Quadra-Fire CB1200MI-MBK Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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• 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 fl am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• Do not overfi re - If any external part starts to
glow, you are overfi ring. Reduce feed rate.
Overfi ring will void your warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as specifi ed. Failure to comply may
cause house fi re.
CAUTION
Tested and approved for wood pellets and shelled
fi eld corn fuel only. Burning of any other type of fuel
voids your warranty.
CAUTION
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national
codes and regulations.
• Consult local building, fi re offi cials or authorities having jurisdic-
tion about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.
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1200-I PELLET INSERT
Owner's Manual

Installation and Operation

Model:
CB1200MI-MBK
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Read, understand and
follow these instruc-
tions for safe installa-
tion and operation.
WARNING
NOTICE
Leave this manual with
party responsible for use
and operation.
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
fi replace.
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable
materials away.
To obtain a French translation of this manual, please
contact your dealer or visit www.quadrafi re.com
Pour obtenir une traduction française de ce manuel,
s'il vous plaît contacter votre revendeur ou visitez
www.quadrafi re.com
7014-188L
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Tested and
O-T L
Listed by
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US
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are
hot during operation AND
cool down.
NOTE
September 24, 2015
Portland
Oregon USA

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  • Page 1: Installation And Operation

    Tested and O-T L Oregon USA Listed by Owner’s Manual OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. Installation and Operation Model: CB1200MI-MBK NOTICE DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL Read, understand and Leave this manual with • • • Important operating and follow these instruc-...
  • Page 2 Hearth & Home Technologies welcomes you to our tradition ioned when it comes to craftsmanship. Each unit is meticu- of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you lously fabricated and surfaces are hand-fi nished for lasting have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and beauty and enjoyment.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1200-I Pellet Insert 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. •...
  • Page 4: Section 1: Listing And Code Approvals

    The appliance must be properly grounded to the frame of Burning Type Insert the mobile home and use only listed pellet vent, Class “L” or “PL” connector pipe. A Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit must be STANDARD: ASTM E1509-95, ULC S628-93, ULC installed in a mobile home installation.
  • Page 5: Section 2: Getting Started

    1200-I Pellet Insert Getting Started Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, you A. Design, Installation & Location Consider- must consider the location of: ations • Windows 1. Appliance Location • Air Intakes • Air Conditioner NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. •...
  • Page 6: Locating Your Appliance & Chimney

    1200-I Pellet Insert B. Locating Your Appliance & Chimney E. Negative Pressure Location of the appliance and chimney will affect WARNING! Risk of Asphyxiation! Negative pressure can performance. cause spillage of combustion fumes and soot. • Install through the warm airspace enclosed by the building Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air avail- envelope.
  • Page 7: Fire Safety

    1200-I Pellet Insert G. Tools And Supplies Needed F. Fire Safety To provide reasonable fi re safety, the following should be given Tools and building supplies normally required serious consideration: for installation, unless installing into an existing • Install at least one smoke detector on each fl oor of your masonry fi...
  • Page 8: Appliance Dimensions

    1200-I Pellet Insert Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions 40 in. (1016mm) 29-1/4 in. (743mm) 22 in. (559mm) 8-3/4 in. (222mm) 13 in. (330mm) 10-3/4 in. (273mm) C C L L 12 in. (305mm) 28-1/2 in. (724mm) Figure 8.1 - Top View Figure 8.2 - Front View Panel Standard...
  • Page 9: Clearances To Combustibles As A Built-In, Ul And Ulc

    1200-I Pellet Insert B. Clearance To Combustibles, UL and ULC AS A BUILT-IN Rear Shroud Kit is Required for Built-In Installation 0 INCH (0mm) CLEARANCE TO EXPOSED SECTION AND FACE TRIM Figure 9.1 Inches Millimeters Top of Shroud Top Vent Rear Vent Sides of Inside Shroud Top or Rear Vent...
  • Page 10: Clearances To Combustibles, Masonry & Zero Clearance

    * See alternate fl oor protection worksheet. NOTE: A Quadra-Fire fl oor protector (Part 811-0730) is available through your dealer to be used as a fl oor protec- tor for the section under the insert body only. Floor protec- tion to front and sides of insert unit must be supplied in addition to this part.
  • Page 11: Calculating Alternate Floor Protection Material

    1200-I Pellet Insert G. Calculating Alternate Floor Protection Material Thermal Conductivity: k value The k value indicates the amount of heat (in BTU’s) that will fl ow 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 12: Installation Masonry Fireplace

    1200-I Pellet Insert The following is only one example as there are many differ- ent models of factory-built fi replaces. NOTE: This example is for reference only. Any modifi ca- tions must not compromise the structural integrity or reduce the protection for combustible materials. Starter hole Mark area of floor to cut...
  • Page 13: Prefabricated Metal Chimney

