Quadra-Fire VOYAGEUR-MBK Owner's Manual

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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
VOYAGEUR WOOD INSERT
Automatic Combustion Control (ACC)
Model(s):
VOYAGEUR-MBK
VOYAGEUR-PMH
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
Installation and service of this appliance should be
performed by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home
Technologies recommends NFI certified profession-
als, or technicians supervised by an NFI certified
professional.
1
Owner's Manual
Operation & Care
7063-512
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 overfire - If heater or chimney con-
nector glows, you are overfiring. Overfiring
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
October 7, 2013

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  • Page 1 VOYAGEUR WOOD INSERT damage, personal injury, or death. Automatic Combustion Control (ACC) • Do not store or use gasoline or other flam- Model(s): mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of VOYAGEUR-MBK this or any other appliance. VOYAGEUR-PMH • Do not overfire - If heater or chimney con- nector glows, you are overfiring. Overfiring will void your warranty. • Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as specified. Failure to...
  • Page 2: Congratulations

    VOYAGEUR and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family A. Congratulations tion of our stoves, inserts and fireplaces. And yet we are Hearth & Home Technologies welcomes you to our tradition old-fashioned when it comes to craftsmanship. Each unit of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you is meticulously fabricated and gold and nickel surfaces are have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and hand-finished for lasting beauty and enjoyment. Our pledge performance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    VOYAGEUR 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 may result in death or serious injury. • CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. • NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the appliance or to property. TABLE OF CONTENTS A.
  • Page 4: Warranty

    VOYAGEUR Castile Pellet Insert C. Warranty Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Hearth & Home Technologies Inc., 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 Castile Pellet Insert VOYAGEUR WARRANTY CONDITIONS: �� ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������������� �� ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �� ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �� ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������� WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS: ������������������������������������������� �� ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ �� �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �� ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������- ��������������� �� �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������- ��������������������������������������������������������������� �� ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������- ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 6: Quick Start Guide

    VOYAGEUR D. 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 ADD NEWSPAPER LOAD WOOD HIGH BURN RATE CONTROL Upper Right Corner ADD KINDLING WARNING! Risk of Fire...
  • Page 7: Listing And Code Approvals

    VOYAGEUR Listing and Code Approvals A. Insert Certification D. Glass Specifications This stove is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. Replace Model: Voyageur Wood Insert glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please contact your Laboratory: Intertek dealer for replacement glass. Report No: 100116597 Type: Solid Fuel Type, Listed Room Heater WARNING Standard: UL1482 and ULC S628-93 and...
  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    VOYAGEUR User Guide Operating Instructions 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 appliance. • Alert children and adults to hazards of high temperatures. High temperatures may ignite clothing or other flammable materials.
  • Page 9: Fire Safety

    VOYAGEUR B. Fire Safety Hearth & Home Technologies WILL NOT warranty stoves To provide reasonable fire safety, the following should be that exhibit evidence of over-firing. Evidence of over-firing given serious consideration: includes, but is not limited to: 1. Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of • Warped air tube your home to ensure your safety. They should be • Deteriorated refractory brick retainers located away from the heating appliance and close • Deteriorated baffle and other interior components...
  • Page 10: Burning Process

    VOYAGEUR F. Burning Process 2. Second Stage In recent years there has been an increasing concern about In the secondary stage wood gives off flammable gases which air quality. Much of the blame for poor air quality has been burn above the fuel with bright flames. placed on the burning of wood for home heating. During this stage of burning: In order to improve the situation, we at Quadra-Fire have •...
  • Page 11: Automatic Combustion Control (Acc)

    VOYAGEUR G. Automatic Combustion Control (ACC) Typically, when you build a fire, you open the air controls fully and monitor the fire to prevent it from going into an overfire situation and/or burning your wood up too quickly before you shut down the air controls to the desired burn rate. When using the Automatic Combustion Control (ACC) system, HIGH you do not have to continually monitor the fire. Once you Burn Rate Control set the ACC system it will control the fire for you. Follow the instructions below to learn how to operate your stove with...
  • Page 12: Burn Rates And Operating Efficiency

    VOYAGEUR 3. Burn Rate Air Control 4. Medium-Low Burn Rate - 10,000 to 15,000 BTU/hr* • The air supply enters at the upper front of the firebox, • Raise the Burn Rate Air Control up to the bottom of the near the top of the glass door. middle marker and stop. •...
  • Page 13: Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement

    VOYAGEUR J. Correct Baffle & Blanket Placement INCORRECT POSITIONS WARNING Fire Risk Improper baffle placement may cause: • Overheating of firebox • Overheating the chimney Baffle must be placed properly (see instructions) Replace baffle if damaged or missing. Ceramic Blanket and Baffle Board are NOT NOTE: A missing, damaged or improperly positioned baffle in contact with the back of the firebox. is dangerous and may cause damage and poor efficiency. It will also void your warranty. Note: This are generic drawings and may not represent your specific model. Ceramic Blanket is NOT in contact with the back of the firebox and NOT even with the Baffle Board in the front. CORRECT POSITION Back of Firebox Ceramic Blanket...
  • Page 14: Building A Fire

    VOYAGEUR K. Building A Fire • Open door slowly so that ash or smoke does not exit appliance through opening. WARNING • Large logs burn slowly, holding a fire longer. • Small logs burn fast and hot, giving quick heat. Fire Risk. 9. As long as there are hot coals, repeating steps 6 through Keep combustible materials, gasoline and 8 will maintain a continuous fire.
  • Page 15: Wood Fuel

