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Owner's Manual
Installation and Operation
Model:
CB1200I-B
• Important operating and
maintenance instruc-
tions included.
Please read this entire manual
before installation and use of this
pellet fuel-burning room heater.
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in property damage,
bodily injury or even 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 overfire - If any external part starts
to glow, you are overfiring. Reduce feed rate.
Overfiring will void your warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as specified. Failure to comply may
cause house fire.
CAUTION
Tested and approved for wood pellets and shelled
field corn fuel only. Burning of any other type of fuel
voids your warranty.
www.quadrafire.com
CB1200-I PELLET INSERT
CAUTION
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Read, understand and
•
follow these instruc-
tions for safe installa-
tion and operation.
WARNING
Leave this manual with
•
party responsible for use
and operation.
HOT! DO NOT TOUCH.
SEVERE BURNS MAY RESULT.
CLOTHING IGNITION MAY RESULT.
Glass and other surfaces are hot
during operation and cool down.
• Keep children away.
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
appliance.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
• Do NOT operate with protective barriers open or
removed.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
combustibles 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.
7014-083C
R
Beaverton
Tested and
Listed by
Oregon USA
C
US
OMNI- Test Laboratories, Inc.
WARNING
CAUTION
October 26, 2006

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  • Page 1 CB1200-I PELLET INSERT Owner’s Manual Installation and Operation Model: Beaverton Tested and Listed by Oregon USA CB1200I-B OMNI- Test Laboratories, Inc. CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL Read, understand and Leave this manual with • Important operating and • •...
  • Page 2 Hearth & Home Technologies welcomes you to our tradition hand-finished for lasting beauty and enjoyment. Our pledge of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you to quality is completed as each model undergoes a quality have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and control inspection.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1: Listing and Code Approvals A. Appliance Certifications ......4 Section 8: Operating Instructions B. Mobile Home Approved ......4 A. Fuel Size & Material ......24 C. Glass Specifications ......4 B. General Operation Information ...24 D.

  • Page 4: Section 1: Listing And Code Approvals

    The appliance must be properly grounded to the frame of their specifications and/or price without notice. the mobile home and use only listed pellet vent, Class “L” or “PL” connector pipe. A Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit must be installed in a mobile home installation. C. Glass Specifications This appliance is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass.

  • Page 5: Section 2: Getting Started

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Getting Started A. Design, Installation & Location B. Fire Safety Considerations Maintain the designated clearances to combustibles. Insu- 1. Appliance Location lation must not touch the chimney. You must maintain the designated air space clearance around the chimney. This Consideration must be given to safety, convenience, traffic space around a chimney is necessary to allow natural heat flow, and the fact that the appliance will need a chimney and...

  • Page 6: Tools & Supplies Needed

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert E. Inspect Appliance & Components and C. Tools And Supplies Needed Pre-Use Check List Tools and building supplies normally required for installation, unless installing into an existing masonry fireplace: Place the appliance in a location near the Reciprocating Saw Safety Glasses final installation area and follow the proce-...

  • Page 7: Appliance Dimensions

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions 40" (1016mm) 29-1/4" (74mm) 22" (559mm) 8-/4" (222mm) 1" (0mm) 10-/4" (27mm) 12" (05mm) 28-1/2" (724mm) Figure 7.2 - Front View Figure 7.1 - Top View Panel Standard 0 inches (762mm) 40 inches (1016mm) Large  inches (88mm)

  • Page 8: Clearances To Combustibles As A Built-In, Ul And Ulc

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert B. Clearance To Combustibles, UL and ULC AS A BUILT-IN Rear Shroud Kit, Part 811-0680 is Required for Built-In Installation (see pages 17-18 for installation instructions) 0 INCH (0mm) CLEARANCE TO ExPOSED SECTION AND FACE TRIM Figure 8.1 Inches Millimeters Top of Shroud...

  • Page 9: Clearances To Combustibles, Masonry & Zero Clearance

    Hearth Extension - Sides Figure 9.1 D. Minimum Opening for Masonry and Zero NOTE: A Quadra-Fire floor protector (Part 811-070) is available through your dealer to be used as a floor protector Clearance Fireplaces for Built-In Using for the section under the insert body only. Floor protection...

  • Page 10: Masonry Minimum Opening

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert E. Masonry Minimum Opening G. Calculating Alternate Floor Protection Material Thermal Conductivity: k value The k value indicates the amount of heat (in BTU’s) that will flow in 1 hour through 1 square foot of a uniform material 1 inch thick for each degree (F) of temperature difference from one side of the material to the other.

  • Page 11: Removing Floor Of Factory Built

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert H. Removing Metal Floor of Factory-Built Firebox Keep sharp edge of • The firebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails, metal floor away from screen mesh and log grates can be removed from a power cord factory-built firebox in order to gain minimum insert opening requirements.

  • Page 12: Section 4: Vent Information

    2. Mobile Home: Approved for all listed pellet vent. Use sun deck or porch, narrow walkway or closely fenced area, listed double wall flue connector. A Quadra-Fire Outside or any location that can build up a concentration of fumes Air Kit must be used with manufactured home installa- such as a stairwell, covered breezeway, etc.

