Valor DZ1GEC Installation Instructions And Owner's Manual
Electric Fireplace
DZ1GEC
Installation Instructions and
Owner’s Manual
Please read this manual before installing and operating this heater.
This manual should remain with the homeowner.
Easy to install and operate
Operates with or without Heat
No pollution, No smoke, No ashes
CSA certied
© 2006, Miles Industries Ltd. All rights reserved.
4001025-04
Plugs into standard outlet
Miles Industries Ltd.
British Columbia, Canada
CONGRATULATIONS!
We know that there are a lot of other brands that you could have purchased, and we appreciate that
you have chosen a Valor product. Be assured that you have not only selected a superior heater, but
also superior service.
Your dedicated dealer will maintain the performance and efciency of your electric heater. All dealers
are certied experts and will be happy to answer any questions you may have, so please don’t
hesitate to call them as your satisfaction is our number one priority.
Sincerely, Miles Industries Ltd.
Please read and carefully follow all of the instructions found in this manual.
Please pay special attention to the safety instructions. The instructions included here will assure that
you have many years of dependable and enjoyable service from your electric heater.
Should you encounter an operational problem, call your dealer immediately. Do not try to repair the
unit as you may cause an injury or damage the heater.
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Table of Contents
Safety Information 4
Specications, Dimensions & Clearances
Testing the Unit
Grounding
Installation
Installation with the Bolero Front 1
Installation with the Adorn Front 1
Installation with the Arch Fronts 1
Operating Instructions
Maintenance
Spare Parts List
Spare Parts Diagram
Wiring Diagram
Warranty
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Safety Information
WARNING: IF THE INFORMATION IN THIS
MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, AN
ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE MAY RESULT
CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
INTRODUCTION
This Electric Fireplace is designed for residential
applications to be framed in as a zero clearance
replace.
This appliance has been tested in accordance with
UL 2021 and CSA C22.2 No. 46-M198 standards for
xed and location dedicated electric room heaters.
Installation must conform to local codes. In the
absence of local codes, electrical wiring and
grounding must comply with the National Electrical
Code ANSI/ NFPA 70 - latest edition. In Canada, the
current CSA C22-1 Canadian Electrical Code - latest
edition.
IMPORTANT: Before starting your replace
installation, read this installation and operation
manual very carefully to ensure you understand it
completely and entirely.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MAY RESULT IN A POSSIBLE ELECTRIC SHOCK,
FIRE HAZARD AND/OR INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
CAUTION: Do not install the replace directly onto a
carpet, rug, furniture or similar surfaces, which could
hinder or block the airow.
This appliance has hot and arcing or sparking parts
inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or
ammable liquids are used or stored.
This replace should not be used as a drying rack
for clothing, nor should christmas stockings or other
decorations be hung near it.
This appliance may become 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 3 feet (0.9
meter) from the front of this appliance.
CAUTION: Extreme caution is necessary when any
heater is used by or near children and whenever the
heater is left operating and unattended.
Do not operate any heater with damaged wiring or
connectors, or after the appliance malfunctions, or if it
has been dropped or damaged in any way.
Any repairs to this replace should be performed by a
qualied service technician only.
Under no circumstances should this replace be
modied. Parts having to be removed for servicing must
be replaced prior to operating the replace again.
Do not use this appliance outdoors. Do not expose
replace to the elements (such as rain, etc.).
This appliance is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas or similar indoor locations. Never locate
this appliance where it could fall into a bathtub or other
water container.
Do not run electrical wiring or power cord under
carpeting. Do not cover with throw rugs, runners or
similar materials.
If possible, avoid the use of an extension cord because
the extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of
re. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the
cord shall be no. 14 Awg minimum size and rated not
less than 1875 watts, 15 amps. The extension cord must
be a three wire cord with grounding type plug and cord
connection.
For coal ember bed lamps and ame generation lamps,
replace only with halogen lamp type GX 6.35 Rated 120
V, 35 W max. (embers) and 25 W max. (ames).
Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any
other use is not recommended by the manufacturer and
may cause a re, electric shock or injury to persons.
If appliance is to be disconnected, turn off controls rst.
Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any
ventilation or exhaust opening, as this may cause an
electric shock, re, or damage to the appliance.
