Drolet ALASKA 2000 User Manual

INSTALLATION AND
OPERATING MANUAL
OIL BURNING STOVE
ALASKA 2000
Vérified and tested following
CAN/CSA B140.3 et UL 896 standards by:
Fabricated by:
1700 Léon-Harmel Québec, (Québec)
G1N 4R9

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TABLE OF CONTENT

TECHNICAL DATA.........................................................................................................................................1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................................. 2
Locating the stove........................................................................................................................................2
Chimney informations...................................................................................................................................3
Connecting the stove to the chimney...........................................................................................................4
Leveling the unit...........................................................................................................................................5
Fixation of stove to floor...............................................................................................................................5
Connecting stove to oil tank.........................................................................................................................6
Adjusting the draught...................................................................................................................................7
Draught regulator .........................................................................................................................................7
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................................... 8
Combustible .................................................................................................................................................8
Lighting.........................................................................................................................................................8
Changing intensity........................................................................................................................................9
Turning the stove off...................................................................................................................................10
Maintenance...............................................................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting guide................................................................................................................................11
SPARE PARTS.............................................................................................................................................13
W A R R A N T Y...........................................................................................................................................15

TECHNICAL DATA

HIMALAYA OIL BURNING STOVE

COMBUSTIBLE : OIL NO 1 OIL NO 2 HEAT INPUT : kW BTU/h kW BTU/h
Minimum : 4,8 16 600 3,7 12 800 Maximum : 10,7 36 800 10,3 35 550 FLOWRATE : cc/min litres/h cc/min litres/h Minimum : 9,9 0,59 8,5 0,35 maximum : 17,3 1,04 16,1 0,97
MINIMUM DRAUGHT REQUIRED : 0,05 INWC 0,05 INWC EFFICIENCY : % %
with fan : 81,5 76 without fan : 76,5 73
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
Mm in
Back 150 6 Side 150 6 Corners 150 6 Top 915 36
A MINIMUM CLEARANCE OF 9’’ FROM PIPE TO COMBUSTIBLES SHOULD BE ALLOWED.
mm in Height : 800 31 ½ Width : 635 25 Depth : 485 19 1/8 Ø outlet flue pipe : 130 5 Ø burner : 255 10
Glass ( 3 ) : 460 x 280 18 x 11 Weight : 80kg 175 lbs
DIMENSIONS
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

LOCATING THE STOVE

Install the stove as close to the chimney as possible.
Many configuration are possible, the most frequent are illustrated in figures 1,2 and 3.
Respect clearances indicated on page 1. They have been tested according to approvals.
Always respect clearances of stove pipe manufacturers. Larger clearances always prevail.
Figure 1 : CORNER INSTALLATION
Figure 3 : WALL INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: It is essential to ensure that the room were the stove is located is sufficiently ventilated to provide an adequate air supply.
It is possible that if your home is well insulated, that you will have to install an outside fresh air intake.
THE BURNING OF ONE LITRE OF FUEL (OIL) REQUIRES APPROXIMATELY 30 M WILL PRODUCE ABOUT 0.8 KG OF WATER OF WATER VAPOR AND 9 M DIOXIDE AND ATMOSPHERIC NITROGEN. A SOURCE OF AIR FROM THE OUTSIDE IS NEEDED TO REPLACE COMBUSTION AIR. Ref : standard B-139 4.1.4
Figure 2 : PARRALLÈL INSTALLATION
Table 1 : CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
mm in
Back 150 6 Side 150 6 Corners 150 6 Top 915 36
Flue Pipe 230 9
3
OF AIR AND
3
OF CARBONE
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CHIMNEY INFORMATIONS

