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Installation and Operation Manual
Escape 1400 Insert
(DB03120 and DB03122 Models)
US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED
WOOD INSERT
Safety tested according to
ULC S628 and UL 1482 Standards
by an accredited laboratory
www.drolet.ca
Stove Builder International Inc.
250, rue de Copenhague, St-Augustin-de-Desmaures
(Quebec) Canada G3A 2H3
Tel: (418) 878-3040
Fax: (418) 878-3001
This manual is available for free download on the manufacturer's web site. It is a
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manual from time to time and cannot be responsible for problems, injuries, or damages
arising out of the use of information contained in any manual obtained from unauthorized
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- Page 1 Installation and Operation Manual Escape 1400 Insert (DB03120 and DB03122 Models) US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD INSERT Safety tested according to ULC S628 and UL 1482 Standards by an accredited laboratory www.drolet.ca Stove Builder International Inc. 250, rue de Copenhague, St-Augustin-de-Desmaures...
- Page 2 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS DROLET WOOD INSERT As one of North America’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers, Stove Builder International takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Table of content PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ....... 6 Safety Information ..............6 Summary of Operation and Maintenance Cautions and Warnings ......6 General Information .............. 7 Escape 1400 Insert Specifications ................. 7 Zone Heating and How to Make it Work for You ............ - Page 4 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Maintaining Your Wood Heating System ......22 Insert Maintenance ....................22 5.1.1 Plated Finish Maintenance ................22 5.1.2 Cleaning Door Glass ..................22 5.1.3 Door adjustment ....................23 5.1.4 Replacing the Door Gasket ................24 5.1.5...
- Page 5 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 1: Blower Installation ..........45 Appendix 2: Installing the Optional Fresh Air Intake Kit (AC01298) ..............46 Appendix 3: Optional Faceplate and Decorative Trims Installation (AC03350 / AC03360) ......47 Appendix 4: Installation of Secondary Air Tubes and Baffle ... 51 Appendix 5: Removal Instructions ..........
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Page 6: Part A - Operation And Maintenance
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual PART A - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Please see Part B for installation instructions. 1 Safety Information 1.1 Summary of Operation and Maintenance Cautions and Warnings • HOT WHILE IN OPERATION, KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. -
Page 7: General Information
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual General Information 2.1 Escape 1400 Insert Specifications Fuel Type Cordwood Test Standards (safety) ULC S628 and UL 1482 Test Standard (emissions) EPA Method 28 (40 CFR Part 60) Heating capacity range* 500 to 1600 sq. ft. (46 to 149 m Maximum heat output** 34,000 BTU/h (9.96kW/h) - Page 8 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual...
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Page 9: Zone Heating And How To Make It Work For You
2.2 Zone Heating and How to Make it Work for You Your new Escape 1400 wood insert is a space heater, which means it is intended to heat the area it is installed in, as well as spaces that connect to that area, although to a lower temperature. -
Page 10: The Benefits Of Low Emissions And High Efficiency
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 2.3 The Benefits of Low Emissions and High Efficiency The low smoke emissions produced by the special features inside the Escape 1400 insert’s firebox mean that your household will release up to 90 percent less smoke into the outside environment than if you used an older conventional stove. -
Page 11: Fuel
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 3 Fuel 3.1 Materials That Should Not be Burned GARBAGE OF ANY KIND, • COAL OR CHARCOAL, • • TREATED, PAINTED OR COATED WOOD, PLYWOOD OR PARTICLE BOARD, • FINE PAPER, COLORED PAPER OR CARDBOARD, •... -
Page 12: Log Length
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 3.2.3 Log Length Logs should be cut at least 1” (25 mm) shorter than the firebox so they fit in easily. Pieces that are even slightly too long, make loading the insert very difficult. The most common standard length of firewood is 16”... - Page 13 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Here are some things to consider in estimating drying time: • firewood takes a long time to dry firewood bought from a dealer is rarely dry enough to burn, so it is advisable to buy the •...