    1200-I Pellet Insert Example Removal of Factory-Built Fireplace Cont. J. Prefabricated Metal Chimney The chimney can be new or existing, masonry or prefabricated and must meet the following minimum requirements: Keep sharp edge of • Must be minimum 6 inch (152mm) inside diameter of metal floor away from high temperature chimney listed to UL 103 HT (2100 power cord...
  • Page 14: Section 4: Vent Information

    1200-I Pellet Insert 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 Restricted Area Gas Meter Figure 14.1 All minimum clearances are listed with an Outside Air Kit (OAK) installed, unless otherwise noted in table below. 12 in.
  • Page 15: Chimney & Exhaust Connections

    6 inch (76-152mm) Top Vent Offset Adapter, use Listed such as a stairwell, covered breezeway, etc. double wall fl ue connector. A Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit must be used with manufactured home installations. . Termination must exhaust above air inlet elevation. It 3.
  • Page 16: Equivalent Feet Of Pipe

    1200-I Pellet Insert WARNING D. 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 16.1.
  • Page 17: Section 5: Venting Systems

    1200-I Pellet Insert Venting Systems A. Full Reline With Outside Air - Horizontal WARNING Fire Risk. Inspection of Chimney: CAUTION • Masonry chimney must be in good condition. • Meets minimum standard of NFPA 211 Never draw outside combustion air from: •...
  • Page 18: Full Reline With Outside Air-Vertical

    1200-I Pellet Insert B. Full Reline With Outside Air - Vertical NOTE: In Canada only a full reline is allowed per ULC NOTE: Check clearances carefully for this type of instal- S628, ORD ULC C1482-M1990. lation to ensure adequate room for outside air venting. 305mm min.
  • Page 19: Section 6: Mobile Home

    1200-I Pellet Insert Mobile Home A. Mobile Home Installation CAUTION You must use a Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME for installation in a mobile home. FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAIN- TAINED An outside air inlet must be provided for the combustion...
  • Page 20: Section 7: Appliance Set-Up

    1200-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 3/4 inch bolts with...
  • Page 21 1200-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 21.4. ing the 4 nuts using a 7/16 inch socket wrench. Set the 5.
  • Page 22: Outside Air Kit

    1200-I Pellet Insert C. Adjustable Hopper Options B. Outside Air Kit Instructions Depending on your installation, the hopper can be adjusted Parts Included in Kit: 1 piece of 2 inch x 3 ft. fl ex hose, down 2-1/2 inches (64mm) and will decrease in capacity 1 hose clamp and 1 rodent screen.
  • Page 23: Adjustable Hearth Support

    1200-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 24: Panel & Trim

    1200-I Pellet Insert F. Panel and Trim Set Standard Size: 30 inches H x 40 inches W (762mm x 1016mm) Large Size: 33 inches H x 50 inches 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 25: F. Panel & Trim

    1200-I Pellet Insert F. Panel and Trim Set (Cont’d) 5. 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 25.1. Place existing screw head (installed in Figure 25.2) into locator hole in fl...
  • Page 26: Log Set Placement

    1200-I Pellet Insert G. Optional Log Set Placement Instructions H. Thermostat Installation Open right side plane to access a 4 screw terminal block CAUTION located on the bottom right hand side next to the power cord inlet. The center 2 screws are for the thermostat Logs are FRAGILE.
  • Page 27 1200-I Pellet Insert H. Thermostat Installation (continued) The appliance comes standard with a wall thermostat and 25’ of wire. If you need to run more than 25’ make sure you use a continuous strand of 18 to 22 gauge thermostat wire. For optimum performance your thermostat should be located on an inside wall approximately 5’...
  • Page 28: Section 8: Operating Instructions

    1200-I Pellet Insert Operating Instructions A. Fuel Size, Material and Storage 2. Shelled Field Corn (Cont’d) 1. Wood Pellets Fuel pellets are made from sawdust or wood by-products. If the corn used. In cases where it is acceptable for the appliance source material is hardwood, they can have a higher mineral to run full time, 100% corn will work after the fi...
  • Page 29: General Operation Information

    1200-I Pellet Insert C. Before Your First Fire B. General Operating Information 1. First, make sure your appliance has been properly 1. Thermostat Calls For Heat installed and that all safety requirements have been met. The appliance is like most modern furnaces; when the thermostat Pay particular attention to the fi...
  • Page 30: Fire Characteristics

    1200-I Pellet Insert E. Fire Characteristics WARNING A properly adjusted fi re with the heat output control switch set on “HIGH” has a short active fl ame pattern that extends out Fire Risk of the fi repot approximately 4 to 6 inches (102-105mm). If Do NOT operate appliance: the fi...
  • Page 31: Frequently Asked Questions

    1200-I Pellet Insert H. Frequently Asked Questions ISSUES SOLUTIONS 1. Metallic noise. 1. Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to the sound pro- duced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or longevity of your appliance.
  • Page 32: Section 9: Troubleshooting

    1200-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 qualifi ed service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective Troubleshooting action to be taken.
  • Page 33 1200-I Pellet Insert Troubleshooting (Cont’d) 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, fi rebox, heat exchanger, exhaust blower and venting. Feed system fails to Out of fuel.
  • Page 34: Section 9: Troubleshooting

    1200-I Pellet Insert Troubleshooting (Cont’d) 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.
  • Page 35: Proper Shutdown Procedure

    1200-I Pellet Insert Maintaining & Servicing Your Appliance C. General Maintenance A. Proper Shutdown Procedure 1. Types of Fuel CAUTION CAUTION Depending on the type of fuel you are burning will dictate how often you have to clean your fi repot. Shock and Smoke Hazard Shock and Smoke Hazard If the fuel you are burning has a high dirt or ash content or...
  • Page 36 1200-I Pellet Insert 2. Cleaning Firepot with Cleaning Rod & Firepot 4. Cleaning Ash Pan Clean-Out Tool • Frequency: Daily or more often as needed • Frequency: Weekly or every 5 bags of fuel • By: Homeowner • By: Homeowner a.
  • Page 37 To clean, pull the rods straight out until it stops, CAUTION approximately 20 inches (508mm). Slide the rods OUT and IN a couple of times. CB1200MI-MBK Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2009 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Classic Bay Millennium Insert - Pellet Handle glass assembly with care.
  • Page 38 1200-I Pellet Insert 12. Door Gasket Inspection 16. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season • Frequency: Prior to heating season • Frequency: Yearly • By: Homeowner • By: Homeowner a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off unplugged and the exhaust blower is off.
  • Page 39: High Ash Content Maintenance

    1200-I Pellet Insert 19. Clean Firebox Exhaust Exits & Exhaust Blower 1. There are 2 exhaust exits at the back of the fi rebox on the left and right side. Figure 39.1. 2. Using a Phllips head screwdriver remove the screws and set aside the access covers.
  • Page 40: Glass Replacement

    Remove side glass frame. WARNING c. Loosen the top and bottom frame and slightly bend Service Parts CB1200MI-MBK Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2009 Handle glass with care. Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Classic Bay Millennium Insert - Pellet up and out of the way.
  • Page 41: Igniter Replacement

    1200-I Pellet Insert F. Igniter Replacement G. Baffl e Removal a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off. b. Open glass door. c. Grasp the bottom of the baffl es and pull up to dis- lodge from hook attachment.
  • Page 42: Section 11: Reference Material

    1200-I Pellet Insert Reference Materials  When describing the location of a component part it is always AS YOU FACE THE FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE. A. Component Function 1. Control Box a. The control box is located on right side of appliance, 7.
  • Page 43 1200-I Pellet Insert 16. Thermostat 19. Snap Disc #3 (Burn Back Protector) 250°F The appliance is designed to run on a 12 volt AC thermostat. Snap disc #3 is mounted on the right side of the auger tube The heat anticipator, if present, should be set on the lowest just below feed motor and has a reset button.
  • Page 44: Component Locations

    1200-I Pellet Insert 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 44.1 Exhaust Transition Assembly Exhaust Convection Blower Blower Figure 44.2...
  • Page 45: Exploded Drawings

    1200-I Pellet Insert C. Exploded Drawing CB1200MI-MBK Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2009 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Classic Bay Millennium Insert - Pellet Part number list on following pages. 09/15 Figure 45.1 Page 45 September 24, 2015 7014-188L...
  • Page 46: Service Parts & Accessories

    1200-I Pellet Insert CB1200MI-MBK Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2009 D. Service Parts and Accessories Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION . Parts must be ordered from a dealer or Stocked Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers distributor.
  • Page 47 1200-I Pellet Insert CB1200MI-MBK Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2009 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION . Parts must be ordered from a dealer or Stocked Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers distributor.
  • Page 48 1200-I Pellet Insert CB1200MI-MBK Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2009 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION . Parts must be ordered from a dealer or Stocked Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers distributor.
  • Page 49 1200-I Pellet Insert CB1200MI-MBK Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2009 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION . Parts must be ordered from a dealer or Stocked Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers distributor.
  • Page 50 1200-I Pellet Insert CB1200MI-MBK Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: June 2009 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION . Parts must be ordered from a dealer or Stocked Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers distributor.
  • Page 51: Service & Maintenance Log

    1200-I Pellet Insert E. Service And Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service Page 51 September 24, 2015 7014-188L...
  • Page 52: Warranty Policy

    1200-I Pellet Insert F. Warranty Policy Page 52 7014-188L September 24, 2015...
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  • Page 56: Contact Information

    1445 North Highway Colville, WA 99114 Division of HNI INDUSTRIES www.quadrafi re.com Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer visit our website at www.quadrafi re.com NOTICE DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL...

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