Westinghouse WTH-28EF12A2 Electric Fireplace User Manual

June 13, 2024
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ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
**Model No.: WTH-28EF12A2

Implementation Standards:
Fixed And Location-Dedicated Electric Room Heaters [UL 2021] [CSA C22.2#46]**

CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

  • Read this manual before installing and operating this appliance.
  • Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock, fire property, or personal injury.
  • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!

WARNING

  • Read all instructions before using this heater!
  • This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, DO NOT let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front of the heater, and keep them away from the sides and rear.
  • Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the heater is left operating and unattended.
  • DO NOT operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner, Discard heater, or return to authorized service facility for examination and /or repair.
  • DO NOT run power cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover power cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. DO NOT route power cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange power cord away from traffic area, and where it will not be tripped over.

WARNING

  • Connect to properly grounded outlets ONLY.

  • DO NOT insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust openings, as this may cause electric shock or fire, or damage the heater.

  • To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Doing so could cause a fire. DO NOT use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.

  • A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. DO NOT use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.

  • Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

  • ALWAYS plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. Never use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip).

  • DO NOT place the heater near a bed because objects such as pillows or blankets can fall off the bed and be ignited by the heater.

  • NEVER use this heater in bathrooms, laundry rooms, or any other location where the heater could fall into a bathtub or pool, become damp or come in contact with water.

  • AVOID FIRE! Regularly inspect all air vents to make sure they are free from dust, lint, or other Blockage.Unplug the unit and clean with a vacuum ONLY. DO NOT rinse or get wet.

  • ALWAYS mount to wall bracket before use. DO NOT set on the floor, or other surface, to use.

  • NEVER use a wall mount bracket from another manufacturer.

  • This product is not intended to be a primary heat source. It is for supplemental heat only.

  • INDOOR use only! NEVER use this heater outdoors! Doing so may result in electric shock!

  • Risk of electric shock! DO NOT OPEN! No user-serviceable parts inside!

  • ALWAYS turn this heater off before unplugging it from the outlet.

  • ALWAYS disconnect this unit from the power supply before performing any assembly or cleaning, or before relocating the electric fireplace.

  • NEVER leave this heater unattended. ALWAYS unplug this heater when not in use.

  • ALWAYS store this heater in a dry location.NEVER use the fireplace if it has become wet.

  • NEVER plug this heater into an outlet that is old, cracked, or has any loose wires or connections. Plugging this heater into a faulty outlet could result in electric arcing within the outlet that could cause the outlet to overheat or catch fire.

  • ALWAYS check your heater cord and plug connections with each use! i) MAKE SURE the plug fits tight in the outlet! Faulty wall outlet connections or loose plugs can cause the outlet to overheat.
    ii) Heaters draw more current than small appliances. Overheating may occur even if it has not occurred with the use of other appliances.
    iii) During use check frequently to see if the plug outlet or face plate is HOT!
    iv) If the outlet or face plate is HOT, discontinue use immediately and have a qualified electrician inspect and/or replace the faulty outlets.

  • The power cord supplied with the heater has a plug with two flat blades (live and neutral) and one round pin (ground). If a 3slot receptacle is not available, an adapter MUST be used. The adapter MUST be properly grounded to the outlet box (see figure at right).(Note:Adapter NOT INCLUDED.)

  • SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

PREPARATION

**** This product includes a GLASS panel! Always use extreme caution when handing glass.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage.
Remove all parts and hardware from the carton and place them on a clean, soft, dry surface. Parts and assembly steps are grounded for wall-hanging or recessing use. Check the parts list to make sure nothing is missing. Dispose of packaging materials properly. Please recycle whenever possible. You will need the following tools (not included): Phillips screwdriver; stud finder; level; tape measure; electric drill; battery;1/4” wood drill bit, hammer.

PARTS & HARDWARE

Westinghouse WTH-28EF12A2 Electric Fireplace - PARTS &
HARDWARE

Specification and Dimension

Westinghouse WTH-28EF12A2 Electric Fireplace -
Dimension

WARNING
WHEN USING PAINT OR LACQUER TO FINISH THE MANTEL, THE PAINT OR LACQUER MUST BE HEAT RESISTANT TO PREVENT DISCOLOURATION
Your appliance is a wall-mounted, recessed and /or mantel installed appliance. 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.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES

Measurements are taken from the glass front.