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Page 14: Judging Firewood Moisture Content
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 3.2.6 Judging Firewood Moisture Content You can find out if some firewood is dry enough to burn by using these guidelines: cracks form at the ends of logs as they dry • as it dries in the sun, the wood turns from white or cream colored to grey or yellow, •... -
Page 15: Operating Your Insert
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 4 Operating Your Insert 4.1 Your First Fires Two things will happen as you burn your first few fires; the paint cures and the internal components of the insert are conditioned. As the paint cures, some of the chemicals vaporize. The vapors are not poisonous, but they do smell bad. -
Page 16: The Top Down Fire
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual DO NOT LEAVE THE INSERT UNATTENDED WHEN THE DOOR IS SLIGHTLY OPENED. ALWAYS CLOSE AND LATCH THE DOOR AFTER THE FIRE IGNITES. After the kindling fire has mostly burned, you can add standard firewood pieces until you have a fire of the right size for the conditions. -
Page 17: Maintaining Wood Fires
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 4.3 Maintaining Wood Fires 4.3.1 General Advice Wood heating with a space heater is very different than other forms of heating. There will be variations in the temperature in different parts of the house and there will be variations in temperature throughout the day and night. -
Page 18: Raking Charcoal
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 4.3.3 Raking Charcoal Rekindle the fire when you notice that the room temperature has fallen. You will find most of the remaining charcoal at the back of the firebox, furthest from the door. Rake these coals towards the door before loading. -
Page 19: Turning Down The Air Supply
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 4.3.5 Turning Down the Air Supply Once the firewood, firebox and chimney are hot, you can begin to reduce the air supply for a steady burn. As you reduce the air supply to the fire, two important things happen. First, the firing rate slows down to spread the heat energy in the fuel over a longer period of time. -
Page 20: Blower Operation
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 4.4 Blower Operation Allow the insert to reach operating temperature (approximately one hour), before turning on the blower, since increased airflow from the blower will remove heat and affect the start-up combustion efficiency. - Page 21 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 4.4.1.4 Maximum Burn Cycle Times The burn cycle time is the period between loading wood on a coal bed and the consumption of that wood back to a coal bed of the same size. The flaming phase of the fire lasts for roughly the first half of the burn cycle and the second half is the coal bed phase during which there is little or no flame.
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Page 22: Maintaining Your Wood Heating System
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 5 Maintaining Your Wood Heating System 5.1 Insert Maintenance Your new insert will give many years of reliable service if you use and maintain it correctly. Some of the internal components of the firebox, such as firebricks, baffles and air tubes, will wear over time under intense heat. -
Page 23: Door Adjustment
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Do not abuse the glass door by striking or slamming shut. Do not use the insert if the glass is broken. 5.1.3 Door adjustment In order for your insert to burn at its best efficiency, the door must provide a perfect seal with the firebox. -
Page 24: Replacing The Door Gasket
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 5.1.4 Replacing the Door Gasket It is important to maintain the gasket in good condition. After a year or more of use, the door gasket will compress and become hard, which may allow air to leak past it. You can test the condition of the door gasket by closing and latching the door on a strip of paper. -
Page 25: Cleaning And Painting The Insert
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual over-tighten the screws. Note that the two main causes of broken door glass are uneven placement in the door and over-tightening of retaining screws. Do not abuse the glass door by striking or slamming shut. Do not use the insert if the glass is broken. -
Page 26: Cleaning The Chimney
Inspection and cleaning of the chimney can be facilitated by removing the baffle. CAUTION: OPERATION OF YOUR ESCAPE 1400 WOOD INSERT WITHOUT THE BAFFLE MAY CAUSE UNSAFE AND HAZARDOUS TEMPERATURE CONDITIONS AND WILL VOID THE WARRANTY. -
Page 27: Part B - Installation
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual PART B - INSTALLATION 6 Pre-Installation Masonry Fireplace Requirements The masonry fireplace must meet the minimum requirements found in the building code enforced locally, or the equivalent for a safe installation. Contact your local Building Inspector for requirements in your area. -
Page 28: Safety Information
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 3. CHIMNEY CAPS: Mesh type chimney caps must have provision for regular cleaning, or the mesh should be removed to eliminate the potential of plugging. 4. ADJACENT COMBUSTIBLES: The fireplace should be inspected to make sure that there is adequate clearance to combustibles, both exposed combustibles to the top, side, and front as well as concealed combustibles, in the chimney and mantle area. -