Before the hook up of the stove, check if the chimney is in good condition and that the quality of the flue will allow a sufficient draught. For a good combustion, refer to the technical data of the stove to know the minimum draught required.
Factory built a type chimney or L type chimney are approved for this unit. The chimney has to be well insulated, a chimney to cold can affect the gas temperature and lower draught effects. Low gases T
5" factory built chimney is required. Using a larger flue tend to expand combustion gas and cools them off witch has for result of lowering the draught effects. Gas expansion reduces the speed of the draught and have the same effects.
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will tend to condense and freeze or leak in your chimney.
When the unit is installed on a masonry chimney witch is often oversize, it’s required to use a
stainless steel liner of 5" diameter inside the existing chimney. ref : B-139 4.2.2.6 standard The chimney has to reach a minimum of 15' high (including stove pipes). The chimney has to
extend not less than 3' above the point it exits the roof and 2' higher than any roof, building other obstacle within a horizontal distance of 10'. ref.: standard B-139 - 4.2.2.11.
CHEMNEY MINMUM HEIGHT : Height of chemney should inferior than 15’ (4.6 m).
CLEARANCES WITH ROOF SUMMIT AND BUILDING NEARBY :
The chimney flue shall extend at least 2’ (0,6 m) above the highest roof surface or structure within 10’ (3,0 m) horizontally of the chimney. ref.: standard B-139 - 4.2.2.11
Figure 4: CHEMNEY MINMUM HEIGHT
CLEARANCE FROM ROOFING INTERSECTION : The chimney flue shall extend at least 3’ (1,0 m) above the highest point at which it comes in contact with the roof. ref.: standard B-139 - 4.2.2.11.
Figure 5: CHIMNEY CLEARANCES
YOUR APPLIANCE SHALL BE CONNECTED TO CHIMNEY HAVING SUFFICIENT DRAUGHT AT ALL TIMES TO ASSURE SAFE AND PROPER OPERATION OF THE BURNER
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CONNECTING THE STOVE TO THE CHIMNEY

The gases are vented from he back of the unit. The female part of the black pipe connector has to be installed toward the flue connector of the stove. Secure all connections with the (3) self taping screws, with 120
The connection between stove pipes and chimney has to be perfectly sealed.
A maximum horizontal lent of 5' is allowed. Make sure to have a 1/4" slope per foot minimum.
Do not use more than two 90
It is strictly forbidden to pass through combustible materials walls, floors and ceilings with stove
pipe connectors. Ref : Standard B-139 4.2.5.5.
DIRECT HORIZONTAL CONNECTION : You may choose to connect your stove to the chimney with an horizontal flue pipe.
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distance between each of them.
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Elbows while connecting the stove to the chimney.
CEILING CONNECTION : In the case where your chimney starts from the ceiling, use one 90º elbow and the necessary straight sections.
Figure 6: HORIZONTAL CONNECTION .
DO NOT CONNECT MORE THAN ONE STOVE TO YOUR CHIMNEY.
FIX FLUE PIPES TOGETHER WITH METAL SCREWS.
MAKE SURE YOU RESPECT A ¼’’ SLOPE PER FOOT OF HORIZONTAL PIPE LENGTH.
RESPECT CAREFULLY CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES PRESCRIBED BY FLUE PIPES MANUFACTURERS.
FLUE PIPES CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES DEPEND ON FLUE PIPES TYPE AND MANUFACTURERS
Figure 7: CEILING CONNECTION .
VERTICAL CONNECTION : IT is recommended to not use more than two (2) 90º elbows and the necessary straight sections to connect your stove to the chimney.
Figure 8: VERTICAL CONNECTION .
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LEVELING THE UNIT

Now that the stove is in place and properly hooked up to the chimney, you have to adjust the level on the burner.
Put the level in the middle of the burner paralleled to the door. (Figure 9A). Screw or unscrew the adjustable legs to level the burner with a 7/16" key.
Put the level in the middle of the burner parallel to the sides. (Figure 9B). Screw or unscrew the adjustable legs to level the burner with a 7/16" key.
IMPORTANT : IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO LEVEL THE BURNER TO ALLOW A PROPER OIL VAPOR DISTRIBUTION THROUGH THE RINGS, AND A BETTER OIL INLET.
Figure 9A: LEVELLING THE BURNER

FIXATION OF STOVE TO FLOOR

The unit has to be stabilized in its location using the two fixation brackets. Install the brackets on the two back adjustable legs. (figure 11)
If the flooring is made of combustible material it would be preferable to install the unit on an non combustible surface covering at least the dimensions of the stove.
Figure 9B: LEVELLING THE BURNER
Figure 10: INSTALLATION OF FIXATION
BRACKETS
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CONNECTING STOVE TO OIL TANK

