Paramount Curved Wallmount Electric Fireplace, BLT-999W-3-S User Manual
READ & SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSCarefully read and review before assembling, installing, operating or maintaining this product. Observe all safety instructions and information.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW WARNINGS & OPERATIONALINSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
**IMPORTANT NOTICE**Please contact our toll free hotline:1-800-561-5550[email protected]For customer service & warranty issues
Read these instructions completely before beginning installation. Failure to follow them could cause a heater malfunction resulting in serious injury and/or property damage.
WARNING: All electric heaters have hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable liquids are present.
WARNING: This electric fireplace is tested and listed for use only with the optional accessories listed in these instructions. Use of optional accessories not specifically tested for this electric fireplace could void the heater warranty and/or result in a safety hazard.
This electric fireplace meets the construction and safety standards of H.U.D. for application in manufactured homes when installed according to these instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Prior to plugging your heater into an electrical outlet, verify that the house circuit breakers for the outlet are on.
- The heater may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used. This odor is normal and it is caused by the initial heating of internal heater elements and will not occur again.
- If your heater does not emit heat, consult the operation section of this manual for further information.
- Use with a CSA or UL certified surge protector.
CAUTION:RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE HIGH TEMPERATURE
KEEP ELECTRICAL CORDS, DRAPERY AND OTHER FURNISHINGS AT LEAST 3 FEET (0.9m) FROM THE FRONT AND SIDES OF THE HEATER.
CAUTION: High temperature, risk of fire. Keep electrical cords, drapery, furnishings, and other combustibles at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front of the heater and away from the side and rear.
WARNING: Servicing should be done only while the heater is disconnected from the power supply circuit.
When using this electric fireplace, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:
- Read all instructions before using this electric fireplace.
- This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from front of heater and keep them away from sides and rear
- Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children and whenever the heater is left operating and unattended.
- Always unplug electric fireplace when not in use.
- Do not operate this electric fireplace with a damaged cord or plug or after heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any way. Return heater to authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment or repair.
- Do not use this electric fireplace outdoors.
- This electric fireplace is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate electric fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
- Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners or the like. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
- To disconnect electric fireplace, turn controls to “OFF” before removing plug from outlet.
- Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
- 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 heater.
- To prevent possible fire, do not block air intakes in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
- The electric fireplace has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable liquids are used or stored.
- Use this electric fireplace only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
- Always use properly grounded fused and polarized outlets.
- Always use ground fault protection where required by electrical codes.
- Always disconnect power before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of hester.
- To prevent a possible fire, do not burn wood or other materials in this electric fireplace.
- To prevent electric shock or fire, always hire a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required.
- When transporting or storing this electric fireplace, keep in a dry place free from excessive vibration and store as to avoid damage.
- Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip)
- DANGER-HIGH Temperatures may be generated under certain abnormal conditions. Do not partially or fully cover or obstruct the front of this heater.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not be supplied through an external switching device, such as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly switched on and off by the utility.
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LISTING APPROVALS
This heater has been tested in accordance with the CSA Standards for fixed and location-dedicated electric room heaters in the United States and Canada. If you need assistance during installation, please contact your local dealer.
Note: This heater must be electrically wired and grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian Electric Code, CSAC22.1 as appropriate.
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
LOCATING FIREPLACE
WARNING: Due to high temperatures, this electric fireplace should be located out of traffic. Keep combustible materials such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front of the heater.
WARNING: Never locate this electric fireplace where it may fallinto a bathtub or other water container.
CAUTION: Do not expose the electric fireplace to the elements(such as rain, etc.)
CAUTION: Wear gloves and safety glasses for protection duringinstallation and maintenance.
WARNING: To prevent contact with sagging or loose insulation, the electric fireplace must not be installed against vapor barrier or exposed insulation. Localized overheating could occur and a fire could result.
UNPACKING AND TESTING FIREPLACE
Carefully remove the unit from the box. Prior to installing the unit, test to make sure the unit operates properly. To do this, plug the unit’s power supply cord into a conveniently located 120-Volt grounded outlet.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This insert is for use on 120 Volts.The cord has a plug as shown in (A) of Figure 2 given below.Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip)
To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, then remove the plug from outlet.
INSTALLATION
FINISHING CHECKLIST
> Power supply service must be completed prior to finishing to avoid reconstruction.> Heater vents and air openings cannot be covered in any circumstances.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Once the unit has been properly connected to a grounded electrical outlet, it is ready to operate.Note: Ensure the house circuit breakers for the power supply are turned on.
Main Power Switch:The Main Power Switch is located on the right side of the unit. Figure 4 illustrates the location of the switch. The “I” indicates ON and “O” indicates OFF. Push the switch to “I” to turn on the unit and the flame effect. The red LED Indicator will be turned on.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
To reset the Heater
The appliance is fitted with a protection system. The heater includes a protection system that shuts off the heater if it overheats for any reason:
- Turn unit to off
- Unplug unit wait 5 minutes
- Plugin and turn on.
- Remote control functions
In order to protect the product from becoming too hot, there is an 8 second delay when turning on the heater, also there is an 8 second delay when turning off the heater fan.
MAINTENANCE
MaintenanceWarning: Before any maintenance and /or cleaning the exterior of the fireplace, disconnect the unit from the socket and leave to cool.
Remote Handset Battery Replacement: This remote control includes the battery, Make sure the batteries are installed correctly in the remote control.
Cleaning the fireplaceThe area around the fireplace should be kept free of any materials such as lint or house dust. You can clean the outside of the appliance with a soft damp. Do not use furniture or metal polish.Warning: An authorized service representative should perform any other servicing.
Preparation for MaintenanceWARNING: Always disconnect the power and allow the electric fireplace to cool completely before performing any cleaning, maintenance or relocation of this electric fireplace. Turn all controls to OFF and remove plug from outlet or turn off the house circuit breaker to electric fireplace receptacle.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
WARNING: Turn off the fireplace completely and let cool before servicing.
IMPORTANT
For questions, concerns or problems with our product please email our customer service department: [email protected] or call 1-800-561-5550.DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE REQ UIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.
WARRANTYThis product is inspected, tested and carefully packaged to minimize the chance of damage during shipment. If a part (excluding light bulbs, glass and fuses*) within one year from the date of purchase proves to be defective in material or fabrication under normal use, the part will be repaired or replaced. The Company’s obligation under the warranty is to replace or repair defective parts at our discretion. Any expenses or damage resulting from the installation, removal or transportation of the product will be the responsibility of the owner and are not covered by this warranty. The owner assumes all other risks arising from the use or misuse of the product. The warranty will be void if the product damage or failure is deemed by the Company to be caused by accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, incorrect installation or removal, or connection to an incorrect power source by the owner. The Company neither assumes, nor authorizes any person or entity to assume for it any obligation or liability associated with its products. Light bulbs and fuses are not covered under this warranty. If you have any questions regarding the warranty or service, please call our toll free number: 1-800-561-5550.
Customer ServiceJR Home ProductsUnit 306 – 19100 Airport Way, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 0E2Toll Free: 1-800-561-5550E-mail: [email protected]
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Registration can be completed online at www.jrhome.com or by mailing this form.
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