Quadra-Fire 31M-ACC-AU, Installation Manual

4 

      7033-361B 

November, 

2021

Install Guide

2 

Getting Started

A. Design and Installation Considerations

Consideration must be given to: 

 - Safety

 - Convenience

 -

Traffic flow

 - Chimney and chimney connector required

It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using 

exact measurements for clearances and floor protection, 

before actually beginning the installation.  If you are not 

using an existing chimney, place the appliance where there 

will be a clear passage for a factory-built listed chimney 

through the ceiling and roof.

We recommend that a qualified building inspector and your 

insurance company representative review your plans before 

and after installation.

If this appliance is in an area where children may be near 

it is recommended that you purchase a decorative barrier 

to go in front of the appliance. Remember to always keep 

children away while it is operating and do not let anyone 

operate this appliance unless they are familiar with these 

operating instructions.

To provide reasonable fire safety, the following should be 

given serious consideration:

1. 

Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of 

your home to ensure your safety. They should be 

located away from the heating appliance and close 

to the sleeping areas.  Follow the smoke detector 

manufacturer’s placement and installation instructions, 

and be sure to maintain regularly.

2. 

A conveniently located Class A fire extinguisher to 

contend with small fires resulting from burning embers.

3.  A CO detector should be installed in the room with 

the appliance.

4.  A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two 

escape routes.

5. 

A plan to deal with a chimney fire as follows:

6. 

In the event of a chimney fire:

a.  Evacuate the house immediately

b. 

Notify fire department.

C. Negative Pressure

Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air 

available for the appliance to operate properly. It can be 

strongest in lower levels of the house.

Causes include:

•  Exhaust fans (kitchen, bath, etc.)

•  Range hoods

•  Combustion air requirements for furnaces, water 

appliances and other combustion appliances

•  Clothes dryers

•  Location of return-air vents to furnace or air 

conditioning

•  Imbalances of the HVAC air handling system

•  Upper level air leaks such as: 

 - Recessed lighting

 - Attic hatch

 - Duct leaks

B. Fire Safety

Check building codes prior to installation.

•  Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state 

and national codes and regulations.

• 

Consult insurance carrier, local building, fire officials 

or authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions, 

installation inspection, and permits.

CAUTION

WARNING

Asphyxiation Risk.

•  Do NOT connect this appliance to a 

chimney flue servicing another appliance.

•  Do NOT connect to any air distribution 

duct or system.

May allow flue gases to enter the house.

NOTICE:

 Hearth & Home Technologies assumes no 

responsibility for the improper performance of 

the appliance system caused by:

•  Inadequate draft due to environmental conditions

•  Down drafts

•  Tight sealing construction of the structure

•  Mechanical exhausting devices

•  Over drafting caused by excessive chimney heights

•  Ideal performance is with height of chimney between 

14-16 feet (4.26-4.88m) measured from the base of 

the appliance.

WARNING

Asphyxiation Risk.

•  Negative pressure can cause spillage 

of combustion fumes, soot and 

carbon monoxide.

•  Appliance needs to draft properly 

for safety.