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Quadra-Fire CB1200MI-MBK Owner's Manual

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• Important operating and
maintenance instruc-
tions included.
Please read this entire manual
before installation and use of this
pellet fuel-burning room heater.
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in property damage,
bodily injury or even death.
•
Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• Do not overfi re - If any external part starts to
glow, you are overfi ring. Reduce feed rate.
Overfi ring will void your warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to com-
bustibles as specifi ed. Failure to comply may
cause house fi re.
CAUTION
Tested and approved for wood pellets and shelled
fi eld corn fuel only. Burning of any other type of fuel
voids your warranty.
www.quadrafi re.com
CB1200-I PELLET INSERT
Owner's Manual
Installation and Operation
Model:
CB1200MI-MBK
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Read, understand and
•
follow these instruc-
tions for safe installa-
tion and operation.
WARNING
NOTICE
Leave this manual with
•
party responsible for use
and operation.
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
fi replace.
•
Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
fl ammable materials.
•
Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other fl ammable
materials away.
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and national
codes and regulations.
• Consult local building, fi re offi cials or authorities having jurisdic-
tion about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.
7014-188
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Tested and
O-T L
Listed by
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US
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are
hot during operation AND
cool down.
CAUTION
September 16, 2009
Portland
Oregon USA

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Tested and Portland O-T L Installation and Operation Oregon USA Listed by OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. Model: CB1200MI-MBK NOTICE DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL Read, understand and Leave this manual with • • • Important operating and follow these instruc-...
  • Page 2 Hearth & Home Technologies welcomes you to our tradition ioned when it comes to craftsmanship. Each unit is meticu- of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you lously fabricated and surfaces are hand-fi nished for lasting have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and beauty and enjoyment.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert 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. •...

  • Page 4: Section 1: Listing And Code Approvals

    Class “L” or • Modify appliance “PL” connector pipe. A Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit must be • Install other than as instructed by Hearth & Home installed in a mobile home installation.

  • Page 5: Section 2: Getting Started

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Getting Started Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, you A. Design, Installation & Location Consider- must consider the location of: ations • Windows 1. Appliance Location • Air Intakes • Air Conditioner NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation. •...

  • Page 6: Locating Your Appliance & Chimney

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert B. Locating Your Appliance & Chimney E. Negative Pressure Location of the appliance and chimney will affect WARNING! Risk of Asphyxiation! Negative pressure can performance. cause spillage of combustion fumes and soot. • Install through the warm airspace enclosed by the building Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air avail- envelope.

  • Page 7: Fire Safety

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert G. Tools And Supplies Needed F. Fire Safety To provide reasonable fi re safety, the following should be Tools and building supplies normally required given serious consideration: for installation, unless installing into an existing • Install at least one smoke detector on each fl oor of your masonry fi...

  • Page 8: Appliance Dimensions

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions 40 in. (1016mm) 29-1/4 in. (743mm) 22 in. (559mm) 8-3/4 in. (222mm) 13 in. (330mm) 10-3/4 in. (273mm) 12 in. (305mm) 28-1/2 in. (724mm) Figure 7.1 - Top View Figure 7.2 - Front View Panel Standard 30 inches (762mm)

  • Page 9: Clearances To Combustibles As A Built-In, Ul And Ulc

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert B. Clearance To Combustibles, UL and ULC AS A BUILT-IN Rear Shroud Kit is Required for Built-In Installation 0 INCH (0mm) CLEARANCE TO EXPOSED SECTION AND FACE TRIM Figure 9.1 Top of Shroud Top Vent Rear Vent Sides of Inside Shroud Top or Rear Vent Back of Inside Shroud...

  • Page 10: Clearances To Combustibles, Masonry & Zero Clearance

    8 inches (203mm) to each side of the door opening. * See alternate fl oor protection worksheet. NOTE: A Quadra-Fire fl oor protector (Part 811-0730) is available through your dealer to be used as a fl oor protec- Figure 10.2 tor for the section under the insert body only.

