DROLET STOVES AND FIREPLACES EXEL-FIRE Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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EXEL-FIRE

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: FAILURE TO CAREFULLY FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS

MANUAL MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR EXPLOSION CAUSING PROPERTY

DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND

LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.

INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED

TECHNICIAN, SERVICE AGENCY OR GAS SUPPLIER

Manufactured by :

DROLET STOVES AND FIREPLACES INC.

1700, Leon-Harmel

Quebec, Qc (Canada)

G1N 4R9

GAS STOVE

FOR YOUR SAFETY

IF YOU SMELL GAS :

1. DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT ANY APPLIANCE

2. OPEN WINDOWS

3. TURN OFF MAIN GAS SUPPLY

4. DO NOT TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES

5. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME

6. CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER IMMEDIATELY

Tested by :

WARNOCK HERSEY

REV. 7/96 45052A

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Page 1 6. CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER IMMEDIATELY INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN, SERVICE AGENCY OR GAS SUPPLIER Tested by : Manufactured by : DROLET STOVES AND FIREPLACES INC. 1700, Leon-Harmel Quebec, Qc (Canada) WARNOCK HERSEY G1N 4R9...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION :................WARNING :......................SPECIFICATIONS :.................... TOP, SIDE AND FRONT VIEWS :............5 - 6 OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION............CLEARANCE DISTANCES AWAY FROM FLAMMABLE MATERIALS..7 INSTALLATION :....................8 to 13 INSTALLATION OF THE UNIT............. PEDESTAL SELF-ADHESIVE GOLD STRIP INSTALLATION.... 8 GLASS FRONT REMOVAL CLEANING AND INSTALLATION :..
Page 3: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION The EXEL-FIRE gas stove is a high-efficiency free-standing gas appliance with a maximum input rating of 28,000 Btu/h with natural gas or 28,000 Btu/h with propane. It features a thermostatic modulating valve and a constant pilot. This means flame height will vary according to room temperature.
Page 4: Warning
WARNING • THIS HEATER MUST BE PROPERLY CONNECTED TO A VENTING SYSTEM. THIS HEATER IS EQUIPPED WITH A SHUTOFF SAFETY SYSTEM TO PROTECT AGAINST IMPROPER VENTING OF COMBUSTION FUEL. • THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL BYLAWS WHERE APPLICABLE.
Page 5: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions : height : 29 1/2” width : 24” depth : 18” Glass : 19.45" x 11.74" 1400° F clear ceramic Fuel : Propane Gas Natural Gas Maximum input rating : 28 000 (8206) 28 000 (8206) Btu/h (Watts) Manifold pressure : 10 (2.5) 3.5 (0.9) w.c.
Page 6: Top, Side And Front Views
TOP, FRONT AND SIDE VIEWS...
Page 8: Optional Blower Installation
OPTIONAL BLOWER INSTALLATION See instruction sheet included with optional blower before proceeding with installation. INSTALLATION CLEARANCE DISTANCES AWAY FROM FLAMMABLE MATERIALS The stove location must respect clearance distances away from flammable materials. • For clearance between pipe and flammable materials, follow vent pipe manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 9: Installation Of The Unit
INSTALLATION OF UNIT • Move the Exel-Fire to the desired position. Mark the location for the gas inlet pipe and the location where the vent pipes will go through the wall. Remove the appliance. • Route a 3/8" minimum NPT iron pipe gas line to the desired location.
Page 10: Glass Front Removal Cleaning And Installation
GLASS FRONT REMOVAL, CLEANING AND INSTALLATION Removal : - Allow the stove to cool for at least one hour. - Remove the two (2) screws on the left and right, at the bottom of the glass front assembly. - Remove the glass front assembly CAUTION : Do not operate your stove without a glass front or if the glass is broken.
Page 11: Burner Removal And Installation
BURNER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION REMOVAL : - Remove the glass front assembly as shown on page 9 - Remove the two (2) screws holding the burner. - Slide the burner to the left and pull towards you. INSTALLATION : - Place the burner assembly back in the fire box and push to the right until it touches the valve support.
Page 12: Venturi Tube Adjustment
VENTURI TUBE ADJUSTMENT • The venturi tube must be correctly adjusted to ensure efficient burning. If the flame is blue and small, close the venturi tube. If the flame is yellow and long (possible carbon deposit), open the venturi tube. •...
Page 13: Log Installation
LOG INSTALLATION Remove the glass front as described on page 9. Install the longest log at the back of the firebox, with locating grooves on top. Install the 14" log at the front of the firebox and to the right. Ensure that the log is pushed against the metal retainers on the burner face.
Page 14: Embers Kit Installation
EMBER KIT INSTALLATION Three small plastic bags are supplied with your unit. One contains vermiculite to simulate ashes in the fire box, the second contains lava rock to simulate coals and the third is filled with rock wool fibre to resemble hot glowing embers. Place the vermiculite and lava rocks at the bottom of the fire box and on top of the burner plate.
Page 15: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INTRUCTIONS For your safety read before lighting. WARNING: Failure to carefully follow these instructions may result in a fire or explosion, causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. • This appliance has a pilot burner which must be lighted manually. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions carefully.
Page 16: Lighting Instructions
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Open the pedestal front cover panel to reach the control. Turn off all electrical power to the appliance. Turn the gas valve knob to the "OFF" position and wait 5 minutes to clear out any gas. Find pilot in the upper left of the burner. Turn the gas valve knob counterclockwise to "PILOT".
Page 17: Maintenance Instructions
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS TURN OFF GAS USING SHUTOFF VALVE AND ELECTRICAL POWER BEFORE SERVICING THE APPLIANCE. The vent pipes and gas stove must be inspected at least once a year. Remove the glass front and logs and clean them if necessary. The control compartment, air circulating passages, firebox, logs and burner should be cleaned at least once a year by vacuuming or by brushing.
Page 18: Pilot Adjustment
PILOT ADJUSTMENT Remove the plastic cover on the valve and turn the screw on the face of the valve in the lower right corner. Clockwise decreases the flame. PRESSURE READING AND ADJUSTMENT Pressures can be checked by turning captured screw at the pressure test point counterclockwise 2 or 3 turns and then placing tubing (inside diameter 5/16"...
Page 19: Temperature Sensing Bulb Adjustment
Lower it if the ambiant temperature is too cool. HIGH ALTITUDE ADJUSTMENTS (2000-4500 ft.) Although the Exel-Fire is approved for use at high altitude, certain adjustments are necessary. This will ensure good burning, and prevent carbon deposits or lighting problems.
Page 20: Optional Parts
OPTIONAL PARTS ITEM DESCRIPTION Part no • 130 CFM fan, thermoswitch and variable speed control E-5914 • Set of four (4) split oak logs E-5979 • Arched cast iron door with pyroceram glass E-5912 • Gold plated cast iron door with pyroceram glass E-5913 REPLACEMENT PARTS ITEM DESCRIPTION...
Page 21: Limited 5-Year Warranty
All other costs related to dismantling the structure, decoration, venting system, etc. are the responsibility of the fireplace gas stove owner. From year 2 to year 5 of the limited warranty, DROLET STOVES AND FIREPLACES INC. will replace defective parts free of charge except the VALVE, IGNITION CONTROL, BURNER ASSEMBLY, LOGS, GLASS ASSEMBLY, BLOWER and BLOWER CONTROL.