EMPIRE COMFORT SYSTEMS EBL34 Nexfire Contemporary 34-Inch Wall-Mount Linear Electric Firebox Owner’s Manual

SINCE 1932
Owner’s Manual
Model EBL34

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Always read this manual first before attempting to install or use this fireplace. For your safety, always comply with all warnings and safety instructions contained in this manual to prevent personal injury or property damage.
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NOTE: Procedures and techniques that are considered important enough to emphasize.
CAUTION: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will result in damage to the equipment.
WARNING: Procedures and techniques which, if not carefully followed, will expose the user to the risk of fire, serious injury, or death.

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****IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical 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 electric fireplace.

2. This fireplace is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. The trim around the heater outlet becomes hot during the heater operation.
   DANGER: High temperatures may be generated under certain abnormal conditions. Do not partially or fully cover or obstruct the front of this heater.

3. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the unit is left operating and unattended.

4. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

5. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirmed persons without supervision.

6. Do not operate the unit after it malfunctions. Disconnect power at the service panel and have the unit inspected by a reputable electrician before reusing it.

7. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or its service agent, or a qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

8.  Do not use outdoors.

9. Never locate a fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.

10. To disconnect the fireplace, turn the controls off, and turn off the power to the heater circuit at the main disconnect panel.

11. Do not run the cord under carpeting. Do not cover the cord with throw rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange the cord away from the traffic area so that it will not be tripped over.

12. Do not locate the heater immediately below a fixed socket outlet.

13. 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 to the heater.

14. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner.

15. All electrical heaters have hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.

16. 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.

17. Do not change the plug in any way. Always plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip).

18. Do not bum wood or other materials in the electric fireplace.

19. Do not strike the fireplace glass.

20. Always use a certified electrician should new circuits or outlets be required.

21. Always use properly grounded, fused, and polarized outlets.

22. Disconnect all power supplies before performing any cleaning, maintenance, or relocation of the unit.

23. When transporting or storing the unit and cord, keep it in a dry place, free from excessive vibration, and store it so as to avoid damage.
    WARNING: Remote control contains small batteries. Keep away from children. If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
    WARNING: Do not install battery backward, charge, put in the fire, or mix with used or other battery types – may explode or leak causing injury.
    NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment

**| CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE| **
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Quick Reference Guide

1. The electrical information regarding your electric fireplace can be found on the rating label located on the front of the unit, behind the glass.
2. If you have any technical questions or concerns regarding the operation of your electric fireplace or require service contact customer service at 1-888-346-7539.
3. For the dimensions of your fireplace, refer to Figure 1.

Fireplace Installation

Site Selection Review and consider all of the following conditions before installation:

• Dimensions of the unit: 34.1 in. (867 mm) x 19.4 in. (494 mm)
• For surface installation, the unit requires a minimum of 2 wall studs in order to ensure secure installation. For other installation methods, suitable framing is required.

There are three possible mounting methods:

• Surface mount (pg. 10);
• Partial Recessed (pg. 11);
• Flush mount (pg. 12), and any of these have the option of being hard-wired or plugged directly into the wall outlet.

WARNING: The top of the fireplace is to be installed at least 4″ (10.2 cm) from the ceiling.

CAUTION: Ensure installation does not allow the fireplace to be in direct contact with the building vapor barrier or insulation and meets all local building codes.
NOTE 1: A 15 Amp, 120 Volt circuit is required. A dedicated circuit is preferred but not essential in all cases. A dedicated circuit will be required if, after installation, the circuit breaker trips or fuse blows on a regular basis when the heater is operating. Additional appliances
on the same circuit may exceed the current rating of the circuit breaker.
WARNING: Ensure the power cord is not installed so that it is pinched or against a sharp edge and ensure that the power cord is stored or secured to avoid tripping or snagging to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons. Construction and 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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of the heater.

1. Select a location that is not susceptible to moisture and is away from drapes, furniture, and high traffic.
2. For ease of electrical hook up you may wish to locate the fireplace near an existing outlet (for plug-in convenience) (refer to NOTE 1).
3. Remove the fireplace, front glass, and hardware from the box and remove all packaging materials before installation.
4. Store the fireplace in a safe, dry, and dust-free location until you are ready to install the fireplace.

