Napoleon Electric Fireplace EF30 User manual

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• Do not burn wood or other materials in this fireplace.
• Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing ignition. Supervise young children when they are in the same room as the fireplace.
• Clothing or other flammable material should not be placed on or near the fireplace.
• Due to high temperatures, the fireplace should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies.
• Ensure you have incorporated adequate safety measure to protect infants/toddlers from touching hot surfaces.
• Check with your local hearth specialty dealer for safety screens and hearth guards to protect children from hot surfaces. These
screens and guards must be fastened to the floor.
• Any safety screen or guard removed for servicing must be replaced prior to operating the fireplace.
• It is imperative that the control compartments, burners and circulating blower and its passageway in the fireplace system are
kept clean. The fireplace should be inspected before use and at least annually by a qualified service person. More frequent
cleaning may be required due to excessive lint from carpeting, bedding material, etc. The fireplace area must be kept clear and
free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapours and liquids.
• Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified.
• Do not use this fireplace if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace
and to replace any part of the control system which has been under water.
• Do not operate the fireplace with the glass door removed, cracked or broken. Replacement of the glass should be done by a
licensed or qualified service person.
• Do not strike or slam shut the fireplace glass door.
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WARNING
10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
11-12 MAINTENANCE
13 REPLACEMENTS
Ordering Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts
14 TROUBLE SHOOTING
NOTE: Changes, other than editorial, are denoted by a vertical line in the margin.
PG 2-6 INTRODUCTION
Warranty
Important Instructions
Listing Approvals
Dimensions
Locating Your Fireplace
Grounding Fireplace
7-9 INSTALLATION
Existing Fireplace
Clearance to Combustibles
Thermostat and Thermosensor Installation
Hardwire Installation
9 FINISHING
Framing and Finishing
Hearth
Cold Climate Installation
Mantel
Finishing Checklist
TABLE of CONTENTS

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Electrical components and wearable parts such as fan/heater, motors, switches, nylon bearing components and
remote controls are covered and NAPOLEON® will provide replacement parts free of charge during the first year
of limited warranty.
Light bulbs and fuses are NOT covered by the warranty.
Any labour related to warranty repair is not covered.
NAPOLEON® ELECTRIC FIREPLACE PRESIDENT’S LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
NAPOLEON® warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only -- i.e., the individual or legal entity (registered
customer) whose name appears on the warranty registration card filed with NAPOLEON® -- provided that the purchase was made through an
authorized NAPOLEON® dealer and is subject to the following conditions and limitations:
This factory warranty is non-transferable and may not be extended whatsoever by any of our representatives.
Installation must be done in accordance with the installation instructions included with the product and all local and national building and fire
codes.
This limited warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, lack of maintenance, accident, alterations, abuse or neglect and parts installed
from other manufacturers will nullify this warranty.
This limited warranty further does not cover any scratches, dents, corrosion or discolouring caused by excessive heat, abrasive and chemical
cleaners nor chipping on porcelain enamel parts, mechanical breakage of PHAZER™ logs.
In the first year only, this warranty extends to the repair or replacement of warranted parts which are defective in material or workmanship
provided that the product has been operated in accordance with the operation instructions and under normal conditions.
NAPOLEON® will not be responsible for installation, labour or any other expenses related to the reinstallation of a warranted part and such
expenses are not covered by this warranty.
Notwithstanding any provisions contained in the President's Limited Lifetime Warranty, NAPOLEON’s responsibility under this warranty is defined
as above and it shall not in any event extend to any incidental, consequential or indirect damages.
This warranty defines the obligations and liability of NAPOLEON® with respect to the NAPOLEON® electric fireplace and any other warranties
expressed or implied with respect to this product, its components or accessories are excluded.
NAPOLEON® neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume, on its behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the sale of this
product.
Any damages to fireplace, brass trim or other component due to water, weather damage, long periods of dampness, condensation, damaging
chemicals or cleaners will not be the responsibility of NAPOLEON®.
The bill of sale or copy will be required together with a serial number and a model number when making any warranty claims from your
authorized dealer. The warranyt registration card must be returned within fourteen days to register the warranty.
NAPOLEON® reserves the right to have its representative inspect any product or part thereof prior to honouring any warranty claim.
NAPOLEON® electric fireplaces are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized
ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Assurance Certifcate.
NAPOLEON® products are designed with superior components and materials, assembled by trained craftsmen
who take great pride in their work. Once assembled the complete fireplace is thoroughly inspected by a qualified
technician before packing to ensure that you , the customer, receive the quality product that you expect from
NAPOLEON®.

