Home Decorators Collection SP6977 User manual

53” Deluxe Decorative Electric
Fireplace Storage Mantel
White and Gray Finishes
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MODEL NO. SP6977 & SP7159

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT: Retain for future reference, and read carefully.
Warning! To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the following safety
instructions before assembling and operating this fireplace.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B
digital devices, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. The equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try
and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1.This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Important Safety Information 3
Parts List 6
Assembly 7
Operating Instructions 8
Cleaning and Maintenance 9
Troubleshooting Guide 11
Warranty 12

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons.
Read all instructions before installing or using the fireplace.
DANGER: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, an electric shock or
fire may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING: This appliance is hot when in use. To avoid burns, DO NOT let bare skin
touch hot surfaces. Keep combustible material, such as furniture, pillows, bedding,
papers, clothes and curtains, at least 3’ (1 m) from the front, side and rear of the heater.
WARNING: Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or
individuals with disabilities and whenever the fireplace is left operating and unattended.
WARNING: DO NOT run cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover cord with throw rugs,
runners, or similar coverings. Arrange cord away from traffic areas and where it will not
be tripped over.
WARNING: Do NOT insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust
opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the appliance.
WARNING: This appliance has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. DO NOT use
it in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable vapours or liquids are used or stored.
This fireplace should not be used as adrying rack for clothing. Christmas stockings or
decorations should not be hung in the immediate vicinity.
Use this appliance only as described in the manual. Any other use is NOT recommended
by the manufacturer and may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
CAUTION!
•If possible, ALWAYS unplug this appliance when not in use.
•DO NOT operate any heater with adamaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions.
•DO NOT operate any heater if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Disconnect power at service
panel and have heater inspected by areputable electrician before reusing.
•Any repairs to this fireplace should be carried out by aqualified service person.
•Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified. Parts having to be removed for servicing must be
replaced prior to operating this fireplace again.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
•This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas or other similar indoor locations. NEVER
place heater where it may fall into abathtub or other water container.
•To disconnect this appliance, turn controls to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.
• ONLY connect to properly-grounded outlets.
•This appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, with the
current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code or follow the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA N0.70.
•To prevent apossible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. DO NOT use on soft surfaces,
like abed, where opening may become blocked.
• The heaters MUST NOT be located immediately below a socket-outlet.
•ALWAYS plug heaters directly into awall outlet/receptacle. NEVER use with an extension cord or
relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip/power bar).

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IMPORTANT SAFETY IMFORMATION
Grounding Pin
A
M
etal Screw
Cover of
Grounding
B
Box
C
Grounding Means
Adaptor
D
Grounding Pin
•There is athermostat device inside of the unit. If the inner temperature overheats or abnormal heating
occurs, the thermostat will cut off power supply to prevent damage or risk of fire.
•DO NOT slide insert on top of wood floors as it may scratch the surface.
•DO NOT place any objects on top of insert and top air intake vents as this will cause unit to overheat and
can cause afire.
Electrical Specifications
Electric Connection
•15A, 120 V, 60 Hz circuit with a properly-grounded outlet is required. Preferably, the fireplace will be on a
dedicated circuit as other appliances on the same circuit may cause the circuit breaker to trip or the fuse to
blow when the heater is in operation. The unit comes standard with 6’ (1.8 m) three-wire cord, exiting from
the rear of the fireplace. DO NOT exceed the current rating of the current tap. ALWAYS plug heaters directly
into a wall outlet/receptacle. NEVER use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power
strip/power bar).
•This heater is for use on 120 V. The cord has a plug as shown below. See illustration for grounding
instruction. An adaptor as shown in Fig. C is available for connecting three-blade grounding type plugs
to two-slot receptacles. The green grounding plug extending from the adaptor must be connected to a
permanent ground such as a properly-grounded outlet box. The adaptor should not be used if a three-slot
grounded receptacle is available.
Voltage 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Amps 11.7 A
Watts 1,400 W

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PARTS LIST
Fireplace Mantel - 1A
Safety Mounting Tap - 2
2
Fireplace Insert - 1
B
Screw for Mantel - 2 + (1)
C
Screw for W all Anchor - 2 + (1)
Remote Control -1D
Washer -4 + (2)
E
Wall Anchor -2
4
Touch-up Pen -1
1
3
The hardware in ( ) is separated for backup.

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Step 1
Requires 1, A, B , C, D, E
Drill two holes into the wall and insert wall anchor E. Then install the safety
mounting tape Aon top rear of mantel 1using washer Dand screw B.Attach
opposing side of the safety mounting tape A using washer D and screw C
fastened into wall anchor.
ASSEMBLY
A
D
B
E
C
1
A
A
1
B
C
E
1
D
D