Grounding Instructions

This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product — if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. This product is for use on a nominal
120-volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plugin Figure 1. Make sure that the product is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this product.
Hardwire Installation
The fireplace is provided with a three-prong plug installed for plug-in convenience. Hardwiring the fireplace is also an option for any installation.
WARNING: Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician.
WARNING: Ensure that the circuit on which the fireplace is to be installed has the power cut off at the service panel until installation is complete.

1. Carefully remove the electrical cord bracket from the back of the fireplace by removing the three retaining screws. (Figure 3)

2. Remove the wire access cover off of the unit at the front to access the wire connections. (Figure 4)
   

3. Pull the wires and connectors out of the back opening.

4. Unscrew the three wire connectors inside the electrical box and separate the wires.

5. Install the supplied hardwire bracket (with the 1/2″ wire hole) onto the firebox. (Figure 3)

6. Leaving a minimum of 3 in. (7.6 cm) of slack, route the power supply wires through the hole in the electrical cover bracket and secure with a wire clamp (not supplied).

7. Connect the black wire (L) from the unit to the live wire from the power supply using one of the wire connectors removed in step 4.

8. Connect the blue and white wires (N) from the unit to the neutral wire from the power supply using the second wire connector from step 4.

9. Connect the green wire (G) from the unit to the ground wire from the power supply using the third wire connector from step 4.

10. Reposition the wire access covers over the wires and connectors and attach them to the fireplace chassis using the screws removed in step 2.

11. Refer to the Front Glass Installation section for final installation procedures.

For Bathroom
Use If this unit is installed in a bathroom it must be protected by a GFI receptacle or circuit. If a receptacle is used it must be readily accessible. To prevent electrical shock this unit is an electrical appliance that is NOT watertight and must be installed as to prevent water from entering the unit. This must be installed away from showers, tubs, etc. Never locate fireplace where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
Surface Mount Installation
CAUTION: Two people may be required for various steps of this procedure.

1. Choose your method of supplying power to the unit:
   • Plug in to an existing outlet or install an outlet nearby.
   • Hard wire the fireplace. Follow the hard wiring instructions on page 8.
   WARNING: Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician. WARNING: Ensure that the circuit on which the fireplace is to be installed has the power cut off at the service panel until installation is complete.

2. Determine the mounting location of the unit so that the wall mounting bracket can be installed into 2 wall studs.
   NOTE: It is recommended that the mounting bracket be installed 56 in. (142 cm) off of the ground to maintain an optimized viewing angle of the flame.

3. Hold the wall mounting bracket, with the bubble level on the top, on the wall so that the bubble on the level is centered between the two black lines.
   

4. Mark the 3 mounting screw locations, on the wall, ensuring that the wall bracket stays level. (Figure 5)

5. In locations where the screws are being installed only into drywall, install the supplied wall anchors before installing the screw (predrill if required).

6. Secure the wall bracket to the wall using the supplied 1% in. (3.8 cm) mounting screws and washers into the wall and/or wall anchors.

7. Install the bottom support bracket to the wall centered with the wall mounting bracket, using the appropriate mounting hardware, 13 %” (350 mm) below the wall mounting bracket. (Figure 5)

8. Remove the center back screw from the bottom of the fireplace. (Figure 6)

9. Hang the fireplace from the bracket.

10. Install the removed screw through the bottom support bracket into the fireplace.

11. Refer to the Front Glass Installation section for final installation procedures.
    

Partial Recessed Installation – 2×4 Framing
CAUTION: Two people may be required for various steps of this procedure.

1. Prepare a wall with a framed opening of 30’/2 in. (77.5 cm) wide x 16 ‘A in. (42 cm) high (Figure 7).
   NOTE: The sizing has allowed for 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) around the fireplace insert for ease of installation. This fireplace does not require any additional venting.
   NOTE: It is recommended that the bottom of the unit not be mounted higher than 40 in. (102 cm) from the ground to maintain an optimized viewing angle of the flame.

