Flame & Shade COLORADO EFI-TJ23B2 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
COLORADO
ELECTRIC FIREPLACE INSERT
MODEL# EFI-TJ23B2 EFI-TJ23B3
120V AC; 60 HZ; MAXIMUM POWER 1500 WATTS
ALL ELECTRIC. NO WOODOR CHARCOAL. NO GAS. NO VENTING REQUIRED.
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
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.
Keep this owner’s manual in a safe place for future reference. If you sell or give this product away,
make sure this manual accompanies this product.
Pictures within this owner’s manual are for reference only. Please refer to the actual product for
appearance.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
WARNING
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•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 water.
•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.
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Read these instructions carefully before using this heater!
This heater is hot when the heat mode is in use. To avoid burns, DO NOT let bare skin touch hot
surface. If provided, always use handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials,
such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the
front of the heater, and keep them away from the sides and rear.
EXTREME CAUTION is necessary when any electric heater is used.
NEVER operate this heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions,
has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Discard heater, or call a certified technician
for examination and or/repair.
NEVER run the power cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover powder cord with throw rugs,
runners, or similar coverings. DO NOT route power cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange
power cord away from any traffic area, and where it will not be tripped over.
Connect to properly grounded power outlets ONLY.
NEVER insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening,
as this may cause electric shock, fire, or damage the heater.
To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or exhaust in any manner.
Doing so could cause a fire. DO NOT place the heater near soft surface, such as curtains or
bedding, where openings may become blocked.
The heater contains hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. DO NOT use it in areas where
gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.
Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the
manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
ALWAYS plug the heater directly into a wall outlet. NEVER use the heater with an extension
cord or relocatable power board (outlet/power strip).
NEVER place the heater near bedding or curtains because objects such as pillows or blankets
can fall off the bed and be ignited by the heater.

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WARNING
•For residential use only! NOT for commercial use! Any commercial or public use of this
heater voids all warranties , and could cause injury.
•This product is not intended to be a primary heat source. It is for supplemental heat only.
•INDOOR use only! NEVER use this heater outdoors! Doing so may result in electric shock!
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•NEVER modify this heater. Doing so could result in personal injury or property damage.
Modification of this fireplace completely voids all warranties.
•ALWAYS turn this heater off before unplugging it from the outlet.
•ALWAYS disconnect this unit from the power supply before performing any assembly
or cleaning, or before relocating the product.
•NEVER leave this heater unattended. ALWAYS unplug this heater when not in use.
•ALWAYS store this heater in a dry location. NEVER use the product if it has become wet.
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•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.
•The power cord supplied with the heater has
three prongs: two flat blades (live and neutral)
and one round pin (ground). If a 3-slot
is not available, an adapter MUST be used.
The adapter MUST be properly grounded
to the outlet box (see figure at right).
[NOTE: Adapter NOT INCLUDED.]
ONLY use this heater on a 120V AC 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.
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Risk of electric shock! DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER! NO user-serviceable parts inside!
outlet
Ensure a wall outlet is close by so an extension cord is not needed.

PREPARATION
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NOTICE
This product includes GLASS! ALWAYS use extreme caution when handling
glass. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage.
NOTICE
Make sure all parts are dry, and the power cord and plug are not damaged.
See IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on pages 2 and 3.
PARTS AND HARDWARE
1 x Remote Control
Fireplace Insert
ABC
1. Remove all parts and hardware from the carton and place them on a clean, soft
and dry surface.
2. Compare the contents with the parts list to make sure nothing is missing.
3. Dispose of all packaging materials properly.
4. Please recycle whenever possible.
2 x AAA Batteries
POWER ON/OFF
HEATER
-LOW
-HIGH
-OFF
FLAME TIMER
FLAME&SHADE
TEMP - + TEMP

OPERATION
POWER
METHODS OF OPERATION
TEMPERATURE LIMITING CONTROL - AUTO SHUT OFF
This heater is equipped with a Temperature Limiting Control. Should the heater reach an unsafe
temperature (239°F / 115°C), the heater will automatically turn OFF.
Front View
Back View
Top View
Left Side View
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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 electric shock, fire, serious
injury, or death.
NOTICE
This heater is not intended to be a primary heat source. It is designed to provide
supplemental heat, and should not be left running to continuously for more than
eight hours.
TO RESET
This electric fireplace can be operated by the CONTROL PANEL, located on the front panel of the
fireplace (see figure below), or by the battery-powered REMOTE CONTROL. Before operating,
please review the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on Page 2 and 3, and follow all warnings.
Make sure the POWER switch, located on the front panel, is turned OFF. Plug the power cord into
a 120 Volt 15 Amp grounded outlet (see IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on Pages 2 and 3).
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.
Turn OFF the POWER switch on the CONTROL PANEL. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
Wait 15 minutes. Inspect the fireplace to make sure no vents are blocked, or clogged with dust or lint.
If they are, use a vacuum to clean the vent areas. With the POWER switch turned OFF, plug the power
cord back into the outlet and turn the POWER switch ON. If the heater switches off again, UNPLUG
THE HEATER RIGHT AWAY! Have the outlets, wiring and breaker box inspected by a professional.
Make necessary repairs before using the heater again.