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7061-197D 

 

 

 

         November 7, 2014

Explorer II Medium Wood Stove

Thimble

Site constructed for masonry chimney installation:

Components

•  A minimum length of 12 inches [305mm] (longer for 

thicker walls) of solid insulated factory-built chimney 
length constructed to UL 103 Type HT 6 inch (152mm) 
inside diameter.  Chimney needs to extend a minimum 
of 2 inches (51mm) from the interior wall and a minimum 
of 1 inch (25mm) from the exterior wall.

• 

Wall spacer, trim collar and wall band to fi t solid pack 
chimney selected.

• 

Minimum 8 inch (203mm) diameter clay liner section (if 
not already present in chimney) and refractory mortar.

•  When jurisdiction requires install approved chimney 

liner in masonry chimney.

Air Clearances

 • Masonry chimney clearance must meet NFPA 211 mini-

mum requirement of 2 inches (51mm) to sheet metal sup-
ports and combustibles.

 • Minimum of 1 inch (25mm) clearance around the chim-

ney connector.

 • Top of wall opening is a minimum of 13-1/2 inches 

(343mm) from ceiling or 4-1/2 inches (114mm) below 
minimum clearance specifi ed by chimney connector 
manufacturer.  NFPA 211 minimum vertical clearance of 
18 inches (457mm) from chimney connector and ceiling 
or minimum recommended by chimney connector manu-
facturer.  

Figure 12.1

Instructions:

1.  Open inside wall at proper height for the chimney con-

nector to entry the masonry chimney. 

 Figure 12.1

2.  Entry hole to masonry chimney must be lined with an 8 

inch (203mm) minimum diameter clay liner, or equiva-
lent, secured with refractory mortar.

3.  Construct a 17 inch x 17 inch (432mm x 432mm) outside 

dimension frame from 2 x 2 framing lumber to fi t into wall 
opening.  Inside opening of frame should be no less than 
14 inch x 14 inch (356mm x 356mm).  

Figure 12.1

4.  Attach the wall spacer to the chimney side of the frame.

5.  Nail the frame into the wall opening.  The spacer should 

be on the chimney side.

6.  Insert the section of the solid insulated chimney into the 

outer wall of the masonry chimney.

7.  Tightly secure the length of the solid insulated chimney 

with the wall band to the masonry chimney.

8.  Insert a section of chimney connector into the chimney.  

Make sure it does not protrude past the edge of the clay 
chimney liner inside the chimney.

9.  Seal the end of the chimney connector to the clay liner 

with refractory mortar.

10.  Install trim collar around the sold pack chimney section.

Figure 12.1

Trim Collar 

Chimney Section 

with 2 inch 

(51mm) 

Clearance to 

Combustibles

Chimney 

Connector 

Fire Clay Flue 

Liner 

with Airspace 

Masonry 

 Chimney 

Wall Band to 

Secure Chimney 

Section 

Wood Studs Used 

for Framing - Spaced 

2 inch (51mm) 

clearance from 

Masonry Chimney

Wall Spacer 

Solid Pack Chimney with Metal Supports as a Thimble

Figure 12.2

Fire Risk.

Do NOT pack insulation or other combustibles between 
spacers.
•     ALWAYS maintain specifi ed clearances around vent-
ing and spacers.

•  Install spacers as specifi ed.
Failure to keep insulation or other material away from vent pipe 
may cause fi re.

WARNING

1.5”

1.0” 

2.0”

2.0”

1.5”

14.0” ID

17.0” OD

ceiling

Minimum18.0” 

NFPA 211

13.5” below ceiling to top 
of opening

1.0”

8.0”

1.5   2x2 framing stud

2.0   min air clearance

1.0   min air clearance
4.5

or top of opening is a min.of 
4.5” below min.clearance 
specified by connector mfg.

Center of Hole

Thimble

C

L

C

L

Wall

Include depth 
of hearth pad

Summary of Contents for Explorer II Medium

Page 1: ...Hearth Home Technologies recommends NFI certified professionals or technicians supervised by an NFI certified professional HOT SURFACES Glass and other surfaces are hot during operation AND cool down...

