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MarieRandall
Sep 16, 2010, 09:10 PM
I want to install a chimney free electric fireplace, power requirements are 3,500w. I have 220 in the house, wiil the fireplace work without problems to the electric?

tkrussell
Sep 17, 2010, 02:46 AM
Depends on the existing load connected to the service. 3500 watts should work fine.

Have the electrician that connects the fireplace confirm there is enough capacity.