Napoleon Fireplaces EF36H User Manual

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TABLE of CONTENTS

PG 2-4 INTRODUCTION

Warranty
Important Instructions
Locating Your Fireplace
Dimensions

5 OPERATION

Remote Control
Flame Effect
Maintenance

6-8 FINISHING

Mantel Installation
Clearance to Combustibles
Framing and Finishing
Hearth
Cold Climate Installation
Log Installation
Louvres
Screen Cover Removal

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9 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

10-11 REPLACEMENTS

Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
Accessories

11 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

12 SERVICE HISTORY

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WARNING

• Do not burn wood or other materials in this fireplace.

• Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures of the louvres
and heater area and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition. Supervise young children when
they are in the same room as the fireplace.

• Due to high temperatures, the fireplace should be located out of traffic and away from combustible material;
such as furniture and draperies.

• Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the fireplace.

• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the fireplace.

• It is imperative that the control compartments, circulating blower and its passageway in the fireplace are
kept clean. More frequent cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material,
etc. The fireplace area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable
vapours and liquids.

• Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified.

• Do not use this fireplace if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the fireplace and to replace any part of the control system which has been under water.

• Do not operate the fireplace with the glass door removed, cracked or broken. Use only with a glass door
certified with the fireplace.

• Do not strike the fireplace glass door.

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NAPOLEON electric fi replaces are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized

ISO 9001:2000 Quality Assurance Certifi cate.

NAPOLEON products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled by trained craftsmen
who take great pride in their work. Once assembled the complete fi replace is thoroughly inspected by a qualifi ed
technician before packaging to ensure that you, the customer, receive the quality product that you expect from
NAPOLEON.

NAPOLEON ELECTRIC FIREPLACE LIMITED WARRANTY

Electrical components and wearable parts such as fan/heater, motors, switches, nylon bearing components
and remote controls are covered and Napoleon will provide replacement parts free of charge during the fi rst
year of the limited warranty.

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Light bulbs are NOT covered by the warranty.

Any labour related to warranty repair is not covered.

CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS

NAPOLEON warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only -- i.e., the individual or legal entity (registered customer) whose name appears on

the warranty registration card fi led with NAPOLEON -- provided that the purchase was made through an authorized NAPOLEON dealer and is subject to the following conditions
and limitations:

This factory warranty is nontransferable and may not be extended whatsoever by any of our representatives.

Installation must be done in accordance with the installation instructions included with the product and all local and national building and fi re codes.

This limited warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, lack of maintenance, accident, alterations, abuse or neglect and parts installed from other manufacturers will

nullify this warranty.

This limited warranty further does not cover any scratches, dents, corrosion or discolouring caused by excessive heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners nor chipping on porcelain

enamel parts, mechanical breakage of PHAZER™ logs and embers.

In the fi rst year only, this warranty extends to the repair or replacement of warranted parts which are defective in material or workmanship provided that the product has been

operated in accordance with the operation instructions and under normal conditions.

Napoleon will not be responsible for installation, labour or any other expenses related to the reinstallation of a warranted part and such expenses are not covered by this

warranty.

Notwithstanding any provisions contained in this Limited Warranty, NAPOLEON’S responsibility under this warranty is defi ned as above and it shall not in any event extend to

any incidental, consequential or indirect damages.

This warranty defi nes the obligations and liability of NAPOLEON with respect to the NAPOLEON electric fi replace and any other warranties expressed or implied with respect to

this product, its components or accessories are excluded.

Napoleon neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume, on it's behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the sale of the product.

Any damages to fi replace, brass trim or other component due to water, weather damage, long periods of dampness, condensation, damaging chemicals or cleaners will not be

the responsibility of NAPOLEON.

The bill of sale or copy will be required together with a serial number and a model number when making any warranty claims from your authorized dealer. The warranty registration

card must be returned within fourteen days to register the warranty.

NAPOLEON reserves the right to have its representative inspect any product or part thereof prior to honouring any warranty claim.

ALL SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGNS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE DUE TO ON-GOING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENTS. NAPOLEON® IS A
REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF WOLF STEEL LTD. PATENTS U.S. 5.303.693.801 - CAN. 2.073.411, 2.082.915. © WOLF STEEL LTD.

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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS LOCATING YOUR ELECTRIC FIRE-

1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS
APPLIANCE. THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHEN USED.

2. To avoid burns, DO NOT let bare skin touch hot surfaces.
The trim around the heat outlet becomes hot during fi replace
operation. Keep combustible material; such as furniture,
pillows, bedding, paper, clothes and draperies at least 3 feet
from the front of the unit.

3. CAUTION: Extreme caution is necessary when any
fi replace is used by or near children or invalids, also whenever
the heater is left operating and unattended.

4. Do not operate if the power cord or fi replace is damaged,
or if the unit is dropped or damaged in any manner.

5. Under no circumstances should this fi replace be modifi ed.
Use it only as described in the manual. Any repairs to
the fi replace should be carried out by a qualifi ed service
person.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation

or exhaust openings as this may cause an electrical short or
fi re. This could also damage the fi replace.

8. To prevent a possible fi re, DO NOT block air intakes or
exhaust in any manner. DO NOT use on soft surfaces where
openings may become blocked.

9. This heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside.
DO NOT use in areas where gasoline, paint or fl ammable
liquids are used or stored. This fi replace SHOULD NOT be
used as a drying rack.

10. This fi replace is NOT intended for wood or other fl ammable
material to be burned inside of it.

11. Make sure the fi replace is unplugged before any cleaning
or maintenance is performed on the heater.

12. Avoid the use of extension cords. The extension cord may
overheat and cause a fi re.

13. Do not strike the glass on the fi replace.

14. Always unplug heater when not in use.

15. 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.

16. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with
throw rugs, runners or similar coverings. Arrange cord away
from traffi c area and where it will not be tripped over.

17. To disconnect heater, turn controls to off, then remove
the plug from the outlet.

18. Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other
use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fi re,
electric shock or injury to persons.

Your new fi replace may be installed into an existing masonry
or zero clearance fi replace. It may also be installed using a
prefabricated cabinet available from your dealer or may be
built into a wall. For the best effect, install the fi replace out
of direct sunlight.

EF36 DIMENSIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

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