Touchstone SIDELINE 80053 User manual

SIDELINE® FURY SERIES ELECTRIC FIREPLACE HEATER
Model # : 80053, 80054, 80055, 80056
OWNER’S MANUAL
Sideline® Fury Series 46”, 50”, 57”, 65”
Recessed Electric Fireplace
AC 120V 60Hz 1465W
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
Keep this owner’s manual for future reference. If you sell or give this
product away, make sure this manual accompanies this product.

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Table of Contents
General Information...................................................................................................................................................... 4
ETL Approval Listing Information ........................................................................................................................... 4
Fireplace Specifications............................................................................................................................................ 4
Serial Number Label................................................................................................................................................. 5
Dimensional Drawings ............................................................................................................................................. 6
80053 –Sideline® Fury 46” Dimensions............................................................................................................. 6
80054 –Sideline® Fury 50” Dimensions............................................................................................................. 7
80055 –Sideline® Fury 57” Dimensions............................................................................................................. 8
80056 –Sideline® Fury 65” Dimensions............................................................................................................. 9
Unpacking Your Fireplace.......................................................................................................................................... 10
Parts and Hardware ............................................................................................................................................... 10
Unpacking and Setup.............................................................................................................................................. 10
Wiring ..................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Hard Wire Connection............................................................................................................................................ 12
Installation................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Choosing Installation Location............................................................................................................................... 13
Removing The Glass Panel..................................................................................................................................... 14
Recessed Installation .............................................................................................................................................. 15
Installing the Crystal Embers and Drift Wood Logs .............................................................................................. 18
Crystal Ember Installation .................................................................................................................................. 18
Installing Drift Wood Logs................................................................................................................................. 18
Reinstalling the Glass Panel................................................................................................................................... 19
Wall Mounted Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 21
Wall Mounted Installation –cont. .............................................................................................................................. 24
Wall Mounted Installation –cont. .............................................................................................................................. 25
Operating Fireplace..................................................................................................................................................... 26
Power...................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Methods of Operation............................................................................................................................................. 26
Control Panel Functions...................................................................................................................................... 27
Wireless Remote Control Functions................................................................................................................... 28
Remote Control Operation...................................................................................................................................... 30
Temperature Limiting Control................................................................................................................................ 30
Care and Maintenance................................................................................................................................................. 31
Cleaning.................................................................................................................................................................. 31
Maintenance............................................................................................................................................................ 31
Warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................... 32

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING!
•THIS FIREPLACE IS HOT WHEN IN OPERATION AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS
•Do not operate fireplace before reading and understanding operating instructions. Failure to operate fireplace
according to operating instructions could cause fire or injury.
•Risk of burns. This fireplace is HOT when in operation and heating element is ON. Power to the fireplace
should be turned off and the fireplace allowed to cool before servicing. To disconnect power to the fireplace,
turn controls to off, then remove plug from outlet.
•Do not install damaged, incomplete, or substitute components.
•Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in same room with fireplace. Toddlers, young
children and others may be susceptible to accidental contact burns. A physical barrier is recommended if there
are at risk individuals in the house. To restrict access to the fireplace, install an adjustable safety gate to keep
toddlers, young children and other at risk individuals away from the fireplace and hot surfaces.
•Clothing and 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 that you have incorporated adequate safety measures to protect infants/toddlers from touching hot
surfaces.
•It is imperative that the control compartments, circulating blower, and its passageway is kept clean.
•Under no circumstances should this fireplace be modified.
•Do not use the fireplace if any part has been under water.
•Do not operate the fireplace with the glass panel removed, cracked or broken.
•Keep the packaging material out of the reach of children. As with all plastic bags, these are not toys and should
be kept away from children and infants.
•Servicing should only be done while the fireplace is disconnected from the power outlet.
•Unplug fireplace if not being used for an extended period of time.
•Do not operate this fireplace with a damaged cord or plug after the fireplace malfunctions, has been dropped, or
damaged in any manner.
•Always plug this fireplace into a wall outlet or receptacle. Never plug this fireplace into a surge protector,
extension cord, or relocatable power tap.
•Do not use outdoors.
•Never locate fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
•Do not run the 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.
•Connect to properly grounded outlets only.
•Do not insert foreign objects into any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock, fire, or
damage to the fireplace.
•To prevent a possible fire, do not block the air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on soft surfaces,
like a carpet, where openings may be blocked.
•Ensure clearances to combustibles are maintained when building a mantel or shelves above the fireplace.
Elevated temperatures on the wall or in the air above the fireplace can cause melting, discoloration or damage
to the decorations, a TV or other electronic components.

