FMI EL36LD User manual

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ELECTRIC FIREPLACE/INSERT

SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

Patent No. 7,219,456 B1

MODEL EL36LD

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING

AND USING APPLIANCE.

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not fol-

lowed exactly, an electrical shock or re may result caus-

ing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

— Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable va-

pors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

— Installation and service must be performed by a

qualied service agency.

This replace meets the construction and safety stan-

dards of H.U.D. for application in manufactured homes

when installed according to these instructions.

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.

CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

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SAFETY

WARNING: Improper installa-

tion, adjustment, alteration, ser-

vice or maintenance can cause

injury or property damage. Refer

to this manual. For assistance or

additional information, consult

a qualied installer.

CAUTION: Do not expose the

heater to the elements (such as

rain, etc).

Do not place clothing or other

ammable material on or near

rebox. Never place any objects

on the replace.

Carefully supervise young chil-

dren when they are in the room

with replace.

Fireplace becomes very hot

when running. Keep children and

adults away from hot surfaces to

avoid burns or clothing ignition.

Fireplace will remain hot for a

time after shutdown. Allow sur-

faces to cool before touching.

Do not install replace directly

on carpet or similar surface

which may restrict air circulation

beneath unit.

When using electrical heaters, basic precau-

tions should always be followed to reduce

the risk of re, electric shock and injury to

persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using this

heater.

2. Keep combustible materials, such as

furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes

and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from

front of heater.

3. This heater is hot when in use. To avoid

burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfac-

es. The grill directly in front of heater outlet

becomes hot during heater operation.

4. Extreme caution is necessary when any

heater is used by or near children and

whenever heater is left operating and

unattended.

5. Always unplug heater when not in use.

6. Do not operate any heater with a damaged

cord or plug or if heater malfunctions or

has been dropped or damaged in any way.

Return heater to authorized service facility

for examination, electrical or mechanical

adjustment or repair.

7. Do not use outdoors.

8. This heater is not intended for use in

bathrooms, laundry areas and similar

indoor locations. Never locate heater

where it may fall into a bathtub or other

water container.

9. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not

cover cord with throw rugs, runners or the

like. Arrange cord away from trafc area

and where it will not be tripped over.

10. To disconnect heater, turn controls to the

OFF before removing plug from outlet

(turn off power to unit).

11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to

enter any ventilation or exhaust opening

as this may cause an electric shock or re

or damage the heater.

12. To prevent possible re, do not block air

intakes in any manner. Do not use on soft

surfaces, like a bed, where openings may

become blocked.

13.

Connect to properly grounded circuits only.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety .................................................................. 2

Listing Approvals ................................................. 3

Product Dimensions ............................................ 3

Product Identication........................................... 4

Unpacking and Testing ........................................ 4

Locating Fireplace ............................................... 4

Installation ........................................................... 6

Operation............................................................. 7

Accessory Installation.......................................... 8

Cleaning .............................................................. 9

Servicing.............................................................. 9

Wiring Diagram.................................................. 14

Troubleshooting................................................. 15

Replacement Parts............................................ 16

Technical Service............................................... 16

Accessories ....................................................... 17

Parts .................................................................. 18

Warranty ..............................................Back Cover

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SAFETY

Continued

14. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking

parts inside. Do not use it in areas where

gasoline, paint or ammable liquids or

vapors are used or stored.

15. Use this heater only as described in this

manual. Any other use not recommended

by the manufacturer may cause re, elec-

tric shock or injury to persons.

16. Avoid the use of an extension cord be-

cause the extension cord may overheat

and cause a risk of re. However, if you

have to use an extension cord, the cord

should be No. 14 AWG minimum size and

rated not less than 1875 WATTS.

17. Always use ground fault protection where

required by electrical codes.

Description: 36" Fireplace

Voltage: 120 / 240

Watts: 1500 / 3000

Amps: 15 Amp / 20 Amp

Grounded Circuit

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

Figure 1 - Heater Dimensions

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 Cana-

dian Electric Code, CSA C22.1 as appropriate.