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Power Button
• Pressing the power button will turn the unit ON or OFF.
•When the unit is in ON mode, the power icon indicator light will glow green.
•When the unit is in OFF mode, the power icon indicator light will glow red. If the heater is working when the
unit is powered OFF, the blower will run for additional time to cool off the heater elements.
Note: Each time the unit is plugged in, the fan and heater will turn on for afew seconds as aprogrammed
internal check.
Note: Unless the main power is interrupted, the unit will remember the last heating level and flame brightness
settings.
Mode Button
•Press the mode button to cycle through the different functions. Each time the mode button is pressed,
the mode will rotate through Temperature, Timer, Logset Brightness, Flame Brightness or Flame Colour.
Temperature Setting
• The temperature mode controls the heater’s thermostat setting.
•Press the up arrow button or down arrow button to scroll through the pre-set temperature range from 15 to
30°C (59 to 86°F).
•Hold the mode button for 3seconds. This allows the unit to change from °C to °F or °F to °C. The unit
default is °F.
Note: This function is only available if using the control panel.
•When the ambient temperature is higher than the set temperature, heater will turn off automatically.
Timer Setting
•The timer mode shoud be used to set the countdown for the unit’s main power.
•Press the up arrow button or down arrow button to adjust the timer setting from 0hours (OFF) to 9hours
with 0.5 hour intervals.
Logset Brightness Setting
•The logset brightness mode should be used to set the logset brightness.
•Use the up arrow button or down arrow button to scroll through the logset brightness settings: F0 (flame
off, lowest brightness of ember bed), F1, F2, F3, F4, F5 (brightest).

CARE AND MAINTENANCE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Flame Brightness Setting
• The flame brightness mode is used to set the flame brightness.
•Use the up arrow button or down arrow button to scroll through the flame brightness settings: F0 (flame off,
lowest brightness of ember bed), F1, F2, F3, F4, F5 (brightest).
Flame Colour Setting
• The flame colour mode should be used to set the flame color.
•Use the up arrow button or down arrow button to scroll through the flame colour settings: C1 (Yellow), C2
(Blue), C3 (Yellow &Blue), C4 (Auto Change &Logset brightness Fade In /Fade Out).
Up Arrow Button
•Use up arrow button to increase the setting of the selected function.
Down Arrow Button
•Use down arrow button to decrease the setting of the selected function.
Child Lock
Activate Child Lock
•When the unit is ON, hold the POWER button for 10 seconds to activate the child lock function. E3 will be
displayed and the unit will beep 3 times indicating that the child lock function is activated. All function keys
are locked. When any button is pressed, E3 will show on the display indicating that the child lock function is
activated.
Deactivate Child Lock
•To deactivate the child lock function, hold the POWER button for 10 seconds.
Note: The child lock function is only available if using the control panel.
Care and Maintenance
•Make sure the unit is turned OFF, unplugged and the heating elements of heater are cool whenever you are
cleaning the heater.
•Clean the metal trim using awater-dampened soft, clean cloth. DO NOT use brass polish or household
cleaners as these products will damage the metal trim.
•The motors used on the fan and the flame generator assembly are pre-lubricated for extended bearing life
and require no further lubrication.However, periodic cleaning/vacuuming of the fan/heater and air intake/
output vents is recommended.
•Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
WARNING: During any service of this appliance, the power to the unit must be turned off.
First turn the main power switch to the “OFF” position. Then remove the electrical plug
from the wall outlet.
Replacing the Remote Control Battery
When the remote control stops operating or its range seems reduced, it is time to replace the battery. Note:
The battery should be removed if the product is to be left unused for along time.
Caution: Non-rechargeable batteries must not be recharged. Exhausted battery is to be removed from the
product.
1.The battery compartment is located on the back end of the remote control.
2. Press the small tab inward as you slide the battery door open and remove the old battery.
3.Insert anew CR2025 lithium battery (not included), ensuring the polarities of the battery match the inside of
the battery compartment.
4.Re-insert the battery door.
Disposal of Used Battery
A battery may contain hazardous substances that could be dangerous to the
environment and human health.
This symbol marked on the battery and/or packaging indicates that used battery
shall not be treated as municipal waste.Instead it shall be left at the appropriate
collection point for recycling.
By ensuring the used battery is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. The
recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more information about collection and recycling of used batteries, please contact your local municipality,
your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased this item.
WARNING: Make sure the power is turned off before proceeding. Any electrical repairs
or rewiring of this unit should be carried out by alicensed electrician in accordance with
national and local codes.
WARNING: Do not use this fireplace if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call
a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace and replace any part of the electrical
system.
If repairing or replacing any electrical component or wiring, the original wire routing, colour
coding and securing locations must be followed.
WARNING: Electrical outlet wiring must comply with local building codes and other
applicable regulations to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
No power.
Logs do not
glow.
The unit does not have
power.
Check that unit is plugged into a
standard 120 V outlet. Then make
sure power is set at “ON” position.
E1 displayed
on control
panel with
beep sound.
1.The overheat sensor
has been engaged.
2.Unplug the unit
when the unit in the on
position.
Unplug unit, wait 5-10 minutes, then
the sensor will reset itself. Plug the
unit back in and turn on the heater. If
the problem persists, call customer
service.
E2 displayed
on control
panel.
The ambient
temperature sensor is
broken or not working
correctly.
Unplug unit, wait 5-10 minutes, then
the sensor will reset itself. Plug the
unit back in and turn on the heater. If
the problem persists, call customer
service.
E3 displayed
on control
panel.
Child lock function is
active.
To deactivate the child lock function,
hold the POWER button for 10
seconds.
Fan motor
continues
to blow
after unit is
powered off.
Normal operation.
This is astandard feature; the blower
runs for additional time to cool off
the heater tubes.
Power cord
gets warm to
the touch.
Normal operation.
This is normal for aheater appliance
as it requires more current to
operate. Check the connections of
the appliance cord and the outlet.
Make sure the plug fits tightly
into the outlet. During use, check
the plug and outlet frequently
to determine if it is HOT; if so,
discontinue use of the appliance and
consult with aqualified electrician
to check or change the overheating
outlet(s).