    VOYAGEUR L. Wood Fuel WARNING Fire Risk. WARNING • Do NOT burn wet or green wood. • Store wood in dry location. Fire Risk. • Stack wood so both ends are exposed to air. • DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE Wet, unseasoned wood can cause accumulation of FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPTHA OR creosote.
  • Page 16: Operating The Blower Control Box With Snap Disc

    VOYAGEUR M. Operating the Blower Control Box with Snap Disc 1. The blower will turn on/off automatically when set to AUTO. Figure 16.1. 2. When set to MANUAL, the fan will turn on/off only when you turn it on or off. This setting over-rides the internal snap disc.
  • Page 17: Clear Space

    VOYAGEUR Q. Opacity (Smoke) O. Clear Space Opacity is the measure of how cleanly your appliance is • Do NOT place combustible objects within 4 ft (1.2 m) of burning. the front of appliance. Figure 17.1. Opacity is measured in percent: • 100% opacity is when an object is totally obscured by WARNING the smoke column from a chimney, and Fire Risk.
  • Page 18: Maintenance And Service

    VOYAGEUR Maintenance and Service When properly maintained, your fireplace will give you Creosote - Formation and Need for Removal many years of trouble-free service. Contact your dealer to • When wood is burned slowly, it produces tar and other answer questions regarding proper operation, troubleshoot- organic vapors, which combine with expelled moisture to ing and service for your appliance.
  • Page 19: Glass Cleaning

    VOYAGEUR E. Glass Cleaning F. 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 • Clean glass with a non-abrasive glass cleaner. Abrasive is a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) gap between the bricks. cleaners may scratch and cause glass to crack. The firebox is lined with firebrick, which has exceptional in- • If the deposits on the glass are not very heavy, normal sulating properties. Do not use a grate; simply build a fire on...
  • Page 20: Quick Reference Maintenance Guide

    VOYAGEUR G. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide Start the first inspection after the first 2 months of use, or if performance changes, and adjust your schedule according- ly. Maintenance is required for safe operation and must be CAUTION! Allow the appliance to completely cool performed to maintain your warranty. down before performing any cleaning or maintenance. Task Frequency Baffle & Blanket Baffle and blanket placement is critical to MONTHLY heat output, efficiency and overall life of...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide

    VOYAGEUR Troubleshooting Guide With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your wood stove 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 Can not get fire started Not enough kindling/paper or no Use dry kindling, more paper. Arrange kindling &...
  • Page 22: Service Parts Replacement

    VOYAGEUR Service Parts Replacement A. Glass Replacement - Door Assembly 3. Locate the snap disc bracket assembly behind the blower controls on the right side under the ash lip. Figure 22.1 (Replace with 5mm ceramic glass only) 4. Remove the 2 mounting screws in the blower control 1. Ensure that the fire is out and the appliance is cool to bracket and slide assembly towards you.
  • Page 23: Blower Replacement

    VOYAGEUR D. Blower Replacement CAUTION 1. The grille on the blower access assembly is hinged. Swing the grille downward to expose the 2 screws. Figure 23.1. Shock Risk. • Do NOT remove grounding prong from plug. 2. Remove the 2 screws from the blower access assembly • Plug directly into properly grounded 3 prong and slide assembly away from the appliance.
  • Page 24: Baffle & Ceramic Blanket Removal

    VOYAGEUR E. Baffle & Ceramic Blanket Removal F. Door Handle Assembly 1. Install washer on door handle shaft. 1. Remove all ash from the firebox, and extinguish all hot 2. Slide door handle through door. embers before disposal into a metal container. 3. Install additional washer(s) as shown in Figure 24.3. 2. It is easier to remove both baffle boards and ceramic blanket after the tube channel assembly has been partially 4.
  • Page 25: Tube Channel Assembly Replacement

    VOYAGEUR G. Tube Channel Assembly Replacement NOTE: Soak the bolts with penetrating oil for at least 15 min- utes before trying to remove them. Removing Tube Channel Assembly 5. Slide the tube channel assembly all the way to left until 1.
  • Page 26: Reference Materials

    VOYAGEUR Reference Materials A. Service & Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service 7063-512 October 7, 2013...
  • Page 27: Service Parts & Accessories

    VOYAGEUR B. Service Parts & Accessories VOYAGEUR Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2010 Cast Iron Wood Insert Ending Manufacturing Date: Active VOYAGEUR-MBK, VOYAGEUR-PMH Part number list on following page. 04/13 October 7, 2013 7063-512...
  • Page 28: Side View

    VOYAGEUR VOYAGEUR Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2010 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION COMMENTS...
  • Page 29 VOYAGEUR VOYAGEUR Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2010 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or Stocked replacement parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 30 VOYAGEUR VOYAGEUR Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2010 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION COMMENTS...
  • Page 31 VOYAGEUR VOYAGEUR Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2010 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer. at Depot ITEM DESCRIPTION COMMENTS...
  • Page 32 VOYAGEUR VOYAGEUR Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: Sept 2010 Ending Manufacturing Date: Active #27 Surround Assemblies 27.5 27.6 27.1 27.2 27.4 27.7 27.3 27.8 IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement Stocked parts for your appliance please provide model number and serial number. All parts listed in this manual may be ordered from an authorized dealer.
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  • Page 36: Contact Information

    CONTACT INFORMATION Hearth & Home Technologies 1445 North Highway Colville, WA 99114 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 Read, understand and Leave this manual with •...

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