Page 2: ...y Specifications 3 C Mobile Home Approved USA ONLY 3 D Glass Specifications 3 E Non Combustible Materials 3 F Combustible Materials 3 2 Getting Started 4 A Design and Installation Considerations 4 B F...

Page 3: ...OAK ACC must be installed in a mobile home installation Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage For assistance or additional information...

Page 4: ...practiced evacuation plan consisting of at least two escape routes 4 A plan to deal with a chimney fire as follows In the event of a chimney fire a Evacuate the house immediately b Notify fire depart...

Page 5: ...pped or sealed Attic mounted duct work and air handler joints and seams taped or sealed Basement installations should be avoided WARNING Negative pressure can cause spillage of com bustion fumes soot...

Page 6: ...secured in place with proper clearance Chimney meets recommended height requirements 14 16 feet Roof flashing installed and sealed Terminations installed and sealed Clearances Section 3 Pg 7 Combusti...

Page 7: ...19 1 2 26 3 4 Figure 7 1 Front View Figure 7 2 Side View 12 1 4 20 1 16 7 15 16 27 28 15 16 Figure 7 2 Top View 29 3 25 7 8 22 3 16 Figure 7 4 Side View with horizontal flue 3 Dimensions and Clearance...

Page 8: ...97 FOLLOW PIPE MANUFACTURES CLEARANCES AS REQUIRED Explorer II 10 5 267 20 25 514 13 5 343 55 1397 MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS in inches Millimeters NOTE All A B and C Dimensions are t...

Page 9: ...ney should Install through the warm space enclosed by the build ing envelope This helps to produce more draft espe cially during lighting and die down of the fire Penetrate the highest part of the roo...

Page 10: ...Minimum 3 ft 91cm Minimum Wall or Parapet Flat Roof E 2 10 3 Rule These are safety requirements and are not meant to assure proper flue draft This appliance is made with a 6 inch 152mm diameter chimne...

Page 11: ...or 26 gauge blued steel or an approved air insulated double wall venting pipe Thimble A manufactured or site constructed device installed in combustible walls through which the chimney connector passe...

Page 12: ...tside dimension frame from 2 x 2 framing lumber to fit into wall opening Inside opening of frame should be no less than 14 inch x 14 inch 356mm x 356mm Figure 12 1 4 Attach the wall spacer to the chim...

Page 13: ...nectors must conform to each other to ensure a proper fit and seal Flue Gas Direction Crimped End Toward Stove Secure pipe sections with a minimum of 3 screws Figure 13 2 Chimney Connector Stove Pipe...

Page 14: ...cessary to install a floor protector of a minimum of 3 8 inch 9 5mm thick metal clad millboard or equivalent a min imum of 16 inches 406mm in front of glass and 8 inches 203mm to both sides of the fue...

Page 15: ...acking box 2 Using a 2 Phillips screw driver attach the flex adapter to the stove using 4 screws Figure 15 1 3 Floor Rear Installation Cut a 4 inch 102mm hole in outside wall or floor to accommodate o...

Page 16: ...lts securing blower onto outer wall of appliance 4 Place the bracket containing the snap disc and magnet under the bottom left rear corner See Owner s Manual for detailed operating instructions for th...

Page 17: ...e collar in the top vent position Converting Collar For Rear Vent Installation and Installing Required Horizontal Flue Shield 1 Remove flue collar 3 Phillips and convection chamber top 2 Phillips 2 Re...

Page 18: ...6 inch 152mm factory built chimney conforming to CAN ULC 629M STANDARD FOR FACTORY BUILT CHIMNEYS 6 Follow the chimney and chimney connector manufacturer s instructions when installing the flue syste...

Page 19: ...BK ACC Blower Control Box W Switch SRV7000 194 Y Component Pack 7033 051 Magnet Round SRV7000 140 Y Snap Disc Bracket Assembly 7033 036 Snap Disc 1 Convection Blower SRV230 0470 Y Speed Control Only R...

Page 20: ...eration DO NOT DISCARD Please contact your Quadra Fire dealer with any questions or concerns For the number of your nearest Quadra Fire dealer log onto www quadrafire com CONTACT INFORMATION This prod...

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