Quadra-Fire EXPLRMED-PBK Instruction Manual
Quadra-Fire EXPLRMED-PBK Instruction Manual

Quadra-Fire EXPLRMED-PBK Instruction Manual

Explorer ii medium wood stove
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INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Explorer II Medium Wood Stove
Model(s):
EXPLRMED-PBK
EXPLRMED-PDB
EXPLRMED-PFT
EXPLRMED-PMH
EXPLRMED-MBK
WARNING
Fire Risk.
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfi re and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
Installation and service of this appliance should
be performed by qualifi ed personnel. Hearth &
Home Technologies recommends NFI certifi ed
professionals, or technicians supervised by an
NFI certifi ed professional.
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Installation Manual
Installation & Appliance Set-Up
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fi re may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or 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 heater or chimney con-
nector glows, you are overfi ring. Overfi ring
will void your warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specifi ed. Failure to
comply may cause house fi re.
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.
To obtain a French translation of this manual, please contact
your dealer or visit www.quadrafi re.com
Pour obtenir une traduction française de ce manuel, s'il vous
plaît contacter votre revendeur ou visitez www.quadrafi re.com
7061-197D
WARNING
WARNING
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot
during operation AND cool down.
NOTE
November 7, 2014

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  • Page 1 Explorer II Medium Wood Stove fi re may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death. Model(s): EXPLRMED-PBK • Do not store or use gasoline or other fl am- EXPLRMED-PDB mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Dimensions and Clearances ....7 A. Appliance Dimensions ............7 B. Clearances to Combustibles ..........8 C. Locating Your Stove & Chimney ........9 D. Chimney Termination Requirements ........9 E. 2-10-3 Rule ..............10 Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies. 7061-197D November 7, 2014...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    • Installation and use of any damaged appliance. • Modifi cation of the appliance. The Quadra-Fire Explorer Series Wood Stove (ACC) meets • Installation other than as instructed by Hearth & Home the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 1990 particulate Technologies.
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove Install Guide Getting Started A. Design and Installation Considerations WARNING Consideration must be given to: Fire Risk. • Safety Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any • Convenience responsibility for, and the warranty will be • Traffi...
  • Page 5: Negative Pressure

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove C. Negative Pressure D. Tools And Supplies Needed Before beginning the installation be sure the following tools and building supplies are available: WARNING Reciprocating saw Framing material Asphyxiation Risk. Pliers High temp caulking material • Negative pressure can cause spillage of com- Hammer Gloves bustion fumes, soot and carbon monoxide.
  • Page 6: Install Checklist

    Location of Fireplace: Installer: Dealer/ Distributor Phone #: Serial #: Model (circle one): EXPLRMED-PBK EXPLRMED-PDB EXPLRMED-PFT EXPLRMED-PMH EXPLRMED-MBK WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Failure to install fi replace according to these instructions can lead to a fi re or explosion.
  • Page 7: Dimensions And Clearances

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove Dimensions and Clearances A. Appliance Dimensions NOTE: Flue Collar size is 6 inch (152mm) diameter (ID) 12-1/4 20-1/16 28-15/16 7-15/16 Figure 7.2 Top View Figure 7.1 Front View 26-3/4 19-1/2 22-3/16 28-15/16 25-7/8 14-7/8 Figure 7.4 Side View with horizontal fl ue Figure 7.2 Side View November 7, 2014 7061-197D...
  • Page 8: Clearances To Combustibles

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove B. Clearances to Combustibles MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS in inches & (Millimeters) NOTE: All A, B, and C Dimensions are to the center of the flue collar BACKWALL / SIDEWALL INSTALLATION: FULL VERTICAL OR ALCOVE For alcove only: Six inch diameter listed Double wall air insulated connector pipe with UL103 HT listed factory built Class A chimney or masonry chimney.
  • Page 9: Locating Your Stove & Chimney

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove C. Locating Your Stove & Chimney • Consider the appliance location in order to avoid fl oor and ceiling attic joists and rafters. Location of the appliance and chimney will affect perfor- mance. As shown in Figure 9.1 the chimney should: •...
  • Page 10: 2-10-3 Rule

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove E. 2-10-3 Rule These are safety requirements and are not meant to assure proper fl ue draft. This appliance is made with a 6 inch (152mm) diameter chimney connector as the fl ue collar on the unit. •...
  • Page 11: Chimney Systems

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove Chimney Systems A. Venting Components B. Chimney Systems Chimney Connector: Prefabricated Metal Chimney It is also known as fl ue pipe or stove pipe. The chimney • Must be minimum 6 inch (152mm) diameter (ID) high connector joins the stove to the chimney.
  • Page 12 Explorer II Medium Wood Stove Thimble Site constructed for masonry chimney installation: ceiling Components 13.5” below ceiling to top • A minimum length of 12 inches [305mm] (longer for of opening Wall or top of opening is a min.of thicker walls) of solid insulated factory-built chimney 4.5”...
  • Page 13: Installing Chimney Components

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove Solid Pack Chimney with Metal Supports as a Thimble C. Installing Chimney Components (Cont’d) Chimney Connector Min. Chimney Clearance to Wall Spacer and Min. Clearance Single wall connector or stove pipe. Combustibles - 2 inch (51mm) 2 inch (51mm) This must be at least 24 gauge mild steel or 26 gauge blue steel.
  • Page 14: Appliance Set-Up

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove Appliance Set-Up In Canada, similar fl oor protection must be provided 18 inches A. Hearth Protection Requirements (457mm) in front and 8 inches (203mm) from the sides and rear of the stove. Figure 14.2 FLOOR PROTECTION: Floor protector must be non-combus- *EXCEPTION: Non-combustible floor protections must tible material, extending beneath heater and to the front, sides extend beneath the fl...
  • Page 15: Outside Air Kit Installation

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove B. Outside Air Kit Installation WARNING A source of air (oxygen) is necessary in order for combus- tion to take place. Whatever combustion air is consumed Fire Risk. Asphyxiation Risk. by the fi re must be replaced. Air is replaced via air leakage Do not draw outside combustion air from: around windows and under doors.
  • Page 16: Blower (Optional)

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove C. Blower (Optional) CAUTION Tools Required: #2 Phillips head screwdriver Shock Risk. • Do NOT remove grounding prong from plug. 1. Locate bolts supplied with the blower. • Route cord away from appliance. 2. Align holes in mounting fl ange of blower with bolt holes in •...
  • Page 17: Reversible Flue Collar And Horizontal Flue Heat Shield

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove D. Reversible Flue Collar and Horizontal Flue Heat Shield Flue collar Convection Tools Required: #2 & #3 Phillips head screwdriver; 1/2" chamber top wrench The fl ue collar is reversible for either a top or rear venting installation.
  • Page 18: Mobile Home Installation

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove Approved for USA Installation only! Mobile Home Installation You must use a Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit Part CAUTION OAK-ACC for installation in a mobile home. THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE MOBILE HOME 1. An outside air inlet must be provided for combustion.
  • Page 19: Accessory List

    Explorer II Medium Wood Stove Accessory List Explorer II Service Parts Beginning Manufacturing Date: March 2014 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 20: 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.quadrafi re.com CAUTION DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL...

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