Home Decorators Collection 23WM597-PI54 User manual

USE AND CARE GUIDE
WHITTINGTON ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
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1005207104/312727389/23WM597-PI54
1005207108/312727375/23WM597-PI35

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MAXIMUM LOAD 40 lb. (18.2 kg)
CAUTION: This unit is intended for use only with the products and maximum weights indicated. Use with other products or products heavier
than the maximum weights indicated may result in instability causing possible injury.
Maximum Load Warning...........................................2
Safety Information.....................................................3
Warranty ..................................................................... 5
Pre-Assembly............................................................. 6
Hardware Included ................................................... 6
Product Specications....................................................... 6
Tools Required ................................................................... 6
Package Contents.............................................................. 7
Assembly....................................................................8
Operation .................................................................16
FCC/IC Information......................................................... 19
Care & Cleaning....................................................... 19
Troubleshooting....................................................... 20
Replacement Parts.................................................. 22
Maximum Load Warning
Table of Contents

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Please read and understand this entire manual before
attempting
to assemble, operate or install the product. If you
have any question regarding the product, please call customer
service at 1-800-988-7021, 8 a.m.-7 p.m., EST, Monday-Friday,
9 a.m. - 6 p.m., EST, Saturday.
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electrical shock,
and injury to persons including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. If possible, always unplug this appliance when not in use.
3. Only a qualied service person should repair this product.
4. Do not use outdoors.
5.
Do not cover the cord under the carpeting. Do not cover
with throw rugs, runners or the like. Arrange the cord away
from trafc areas and where it will not be tripped over.
6. To disconnect this appliance, turn the controls to the off
position, and then remove the plug from the outlet.
7. Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
8.
This appliance, when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the current CSA C22.1
Canadian Electrical Code. For U.S.A. installations, follow
local codes and the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
NO.70.
9. This appliance has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside.
Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or ammable
liquids are used or stored. This replace should not be
used as a drying rack for clothing. Do not hang Christmas
stockings or other decorations on or near this product.
10. There is a thermostat limiter inside the heater. When inner
temperature overheating or abnormal heating occurs, the
thermostat protective device will cut off the power supply
to avoid damage to the replace or risk of re.
Safety Information
WARNING: Under no circumstances should this replace be
modied. Parts that must be removed for servicing must be
replaced prior to operating this replace again.
DANGER:
High temperatures may be generated under
certain abnormal conditions. Do not partially or fully cover
or obstruct the front of this heater.
WARNING: If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING: In order to avoid overheating, do not cover the
heater.
WARNING:
Use extreme caution when operating heater
near children and the disabled.
WARNING:
Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter
any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric
shock or re, or damage the appliance.
WARNING: To prevent a possible re, do not block air intakes
or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a bed,
where the opening may become blocked.
WARNING:
This appliance has hot and arcing or sparking parts
inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or ammable
liquids are used or stored. This replace should not be used as a
drying rack for clothing. Do not hang Christmas stockings or other
decorations on or near this product.
WARNING:
Use this appliance only as described in the manual.
Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause
re, electric shock or injury to persons.
WARNING: This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate this
appliance where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
WARNING: This appliance is not a toy. Supervise children
playing near it.
WARNING:
This heater may include a visual alarm to warn
that parts of the heater are getting excessively hot. If the alarm
illuminates, immediately turn the heater off and inspect for any
objects on or adjacent to the heater that may have blocked the
airow or otherwise caused high temperatures to have occurred.
DO NOT OPERATE THE HEATER WITH THE ALARM ILLUMINATING.
CAUTION:
Never leave the heater operating unattended.
Extreme caution is necessary if unsupervised children or invalids
are nearby.
CAUTION:
Before assembly, carefully use scissors or a utility
knife to cut and unwrap all parts. Make sure you do not discard
the hardware.

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Safety Information (continued)
NOTE:
To avoid injury from unexpected starting or electrical
shock, do not plug the power cord into a source of power during
unpacking and assembly. The cord must remain unplugged
whenever you are adjusting/assembling the replace.
If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to use or
plug in the power cord until the missing or damaged part is
correctly replaced. To avoid electric shock, use only identical
replacement parts when servicing double-insulated tools.
NOTE:
Use care in assembling your new fireplace. Take your
time and use the hardware provided and a quality Phillips head
screwdriver. Never overtighten bolts.
• Do not sit on any part of the mantel.
• It is recommended to work on a soft surface like a rug or to
lay out a blanket to protect the furniture from getting scratched
during the assembly process.
NOTE:
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

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Warranty
1 Year Limited Warranty: The manufacturer warrants that your new Electric Fireplace is free from manufacturing and material defects for
a period of one year from date of purchase, subject to the following conditions and limitations.
1. Install and operate this appliance in accordance with the installation and operating instructions furnished with the
product at all times. Any unauthorized repair, alteration, willful abuse, accident, or misuse of the product shall nullify
this warranty.
2. This warranty is non-transferable, and is made to the original owner, provided that the purchase was made through
an authorized supplier of the product.
3. The warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of part(s) found to be defective in material or workmanship,
provided that such part(s) have been subjected to normal conditions of use and service, after said defect is conrmed
by the manufacturer’s inspection.
4. The manufacturer may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with respect to this warranty by refunding
the wholesale price of the defective part(s).
5. Any installation, labor, construction, transportation, or other related costs/expenses arising from defective part(s),
repair, replacement, or otherwise of same, will not be covered by this warranty, nor shall the manufacturer assume
responsibility for same.
6. The owner/user assumes all other risks, if any, including the risk of any direct, indirect or consequential loss or
damage arising out of the use, or inability to use the product, except as provided by law.
7. All other warranties – expressed or implied – with respect to the product, its components and accessories, or any
obligations/liabilities on the part of the manufacturer are hereby expressly excluded.
8. The manufacturer neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume on its behalf, any other liabilities with
respect to the sale of the product.
9. The warranties as outlined within this document do not apply to non-accessories used in conjunction with the
installation of this product.
10. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This warranty is void if:
a. The replace is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation.
b. There is any unauthorized alteration, willful abuse, accident, or misuse of the product.
c. You do not have the original receipt of purchase.
Warranty

