Hearth and Home Technologies Quadra-Fire CAB50-C Installation Manual

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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
PELLET BURNING APPLIANCE
MODEL NUMBER:
CAB50-C
CAUTION
Tested and approved for wood pellets, Burning of any
other type of fuel voids your warranty.
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends
HHT Factory Trained or NFI certified professionals.
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Installation Manual
Installation & Appliance Set-Up
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
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If the information in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a fire could result
causing property damage, personal injury,
or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
Do not over fire - If appliance or chimney connector
glows, you are over firing. Over firing will void
your warranty.
Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles
as specified.
Failure to comply may cause house fire.
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass will cause burns.
Do not touch glass until it is cooled
NEVER allow children to touch glass
Keep children away
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room
as fireplace.
Alert children and adults to hazards of
high temperatures
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
flammable materials.
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
flammable materials away.
Check building codes prior to installation.
Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state
and national codes and regulations.
Consult local building, fire officials or authorities
having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation
inspection, and permits.
NOTE: To obtain a French translation of this
manual, please contact your dealer or visit
www.quadrafire.com.
REMARQUE : Pour obtenir une traduction française de
ce manuel, s'il vous plaît contacter votre
revendeur ou visitez www.quadrafire.com.
7074-803B
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
March 17, 2020

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  • Page 1 Installation Manual Installation & Appliance Set-Up INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation. OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference. NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire could result causing property damage, personal injury, PELLET BURNING APPLIANCE or death.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. •...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information A. Appliance Certification C. BTU & Efficiency Specifications Model CAB50-C EPA Certification Number: N/A Number: Laboratory Intertek EPA Certified Report No. 100358108PRT-005 1.0 grams per hour Emissions: Solid Fuel Room Appliance/Pellet Fuel *LHV Tested Efficiency: 69.5% Type Burning Type **HHV Tested Efficiency: 65.1% ASTM E1509-04 and ULC S627-00 Room...
  • Page 4: Glass Specifications

    D. Glass Specifications J. Stove Composition This appliance is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. These pellet burning stoves are made of steel, cast iron or Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please a combination of both with a ceramic viewing glass. These contact your dealer for replacement glass.
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Install Guide Getting Started A. Design, Installation & Location Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, you must consider the location of: Considerations • Windows 1. Appliance Location • Air Intakes • Air Conditioner NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. •...
  • Page 6: Thermostat Wall Control Location

    B. Thermostat Wall Control Location WARNING The thermostat wall control’s location will have some affect on the appliance’s operation. Risk of Fire! • Maximum wire length from appliance is 100 feet • Damaged parts could impair (30.48m) continuous non-spliced wire. Recommended safe operation.
  • Page 7: Install Checklist

    E. Install Checklist ATTENTION INSTALLER: Follow this Standard Work Checklist This standard work checklist is to be used by the installer in conjunction with, not instead of, the instructions contained in this installation manual. __________________________________________________________________________ Customer: ______________________________________________________________________ Date Installed: _______________________________________________________________________ Lot/Address: ________________________________________________________________ Location of Appliance:...
  • Page 8: Dimensions And Clearances

    Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions 2-1/4 in 10 in 10 in (59mm) (252mm) (252mm) 23-3/4 in (603mm) Figure 8.1 - Top View 9-1/2 in 36-1/2 in (243mm) (927mm) 26-5/8 in (677mm) 25-7/8 in (657mm) 12-1/2 in (318mm) 24-1/2 in (622mm) Figure 8.3 - Front View 9-1/8 in (231mm)
  • Page 9 12-1/4 in 12-1/4 in 12-1/4 in (311mm) (311mm) (311mm) 2-7/8 in 2-7/8 in 3-1/8 in (71mm) (71mm) (79mm) Figure 9.1 - Top View w/ Top Vent Adapter (TPVNT-5) Figure 9.3 - Top View w/ Top Vent Adapter (TPVNT-5) & 3 to 4 inch Offset Adapter (811-0720) 29-5/8 in 29-5/8 in 28 in...
  • Page 10 12-1/4 in 12-1/4 in 9-7/8 in 9-7/8 in (311mm) (311mm) 4-1/8 in 4-1/8 in (252mm) (252mm) 2-7/8 in 2-7/8 in (103mm) (103mm) (73mm) (73mm) Figure 10.1 - Top View w/ Top Vent Adapter (TPVNT-5) & Figure 10.3 - Top View w/ Top Vent Adapter (TPVNT-6) 3 to 6 inch Offset Adapter (812-3570) 30-1/8 in 30-1/8 in...
  • Page 11 9-7/8 in 9-7/8 in (252mm) (252mm) 3-1/8 in 3-1/8 in (80mm) (80mm) Figure 11.1 - Top View w/ Top Vent Adapter (TPVNT-6) & 3 to 4 inch Offset Adapter (811-0720) 16-3/4 in 16-3/4 in 15-1/8 in 15-1/8 in (424mm) (424mm) (383mm) (383mm) Figure 11.2 - Side View w/ Top Vent Adapter (TPVNT-6) &...
  • Page 12: Clearances To Combustibles (Ul And Ulc)

    B. Clearances to Combustibles (UL and ULC) Installations with 3 to 3 inch Top Vent Adapter Vertical Installation Inches Millimeters Back Wall to Adapter Side Wall to Appliance Back Wall to Appliance 6-1/4 Straight Back Against Wall Inches Millimeters Corner Installation Inches Millimeters Back Wall to Appliance...
  • Page 13: Hearth Pad Requirements