18. Always disconnect power before perform-

ing any cleaning, maintenance or reloca-

tion of heater.

19. To prevent a possible re, do not burn

wood or other materials in this heater.

20. To prevent electric shock or re, always

use a certified electrician should new

circuits or outlets be required.

21. When transporting or storing heater, keep

in a dry place.

22. Control panel door gets hot during heater

operation. To open control panel door,

gently pull on left and right outer edges.

Do not open from center of control panel

door.

LISTING APPROVALS

This heater has been tested in accordance

with the CSA Standards for xed and location-

dedicated electric room heaters in the United

States. All components are UL or CSA safety

certied.

If you need assistance during installation,

please contact your local dealer or the FMI

PRODUCTS, LLC at 1-866-328-4537.

Please have the distributor’s model and serial

numbers when you call.

17 1/4"17 5/8"

24 1/4"

35"

21"

37"

43"

42 1/8" To Nail Location

36 1/2"

31 7/8"

36 3/4" To Nail Location

41"

2 1/8"

5/8"

TOP

FRONT

LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE

361/8"

15 1/8"

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UNPACKING AND TESTING

Carefully remove unit from box. Prior to per-

manently installing unit, test to make sure unit

operates properly. Unit does not come with a

power cord installed. Unit must be wired to

either a cord set (provided), 120/60 volt sup-

ply, or 240/60 volt supply.

CAUTION; The unit must

be connected to a properly

grounded and protected 120/240

volt circuits. Always use ground

fault protection where required

by the electrical code.

WARNING: Do not operate

the unit if it is damaged or has

malfunctioned. If you suspect

the unit is damaged, return the

unit to an authorized service

facility for examination, electri-

cal or mechanical adjustment

or repair.

Heater FlameEmber Backlight

Power

Figure 2 - Product Identication

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Heat Vents

(Behind Door)

ON/OFF

Power

Button

Log Set

Front Glass

Heater

Control

Flame Control

Ember Control

Control

Panel

Door

LOCATING FIREPLACE

WARNING: Due to high tem-

peratures, this heater should

be located out of trafc. Keep

combustible materials such as

furniture, pillows, bedding, papers,

clothes and curtains at least 3 feet

(0.9 m) from the front of the heater.

WARNING: Never locate this

heater where it may fall into a

bathtub or other water container.

NOTICE: Minimumand maximum

clearances must be maintained at

all times. Illustrations throughout

these instructions reect typical

installations and are for design

purposes only. Actual installa-

tions may vary slightly due to

individual preferences.

WARNING: To prevent

contact with sagging or loose

insulation, the heater must not

be installed against vapor barrier

or exposed insulation. Localized

overheating could occur and a

re could result.

Backlight

Control

Remote Hide

Magnetic

Catch

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CAUTION: Do not expose the

heater to the elements (such as

rain, etc.)

CAUTION: Wear gloves and

safety glasses for protection

during installation and main-

tenance.

Plan where to locate and frame replace.

Before installation consider the following:

1. Fireplace location must allow for wall and

ceiling clearances (see Installation Clear-

ances).

2. Fireplace screen should not be exposed

to direct sunlight from windows or doors.

3. Unit can be wired for either 120/60 (15

amp circuit) or 240/60 (20 amp circuit).

A dedicated circuit should be provided

to avoid circuit breaker trips or blown

fuses.

Flush Installations are recommended where

living space is limited or at a premium. Since

space required to enclose replace would

be located beyond an outside wall, this in-

stallation would require additional planning

and construction. Check local codes for any

restrictions.

Projected Installations can extend any dis-

tance into room. A projection may be ideal for

a new addition on an existing, nished wall.

Corner Installations make use of space

that may not normally be used and provides

a wider and more efcient viewing angle and

heat distribution.

Internal Wall Installations provide a discrete

option for room separation and can also be an

ideal addition to an existing wall.