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General Information
ETL Approval Listing Information
This fireplace has been tested in accordance with the ETL Intertek Standards for fixed and location-dedicated
electric room appliances in the United States and Canada. If you need assistance during installation, please contact
our technical support department at 800-215-1990.
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 in the United States or the
Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 in Canada.
Fireplace Specifications
Model Number
80053
80054
80055
80056
Description
Sideline® Fury
46”
Sideline® Fury
50”
Sideline® Fury
57”
Sideline® Fury
65”
Voltage
120v AC
120v AC
120v AC
120v AC
Watts
Max 1465W Max 1465W Max 1465W Max 1465W
Amps
15 AMP
15 AMP
15 AMP
15 AMP
Fireplace Width
46”
50”
57”
65”
Fireplace Height
20”
20”
20”
20”
Fireplace Depth
4 ½”
4 ½”
4 ½”
4 ½”
Shipping Weight
63 lbs
65 lbs
72 lbs
79 lbs
Fireplace Weight
58 lbs
60 lbs
67 lbs
74 lbs

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Serial Number Label
Each Touchstone Home Products Electric Fireplace contains a serial number label on the shipping box. Please
remove the shipping label and place the label on the back page of this manual for future reference.

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Dimensional Drawings
80053 – Sideline® Fury 46” Dimensions
1465
3 15/16”
1 11/16”
5 29/32”
8 hours.
1 31/32”

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80054 – Sideline® Fury 50” Dimensions
1465
3 15/16”
1 11/16”
5 29/32”
1 31/32”
8 hours.

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80055 – Sideline® Fury 57” Dimensions
1465
3 15/16”
1 11/16”
5 29/32”
1 31/32”
8 hours.

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80056 – Sideline® Fury 65” Dimensions
1465
3 15/16”
1 11/16”
5 29/32”
1 31/32”
8 hours.

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Unpacking Your Fireplace
Parts and Hardware
Tools Required
•Phillips screwdriver
•Stud finder
•Level
•Tape measure
•Electric drill
•1/4”wood drill bit
What’s in the Box
Sideline Fury Fireplace
Wood Screws - 6
Drywall Anchors - 6
Remote Control
Metal Bracket
Wall Mount Bracket
(attached to back of fireplace)
Crystal Embers
(Large and Small)
Drift Wood Fire Logs
Unpacking and Setup
Unpacking Instructions
•Remove all parts and hardware from the carton and place them on a clean, soft, dry surface. Check the parts
list to make sure no parts are missing. If parts are missing, please contact technical support at 800-215-1990
for replacement parts.
NOTE: Dispose of plastic bag, as it may cause choking hazard with young children. Do not let children play
with plastic bag.

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Wiring
The Sideline® Fury series recessed fireplace can either be plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet or hard wire
connection.
Testing the Fireplace Prior to Installation
•Before installing the fireplace, test the fireplace to make sure that it operates properly.
•Plug fireplace into approved outlet and power on fireplace. Once fireplace is tested, continue with
installation.
•If you have any problems, please contact technical support at 800-215-1990
3-prong Outlet Installation
•Only use this fireplace on a 120V AC, 15-Amp grounded circuit. Never overload the circuit. If this
fireplace 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 fireplace.
•Always check the fireplace plug and connections before each use.
•Never plug this fireplace into an outlet that is cracked or has any loose wires or connections. Plugging this
fireplace into a faulty outlet could result in the outlet overheating or catching fire.
•Always plug this fireplace into a wall outlet or receptacle. Never plug this fireplace into a surge protector,
extension cord, or relocatable power tap.
•Make sure this plug fits securely into the outlet. Faulty wall outlet connections or loose plugs can cause the
outlet to overheat. If the outlet or faceplate is hot, discontinue use immediately and have a qualified
electrician inspect and/or replace the faulty outlet.
•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 receptacle is not available, an adapter MUST be used. The adapter MUST be
properly grounded to the outlet box (see figure below).
NOTE: Adapter NOT INCLUDED.

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Hard Wire Connection
If it is necessary to hard wire this appliance, a qualified electrician must remove the cord connection, and wire
the appliance directly to the house hold wiring.
This appliance must be electrically connected and grounded in accordance with local codes, if hard wired. In
the absence of local codes, use the current ANSI/NFPA 70 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE in the United States
or the current ETL C22.1 CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE in Canada.
A. Remove the cover plate from the right side B. Remove the wire connectors from the power
bottom of the appliance by removing the three cord. Keep power cord, in case needed in future.
screws, as shown above. Save screws for
Installation of new cover plate.
C. Remove the power cable and wires from the cover plate. Thread your wiring through the hole in the cover
plate for connecting to the wires in the Sideline® Fury fireplace.
D. Using the wire connectors, connect the ground green wires (G), the common white wires (N)
together, and then the hot black wires (L) Refer to Figure 3 when complete.
E. Reinstall the cover plate using the three screws, as shown in Figure 1.

