Touchstone Sideline Elite 72-Inch Electric Fireplace

Large 72-Inch Electric Fireplace

The Touchstone Sideline Elite 72 is designed for homeowners looking for a substantial electric fireplace with a wide viewing area. Its large format makes it an excellent choice for larger walls and open-concept interiors where a smaller fireplace may not provide the visual impact you’re looking for.

The 68″ × 14 3/8″ flame viewing area provides a wide, uninterrupted view of the realistic flames while the slim black frame maintains a clean, contemporary appearance.

The Sideline Elite 72 is ideal for:

• Large living rooms
• Great rooms
• Media rooms
• Finished basements
• Bedroom fireplace walls
• Custom built-in fireplace designs
• Modern home renovations
• Fireplace and TV feature walls

Realistic Electric Fireplace Flame

The Sideline Elite is designed to recreate the visual appeal of a traditional fire without the smoke, ash, wood, or gas line associated with conventional fireplaces.

Customize the appearance of the flame to match your room, mood, or interior design. The fireplace offers six flame colors, three flame speeds, and multiple brightness settings for a highly customizable fire display.

Flame Features

• 6 flame color options
• 10 media bed color options
• 60 possible color combinations
• 5 flame and media brightness settings
• 3 flame speed settings
• Realistic flame display
• Flame-only operation

The combination of realistic flames and customizable lighting allows the Sideline Elite 72 to function as both a traditional-looking fireplace and a contemporary accent feature.

Customizable Flame and Media Bed Lighting

The Sideline Elite 72 gives you control over more than just the flame color. The illuminated media bed can also be customized with multiple colors and brightness levels.

Choose a classic fire appearance or create a more contemporary atmosphere using the fireplace’s color combinations. The included log set, driftwood, and decorative crystals give you additional flexibility when styling the firebox.

Built-In Electric Heat

The Touchstone Sideline Elite 72 includes an integrated heater that provides supplemental warmth for rooms up to approximately 400 square feet.

Two heat settings allow you to choose between lower and higher output, while the built-in thermostat lets you adjust the temperature from 68°F to 88°F.

Heating Features

• 750W low heat setting
• 1,500W high heat setting
• Up to 5,118 BTUs
• Built-in thermostat
• Adjustable temperature from 68–88°F
• Flame-only operation
• Up to 8-hour timer
• Supplemental heating for rooms up to approximately 400 sq. ft.

The heater is designed to provide supplemental warmth and is not intended to replace your home’s primary heating system.

WiFi Smart Fireplace

The Touchstone Sideline Elite 72 WiFi Electric Fireplace adds convenient smart-home control to a large-format electric fireplace.

Connect the fireplace to your smartphone and control key functions from your mobile device. The Sideline Elite is also compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, allowing you to use voice commands to control the fireplace.

Smart-home functionality makes the Sideline Elite 72 a convenient choice for modern homes, custom living spaces, and connected home environments.

Recessed Electric Fireplace Installation

The Sideline Elite 72 is designed primarily as a recessed electric fireplace, creating a clean built-in appearance when installed into a framed wall.

Its 5 1/2-inch overall depth allows for a relatively shallow installation compared with many traditional fireplaces.

Installation options include:

• Recessed wall installation
• Plug-in installation
• Hardwired installation

The fireplace includes installation instructions to help guide the installation process.

When installing the fireplace below a wall-mounted television, Touchstone recommends positioning the fireplace at least 8 inches below the bottom of the TV because of the heating feature.

Enjoy the Flames Without the Heat

One of the advantages of choosing an electric fireplace is the ability to enjoy the visual appeal of a fire without generating heat.

The Sideline Elite 72 allows you to operate the flame display independently from the heater, making it suitable for year-round use.

Turn on the flames during warmer months for ambiance, activate the heater when you need supplemental warmth, or use both features together during colder weather.

Included Decorative Media

The Touchstone Sideline Elite 72 includes several decorative media options to help create the look you want inside the firebox.

Included with the fireplace:

• Log set
• Driftwood
• Decorative crystals

Arrange the media to create either a more traditional or contemporary fireplace appearance.

Key Features

• 72-inch Touchstone Sideline Elite electric fireplace
• Large 68″ × 14 3/8″ flame viewing area
• Minimal black frame
• Realistic electric flame display
• 6 flame colors
• 10 media bed colors
• 60 color combinations
• 5 flame and media brightness settings
• 3 flame speeds
• 750W and 1,500W heat settings
• Up to 5,118 BTUs
• Built-in thermostat
• 68–88°F temperature range
• Supplemental heat for rooms up to approximately 400 sq. ft.
• Flame-only operation
• WiFi smartphone compatibility
• Amazon Alexa compatibility
• Google Home compatibility
• Remote control
• Up to 8-hour timer
• Recessed installation
• Plug-in or hardwire installation
• Log set, driftwood, and crystals included

Product Specifications

Model:
Touchstone Sideline Elite 72 WiFi

Part Number:
80038

Finish:
Black

Overall Fireplace Dimensions:
71 3/4″ W × 19 1/4″ H × 5 1/2″ D

Firebox Dimensions:
70 7/16″ W × 18″ H × 5 1/8″ D

Rough Opening:
70 3/4″ W × 18 1/4″ H × 6″ D

Flame Viewing Area:
68″ W × 14 3/8″ H

Voltage:
120V

Maximum Wattage:
1,500W

BTU Output:
5,118 BTUs

Amperage:
11A and up

Heating Coverage:
Up to approximately 400 sq. ft.

Fireplace Weight:
100 lbs.

Shipping Weight:
150 lbs.

Timer:
Up to 8 hours

Installation:
Recessed; plug-in or hardwired

Smart Home Compatibility:
Amazon Alexa and Google Home

Why Choose the Touchstone Sideline Elite 72?

The Touchstone Sideline Elite 72-Inch Electric Fireplace is an excellent option for homeowners who want a large, modern fireplace with a wide viewing area and convenient smart-home features. Its 72-inch format creates an impressive focal point, while the 68-inch flame display provides a substantial view of the realistic fire effect.

With customizable flame and media bed colors, supplemental heat, WiFi connectivity, Alexa and Google Home compatibility, and flame-only operation, the Sideline Elite 72 offers flexibility for both everyday comfort and year-round ambiance.

For a large living room, great room, media room, basement, or custom fireplace wall, the Touchstone Sideline Elite 72 provides the visual impact of a traditional fireplace while offering the convenience and installation flexibility of a modern electric fireplace.

Downloads:

Sideline Elite Series Owners Manual