SIDELINE® SERIES ELECTRIC FIREPLACE HEATER Model # : 80004, 80011, 80013, 80014, 80015, 80025, 80027, 80028, 80029, 80032, 80043 OWNER’S MANUAL 28”/36"/45”/50"/60”/72"/84”/100” Sideline® Series Recessed Electric Fireplace AC 110-120V 60Hz 1500W WARNING Read and understand this entire owner’s manual, including all safety information, before plugging in or using this product. Failure to do so could result in fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 2 Table of Contents General Information ................................................................................................................................................... 4 CSA Approval Listing Information ........................................................................................................................... 4 Fireplace Specifications.............................................................................................................
Recessed Electric Fireplace 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • THIS FIREPLACE IS HOT WHEN IN OPERATION AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS Do not operate fireplace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fireplace according to operating instructions could cause fire or injury. Risk of burns. This fireplace is HOT when in operation and heating element is ON.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 4 General Information CSA Approval Listing Information This fireplace has been tested in accordance with the CSA Standards for fixed and location-dedicated electric room appliances in the United States and Canada. If you need assistance during installation, please contact our technical support department at 800-215-1990.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 5 Dimensional Drawings 80004 – Sideline® 50” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 6 80011 – Sideline® 60” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 7 80013 – Sideline® Steel 50” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 8 80014 – Sideline® 36” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 9 80015 – Sideline® 72” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 10 80025 – Sideline® 45” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 11 80027 – Sideline® 40” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 12 80028 – Sideline® 28” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 13 80029 – Sideline® 50” White Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 14 80032 – Sideline® 100” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 15 80043 – Sideline® 84” Dimensions www.touchstonehomeproducts.com 800.215.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 16 Unpacking Your Fireplace Parts and Hardware Tools Required • Phillips screwdriver • Stud finder • Level • Tape measure • Electric drill • 1/4” wood drill bit What’s in the Box Wood Screws - 6 Drywall anchors - 6 Remote Control - 1 Metal Bracket - 2 Crystal Embers – 1 bag Plastic Crystal Tray – 1 Fireplace - 1 Wall Bracket - 1 (installed under log set in fireplace) Fire Log - 1 Unpacking and Setup Unpacking Instructions: • Remove all parts and hardware from the ca
Recessed Electric Fireplace 17 Wiring The Sideline® series recessed fireplace can either be plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet or hard wire connection. Testing the Fireplace Prior to Installation • • • Before installing the fireplace, test the fireplace to make sure that it operates properly. Plug fireplace into approved outlet and power on fireplace. Once fireplace is tested, continue with installation.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 18 Hard Wire Connection If it is necessary to hard wire this appliance, a qualified electrician must remove the cord connection, and wire the appliance directly to the house hold wiring. This appliance must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes, if hard wired. In the absence of local codes, use the current ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the United States or the current CSA C22.1 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in Canada. A.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 19 Installation WARNINGS • Due to high temperatures, keep the fireplace out of high traffic locations. • Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 36” away from the front of the fireplace. • Never install the fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other body of water. • Wear safety gloves and safety glasses for protection during installation. Broken glass may cause injury or harm.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 20 Removing The Glass Panel Prior to installation, it is best to remove the glass panel. Please remove glass panel as per instructions below: Instructions 1. There are 2 screws in the top vent opening, one on the far left and one on the far right. Remove both screws from the glass panel. 2. After removing screws, lift glass panel UP and STRAIGHT OUT toward you to remove from fireplace. Place glass panel in a soft, dry place.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 21 Removing The Steel Panel (80013 Sideline Steel only) Prior to installation, it is best to remove the front panel from your 80013 Sideline Steel Fireplace. Please remove front panel as per instructions below: Instructions 1. There are 2 screws securing the front panel to the firebox, one on the far left and one on the far right. Remove both screws from the front panel. NOTE: These screws are for shipping purposes only.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 22 Recessed Installation • Due to many different finish materials used on walls, it is highly recommended that you consult your local builder before you install this fireplace in the wall. • Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is located at least 36” away from combustible materials such as curtains, drapes, furniture, bedding, or other combustible materials.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 23 Recessed Installation – cont. 3. With the help of a second person, insert fireplace into wall opening and secure with mounting screws provided. 4. Once the fireplace is installed in the wall, place crystal embers or fire log in the fireplace. a. Crystal Ember Installation 1. Remove the log set from the fireplace. Once the log set is removed, a plastic strip will be beneath the log set. Note: If the LED lights can clearly be seen, then the crystal strip is missing.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 24 Recessed Installation – cont. b. Fire log Installation 1. The faux fire log comes preinstalled in the fireplace. If the faux fire log was not installed, place fire log in fireplace as illustrated below. 5. Once completed installing crystal embers or fire log, reinstall glass panel. The hooks on the back of the glass panels fit into the slots on the side of the firebox. Once in the slots, the glass panel goes down and locks into place.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 25 Wall Mounted Installation • Due to many different finish materials used on walls, it is highly recommended that you consult your local builder before you install this fireplace on the wall. • Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is located at least 36” away from combustible materials such as curtains, drapes, furniture, bedding, or other combustible materials. Instructions 1.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 26 Wall Mounted Installation – cont. 4. Mark location of bracket on wall and then mount the bracket to the wall using the supplied screws and dry wall anchors. The hooks in the bracket MUST be pointed away from the wall, upward, and level. Note: Mount bracket to at least 2 studs. If 2 studs cannot be used, ensure that the supplied dry wall anchors are used to affix the bracket to the wall and the bracket is adequately secured before moving to the next step. www.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 27 Wall Mounted Installation – cont. 5. With the wall mounting bracket installed, have 2 people lift the fireplace up and insert the 2 hooks on the bracket into the back of the fireplace. The 2 hooks on the mounting bracket will line up with the 2 holes on the back of the fireplace. Once aligned, the hooks will insert into the holes in the back of the fireplace and lock in the down position. Mounting bracket installed on wall Hang fireplace on mounting bracket hooks 6.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 28 Operating Fireplace Once the fireplace has been plugged into a grounded outlet, the fireplace is now ready for operation. Ensure that the house circuit breakers for the power supply are turned on. Power Plug the power cable into a 110v 15 amp grounded outlet. Make sure the outlet is in good condition and that the plug is not loose. NEVER exceed the maximum amperage for the circuit. DO NOT plug other appliances into the same circuit.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 29 Remote Control Operation • This remote control uses 1 CR2025 battery (included). • To improve operation of the remote control, aim the remote control at the front of the fireplace. DO NOT PRESS the buttons too quickly. Give the unit time to respond to each command. • NOTICE: NEVER dispose of batteries in fire. Failure to observe this precaution may result in an explosion. Dispose of batteries at your local hazardous material processing center.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 30 Care and Maintenance Cleaning • ALWAYS turn the heater OFF and unplug the power cord from the outlet before cleaning, performing maintenance, or moving the fireplace. Failure to do so could result in electric shock, fire, or personal injury. • NEVER immerse in water or spray with water. Doing so could result in electric shock, fire, or personal injury. Metal: • Buff using a soft cloth, slightly dampened with citrus oil-based product.
Recessed Electric Fireplace 31 Warranty Touchstone Home Products®, Inc warrants our electric fireplaces to be free of defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of purchase. Touchstone will repair or replace any fireplace or fireplace part that is deemed defective or becomes defective during normal use within one year after the date of purchase.
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