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When using electric appliances, basic precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using this fireplace.
2. This fireplace is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not
let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles
when moving this fireplace. Keep combustible materials,
such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and
curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 meters) from the front of the
fireplace and keep them away from the sides and rear.
3. Extreme caution is necessary when this fireplace is used
by or near children and whenever the fireplace is left operat-
ing and unattended.
4. Always unplug fireplace when not in use.
5. Do not operate this fireplace with a damaged cord or
plug after the fireplace malfunctions, has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Return fireplace to authorized
service facility for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment, or repair.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. This fireplace is not intended for use in bathrooms,
laundry areas and similar indoor locations. Never locate
fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other water
container.
8. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with
throw rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange cord away from
traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
9. To disconnect fireplace, turn controls to off, then remove
plug from outlet.
10. Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
11. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ven-
tilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric
shock or fire, or damage the fireplace.
12. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or
exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces, like a
carpet, where openings may become blocked.
13. Use this fireplace only as described in this manual.
Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may
cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
14. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the exten-
sion cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire. However,
if an extension cord must be used, the cord shall be No.14
AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 watts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE
BEGINNING INSTALLATION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THEM COULD CAUSE A FIREPLACE MALFUNCTION
RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
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WARNING
All electric fireplaces have hot and arcing or sparking parts
inside. Do not use it in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable
liquids are present.
This electric fireplace is tested and listed for use only with
the optional accessories listed in these instructions. Use of
optional accessories not specifically tested for this electric
fireplace could void the fireplace warranty and/or result in
a safety hazard.
This electric fireplace meets the construction and safety
standards of H.U.D. for application in manufactured homes
when installed according to theses instructions.
1. Prior to plugging your fireplace into an electrical outlet,
verify that the house circuit breakers for the outlet are
on.
2. The fireplace may emit a slight, harmless odour when
first used. This odour is normal and it is caused by the ini-
tial heating of internal fireplace elements and will not occur
again.
3. If your fireplace does not emit heat, consult the operation
section of this manual for further information.
4. Use with a CSA or UL certified surge protector.
CAUTION
Risk of electric shock
Do not open
No user-serviceable parts inside
high temperature
keep electrical cords
Keep drapery and other furnishings at least 3 feet (0.9m) from
the front and sides of the fireplace.
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WARNING
CAUTION
High temperature, risk of fire. Keep electrical cords, dra-
pery, furnishings, and other combustibles at least 3 feet
(0.9m) from the front of the fireplace and away from sides
and rear.
Servicing should be done only while the fireplace is discon-
nected from the power supply circuit.
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

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This fireplace has been tested in accordance with the CSA Standards for fixed and location-dedicated electric room fire-
places in the United States and Canada. If you need assistance during installation, please contact your local dealer.
Model Number EF30
Description Electric Fireplace
Voltage 120V AC
Watts MAX 1500W
Amps 15 AMP Grounded Circuit
Unit Width 30" (762mm)
Unit Height 32.29" (820mm)
Unit Depth 11.02" (280mm)
Net Weight 77 lbs (35kgs)
Gross Weight 83.8 lbs (38kgs)
NOTE: This fireplace must be electrically wired and grounded in
accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with
National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 70-latest edition or the Canadian
Electric Code, CSA C22.1 as appropriate.
DIMENSION SPECIFICATIONS
LISTING APPROVALS
FIGURE 1a-d
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WARNING
Heater vents and air openings can not be covered in any
circumstances.