2. Choose your method of supplying power to the unit:
   • Plug in (you may run the power cord out of the framed wall opening to an existing outlet or install an outlet on a nearby wall stud within the wall).
   • Hard wire the fireplace (recommended). Follow the hard wiring instructions on page 8.
   WARNING: Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician.
   WARNING: Ensure that the circuit on which the fireplace is to be installed has the power cut off at the service panel until installation is complete.

3. Lift fireplace and insert into the opening (Figure 8).

4. Use the supplied bubble level to level the fireplace within the framing, and adjust as required.

5. Drive four supplied mounting screws through the four mounting holes located in each corner of the fireplace chassis, into wall studs (Figure 8).

6. Refer to the Front Glass Installation section for final installation procedures.
   

Flush Mounted Installation – 2×8 Framing
CAUTION: Two people may be required for various steps of this procedure.

1. Prepare a wall with a framed opening of 33 in. (83.8 cm) wide x 18 % in. (47 cm) high (Figure 9).
   NOTE: The sizing has allowed for 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) around the fireplace insert for ease of installation. This fireplace does not require any additional venting.
   NOTE: It is recommended that the bottom of the unit not be mounted higher than 40 in. (102 cm) from the ground to maintain an optimized viewing angle of the flame.

2. Choose your method of supplying power to the unit:
   • Plugin (you may run the power cord out of the framed wall opening to an existing outlet or install an outlet on a nearby wall stud within the wall).
   • Hard wire the fireplace (recommended). Follow the hard wiring instructions on page 8.
   WARNING: Do not attempt to wire your own new outlets or circuits. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons, always use a licensed electrician. a WARNING: Ensure that the circuit on which the fireplace is to be installed has the power cut off at the service panel until installation is complete.
   

3. Lift fireplace and insert into opening. The fireplace’s mounting should be flush against the wall (Figure 9).

4. Use the supplied bubble level to level the fireplace within the framing, and adjust as required.

5. Drive four supplied mounting screws through the four mounting holes located on the inside surface of the fireplace chassis, into wall studs (Figure 10).

6. Refer to the Front Glass Installation section for final installation procedures.
   

Front Glass Installation

1. Pour and evenly distribute the supplied media in the Media tray of the firebox (Figure 11).
2. Carefully mount the front glass assembly so that the front glass hooks hang on the front glass mounts on the fireplace (Figure 11).
3. Use the supplied two Phillips sheet metal screws to fasten the glass assembly tabs to the fireplace (Figure 12).
4. If the unit is not hard-wired, plug the fireplace into a 15 Amp, 120 Volt outlet (refer to NOTE 1).

Operation

WARNING: This electric firebox Display™ for 5 must be properly installed before it splays” for seconds. is used.

The unit can be controlled by either the manual controls which are located on the upper right of the fireplace or the remote (Figures 13 & 14).
The fireplace is supplied with an IR multifunction remote control.
NOTE: To operate correctly, the remote control must be pointed towards the Floating Display™.
A. standby
Turns the unit On and Off.
→Activated by pressing the Standby button on the remote or the unit.

• The unit will turn on with the same functions that it was set to when it was turned Off and the intake temperature will be indicated on the Floating Display™.
  NOTE: When any button is pressed the intake temperature will be displayed on the Floating Display™ for 5 seconds.

B. Flame Effects
Turns the flame effect On and Off.
→Activated by pressing the **but- ton on the remote.
c. Heat ON/OFF
Turns the heater On and Off.
→ Activated by pressing the **but- ton on the unit or the remote.

• Indicated by the icon and the intake temperature being displayed on the Floating Display™, for 5 seconds before timing off.

NOTE: After the heater is switched off, there is a 60-second fan delay, where the fan will continue running before turning off.
NOTE: The unit can be operated in Heat Only Mode. When the unit is only running with the heater, the icon will continue- only be displayed on the Floating Display™.

