Fireplace Installation; Site Selection - Dimplex BLF50 El Manual Del Propietario

Fireplace Installation

Site Selection

Review and consider all of the fol-
lowing conditions for installation:
• Dimensions of the unit: 50
(128cm) x 19½"(49.5cm)
• Unit requires a minimum of two
wall studs in order to ensure a
secure installation
Three possible installation meth-
ods:
• Surface mount (pg. 12); In-wall
Recessed (pg. 13); or Flush
mount (pg. 15)
• Hardwired or plug-in method
CAUTION: Ensure installation
does not allow fireplace to be in
direct contact with building vapor
barrier or insulation and meets all
local building code.
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NOTE 1: A 15 Amp, 120 Volt
circuit is required. A dedicated
circuit is preferred but not essen-
tial in all cases. A dedicated circuit
will be required if, after installa-
tion, the circuit breaker trips or
fuse blows on a regular basis
when the heater is operating. Ad-
ditional appliances on the same
circuit may exceed the current
rating of the circuit breaker.
WARNING: Ensure the power
cord is not installed so that it is
pinched or against a sharp edge
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and ensure that the power cord
is stored or secured to avoid
tripping or snagging to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock or
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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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk
of fire, do not store or use gaso-
line or other flammable vapors or
liquids in the vicinity of the heater.
1. Select a location that is not
susceptible to moisture and
is away from drapes, furniture
and high traffic.
2. For ease of electrical hook up
you may wish to locate the
fireplace near an existing outlet
(for plug-in convenience) (refer
to NOTE 1).
3. Remove fireplace, front glass
and hardware from box and
remove all packaging materials
before installation.
4. Store the fireplace in a safe,
dry and dust free location until
you are ready to install the
fireplace.
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