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LOCATING FIREPLACE
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WARNING
Due to high temperatures, this electric fireplace should be
located out of traffic. Keep combustible materials such as
furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes and curtains at
least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front of the fireplace.
Never locate this electric fireplace where it may fall into a
bathtub or other water container.
NOTICE
Minimum clearance of 1" on all sides, back and top must
be maintained at all times. Illustrations throughout these
instructions reflect typical installations and are for design
purposes only. Actual installations may vary slightly due to
individual preferences.
CAUTION
Wear safety gloves and safety glasses for protection during
installation and maintenance.
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WARNING
To prevent contact with sagging or loose insulation, the
electric fireplace must not be installed against vapor barrier
or exposed insulation. Localized overheating could occur
and a fire could result
Figure 2 illustrates a variety of ways the fireplace may be
located in a room. The fireplace may be installed directly on
the floor (uncarpeted), or raised on a hearth.
UNPACKING AND TESTING FIREPLACE
Carefully remove the unit from the box. Prior to installing
the fireplace, test to make sure the unit operates properly
by plugging the power supply cord into a conveniently
located 120 Volt grounded outlet.
This fireplace is for use on 120 Volts. The cord has a
plug as shown in (A) of Figure 1 given below. An adapter
as shown in (C) is available for connecting three-blade
grounding type plugs to two-slot receptacles. The green
grounding lug extending from the adapter must be con-
nected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded
outlet box. The adapter should not be used if a three-slot
grounded receptacle is available.
To disconnect fireplace, turn controls to off, then remove
plug from outlet.
GROUNDING FIREPLACE
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3

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WARNING
RISK OF FIRE! The power cord must not be pinched
against a sharp edge. Secure cord to avoid tripping or snag-
ging to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or personal
injury. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord
with throw rugs, runners or the like. Arrange cord away from
traffic areas and where it will not be tripped over.
RISK OF FIRE! To prevent a possible fire, do not block
air intake or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft
surfaces where openings may become blocked.
RISK OF FIRE! Do not blow or place insulation against
the fireplace.
This electric fireplace is tested and listed for use only with
the approved optional accessories. Use of optional acces-
sories not specifically tested for this electric fireplace could
void the warranty and/or result in a safety hazard.
If the information in these instructions is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death. Do not store or use
gasoline or other flammable vapors in the vicinity of this or
any other fireplace.
BEFORE INSTALLATION
Select a suitable location that is not susceptible to moisture
and is away from drapes, furniture and high traffic areas.
NOTE: Follow all national and local electrical codes. This
fireplace can be installed into either an existing fireplace
opening or as new construction / renovation.
EXISTING FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
Thoroughly clean out the existing fireplace and hearth area.
Plan the power supply. If an existing grounded outlet is
near the fireplace, the power cord can run behind the fire-
place. If the cord is not long enough to reach the outlet, a
grounded extension cord minimum AWG No. 14 and rated
to a minimum of 1875 watts may be used. If you plan to cut
or drill a hole in the existing fireplace for wiring, it is best
to hire a professional to do this step in order to prevent
personal injury. To reduce the risk of fire, do not run the
power cord under rugs, carpets, etc. Arrange the power
supply cord away from high traffic areas where it may pose
a tripping hazard.
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
Sides 1"
Back 1"
Top 1"
NEW CONSTRUCTION OR RENOVATION
1. Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is
located at least 0.9 m or 3 feet away from combustible
materials such as curtains or drapes, furniture, bedding,
paper, etc.
2. Place the unit in selected location to see how it will look
in the future.
3. Mark the desired location on the floor and store unit in a
safe, dry and dust free location.
4. Frame in an opening leaving at least 1/4" (6 mm) around
the edge of the unit. Any new wiring must be done in com-
pliance with local and national codes and other applicable
regulations in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or other injuries. Therefore, it is strongly recommended
that you hire a professional to complete any such work.
INSTALLING THE FIREPLACE
1. Once the site has been prepared, the fireplace can be
installed.
2. Make sure the main power switch is in the "OFF" posi-
tion.
3. Plug the fireplace into a 15-amp/120 Volt, grounded
outlet. Use a CSA or UL approved surge protector.
4. Push in the fireplace so that the trim is against the fin-
ished mantel or wall surface.
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WARNING
This appliance must remain removable from the enclosure.
The appliance may be hardwired, but it is recommended
that it be plugged into a standard outlet using the supplied
power cord. This appliance must not be sealed around the
front facing.
Fireplace vents located on the front and back of this electric
fireplace cannot, in any way, be covered as it may create
a fire hazard.
INSTALLATION

