Quadra-Fire EXPLR-I-MBK, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...peries and other flammable materials away WARNING If the information in these instruc tions is not followed exactly a fire may result causing property damage personal injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or other flam mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Do not over fire If heater or chimney con nector glows you are over firing Over firing will void your ...

Page 2: ...pe Must be equipped with a spark arrestor Apply double wall clearances below when installing unit SERIAL NO NUMÉRO DE SÉRIE EXPLORER I WOOD STOVE 7062 195 CHAUD LORS DE L OPÉRATION NE PAS TOUCHER GARDEZ LES ENFANTS ET LES VÊTEMENTS LOIN DE L ESPACE DÉSIGNÉ DE L INSTALLATION LE CONTACT PEUT CAUSER DES BRÛLURES À LAPEAU GARDEZ LES MEUBLES ET LES MATÉRIAUX COMBUSTIBLES LOIN DE L ESPACE DÉSIGNÉ DE L A...

Page 3: ...ecifications 7 2Operating Instructions 8 A Over Firing Your Appliance 8 B Wood Selection Storage 8 C Burning Process 8 D Automatic Combustion Control ACC 9 E Air Controls 9 F Burn Rates and Operating Efficiency 10 G Building A Fire 10 H Correct Baffle Blanket Placement 11 I Blower Operating Instructions 12 J Opacity Smoke 12 K Negative Pressure 13 L Frequently Asked Questions 13 3 Maintenance and ...

Page 4: ... home construction warranty coverage begins on the date of first occupancy of the dwelling or six months after the sale of the product by an independent authorized HHT dealer distributor whichever occurs earlier The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of product shipment from HHT regardless of the installation or occupancy date The warranty period for parts and labor...

Page 5: ...s warranty does not cover the following Changes in surface finishes as a result of normal use As a heating appliance some changes in color of interior and exterior surface finishes may occur This is not a flaw and is not covered under warranty Damage to printed plated or enameled surfaces caused by fingerprints accidents misuse scratches melted items or other external sources and residues left on ...

Page 6: ...D KINDLING LIGHT THE PAPER 5 WARNING Risk of Fire Close and securely latch the door after the fire has started and after refueling to prevent Spillage of smoke flame and carbon monoxide Spillage of sparks coals and logs Over firing DO NOT leave the appliance unattended with the door open Starting a fire may not require an open door for draft The air control should supply adequate draft 10 Pieces o...

Page 7: ...allation and or use of any component part not approved by Hearth Home Technologies Operating appliance without fully assembling all components Operating appliance without legs attached if supplied with appliance Do NOT Over fire If appliance or chimney connector glows you are over firing Any such action that may cause a fire hazard 1 Listing and Code Approvals A Appliance Certification NOTE Hearth...

Page 8: ...covered with a tarp plastic tar paper sheets of scrap plywood etc as uncovered wood can absorb water from rain or snow delaying the seasoning process C Burning Process In recent years there has been an increasing concern about air quality Much of the blame for poor air quality has been placed on the burning of wood for home heating In order to improve the situation we at Quadra Fire have developed...

Page 9: ...nce you set the ACC system it will control the fire for you Follow the instructions below to learn how to operate your appliance with ease E Air Controls 1 Burn Rate Air Control This air supply enters at the lower front of the firebox near the bottom of the glass door This preheated air supplies the necessary fresh oxygen to mix with the unburned gases helping to create second third and fourth com...

Page 10: ...ough opening Large logs burn slowly holding a fire longer Small logs burn fast and hot giving quick heat 9 As long as there are hot coals repeating steps 6 through 8 will maintain a continuous fire throughout the season This wood heater has a manufacturer set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered It is against federal regulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood heater...

Page 11: ...e with the baffle in the correct po sition only Not doing so could result in Reduced efficiency Overheating the chimney Overheating the rear of the firebox Poor performance Ensure correct baffle placement and replace baffle compo nents if damaged or missing Ceramic Blanket and Baffle Board MUST be in contact with the back of the firebox and even with each other in the front Ceramic Blanket Back of...

Page 12: ... totally obscured by the smoke column from a chimney and 0 opacity means that no smoke column can be seen As you become familiar with your appliance you should periodically check the opacity This will allow you to know how to burn as nearly smoke free as possible goal of 0 opacity WARNING Fire Risk DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE NAPHTHA OR ENGINE OIL DO NOT burn treated w...

Page 13: ... appliance Avoid installing the appliance near doors walkways or small isolated spaces Recessed lighting should be a sealed can design Attic hatches weather stripped or sealed Attic mounted duct work and air handler joints and seams taped or sealed WARNING Asphyxiation Risk Negative pressure can cause spillage of combustion fumes soot and carbon monoxide Appliance needs to draft properly for safet...

Page 14: ...ill between the stove and door and then shut the door If you can pull the dollar out remove one washer from door handle behind latch cam and try again If you can still pull it out replace the door gasket Check the glass frame for loose screws to prevent air leakage Check glass for cracks YEARLY Check the door latch for proper adjustment This is very important especially after the door rope has for...

Page 15: ...e or soot has accumulated it should be removed to reduce the risk of a chimney fire a The appliance and ashes must be completely cooled down before using the Ash Removal System Reach down and locate the ash removal door handle under the left side of the appliance in the center Grasp the handle with your fingers and place your thumb on the latch release Figure 15 1 Press the latch release inward Ke...

