We were wondering if anybody has added and electric fireplace. We have a spot right under the tv that should be ideal, but wonder about the heat issue plus wiring. We have only a 30 amp service so we would need to be careful when using it say in the evening and again early morning to knock the chill off plus it just looks nice. So any and all comments welcome.

I was on the fence when we ordered our unit with a FP, but now wouldn't ever want to be without one! It cuts way down on the propane usage and the ambience is great. Down to 35F we don't even run the furnace, just the FP.

HI,It should not be that difficult to install. I would plug it into the same receptacle as the TV uses. They do not require a vent, and have 0" clearance to all sides, so the heat is directed out the front vent, not to drift to the top or anything. It should be fairly cold on the sides while in use. At any rate, less than say the 105F ambient temps that can be in the RV in the summer time while in storage.If you ever do decide to upgrade to 50 amp service, it should be really easy if you have it done this way. Have the installer put a 100 amp panel (must be rated over the 50 amp capacity) in the storage compartment in front, with a 30 amp line running to the factory panel, and 50 amp main circuit breaker and new cord about 30' long. Then run things like your fireplace and a couple of new circuits to high amperage things, such as the A/C and microwave. At that point, you will be able to run 'everything' without the need to worry about tripping your 30 amp breaker.Even on 30 amps, I was able to live in 25F weather with hookups, and barely run the furnace. I had a second power cord to run one of my 1,500 watt heaters in my bedroom plugged directly into the power post. The other two heaters I kept on low heat most of the time.Good luck,Fred.

I got ours with the intention of taking it out of the cabinet it came in and installing at that same location. After getting it, decided to just use as is. It's on wheels and fits right next to that cabinet. We love ours.

Here's a posting from Sept 29th, with pictures, from someone who did the mod.Fireplace install clicky.Bill

You shouldn't have a problem on 30 amps. We have 50 amp hookup but use 30 amp sites often. We've never had a problem. If you install it you'll say "why didn't we do this sooner". We use ours all the time when it gets cool. Sure has cut down our propane usage. We love ours.

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Dutch___Di
Explorer
Apr 10, 2016
Nice job! We just love ours and I hope you enjoy yours as much as we do ours. Hugs, Di
Goostoff
Explorer
Apr 10, 2016
Final update from me. I finally got around to finishing my install today. All trimmed in and even manages to squeeze in a cold air return.
Goostoff
Explorer
Feb 23, 2016
Quick update for those that were following my dellima with the Sat cable. I bought a 12 foot length of quad shield RG6 to run down to my box and screwed it to my 50 foot cable going to my dish. These two cables screwed together works just fine. Here was the3 connector that I used.

Now I can permanently mount my fireplace with confidence
Dutch___Di
Explorer
Dec 29, 2015
We have had our elec fireplace in the same under the TV area you have for over 10 years. We have not experienced a problem with heat damage to the wood or over heating. We had an outlet in that area on the wall so we were lucky there. Dutch pulls it out about once a year to clean the glass. You can't imagine how much dust gets on the inside glass side. We use it all the time especially in the mornings and evenings when in AZ and it's on right now with this Texas cold snap. Would never be without mine. Hugs, Di
sele wrote:
We were wondering if anybody has added and electric fireplace. We have a spot right under the tv that should be ideal, but wonder about the heat issue plus wiring. We have only a 30 amp service so we would need to be careful when using it say in the evening and again early morning to knock the chill off plus it just looks nice. So any and all comments welcome.
RollandB
Explorer
Dec 27, 2015
Thanks Goostoff!
Goostoff
Explorer
Dec 27, 2015
I'm thinking a black metal stand with some decorative screen on it for the bottom. This will help the heater fan suck cold air off the floor.
FLY_4_FUN
Explorer
Dec 27, 2015
you could use a ply spacer with some tile glued to it below the fireplace. Just an idea
Goostoff
Explorer
Dec 27, 2015
Here is a link to it. Looks like they have the 11% rebate online right now too. Not sure how long that will last.

Menards fireplace
Goostoff
Explorer
Dec 27, 2015
Compared to the furnace it is dead silent. It makes very little noise at all. I can barely hear it sitting right next to it.

Didnt pay much attention to what the brand was to be honest. The box is still in the camper so I cant even look. Let me see if I can find it online.
RollandB
Explorer
Dec 27, 2015
Goostoff, how noise is the fan compare to your furnace and what brand doe ps Menards carry?

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