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THERMOSTAT AND THERMAL SENSOR INSTALLATION
This fireplace has two options for heat control.
First is a thermal controlled sensor, which comes plugged into the fireplace beside the main power cord. Figure 4. This sensor has no
user temperature set points, it will turn off the heater when the sensor reaches its pre-set point, and will only turn the heater back on
when it has cooled back down below this set point. On the low setting (green light) the set point is 16°C/61°F, on medium (orange light)
22°C/72°F and on high (red light) 28°C/82°F. This small sensor can be placed anywhere in the room within the length of the sensor wire,
but it should not be placed near the top or front of the fireplace. Placing the sensor too close to the heater area of the fireplace will cause
unwanted cycling of the heater.
Second is the option of a wall-mounted thermostat. Napoleon Part # W690-0001, W660-0081, or an equivalent low voltage thermostat.
A wall thermostat can be used in place of the thermal control sensor. You must first remove the sensor by unplugging it from the right
side of the fireplace beside the main power cord. Replace the sensor with the wire harness provided in the manual baggie. Plug it into
the fireplace and connect the other end to the thermostat. Figure 5&6. The thermostat should be placed as per the thermostat installa-
tion instructions.
FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5
FIGURE 6

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HARDWIRE INSTALLATION
HARD WIRING CONNECTION
If it is necessary to hard wire this
fireplace, a qualified electrician
may remove the cord connection,
and wire the unit directly to the
house hold wiring.
This fireplace must be electrically
connected and grounded in ac-
cordance with local codes, if hard
wired. In the absence of local
codes, use the current CSA C22.1
CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE
in Canada or the ANSI/NFPA 70-
1996 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE in the United States.
CAUTION Ensure all power is
turned off before hard wiring this
fireplace.
1. Remove cover plate located beside the power cord to reveal the 7/8” wire hole.
Discard cover plate, screws and insert a box connector into the hole.
2. Remove the lower back panel from the fireplace to expose wiring.
3. Remove the power cord strain-relief from the side of the fireplace and cut the cord where shown below.
This will be the hardwire connection point.
4. Feed the supply wires through the box connector and the grommet.
5. Using wire connectors connect the common (white) wires together, then the hot (black) wires, and then the ground (green) wires.
6. Ensure the newly connected wires are kept away from the rotating parts and the circuit board, and re-install the back panel.
NOTE: This fireplace must be serviced from the back, leave enough wire so that the fireplace can be removed from the enclosure with-
out disconnecting the power supply wires.
Remove 2 screws on cover plate.
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 4
ELECTRIC DIAGRAM
23
5W
IF YOU PUT IN THE TEMPERATURE
SENSOR ON THE WALL.PLS CHOOSE 2
IF YOU USE THE
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR.PLS CHOOSE 1
2
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TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SWITCH
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RECEIVER
MAIN CONTROL
POWER
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Hot Wire
Cut
Power Cord
FIGURE 6 FIGURE 8
FIGURE 7
Final Connection
Common Wire
Ground Wire
Box
Connector

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NOTE: In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insulation
or vapour barrier coming in contact with the fireplace body,
it is recommended that the walls of the fireplace enclosure
be “finished” (ie: drywall/sheetrock), as you would finish any
other outside wall of a home. This will ensure that clearance
to combustibles is maintained within the cavity.
HEARTH
A hearth is NOT necessary but is recommended for aesthetic
purposes.
COLD CLIMATE INSTALLATION
MANTEL
The minimum distance from the top of the unit that the mantel
can be installed is 10", at any depth.
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WARNING
It is MANDATORY to have an insulated wall behind the
fireplace, when the fireplace is being installed on an outside
wall or chase.
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WARNING
When using paint or lacquer to finish the mantel, the paint or
lacquer must be heat resistant to prevent discoloration.
FINISHING CHECKLIST
1. Power supply service must be completed prior to finishing
to avoid reconstruction.
2. Fireplace vents and air openings cannot be covered in
any circumstances.
FINISHING
FRAMING AND FINISHING
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 11