LOCATING FIREPLACE

Continued

Figure 3 - Possible Installation Locations

Internal Wall

Installation

Full Projection

Installation

Flush

Installation

Corner

Installation

Facing Material May

Be Noncombustible

Wall Treatments or

Combustible Wood

Mantels and Trims

May Extend Above

Profile Shown when

Maintained within

30° Parameter

Shown

Framed

Material

Top of Cabinet

Note: All Mantel Clearances

are Measured from Top of

Fireplace Opening

30°

23"

12" Ref.

21"

4 1/2"

1 1/2"

15" Min.

17"

10 1/2"

Figure 4 - Mantel Clearances

Top View of Fireplace

30° 1 3/4" Max.

Minimum 10"

from Perpendicular

Side Wall

Edge of

Firebox

Opening

Combustible

Material Must

Not Overlap

Front Face

Safe Zone

Figure 5 - Mantel Side Clearances

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION CLEARANCES

Minimum clearances to combustible construc-

tion are:

Top, Back and Sides of Recessed Cabinet 0" Min.

Drywall to Sides of Front Face 0" Min.

Framing at Nailing Flanges 0" Min.

Ceiling to Opening 36" Min.

Floor 0" Min.

Front 36" Min.

Perpendicular Side Wall 10" Min.

antel Clearances

For mantel clearances see Figures 4 and 5.

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WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!

Wiring to power source must not

be pinched or against a sharp

edge.

WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!

To prevent a possible re, do

not block air intake or exhaust

in any manner. Do not use on

soft surfaces where openings

may become blocked.

WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!

Do not blow or place insulation

against the rebox.

WARNING: If the informa-

tion in these instructions is

not followed exactly, a re or

explosion may result causing

property damage, personal in-

jury or death.

Do not store or use gasoline or

other ammable vapors in the vi-

cinity of this or any other heater.

A junction box is provided to wire to the cord

set provided or hard wire unit to either a 15

amp (120/60) or 20 amp (240/60), 120 Volt

60 Hz grounded circuit.

Tools and building supplies required for

installation:

• Saw • Square

• Pliers • Gloves

• Hammer • Level

• Phillips screwdriver • Surround

• Framing materials • Electric drill/bits

• Tape measure

• Wall-nishing materials

• Caulking material

CAUTION: Provide adequate

clearances around the air open-

ings and adequate accessibility

clearances for servicing and

proper operations.

WARNING: Control panel

door on this heater cannot, in

any way, be covered as it may

create a re hazard.

BUILT-IN INSTALLATION

Built-in installations require a framed enclo-

sure constructed of 2" x 4" or heavier lumber

and sized in accordance with Figure 6. This

allows unit to slide into opening and be nailed

to stud at sides and top nailing anges. These

anges accept 5/8" drywall or plywood board

to nish unit ush to face. Optional trim ac-

cessories are available that will extend 1/2"

over rough edge of wall opening (see Acces-

sories, page 17).

IMPORTANT: If installing a perimeter trim kit,

you must install shoulder screws before insert-

ing replace into opening. See instructions

included with trim kit. If installing a mantel,

you must follow clearance instructions (see

Installation Clearances, page 5).

41 1/4"

7 1/2"

36 1/2"

Platform/Subflooring

Figure 6 - Framing Dimensions

42 3/8"

29 3/8"

58 1/4"

11 5/8"

These Dimensions

Allow for 11 5/8" of

Clearance to Side

Wall of Fireplace

and 10' Clearance

to Perpendicular

Side Walls

Figure 7 - Corner Dimensions

INSTALLATION

Continued

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A hearth extension is suggested for a more

pleasing appearance. The replace may be

raised on a wood or non-combustible platform

supporting its entire width and depth and

extending in front of the replace as long as

louvers are not obstructed.

Note: When installing replace in cold cli-

mates against a non-insulated exterior wall,

wall must be fully insulated in accordance with

local building code.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

WARNING: Any electrical re-

wiring of this appliance must be

done by a qualied electrician.

This wiring must be done in ac-

cordance with local codes and/or

in the U.S.A. with the current, Na-

tional Electrical CodeANSI/NFPA

No 70 and in Canada with CSA

C22.1 Canadian Electric code.

