Kozy-World NF268 Important Safety Instructions Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Compact Electric Fireplace Heater

Item Code: NF268

1. Failure to follow these important safety instructions may cause fire, electric shock or damage. Read all

instructions before using this appliance. Following proper safety and operating instructions is the
responsibility of the owner.

2. 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, and curtains at least 10 feet
from the front of this appliance.

3. CAUTION: Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids.
Do not leave the heater operating and unattended.

4. Always unplug heater when not in use.

5. Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, has been

dropped or damaged in any manner.

6. Any repairs to this appliance should be carried out by a qualified service person.

7. Under no circumstances should this electric fireplace be modified. Parts having to be removed for

servicing must be replaced by a certified repair center prior to operating this electric fireplace again.

8. Do not use outdoors or anywhere that it can get wet.

9. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas or similar indoor locations. Never

use this appliance near a bathtub or in the vicinity of water.

10. 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.

11. To disconnect this appliance, turn controls to the off position and remove plug from outlet.

12. Connect to properly grounded outlets only.

13. When this appliance is installed, it must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes with

the current CSA C22.1 Canadian local codes for USA installations. Follow local codes and National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA NO.70 and Canadian Code, CZ 22.2 No. 0.

14. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may
cause electric shock, fire or damage to the appliance.

15. To prevent fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces,
such as a bed, where openings may become blocked

16. CAUTION: This appliance gets hot and it contains internal parts that could arc or spark. Do not
use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored. This electric fireplace
should not be used as a drying rack for clothing. Also, do not have Christmas stockings or
decorations hung on or near it.

GENERAL

17. Use this appliance only as described in this manual. All other uses not recommended by the

manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

18. Avoid the use of an extension cord because it may overheat and cause a fire hazard. However if
you must use an extension cord, the cord shall be 16 AWG, 1875 Watts. The extension cord must be
a three-wi r e cord with grounding type plug and cord connector.

19. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE. KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AWAY

20. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

LOCATING YOUR ELECTRIC FIREPLACE Your new freestanding electric fireplace may be installed

virtually anywhere in your home. However, when choosing a location for your new electric fireplace,
ensure that the general safety instructions are followed. For best results, install the electric fireplace
out of direct sunlight.

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