Bottom|   0″|  Top|   11.8″ (300mm) to mantel
Sides|   0″|  Top| 11.8″ (300mm) to ceiling
Back|  0″| |

Installation and Assembly

RECESSED TO WALL INSTALLATION ( Tips:Wall bracket removing is NOT required. ) Westinghouse WTH-28EF12A2 Electric Fireplace - bracket

Framing Hole Size

Model Number| W| H| D
WTH-28EF12A2| 27 3/8”
695mm| 22 7/16”
570mm| 7 1/2”
190.5mm

STEP 2 Lift out the decorative kit upwards, Move the fireplace box to the wall hole or fireplace mantel. Figure(B) Westinghouse WTH-28EF12A2 Electric
Fireplace - fireplaceWestinghouse
WTH-28EF12A2 Electric Fireplace - screws\(

Control Description

WARNING
Read and understand this entire owner’s manual, including all safety information, before plugging in or using this product.
Failure do to so could result in electric shock, fire, serious injury, or death.
POWER
Make sure the ON/OFF switch, located on the control panel, is in the OFF position.Plug the power cord into a 120-230V Volt 7 Amp grounded outlet (see IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on Pages 2 and 3).Make sure the outlet is in good condition and that the plug is not loose.NEVER exceed the maximum amperage for the circuit.
DO NOT plug other appliances into the same circuit.
METHODS OF OPERATION
This electric fireplace can be operated by the button, located on the TOP right side glass panel of the fireplace, or by the battery-powered REMOTE CONTROL.
The operation and functions of the two methods are the same.
Before operating, please review the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on Pages 2 and 3, and heed all warnings. Westinghouse WTH-28EF12A2 Electric Fireplace -
PARTS & POWER

Turn on switch button first

BUTTON| FUNCTION| ACTIONEHNDICAMN
****POWER| ON: Enables COntrOl par rei t LIIL.r ions and remote control.Turn on flame effect.
OFF: Disables control panel functions and remote
control. Turn off flame effect.| I. Press chest. ihdicatOr tight tums on. Power turns on. All functions enabled.
2. Press again. Indicator light turns off. Power turns on. All functions will off.
HEATER| HEATER button:Turn heater on and off.
NOTE: To prevent overheating, the heater fan will blow out cool air for 30 seconds after the heater turn off. TEMPERATURE button: Control temperature settings to choose temperature as desired.
Setting range from 62F to 82F.| 1.Press once. indicator lights up(LOF). 750W heater turns on and blows warm air.
2.Press again. Indicator lights up(HF). 1500W heaters turns on and blows hot air.
3.Press again. Smart 72F
4.Press again.Heaters turn oft . The display show – OFF ‘
5.Keep pressing 3 seconds to setting
temperature 62F to 82F.
TIMER| TIMER button:Control timer settings to turn off fireplace at selected time.
Settings range from 0 hours.lhours. to 24 hours.| 1.Press once. Indicator light turn on.
Temperature Is set to hours.
2.Press again until desired setting is reached(O-BH). LED display show setting. 3. Keep pressing 3 seconds to setting 0-24 hours.
EMBER| EMBER button:
Makes the ember bed color effect changing. Makes the ember bed effect dimmer and brighter.| 1.Press once. Enter bed color effect gets changing.(12 color)
2.Press again until desired setting is reached. When set the color to CO, the ember bed color will automatic Changing
Keep pressing 3 seconds to make the ember bed effect dimmer and brighter-0.5-L1).
FLAME| FLAME button:
Makes the flame Color effect changing. Makes the flame effect dimmer and brighter.| 3.Press once. flame color effect gets changing. (12 color)
4.Press again until desired setting is reached. When set the color to FO, the flame color will  automaticchanging
Keep pressing 3 seconds to make the flame effect dimmer and brighter0.51.1I.
UP| UP button: FlameSember bed color/dimmer and 12. 1g nterrnmeffRame Speed/Temperature| FlameSember bed colorldimmer and brighter/ TimenFlame speed; Temperature
DOWN| DOWN button: F i arne&ember bed colordimmer and brighter/T-1 mer!Flarne Speed, Temperature| FlameErember bed colorKlimmer and brighter! Timer)Flame Speed/ Temperature
SPEED| FLAME SPPED button: Setting the flame speed (55-SI)| Setting the flame speed (55-511

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Remote Control Description

Westinghouse WTH-28EF12A2 Electric Fireplace - Remote Control
Description

NOTICE
To improve operation, aim the remote control at the front of the fireplace. DO NOT press the buttons too quickly.Give the unit time to respond to each command.

  • Excluding batteries, Prepare yourselfWith 2x AAA batteries.

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