Holmes QCM870P-36BDW, QCM870P-36BWH Instruction Manual
ATTENTION:
1. Find a location for the fireplace heater that is
protected from direct sunlight.
2. Do not plug the unit into the power outlet
before you read all instructions.
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE HEATER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
QCM870P-36BDW / QCM870P-36BWH
CTC # 64-3527 / 64-3528
HOLMES
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WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND INJURY TO
PERSONS, INCLUDI NG THE FOLLOWING:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read all instructions before using this
electric fireplace heater.
2) This electric fireplace heater is hot when
in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin
touch hot surfaces. The grill directly in front
of the heater outlet becomes hot during
heater operation. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding,
papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet
(0.9 m) away from the front of the unit and
keep them away from the sides and rear.
3) Extreme caution is necessary when
any heater is used by or near children or
invalids and whenever the fireplace is left
operating and unattended.
4) Always unplug fireplace when not in use.
5) Do not operate any electric fireplace with
a damaged cord or plug or after the heater
malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
6) Do not use outdoors.
7) This electric fireplace 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.
8) Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not
cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or
similar coverings. Arrange cord away from
traffic area and where it will not be tripped
over.
9) To disconnect fireplace, turn controls to
off, then remove plug from outlet.
10) Connect to properly grounded outlets
only.
11) 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 heater.
12) To prevent a possible fire, do not block
air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do
not use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where
openings may become blocked.
13) A heater has hot and arcing or sparking
parts inside. Do not use it in areas where
gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are
used or stored.
14) Use this fireplace heater only as
described in this manual. Any other use
not recommended by the manufacturer
may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons.
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15) Avoid the use of an extension cord
because the extension cord may overheat
and cause a risk of fire. However, if you have
to use an extension cord, the cord shall be
No.16AWG minimum size and rated not less
than 1875 watts.
16) Do not plug this product into a receptacle
controlled by a wall switch or dimmer.
17) When storing or transporting the unit
and cord, keep in a dry place, free from
excessive vibration and store so as to
avoid damage.
CAUTION
If you use this heater in conjunction with
a thermal control, a program controller,
a timer or any other device that switches
the heater on automatically, remember to
observe all safety warnings at all times. The
fireplace heater has safety overheat protection. If the overheat protection trips, switch
off all switch buttons and wait approximately
5 -10 minutes. It should reset automatically
once the unit cools down.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
Procedures and techniques if not carefully followed - will result in damage to the
equipment. - will expose the user to the risk
of serious injury, illness or death.
This electric fireplace heater is for use on
120 volts. The cord has a plug as shown at
A in illustration below. An adapter as shown
at C is available for connecting three-blade
grounding-type plugs to two-slot receptacles. The green grounding plug 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.
A 15 AMP circuit is required to operate this
heater. If the breaker trips when the heater
is used then you may need to move the
heater to another location or unplug other
appliances that are on the same circuit. If
you require an extension cord use one that
is rated at 1875 watts.
IMPORTANT
Please note when you open the carton
carefully check the unit and make sure
there are no damages. If you have any
problems with the unit, with how the various
functions work or with hidden damages or
missing parts please call 1-800-459-4409
(EST) immediately for service. NOTE: DO
NOT RETURN UNIT TO THE STORE BEFORE
CALLING THE TOLL FREE NUMBER. Do
not dispose of your cartons until you are
completely satisfied with your new fireplace
heater. Read all instructions thoroughly before operating your new Electric Fireplace.
NOTE: Light bulbs may become loose
during shipping. If the flame effect is dim
or does not work, please check that light
bulb or bulbs are finger tight in socket. See
instructions for replacing bulb or bulbs.
Please do not return the sample to the store
before checking light bulbs.
NOTE: The electric fireplace heater may
emit a slight harmless odor when first
turned on. This is caused by activating the
internal heater components for the first time
and should not occur again.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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MANTLE AND
INSERT ASSEMBLY:
WARNING: Make sure the fireplace INSERT
controls are in the OFF position and the
INSERT is NOT plugged in.
CAUTION: Place a piece of cardboard or
protective sheet on the floor in order to avoid
scratching the decorative surface of your
mantle during assembly.
Please DO NOT fully tighten the KD screws
until all panels are assembled.
Step 1: Attach all PLASTIC CONNECTORS [R]
to the PANELS [C, D, E, H and J] as shown in
Fig. A. (2 screws for each PLASTIC
CONNECTOR).
fig. A
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
PARTS LIST:
Fireplace insert 1
A) Top panel 1
B) Base panel 1
C) Front panel 2
D) Left front panel 1
E) Right front panel 1
F) Left small panel 1
G) Right small panel 1
H) Left side panel 1
J) Right side panel 1
M) KD screws 47
N) Mounting clips 2
O) Short KD screws 2
P) Mounting brackets 2
Q) Medium KD screws 2
R) Plastic connector 15
S) SELF REPAIR SET
Touch-up repair paint (bottle)
L shape bracket 2
Screws for L bracket 8
Plastic Connector 1
KD Screws 3
KD Nuts 3
T) WALL ANCHOR SAFETY
CABLE
Wall Anchor 1
Screw for wall anchor 1
Screw for mantle 1
Safety cable 1
TOOL REQUIRED: PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVER
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NOTE: If the KD SCREW(S) do not fit during
assembly, loosen the 2 screws to adjust the
PLASTIC CONNECTOR until the PANELS/KD
SCREWS can be installed.
Step 2: Attach the SIDE PANEL [H] to the LEFT
FRONT PANEL [D] with 3 KD SCREWS. Attach
the other SIDE PANEL [J] to the RIGHT FRONT
PANEL [E] with 3 KD SCREWS. See Fig. B.
fig. B
Step 3: Attach the LEFT and RIGHT SIDE PANELS
[D, H, E and J] to the BASE [B] using 4 KD
SCREWS. (2 screws for each side) See Fig. C
fig. C
Step 4: Attach the LEFT SMALL PANEL (F)
to the LEFT FRONT PANEL (D) with 2 KD
SCREWS. Attach the RIGHT SMALL PANEL
(G) to the RIGHT FRONT PANEL (E) with 2
KD SCREWS. See Fig. D
fig. D
Step 5: Attach the FRONT PANEL (C ) to the
LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT PANEL (D and E)
with 4 KD SCREWS (2 screws on each side).
See Fig. E
fig. E
Step 6: Install the TOP PANEL (A) to the unit
as shown and attach with 3 KD SCREWS.
See Fig F
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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