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Installation
WARNINGS
•Due to high temperatures, keep the fireplace out of high traffic locations.
•Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 36”
away from the front of the fireplace.
•Never install the fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other body of water.
•Wear safety gloves and safety glasses for protection during installation. Broken glass may cause injury or
harm.
•Prevent contact with loose insulation. Do not install the fireplace against a vapor barrier or exposed
insulation.
•Do not expose the fireplace to the elements (rain, etc).
Choosing Installation Location
Choosing Wall Location
•Measure wall location to ensure that fireplace will fit on desired wall location.
•Minimum clearances (measurements taken from front of glass panel):
Bottom of Fireplace to Floor: 6”
Top of Fireplace: 8” to mantel
Sides of Fireplace: 0”
Top of Fireplace: 8” to TV
Back of Fireplace: 0”
Top of Fireplace: 8” to ceiling
•Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is located at least 36” away from combustible materials
such as curtains, drapes, furniture, bedding, or other combustible materials.
•See Safety Information Section for warnings about safe placement, safe installation, and proper use of this
product.

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Removing The Glass Panel
Remove the glass panel prior to installation. Please remove glass panel as per instructions below:
Instructions:
1. There are 2 screws in the top vent opening, one on the far left and one on the far right that secure the left and
right trim pieces in place. Remove both screws to remove the trim pieces.
2. After removing screws, tilt glass panel away from the fireplace. Lift the glass panel away from the fireplace to
remove the glass panel. Store the glass panel in a soft, dry place.
CAUTION: It is recommended that 2 people remove the glass panel to minimize chance of breakage.

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Recessed Installation
•Due to many different finish materials used on walls, it is highly recommended that you consult your local
builder before you install this fireplace in the wall.
•Select a location that is not prone to moisture and is located at least 36” away from combustible materials
such as curtains, drapes, furniture, bedding, or other combustible materials.
•In order to avoid the possibility of exposed insulation or vapor barrier coming in contact with the fireplace,
it is recommended that the walls of the fireplace enclosure be “finished” (ie. Sheetrock, drywall, etc) as you
would finish any other outside wall of your home. This will ensure that clearance to combustibles is
maintained within the wall cavity.
•Never install fireplace into load-bearing walls. When recessing fireplace in a wall, recess into non-load
bearing walls ONLY!
Instructions:
1. Choose a location in the wall to install fireplace.
2. Create opening in the wall that is no more than ¼” larger than metal firebox portion of fireplace.
Rough Opening Dimensions
Model
A
(Width)
B
(Height)
C
(Depth)
80053
44 9/16”
18 7/8”
4 ¾”
80054
48 ½”
18 7/8”
4 ¾”
80055
55 ½”
18 7/8”
4 ¾”
80056
63 3/8”
18 7/8”
4 ¾”
3. For in-wall, recessed installations, remove the rubber feet on the bottom of the fireplace.
To remove, use a Philips-head screwdriver to remove the four rubber feet on the bottom of the fireplace as shown
below.

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Recessed Installation –cont.
4. Install the wall anchors (if wall opening is covered in sheetrock) according to the dimensions shown in the
drawing below:
a. Install wall anchors
b. Close-up for dimensions for wall anchor
installation
5. Remove the 2 brackets on each side of the flame area as shown below. Keep the screws and brackets handy, as
they will be re-installed later.
a. Remove screws holding brackets in place
b. Remove brackets

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Recessed Installation –cont
6. With the help of a second person, insert the fireplace into the wall opening. Use the screws provided to fasten
the fireplace to your framing studs.
a. Insert fireplace into wall opening
b. Fasten fireplace to framing studs
7. Once the fireplace is secure, reinstall the 2 side brackets removed in step 4.
The fireplace is now ready to have the crystal embers and drift wood logs placed inside of the fireplace.

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Installing the Crystal Embers and Drift Wood Logs
Once the fireplace is installed in the wall, place crystal embers or drift wood in the fireplace.
Crystal Ember Installation
1. Remove the log set from the fireplace. Once the log
set is removed, a crystal strip will be beneath the log set.
Note: If the LED lights can clearly be seen, then the
crystal strip is missing. Please call customer service for
a replacement if missing.
2. Carefully, place crystal embers on crystal strip as
illustrated in the picture to the right. Apply an even
layer from side to side.
Installing Drift Wood Logs
1. Place the drift wood logs in the fireplace as shown below.

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Reinstalling the Glass Panel
Once completed installing crystal embers or fire log, you are now ready to reinstall the glass panel.
1. For recessed, in-wall applications, bend the glass panel tabs shown below UP as the top screws are not
needed for recessed applications. The glass panel will not install correctly if the tabs are not bent up for in-
wall, recessed applications.
For wall mount applications, do not bend tabs.
2. Fit the bottom of the glass panel into the slot in the bottom of the firebox (A). Once in place, push the top of
the glass panel back toward the firebox (B).
NOTE: The glass panel screws removed on p.12 are for shipping and wall-mount installation only. They are not
reinstalled in a recessed installation.

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Your Sideline® Fury Series fireplace is now ready for use!