  • Page 11: Calculating Alternate Floor Protection Material

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert G. Calculating Alternate Floor Protection Material H. Prefabricated Metal Chimney Thermal Conductivity: k value The chimney can be new or existing, masonry or prefabricated The k value indicates the amount of heat (in BTU’s) that will fl ow and must meet the following minimum requirements: in 1 hour through 1 square foot of a uniform material 1 inch thick •...

  • Page 12: Fireplace

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert I. Removing Metal Floor of Factory-Built J. Altering the Factory-Built Fireplace Firebox • The fireplace must not be altered, except for the exceptions listed below. Do not removal the bricks and • The fi rebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails, screen mesh and log grates can be removed from a factory-built mortar from the existing fi...

  • Page 13: Section 4: Vent Information

    6 inch (76-152mm) Top Vent Offset Adapter, use Listed such as a stairwell, covered breezeway, etc. double wall fl ue connector. A Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit must be used with manufactured home installations. . Termination must exhaust above air inlet elevation. It 3.

  • Page 14: Equivalent Feet Of Pipe

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert WARNING C. Equivalent Feet of Pipe Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or The table below can help you calculate the equivalent feet of maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Refer pipe which is a method used to determine pellet vent size. See to the owner’s information manual provided with this appli- Figure 14.1.

  • Page 15: Section 5: Venting Systems

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Venting Systems A. Full Reline With Outside Air - Horizontal WARNING Fire Risk. Inspection of Chimney: CAUTION • Masonry chimney must be in good condition. • Meets minimum standard of NFPA 211 Never draw outside combustion air from: •...

  • Page 16: Full Reline With Outside Air-Vertical

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert B. Full Reline With Outside Air - Vertical NOTE: In Canada only a full reline is allowed per ULC NOTE: Check clearances carefully for this type of instal- S628, ORD ULC C1482-M1990. lation to ensure adequate room for outside air venting. 305mm min.

  • Page 17: Section 6: Mobile Home

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Mobile Home A. Mobile Home Installation CAUTION You must use a Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME for installation in a mobile home. FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING/ROOF MUST BE MAIN- TAINED An outside air inlet must be provided for the combustion...

  • Page 18: Section 7: Appliance Set-Up

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Appliance Set-Up A. Rear Shroud Installation 1. Top Vent Installations Parts Required: REAR SHROUD TOP VENT PART 811-0650 Part 811-0680, Rear Shroud Kit. Includes: Six galvanized steel shroud pieces, two cover plates and fastener package. Part 811-0650, Rear Shroud Top Vent Right Corner Top Vent Opening Includes: Vent pipe and two 1/4 - 20 x 3/4 inch bolts with...
  • Page 19 CB1200-I Pellet Insert Rear Vent Installation Preparation: 4. Assemble the right corner and right panel pieces using 4 Remove the ENTIRE exhaust blower housing by remov- screws prior to attaching to insert. Figure 19.4. ing the 4 nuts using a 7/16 inch socket wrench. Set the 5.

  • Page 20: Outside Air Kit

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert C. Adjustable Hopper Options B. Outside Air Kit Instructions Depending on your installation, the hopper can be vertically Parts Included in Kit: 1 piece of 2 inch x 3 ft. fl ex hose, adjusted up to a maximum of 3-1/2 inches (89mm) and will 1 hose clamp and 1 rodent screen.

  • Page 21: Adjustable Hearth Support

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert E. Adjustable Hearth Support EXPLODED VIEW OF SCISSORS Size: 9”D x 45”W, 2” to 10” Height Adjustment Included in Kit: (1) trim top, (1) trim front, (2) trim sides, double-sided tape (already installed) SCREWS ARE CIRCLED Tools Needed: Phillips head screw driver, sheet metal shears, measuring tape, gloves 1.

  • Page 22: Panel & Trim

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert F. Panel and Trim Set Standard Size: 30 inches H x 40 inches W (762mm x 1016mm) Large Size: 33 inches H x 50 inches W (838mm x 1270mm) Included in Kit: 2 side panels, 1 top panel, 2 side trim, 1 top trim, 2 corner brackets and fastener package.