INSTALLATION

Continued

The controls (see Figure 8) are located behind

hinged control panel door. If using heater,

control panel door will be hot during and

immediately after operation. Open door by

pulling control panel door on left and right side.

1. Connect replace to power source. Turn

on lighted power switch (see Figure 8).

2. Adjust Flame/Ember/Backlight/Heater

to desired settings using the control pad

on replace (Figure 8) or remote control

(Figure 9). Figure 10, page 8, shows re-

place settings available. Default settings

are circled. Press control pad or remote

control buttons once and release to adjust

settings.

Note: When on, ember bed will lighten

and darken automatically to simulate real

embers.

Heater Flame EmberBacklight

Power

Figure 8 - Controls For Electric Fireplace

Lighted Power Switch

Ember

Control

Heater

Control Flame

Control

Backlight

Control

This replace should be con-

nected to a dedicated 15 amp

(120/60) or 20 amp (240/60),

circuit as other appliances may

cause the circuit breaker to trip

or fuse to blow when replace

is in operation.

A junction box is provided to hard wire unit to

either a 15 amp (120/60) or 20 amp (240/60),

120 Volt 60 Hz grounded circuit.

OPERATION

Figure 9 - Remote Control For Electric

Fireplace

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The heater is pre-set to the following

temperatures:

HIGH will shut off when room reaches

approximately 86° F (30° C).

MEDIUM will shut off when room reaches

approximately 79° F (26° C).

LOW will shut off when room reaches

approximately 72° F (22° C).

Note: Fan on heater will continue to run for 5-7

seconds after heater has been turned off.

3. When using remote control, aim remote

at sensor located in center of unit just

above log set. IMPORTANT: This remote

control must remain within 20 feet (6 m)

of replace to be effective.

When power switch is turned off, replace

settings go back to default (see Figure 10).

Figure 10 - Fireplace Settings (Default

Settings are Circled)

OPERATION

Continued

HEATER Off Low Medium High

FLAME Off Low Medium High

EMBER Off Low Medium High

BACKLIGHT Off Low High

BIFOLD GLASS DOOR INSTALLATION

Figure 11 - Installing/Removing Glass

Doors

Spring Clip

Press Spring Clip

to Release Pivot

Remove Pivot Pin

From Bottom Face

While Sliding Door

Out of Upper Track

Pivot Pin

Fold Bifold Door

After Releasing

Spring Clip to

Slide Door Out of

Upper Track

Figure 12 - Adjust Glass Door

Spring Clip

Partially

Opened

Door

Side Front

Face

Installing Bifold Glass Doors

Follow these steps to install left and right

operable panels:

1. With handle down, completely fold panel

on its hinges.

2. With handle facing center of rebox open-

ing insert lower pivot pin on door panel

into hole in bottom outer edge of rebox

opening (see Figure 11).

3. Keep folded door tilted and slide upper two

pins into guide track below upper facial

edge of rebox opening.

4. Tilt glass assembly fully vertical until outer

pivot pin snaps into mounting hole in up-

per spring clip.

5. Once top and bottom pins are secured,

unfold door into closed position.

6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 for opposite

door assembly.

7. To adjust doors, slide partially open. Using

a Phillips screwdriver, loosen hold-down

screws on spring clips (see Figure 12).

8. Close both doors until evenly joined at

middle and note gap as measured to outer

edges of front face.

9. Reopen each door one at a time and

retighten the hold-down screw while pre-

serving noted gap at each edge.

10. Repeat process until both doors are even-

ly joined, spaced and working freely.

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CLEANING

WARNING: Always discon-

nect power and allow the heater

to cool before performing any

cleaning, maintenance or reloca-

tion of this heater. Turn controls

to OFF and remove plug from

outlet or turn off circuit breaker

to heater.

CLEANING FIREBOX

1. Open bi-fold doors and screens.

2. Using a brush vacuum attachment, gently

clean compartment.

3. Close screens and doors.

Removing Bifold Glass Doors

Bifold doors may be removed for replacing

or cleaning.

