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CHALLENGER WALL MOUNT/RECESSED ELECTRIC FIREPLACE 

Model# :       CEF-50B         CEF-60B 

                                       

OWNER’S MANUAL 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

AC 120V  60Hz  1500W (5000BTUs) 

 

 

 

WARNING

 

Read and understand

 this entire owner’s manual, including 

all safety 

information

, before

 plugging in

 or

 using

 this product. Failure to do so could 

result in 

fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury.

 

 

 

CAUTION

 

Keep this owner’s manual

 for future reference.  If you sell or give this 

product away, 

make sure this manual accompanies this product

 
 

 
 

 

 

AFFIX SERIAL NUMBER LABEL HERE 
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 

REV_03162021

 

Summary of Contents for CEF-50B

Page 1: ...manual including all safety information before plugging in or using this product Failure to do so could result in fire electric shock or serious personal injury CAUTION Keep this owner s manual for future reference If you sell or give this product away make sure this manual accompanies this product AFFIX SERIAL NUMBER LABEL HERE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE REV_03162021 ...

Page 2: ... in areas where gasoline paint flammable vapors or liquids are used or stored l Use this heater only as described in this manual Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire electric shock or injury to persons l This heater may include an audible or visual alarm to warn that parts of the heater are getting excessively hot If the alarm sounds or illuminates immediately turn the ...

Page 3: ... draw more current than small appliances Overheating may occur even if it has not occurred with the use of other appliances iii During use check frequently to see if the plug outlet or face plate is HOT iv If the outlet or face plate is HOT discontinue use immediately and have a qualified electrician inspect and or replace the faulty outlets l SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Preparation This product inclu...

Page 4: ...ls H Plastic Tray I Hardware Kit Specification and Dimension PRODUCT DIMENSIONS Model Number A B C D E F G H I CEF 50B 50 3 8 1280mm 21 7 16 544mm 5 3 4 146mm 47 1 16 1195mm 20 9 16 522mm 12 305mm 45 1 4 1149mm 1 3 8 36mm 7 1 4 184MM CEF 60B 59 7 8 1520mm 21 7 16 544mm 5 3 4 146mm 47 1 16 1195mm 20 9 16 522mm 12 305mm 45 1 4 1149mm 1 3 8 36mm 7 1 4 184MM ...

Page 5: ...e and high traffic areas NOTE Follow all National and local electrical codes MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES Measurements are taken from the glass front Bottom 0 Top 11 13 16 300mm to mantel Sides 0 Top 11 13 16 300mm to ceiling Back 0 MINIMUM MANTEL CLEARANCES WARNING WHEN USING PAINT OR LACQUER TO FINISH THE MANTEL THE PAINT OR LACQUER MUST BE HEAT RESISTANT TO PREVENT DISCOLOURATION 11 13 16 ...

Page 6: ...Recessed pre installation Due to the many different materials used on different walls it is highly recommended that you consult your local builder before you install this appliance on the wall A Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is located at least 36 94 1cm away from combustible materials such as curtain drapes furniture bedding paper etc B Measure the appliance and create a rou...

Page 7: ...7 Framing Hole Size Model Number A B C CEF 50B 47 1 4 1200mm 20 3 4 527mm 5 1 2 140mm CEF 60B 47 1 4 1200mm 20 3 4 527mm 5 1 2 140mm Non load bearing ...

Page 8: ...crews provided to lock the appliance into the wall with the existing two side flanges see Figure 2 1 Install the media and re install the glass front Fig 2 1 If partial recess into the wall Use the four mounting metal brackets H supplied to lock the appliance to the wall see Figure 2 3 NOTE Using the existing holes on sides of the appliance for recessing into wall Fireplace will be like this after...

Page 9: ...ket from the back of the unit by removing the screws E Mark location then mount the bracket s onto the wall using the supplied screws This bracket MUST have the hooks facing upward and be level NOTE It is strongly recommended that the mounting bracket F be Screwed into the wall studs where possible If the wall studs cannot be used ensure the supplied plastic anchors are used to affix the bracket t...

Page 10: ...g the three screws as shown above B Remove the wire connectors from the power cord The power cord may be discarded C Take the new cover plate supplied in the hardware bag and punch out the 7 8 22 2mm hole and install a box connector through into the junction box Snap the box connector clamp onto the supply wires D Using the wire connectors connect the ground green wires G the common white wires N ...

Page 11: ...e must be mounted in its final location before the glacier crystals are installed B Place the plastic tray H into the fireplace ember bed Then carefully place crystals onto the plastic tray as illustrated Apply an even layer from side to side Figure 3 1 Figure 3 2 Fig 3 1 Fig 3 2 ...

Page 12: ...PANEL located on the lower right corner of the fireplace or by the battery powered REMOTE CONTROL Remote Control Touch on Control Panel Operation BUTTON FUNCTION ACTION INDICATION POWER ON Enables control panel functions and remote control Turns on flame effect OFF Disables control panel functions and remote control Turns off flame effect 1 Press once Indicator light turns on Power turns on All fu...

Page 13: ... warm air 2 Press again Indicator lights up 1500W heater turns on and blows hot air 3 Press again Heaters turn off The fan blows cool air for 10 seconds to allow heater to cool down then turns off NOTICE When the heater is first turned on a slight odor may be present This is normal and should not occur again unless the heater is not used for a long period of time NOTICE To improve operation aim th...

Page 14: ...Vents Use a vacuum or duster to remove dust and dirt from the heater and vent areas Plastic Wipe gently with a slightly damp cloth and a mild solution of dish soap and warm water NEVER use abrasive cleansers liquid sprays or any cleaner that could scratch the surface Maintenance Risk of electric shock DO NOT OPEN any panels No user serviceable parts inside ALWAYS turn the heater OFF and unplug the...

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Page 16: ...p with installation product information or if your product arrives damaged please call our toll free number at 1 877 246 9353 Monday Friday 8 00AM 5 00PM AZ Mountain Time Or email us at customerservice modernflames com OUR STAFF IS READY TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE ...

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