  • Page 13: Equivalent Feet Of Pipe

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert WARNING C. Equivalent Feet of Pipe Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or The table below can help you calculate the equivalent feet of maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer pipe which is a method used to determine pellet vent size. See to the owner’s information manual provided with this appli- Figure 13.1 ance.

  • Page 14: Section 5: Venting Systems

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Venting Systems B. Direct Connect Without Outside Air A. Direct Connect With Outside Air NOTE: In Canada, only a full reline is allowed per ULC S-628, ORD ULC C1482. NOTE; Use metal plate around exhaust vent pipe and seal all edges with non-flammable insulation such as fiberglass, mineral...

  • Page 15: Full Reline With Outside Air

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert C. Full Reline With Outside Air NOTE: Check clearances carefully for this type of installation to ensure adequate room 12” (05mm) for outside air venting. min. above 12” (05mm) min. below NOTE: In Canada, only a full reline is allowed per ULC S-628, ORD ULC C1482.

  • Page 16: Section 6: Mobile Home

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Mobile Home A. Mobile Home Installation CAUTION You must use a Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit for instal- Maintain structural integrity of mobile home: lation in a mobile home. • Floor, wall, ceiling and/or roof. Do NOT cut through: An outside air inlet must be provided for the combustion •...

  • Page 17: Section 7: Appliance Set-Up

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Appliance Set-Up A. Rear Shroud Installation 1. Top Vent Installations Parts Required: REAR SHROUD TOP VENT PART 811-0650 Part 811-0680, Rear Shroud Kit. Includes: Six galvanized steel shroud pieces, two cover plates and fastener package. Part 811-0650, Rear Shroud Top Vent Right Corner Top Vent Opening Includes: Vent pipe and two 1/4 - 20 x /4"...
  • Page 18 CB1200-I Pellet Insert Rear Vent Installation Preparation: 4. Assemble the right corner and right panel pieces using 4 Remove the ENTIRE exhaust blower housing by remov- screws prior to attaching to insert. Figure 18.4. ing the 4 nuts using a 7/16" socket wrench. Set the nuts 5.

  • Page 19: Outside Air Kit

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert C. Adjustable Hopper Options B. Outside Air Kit Instructions Depending on your installation, the hopper can be vertically Parts Included in Kit: 1 piece of 2 inch x  ft. flex hose, adjusted up to a maximum of -1/2 inches (89mm) and will 1 hose clamp and 1 rodent screen.

  • Page 20: Adjustable Hearth Support

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert E. Adjustable Hearth Support ExPLODED VIEW OF SCISSORS Size: 9”d x 45”w, 2” to 10” Height Adjustment Included in Kit: (1) trim top, (1) trim front, (2) trim sides, double-sided tape (already installed) SCREWS ARE CIRCLED Tools Needed: Phillips head screw driver, sheet metal shears, measuring tape, gloves 1.

  • Page 21: Panel & Trim

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert F. Panel and Trim Set Standard Size: 30”H x 40” W (762mm x 1016mm) Large Size: 33” H x 50” W (838mm x 1270mm) Included in Kit: 2 side panels, 1 top panel, 2 side trim, 1 top trim, 2 corner brackets and fastener package.
  • Page 22 CB1200-I Pellet Insert F. Panel and Trim Set (Cont’d) 7. Hold side curtains in open position and lower panel set over insert setting lower edge of top panel in slot between hopper lid and panel support as shown in Figure 22.1. Place existing screw head (installed in Figure 21.2) into locator hole in floor of insert.

  • Page 23: Thermostat Installation

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert G. Optional Log Set Placement Instructions H. Thermostat Installation A 12 volt AC thermostat is required to operate this pellet CAUTION appliance. You may use the included wall mount thermo- stat or purchase an optional programmable thermostat Logs are FRAGILE.

  • Page 24: Section 8: Operating Instructions

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Operating Instructions B. General Operating Information A. Fuel Size And Material 1. Thermostat Calls For Heat 1. Wood Pellets The appliance is like most modern furnaces; when the thermostat Fuel pellets are made from sawdust or wood by-products. If the calls for heat, your appliance will automatically light and deliver source material is hardwood, they can have a higher mineral heat.

  • Page 25: Before Your First Fire

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert C. Before Your First Fire F. Fire Characteristics 1. First, make sure your appliance has been properly A properly adjusted fire with the heat output control switch set installed and that all safety requirements have been met. on “HIGH”...

  • Page 26: Frequently Asked Questions

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert WARNING Fire Risk Do NOT operate appliance: • With appliance door open. • Firepot floor open. • Cleaning slide plates open. Do NOT store fuel: • Closer than required clearances to com- bustibles to appliance • Within space required for loading or ash removal.

  • Page 27: Section 9: Troubleshooting

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualified service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective Troubleshooting action to be taken.
  • Page 28 CB1200-I Pellet Insert Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Slow or smoky start-up Dirty exhaust and/or venting system. Check for ash build up in appliance, (Cont’d) including behind rear panels, firebox, heat exchanger, exhaust blower and venting. Feed system fails to Out of fuel.
  • Page 29 CB1200-I Pellet Insert Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Convection blower fails to No call light. Defective control box. start. #1 snap disc defective. Replace snap disc. Blower not plugged in. Check that blower is plugged into wire har- ness. Blower is defective. Replace blower.

