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Quadra-Fire EXPLORER I Installation Manual

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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
EXPLORER I WOOD APPLIANCE
MODEL(S):
EXPLR-I-MBK
EXPLR-I-PBK
EXPLR-I-PDB
EXPLR-I-PFT
EXPLR-I-PMH
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by
qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends
HHT Factory Trained or NFI certified professionals.
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Installation Manual
Installation & Appliance Set-Up
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
If the information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire could result causing
property damage, personal injury, or death.
•
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
•
Do not over fire - If appliance or chimney connector
glows, you are over firing. Over firing will void your
warranty.
•
Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles
as specified. Failure to comply may cause house
fire.
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.
Hot glass and appliance will cause burns.
•
Do not touch glass until it is cooled
•
Use leather gloves when reloading fuel
•
NEVER allow children to touch glass
•
Keep children away
•
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
appliance.
•
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures
•
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
flammable materials.
•
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
flammable materials away.
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may over fire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
To obtain a French translation of this manual, please contact
your dealer or visit
Pour obtenir une traduction française de ce manuel, s'il vous
plaît contacter votre revendeur ou visitez
7062-197G
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
NOTE
www.quadrafire.com
www.quadrafire.com
August 13, 2018

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  • Page 1 NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire could result causing EXPLORER I WOOD APPLIANCE property damage, personal injury, or death. • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    B. Hearth Protection Requirements ....9 C. Clearances to Combustibles ....10 Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies. 7062-197G...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    11, UL 737-11, (UM) 84-HUD and NPFA211 in the U.S.A. and the ULC S627-00 and CAN/CSA-B365 Installation Codes in Canada. NOT APPROVED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS IN CANADA! The Quadra-Fire Explorer I Wood Appliance (ACC) meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s crib wood emission limits for wood appliances sold after May 15, 2015.

  • Page 4: Mobile Home Approved (Usa Only)

    Explorer I C. Mobile Home Approved (USA only) WARNING • This appliance is approved for mobile home installations; when not installed in a sleeping room and Fire Risk when an outside combustion air inlet is provided. Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any •...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Explorer I Install Guide Getting Started A. Design and Installation Considerations B. Fire Safety To provide reasonable fire safety, the following should be Consideration must be given to: given serious consideration: • Safety 1. Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of •...

  • Page 6: Tools And Supplies Needed

    Explorer I F. Removal of Appliance from Shipping To minimize the effects of negative air pressure: • Install optional outside air kit with the intake facing Materials prevailing winds during the heating season 1. Remove box and 2x4 structural boards being careful •...

  • Page 7: Install Checklist

    Explorer I G. Install Checklist ATTENTION INSTALLER: Follow this Standard Work Checklist This standard work checklist is to be used by the installer in conjuction with, not istead of, the instructions contained in this installation manual. _________________________________________________________________________________ Customer: ______________________________________________________________________________ Date Installe:...

  • Page 8: Dimensions And Clearances

    Explorer I Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions NOTE: Flue Collar size is 6 inch (152mm) diameter (ID) 26-7/8” 13-3/8” 683mm 342mm 1/4” 3” 77mm 10-3/4” 274mm 27-3/4” 705mm 17-3/4” 451mm 25-1/2” 650mm Figure 8.1 Front View Figure 8.3 Top View 24-7/8”...

  • Page 9: Hearth Protection Requirements

    Explorer I B. Hearth Protection Requirements In Canada (Figure 9.2), similar floor protection must be provided 18 inches (457mm) in front and 8 inches (203mm) FLOOR PROTECTION: It is necessary to install a Type II from the sides and rear of the appliance unless reduced by floor protector.

  • Page 10: Clearances To Combustibles

    Explorer I C. Clearances to Combustibles MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS in inches (Millimeters) Note: A, C, and F Dimensions are to the center of the flue collar EXPLORER-I INSTALLATION: FULL VERTICAL SINGLE WALL PIPE 17 (432) 12-1/2 (165) 24 (607)

  • Page 11: Chimney Systems

    Explorer I Chimney Systems A. Locating Your Appliance & Chimney • Consider the appliance location in order to avoid floor and ceiling attic joists and rafters. Location of the appliance and chimney will affect • Locate termination cap away from trees, adjacent performance.

  • Page 12: Chimney Termination Requirements

    Explorer I B. Chimney Termination Requirements NOTICE: LOCATING THE APPLIANCE IN A BASEMENT OR IN A LOCATION OF CONSIDERABLE AIR Follow manufacturer’s instructions for clearance, securing MOVEMENT CAN CAUSE INTERMITTENT flashing and terminating the chimney (Figure 12.1 & 12.2). SMOKE SPILLAGE FROM APPLIANCE. DO NOT •...

  • Page 13: Chimney Height / Rise And Run

    Explorer I D. Chimney Height / Rise and Run Chimney: The chimney can be new or existing, masonry or This product was designed for and tested on a 6 inch prefabricated and must meet the following minimum (152mm) chimney, 14 to 16 feet (420-480cm) high, requirements and as specified in Section 4F.
  • Page 14 Explorer I Thimble Listed Termination Cap Site constructed for masonry chimney installation: Storm Collar Components A minimum length of 12 inches [305mm] (longer for thicker Flashing walls) of solid insulated factory-built chimney length constructed to UL 103 Type HT 6 inch (152mm) inside diameter.

  • Page 15: Installing Chimney Components

    FULL Vertical installations. Figure 15.2 H. Proper Draft To be sure that your Quadra-Fire insert burns properly, the chimney draft (static pressure) should be approximately -0.10 inches water column (W.C.) during a high burn and -0.04 inches W.C. during a low burn, measured 6 inches (152mm) above the top of the insert after one hour of operation at each burn setting.

  • Page 16: Appliance Set-Up

    Explorer I Appliance Set-Up A. Outside Air Kit Installation WARNING A source of air (oxygen) is necessary in order for combustion to take place. Whatever combustion air is Fire Risk. consumed by the fire must be replaced. Air is replaced via Asphyxiation Risk.

  • Page 17: Blower (Optional)

    Explorer I B. Blower (Optional) The convection air top assembly can be raised to redirect Tools Required: #2 Phillips head screwdriver air over the top of the appliance by removing 4 screws 1. Locate bolts supplied with the blower. and lifting assembly to align with upper mount holes and 2.

  • Page 18: Optional Fire Screen

    Explorer I C. Optional Fire Screen An optional fire screen is available for the Explorer III. Optional Fire Screen Part SCR-7061 may be used ONLY in Flue Transition U.S. residential installations. Follow all safety warnings to prevent any hazards. Convection Shroud...

  • Page 19: Mobile Home Installation

    Explorer I Approved for USA Installation only! Mobile Home Installation You must use a Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit Part 10. Burn seasoned cord wood only. Other types of fuels may generate poisonous gases (e.g., carbon OAK-ACC; which is available from you dealer, for monoxide).

  • Page 20: Reference Materials

    Explorer I Reference Materials A. Service & Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service 7062-197G August 13, 2018...

  • Page 21: Accessories

    Leg Leveling Nuts & 2 Bolts, Touch-Up Paint, Owners Manual & Porcelain Blue SRV7062-029 Warranty Card) Porcelain Frost SRV7062-030 Explorer I Porcelain Mahogany SRV7062-031 Leveling Assembly 7000-000 B. Accessories Matte Black 812-0910 Porcelain Black 1-00-0022 Paint Touch-Up Porcelain Blue 1-00-0020...
  • Page 22 Hearth & Home Technologies 352 Mountain House Road Halifax, PA 17032 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.quadrafire.com CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL...

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