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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 III WOOD APPLIANCE
MODELS:
EXPLR-III-PBK
EXPLR-III-PDB
EXPLR-III-PFT
EXPLR-III-PMH
EXPLR-III-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
7060-227J
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).
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
www.quadrafire.com
NOTE
www.quadrafire.com
August 13, 2018
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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 III Wood Stove and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family NOTE: Clearances may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction ITEM PART NUMBER PART NAME A. Sample of Serial Number / Safety Label LOCATION: Back of appliance HOT WHILE IN OPERATION DO NOT TOUCH, KEEP CHILDREN AND CLOTHING AWAY. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
M. Negative Pressure ......16 N. Frequently Asked Questions ....17 Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies. August 13, 2018... -
Page 4: Warranty Policy
Explorer III Wood Stove 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 III Wood Stove 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 III Wood Stove 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.
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Page 7: Quick Start Guide
Explorer III Wood Stove C. Quick Start Guide Note: These are generic drawings and may not represent your specific 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 LOAD WOOD ADD NEWSPAPER... -
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 III 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 III Wood Stove C. Glass Specifications WARNING This appliance is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please Fire Risk. contact your dealer for replacement glass. Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any D. Mobile Home Approved (USA only) responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided •... -
Page 10: Operating Instructions
• Roaring, rumbling noises placed on the burning of wood for home heating. In order • Loud cracking or banging sounds to improve the situation, we at Quadra-Fire have developed • Metal warping cleaner-burning wood appliances that surpass the •... -
Page 11: Automatic Combustion Control (Acc)
Explorer III Wood Stove 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 III Wood Stove 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 III Wood Stove 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: Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement
Explorer III Wood Stove H. Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement I. Griddle Handle & Griddle Lid Operating Instructions WARNING CAUTION Fire Risk. Injury Risk. Firebox damage due to improper baffle • Cast griddle top is heavy. placement is not covered by warranty. Operate •... -
Page 15: Blower Operating Instructions
J. Blower Operating Instructions K. Opacity (Smoke) This is the measure of how cleanly your appliance is burning. NOTE: If your Quadra-Fire wood appliance is equipped Opacity is measured in percent; 100% opacity is when with an optional blower, you should follow these... -
Page 16: Clear Space
Explorer III Wood Stove L. Clear Space M. Negative Pressure • Do NOT place combustible objects within 4 ft (1.2 m) of WARNING the front of appliance (Figure 16.1). • Mantel - avoid placing candles and other heat-sensitive Asphyxiation Risk. objects on mantel or hearth. -
Page 17: Frequently Asked Questions
Explorer III Wood Stove N. 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 18: Maintenance And Service
Explorer III Wood Stove Maintenance and Service A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide CAUTION! Allow the appliance to completely cool down before performing any cleaning or maintenance. When properly maintained, your fireplace will give Start the first inspection after the first 2 months of use, you many years of trouble-free service. -
Page 19: General Maintenance
Explorer III Wood Stove 2. Ash Removal System (ARS) Operating and Cleaning B. General Maintenance • Frequency: As necessary 1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning • By: Homeowner Frequency: Every 2 months during heating season or • The appliance and ashes must be completely cooled as recommended by a certified chimney sweep;... - Page 20 Explorer III Wood Stove 3. Disposal of Ashes • Frequency: When ash is within 1-3/4 in. (44mm) of firebox lip • By: Homeowner Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal.
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Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide
Explorer III Wood Stove 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 or bracket down away from the appliance to expose the misuse. -
Page 23: Door Handle Assembly
Explorer III Wood Stove D. Door Handle Assembly 1. Slide door handle through door. 2. Install additional washer(s) as shown in Figure 23.1 3. Install key in groove. 4. Align groove in latch cam with key; slide latch cam over shaft 5. -
Page 24: Reference Materials
Explorer III Wood Stove Reference Materials A. Exploded View Explorer III Service Parts Wood Stove Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2015 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-... -
Page 25: Service Parts List
Explorer III Wood Stove B. Service Parts List 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 distributor. Stocked Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer or distributor.
- Page 27 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 28 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.
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Page 29: Accessory List
Explorer III Wood Stove C. Accessory List 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 30 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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