Quadra-Fire EXPLR-III-PBK Owner's Manual

Quadra-Fire EXPLR-III-PBK Owner's Manual

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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Contact your dealer with questions on installation, operation, or service.
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Explorer III Large Wood Stove
Model(s):
EXPLR-III-PBK
EXPLR-III-PDB
EXPLR-III-PFT
EXPLR-III-PMH
EXPLR-III-MBK
WARNING
Fire Risk
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfi re and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
Installation and service of this
appliance should be performed
by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth &
Home Technologies recommends
NFI certifi ed professionals, or tech-
nicians supervised by an NFI certi-
fi ed professional.
1
Owner's Manual
Operation & Care
Tested and
Portland
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Listed by
Oregon USA
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US
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
7060-227D
WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fi re may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or 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 heater or chimney con-
nector glows, you are overfi ring. Overfi ring
will void your warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specifi ed. Failure to
comply may cause house fi re.
WARNING
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
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.
NOTE
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
February 25, 2016

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  • Page 1 Explorer III Large Wood Stove fi re may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death. Model(s): EXPLR-III-PBK • Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am- mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of EXPLR-III-PDB this or any other appliance.
  • Page 2: Congratulations

    Hearth & Home Technologies welcomes you to our tradition tion of our stoves, inserts and fi replaces. And yet we are of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you old-fashioned when it comes to craftsmanship. Each unit have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and is meticulously fabricated and gold and nickel surfaces are performance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Explorer III Wood Stove 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: Warranty Policy

    Explorer III Wood Stove Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. C. Warranty Policy LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., on behalf of its hearth brands (”HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet, coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer. WARRANTY COVERAGE: HHT warrants to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation, and to any transferee taking ownership of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase, that the HHT appliance...
  • Page 5 Explorer III Wood Stove WARRANTY CONDITIONS: ‡ 7KLV ZDUUDQW\ RQO\ FRYHUV ++7 DSSOLDQFHV WKDW DUH SXUFKDVHG WKURXJK DQ ++7 DXWKRUL]HG GHDOHU RU GLVWULEXWRU $ OLVW RI ++7 DXWKRUL]HG GHDOHUV LV DYDLODEOH RQ WKH ++7 EUDQGHG ZHEVLWHV ‡ 7KLV ZDUUDQW\ LV RQO\ YDOLG ZKLOH WKH ++7 DSSOLDQFH UHPDLQV DW WKH VLWH RI RULJLQDO LQVWDOODWLRQ ‡...
  • Page 6: Quick Start Guide

    Explorer III Wood Stove D. Quick Start Guide Note: These are generic drawings and may not represent your specifi c model. 10 Pieces of Newspaper, 10-20 Pieces of Dry Kindling ITEMS NEEDED FOR FIRST FIRE: and a Few Pieces of Dry Split Wood. OPEN AIR CONTROLS ADD NEWSPAPER LOAD WOOD...
  • Page 7: Listing And Code Approvals

    (8600) times the effi ciency. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. The Quadra-Fire Explorer III Wood Stove (ACC) meets the For assistance or additional information, consult a qualifi ed U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s crib wood emission installer, service agency or your dealer.
  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    1. Symptoms of Over-Firing placed on the burning of wood for home heating. In order to Symptoms of over-fi ring may include one or more of the improve the situation, we at Quadra-Fire have developed following: cleaner-burning wood stoves that surpass the requirements •...
  • Page 9: Automatic Combustion Control (Acc)

    Explorer III Wood Stove 3. Final Stage WARNING he fi nal stage of burning is the charcoal stage. This occurs Fire Risk. when the fl ammable gases have been mostly burned and only charcoal remains. This is a naturally clean portion of the burn. •...
  • Page 10: Burn Rates And Operating Effi Ciency

    Explorer III Wood Stove F. Burn Rates and Operating Effi ciency This wood heater has a manufacturer-set minimum low WARNING burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal reg- ulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood Fire Risk •...
  • Page 11: Correct Baffl E & Blanket Placement

    Explorer III Wood Stove WARNING Fire Risk. • Do not leave the fi re unattended when the door is unlatched or when using the fi rescreen. • Unstable fi rewood could fall out of the fi rebox cre- ating a fi re hazard to your home. H.
  • Page 12: Blower Operating Instructions

    Explorer III Wood Stove I. Blower Operating Instructions J. Opacity (Smoke) NOTE: If your Quadra-Fire wood stove is equipped with an This is the measure of how cleanly your appliance is burn- optional blower, you should follow these guidelines: ing. Opacity is measured in percent; 100% opacity is when...
  • Page 13: Negative Pressure

    Explorer III Wood Stove K. Negative Pressure WARNING Asphyxiation Risk • Negative pressure can cause spillage of combustion fumes, soot and carbon monoxide. • Appliance needs to draft properly for safety. Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air avail- able for the appliance to operate properly.
  • Page 14: Maintenance And Service

    Explorer III Wood Stove Maintenance and Service A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide CAUTION When properly maintained, your fi replace will give you Allow the appliance to completely cool down before many years of trouble-free service. Contact your dealer performing any cleaning or maintenance. to answer questions regarding proper operation, troubleshooting and service for your appliance.
  • Page 15: General Maintenance

    Explorer III Wood Stove 2. Ash Removal System (ARS) Operating and Cleaning B. General Maintenance 1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning • Frequency: As necessary • By: Homeowner Frequency: Every 2 months during heating season or • a. The stove and ashes must be completely cooled down as recommended by a certifi...
  • Page 16 Explorer III Wood Stove 3. Disposal of Ashes • Frequency: When ash is within 1-3/4 in. (44mm) of firebox • By: Homeowner Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fi tting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible fl...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    Explorer III Wood Stove Troubleshooting Guide With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your wood stove will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist you or a qualifi ed service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken.
  • Page 18: Service Part Replacement

    DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Replace the door on the appliance. Quadra-Fire stoves are equipped with ceramic super heat- resistant glass, which can only be broken by impact or misuse. Do not slam stove door or impact the glass. When closing door, make sure that logs do not protrude against the glass.
  • Page 19: Snap Disc Replacement

    Explorer III Wood Stove E. Secondary Tube & Baffl e Board Removal C. Snap Disc Replacement Be sure to soak with penetrating oil for 15 to 20 minutes (included with optional blower) before trying to remove the bolts. Remove the 6 bolts, 3 of 1.
  • Page 20 Explorer III Wood Stove 7060-227D February 25, 2016...
  • Page 21: Reference Materials

    Explorer III Wood Stove Reference Materials A. Service & Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service February 25, 2016 7060-227D...
  • Page 22: Service Parts & Accessories

    Explorer III Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2015 Wood Stove Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Color Mfg. Dates Matte Black EXPLR-III-MBK 02/15- Porcelain Black EXPLR-III-PBK 02/15- Porcelain Dark Blue EXPLR-III-PDB 02/15- Porcelain Frost EXPLR-III-PFT 02/15- Porcelain Mahogany EXPLR-III-PMH 02/15- Part number list on following page.
  • Page 23: Service Parts

    Explorer III Wood Stove Explorer III Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2015 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 24: Door Assembly

    Explorer III Wood Stove Explorer III Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2015 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active #14 Door Assembly 14.1 14.9 14.8 14.7 14.2 14.10 14.6 14.3 14.5 14.4 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 25 Explorer III Wood Stove Explorer III Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2015 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 26 Explorer III Wood Stove Explorer III Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2015 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 27 Explorer III Wood Stove February 25, 2016 7060-227D...
  • Page 28: Contact Information

    Hearth & Home Technologies 1445 North Highway Colville, WA 99114 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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