Page 16: ...ing over the glass and the smoky relatively cool condition of a low fire will cause the glass to become coated Operating the appliance with the Burn Rate Air Control and Start UpAir Control all the way open for 30 45 minutes should remove the built up coating CAUTION Do not use polishes with abrasives It will scratch surfaces Fire Risk Disposal of Ashes WARNING Ashes should be placed in metal cont...

Page 17: ...eight refer to Chimney Height Section Refer to Negative Pressure section Wood condition is too wet too large Use dry seasoned wood refer to Seasoned Wood Section Bed of coals not established before adding wood Start with paper kindling to establish bed of coals refer to Building a Fire Section Flue blockage such as birds nests or leaves in termination cap Have chimney inspected for creosote and cl...

Page 18: ...ernately a few turns at a time until the glass is secure DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN 9 Replace the door on the appliance Quadra Fire appliances are equipped with ceramic super heat resistant glass which can only be broken by impact or misuse Do not slam appliance door or impact the glass When closing door make sure that logs do not protrude against the glass Inspect glass regularly If you find a crack or b...

Page 19: ...he handle needs to rotate smoothly 6 Install fiber handle Figure 19 2 CAUTION Do not overtighten lock nut The door handle needs to move smoothly Locknut Latch Cam Spacing Washers Door Cross Section Square Key Door Handle Shaft Fiber Handle E Baffle Removal 1 Remove all ash from the firebox and dispose appropriately 2 Lift baffle protection channel board and blanket approximately 1 inch up so it is...

Page 20: ...l assembly a clear ance of 19 inches 483mm is required on the right side of appliance in order to remove the tubes with the appliance in place If space is not available the appliance will have to be disconnected from the chimney to proceed with the tube replacement Replacing Tube Channel Assembly 1 Install baffle board blanket and tube assembly a Insert baffle blanket b Insert tube assembly 2 3 of...

Page 21: ...February 25 2016 7062 196B 21 Explorer I Date of Service Performed By Description of Service A Service Maintenance Log 6 Reference Materials ...

Page 22: ...ve R Wood Stove Part number list on following page 02 16 Color SKU No Mfg Dates Matte Black EXPLR I MBK 11 15 Porcelain Black EXPLR I PBK 11 15 Porcelain Dark Blue EXPLR I PDB 11 15 Porcelain Frost EXPLR I PFT 11 15 Porcelain Mahogany EXPLR I PMH 11 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 11 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 ...

Page 23: ...062 101MBK Porcelain Black 7062 101PBK Porcelain Blue 7062 101PDB Porcelain Frost 7062 101PFT Porcelain Mahogany 7062 101PMH 5 Brick Assembly SRV7062 004 5 1 Brick 1 9 X 4 5 X 1 25 Qty 10 req 5 2 Brick 2 9 x 2 5 x 1 25 Qty 2 req 5 3 Brick 3 4 5 x 4 5 x 1 25 Qty 2 req 5 4 Brick 4 9 X 3 75 X 1 25 Qty 2 req Brick Uncut Must specilfy size when ordering Pkg of 1 832 0550 Pkg of 6 832 3040 6 Side Left M...

Page 24: ...in Mahogany 7062 103PMH Gasket 1 2 7000 811 13 Door Assembly Matte Black 7062 003MBK Porcelain Black 7062 003PBK Porcelain Blue 7062 003PDB Porcelain Frost 7062 003PFT Porcelain Mahogany 7062 003PMH 13 1 Glass Retainers SRV7063 166 13 2 Glass Assembly SRV7062 013 Y 13 3 Door Matte Black 7062 109MBK Porcelain Black 7062 109PBK Porcelain Blue 7062 109PDB Porcelain Frost 7062 109PFT Porcelain Mahogan...

Page 25: ...imer Only Replacement Assembly SRV480 1940 Y 18 Burn Rate Indicator SRV7062 174 19 ARS Box SRV7060 005 20 Burn Rate Control SRV7062 023 Handle Fiber SRV7060 202 21 ARS Assembly SRV7062 035 22 Gasket ARS SRV7033 296 Y 23 Outside Air Chamber SRV7062 173 24 Side Right Matte Black 7062 018MBK Porcelain Black 7062 018PBK Porcelain Blue 7062 018PDB Porcelain Frost 7062 018PFT Porcelain Mahogany 7062 018...

Page 26: ...g service parts from your dealer or distributor Stocked at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION COMMENTS PART NUMBER Component Pack Includes BafÀe Diverter and Instructions 2 Leg Leveling Nuts 2 Bolts Touch Up Paint Owners Manual Warranty Card Matte Black SRV7062 027 Porcelain Black SRV7062 028 Porcelain Blue SRV7062 029 Porcelain Frost SRV7062 030 Porcelain Mahogany SRV7062 031 Leveling Assembly 7000 000 Paint...

Page 27: ...February 25 2016 7062 196B 27 Explorer I Date Note C Home Owner Notes ...

Page 28: ...peration 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 product may be covered by one or more of the following patents United States 5341794 5263471 6688302 7216645 7047962 or other U S and foreign patents pending We recommend that you record the following pe...