NOTE: The heater may emit a slight, harmless odor when first used. This odor is a normal condition caused by initial heating of internal heater parts and will not occur again.
D &E.  Thermostat Controls Adjusts the temperature set point to your individual requirements. Once the desired set temperature is reached the heater will turn off. The heater will cycle on and off to maintain the desired set temperature. The default temperature setting is 72°F (22°C).

→ Adjusted by pressing the to decrease the setpoint and the of to increase the setpoint on the unit or the remote.

• The Floating Display™ will indicate the temperature setpoint as it is adjusted.
  NOTE: Holding the the buttons down for two seconds, on the unit, will change the temperature from °C to °F, or vice versa.

Disable Heat

If desired, depending on the season, the heater on the unit can be disabled. The unit will operate in the same fashion, with the remainder of the controls.
Pressing the and buttons on the unit at the same time and holding for 2 seconds will disable and enable the heater.
NOTE: When the heater has been disabled and either the or the is pressed the Floating DisplayTM will indicate “–“.

F. Color Themes
Different presets of ambient lighting color combinations are contained in the unit.

→ Changed by repeatedly pressing the corresponding button on the remote or the unit.

• Cycles through the different preset ambient lighting settings of the unit, this includes different combinations of colors of the flame base and media lighting.
  ! NOTE: The last theme of the cycle is a prism where the unit cycles through a variety of colors. Pressing the button stops the cycling and holds the unit on the preferred color, indicated by a “U” – Unfreeze or a “F” – Freeze on the display.

G. Brightness

Changes the brightness of the lights in the unit.
→ Adjusted by repeatedly pressing the corresponding button on the remote.

• Indicated by the second digit on the Floating Display™ changing to show: “H” (high), and “L” (low).

H. Sleep Timer
The Sleep Timer can be set to auto- matically shut off the fireplace after a preset time (from 30 minutes to 8 hours).
→ To set the timer press the timer button on the remote, repeatedly, until the desired time is displayed.

• The Floating Display™ will display the different times as it is adjusted. Once the timer has begun, pressing the button will display the time remaining before the unit tums Off.
  NOTE: The Sleep Timer can be canceled at any time by pressing the button repeatedly until the sleep timer displays nothing.

Resetting the Temperature Cutoff Switch
Should the heater overheat, an automatic cut-out will turn the whole unit off and it will not come back on without being reset. It can be reset by turning the power to the unit and waiting 5 minutes before turning the unit back on.
CAUTION: If you need to continue- ously reset the heater, unplug the unit, and call technical support at 1-888-346-7539.

Remote Control Battery Replacement
To replace the battery:

1. Slide the battery cover open on the remote control.
2. Correctly install one 3 Volt (CR2032 [longer life] or CR2025) battery in the battery holder.
3. Close the battery cover. OJ Battery must be recycled or 4 ****disposed of properly. Check with your Local Authority or Retailer for recycling advice in your area

Maintenance

WARNING: Disconnect power before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or damage to persons.
NOTE: The fireplace should not be operated with an accumulation of dust or dirt on or in the unit, as this can cause a build-up of heat and eventual damage. For this reason, the heater must be inspected regularly, depending upon conditions, and at least at yearly intervals.
Partially Reflective Glass Cleaning
The partially reflective glass is cleaned in the factory during the assembly operation. During shipment, installation, handling, etc., the partially reflective glass may collect dust particles; these can be removed by dusting lightly with a clean dry cloth. To remove fingerprints or other marks, the partially reflective glass can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The partially reflective glass should be completely dried with a lint-free cloth to prevent water spots. To prevent scratching, do not use abrasive cleaners.

Fireplace Surface Cleaning
Use only a damp cloth to clean the painted surfaces of the fireplace. Do not use abrasive cleaners.
Servicing
Except for installation and cleaning described in this manual, an authorized service representative should perform any other servicing.

