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Explorer I
Model(s):
EXPLR-I-MBK
EXPLR-I-PBK
EXPLR-I-PDB
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may over-fi re and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
Installation and service of this
appliance should be performed by
quali ed personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies recommends HHT
Factory Trained or NFI certified
professionals.
1
Installation Manual
Installation & Appliance Set-Up
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
EXPLR-I-PFT
EXPLR-I-PMH
Tested and
O-T L
Listed by
C
US
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
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 over-fi re - If heater or chimney con-
nector glows, you are over-fi ring. Over-fi ring
will void your warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specifi ed. Failure to
comply may cause house fi re.
Hot glass will cause burns.
•
Do not touch glass until it is cooled
•
NEVER allow children to touch glass
Portland
•
Keep children away
Oregon USA
•
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
7062-197B
WARNING
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot
during operation AND cool down.
NOTE
February 8, 2016
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- Page 1 Explorer I tions is not followed exactly, a fi re may result causing property Model(s): damage, personal injury, or death. EXPLR-I-MBK EXPLR-I-PFT • Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am- EXPLR-I-PBK EXPLR-I-PMH mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Dimensions and Clearances ....7 A. Appliance Dimensions ............7 B. Clearances to Combustibles ..........8 C. Locating Your Appliance & Chimney........9 D. Chimney Termination Requirements ........9 E. 2-10-3 Rule ..............10 Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies. 7062-197B February 8, 2016... -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
UL 1482-11 & 737-11; ULC S627-00 • Installation and use of any damaged appliance. • Modifi cation of the appliance. The Quadra-Fire Explorer I meets the U.S. Environmental • Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home Protection Agency’s 2015 particulate emission standards. Technologies. -
Page 4: Getting Started
Explorer I Install Guide Getting Started A. Design and Installation Considerations WARNING Consideration must be given to: Fire Risk. • Safety Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any • Convenience responsibility for, and the warranty will be • Traffi c fl ow voided by, the following actions: •... -
Page 5: Negative Pressure
Explorer I C. Negative Pressure D. Tools And Supplies Needed Before beginning the installation be sure the following tools and building supplies are available: WARNING Reciprocating saw Framing material Asphyxiation Risk. Pliers High temp caulking material • Negative pressure can cause spillage of com- Hammer Gloves bustion fumes, soot and carbon monoxide. -
Page 6: Install Checklist
Dealer/ Distributor Phone #: ______________________________________________________________ Serial #: __________________________________________________________________________ Model (Circle one): EXPLR-I-MBK EXPLR-I-PDB EXPLR-I-PBK EXPLR-I-PMH EXPLR-I-PFT WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Failure to install appliance according to these instructions can lead to a fi re or explosion. Appliance Install IF NO, WHY? Verifi... -
Page 7: Dimensions And Clearances
Explorer I Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions NOTE: Flue Collar size is 6 inch (152mm) diameter (ID) 26-7/8” 13-7/16” 683mm 342mm 1/4” 3” 77mm 10-3/4” 274mm 27-3/4” 705mm 17-3/4” 451mm 25-9/16” 650mm Figure 7.1 Front View Figure 7.3 Top View 24-7/8”... -
Page 8: Clearances To Combustibles
Explorer I B. Clearances to Combustibles NOTE: A, C and F measure- ments are to center of fl ue Vertical Install Through Ceiling And Alcove SINGLE WALL PIPE 17 [432] 12-1/2 [318] 24 [607] 11 [279] 7-1/2 [191] 18 [457] 53-1/2 [1359] DOUBLE WALL PIPE... -
Page 9: Locating Your Appliance & Chimney
Explorer I C. Locating Your Appliance & Chimney • Consider the appliance location in order to avoid fl oor and ceiling attic joists and rafters. Location of the appliance and chimney will affect perfor- mance. As shown in Figure 9.1 the chimney should: •... -
Page 10: 2-10-3 Rule
Explorer I E. 2-10-3 Rule These are safety requirements and are not meant to assure proper fl ue draft. This appliance is made with a 6 inch (152mm) diameter chimney connector as the fl ue collar on the appliance. • Changing the diameter of the chimney can affect draft and cause poor performance. •... -
Page 11: Chimney Systems
Explorer I Chimney Systems A. Venting Components B. Chimney Systems Chimney Connector: Prefabricated Metal Chimney It is also known as fl ue pipe or appliance pipe. The chimney • Must be minimum 6 inch (152mm) diameter (ID) high connector joins the appliance to the chimney. It must be a 6 temperature chimney listed to UL 103 HT (2100 F) or inch (152mm) minimum diameter 24 gauge mild steel black... - Page 12 Explorer I Thimble Site constructed for masonry chimney installation: ceiling Components 13.5” below ceiling to top • A minimum length of 12 inches [305mm] (longer for of opening Wall or top of opening is a min.of thicker walls) of solid insulated factory-built chimney 4.5”...
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Page 13: Installing Chimney Components
Explorer I Solid Pack Chimney with Metal Supports as a Thimble C. Installing Chimney Components (Cont’d) Chimney Connector Min. Chimney Clearance to Wall Spacer and Min. Clearance Single wall connector or appliance pipe. Combustibles - 2 inch (51mm) 2 inch (51mm) This must be at least 24 gauge mild steel or 26 gauge blue steel. -
Page 14: Appliance Set-Up
Explorer I Appliance Set-Up A. Hearth Protection Requirements In Canada, similar fl oor protection must be provided 18 inches (457mm) in front and 8 inches (203mm) from the sides and FLOOR PROTECTION: Floor protector must be non-combus- rear of the appliance. Figure 14.2 tible material, extending beneath heater and to the front, sides *EXCEPTION: Non-combustible floor protections must and rear as indicated. -
Page 15: Outside Air Kit Installation
Explorer I B. Outside Air Kit Installation WARNING A source of air (oxygen) is necessary in order for combus- tion to take place. Whatever combustion air is consumed Fire Risk. Asphyxiation Risk. by the fi re must be replaced. Air is replaced via air leakage Do not draw outside combustion air from: around windows and under doors. -
Page 16: Blower (Optional)
Explorer I C. Blower (Optional) CAUTION Tools Required: #2 Phillips head screwdriver Shock Risk. • Do NOT remove grounding prong from plug. 1. Locate bolts supplied with the blower. • Route cord away from appliance. 2. Align holes in mounting fl ange of blower with bolt holes in •... -
Page 17: Reversible Flue Collar And Horizontal Flue Heat Shield
Explorer I D. Reversible Flue Collar and Horizontal Flue Heat Shield Flue Transition Tools Required: #2 & #3 Phillips head screwdriver; 1/2" Convection Shroud wrench Flue Cover The fl ue collar is reversible for either a top or rear venting installation. -
Page 18: Mobile Home Installation
Explorer I Approved for USA Installation only! Mobile Home Installation You must use a Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit Part CAUTION OAK-ACC for installation in a mobile home. THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME 1. An outside air inlet must be provided for combustion. -
Page 19: Accessory List
Explorer I Accessory List ACCESSORIES Blower Assembly BK-ACC Blower Control Box W/Switch SRV7000-194 Component Pack 7033-051 Magnet Round SRV7000-140 Snap Disc Bracket Assembly 7033-036 Snap Disc, # 1, Convection Blower SRV230-0470 Speed Control Only (Rheostat) 842-0370 Wire Harness (Blower) 7033-262 Blower, Convection Blower Only 812-4900... -
Page 20: 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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