Page 29: Regulations Covering Insert Installation
7.2 Regulations Covering Insert Installation When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the Escape 1400 wood insert is suitable for use in residential installations. The Escape 1400 wood insert is not intended for installation in a bedroom. In Canada, the CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment and the CSA C22.1 Canadian National Electrical Code are to be followed in the... -
Page 30: Clearances To Combustible Material
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 8 Clearances to Combustible Material The clearances shown in this section have been determined by test according to procedures set out in safety standards ULC S628 (Canada) and UL1482 (U.S.A.). When the insert is installed so that its surfaces are at or beyond the minimum clearances specified, combustible surfaces will not overheat under normal and even abnormal operating conditions. -
Page 31: Compliance Of A Combustible Mantel Shelf
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 8.3 Compliance of a Combustible Mantel Shelf To ensure compliance of an existing mantel shelf or to install a combustible mantel shelf, refer to table and figure below. For example, a mantel shelf with a 6’’ depth (152 mm) ((X) value) must be installed at least 29"... -
Page 32: Positioning The Unit
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 8.4 Positioning the Unit It is necessary to have a floor protection made of non-combustible materials that meets the measurements specified in table FLOOR PROTECTION (see Section 8.5). To determine the need to add floor protection (D) beyond the hearth extension, you must do the following calculation using the data in Table Data for floor protection calculation of this section: D = B - (A - C). - Page 33 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual If the extension of the masonry hearth is raised at least 4" from the floor protection, a non- combustible material without an R factor is sufficient. If non-combustible material floor protection needs to be added in front of and level with the hearth extension of the masonry fireplace, an R factor equal to or greater than 1.00 is...
- Page 34 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual The use of an R value is convenient when more than one material is going to be used in the hearth extension to cover the combustible surface. This is because R values are additive, whereas K values are not.
- Page 35 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Thermal Characteristics of Common Floor Protection Materials* MATERIAL CONDUCTIVITY (k) RESISTANCE (R) PER INCH PER INCH THICKNESS ® Micore 0.39 2.54 ® Micore 0.49 2.06 ® Durock 1.92 0.52 ® Hardibacker 1.95 0.51 ®...
- Page 36 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual When installed as an extended insert, the front edge of the air jacket will be installed flush with the fireplace facing. Otherwise the unit can be moved back as much as 1 3/4" (44 mm) or any position in between.
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Page 37: Minimum Masonry Opening, Clearances To Combustibles And Floor Protector
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 8.5 Minimum Masonry Opening, Clearances to Combustibles and Floor Protector... - Page 38 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual CLEARANCES MINIMUM MASONRY OPENING 13" (330 mm) 10" (254 mm) 21 3/8" (543 mm) 22" (559 mm) 28 7/8" (733 mm)* 29" (737 mm) 12 3/4" (324 mm) 1½" (38 mm) FLOOR PROTECTION CANADA 18’’...
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Page 39: The Venting System
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 9 The Venting System 9.1 General The venting system, made up of the chimney and the liner inside the chimney, acts as the engine that drives your wood heating system. Even the best insert will not function safely and efficiently as intended if it is not connected to a suitable chimney and liner system. -
Page 40: Suitable Chimneys
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 9.3 Suitable Chimneys Your wood insert will provide optimum efficiency and performance when connected to a 6- inch diameter chimney liner. The connection to a chimney having a diameter of at least 5 inches (Canada only) is permitted, if it allows the proper venting of combustion gases and that such application is verified and authorized by a qualified installer. -
Page 41: Chimney Liner Installation
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 9.5 Chimney liner installation The preferred methods for installing the chimney liner are found in Section 9.5.1. Use a liner offset adapter (Section 9.5.2) only as a last resort. 9.5.1 If the chimney liner does align with the insert’s flue outlet In this case, you have two options A) Install the chimney liner starter adapter, provided with the chimney liner. -
Page 42: If The Chimney Liner Does Not Align With The Insert's Flue Outlet
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual B) Your dealer may offer a liner fastening system (AC02006), sold separately. Follow the installation instructions provided with the liner fastening system. 9.5.2 If the chimney liner does not align with the insert’s flue outlet You can install a liner offset adapter (AC01370), which is sold separately. -
