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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 questions on installation, operation, or service.
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
DISCOVERY III WOOD APPLIANCE
AUTOMATIC COMBUSTION
CONTROL (ACC)
MODEL NUMBER:
DISCOVERY-III-C
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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7037-804D
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
07/21

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  • Page 1 • Do not over-fire - If appliance or chimney connector glows, you are over-firing. Over-firing will void MODEL NUMBER: your warranty. DISCOVERY-III-C • Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified. Failure to comply may cause house fire. WARNING...

  • Page 2: Sample Of Serial Number / Safety Label

    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. CAUTION HOT WHILE IN OPERATION DO NOT TOUCH, KEEP CHILDREN AND CLOTHING AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS. KEEP FURNISHINGS AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL FAR AWAY FROM THE APPLIANCE.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    K. Negative Pressure ......15 L. Frequently Asked Questions....16 Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies. 7037-804D...

  • Page 4: Warranty Policy

    B. Warranty Policy Hearth & Home Technologies LLC LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies LLC (“HHT”) extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric hearth appliances (each a “Product” and collectively, the “Product(s)”) and certain component parts set forth in the table below (“Component Part(s)”) that are purchased from a HHT authorized dealer or distributor.
  • Page 5 WARRANTY CONDITIONS: • Because HHT cannot control the quality of any Products sold by unauthorized sellers, this Warranty only covers Products that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor unless otherwise prohibited by law; a list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites.

  • Page 6: Quick Start Guide

    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. OPEN AIR CONTROLS LOAD WOOD ADD NEWSPAPER...

  • Page 7: Listing And Code Approvals

    High EPA Test and BTU content of seasoned cordwood (8600) times the efficiency. The DISCOVERY-III-C is Certified to comply with 2020 crib wood particulate emission standards. This wood appliance needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation. It is against federal regulations to operate this wood appliance in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.

  • Page 8: Glass Specifications

    D. 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 E. Mobile Home Approved responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided by, the following actions: •...

  • Page 9: Operating Instructions

    Metal warping has been placed on the burning of wood for home heating. Chimney fire In order to improve the situation, we at Quadra-Fire have developed cleaner-burning wood appliances that 2. What To Do if Your Appliance is Over-Firing surpass the requirements for emissions established by our Immediately close the door and air controls to governing agencies.

  • Page 10: Air Controls

    D. Air Controls 2. Second Stage The next stage of burning, the secondary stage, is the Users will need to find their preferred setting between period when the wood gives off flammable gases which high and low based on desired heat output, installation burn above the fuel with bright flames.

  • Page 11: Using Burn Rate Air Control & Acc System

    E. Using Burn Rate Air Control & ACC System 3. Manual Timer Over-Ride If you need to shut the ACC system off before it goes CAUTION through the cycle of shutting itself off; 25 minutes, reach towards the back of the appliance on the right side and pull the lever towards the front of the appliance (Figure 11.2).

  • Page 12: Burn Rates And Operating Efficiency

    F. Burn Rates and Operating Efficiency WARNING For maximum operating efficiency This wood appliance has a manufacturer-set minimum Risk of Fire. low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal When set on High Burn Rate and over-riding regulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this the Automatic Combustion Control system an wood appliance in a manner inconsistent with operating...

  • Page 13: Building A Fire

    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. It will adversely affect emissions. appliance is finished with will cure as your appliance heats.

  • Page 14: Blower Operating Instructions

    H. Blower Operating Instructions I. Opacity (Smoke) 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...

  • Page 15: Clear Space

    J. Clear Space K. Negative Pressure NOTE: Do NOT place combustible objects within 4 ft WARNING (1.2 m) of the front of appliance (Figure 15.1). Asphyxiation Risk. • Mantel: • Negative pressure can cause spillage Avoid placing candles and other heat-sensitive objects of combustion fumes, soot and on mantel or hearth.

  • Page 16: Frequently Asked Questions

    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

    Maintenance and Service A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide CAUTION! When properly maintained, your fireplace will give you many years of trouble-free service. Contact your Allow the appliance to completely cool down before dealer to answer questions regarding proper operation, performing any cleaning or maintenance. Start the troubleshooting and service for your appliance.

  • Page 18: General Maintenance

    B. General Maintenance 2. Disposal of Ashes • Frequency: When ash is within 1-3/4 in. (44mm) of 1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning firebox lip • Frequency: Every 2 months during heating season or • By: Homeowner as recommended by a certified chimney sweep; more frequently if chimney exceeds or is under 14-16 ft.
  • Page 19 4. Glass Cleaning 6. Inspect Firebrick • Frequency: As desired • Frequency: After each ash removal • By: Homeowner • By: Homeowner Replace the firebrick if they become crumbly and/or if there CAUTION is a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) gap between the bricks. Handle glass assembly with care.

  • Page 20: Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement

    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

    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. Start Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution...

  • Page 22: Service Part Replacement

    NOTE: DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN RETAINERS - can cause glass to break. 9. Replace the door on the appliance. Quadra-Fire appliances are equipped with ceramic super heat-resistant glass, which can only be broken by impact or misuse. WARNING Figure 22.1...

  • Page 23: Snap Disc

    C. Snap Disc D. Door Handle Assembly NOTE: DO NOT over tighten locking nut; door handle Service Part: SRV230-0470 needs to move smoothly! 1. Locate the snap disc bracket assembly at the bottom left Service Part: SRV7033-071 rear corner of the appliance. 2.

  • Page 24: Baffle

    E. Baffle Fiber Blanket Service Part: 832-3390 Baffle Board Service Part: SRV7033-209 1. Remove all ash from the firebox, and extinguish all hot embers before disposal into a metal container. 2. The baffle board has 2 pieces. With the ceramic blanket still in place, slide one baffle piece over the top of other one and pull out top piece through the door opening and then remove bottom baffle piece (Figure 24.1).

  • Page 25: Decorative Side Panel

    F. Decorative Side Panel Left Side Panel Service Part: SRV7037-026 Right Side Panel Service Part: SRV7037-027 Tile Frame Service Part: SRV7033-324 Frame Blank Service Part: SRV7033-346 Your appliance ships with two different side options, one is a solid side panel (Figure 25.1) and tile side panel (Figure 25.2).

  • Page 26: Tube Channel Assembly

    G. Tube Channel Assembly Service Part: SRV7033-023 Removing Tube Channel Assembly NOTE: Service Space 1. Remove the right side shield by removing 2 screws in In order to replace the tube channel assembly a the back using a Phillips head screw driver. clearance of 19 inches (483mm) is required on the right 2.

  • Page 27: Reference Materials

    Reference Materials A. Service & Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service 7037-804D 07/21...

  • Page 28: Exploded View

    B. Exploded View DISCOVERY-III-C Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2020 Wood Stove Ending Manufacturing Date: Active Part number list on following page. 07/21 7037-804D 07/21...

  • Page 29: Service Parts

    C. Service Parts DISCOVERY-III-C Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2020 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 DISCOVERY-III-C Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2020 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Stocked Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer at Depot or distributor.
  • Page 31 DISCOVERY-III-C Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2020 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Stocked Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer at Depot or distributor.

  • Page 32: Accessories

    D. Accessories DISCOVERY-III-C Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Jan 2020 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. Parts must be ordered from a dealer or distributor. Hearth and Home Technologies does not sell directly to consumers. Stocked Provide model number and serial number when requesting service parts from your dealer at Depot or distributor.
  • Page 33 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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