Quadra-Fire 2100-I, 3100-I Installation, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

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 Close attention to fire protection is required when installing your insert. If this unit is not properly

installed a house fire may result. For your safety, follow the installation instructions and contact local

building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.  Never use gasoline or similar liquids to start a fire in this unit. Keep all such liquids well away from stove.  If any part of the stove starts to glow during operation, the stove is in an overfired condition. Close the air controls completely until the glowing has stopped. OVERFIRING VOIDS WARRANTY.  Cool ashes should be disposed of carefully- using a metal container.  Do not burn wet or green wood. Store wood in a dry location.  Do not burn garbage, treated wood, or wood with salt (driftwood, etc.).  Do not permit creosote or soot to accumulate excessively in the chimney or inside the firebox.  Check your chimney system thoroughly when installing into an existing metal or masonry chimney. Seek

professional advice if in doubt about its condition.  Do not connect this unit to a chimney flue already serving another appliance.  Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as shown in this manual.  Build fire on brick firebox floor - Do not use grates and irons or other methods to support the fuel.  Install insert so it can be removed for cleaning and inspection.  Hot while in operation. Keep children, clothing and furniture away. Contact can cause skin burns.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

Quick Reference Symbols

OPERATING TIPS & PROCEDURES

CAUTION AND WARNING !

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE TIPS

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome ........................................................................................... 4

Dimensions ........................................................................................... 5

Safety Labels ......................................................................................... 6

Component Parts Diagram .................................................................... 8

Clearances to Combustibles .................................................................. 9

Hearth Requirements ............................................................................. 9

INSTALLATION

Recommendations ............................................................. 10

Canadian ........................................................................... 10

General Procedures Listing ............................................... 11

Unpacking/Use of Leveling Bolts..................................... 11

Blower Assembly .............................................................. 12

Panel Set............................................................................ 13

Face Trim .......................................................................... 13

Door Handle ...................................................................... 13

Chimney Requirements..................................................... 14

MASONRY FIREPLACE ................................................ 16

METAL HEAT EXCHANGER ........................................ 18

FACTORY BUILT FIREPLACE (Zero Clearance) ......... 18

OPERATION

Wood Selection ................................................................. 20

Overfiring.......................................................................... 20

Building a fire ................................................................... 20

Obtaining Burn Rates........................................................ 21

Fan Operation.................................................................... 22

MAINTENANCE

Gold Plated Surfaces ......................................................... 22

Glass.................................................................................. 22

Glass Replacement ............................................................ 22

Chimney ............................................................................ 23

Ash Removal..................................................................... 23

Firebrick ............................................................................ 23

Baffle Removal & Installation............................................................... 24

Air Quality and the Quadra-Fire Insert.................................................. 26

Warranty ........................................................................................... 27

CONTENTS

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WELCOME !

Aladdin Hearth Products welcomes you to our tradition of excellence! In choosing a Quadra-Fire appliance, you have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and performance.

This commitment begins with our research of the market, including ‘Voice of the Customer’ contacts, ensuring we make products that will satisfy your needs. Our Research and Development facility then employs the world’s most advanced technology to achieve the optimum operation of our stoves, inserts and fireplaces. And yet we are old-fashioned when it comes to craftsmanship. During manufacturing each unit is meticulously fabricated and gold surfaces are hand-finished for lasting beauty and enjoyment. Our pledge to quality is completed as each model undergoes a quality control inspection. Additionally, we feel it is important to offer you several finishing options and accessories to compliment your home’s décor, individualize the use of your appliance, and provide financial options in acquiring a quality hearth appliance. Ask your Quadra-Fire Dealer for information on these options. From design, to fabrication, to shipping: Our guarantee of quality is more than a word, it’s Quadra-Fire tradition, and we proudly back this tradition with a Lifetime

Warranty.

Prior to installation, we ask you to take a few moments to read this manual. It has been our experience that your overall enjoyment of your new appliance will be greatly enhanced by becoming familiar with its’ installation, operation and maintenance requirements. We wish you and your family many years of enjoyment in the warmth and comfort of your hearth appliance. Thank you for choosing Quadra-Fire.

With warm regards,

President V.P. Research & Development

Controller Operations Manager V.P. Sales & Marketing

Western Sales Manager Central Sales Manager Eastern Sales Manager

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3100-I, shown with optional gold accent door and gold accent louvered sides

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DIMENSIONS

MODEL 2100-I

SIDE VIEWTOP VIEW

10 15/16 (279 mm)

25 1/16 (637 mm)

20 1/4 (514 mm)

33 7/16 (850 mm)

14 1/14 (362 mm)

19 7/16 (495 mm)

MODEL 3100-I

DIMENSIONS

22 3/4 (578 mm)

18 3/8 (468 mm)

2 11/16 (69 mm)

25 3/4 (654 mm)

11 11/16 (297 mm)

27 1/4 (698 mm)

22 3/8 (583 mm)

5 3/4

10 15/16 (279 mm)

39 7/8 (1012 mm)

22 3/4 (576 mm)

2 11/16 (43 mm)

(152 mm)

13 13/16 (354 mm)

21 7/16 (546 mm)

25 9/16 (650 mm)

11 11/16 (295 mm)

20 7/16 (519 mm)

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CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND

INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN YOUR AREA

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MANUFACTURED BY:

Listed solid fuel heater for installation in masonry or factory bult fireplaces.