1. Partially open each door and press up on

upper spring clip with a screw driver until

outer top pivot pin is free of the clip.

ACCESSORY INSTALLATION

Continued

2. Fully fold frame assembly and slide upper

edge towards center of rebox opening

until the guide pins are free of the frame

rail (see Figure 11, page 8).

CLEANING BACK SCREEN (GLASS)

1. The glass is cleaned in the factory during

assembly. During shipment, installation,

handling, etc. glass surface may collect

dust particles. These can be removed

by bufng lightly with a clean damp cloth

(water only). Glass should be completely

dried with a lint free cloth or paper towel.

2. To access glass to clean, follow steps

1 through 5 under Service Preparation,

page 10.

3. Using gloves, gently remove glass panel

by sliding it toward you. There is a rubber

bumper on each corner of glass.

4. Clean glass as instructed in step 1.

5. Follow steps 8 through 13 under Service

Preparation, page 10.

SERVICING

WARNING:Turnoff appliance

and let cool before servicing.

Only a qualied service person

should service and repair heater.

For questions regarding replacing parts, see

page 13.

Note: All service procedures are performed

through front face opening of replace.

REPLACING LOG

1. Turn off power to unit (circuit breaker).

2. Open upper control panel door. Turn

power switch off.

3. Open bi-fold doors (if equipped) and

screens.

4. Remove screws securing each side of log

to brackets (see Figure 13).

5. Carefully remove old log.

6. Install new log.

7. Reinstall screws into brackets to secure

new log.

8. Close screens and doors.

REPLACING SCREENS

Figure 13 - Removing Log and Ember LED

Log Ember LED Strip

with Standoffs

Screw

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1. Open upper control panel door. Turn

power switch off.

2. Open bi-fold doors (if equipped).

3. Remove 2 screws securing screen rods

(see Figure 14).

4. Tilt rod down and remove from bracket.

5. Remove old screen from rod and discard.

Install new screen onto rod.

6. Reinstall rod into bracket and replace

screws.

7. Close doors.

REPLACING EMBER STRIP

SERVICING

Continued

screens.

3. Remove screws securing each side of log

to brackets (see Figure 13, page 9).

4. Carefully remove log.

5. Remove screws from back corners and

front of top panel (see Figure 15). Remove

top panel and set aside.

Note: For LED drum and motor, only

remove back screws. Top panel does not

have to be completely removed. Care-

fully push top panel up to remove screen

glass.

6. Using gloves, gently remove glass panel

by sliding it toward you. There is a rubber

bumper on each corner of glass. Set aside

in a safe location.

7. Follow instructions on pages 11 thru 13 to

replace part.

8. Using gloves, install glass by gently slid-

ing, smooth side toward replace front,

into brackets on either side that hold glass

in place.

9. Reinstall top panel. Pull top panel down

so that screen glass seats into glass

retainer.

10. Reinstall screws from step 5.

11. Reinstall log.

12. Reinstall screws into brackets to secure

log.

13. Close screens and doors.

14. Turn on power to unit (circuit breaker).

SCREEN GLASS

Figure 14 - Removing Screen/Rod Assembly

Screen

Rod

Retaining

Screw

Mounting

Holes

1. Follow steps 1 and 4 under Replacing Log,

page 9.

2. Locate ember LED strip (see Figure 13,

page 9). Disconnect wire (right side).

3. Remove ember LED strip by squeezing

top of standoffs and discard.

4. Being careful not to break LED strip, press

new ember LED strip onto standoffs.

5. Reconnect wire to LED strip.

6. Follow steps 5 through 7 under Replacing

Log, page 9.

SERVICE PREPARATION

Perform steps 1 through 4 below, then locate

part that needs replacing in the instructions

that follow.

1. Open control panel door. Turn off power

to unit (circuit breaker).

2. Open bi-fold doors (if equipped) and

Figure 15 - Removing Screen Glass (all

parts not shown for clarity)

Screen Glass

Control

Panel

Door

Top Panel

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