Vendor Development Group EF38B, ALWALL-25 Owner's Manual

ELECTRIC FLAT PANEL FIREPLACE HEATER

all safety

this product. Failure to do so could result in

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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OWNERS MANUAL

Model Numbers: EF38B and ALWALL-25

Only use this heater as described in this manual. Any other use is not recommended
by the manufacturer, and may cause fire, electric shock, or other personal injury.

WARNING! Read and understand this entire owner’s manual, including
information, before plugging in or using
fire, electric shock, serious personal injury, or death.

WARNING! INDOOR use only! NEVER use this heater outdoors!

CAUTION! Keep this owner’s manual for future reference. If you sell or give this product

away, make sure this manual accompanies this product.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!

WARNING

 ALWAYS keep electric cords, home furnishings, drapes, clothing, papers, or other

WARNING

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combustibles at least 3 feet (0.9m) away from the front of this heater, and away from the
bottom, sides, and rear of this heater.

 DO NOT place the heater near a bed because objects such as pillows or blankets can fall off

the bed and be ignited by the heater.

 DO NOT COVER this heater or block the air vents at all. Doing so could cause a fire.
 AVOID fire or electric shock! NEVER insert or allow any foreign objects to enter the

ventilation or exhaust openings of this heater.

 Prevent Fire! Keep all flammable liquids, like gasoline or paint, away from this heater. This

heater produces arcing sparks that could ignite flammable liquids.

 DO NOT cover this heater in any manner. Doing so could block the air flow and cause the

unit to overheat, or could ignite the material c overing the heater.

 NEVER run the power cord under carpet, rugs, runners, or any other covering. Doing so

could cause the cord or materials covering the cord to overheat.

 AVOID FIRE! Regularly inspect all air vents to make sure they are free from dust, lint, or other

blockage. Unplug the unit and clean with a vacuum ONLY. DO NOT rinse or get wet.

 For residential use only! NOT for commercial use! NEVER use this fireplace for other than

its intended purpose.

 ALWAYS ATTACH WALL MOUNT B RACKET TO WALL AND HANG UNIT BEFORE USE.

NEVER USE WHILE THE UNIT IS SITTING ON THE GROUND OR OTHER SURFACE.

 The wall mount bracket is designed for use ONLY with this product. NEVER use a wall

mount bracket from another ma nu fac tur er .

 Use extreme caution if using this heater near children, or where children may be present.
 NEVER leave this heater unattended. ALWAYS unplug this heater when not in use.
 This heater is hot when in use. AVOID INJURY! DO NOT TOUCH hot surfaces, or a ttem pt

to move this heater while it is hot.

 ALWAYS turn this heater off before unplugging it from the outlet.
 AVOID INJURY! Keep the cord from crossing traffic areas to avoid tripping.
 NEVER modify this fireplace. Doing so could result in personal injury or property damage.

Modification of this fire pl ac e completely voi ds all warran t ies .

 Discontinue use if this fireplace malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner.

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WARNING

 Risk of electric shock! DO NOT OPEN! No user-serviceable parts inside!

The cord supplied with the heater has a

with two blades (live and neutral) and

receptacle is not available, an adapter

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 ALWAYS disconnect this unit from the power supply before performing any assembly or

cleaning, or before relocating the electric fireplace.

 ALWAYS store this heater in a dry location. NEVER use the fireplace if it has become wet.
 NEVER use this heater in bathrooms, laundry rooms, or any other location where the

heater could fall into a bathtub or pool, become damp or come in contact with wate r .

 NEVER hang this unit on a wall directly below an electrical outlet.
 NEVER operate this heater if the power cord or plug has become damaged, or if the

grounding pin is damaged or missing.

 Place the heater near a wall outlet so an extension cord is not needed. If an extension cord is

needed, the gauge of t he cord must be at least 14AWG, and the rating must be at least

1875 Watts. NEVER use a smaller gauge cord with a lower rating. Doing so may result in
fire or electric shock.

 ONLY use this heater on a 110~120 Volt 15 Amp grounded circuit. NEVER overload the

circuit. If this heater trips the circuit breaker, unplug all other appliances on the same circuit

before the next use. Avoid plugging other appliances into the same circuit as this heater.

 NEVER plug this heater into an outlet that is old, cracked, or has any loose wires or

connections. Plugging this heater into a faulty outlet could result in electric arcing within
the outlet that could cause the outlet to overheat or catch fire.

 ALWAYS check your heater cord and plug connections with each use!

i) MAKE SURE the plug fits tight in the outlet! Faulty wall outlet connections or loose plugs

can cause the outlet to overheat.

ii) Heaters draw more current than small appliances. Overheating may occur even if it

has not occurred with the use of other appliances.

iii) During use check frequently to see if the plug outlet or faceplate is HOT!
iv) If the outlet or faceplate is HOT, discontinue use immediately and have a qualified

electrician inspect and/or replace the faulty outlets.

•
plug
one round pin (ground). If a 3-slot

MUST be used. The adapter MUST be
properly grounded to th e outlet box (see

figure at r ight).

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PREPARATION

A – Firebox (1)

B – Front Glass Panel (1)

C – Wall Mount Bracket (1)

1 – M5x10 Machine

2 – M4x8 Machine

RC – Remote Control (1)

RC -Battery (1)

FB – Fuel bed (1)

3 – ST5x40 Wood Screws (4)

4 – ST4x30 Drywall Screws (4)

5 – 15x40 Drywall Anchors (4)

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This carton includes a GLASS panel! Always use extreme caution when handling glass.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage.

Remove all parts and hardware from the carton and place them on a clean, soft, dry surface. Check
to make sure nothing is missing. Dispose of packaging materials properly. Please recycle.

Tools (not included): Phillips screwdriver; stud finder; lev el ; tape me asur e; elec tric drill; 1/16” drill bit.

Concrete walls: DO NOT use these anchors. Consult a professional for proper anchoring methods.

PARTS & HARDWARE

Screws (2)

Screws (2)

Box 1 – Air Vent Panel, Hardware, Remote Control Box 2 –Fue l be d

Box 3 – Wall Hanging Hardware

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

STEP 1. Remove the mounting bracket (C) from the rear of the firebox (A) by unscrewing the two

STEP 2. Find a safe location. Minimum clearance on each side must be at least 8 inches (20cm);

so an extension cord is not

, cinder

Minimum 14 inches (35cm)

Wall or other

Floor or other

surface

Minimum 8 inches (20cm)

from edge of glass

Minimum 8 inches

of glass

Minimum 8 inches (20cm)

from edge of glass

A

C

1

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M4x10 machine screws (1) along the bottom edge of the firebox.

(20cm) from edge

from edge of glass

objects at side

minimum clearance from the floor must be at least 14 inches (35cm); minimum clearance f rom the
front must be at least 3 feet (0.9m). Choose a location near an outlet
required. DO NOT position the unit directly below a power outlet. See Safety Information on
pages 2 and 3 for more warnings about placement, installation, and use of this product.

The wall mount fasteners included with this fireplace are for use ONLY with a

NOTICE

wood-framed wall covered in drywall (sheet rock). For concrete walls
blocks, or other wall types, consult a professional for the best attachment methods.