LISTED TO: UL 1482, ULC S628

TYPE OF FUEL: SOLID WOOD ONLY

PREVENT HOUSE FIRES Install and use only in accordance with manufacturers installation, venting and operating instructions. Do not remove bricks or mortar from masonry fireplace. Install only on a non-combustible hearth. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspections in your area.

Do not connect this unit to a chimney serving another appliance.

When used as a masonry insert stove, install only in a masonry fireplace built to UBC Chapter 37. Do not remove brick or mortar to accommodate insert. Installation requires minimum of a starter pipe into existing chimney with an airtight face seal.

Operate only with doors closed. Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic available from your dealer.

Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials (in inches)

Approved for installation and use in factory built zeroclearance fireplaces conforming to minimum fire chamber specifications.

Components required for installation: positive or direct flue connection assembly or listed vent liner. Inspect and clean vent system frequently in accordance with manufacturers instructions.

In Canada a full length S635 flue liner is required.

For use with solid wood fuel only. Do not use grate or elevate fire. Build wood fire directly on hearth.

Route power cord away from unit. Do not route cord over or under appliance.

DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Disconnect power supply before servicing.

Optional component: Blower Assembly: Part #831-0911 Electrical Rating: 115 VAC, .6 Amps, 60 Hz.

MANTEL

Install insert with a mimimum of 26 clearance to combustible sidewall, 10 to side and 14 to top trim, 22 from top of insert to mantel. Floor protector must be 3/8 mimimum non-combustible material or equivalent, extending 16 in front and 8 to both sides.

SAFETY LABELS

Certified to comply with July 1990 particulate emissions standards.

1999 2000 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec.

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INSERT

HEARTH EXTENSION

INSTALLATION A B C D E F

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U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

Date of Manufacture

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MANUFACTURED BY:

SAFETY LABELS

Listed solid fuel heater for installation in masonry or factory bult fireplaces.

LISTED TO: UL 1482, ULC S628

TYPE OF FUEL: SOLID WOOD ONLY

Do not connect this unit to a chimney serving another appliance.

Operate only with doors closed. Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic available from your dealer.

Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials (in inches)

Install insert with a mimimum of 32 clearance to combustible sidewall, 10 to side and 14 to top trim, 22 from top of insert to mantel. Floor protector must be 3/8 mimimum non-combustible material or equivalent, extending 16 in front and 8 to both sides.

Approved for installation and use in factory built zeroclearance fireplaces conforming to minimum fire chamber specifications.

Components required for installation: positive or direct flue connection assembly or listed vent liner. Inspect and clean vent system frequently in accordance with manufacturers instructions.

In Canada a full length S635 flue liner is required.

For use with solid wood fuel only. Do not use grate or elevate fire. Build wood fire directly on hearth.

Route power cord away from unit. Do not route cord over or under appliance.

DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Disconnect power supply before servicing.

Optional component: Blower Assembly: Part #831-1101 Electrical Rating: 115 VAC, .6 Amps, 60 Hz.

MANTEL

INSERT

INSTALLATION A B C D E F

UNITED STATES 32 22 14 10 16 8 CANADA 32 27 14 12 16 8

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

Certified to comply with July 1990 particulate emissions standards.

1999 2000 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec.

Date of Manufacture

HEARTH EXTENSION

815mm 685mm 355mm 305mm 405mm 200mm

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COMPONENT PARTS DIAGRAM

COMPONENTS

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CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES

UNITED STATES INSTALLATION

MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES IN INCHES

MODEL INSTALLATION A B C D E F 2100-I Masonry or Heat Exchanger 26 22 14 10 16 8

Zero Clearance 26 22 14 10 16 8

3100-I Masonry or Heat Exchanger 32 22 14 10 16 8

Zero Clearance 32 22 14 10 16 8

CLEARANCES

NOTE: When installing into a masonry fireplace, the fireplace must be built to UBC Chapter 37 standards. Do not remove brick or mortar from masonry fireplace to accommodate insert.The permanent metal warning plate label provided must be attached to the back of the fireplace stating the fireplace may have been altered to accomodate the insert and must be returned to original condition for use as a conventional fireplace.

INSTALLATION IN CANADA

MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES

IN INCHES & MILLIMETERS

MODEL INSTALLATION A B C D E F 2100-I Masonry or Heat Exchanger 32 27 14 12 16 8

815mm 685mm 355mm 305mm 405mm 200mm

3100-I Masonry or Heat Exchanger 32 27 14 12 16 8

815mm 685mm 355mm 305mm 405mm 200mm

HEARTH REQUIREMENTS

There must be 3/8 minimum non-combustible material or equivalent extending 16 in front of insert and 8 to both sides. If the hearth extension is lower than the fireplace opening, the portion of the insert extending onto the hearth requires support. Manufacturer support kits can be ordered by the necessary adjustment size.

ADJUSTMENT 2100-I PART # 3100-I PART #

2 - 4 831-1370 831-1400 4 - 7 831-1380 831-1410 7 - 10 831-1390 831-1420

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