  • Page 23: F. Panel & Trim

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert F. Panel and Trim Set (Cont’d) 5. Hold side curtains in open position and lower panel set over insert setting lower edge of top panel in slot between hopper lid and panel support as shown in Figure 23.1. Place existing screw head (installed in Figure 23.2) into locator hole in fl...

  • Page 24: Brick Set Installation

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert G. Optional Brick Set Installation WARNING Slide bottom of left rear brick in fi rst; rotate top edge to- ward rear of appliance and then rotate outer edge toward Risk of Injury. rear of appliance, until brick slides into place. Figure •...

  • Page 25: Log Set Placement

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert I. Optional Log Set Placement Instructions J. Thermostat Installation A 12 volt AC thermostat is required to operate this pellet CAUTION appliance. You may use the included wall mount thermo- stat or purchase an optional programmable thermostat Logs are FRAGILE.

  • Page 26: Section 8: Operating Instructions

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Operating Instructions A. Fuel Size, Material and Storage 2. Shelled Field Corn (Cont’d) 1. Wood Pellets Fuel pellets are made from sawdust or wood by-products. If the corn used. In cases where it is acceptable for the appliance source material is hardwood, they can have a higher mineral to run full time, 100% corn will work after the fi...

  • Page 27: General Operation Information

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert C. Before Your First Fire B. General Operating Information 1. First, make sure your appliance has been properly 1. Thermostat Calls For Heat installed and that all safety requirements have been met. The appliance is like most modern furnaces; when the thermostat Pay particular attention to the fi...

  • Page 28: Fire Characteristics

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert E. Fire Characteristics WARNING A properly adjusted fi re with the heat output control switch set on “HIGH” has a short active fl ame pattern that extends out Fire Risk of the fi repot approximately 4 to 6 inches (102-105mm). If Do NOT operate appliance: the fi...

  • Page 29: Frequently Asked Questions

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert H. Frequently Asked Questions ISSUES SOLUTIONS 1. Metallic noise. 1. Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to the sound pro- duced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or longevity of your appliance.

  • Page 30: Section 9: Troubleshooting

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your appliance will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting guide will assist a qualifi ed service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the corrective Troubleshooting action to be taken.
  • Page 31 CB1200-I Pellet Insert Troubleshooting (Cont’d) Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Slow or smoky start-up Dirty exhaust and/or venting system. Check for ash build up in appliance, (Cont’d) including behind rear panels, fi rebox, heat exchanger, exhaust blower and venting. Feed system fails to Out of fuel.
  • Page 32 CB1200-I Pellet Insert Troubleshooting (Cont’d) Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Convection blower fails to No call light. Defective control box. start. #1 snap disc defective. Replace snap disc. Blower not plugged in. Check that blower is plugged into wire har- ness.

  • Page 33: Proper Shutdown Procedure

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Maintaining & Servicing Your Appliance C. General Maintenance A. Proper Shutdown Procedure 1. Types of Fuel Depending on the type of fuel you are burning will dictate how CAUTION CAUTION often you have to clean your fi repot. If the fuel you are burning has a high dirt or ash content or Shock and Smoke Hazard Shock and Smoke Hazard...
  • Page 34 CB1200-I Pellet Insert 2. Cleaning Firepot with Cleaning Rod & Firepot Clean-Out Tool 4. Cleaning Ash Pan • Frequency: Weekly or every 5 bags of fuel • Frequency: Daily or more often as needed • By: Homeowner • By: Homeowner Locate the ash pan underneath the fi...
  • Page 35 CB1200-I Pellet Insert 9. Cleaning Exhaust Path WARNING • Frequency: Yearly or more frequently depending on ash build-up. • By: Homeowner Heat exchanger cleaning rods may be warm a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been to the touch. For safety purposes wear gloves.
  • Page 36 CB1200-I Pellet Insert 16. Preparing Firebox for Non-Burn Season 12. Door Gasket Inspection • Frequency: Yearly • Frequency: Prior to heating season • By: Homeowner • By: Homeowner a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off. a.

