Both living rooms had these electric fireplaces installed but thankfully disconnected. They used resistor coils similar to current electric heaters to provide heat. If you have one of these, keep it as a conversation starter only. Wiring is almost certain to be original knob and tube type and wire gauges were often undersized when compared with current standards.
If you wish to have a new electric fireplace installed, consult with a fireplace shop that sells them. Expect that you will need to install a new dedicated electric cable and that depending on the age and capacity of your service panel, additional electric upgrades may be necessary.
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