Can it be mounted reset into the wall so that the front is flush? If so wouldn't that interfere with the heat coming out of the top?
1648074
Ductwork would have to be installed to direct heat forward and also for air intake from the side. Hangar system would also have to be installed behind wall studs. In my view, not worth that effort and expense plus it would probably void the warranty.
1648075
Thats correct, it would interfere with the heat coming out the top. Plus you would be covering up the power and heat buttons. The remote control can power it on and cycle through the colors though. Its a great product though. But if you want heat, you can't recess it perfectly flush against the wall. I questioned how that would look myself, but I have no issues with it sitting two inches from the wall. From the couch, you would never notice (I walled over my 1950's fireplace and am using this instead now).
1648076
We built a frame under our mantle and set bricks around it to look real, but you have to have a vent coming out in case the heat gets turned on. If there is no vent it will cause a fire
1648077
The short answer is no. The heater blows warm air upward. The heating element is located at the top and centered from left to right on the fireplace housing. Also, there are small bolts on the sides of the unit, which are used to hang the glass mount onto the unit housing. I hope this helps.
1648078
It absolutely CANNOT be recess mounted. There has to be open space to allow heat to rise with having a fire hazard. I will tell you that my family LOVES this fireplace and it is very attractive when hung. No hardware visible. You need to be aware that there is a cord to account for but it can easily be disguised however you choose for aesthetic purposes.
636116
I assume that it can, but to be sure you should call Masterbuilt support. They seem pretty responsive. The heating element appears to be mounted similar to an oven heating element. The two ends of the element pass through a small metal plate that is mounted to the inside back wall with two screws. There is an access plate on the outside of the back of the unit at about this same location. It is possible that the element would unplug by removing the two screws holding the plate to the inside back wall. It is also possible that the back plate would need to be removed to get to connections. I did not try to remove the plates to find out.
569235
Yes It sets flush to surface. If area is uneven there may be escapees. Rods which connect sections will secure it in place
286095
I would not recommend that, has heat comes from the top of the heater. I would not mount it near electronics.
1997833
I do not see this happening on my unit. This can be variable and depending on mounting position in your countertop.
1533527
Most of the heat comes from the sides and not the back. I don't know how that will work in your situation.
2056702
You have to buy the mounting frame seperately, cut a recess in the wall (the frame come with a template for that), drill holes in the sides of the heater, mount the frame to the heater then mount it into the recess in the wall. One warning if you do this, the cover they sell won't stay on very well when this thing is recessed. The cover is designed to wrap around the back of the unit, held with elastic.
1591294
Yes, you will have to change the wall plate to accommodate the opening. If this unit is installed outside like in a garage unheated, this unit will not work well in extreme cold.
142539
All the controls are on the top so that part would work but there's no lip for it to hang on to the countertop. If there is some sort of support from below for it to rest on, I think it could be done. The unit itself doesn't get that hot so it likely would be safe. I think for safety sake, install it into a fireproof surface... not wood. Hope this helps. P.S. I think there are models that are specifically designed to be built in.
275592
Yes it can, that's how I mounted mine, you can remove the cable so it will fit flush against the wall
405016
I would guess you would have to know the size of the opening in which you want to place it. I have 6 inches above the unit and it is placed in the corner so there is an open clearance behind it. I does get hot and needs to vent when you use the grill/convection features. I love the unit!!
34903
it goes in from the front panel and comes out the top. You can place the unit against a wall without issues.
1104735
Yes it does need to be installed through the wall. However, it only needs holes for the inlet and outlet and for power; the unit itself hangs inside the room (just like hanging a photo frame). And, it also heats and cools the room (make sure you are buying a unit described as heat punp - the model mentioned here is a heat pump and it has worked for me well - heating and cooling. I would recommend a prefessional to install it as it will more than likely needed additional runs to the depot (or the likes) if the base unit is mounted far from the wall unit. Heating takes few minutes to turn on and cooling is almost instant. Good Luck. Yes it does need to be installed through the wall. However, it only needs holes for the inlet and outlet and for power; the unit itself hangs inside the room (just like hanging a photo frame). And, it also heats and cools the room (make sure you are buying a unit described as heat punp - the model mentioned here is a heat pump and it has worked for me well - heating and cooling. I would recommend a prefessional to install it as it will more than likely needed additional runs to the depot (or the likes) if the base unit is mounted far from the wall unit. Heating takes few minutes to turn on... » Read More Yes it does need to be installed through the wall. However, it only needs holes for the inlet and outlet and for power; the unit itself hangs inside the room (just like hanging a photo frame). And, it also heats and cools the room (make sure you are buying a unit described as heat punp - the model mentioned here is a heat pump and it has worked for me well - heating and cooling. I would recommend a prefessional to install it as it will more than likely needed additional runs to the depot (or the likes) if the base unit is mounted far from the wall unit. Heating takes few minutes to turn on and cooling is almost instant. Good Luck. « Show Less
1045548
No, just the bottom and sides. The top needs to be free for heat dissipation.
488154
it gets very hot, sides, top and front. the back gets extremly hot. the back has stops to keep it away from the wall but i would advise to keep it a little further away.
138590
I PRESUME this would be ok, as the heat is driven by a fan, so no "fire" heat comes in contact with the top. That being said, we have never tested this theory, since the unit is used in our basement.
635325
When stop is mounted with one hole on top and 2 on bottom, then stop 'locks' into place in the up position. I guess you could flip it around, but when you want it 'up' I dont think it will lock in place for you.