To prevent a possible re, do not block air intakes or
exhausts in any way. Do not use near soft surfaces, like
a pillow, where openings may become blocked.
WARNING! This unit is supplied with coal
pieces which are loosely placed on the coal
ember bed. These pieces of coal are small
enough to possibly cause choking if swallowed
by young children.
KEEP SMALL CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE
UNIT AT ALL TIMES.
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Specications, Dimensions & Clearances
Specications
Power Supply: 120 V; 15-amp grounded, circuit
Power Cord Length: 7’ (213.3 cm)
Frequency: 60 Hz
Heater BTU Output: 5000 BTUs
Heater Power: 1500 W
Net Weight: 34 lb / 15.4 kg
Note: A dedicated power supply circuit is recommended for the unit but not required. Additional
electrical appliances on the same circuit may exceed the current (amperage) rating for that circuit. If
after the installation of your unit, the circuit breaker trips or the fuse fails on a repeated basis, then
a dedicated circuit will likely be required. Any new wiring must be done in compliance with local and
national codes and other applicable regulations in order to reduce the risk of re, electric shock or
other injuries. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that you hire a licensed electrician to complete
any such work.
Dimensions of Fireplace Insert
Height: 22-1/8” (562 mm)
Width: 17-5/8” (448 mm)
Depth: 8-3/4” (223 mm)
Top ViewFront View Side View
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Specications, Dimensions & Clearances
Suggested apperture dimensions for custom backing plate (not supplied). Dimensions
shown include the bracket kit 210EFK.
Height: 25-1/2” (648 mm)
Width: 19-1/4” (489 mm)
Depth: 11” (279 mm)
20-1/4” (514 mm)
Trim for
Bolero
minimum for mantels and cabinets
25-1/2” (648 mm)
19-1/4” (489 mm)
25-1/2” (648 mm)
Trim for
Adorn
Trim for
Arches
20-1/4” (514 mm)
20-1/4” (514 mm)
27-1/2” (699 mm)
2”
(51 mm)
19-1/4” (489 mm)
25-1/2” (648 mm)
Windsor front only (w/no plate):
The custom backing plate must be
cut out to receive the hooks from
the cast front arch.
1”
(25 mm)
Not to scale
29” (737 mm)
19-1/4” (489 mm)
25-1/2” (648 mm)
17-1/2” (444 mm)
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Specications, Dimensions & Clearances
Bolero FrontAdorn Front
Windsor Arch w/no plate
Classic Arch w/plateWindsor Arch w/plate
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Testing the Unit
Carefully remove the unit from the box. Prior to installation of the unit, test it to make sure it operates
properly. Plug the unit’s power supply cord into a conveniently located 120-volt grounded outlet.
Caution: The unit’s power supply cord must be connected to a properly grounded and protected 120-
volt outlet. Always use ground fault protection where required by the electrical code.
Warning: Do not operate the unit if it is damaged or has malfunctioned. If you suspect the unit
is damaged, return it to an authorized service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment or repair.
Refer to the Operating Instructions regarding the various controls and features of the unit further on in
this manual.
Grounding
This heater is for use on 120 volts. Its power cord has a three-prong plug with a grounding pin. It must
be plugged in a three-prong permanently grounded outlet. The grounding pin cannot be cut off to
t in a two-prong outlet.
If possible, avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat and cause
a risk of re. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the cord shall be no. 14 Awg minimum
size and rated not less than 1875 watts, 15 amps. The extension cord must be a three-wire cord with
grounding type plug and cord connection.
Installation
This section outlines how to install the replace insert into either:
• An existing replace or;
• A new construction or renovation.
Existing Fireplace Installation
Thoroughly clean out the existing replace and hearth area.
1.
Seal all drafts, vents or ash clean outs with berglass insulation. Seal the ue and once sealed,
2.
close the damper to stop debris from falling onto the unit.
If the existing rebox is susceptible to moisture, cap the top of the chimney ue to prevent the
3.
inltration of water.
Note: It is strongly advised that you hire a qualied professional to undertake this step in order
to prevent personal injury. Once the ue is capped, the chimney is no longer suitable for wood
burning.
Note: Do not install this unit into a replace that is prone to dampness; the area of installation
must be dry.
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