Make sure that the tank outlet is 12" higher than the inlet of the carburetor. (Gravity fed)
Use only caper piping to connect tank to stove.
Make sure that there is a small slope on the connection from the tank toward the stove.
A 3" down slope is needed on the tank itself, from the outlet towards the other end of the tank.
When the tank is installed outdoors, it is preferable to use oil #1, to avoid viscosity problems.
NOTE : THE BAROMETRIC TANK SHALL BE LOCATED SO THAT THE TANK WILL NOT BE
EXPOSED TO THE DIRECT RAYS OF THE SUN OR BE ADJACENT TO ANY SOURCE OF INTENSE HEAT.
Figure 11 : STOVE AND OIL TANK CONNECTION
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ADJUSTING THE DRAUGHT

Your stove operated with natural draught, created by the ascension of combustion gases in the chimney. This movement creates a siphon effect in the stove and forces ambient air to go in the burner by the holes in its surround. These orifices let air in for combustion.
For the unit to function properly, it is essential to check the quality of the draught using a draught gauge. The draught is usually measured in inches of water column.
Check the minimum draught required of the unit on page 1. The draught required of the unit on page 1. The draught mentioned has to be reached rapidly at a minimum settling (position #1).
Depending on the model, the draught can be taken by the orifice on the cooking surface. The measure can also be taken by the orifice on the draught regulator usually plugged by a rubber cap. The orifice on the cooking surface is still the best area.
IMPORTANT : ALWAYS MEASURE THE DRAUGHT WITH ALL VENTILATION EQUIPMENT INSTALLED IN THE HOUSE (RANGE HOOD, BATHROOM FAN, AIR EXCHANGER, DRYER, ETC IN OPERATION.) ref. : standard CAN/CSA B-139 art. 4.1.5.

DRAUGHT REGULATOR

An excessive draught is as bad as a draught to low.
The regulator controls the draught when it is excessive (in high winds for exemple).
If the draught exceeds 0.08 in of water column, you will have to adjust the regulator.
To adjust the draught you have to screw or unscrew the counterweight on the regulator. Regulator open lowers the draught regulator closed increases the draught.
THE ONLY RIGHT WAY OF MEASURING THE DRAUGHT IS TO USE A DRAUGHT GAUGE THAT GIVES A READING IN INCHES OF WATER COLUMN. ALL OTHER METHOD (CANDLE, MATCHES, ETC.) ARE UNRELIABLE.
INSTALLATION OF YOUR STOVE HAS TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CAN/CSA B-139 INSTALLATION CODE FOR OIL-BURNING EQUIPMENT IN CANADA AND STANDARD NFPA 31 NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION STANDARD FOR OIL-BURNING EQUIPMENT IN THE U.S..
THE INSTALLATION SHALL BE MADE BY A QUALIFIED PERSON MEMBER OF THE CORPORATION IN FORCE IN YOUR AREA.
Figure 12: DRAUGHT REGULATOR
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

COMBUSTIBLE

Your stove has been design to work with oil #1 or #2. DO NOT USE GASOLINE, CRANKCASE OIL OR ANY OIL CONTAINING GASOLINE. Drolet Stoves & Fireplaces declines all responsibility regarding damage cause by using other combustibles.
Best results are obtained when using oil #1. Make sure to use oil without impurities wich may plug
filters and valve’s orifice. Impurities only give an improper combustion.

LIGHTING

BEFORE LIGHTING
make sure that :
The tank is full; The isolating valve is open;
See that the (3) rings are in the right position. Each of them are stamped A, B and C (figure 13).
Make sure that the flow regulating handle is in the « 0 » position (figure 14b).
If it’s not already done, arm down the valve’s lever located behind the stove (figure 14A).
Wait for the valve to fill up and let the level stabilize.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO LIGHT YOUR STOVE, MAKE SURE THAT THE FLOW REGULATING HANDLE IS IN THE 0 POSITION.
Figure 13: RINGS POSITION
Figure 14B: CONSTANT LEVEL FLOW CONTROL VALVE (CARBURATOR)
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Figure 14B: ARMING / DEARMING FLOW
CONTROL VALVE (CARBURATOR).
LIGHTING (CONT’D)
Place the flow regulating handle on the "1" position, as soon as the oil enters the burner return to "0" position.
Open the door and pore into the burner 2 to 3 once (75 ml) of lighting gel or wood alcohol.
NOTE : USE OF LIGHTING GEL IS BETTER OF A SAFE IGNITION.
With a long wood match or a BBQ lighter ignite carefully and close the door.
After a couple of minutes (before alcohol goes out) the burner and the chimney are hot,
place the flow regulator handle on "1" position.
Note : Do not leave matches or other materials in the burner in order to keep it clean. It allows a better combustion.
IF YOU MISS THE STOVE’S LIGHTING, ALWAYS WAIT FOR THE BURNER TO COOL DOWN TO ROOM TEMPERATURE BEFORE USING BURNING ALCOHOL AGAIN OR ELSE, USE COMMERCIAL LIGHTING MATERIAL (SOLID) OR A PIECE OF COTTON DAMPED IN OIL.
IF, FURTHER TO SOME MISOPERATION, THE BURNER IS FILLED WITH IMPORTANT QUANTITIES OF OIL, ALL OF THE OIL MUST FIRST BE REMOVED BEFORE LIGHTING THE STOVE AGAIN.

