amps |
Watts | 1500Watts |
PLANNING ASSEMBLY
Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with Hardware included and package contents lists. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble, install or operate the product. Contact customer service for replacement parts.
Package contents
Part | Description | Quantity |
A | MountingBracket (Pre-Attached) |
1 |
B | Fireplace |
1 |
C | Front Frame |
1 |
D | Remote |
1 |
Installation Options
The fireplace can be installed with 3 options:
- Wall hanging with provided mounting bracket.
- Built in construction.
- Assembly with mantel.
Follow installation instructions below based on installation preference.
Option 1 (Wall Hanging)
Option 2 (Built in)
Installation – Wall hanging
First, Remove the Mounting BracketRemove the Mounting Bracket(A) from the back of the Fireplace(B) by removing the two pre-attached Screws (AA) at the top back of the unit.
Installation – Built in Construction
Fasten the Mounting hinges(EE) with Screws(AA)
Operation
The fireplace can be operated by either the remote control or the control panel.
Warning:Like with any remote control unit, the remote control unit included with your fireplace may unwantedly affect or control other electric products such as TVs. If this occurs, you can change the encryption on your fireplace remote so that it will not affect other products. To change the settings on your fireplace remote, hold down the Timer button on the fireplace remote for 3 seconds. To test, use your fireplace remote and see if your other products are still affected. If so, you may change your fireplace remote to a third encryption by again holding down the Timer button on the remote for 3 seconds. To test this third encryption setting, use your fireplace remote and see if your other products are still affected. To get back to the original encryption setting, hold down the Timer button on the fireplace remote for 3 seconds.
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTION |
Simulated flame is dim or not presenting |
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The appliance turns of and will not turn back on |
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The appliance does not turn on when the appliance setup to be “ON” | 1. The overheat protection device in the appliance has been triggered. | 1. Turn off and unplug the appliance, allow the insert to cool down for at least 10 minutes, then plug in and restart. |
Remove Control does not work |
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