Warranty

Products to which this limited warranty applies to your newly purchased Empire electric fireplace. This limited warranty applies only to purchases made in any of the 50 States of the USA (and the District of Columbia) except for Hawaii and Alaska. This limited warranty applies to the original purchaser of the product only and is not transferable. Products excluded from this limited war-
ranty Products purchased in Hawaii or Alaska are not covered by this limited warranty. Products purchased in these States are sold AS IS without warranty or condition of any kind (including, without limitation, any implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose) and the entire risk of as to the quality and performance of the products is with the purchaser, and in the event of a defect, the purchaser assumes the entire cost of all necessary servicing or repair. What this limited warranty covers and for how long Products, other than fireplace surrounds (mantels) and trims, covered by this limited warranty have been tested and inspected prior to shipment and, subject to the provisions of this warranty, Empire warrants such products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the first purchase of such products. Empire fireplace surrounds (mantels) and trims covered by this limited warranty have been tested and inspected prior to shipment and, subject to the provisions of this warranty, Empire warrants such products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of the first purchase of such products. The limited 2-year warranty period for products other than fireplace surrounds (mantels) and trims and the limited 1-year warranty period for fireplace surrounds (mantels) and trims also apply to any implied warranties that may exist under applicable law. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to the purchaser. What this limited warranty does not cover This limited warranty does not apply to products that have been repaired (except by Empire or its authorized service representatives) or otherwise altered. This limited warranty does further not apply to defects resulting from misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, incorrect installation, improper maintenance or handling, or operation with an incorrect power source. What you must do to get service under this limited warranty If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer. Please have proof of purchase, catalog/model, and serial numbers available when calling. Limited warranty service requires proof of purchase of the product. What Empire will do in the event of a defect In the event a product or part covered by this limited warranty is proven to be defective in material or workmanship during (i) the 2 years limited warranty period for products other than fireplace surrounds (man-tels) and trims, and (ii) the 1 year limited warranty period for surrounds (mantels) and trims, you have the following rights: Empire will in its sole discretion either repair or replace such defective product or part without charge. If Empire is unable to repair or replace such product or part, or if repair or replacement is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made, Empire may, in lieu of repair or replacement, choose to refund the purchase price for such product or part. Limited warranty service will be performed solely by dealers or service agents of Empire authorized to provide limited warranty services. For products other than surrounds (mantels) and trims, this 2-year limited warranty entitles the purchaser to on-site or in-home warranty services Accordingly, Empire will be responsible for all labor and transportation associated with repairing or replacing the product or part except as follows: (i) charges which may be levied for travel costs incurred to travel to the purchaser’s site where the product is located if the purchaser’s site is beyond 30 miles (48 km) from the closest service depot of Empire’s dealer or service agent; and (ii) the purchaser is solely responsible for providing clear access to all serviceable parts of the product. For surrounds (mantels) and trims, this 1-year limited warranty does not entitle the purchaser to on-site or in-house warranty services. The purchaser is responsible for the removal and transportation of the surrounds (mantels) and trims (and any repaired or replacement product or part) to and from the authorized dealer’s or service agent’s place of business. On-site or in-home services for surrounds (mantels) and trims may be performed at the purchaser’s specific request and expense at Empire’s then- current rates for such services. Empire will not be responsible for, and this limited warranty shall not include, any expense incurred for installation or removal of the surrounds (mantels) or trims or any part thereof (or any replacement product or part) including, without limitation, all shipping costs and transportation costs to and from the authorized dealer’s or service agent’s place of business and all labor costs. Such costs shall be the purchaser’s responsibility. What Empire and its dealers and service agents are also not responsible for. IN NO EVENT WILL THE EMPIRE, OR ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, OR AGENTS, BE LIABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR
ANY THIRD PARTY. WHETHER IN CONTRACT, IN TORT, OR ON ANY OTHER BASIS, FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, EXEMPLARY, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL LOSS, COST, OR DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, MAINTENANCE, USE, OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF EMPIRE OR ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, OR AGENTS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH LOSSES, COSTS OR DAMAGES, OR IF SUCH LOSSES, COSTS, OR DAMAGES ARE FORESEEABLE. IN NO EVENT WILL EM-PIRE, OR ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT LOSSES, COSTS, OR DAMAGES THAT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO THE PURCHASER How State and Provincial law apply This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. The provisions of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the Sale of Goods shall not apply to this limited warranty or the sale of products covered by this limited warranty.

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