CHANGING INTENSITY

Always wait 10 minutes minimum before increasing the flow (between each position). This allows
flames to stabilize and avoid suiting up. No waiting is needed to decrease the flow.
Cette précaution n’est cependant pas nécessaire pour diminuer le débit de carburant.
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TURNING THE STOVE OFF

Set the flow regulating handle to position 0.
If you plan to keep the stove off for a long while, it is recommended to disarm the valve’s lever and
close the tap on the pipe between the stove and your oil tank. (See TOP VIEW above). ALWAYS KEEP THE VALVE SHUT OFF WHEN THE BURNER IS NOT OPERATING

MAINTENANCE

ONCE A WEEK :
Clean the oil inlet tube of the burner with the cleaning tee :
Push in the rod of the cleaning tee while
turning it
Move back and forth operation 2 or 3
times;
Pull it back into place to finish the
operation.
WHEN YOUR STOVE IS RUNNING, ALWAYS KEEP THE CLEANING TEE LEVER PULLED BACK INTO PLACE.
ONCE A MONTH OR TWO :
Clean with a metallic brush :
The burner’s shell;
The burner’s rings;
The burner’s catalyst (in blue flame model).
AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH HEATING SEASON :
Clean the valve and tank filters;
Inspect the smoke box through the opening of the rear flue outlet.;
Clean the chimney and flue pipe.
MAKE SURE THAT ALL HAND VALVES ARE CLOSED BEFORE CLEANING PROCEDURES.
WHEN NEEDED :
Clean the glass door and gaskets.
The glasses have to be cleaned only when the stove is cold. Use commercial product for this
purpose, or a water and vinegar solution.
Figure 15 : CLEANING TEE
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PROBLEMS
ON POSITION 6 (MAXIMUM) THE FLAME IS LONG AND SMOKY, THERE IS SUIT BUILD UPON THE GLASS
ON POSITION 1 (MINIMUM) THE FLAME PRODUCES SMOKE AND SUITS THE GLASS
ON POSITION 1 (MINIMUM) THE FLAME PRODUCES SMOKE AND SUITS THE GLASS

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

CAUSES
Position 6 was reached too quickly.
Maximum flow is too high 1. Set flow to a lower position
Cleaning tee and/or burner are dirty
Orifice of plunger is partially plugged.
Flow is to low 1. Slightly increase the flow
1. Set flow regulating handle
2. wait for combustion to
3. Progressively increase flow NOTE : SEE LIGHTING
PROCEDURES.
2. Call a qualified technician
1. Activate cleaning tee
2. Schedule at the next shut
1. Progressively increase flow
2. Push in manual
NOTE : If the problem persist, you may have to remove and clean out the valve with alcohol. Call your specialized technician.
2. Call a specialized
SOLUTION
to position 1. stabilize. to desired position.
to adjust the valve.
according to procedures off to clean the burner.
to position 6. consecutive times on the
thermostatique regulator bottom to remove dirt form the orifice.
regulating handle. technician.
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PROBLEMS
THE FLAME PRODUCES SMOKE, IN ANY POSITION
FLAME GOES OUT TO ITSELF
THE STOVE MAKES NOISE, GOES OUT AND LIGHT UP AGAIN
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
CAUSES
Door gasket is not selling properly
The burner orifices are plugged up
Draught is too low 1. Make it checked by a
Oil level in the tank is too low Air pocket is stocked in the oil
line
Oil #2 is used in exterior tank 1. Use only oil #1 when tank is
Partial or total obstruction by impurities in oil line or filters
The stove has been lit while excess of oil was in the burner
1. Tighten door by turning
2. Check if gasket needs to be
1. Clean the burner with a
1. Fill up the tank.
1. Call a technician to the line
2. Make sure that the oil line
1. Check filters on tank and
2. Ask a technician if the
1. Position the flow regulating
2. Let the stove cool down.
3. Clean the burner if Note : Never light the stove
when the burner is full of oil. Sponge the oil out before lighting.
SOLUTION
counter clockwise the door handle.
changed.
metallic brush.
technician
has an adequate slope towards the tank.
installed outside.
valve. cleanness of the tank and
line is OK.
handle to 0.
necessary.
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SPARE PARTS

