Southern FA512300TX User Manual

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ELECTRIC FIREBOX INSERT

OPERATION MANUAL

For assistance with assembly, contact:

Southern Enterprises Inc.

Customer Service 1-800-633-5096

[e-mail]

www.seidal.com

Safety Feature:

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CAUTION:

WARNING:

Electric Firebox Insert

User’s Operating Manual

Consumer safety information:

Please read this manual before installing and operating this appliance.

WARNING!!!

If the information in this manual is not followed correctly, an electric shock or fire may result in property damage, personal
injury, or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids near this appliance.

This unit has an internal thermal overload protector, when a temperature that may cause
overheating is reached, the heater will automatically shut off. Operation can only resume
when the unit is reset. (See instructions below)

To Reset Heater:

Unplug the heater and wait 10 minutes for the unit to cool down. After 10 minutes, plug the

Important Operating and Safety Instructions:

Keep draperies, electrical cords and other furnishings at least 3 feet from the front, sides, and rear of heater.

Risk of fire, keep combustible material away from the front of the electrical fireplace.
Service should only be performed while the electrical fireplace is disconnected from power supply.

Important Operating And Safety Information:

WARNING

When using electrical appliances, the following basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, and injury.

• Read all instructions before using this heater.

• Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may

cause fire, electric shock, or injury.

• Before connecting the appliance to the electric source, check that the current and power match those given on the
ratings plate.

• This heater is for use with a 120 Volt electrical outlet. The cord has a three-prong grounded plug, which must be
used in a properly grounded three-prong outlet.

• Avoid the use of an extension cord since the extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire, however, if
you must use an extension cord it has to be a grounded No. 16 AWG minimum size and rated for not less than
1875 watts.

• Do not run the cord under carpet. Do not cover cord with throw rug, runner, or similar items. Cord should be
placed away from traffic areas to prevent tripping hazard.

• Never use the cord to pull the appliance.

• Never leave the appliance unattended while it is in use.

• Turn controls to “off” before removing plug from outlet.

• Always unplug heater when not in use.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Only use heater on even and stable surface to prevent the appliance from tipping over.

• To prevent possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, such as a

bed, where openings may be blocked.

• Do not use in rooms in which highly flammable materials such as gas, paints, gasoline, solvents, etc. are stored.

• Keep minimum distance of 3 feet between the heater and curtains and other flammable materials.

• Do not place the appliance or the plug in water or any other liquid. Should the appliance accidentally fall into water,

unplug the appliance immediately and have it checked by a qualified person before using it again.

• Do not use the appliance with wet hands, on a damp floor, or when the appliance itself is wet.

• The appliance must not be used if the glass is damaged.

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

damaged.

• The warm air vent becomes very hot during operation—do not touch. During operation, only touch the appliance’s
switches and handles.

• The appliance should not be moved when hot. Never touch the hot parts with your bare skin.

• 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 to the heater.

• Please turn off the unit manually when leaving/not in use for extended period.

• Please turn off the unit manually when the power goes out.

• Please BEWARE that the plug may become hot.

• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Maintenance:

1: Cleaning your fireplace

2: Cleaning the front glass

:

Before cleaning the exterior of the appliance, disconnect the unit from the power supply. Clean unit
only after it is cool to the touch. You may clean exterior of unit with a soft, damp, lint-free cloth.

The front glass panel may become dirty or dusty. Dust can be removed by lightly rubbing the glass surface with a
clean, lint-free cloth or paper towel. To remove fingerprints or other marks, use a soft, damp, lint-free cloth with a
household glass cleaner.