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LCD TV Over An Electric Fireplace

by elana2009 Aug 17, 2009 3:36AM PDT

I have the LNB530 mounted on the wall and would like to put an electric fireplace underneath. How safe or unsafe is this? It has a low setting of 750 watts. Thank you

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LCD TV Over An Electric Fireplace
by Samsung_HD_Tech Samsung staff Aug 17, 2009 4:06AM PDT

elana2009,

The main thing to determine is if doing so will cause the unit to go outside of its listed operating temperatures. If there's no mantle, the heat can possibly come straight up and damage the unit.

Particularly, if it's the principle heating element in the house, I would recommend against it. If not, then it may work splendidly.

Does that help answer your question?

--HDTech

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Thank you, but...
by elana2009 Aug 17, 2009 4:57AM PDT

Doesn't really answer my question...is 750 watts OK for this model? Or is that too hot?

There is a mantel but how do i find out what its operating temperature is?

thanks

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Thermometer
by MrDerbyUK Aug 17, 2009 6:46PM PDT

I'd temporarily take down your TV and then turn on the electric fire to maximum. Stick a thermometer of some sort on the mantel front edge and see if it gets to hot. Alternately place your hand above the mantel and move it to and fro to see where the heat goes.

Additionally will the fires glow draw your eye away from the TV when both are on?

Thanks.

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I would recommend checking manufacture's guidelines for that
by online111 Oct 24, 2009 4:35PM PDT
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Thank you, but...
by Samsung_HD_Tech Samsung staff Aug 18, 2009 12:49PM PDT

elana2009,

The watts aren't as important as the amount of heat that it produces. If the heat can go up/under/behind the unit, then it's probably a bad idea to run the television while the fireplace is on.

The recommended operating temperatures are 50

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i have the answer
by mrfoster99 Dec 4, 2012 11:05AM PST

The fact that you can mount a flat-screen TV almost anywhere has spurred some creative solutions - from hanging a television amongst a mish-mash of framed artwork, turning the boob tube into a masterpiece itself, to installing a flat screen above a fireplace. The latter has always made me wonder, how safe is placing a $1,000+ gizmo above roaring flames? I did some research and found there's an easy to way to test that prized spot above the mantel for flat-screen compatibility.

Whether you've invested in an LCD or a plasma, running either above the recommended ambient temperature (between 90 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit) can prematurely damage the electronic components within your new, pricey, set. Here are some experiments to run before you start drilling into the wall above your hearth.

Most LCDs and plasmas are built to operate within a temperature range of 32 - 100 degrees Fahrenheit - you can find out where your set lies by checking the tech specs in your instruction manual. Practical Home Theater Guide suggests you tape a thermometer up where you plan to mount your flat panel, build a fire, grab a book, and let it roar for a few hours. Once your room's temperature has stabilized check the thermometer. If it's near or above 90 degrees Fahrenheit it's time to find a new place for your TV.

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