  • Page 30: Proper Shutdown Procedure

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Maintaining & Servicing Your Appliance b. Pull firepot cleaning rod OUT and IN a couple of times A. Proper Shutdown Procedure to help shake debris loose. If rod is hard to pull, it may be necessary to use your firepot scraper to chip away CAUTION material that has built up on the bottom plate of the firepot and to push out any clinkers.
  • Page 31 CB1200-I Pellet Insert 8. Cleaning Beneath Heat Exchanger 6. Disposal of Ashes • Frequency: Monthly or after burning 1 ton of fuel • Frequency: As needed • By: Homeowner • By: Homeowner • Task: • Task: A more thorough cleaning is needed to remove the Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a excess ash that is left behind from the use of the clean- tight-fitting lid.
  • Page 32 CB1200-I Pellet Insert 11. Door Latch Inspection 16. Soot and Fly Ash: Formation & Need for Removal in Exhaust Venting System. • Frequency: Periodically • By: Homeowner • Frequency: Yearly or as needed • Task: • By: Qualified Service Technician/Homeowner •...

  • Page 33: Igniter Replacement

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert D. Igniter Replacement Pellets Back Up Firepot Overfills In Feed Tube Ash Build Up in Firebox Igniter Bracket Figure 33.1 Igniter Thumb Screw Incorrect Figure 33.4 a. Shut down the appliance by turning down the thermostat and let the appliance completely cool down. After the appliance has cooled down, unplug it and remove the ash pan.

  • Page 34: Baffle Removal

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert E. Glass Replacement Door Latch Door Latch Top & Bottom Frame Top & Bottom Frame WARNING • Glass is 5mm thick high temperature heat- resistant ceramic glass. Center Posts Center Posts • DO NOT REPLACE with any other material. •...

  • Page 35: Component Functions

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Reference Materials When describing the location of a component part it is always AS YOU FACE THE FRONT A. Component Function OF THE APPLIANCE. 1. Control Box a. The control box is located on right side of appliance, 7.
  • Page 36 CB1200-I Pellet Insert 16. Snap Disc #1 (Convection Blower) 125°F 19. Vacuum Switch Snap disc #1 is located on the right side of the firebox. There The vacuum switch is located at the rear of the appliance. are 2 purple wires connected to it. This snap disc turns the This switch turns the feed system on when vacuum is present convection blower on and off as needed.

  • Page 37: Component Locations

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Beginning Manufacture Date: April 8, 1999 B. Component Locations Terminal Block Center 2 Screws for Thermostat Wires Control Box Heat Output Switch Reset Button Blue Blinking Red Call Light Light Fuse Red/ Green Light Power Outlet Figure 37.4 - Door, Face, Glass, & Latch Assembly Figure 37.1 Description Part Number...
  • Page 38 CB1200-I Pellet Insert Beg. Manufacture Date: July, 2005 Figure 38.1 Page 8 7014-083C October 26, 2006...

  • Page 39: Service Parts & Accessories

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert D. Service Parts and Accessories IMPORTANT: This is dated information. The most current information is located on the quadra-fire web site at www.Quadrafire.Com. When ordering, supply serial and model numbers to ensure correct part. SCHEMATIC LIST Description...
  • Page 40 CB1200-I Pellet Insert Item # Part Descsription, Alphabetical Order Feed Spring Only 812-600 Firepot Bolt, 1-1/4” long 225-0120 Firepot Floor (Slide Plate) 414-0290 Firepot Nut, 1/4-20 226-0090 Firepot Pull Rod Assembly (Linkage) 812-4140 Firepot, EZ Clean 812-51 Fuse .7 amp, Junction Box 812-080 Gasket (Rope), Door 842-250...
  • Page 41 Vent Adapter,  inch to 4 inch 811-0720 Zero Clearance Adjustable Trim Support, 2 inch to 10 inch 841-1000 Appliance Part No. CB1200-I Insert, No Door or Grille (order door & grille separately) CB1200I-B Page 41 October 26, 2006 7014-083C...

  • Page 42: Service & Maintenance Log

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert E. Service And Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service Page 42 7014-083C October 26, 2006...

  • Page 43: Warranty Policy

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert F. Warranty Policy Lifetime Warranty LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The Hearth & Home Technologies limited Lifetime Warranty guarantees that the following components will work as designed for the lifetime of the stove or Hearth & Home Technologies will repair or replace them. These items include but are not limited to steel and cast iron components, all gas burners, gas logs, combustion chambers, heat exchanger systems, stainless steel firebox components, plating, doors, glass damaged by thermal breakage, steel baffle supports, steel and ceramic baffles and manifold tubes.

  • Page 44: Contact Information

    Hearth & Home Technologies 1445 North Highway Colville, WA 99114 Division of HNI INDUSTRIES www.quadrafire.com Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer please call 1-800-926-4356 CAUTION Do NOT discard this manual.

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