Quadra-Fire CONTOUR User Manual
CONTOUR PELLET STOVE
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Tested and
Listed by
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Oregon USA
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT! Record serial number of your stove on the warranty card and mail immediately.
The serial number is located on the safety label afxed behind the left side curtain on
the outside of hopper wall.
Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel room heater.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
1. When installing your stove, particular attention should be paid to re protection. If this unit is not properly installed, a house
re may result. For your safety, follow the installation instructions, and contact local building or re ofcials about restrictions
and installation inspection required in your area.
2. Read power supply section of component information (page 15) before you plug in the stove.
3. Always unplug the stove before cleaning or servicing.
4. During operation, if any part of the stove starts to glow, the stove is in an overred condition. Reduce the feed rate and increase
the amount of air going into the stove. OVERFIRING VOIDS WARRANTY.
5. Do not install a ue damper in the exhaust venting system of this unit.
6. Do not connect the stove to a chimney ue already serving another appliance.
7. Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter uid, or similar liquids to start or freshen up a re in
this heater. Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while it is in use.
8. The stove operates with a negative pressure rebox and a positive pressure exhaust. It is imperative that the chimney system
be airtight and installed correctly.
9. Dispose of all ashes in a metal container.
10. Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as shown on page 5.
11. The Quadra-Fire Contour is tested and approved for pelleted biomass fuel or shelled eld corn only. Burning of any other
type of fuel voids your warranty!
12. Aladdin Hearth Products, manufacturer of the Contour pellet stove, reserves the right to alter its products, their specications
and/or price without notice.
13. ALADDIN HEARTH PRODUCTS, GRANTS NO WARRANTY, IMPLIED OR STATED, FOR THE INSTALLATION OR
MAINTENANCE OF THIS UNIT AND ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE(S).
PRIOR TO FIRST FIRE: Remove all labels from glass. Clean gold surfaces with a glass cleanser and soft cloth
to prevent staining from ngerprint oils.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Contour Pellet Stove
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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 replaces. And yet we are old-fashioned when it comes to craftsmanship.
During manufacturing each unit is meticulously fabricated and gold surfaces are hand-nished 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 nishing options and accessories to compliment your home’s décor, individualize the use of your appliance,
and provide nancial 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,
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MODEL NAME
Serial Number
Date Purchased
Dealership Where Purchased
Dealer Phone
Additional Information:
AFTER COMPLETING YOUR WARRANTY CARD, ATTACH
YOUR SALES RECEIPT AND WARRANTY STUB HERE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CONTOUR Pellet Stove
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Safety Label......................................................... 4
Safety Label Location.............................................4
Clearances to Combustibles................................ 5
Floor Protection Requirements............................ 5
Listings and Specications .................................. 5
Dimensions.......................................................... 5
Chimney and Exhaust Connections .................... 6
Venting Termination Requirements...................... 6
Venting Graph and Pipe Table ............................. 6
Venting Systems
A. Alcove...................................................... 7
B. Through the Wall...................................... 7
C. Vertical..................................................... 8
D. Through the Wall and Vertical .................. 8
E. Masonry................................................... 8
F. Alternate masonry.................................... 8
Top Vent Adapter ................................................. 9
Feed Adjustment Instructions.............................. 9
Log Placement Instructions ................................. 10
Mobile Home Installation ..................................... 11
Thermostat Installation ........................................ 11
Operating Instructions ......................................... 11-12
Cleaning and Maintenance.................................. 13-14
Component Information....................................... 15-17
Troubleshooting ................................................... 18-20
Wiring Harness.................................................... 20
Outside Air Kit Installation Instructions ................ 21
Trim Ring Installation Instructions........................ 22-23
Gold Grille Installation Instructions ...................... 23
Exhaust Blower Replacement Instructions .......... 24
Feed Motor Replacement Instructions................. 24
Rear Screen Replacement Instructions............... 25
Top Bafe Removal Instructions .......................... 25
Accessories and Service Parts............................ 26
Warranty.............................................................. 27
Warranty card...................................................... Insert
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Note 1: In residential installations, when using parts #811-0860, (3" - 3" Top Vent Adapter) and #812-3570 (3" - 6" Offset Adapter), 24
gauge 6" single wall flue connector may be used.
Note 2: In manufactured home installation, when using part #811-0860, (3" - 3" Top Vent Adapter) and #812-3570 (3' - 6" Offset
Adapter), use listed double wall flue connector. An Outside Air Kit (#811-0871), must be used with manufactured home installation.
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OMNI-Test Labs, Inc.
Beaverton, OR
Report No. 061-S-20-2
Model:
QUADRA-FIRE CONTOUR
Serial No.
