Drolet HT1600 User Manual

US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED

WOODSTOVES

Vérified and tested following

ULC S627 et UL 1482 Standards by:

OWNER`S MANUAL

DROLET EPA WOODSTOVES

HT-1600 & HT-2000

Revised: August 27th, 2010 45060A

READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE

250, rue de Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec) G3A 2H3

Manufactured by: STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC.

Tel.: 418 878-3040 Fax: 418 878-3001

www.drolet.ca

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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to show evidence of the date you purchased your

stove. Keep your sales invoice. We also

recommend that you register your warranty online

www.drolet.ca

Registering your warranty online will help us track

rapidly the information we need on your stove.

INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................... 2

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................ 3

TIPS ON WOOD HEATING ................................................................................................... 4

ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................................ 5

PEDESTAL AND DECORATIVE SIDEWALL INSTALLATION .......................................... 5

BRICKS AND INSULATION INSTALLATION (HT-1600) ................................................... 6

BRICK AND INSULATION INSTALLATION (HT-2000) ...................................................... 7

AIR TUBES INSTALLATION (HT-2000): ............................................................................ 8

DOOR ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................................ 9

THE BENEFITS OF INSTALLING A BLOWER.................................................................... 10

INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................... 11

POSITIONING THE STOVE ............................................................................................. 11

FLOOR PROTECTOR ...................................................................................................... 12

CLEARANCES ................................................................................................................. 13

REDUCED CLEARANCES ............................................................................................... 14

CHIMNEY ......................................................................................................................... 18

CHIMNEY CONNECTOR (STOVE PIPE) ........................................................................ 19

TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS .............................................................................................. 20

WOODSTOVE UTILIZATION .............................................................................................. 25

TESTING YOUR WOOD .................................................................................................. 26

THE FIRST FIRES ............................................................................................................ 26

IGNITION .......................................................................................................................... 26

HEATING .......................................................................................................................... 27

RELOADING ..................................................................................................................... 28

CREOSOTE FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL ................................................. 28

ASH DISPOSAL ............................................................................................................... 29

MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................... 30

GLASS .............................................................................................................................. 30

GASKETING ................................ ................................ ..................................................... 30

PAINT ............................................................................................................................... 30

DROLET LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ......................................................................... 31

INTRODUCTION

SBI INC., one of the most important wood stove and fireplace manufacturers in Canada,

congratulates you on your purchase and wishes to help you get maximum satisfaction from your wood stove. In the pages that follow, we will give you advice on wood heating and controlled combustion as well as technical specifications regarding installation, operation and maintenance of the model you have chosen.

The instructions pertaining to the installation of your wood stove comply with ULC-S627 and UL-1482 standards.

Read this entire manual before you install and use your new stove. If this stove is not properly installed, a house fire may result. To reduce the risk of fire, follow the installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.

Consult your municipal building department or fire officials about restrictions and installations requirements in your area and the need to obtain a permit.

Keep this instructions manual for future references.

CAUTIONS:

HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY

CAUSE SKIN BURNS.

DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO IGNITE THE FIRE. DO NOT LEAVE THE STOVE UNATTENDED WHEN THE DOOR IS SLIGHTLY OPENED. DO NOT BURN WASTES, FLAMMABLE FLUID SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA OR MOTOR OIL. DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM. ALWAYS CLOSE THE DOOR AFTER THE IGNITION.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

HT-1600

HT-2000

Combustion Type:

Wood

Recommended Surface

900 to 1 800 ft2

1 000 to 2 400 ft2

Heating Capacity* : E.P.A :

40 000 BTU/h

60 200 BTU/h

Real :

70 000 BTU/h

95 000 BTU/h

Optimum Efficiency :

76%

78%

Average Emission:

3,3 g/h

3,8 g/h

Colour :

Metallic Black

Flue Pipe Diameter :

6’’ (152 mm)

Chimney type :

2 100°F (650 °C)

Minimum Chimney Height :

12’ (3,66 m)

Maximum Log Length :

18’’ (457 mm)

19’’ (483 mm)

Dimensions

Overall:

On Pedestal Model :

W x D x H

25 1/8 x 26 ½ x 32 5/8‘’

(638 x 673 x 828mm)

W x D x H

28 3/8 x 29 ½ x 34 3/8

(721 x 749 x 873mm)

Combustion Chamber : Width x Depth :

Volume :

18 ¼ x 15 ¼’’

(464 x 387 mm)

2,5 pi3 (0,07 m3)

22 ½ x 18’’ (572 x 457 mm) 3,4 pi3 (0,09 m3)

Door Opening : Width x Height :

17 ¾ x 9 1/8'’

(425 x 222 mm)

17 3/4 x 9 1/8

(450 x 234 mm)

Pyroceram Glass Door :

Width x Height :

16 ¼ x 9 ½’’

(432 x 267 mm)

16 1/4 x 9 1/2

(413 x 241 mm)

Mass:

420 lbs (190 Kg)

560 lbs (254 Kg)

OPTIONS

Blower 75 CFM (2,83 m3/min) with variable speed control

Yes

Thermodisc 100-120oF (37-490C).

Yes

*Why is the BTU indicated on the EPA label smaller than the one advertised?

