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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 question on installation, operation, or service.
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
EXPLORER II WOOD APPLIANCE
MODEL(S):
EXPLRMED-PBK
EXPLRMED-PDB
EXPLRMED-PFT
EXPLRMED-PMH
EXPLRMED-MBK
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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Owner's Manual
Operation & Care
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7061-196J
WARNING
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.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may over-fire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
NOTE: To obtain a French translation of this
manual, please contact your dealer or visit
www.quadrafire.com
REMARQUE : Pour obtenir une traduction française de
ce manuel, s'il vous plaît contacter votre
revendeur ou visitez
www.quadrafire.com
April 24, 2019
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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual Operation & Care INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation. OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference. Contact your dealer with question on installation, operation, or service. WARNING 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,...
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Page 2: Sample Of Serial Number / Safety Label
Explorer II and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family NOTE: Clearances may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction A. Sample of Serial Number / Safety Label LOCATION: Back of appliance HOT WHILE IN OPERATION DO NOT TOUCH, KEEP CHILDREN AND CLOTHING AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
K. Negative Pressure......15 L. Frequently Asked Questions ....16 Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies. April 24, 2019... -
Page 4: Warranty Policy
Explorer II B. Warranty Policy Hearth & Home Technologies LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies, on behalf of its hearth brands (“HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer. WARRANTY COVERAGE: WARRANTY PERIOD: distributor, whichever occurs earlier. - Page 5 Explorer II WARRANTY CONDITIONS: • This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor. A list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites. • • This warranty is only valid in the country in which the HHT authorized dealer or distributor that sold the appliance resides. •...
- Page 6 Explorer II This warranty is void if: • • • There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY • have other rights, which vary from state to state. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN.
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Page 7: Quick Start Guide
Explorer II C. 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 ITEMS NEEDED FOR FIRST FIRE: Kindling and Few Pieces of Dry Split Wood. LOAD WOOD ADD NEWSPAPER OPEN AIR CONTROLS... -
Page 8: Listing And Code Approvals
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 II Wood Appliance (ACC) meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s crib wood emission limits for wood appliances sold after May 15, 2015. -
Page 9: Glass Specifications
Explorer II C. Glass Specifications WARNING This appliance is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please contact your dealer for replacement glass. Fire Risk. Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any D. Mobile Home Approved (USA only) responsibility for, and the warranty will be •... -
Page 10: Operating Instructions
Symptoms of over-firing may include one or more of has been placed on the burning of wood for home heating. the following: In order to improve the situation, we at Quadra-Fire • Chimney connector or appliance glowing have developed cleaner-burning wood appliances that •... -
Page 11: Automatic Combustion Control (Acc)
Explorer II E. Air Controls 2. Second Stage The next stage of burning, the secondary stage, is the 1. Burn Rate Air Control period when the wood gives off flammable gases which This air supply enters at the upper front of the firebox, burn above the fuel with bright flames. -
Page 12: Burn Rates And Operating Efficiency
Explorer II F. Burn Rates and Operating Efficiency This wood appliance has a manufacturer-set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal regulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood appliance in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual. -
Page 13: Building A Fire
Explorer II G. Building A Fire NOTE: Before lighting your first fire in the appliance: • Build fire on brick firebox floor. • Do NOT use grates, andirons or other methods to NOTE: The special high temperature paint that your support fuel. -
Page 14: Blower Operating Instructions
I. Opacity (Smoke) H. Blower Operating Instructions This is the measure of how cleanly your appliance is NOTE: If your Quadra-Fire wood appliance is equipped burning. Opacity is measured in percent; 100% opacity is with an optional blower, you should follow these... -
Page 15: Clear Space
Explorer II K. Negative Pressure J. Clear Space • Do NOT place combustible objects within 4 ft (1.2 m) of WARNING the front of appliance (Figure 15.1). • Mantel: Asphyxiation Risk. Avoid placing candles and other heat-sensitive objects • Negative pressure can cause spillage on mantel or hearth. -
Page 16: Frequently Asked Questions
Explorer II L. Frequently Asked Questions ISSUES SOLUTIONS When first operated, this appliance may release an odor for the first several hours. This is Odor from appliance caused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing. Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to Metallic noise the sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. -
Page 17: Maintenance And Service
Explorer II Maintenance and Service CAUTION A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide When properly maintained, your fireplace will give Allow the appliance to completely cool down before you many years of trouble-free service. Contact your performing any cleaning or maintenance. Start the dealer to answer questions regarding proper operation, first inspection after the first 2 months of use, or if troubleshooting and service for your appliance. -
Page 18: General Maintenance
Explorer II B. General Maintenance 2. Ash Removal System (ARS) Operating and Cleaning 1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning • Frequency: As necessary • Frequency: Every 2 months during heating season or • By: Homeowner as recommended by a certified chimney sweep; more 1. - Page 19 Explorer II 3. Disposal of Ashes • Frequency: When ash is within 1-3/4 in. (44mm) of firebox lip • By: Homeowner WARNING Fire Risk. Disposal of Ashes • Ashes should be placed in metal container with tight fitting lid. • Do not place metal container on combustible surface.
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Page 20: Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement
Explorer II INCORRECT POSITIONS C. Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement WARNING Fire Risk. Firebox damage due to improper baffle placement is not covered by warranty. Operate the wood burning appliance with the baffle in the correct position only. Not doing so could result in: •... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide
Explorer II Troubleshooting Guide With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your wood appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist you or a qualified service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective action to be taken. -
Page 22: Service Part Replacement
1. Locate the snap disc bracket assembly at the bottom left rear corner of the appliance. Quadra-Fire appliances are equipped with ceramic super 2. A magnet holds the bracket to the appliance. Pull the heat-resistant glass, which can only be broken by impact bracket down away from the appliance to expose the or misuse. -
Page 23: Door Handle Assembly
Explorer II D. Door Handle Assembly E. Baffle Board NOTE: Tube Channel does not need to be removed to Service Part: SRV7063-014 replace the baffles. 1. Slide door handle through door. Service Part: SRV7061-160 2. Install additional washer(s) as shown in Figure 23.1 3. -
Page 24: Tube Channel Assembly
Explorer II F. Tube Channel Assembly Removing Tube Channel Assembly 1. Remove the 3 right side bricks. 2. Remove the baffle protection channel by bending back Bend Back Tabs the tabs using needle nose pliers located at the right and left side of the protection cover. Lift the cover up Baffle Protection slightly and pull toward the front and out of the firebox Channel... -
Page 25: Reference Materials
Explorer II Reference Materials A. Service & Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service April 24, 2019 7061-196J... - Page 26 Explorer II Date of Service Performed By Description of Service 7061-196J April 24, 2019...
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Page 27: Service Parts & Accessories
Explorer II B. Service Parts & Accessories Explorer II Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: March 2014 Wood Stove Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Color SKU No. Mfg. Dates Matte Black EXPLRMED-MBK 03/14- Porcelain Black EXPLRMED-PBK 10/14- EXPLRMED-PDB 10/14- Porcelain Dark Blue Porcelain Frost EXPLRMED-PFT 10/14-... - Page 28 Explorer II Explorer II Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: March 2014 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 29 Explorer II Explorer II Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: March 2014 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 30 Explorer II Explorer II Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: March 2014 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. Hearth and Stocked Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer or distributor.
- Page 31 Explorer II Explorer II Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: March 2014 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 32 CONTACT INFORMATION 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.quadrafi re.com CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL •...
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