User Manual Ameriwood Home 1766196PCOM Carson Electric Fireplace TV Console

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Table of contents

• IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
• INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
• MAINTENANCE
• OPERATING INSTRUCTION
• 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and/or injury including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using this heater.
2. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving this heater.
DANGER: High temperature may be generated under certain abnormal conditions. Do not partially or fully cover or obstruct the front of the heater.
WARNING: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the heater. It cannot be used in a closet.
3. CAUTION: The appliance should not be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities.
4. Children should be advised not to play with the appliance.
5. Always unplug this appliance when not in use.
6. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
7. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, it’s service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
8. Any repairs to this fireplace should be carried out by a qualified service person.
9. Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified. Parts having to be removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating this fireplace again.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. To disconnect this appliance, turn controls to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.
14. Connect to properly grounded outlet only.
15. This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code or for USA installations, follow local codes and the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA NO.70.
16. There is a protective thermostat limiter inside the heater. When the inner temperature over heat, the thermostat limiter will shut off the power supply to avoid the risk of fire damage to the appliance.
17. The heaters must not be located immediately below a socket-outlet.
18. 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 appliance.
19. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like bed, where opening may become blocked
20. This appliance has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored. This fireplace should not be used as a drying rack for clothing. Christmas stockings or decorations should not be hung in area of it.
21. Use this appliance only as described in the manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
22. Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptable. Never use with an extension cord or reloadable power tap (outlet/power strip).

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION

Position your completed mantel close to its final location. Make sure you can access the back of the mantel as your electric fireplace appliance will be installed from back.

Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove the screws and the metal mounting center opening. Next unpack the electric fireplace appliance carefully. Position the appliance behind the fireplace with front facing the wood mantel. With the help of an adult assistant, lift the appliance and gently slide it into the opening in the mantel. Make sure the appliance is centered left and right in the opening. Be careful when placing appliance and adjusting, bottom of appliance could scratch the finish of the base/hearth of your fireplace. Re-attach the mounting brackets with the Phillips head screwdriver, and supplied screws.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. With the help of an assistant, carefully lift completed unit and place it with the front facing out in the final location you have chosen for your fireplace. Make sure to secure the electrical cord before lifting or moving completed fireplace. When choosing a final location, make sure you will have clear access to grounded electrical outlet.

Grounding Instructions:

This heater is for use on 120 volts. The cord has a plug as shown at (A) in figure 1.An adapter as shown at (C) is available for connecting three-blade grounding-type plugs to two-slot receptacles. The green grounding lug extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. The adapter should not be used if a three-slot grounded receptacle is available.

NOTE: Adapters are NOT for use in Canada

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

The unit comes standard with 6 feet (1.8M) three wire cord, exiting from the rear of the fireplace. Plan the installation to avoid the use of an extension cord.

CLEANING TRIM

Clean the metal trim using a soft cloth, slightly dampened with citrus oil based product and buff with a clean soft cloth. DO NOT use brass polish or household cleaners as these products will damage the metal trim. Citrus oil based products can be obtained at supermarkets or hardware stores.

MAINTENANCE

The motors used on the fan and the flame generator assembly are pre-lubricated for extended bearing life and require no further lubrication. However, periodic cleaning/vacuuming of the fan/heater unit is recommended. Make sure the unit is turn OFF and unplugged whenever you are cleaning the heater of fireplace

WARNING: Make sure the power is turned off before proceeding. Any electrical repairs or rewiring of this unit should be carried out by a licensed electrician in accordance with national and locate codes. If repairing or replacing any electrical component or wiring, the original wire routing, color coding and securing locations must be followed.

WARNING: Electric outlet wiring must comply with local building codes and other applicable regulations to reduce risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons.

WARNING: Do not use this fireplace if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace and replace any part of the electrical system.

WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury.

WARNING: During any service of this appliance, the power to the unit must be turned off, Always remember to remove the electrical plug from the wall outlet.

OPERATING INSTRUCTION

FLAME / HEATER CONTROL SWITCH

Flame / Heater control switch can be access at upper-right corner of the appliance

OPERATION INSTRUCTION WITHOUT REMOTE

FLAME (A)

The FLAME control switch turn the flame and the ember bed on and off. When in ON position, the flame and the ember bed turn on. They will turn off when in OFF position.

HEATER (B)

The HEATER control switch turns the heater on and off. When in ON position, the heater works and the light on the switch turns on. They will turn off when in OFF position

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

BASIC WARRANTY

Our electrical fireplace is free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of one year from date of purchase, subject to the following conditions and limitations.

1. This electric fireplace must be installed and operated at all times in accordance with the installation and operating instructions furnished with the product, Any unauthorized repair, alteration, willful abuse, accident, or misuse of the product shall nullify this warranty.

2. This warranty is non-transferable, and is made to the original owner, provided that the purchase was made through an authorized supplier of the company.

3. The warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of parts found to be defective in material or workmanship, provided that such part(s) have been subjected to normal conditions of use and service, after said defect si confirmed by the Company’s inspection.

4. The Company may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligation with respect to this warranty by refunding the wholesale price of the defective part(s).

5. Any installation, labor, construction, transportation, or other related costs/expenses arising from defective part(s),repair, replacement, or otherwise of same, will not be covered by this warranty, nor shall the Company assume responsibility for same.

6. The owner/user assumes all other risks, if any, including the risk of any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage arising out of the use, or inability to use the product, except as provided by law.

7. All other warranties-expressed of implied-with respect to the product, its components and accessories, or any obligation/liabilities on the part of the Company are hereby expressly included.

8. The Company neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume, on its behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the sale of our product.

9. The warranties as outlined within this document do not apply to non our accessories used in conjunction with the installation of this product. This warranty is void if :

a. The fireplace is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation.

b. Any unauthorized alteration, willful abuse, accident, or misuse of the product.

c. You do not have the original receipt of purchase.