  • Page 37: High Ash Content Maintenance

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert D. High Ash Fuel Content Maintenance • Frequency: When the ash build-up exceeds more than half way up the fi repot. Pellets Back Up • By: Homeowner Firepot Overfills In Feed Tube Poor quality pellet fuel, or lack of maintenance, can create conditions that make the fi...

  • Page 38: Glass Replacement

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert E. Glass Replacement Door Latch Door Latch WARNING Top & Bottom Frame Top & Bottom Frame • Glass is 5mm thick high temperature heat- resistant ceramic glass. • DO NOT REPLACE with any other material. Center Posts Center Posts •...

  • Page 39: Igniter Replacement

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert F. Igniter Replacement G. Baffl e Removal a. Be sure the appliance is allowed to cool, has been unplugged and the exhaust blower is off. b. Open glass door. c. Grasp the bottom of the baffl es and pull up to dis- lodge from hook attachment.

  • Page 40: Section 12: Reference Material

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert Reference Materials When describing the location of a component part it is always AS YOU FACE THE FRONT A. Component Function OF THE APPLIANCE. 1. Control Box a. The control box is located on right side of appliance, 7.
  • Page 41 CB1200-I Pellet Insert 16. Snap Disc #1 (Convection Blower) 125°F 19. Vacuum Switch Snap disc #1 is located on the right side of the fi rebox. There The vacuum switch is located at the rear of the appliance. are 2 purple wires connected to it. This snap disc turns the This switch turns the feed system on when vacuum is present convection blower on and off as needed.

  • Page 42: Component Locations

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert B. Component Locations Terminal Block Center 2 Screws for Thermostat Wires Control Box Heat Output Switch Reset Button Blue Blinking Red Call Light Light Fuse Red/ Green Light Power Outlet Figure 42.1 Exhaust Transition Assembly Exhaust Convection Blower Blower Figure 42.2...

  • Page 43: Exploded Drawings

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert C. Exploded Drawing 12 11 7025-013 6-2-09 Figure 43.1 Page 43 September 16, 2009 7014-188...

  • Page 44: Service Parts & Accessories

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert D. Service Parts and Accessories HOW TO ORDER IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION To order the entire assembly, order the top line part number only. When requesting service or replacement parts for your To order an individual part from an assembly, order the part(s) appliance please provide model number and serial listed in the indented portion.
  • Page 45 CB1200-I Pellet Insert To order the entire assembly, order the top line part number only. HOW TO ORDER To order an individual part from an assembly, order the part(s) listed in the indented portion. Stocked at Depot Item Description Comments Part Number Rod/Linkage Ez Clean 812-4140...
  • Page 46 CB1200-I Pellet Insert To order the entire assembly, order the top line part number only. HOW TO ORDER To order an individual part from an assembly, order the part(s) listed in the indented portion. Stocked at Depot Item Description Comments Part Number Call Light Lens Cover 812-0750...
  • Page 47 200-0860 SP-CB12I3350- Panel Set, Large, W/Gold Trim 33 in X 50 in. Bracket, -L-, Trim Qty: 2 832-0840 Logo, Quadra-Fire 200-3180 Trim, Panel Set, Gold 250-4660 Panel Set, Large, W/Nickel Trim 33 in X 50 in. SP-CB12I3350-NL Bracket, -L-, Trim...
  • Page 48 CB1200-I Pellet Insert To order the entire assembly, order the top line part number only. HOW TO ORDER To order an individual part from an assembly, order the part(s) listed in the indented portion. Stocked at Depot Item Description Comments Part Number FASTENERS Avk Rivnut Repair Kit...

  • Page 49: Service & Maintenance Log

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert E. Service And Maintenance Log Date of Service Performed By Description of Service Page 49 September 16, 2009 7014-188...

  • Page 50: Warranty Policy

    CB1200-I Pellet Insert F. Warranty Policy Page 50 7014-188 September 16, 2009...
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  • Page 52: Contact Information

    1445 North Highway Colville, WA 99114 Division of HNI INDUSTRIES www.quadrafi re.com Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns. For the number of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer visit our website at www.quadrafi re.com NOTICE DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL...

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