Quadra-Fire QV32E-B Owner's Manual

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Quadra-Fire • Village Collection Electric Fireplace • 4030-782 Rev D • 11/05 9Note: This heater must be electrically wired and groundedin accordance with local codes or, in the absence of localcodes, with National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latestedition or the Canadian Electric Code, CSA C2.1 asappropriate.All wiring must be done by a qualified electrician.Use appropriate wire to meet local and nationalcodes for rated power consumption. Shock RiskImproperly grounded outlets could causeelectrical shock.• Always use properly grounded, fused andpolarized outlets.• Always used ground fault protection whererequired by electrical code.WARNINGLabel all wires prior to disconnection when servicingcontrols. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerousoperation. Verify proper operation after servicing.CAUTIONDisconnect remote controls during your extended absence.This will prevent accidental operation of the heater.CAUTIONA. 120VAC Wall Outlet Installation• The heater is The heater is wired from factory with apolarized plug.• For ease of electrical hook up, you may wish to install theheater near an existing outlet. A 15 amp, 120 volt circuit isrequired. A dedicated circuit is preferred but not essentialin all cases. A dedicated circuit will be required if, afterinstallation, the circuit trips or fuse blows on a regularbasis when the heater is operated. Additional applianceson the same circuit may exceed the current rating of thecircuit breaker.• Before plugging heater into wall outlet, make sure allcontrol switches are in the “OFF” position. To accessthe controls, lift up on the lower grille panel and rotate itforward.• If the power cord is not being used, go to Step B below. Ifthe cord does not reach the outlet, a No. 16-AWG minimumwire size extension cord rated for a minimum of 1875 wattsmay be used. Use minimum length and do not coil cord.B. 120VAC Hardwire Installation• Turn off circuit breaker.• Access knockout.• Remove the access cover plate.• Disconnect the power cord from the terminal block.• Remove the knockout and install the cable clamp (notprovided) into the hole.• Feed 8 in. of service wire through the cable clamp andsecure.• Connect the black wire from the service to the L1terminal.• Connect the white wire from the service to the Nterminal.• Connect the green (ground) from the service to the GNDterminal.• Optional wall switch wiring is to be done at this time.• Replace access cover plate.Shock RiskFire RiskImproperly protected power cords couldcause electrical shock or fire.• Do not pinch the cord or lay against asharp object.• Do not cover the cord with carpeting, throwrugs or runners.• Secure and arrange cord to avoid atripping hazard.• Do not coil cord.WARNINGNote: Follow all national and local electrical codes.4 WiringModel Description Voltage WattsAmps(120/240)QV32E-B 31 in. fireplace 120 1400 12.5QV32EV-B 31 in. fireplace 240 2600 12.5