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OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Contact your dealer with questions on installation, operation, or service.
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Explorer III Wood Appliance
Model(s):
EXPLR-III-PBK
EXPLR-III-PDB
EXPLR-III-PFT
EXPLR-III-PMH
EXPLR-III-MBK
WARNING
Fire Risk
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may over fire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
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
7060-227I
WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fire may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable 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 will cause burns.
•
Do not touch glass until it is cooled
•
NEVER allow children to touch glass
•
Keep children away
•
CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room as
fireplace.
•
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.
NOTE
To obtain a French translation of this manual, please contact
your dealer or visit www.quadrafire.com
Pour obtenir une traduction française de ce manuel, s'il vous
plaît contacter votre revendeur ou visitez www.quadrafire.com
April 11, 2018

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  • Page 1 Explorer III Wood Appliance fire may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death. Model(s): EXPLR-III-PBK • Do not store or use gasoline or other flam- EXPLR-III-PDB mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

  • 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

    Explorer III Wood Stove Safety Alert Key: • DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. • WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

  • 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, coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer. WARRANTY COVERAGE: HHT warrants to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation, and to any transferee taking ownership of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase, that the HHT appliance...
  • 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 while the HHT appliance remains at the site of original installation. •...

  • Page 6: 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 7: Listing And Code Approvals

    Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies. April 11, 2018 7060-227I...

  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    Symptoms of over-firing may include one or more of the placed on the burning of wood for home heating. In order to following: improve the situation, we at Quadra-Fire have developed • Chimney connector or appliance glowing cleaner-burning wood appliances that surpass the require- •...

  • Page 9: Automatic Combustion Control (Acc)

    Explorer III Wood Stove is used to adjust for burn rates. This is called the Burn Rate WARNING Air Control. Figure 9.1 Fire Risk. 3. Final Stage • Always operate this appliance with the door closed he final stage of burning is the charcoal stage. This occurs and latched except during start-up and re-fueling or when the flammable gases have been mostly burned and only when using the fire screen.

  • Page 10: Burn Rates And Operating Efficiency

    Explorer III Wood Stove F. Burn Rates and Operating Efficiency This wood appliance has a manufacturer-set minimum low WARNING burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal reg- ulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood Fire Risk •...

  • Page 11: Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement

    Explorer III Wood Stove I. Griddle Handle and Griddle Lid Operating WARNING Instructions Fire Risk. CAUTION • Do not leave the fire unattended when the door is unlatched or when using the fire screen. Injury Risk. • Unstable firewood could fall out of the firebox cre- •...

  • Page 12: Blower Operating Instructions

    This is the measure of how cleanly your appliance is burn- ing. Opacity is measured in percent; 100% opacity is when NOTE: If your Quadra-Fire wood appliance is equipped with an object is totally obscured by the smoke column from a...

  • Page 13: Negative Pressure

    Explorer III Wood Stove L. Negative Pressure WARNING Asphyxiation Risk • Negative pressure can cause spillage of combustion fumes, soot and carbon monoxide. • Appliance needs to draft properly for safety. Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air avail- able for the appliance to operate properly.

  • Page 14: Maintenance And Service

    Explorer III Wood Stove Maintenance and Service A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide CAUTION! performance changes, and adjust your schedule according- Allow the appliance to completely cool ly. Maintenance is required for safe operation and must be down before performing any cleaning or maintenance. performed to maintain your warranty.

  • Page 15: General Maintenance

    Explorer III Wood Stove 2. Ash Removal System (ARS) Operating and Cleaning B. General Maintenance 1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning • Frequency: As necessary • By: Homeowner a. The appliance and ashes must be completely cooled down • Frequency: Every 2 months during heating season or before using the Ash Removal System.
  • Page 16 Explorer III Wood Stove 3. Disposal of Ashes • Frequency: When ash is within 1-3/4 in. (44mm) of firebox • 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.

  • Page 17: 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 18: Service Part Replacement

    DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. 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. Do not slam appliance door or impact the glass.

  • Page 19: Snap Disc Replacement

    Explorer III Wood Stove E. Secondary Tube & Baffle Board Removal C. Snap Disc Replacement Be sure to soak with penetrating oil for 15 to 20 minutes (Included with optional blower) before trying to remove the bolts. Remove the 6 bolts, 3 of 1.

  • Page 20: Reference Materials

    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- Porcelain Mahogany EXPLR-III-PMH 02/15- Part number list on following page.

  • Page 21: Explorer Iii Service Parts List

    Explorer III Wood Stove B. Explorer III 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 22 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 23 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 24 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 25: Explorer Iii Accessory List

    Explorer III Wood Stove C. Explorer III 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 26 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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