    C. Hearth Pad Requirements (UL and ULC) USA INSTALLATIONS: A non-combustible floor protection is recommended extending beneath the flue pipe when EMBER PROTECTION: It is necessary to install a Type I installed with horizontal venting or under the Top Vent floor protector.
  • Page 14: Alcove

    D. Alcove Figure 14.1 Figure 14.2 Minimum* Maximum Inches Millimeters Inches Millimeters Height 56-3/4 1441 Width 1346 Depth 1219 To Side Wall * All minimums listed are to a combustible surface. Table 14.1 NOTE: • Illustrations reflect typical installations and are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY.
  • Page 15: Vent Information

    Vent Information A. Venting Termination Minimum Requirements Electrical Service Inside Corner FIXED FIXED OPEN CLOSED CLOSED OPEN J or K Termination Cap Air Supply Inlet Gas Meter Restricted Area All minimum clearances are listed with an Outside Air Kit (OAK) installed, unless otherwise noted in table below. 12 in.
  • Page 16: Avoiding Smoke And Odors

    B. Avoiding Smoke and Odors Vent Configurations When installing a pellet appliance with a horizontal vent Negative Pressure, Shut-Down and Electrical configuration the frequency of power outages should Power Failure be considered: To reduce the probability of back-drafting or burn-back •...
  • Page 17: Negative Pressure

    C. Negative Pressure E. Minimum Vacuum Requirements Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air .075 inches W.C. available for the appliance to operate properly. It can be strongest in lower levels of the house. F. Chimney and Exhaust Connection Causes include: 1.
  • Page 18: Equivalent Feet Of Pipe

    G. Equivalent Feet of Pipe WARNING The table below can help you calculate the equivalent feet of pipe which is a method used to determine pellet vent Vent surfaces get HOT, can cause burns size (Figure 18.1). if touched. Non-combustible shielding or guards may be required.
  • Page 19: Venting Systems

    Venting Systems A. Through The Wall NOTE: In Canada, where passage through a wall or Horizontal termination cap must be a minimum of 6 partition of combustible construction is desired, inches. (152mm) from the wall. Approved for mobile home the installation shall conform to CAN/CSA-B365 installations.
  • Page 20: Vertical Into Existing Class A Chimney

    B. Vertical into Existing Class A Chimney C. Vertical - Interior - Typical Installation PREFERRED METHOD #1 Rain Cap Rain Cap Flashing 12 in. (305mm) Minimum 12 in. Flashing (305mm) Minimum Firestop 6 in. (152mm) Class A Firestop Chimney Connector Adapter Ceiling Support 3 in.
  • Page 21: Masonry

    WARNING Fire Risk Inspection of Chimney: • Masonry chimney must be in good condition. • Meets minimum standard of NFPA 211 • Factory-built chimney must be a minimum 6 inch (152mm) UL103 HT. E. Masonry Fireclay flue Concrete Cap Liner with Airspace Flashing 1 in.
  • Page 22: Appliance Set-Up

    Appliance Set-Up A. Outside Air Kit 1. Measure distance from floor to air vent opening in appliance and mark location on wall. There are two Outside Air Kits available for purchase with 2. Use a saw to cut opening in wall: this appliance.
  • Page 23: Top Vent Adapter Installation

    B. Top Vent Adapter Installation C. Rear Vent Adapter Installations 1. Put a layer of high temperature silicone on the 3 inch 3 to 3 inch Top Vent Adapter (76mm) exhaust outlet. Do not put silicone inside of 3 to 6 inch Top Vent Offset Adapter pipe (Figure 23.1).
  • Page 24: Thermostat Installation

    D. Thermostat Installation 1. A low voltage thermostat is required to operate this pellet appliance. You may use the included wall mount thermostat (Figure 24.1) or purchase an optional Terminal Block Center 2 Screws for programmable thermostat or remote control. It is Thermostat Wires Power Outlet equipped with an adjustable heat anticipator.
  • Page 25: Mobile Home Installation

    Mobile Home Installation You must use a Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit for CAUTION installation in a mobile home. THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE 1. An outside air inlet must be provided for the HOME FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING/ROOF MUST combustion air and must remain clear of leaves, debris, BE MAINTAINED ice and/or snow.
  • Page 26: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Service & Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service 7074-803B March 17, 2020...
  • Page 27 Date of Service Performed By Description of Service March 17, 2020 7074-803B...
  • Page 28 Date of Service Performed By Description of Service 7074-803B March 17, 2020...
  • Page 29 Date of Service Performed By Description of Service March 17, 2020 7074-803B...
  • Page 30: Accessory List

    ITEM DESCRIPTION COMMENTS PART NUMBER at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION COMMENTS PART NUMBER Hopper Lid Magnetic Switch SRV7000-375 Hopper Lid Magnetic Switch SRV7000-375 Jumper Hopper Switch SRV7074-175 Jumper Hopper Switch SRV7074-175 Component Pack SRV7074-056 B. Accessory List Component Pack SRV7074-056 Cleanout Tool 414-1140 CAB50-C Cleanout Tool...
  • Page 31 CAB50-C Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Mar 2019 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. Hearth and Stocked Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer or distributor.
  • Page 32 CONTACT INFORMATION Hearth & Home Technologies 352 Mountain House Road Halifax, PA 17032 Division of HNI INDUSTRIES Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer log onto www.quadrafi re.com CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL •...

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