Page 43: Minimum Chimney Height
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 9.6 Minimum Chimney Height The top of the chimney should be tall enough to be above the air turbulence caused when wind blows against the house and its roof. The chimney must extend at least 1 m (3 ft.) above the highest... -
Page 44: Supply Of Combustion Air
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 9.8 Supply of Combustion Air In Canada, wood inserts are not required to have a supply of combustion air from outdoors because research has shown that these supplies do not give protection against house depressurization and may fail to supply combustion air during windy weather. -
Page 45: Appendix 1: Blower Installation
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 1: Blower Installation First, attach the blower assembly (A) to the insert by aligning and inserting the hooks on each side of the blower housing into the slots located on the left and right of the blower opening below the loading door. -
Page 46: Appendix 2: Installing The Optional Fresh Air Intake Kit (Ac01298)
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 2: Installing the Optional Fresh Air Intake Kit (AC01298) Note: Only remove the knock-out that will be connected to the fresh air intake kit. To install a fresh air intake kit to the insert, the purchase of accessory AC01298 is required. -
Page 47: Appendix 3: Optional Faceplate And Decorative Trims
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Appendix Optional Faceplate Decorative Trims Installation (AC03350 / AC03360) Note: The illustrations may vary from one model to another, but the method of assembly remains the same. Remove the faceplate panels from its box and the faceplate extension secured between the firebox and the convection air jacket. - Page 48 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Insert the superimposed brackets (G) and (H) with the screws (F) in the groove of each decorative trim (I), (J) and (K). Align the corners of the angled side of each trim, and then tighten the screws (F) to secure the trims.
- Page 49 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Then align the holes in the faceplate extension (N) with the holes in each faceplate side panels and secure both assembly together using four (4) bolts (D) and nuts (E) provided. Center the insert into the fireplace opening and bring the faceplate assembly close to the appliance.
- Page 50 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Align notch faceplate extension with the bolt (O) welded to the air jacket located and slide the faceplate assembly just over the washer (P) and bolt’s head (Q). Then push towards the fireplace.
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Page 51: Appendix 4: Installation Of Secondary Air Tubes And Baffle
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 4: Installation of Secondary Air Tubes and Baffle LETTER DESCRIPTION FRONT BAFFLE SUPPORT SECONDARY AIR TUBE STAINLESS STEEL COTTER PIN VERMICULITE BAFFLE BAFFLE INSULATION BAFFLE INSULATION WEIGHT... - Page 52 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual 1. Starting with the rear tube, lean and insert the right end of the secondary air tube into the rear right channel hole. 2. Align the notch in the left end of the tube with the key of the left air channel hole.
- Page 53 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Note that front and middle secondary air tubes (A) can be replaced without removing the baffle board (B). Important Notes: The air tubes are identified for placement as follows: Model Type of tube Escape 1400 insert Front ►...
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Page 54: Appendix 5: Removal Instructions
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 5: Removal Instructions For the purpose of inspecting the insert itself or the fireplace, your insert may need to be removed. To remove your insert follow these instructions: • Remove the blower (A) •... -
Page 55: Appendix 6: Exploded Diagram And Parts List
Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Appendix 6: Exploded Diagram and Parts List... - Page 56 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual IMPORTANT: THIS IS DATED INFORMATION. When requesting service or replacement parts for your stove, please provide the model number and the serial number. We reserve the right to change parts due to technology upgrade or availability. Contact an authorized dealer to obtain any of these parts.
- Page 57 Escape 1400 Insert Installation and Operation Manual Item Description OA10129 BRUSHED NICKEL FACEPLATE TRIM KIT (32" X 50") AC03350 REGULAR FACEPLATE 29'' X 44'' WITH NICKEL TRIM KIT AC03360 LARGE FACEPLATE 32'' X 50'' WITH NICKEL TRIM KIT 29000 4'' X 8'' X1.25'' REFRACTORY BRICK PL36026 3"...
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Page 58: Drolet Limited Lifetime Warranty
Labour cost and repair work to the account of the manufacturer are based on predetermined rate schedule and must not exceed the wholesale price of the replacement part. Shall your unit or a components be defective, contact immediately your DROLET dealer. Prior to your call make sure you have the following information necessary to your warranty claim treatment: •...