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. RISK OF FIRE! To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intake or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces where openings may become blocked. RISK OF FIRE! Do not blow or place insulation against the fireplace. This electric fireplace is tested and listed for use only with the approved optional accessories. Use of optional accessories not specifically tested for this electric fireplace could void the warranty and/or result in a safety hazard. If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors in the vicinity of this or any other fireplace. This appliance must remain removable from the enclosure. The appliance may be hardwired, but it is recommended that it be plugged into a standard outlet using the supplied power cord. This appliance must not be sealed around the front facing. Fireplace vents located on the front and back of this electric fireplace cannot, in any way, be covered as it may create a fire hazard. BEfOrE iNsTallaTiON Select a suitable location that is not susceptible to moisture and is away from drapes, furniture and high traffic areas. NOTE: follow all national and local electrical codes. This appliance can be installed into either an existing appliance opening or as new construction / renovation. ExisTiNg appliaNCE iNsTallaTiON thoroughly clean out the existing appliance and hearth area. plan the power supply. if an existing grounded outlet is near the appliance, the power cord can run behind the appliance. if the cord is not long enough to reach the outlet, a grounded extension cord minimum aWg no. 14 and rated to a minimum of 1875 watts may be used. if you plan to cut or drill a hole in the existing appliance for wiring, it is best to hire a professional to do this step in order to prevent personal injury. 3.1 minimum clearance to combustibles sides, back and top 1" 3.2 new construction or renovation 3.2.1 select a location that is not prone to moisture and is located at least 0.9 m or 3 feet away from combustible materials such as curtains or drapes, furniture, bedding, paper, etc. 3.2.2 place the appliance in selected location to see how it will look in the future. 3.2.3 Mark the desired location on the floor and store appliance in a safe, dry and dust free location. 3.2.4 frame in an opening leaving at least 1/4" (6 mm) around the edge of the appliance. any new wiring must be done in compliance with local and national codes and other applicable regulations in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or other injuries. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that you hire a professional to complete any such work. tp - installation Warning W415-0760 / 12.19.08 3.3 installing the appliance 3.3.1 once the site has been prepared, the appliance can be installed. 3.3.2 make sure the main power switch is in the "off" position. 3.3.3 plug the appliance into a 15-amp/120 volt, grounded outlet. use a csa or ul approved surge protector. 3.3.4 Push in the appliance so that the trim is against the finished mantel or wall surface. 3.4 glass ember installation ! WARNINGGlass front must be removed and the fireplaces must be installed in it’s final location before the glass embers are installed. Glass embers may have sharp edges, wear safety glasses and gloves when handling. 3.4.1 to remove the glass front, remove the two bottom screws as illustrated below. 3.4.2 lift the front up and pull forward and off. set the front in a location where it will not be knocked over or damaged. 3.4.3 carefully distribute the glass embers into the bottom tray on the front of the appliance as illustrated. 3.4.4 re-install the glass front using the two securing screws. glass frONT BOTTOm TraY 2 sCrEWs tp - glass ember Warning W415-0760 / 12.19.08 3.5 thermostat and thermal sensor installation this appliance has two options for heat control. first is a thermal controlled sensor, which comes plugged into the appliance beside the main power cord. this sensor has no user temperature set points, it will turn off the heater when the sensor reaches its pre-set point, and will only turn the heater back on when it has cooled back down below this set point. on the low setting (green light) the set point is 16°c/61°f, on medium (orange light) 22°c/72°f and on high (red light) 28°c/82°f. this small sensor can be placed anywhere in the room within the length of the sensor wire, but it should not be placed near the top or front of the appliance. placing the sensor too close to the heater area of the appliance will cause unwanted cycling of the heater. second is the option of a wall-mounted thermostat. napoleon part # W690-0001, W660-0081, or an equivalent low voltage thermostat. A wall thermostat can be used in place of the thermal control...