SimpliFire • SF-WMS38-BK • 2040-911 Rev. E • 12/15
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Risk of Fire! Risk of Burns!
Risk of Electrical Shock!
DO NOT:
• Install or operate damaged appliance
• Modify appliance
• Operate the appliance without fully assembling all
components
Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty and agency listing
will be voided by the above actions.
WARNING! DO NOT operate fireplace before read-
ing and understanding operating instructions. Failure
to operate fireplace according to operating instructions
could cause fire or injury.
WARNING! Improper installation, adjustment, al-
teration, service or maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to owner’s information manual
provided with this heater.
NOTICE! This fireplace is not intended for use as a pri-
mary heat source and should not be factored as such in
residential heating calculations.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and injury to persons, including the following:
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Read all instructions before installing this appliance.
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This appliance is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let
bare skin touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible materials
such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, etc. and
curtains at least 3 ft. (0.9 m) from the front of the appliance
and keep them away from the sides and rear
•
Extreme caution is necessary when any appliance is used
by or near children or invalids and whenever the appliance
is left operating and unattended.
•
Do not operate any appliance if it malfunctions. Disconnect
power at service panel and have appliance inspected by a
reputable electrician before reusing.
•
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.
•
To prevent a possible fire, do not block appliance connection
fan air intakes or exhaust in any manner.
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A appliance has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do
not use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable vapors
or liquids are used or stored.
•
Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any
other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug
or after the appliance malfunctions, has been dropped or
damaged in any manner. Return appliance to authorized
service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment or repair.
• Do not use outdoors.
• The appliance is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry
areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate appliance
where it may fall into a bathtub or water container.
• 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. Do not
tightly coil cord.
• Always use properly grounded, fused and polarized outlets.
• Always use ground fault protection where required by
electrical code.
• To disconnect appliance, turn controls to “OFF” then remove
plug from outlet.
• Always disconnect power before performing any cleaning,
maintenance or relocation of the appliance.
•
To prevent a possible fire, do not burn wood or other materials
in this appliance.
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To prevent electrical shock or fire, always use a certified
electrician should new circuits be required.
• When transporting or storing the appliance, keep in a dry
place free from excess vibration and store to avoid damage.
• Avoid use of an extension cord because an extension
cord may overheat and cause a fire. However if you
have to use an extension cord, the cord should be No.
14 AWG minimum size and rated to not less than 1875
watts.