After years of use, if you need to replace some parts, please contact your SUPPLIER or one of our Drolet approved DEALERS.
Give him product data as displayed in your warranty voucher or on your appliance’s name plate at the rear. Keep the warranty voucher even after its EXPIRY date.
Our dealers are in possession of all spare parts nomenclatures and technical data about our products, and will provide you with the spare parts you need and any maintenance intervention within the scope of their professional competence.
O
N
DESCRIPTION CODE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
Handle............................................................................................................................3-132
Door.............................................................................................................................2-9917
Asbestos sealing joint for window panes...................................................................3-40015
Pyrex slivers ..............................................................................................................3-60007
Door frame..............................................................................................................2-9917-01
Asbestos sealing joint for door ..................................................................................3-40025
Lower front grill ............................................................................................................2-9352
Top front grill................................................................................................................2-9965
Side panels (2).............................................................................................................2-9950
Cover support system.............................................................................................2-9901-02
Fan control.................................................................................................................3-44080
Thermo disc...............................................................................................................3-44044
Draught regulator.......................................................................................................3-60003
Fan.............................................................................................................................3-44070
Fan.............................................................................................................................3-60000
Valve support...............................................................................................................2-9958
Valve heat shield .........................................................................................................2-9911
18 19 20 21
22
Valve side shield.....................................................................................................2-9911-02
Pot liner........................................................................................................................2-9953
Cleaning tee...............................................................................................................
Burner (pot)................................................................................................................3-60001
Burner rings (top, middle and bottom).........................................................................2-9957
3-60002
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W A R R A N T Y

The Drolet Stoves & Fireplaces warranty applies to the original buyer only. This warranty may not be transferred to a second person and becomes effective on the date of purchase. Proof of purchase is necessary to validate the warranty and to establish the warranty coverage period.
The warranty is conditional to normal residential use of the product. Any use other than that for which the product was intended will invalidate the warranty. The warranty covers repairs and (or) parts replacement under the terms established by Drolet Stoves & Fireplaces.
PRODUCT FIREBOX PAINT COMPONENT Wood (except Hunter) GAS
OIL GODIN EXTERIOR FIREPLACE HUNTER
FIREBOX AND PAINT The warranty covers manufacturer defects and materials.
COMPONENTS The following components are covered by the one-year warranty as follows:
Woodstoves : Ceramic glass, refractory bricks, gasket, blower, thermo disc and rheostat.
Gas units : Ceramic glass, valve, burner, piezo ignitor, pilot, blower and thermo disc.
Drolet Oil Stoves : Burner, valve , Burner rings, cleaning tee and electrical components.
EXCLUSIONS This warranty will not cover labour costs or any costs related to damages caused by faulty installation, repairs, abusive use or wrong usage of the product, either by a contractor, a service representative or the buyer himself.
All defects or damages caused by the use of parts other than Drolet Stoves & Fireplaces original parts automatically cancels the warranty.
Drolet Stoves & Fireplaces cannot be held responsible of any claims whatsoever, other than the replacement of the parts themselves.
How can we resolve your claims ?
Drolet Stoves & Fireplaces will honour F.O.B. plant (collect) parts replacement for defective parts. Before sending back products or components to our office, you must be given an authorization
number from our representative or your dealer.
5 years 1 year 1 year 5 years 1 year 1 year
5 years 1 year 1 year 5 years 1 year 1 year
1 year N/A N/A
N/A N/A N/A
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