Quadra-Fire QV26E Owner's Manual

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Quadra-Fire • QV26E • 4038-827 Rev E • 02/0541 Listing and Code ApprovalsNot intended for use as a primary heat source.This heater is tested and approved as a decorative heater.It should not be factored as a primary heat source inresidential heating calculations.Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, serviceor maintenance can cause injury or property damage.Refer to the owner’s information manual provided withthis heater. For assistance or additional informationconsult a qualified installer, service agency or yourdealer.WARNINGA. CertificationThis heater has been tested in accordance with the UL2021Standards for fixed and location-dedicated electric roomheaters in the United States, the current CSA C22.2 No. 46in Canada and has been listed by Underwriters LaboratoriesInc. for installation as described in this manual. All compo-nents are UL or CSA safety certified.This heater has been tested and listed for use with the op-tional components specified in this manual. These optionalcomponents may be purchased separately and installed ata later date.Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & HomeTechnologies Inc.Fire Risk• Do not install or operate damaged heater.• Do not modify heater.• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & HomeTechnologies Inc. is strictly prohibited.• Do not operate the heater without fully assembling allcomponents.• Installation and/or use of any component part notapproved by Hearth & Home Technologies.Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any responsibilityfor, and the warranty and agency listing will be voided bythe above actions.WARNINGB. Important InstructionsWhen using electrical heaters, basic precautions should al-ways be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,and injury to persons, including the following:• Read all instructions before using this heater.• This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not letbare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handleswhen moving this heater. Keep combustible materials,such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, andcurtains at least 12 in. (305 mm) from the front of theheater and keep them away from the sides and rear.• Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is usedby or near children or invalids and whenever the heateris left operating and unattended.• Always unplug heater when not in use.• Do not operate any heater with a damaged cord or plugor after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped ordamaged in any manner. Return heater to authorizedservice facility for examination, electrical or mechanicaladjustment, or repair.• Do not use outdoors.• This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundryareas and similar indoor locations. Never locate heaterwhere it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.• Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord withthrow rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange cord away fromtraffic area and where it will not be tripped over.• To disconnect heater, turn controls to “OFF”, then removeplug from outlet.• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilationor exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shockor fire, or damage the heater.• To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes orexhaust in any manner.• A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Donot use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammableliquids are used or stored.• Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any otheruse not recommended by the manufacturer may causefire, electric shock, or injury to persons.• Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extensioncord may overheat and cause a risk of fire. However, if youhave to use an extension cord, the cord shall be No. 16AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 watts.• Always use properly grounded fused and polarizedoutlets.• Always use ground fault protection where required byelectrical code.• Always disconnect power before performing any cleaning,maintenance or relocation of the heater.• To prevent a possible fire, do not burn wood or othermaterials in this heater.• To prevent electric shock or fire, always use a certifiedelectrician should new circuits or outlets be required.• When transporting or storing the heater, keep in a dryplace free from excessive vibration and store as to avoiddamage.• SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTUREREFERENCE.