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Drolet DF01000 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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Installation and operating instructions for the
HEATMAX WOOD FURNACE
(DF01000 model)
Verified and tested for Canada
and the United States
by an accredited laboratory
Stove Builder International Inc.
250, rue de Copenhague,
St-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec)
Canada G3A 2H3
After-sale service: 418-908-8002
E-mail: tech@sbi-international.com
This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer's web site. It is a copyrighted
document. Re-sale is strictly prohibited. The manufacturer may update this manual from time
to time and cannot be responsible for problems, injuries, or damages arising out of the use of
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READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND
OPERATING YOUR FURNACE.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
45690A
Printed in Canada
10-06-2015

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  • Page 1 Installation and operating instructions for the HEATMAX WOOD FURNACE (DF01000 model) Verified and tested for Canada and the United States by an accredited laboratory Stove Builder International Inc. 250, rue de Copenhague, St-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec) Canada G3A 2H3 After-sale service: 418-908-8002 E-mail: tech@sbi-international.com...
  • Page 2 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS DROLET WOOD FURNACE As one of North America’s largest and most respected wood stove, furnace and fireplace manufacturers, Stove Builder International takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Summary of operation and maintenance cautions and warnings ......7 Smoke detector ...................... 8 Chimney fire ......................8 Prolonged power outage ..................8 2 General information ..............9 Drolet Heatmax furnace specifications ..............9 2.1.1 Technical data Heatmax ................... 10 2.1.2 General technical data ..................11 The benefits of low emissions and high efficiency ..........
  • Page 4 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 4.3.4 Control of the air supply ..................19 4.3.5 Building different fires for different needs ............20 The use of a thermometer ..................21 4.4.1 Safety ........................ 22 4.4.2 Combustion efficiency ..................22 4.4.3 Protect your furnace ..................
  • Page 5 Appendix 3: Optional Fresh air return adapter (AC01392) ..61 Appendix 4: Installation of secondary air tubes and baffle ..62 Appendix 5: Troubleshooting ............64 Appendix 6: Exploded diagram and parts list ......65 DROLET LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ........69...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual INTRODUCTION Take note that this furnace uses the same wood burning technology as a high efficiency EPA certified wood burning furnace. This applies to the lighting, the ember bed, and the minimum combustion air intake which was calibrated to burn good seasoned cordwood. This model line is certified as meeting the emissions limits in 40 C.F.R.

  • Page 7: Part A - Operation And Maintenance

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Please see Part B for installation instructions. 1 Safety information 1.1 Summary of operation and maintenance cautions and warnings • HOT WHILE IN OPERATION, KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY.

  • Page 8: Smoke Detector

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 1.2 Smoke detector We highly recommend the use of a smoke detector. It must be installed at least 15 feet (4.57 m) from the appliance in order to prevent undue triggering of the detector when reloading.

  • Page 9: General Information

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual General information 2.1 Drolet Heatmax furnace specifications Combustible Wood Maximum heat input 125,000 BTU (36,6 kW) Maximum heat output 95,000 BTU (27,92 kW) Average heat output 62,000 BTU (18,2 kW) Thermostatic control Optional Maximum efficiency...

  • Page 10: Technical Data Heatmax

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 2.1.1 Technical data Heatmax...

  • Page 11: General Technical Data

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual General technical data 2.1.2 TEMP STATIC OPTIONAL MODEL (DIRECT DRIVE) FLOW BTU/ H VAR. PRESSURE FILTER INCH OF VENT MOT. VIT. (CFM) (°F) (WOOD) (IN) W.C. HEATMAX DCT-916-800-5 1400 125,000 20” x 15” x 1”...

  • Page 12: The Benefits Of Low Emissions And High Efficiency

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 2.2 The benefits of low emissions and high efficiency The low smoke emissions produced by the special features inside the Brand Model firebox mean that your household will release up to 90 percent less smoke into the outside environment than if you used an older conventional wood furnace.

  • Page 13: Fuel

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 3 Fuel 3.1 Materials that should not be burned GARBAGE OF ANY KIND, • • COAL OR CHARCOAL, • TREATED, PAINTED OR COATED WOOD, PLYWOOD OR PARTICLE BOARD, • FINE PAPER, COLORED PAPER OR CARDBOARD, •...

  • Page 14: Log Length

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 3.2.3 Log length Logs should be cut about 1” (25 mm) shorter than the firebox so they fit in easily. Pieces that are too long make loading the furnace very difficult. The most common standard length of firewood is 16”...

  • Page 15: Judging Firewood Moisture Content

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Here are some things to consider in estimating drying time: • firewood takes a long time to dry firewood bought from a dealer is rarely dry enough to burn, so it is advisable to buy the •...

  • Page 16: Operating Your Furnace

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 4 Operating your furnace 4.1 Your first fires Two things will happen as you burn your first few fires; the paint cures and the internal components of the furnace are conditioned. As the paint cures, some of the chemicals vaporize. The vapours are not poisonous, but they do smell bad.

  • Page 17: The Top Down Fire

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 4.2.2 The top down fire The top down fire starting method solves two problems with the conventional method: first, it does not collapse and smother itself as it burns; and second, it is not necessary to build up the fire gradually because the firebox is loaded before the fire is lit.

  • Page 18: Raking Charcoal

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual When you burn in cycles, you rarely need to open the furnace’s loading door while the wood is burning. This is an advantage because there is more chance that smoke will leak from the furnace when the door is opened as a full fire is burning. This is especially true if the chimney connector has 90 degree elbows and if the chimney runs up the outside wall of the house.

  • Page 19: Firing Each New Hot Load

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 4.3.3 Firing each new hot load Place the new load of wood on and behind the charcoal, and not too close to the glass. Close the door and open the air control fully. Leave the air control fully open until the firebox is full of flames, the wood has charred to black and its edges are glowing red.

  • Page 20: Building Different Fires For Different Needs

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 4.3.5 Building different fires for different needs Using the air control is not the only way to match the furnace’s heat output to the heat demand. Your house will need far less heat in October than in January to be kept at a comfortable temperature.

  • Page 21: The Use Of A Thermometer

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 4.3.5.3 High output fires for cold weather When the heat demand is high during cold weather, you’ll need a fire that burns steadily and brightly. This is the time to use your biggest pieces of hardwood fuel if you have it. Put the biggest pieces at the back of the firebox and place the rest of the pieces compactly.

  • Page 22: Safety

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 4.4.1 Safety Too low temperatures, usually indicates that the fire is too low and the smoke is very apparent, which increases the risk of accumulation of creosote in the pipe and thus increases the risk of chimney fire. 4.4.2 Combustion efficiency Even the best-built wood furnaces should be well used to obtain maximum efficiency.

  • Page 23: Maintaining Your Wood Heating System

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 5 Maintaining your wood heating system 5.1 Furnace maintenance Your new furnace will give many years of reliable service if you use and maintain it correctly. Some of the internal components of the firebox, such as firebricks, baffles and air tubes, will wear over time under intense heat.

  • Page 24: Door Adjustment

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual The deposits that form on the glass are the best indication of the quality of your fuel and how well you are doing in operating the furnace. Your goal should be clear glass with no brown stains.

  • Page 25: Replacement Of The Glass And Gaskets

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 5.1.4 Replacement of the glass and gaskets After a year or more of use, the gasket of the door will compress and become hard which can allow air to pass. You can check the air tightness of your door gasket by closing and locking the door on a piece of paper.
  • Page 26 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 9. Install the glass (E) and glass frame (D) and centering it in the frame of the door and install the glass retainer frame (D) and glass retainers © taking care not to over tighten the screws (B).

  • Page 27: Cleaning And Painting The Furnace

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 5.1.5 Cleaning and painting the furnace Do not attempt to clean or paint the furnace when the unit is hot. Painted surfaces can be wiped down with a damp cloth. Plated or enameled surfaces may be scratched by abrasive cleaners.
  • Page 28 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 2. Move the baffle of the combustion chamber forward. 3. Use the tool provided, clean the three exchanger pipes. 4. Dirt in the lateral exchangers fall into the combustion chamber at the rear.
  • Page 29 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 5. Dirt in the central exchanger will be removed from the front or the rear of the furnace. If you remove dirt from the central exchange to the back of the furnace, remove the black pipe connector in order to dispose of the dirt.

  • Page 30: Chimney And Chimney Connector Maintenance

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 7. Close the exchanger access door and secure it using the washer (C) and wing nut (B). 8. If you have performed maintenance from the back part of the furnace, reinstall the black pipe connector and secure it with three screws. 5.2 Chimney and chimney connector maintenance 5.2.1 Why chimney cleaning is necessary Wood smoke can condense inside the chimney connector and chimney, forming a...

  • Page 31: How Often Should You Clean The Chimney

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual chimneys. Smouldering, smoky fires can quickly cause a thick layer of creosote to form. When you avoid smouldering so the exhaust from the chimney is mostly clear, creosote builds up more slowly. Your new furnace has the right characteristics to help you to burn clean fires with little or no smoke, resulting in less creosote in the chimney.

  • Page 32: Part B - Installation

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual PART B - INSTALLATION 6 Safety information 6.1 Summary of installation cautions and warnings • THE INFORMATION GIVEN ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL AFFIXED TO THE APPLIANCE ALWAYS OVERRIDES THE INFORMATION PUBLISHED, IN ANY OTHER MEDIA (OWNER’S MANUAL, CATALOGUES, FLYERS, MAGAZINES AND/OR WEB SITES).

  • Page 33: Connecting Pipe, Manual And Barometric Damper

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Inspect the furnace to make sure that nothing has been damaged in the shipping. Pull out the instruction manual from the firebox of the furnace and the accessories from the flue pipe and/or exchangers. •...

  • Page 34: Chimney And Draft

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 6.4 Chimney and draft This furnace must be connected to a chimney certified for wood burning heating appliances; a 6” connector and chimney is mandatory. The barometric damper must be adjusted so that the maximum draft measured at the furnace outlet is limited to -0.06 in. w.c.
  • Page 35 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual In such a case, when starting up the fire, do not operate appliances that evacuate air outside the house, such as: • Range hood • Air exchanger • Clothes dryer • Bathroom blower • Ventilated central vacuum system Exhaust blowers that are in a fuel storage room should be installed so as not to create negative pressure in the room where the solid fuel appliance is located.

  • Page 36: Filter

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual WARNING: SUFFICIENT COMBUSTION AIR MUST BE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES; LACK OF COMBUSTION AIR CONSTITUTES A DANGER. NOTE: It is recommended to install an outside air inlet with a diameter of at least 4 inches in the room where the heating INSULATED PIPE appliance is installed (see drawing next...

  • Page 37: Setting Up The Unit And Clearances

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 7 Setting up the unit and clearances 7.1 Unit location The furnace must be installed where outside air supply will be sufficient for proper combustion. In airtight houses, it might be necessary to install an outside air inlet (see details in Section 6.5, Combustion air.) The furnace must be positioned so that the connector is as short as possible.
  • Page 38 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 39: Floor Protector

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Clearances with a ceiling height (G) of 72" (193 cm) CLEARANCES MINIMUM MEASUREMENTS (SINGLE WALL PIPE) CANADA CANADA 16’’ (406 mm) 16’’ (406 mm) 12’’ (305 mm) 12’’ (305 mm). 18’’ (457 mm) 18’’ (457 mm) 72’’...
  • Page 40 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual FLOOR PROTECTION* CANADA 18" (457 mm) 16" (406 mm) From door opening From door opening N/A (É-U. seulement) 8" (203 mm) 8" (203 mm) N/A (Canada only) 8" (203 mm) – Note 1 N/A (Canada only) N/A (É-U.

  • Page 41: Hot Air Distribution System

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 7.5 Hot air distribution system Your Drolet furnace is designed to receive a maximum of two eight inches diameter hot air ducts that are located on the top of the cabinet. In the combustion chamber, you will find the necessary adapters to start the air duct system.
  • Page 42 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Configuration A (preferred) Configuration B (acceptable) Configuration C (NOT ALLOWED) Configuration D (NOT ALLOWED)
  • Page 43 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual The first vertical start-off pipe should be no less than 12 inch. The minimum clearance to combustible material of the first 72 inch horizontal duct run is 2 and 1 inch for additional horizontal length. See image in Section 7.3. Hot air start-off adapter and block-off plate Installation: Warning: Wear gloves to perform the following steps since edges of adapters and plates may be sharp.
  • Page 44 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual The installation of the air return option connected to the blower housing would improve the air circulation throughout the house (see Appendix 3: Fresh air return adapter (AC01392)). The use of the air filter option is also recommended. The filter option will significantly reduce dust circulation within the hot air duct and will prevent obstruction of the blower (see Appendix 2: Optional filter (AC01390)).

  • Page 45: Authorized Configurations In Canada And United States

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 7.5.1 Authorized configurations in Canada and United States 7.5.2 Authorized configurations in United States only The installation of this furnace in parallel with another furnace that uses the same system of hot air ducts are not permitted in Canada. This type of installation is only allowed in the United States only.

  • Page 46: Non-Authorized Configuration, Canada And United States

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 7.5.3 Non-authorized configuration, Canada and United States...

  • Page 47: The Venting System

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 8 The venting system 8.1 General The venting system, made up of the chimney and the connecting pipe between the furnace and the chimney, acts as the engine that drives your wood heating system. Even the best furnace will not function safely and efficiently as intended if it is not connected to a suitable chimney.

  • Page 48: Factory-Built Metal Chimneys

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 8.2.1 Factory-built metal chimneys These are sometimes referred to as ‘high temp’ chimneys because they have the special characteristics to withstand the temperatures that can be created by wood burning furnaces. Factory-built chimneys are tested as a system with necessary...

  • Page 49: Minimum Chimney Height

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 8.3 Minimum chimney height The top of the chimney should be tall enough to be above the air turbulence caused when wind blows against the house and its roof. The chimney must extend at least 1 m (3 ft.) above the highest point of contact with the roof, and at least 60 cm (2 ft.) higher than...

  • Page 50: Why The Chimney Should Penetrate The Highest Heated Space

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Good system design Inferior system design Inside chimneys are preferred because even Outside chimneys are a problem when no fire is burning, there is normally because when no fire burns they will go upward flow in the system. into cold backdraft if the furnace is installed low in the house.

  • Page 51: Supply Of Combustion Air

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 8.5 Supply of combustion air In Canada, wood furnaces are not required to have a supply of combustion air from outdoors because research has shown that these supplies do not give protection against house depressurization and may fail to supply combustion air during windy weather. However, to protect against the risk of smoke spillage due to house depressurization, a carbon monoxide (CO) detector/alarm is required in the room in which the furnace is installed.

  • Page 52: Installation Of Single Wall Chimney Connector

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 8.7.1 Installation of single wall chimney connector The chimney connector assembly has been called ‘the weak link’ in the safety of wood heating systems because failure to install the connector properly (which has been common in the past) can result in house fires.
  • Page 53 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual The rules below are based on those found in the CSA B365 installation code. Please carefully follow these installation instruction rules, or those enforced where you live. • Maximum overall length of straight pipe: 3 m (10 ft.) including elbows. Minimum clearance from combustible material: 450 mm (18 in.).

  • Page 54: Electrical Connections And Controls

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 9 Electrical connections and controls The HEATMAX furnace is fully assembled at the factory and no electrical connection is required other than plugging the power cord into an outlet. 9.1 Wiring diagram The following instructions do not replace those of the local code. Installation and verification of this appliance must be done by a qualified service man.
  • Page 55 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 56: Manual Or Thermostat Control

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual 9.2 Manual or thermostat control From factory, the opening and closing of the air inlet damper is manually activated by the means of a switch located at the rear of the furnace. The switch has two positions; opened and closed.

  • Page 57: Blower Control

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual For added comfort, the installation of an optional wall thermostat is recommended since it will open the air inlet damper when the room temperature is below the set point of the thermostat and will close the air inlet damper as the desired temperature is reached (see Appendix 1: Optional Thermostat Installation).

  • Page 58: Appendix 1: Optional Thermostat Installation

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 1: Optional thermostat installation Using a thermostat will help you maintain a constant temperature throughout the house. A fixed wall mounted 24v thermostat is required. Note: Thermostat manufacturer’s instruction always overrides the information published in the following section.
  • Page 59 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Exemple of thermostat wiring Connect one wire to "HR" and the other wire to "W". The red jumper can be left in place. For more information, refer to the manufacturer's instructions. Use in thermostat mode To ensure proper operation of the air inlet damper while connected to a thermostat, the manual control switch must be maintained in the closed position.

  • Page 60: Appendix 2: Optional Filter (Ac01390)

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 2: Optional filter (AC01390) The filter option (part number AC01390) allows filtrating dirt before distribution warm air in your installation in addition of protecting your blower. This system can be installed on any side of the blower box located behind the furnace on the most accessible side of your installation.

  • Page 61: Appendix 3: Optional Fresh Air Return Adapter (Ac01392)

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual TO PENETRATE INTO THE BLOWER AND MOTOR CARTERS, CAUSING SOME DEFECTS. Appendix 3: Optional Fresh air return adapter (AC01392) The optional air return adapter (AC01392) can be added to the furnace blower box to increase the efficiency of your system.

  • Page 62: Appendix 4: Installation Of Secondary Air Tubes And Baffle

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 4: Installation of secondary air tubes and baffle 1- Starting with the rear tube, lean and insert the right end of the secondary air tube into the rear right channel hole. Then lift and insert the left end of the tube into the rear left channel.
  • Page 63 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Note that secondary air tubes (A) can be replaced without removing the baffle board (B). Important Notes: The air tubes are identified for placement as follows: Model Type of tube HEATMAX Front ► 106 holes of 0.109" Middle front ►...

  • Page 64: Appendix 5: Troubleshooting

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 5: Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSES SOLUTIONS Heating inefficient during the first Improper adjustment of the barometric Adjust the damper, minimize the combustions. Lack of draft. damper (opened too wide). Chimney smoke pipe length and use 45 flue restriction (too long.

  • Page 65: Appendix 6: Exploded Diagram And Parts List

    Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 6: Exploded diagram and parts list...
  • Page 66 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your furnace, please provide the model and the serial number. We reserve the right to change parts due to technology upgrade or availability. Contact an authorized dealer to obtain any of these parts.
  • Page 67 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Item Description SE66037 BLOWER ASSEMBLY WITH 1/4 HP MOTOR, DD 4 SPEED 1075/4RPM 51009 1/4 HP DD-4 SPEED MOTOR 1075/4RPM 30535 ENERZONE HANDLE PART 2 PL66037 BLOWER HOUSING BACKET 44006 ELECTRICAL BOX 4" X 4" X 2 1/8" PL66043 BLOWER BOX SURROUND PL66042...
  • Page 68 Heatmax Furnace Installation and Operation Manual Item Description PL48170 HEAT EXCHANGER SCRAPER AC01390 AIR FILTER WITH SUPPORT 21044 CARDBOARD AIR FILTER 20" X 15" X 1" AC01392 COLD AIR RETURN HOUSING WITH FILTER SE66088 THERMODISC REPAIR KIT 44060 THERMODISC 36T11 L200 AUTOMATIC 44028 CERAMIC THERMODISC F110-20F PL66093...

  • Page 69: Drolet Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Labour cost and repair work to the account of the manufacturer are based on a predetermined rate schedule and must not exceed the wholesale price of the replacement part. Shall your unit or a components be defective, contact immediately your DROLET dealer. To accelerate processing of your warranty claim, make sure to have on hand the following information when calling: •...

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