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Part Description Part Number Quantity
AA Screw- 3.5 x 15 mm PH-SCRNKL008 2
BB Bolt- 6.3 x 25 mm PH-BLTBLK001 11
CC Flat Washer PH-WSRBLK001 11
DD Wood Dowel PH-DWLNTL001 26
EE Cam Lock Screw PH-KDBZNC001 17
FF Cam Lock Connector PH-KDCZNC001 17
GG Screw- 4 x 50 mm PH-SCRBLK006 10
HH Screw- 3.5 x 12 mm PH-SCRBLK013 4
II Bolt- 6.3 x 12 mm PH-BLTBLK002 28
JJ Plastic Connector Block PH-PCXXX005 14
KK Tipping Restraint Hardware PH-BKTWHT003 1
LL Threaded Insert Screw (Pre-attached) PH-THRZNC001 11
MM Floor Glide (Pre-attached) PH_GLDBRW001 4
NN Metal Plate (Pre-attached) PH-PLTBLK001 2
Pre-Assembly
HARDWARE INCLUDED
II JJ KK LL MM NN
DDCC EE FF GG
HH
AA BB
NOTE:
Hardware not shown to actual size.
Phillips Screwdriver
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
VOLTAGE 120VAC, 60 Hz
AMPS 12.5 Amps
WATTS 1500 Watts
PLANNING ASSEMBLY
Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with Hardware Included and Package Contents lists.
If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble, install or operate the product. Contact customer service for replacement
parts.
Estimated Assembly Time: 90 Minutes
TOOLS REQUIRED

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Part Description Quantity
A Bottom Shelf 1
B Left Surround Panel 1
C Right Surround Panel 1
D Top Surround Panel 1
E Left Decorative Surround Panel 1
F Right Decorative Surround Panel 1
G Top Panel 1
H Top Decorative Surround Panel 1
I Left Side Panel 1
J Right Side Panel 1
K Base Left Side Rail 1
L Base Right Side Rail 1
M Base Back Rail 1
N Base Front Rail 1
O Fireplace Insert 1
PACKAGE CONTENTS
NOTE: All panels are labeled left
and right as viewed from the front of
unit.
Pre-Assembly (continued)
C
N
E
O
A
B
D
F
M
H
L
K
G
J
I

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Locate the Left Decorative Surround Panel (E) and
Right Decorative Surround Panel (F).
Align pre-drilled holes of each Panel (E, F) with
the inner edges of the surround assembly.
Place one Washer (CC) over the top of each
pre-drilled hole.
Secure one Bolt (BB) through each Washer (CC) in
each pre-drilled hole.
Assembling the front surround
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Locate the Top Decorative Surround Panel (H).
Insert the Wood Dowels (DD) into the pre-drilled holes along
the edge of the Top Decorative Surround Panel (H) where
indicated.
Align the pre-drilled holes at the edges of each Decorative
Surround Panel (E, F) with the previously installed
Wood Dowels on the Top Decorative Surround Panel (H).
Attaching decorative surround panels
1
Locate the Top Surround Panel (D).
Insert the Wood Dowels (DD) into the pre-drilled holes on
the edge of the Top Surround Panel (D) where indicated.
Locate the Left Surround Panel (B) and the Right
Surround Panel (C).
Align pre-drilled holes at the top edge of each
panel (B, C) with the previously installed wood dowels
on the Top Surround Panel (D).
Preparing the surround panel
Assembly
H
DD
E
E
F
F
CC
BB
DD
D
C
B

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Assembly (continued)
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Align Washers (CC) over the pre-drilled holes of
the Top Decorative Surround Panel (H).
Secure panels in place using Bolts (BB) through
each washer and into the pre-drilled holes.
Securing the surround assembly
6
Insert Cam Lock Screws (EE) into the pre-drilled hole
along the edges of the surround as shown. Tighten using a
Phillips screwdriver.
Insert the Wood Dowels (DD) into the pre-drilled holes
where indicated.
Preparing the surround for main assembly
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Find the pre-attached Metal Plates (NN) located on the
Top Decorative Surround Panel (H).
Rotate each bracket to span across the edges of each
Decorative Surround Panel (E, F).
Secure each bracket with a Screw (AA).
Attaching the surround bracket
H
H
BB
CC
EE
DD
NN
AA
F
E

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I
FF
J
DD
K
II
JJ
L
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Assembly (continued)
Insert Wood Dowels (DD) into the bottom edges of
the main assembly as indicated.
Locate the Base Left Side Rail (K) and Base
Right Side Rail (L).
Insert Bolts (II) through the Two-Hole Plastic
Connector Blocks (JJ) on each rail as shown.
Tighten with the Phillips screwdriver.
Locate the Left Side Panel (I) and the Right Side Panel (J).
Align pre-drilled holes on the edges of each
Side Panel (I, J) with the previously installed cam lock
screws and wood dowels from step 6.
Secure the cam lock screws in the Left Side Panel (I) by
inserting the Cam Lock Connectors (FF) into the pre-drilled
holes as shown.
Tighten with a Phillips screwdriver.
Repeat for the Right Side Panel (J).
Preparing for the bottom assembly
Preparing the base panels
Attaching the side panels