You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the glass and

the BTU as advertised on our web site and/or product literature. The maximum BTU output we advertise for this unit is what will be obtained with a full load of seasoned cordwood inserted inside the firebox. The EPA output, on the other hand, is what has been obtained during emissions testing. The EPA test procedure requires that a special type of wood be used and positioned inside the firebox in a manner that does not represent the way the firebox volume would normally be utilized using seasoned cordwood. The EPA test load is typically much smaller. Hence, the BTU as per the EPA label is reduced. The BTU output that should be considered by a normal user is the one we advertise for seasoned cordwood.

TIPS ON WOOD HEATING

Wood is a renewable energy. It is also a very clean heat source when used with appliances that are certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), a standard accepted in Canada as well.

EPA-certified wood stoves are different than conventional wood stoves. Burning with an EPA-certified wood stove may therefore require that you modify some of your heating habits. To get the most satisfaction out of your new wood-heating system, please make sure you go through the following check list.

 The chimney is the engine that drives the wood-heating system. Use a chimney that

is UL-listed, with an inner diameter to match the stove’s outlet collar (6” for all Drolet wood stoves);

 Try to run the chimney inside the building for as much length as you can. A tall and

warm chimney will produce a good draft;

 Try to install your chimney straight up and avoid 90 degree turns in the flue pipe and

offsets in the chimney;

 Make sure that the chimney is tall enough and its top is clear of obstacles so it can

produce a stable draft;

 Use a chimney thermometer installed at a distance of approximately 18 inches on the

flue pipe above the stove. Flue gases should reach at least 350oF before you close

the stove’s primary air intake completely. Operate your unit within the comfort zone

indicated on the thermometer;

 To reduce the risk of smoke spillage into the room upon reloading your stove, leave

the primary air intake completely open for a few minutes. This will heat up the chimney and build up draft before you open the stove door;

 Maximize hot air circulation! Our wood stoves are designed to easily receive a

variable speed blower that will improve heat distribution in front of the stove;

 Remember that wood stoves produce radiant heat. Since heat rises, the use of floor

traps will greatly improve the heat transfer to rooms upstairs;

 Use a mobile home approved stove if you are going to install your wood-heating

system in a mobile home. A fresh air kit must be connected to the stove. Never install your wood stove in a bedroom;

 Burn only dry cordwood;  Make sure you have a good bed of red coals before you load your stove with logs

exceeding 3 inches in diameter;

 Read and keep you owner’s manual. It will provide you with tips on how to run a

successful wood-heating system.

ASSEMBLY

Pedestal Installation :

1. Remove all bricks and insulations in the appliance.

2. Slowly, lay down the stove on his back.

3. Install legs or the pedestal with the supplied nuts and bolts. Stand up the stove and place it with the required clearances. Note that there is eight holes in the bottom of the stove but only four will align with the pedestal.

4. Slide the front part of the pedestal base around the pedestal and fix the rear part with the two supplied screws.

5. Slide the ash pan in position

Figure 1: HT-2000

PEDESTAL AND DECORATIVE SIDEWALL INSTALLATION

BRICKS AND INSULATION INSTALLATION (HT-1600)

Nbr.

Description

Qty

1 ¼” x 4 ½” x 9”

1 ¼” x 4 ½” x 8 3/16"

1 3 1 ¼” x 6” x 7"

2 4 ASH CAP (SE09224)

1 ¼” x 3” x 9"

2 6 ISOLATOR (9 ½" x 12" )

2 7 SUPPORT (SE09242)

1. Remove from the stove all bricks and insulation.

2. Install all side bricks (11 x 4 1/2" x 9" & 1 x 4 ½” x 8 3/16") as shown in drawing below.

3. Install the back bricks (6 x 4 1/2" x 9")

4. Install the bottom bricks (4 x 4 1/2" x 9") + (2 x 6 " x 8") and the ash cap.

5. Install the "T" shape support.

6. Install the baffle bricks (4 x 4 1/2" x 9") + (2 x 3" x 9") on T shape support.

7. Finally, gently slide the insulation panels over the baffle bricks.

Figure 2: HT-1600 Refractory Bricks Assembly

BRICK AND INSULATION INSTALLATION (HT-2000)

The stove is normally supplied with secondary air tubes in position. To install the baffle bricks and white ceramic insulation, it’s necessary to remove the two front secondary air tubes. First place only one baffle brick and one white ceramic insulation. Use the same method to put the other baffle brick and insulation. Put back in place the secondary air tubes.

Install the yellow insulation and the 6" x 8" or 6" x 6" bricks. Install the side and bottom bricks.

Figure 3: HT-2000 Refractory Bricks Assembly

The baffle on the left is not positionned correctly. The baffle on the right is positionned perfectly. It must be ontop of the bricks and at the rear of the unit.

AIR TUBES INSTALLATION (HT-2000):

The secondary air tubes are painted different colours . The back tube is yellow, the middle on is red and the front is unpainted. Before installing, make sure the locating holes in the tubes (holes near one end of the tube) are on the left side. Insert one tube in the right side air channel and slide it to the right as much as possible. Bring the left end of the tube aligned with the ring welded to the left air channel. Move the tube to the left until the locating holes are aligned with those in the ring. Insert a cutter pin to hold in place. The air injection holes should be facing down in the front and middle tubes.

Figure 4: Air Tubes Installation

DOOR ADJUSTMENT

In order for your stove to operate properly, the door should be adjusted periodically to provide an air tight fit. To adjust:

Remove the lock pin (spring pin) by pulling and turning it using pliers ("wise grip") Turn the handle counter clock wise one turn to increase pressure Re-install the lock pin (spring pin) with a small hammer

Figure 5: Door Adjustment

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