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OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
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Room Heater Pellet Fuel BurningType
Also for use in Mobile Homes. This pellet burning appliance has been tested and listed
for use in Manufactured Homes in accordance with
OAR 814-23-900 through 814-23-909
1445 North Highway
Colville, WA 99114
'PREVENT HOUSE FIRES"
Install and use only in accordance with manufacturer's
installation and operating instructions. Contact Local
Building or Fire Officials About Restrictions and
Inspection in Your Area.
WARNING - FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES: Do not install
appliance in a sleeping room. An outside combustion air
inlet must be provided. The structural integrity of the
manufactured home floor, ceiling and walls must be
maintained.
Refer to manufacturer's instructions and local codes for
precautions required for passing chimney through a
combustible wall or ceiling. Inspect and clean exhaust
venting system frequently in accordance with
manufacturer's instructions.
Use a 3" or 4" diameter type "L" or "PL" venting system.
Do not connect this unit to a chimney flue servicing
another appliance.
Tested to:
ASTM E 1509, and ULC-C1482-M1990 Room Heater
Pellet Fuel Burning type (UM) 84-HUD
Input Rating Max 4 lb. fuel/hr.
Electrical Rating: 115 VAC, 60 Hz,
Start 4.1 Amps, Run 1.1 AMPS.
Route power cord away from unit
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Disconnect power
supply before servicing.
Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic available from
your dealer
To start, set thermostat above room temperature, the
stove will light automatically. To shutdown, set
thermostat to below room temperature. For further
instruction refer to owner's manual.
Keep viewing and ash removal doors tightly closed
during operation.
Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials
U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
This model is exempt from EPA certification under 40 CFR 60.531 by definition [Wood Heater (A) "Air-to-Fuel Ratio"].
Date of Manufacture
DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL MADE IN U.S.A.
Use a non-combustible floor protector extending under
unit and to the sides, front and back of unit as shown
in Floor Protection Diagram. Measure front distance
(I) from the surface of the glass door.
*Exceptions: Non-combustible floor protection must
extend beneath the fluepipe when installed with
horizontal venting or under the top vent adapter with
vertical installation.
A Back Wall to Appliance 2"/5cm
B Side Wall to Appliance 6"/15cm
Corner Installation:
C Walls to Appliance 2"/5cm
Vertical 3" - 6" Adapter Kit (Part #812-3570) Installation:
D Back Wall to Appliance Flue 3"/8cm
E Side Wall to Appliance 6"/15cm
Corner Installation with Vertical Adapter Kit:
F Walls to Appliance 2"/5cm
Alcove Installation:
Min. Alcove Height: 43"/1092cm
Min. Alcove Side Wall 6"/15cm
Max. Alcove Depth 36"/91cm
FOR USE WITH PELLETIZED WOOD FUELOR SHELLED FIELD CORN ONLY.
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G = 2"/5cm
H = 2"/5cm *See Exceptions Below
I = 6"/15cm
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FLOOR PROTECTION
Contour Pellet Stove
SAFETY LABEL
LABEL LOCATION: BEHIND LEFT SIDE CURTAIN ON OUTSIDE OF HOPPER
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B
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F
Use a non-combustible floor protector extending under
unit and to the sides, front and back of unit as shown in
Floor Protection Diagram.
Measure front distance (I) from the surface of the glass
door.
*Exceptions: Non-combustible floor protection must
extend beneath the flue pipe when installed with
horizontal venting or under the Top Vent Adapter with
vertical installation.
A Back Wall to Appliance 2"/5cm
B Side Wall to Appliance 6"/15cm
Corner Installation:
C Walls to Appliance 2"/5cm
Vertical 3" - 6" Adapter Kit (Part #812-3570) Installation:
D Back Wall to Appliance Flue 3"/8cm
E Side Wall to Appliance 6"/15cm
Corner Installation with Vertical Adapter Kit:
F Walls to Appliance 2"/5cm
Alcove Installation:
Min. Alcove Height: 43"/1092cm
Min. Alcove Side Wall 6"/15cm
Max. Alcove Depth 36"/91cm
G = 2"/5cm
H = 2"/5cm
*See Exceptions
I = 6"/15cm
G
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FLOOR PROTECTION
G
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4-1/8
30-5/8
31-1/2
17-15/16
17-1/16
21-7/16
12-23/32
25-7/16
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
LISTINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS
The QUADRA-FIRE CONTOUR pellet stove is safety listed
with OMNI-Test Labs, Inc., Beaverton, OR, to ASTM E
1509 and ULC-C1482-M1990 Room Heater Pellet Fuel
Burning type (UM) 84-HUD. Also suitable for use in mobile
homes. See pages 5 and 9 for mobile home installation
details.
HEAT OUTPUT*: 8,000 to 30,000 BTUs per hour
*BTU output will vary, depending on the brand of
fuel you use in your stove. Consult your Quadra-Fire
dealer for best results.
DIMENSIONS
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4" (102mm) Diameter Pipe Only
3" or 4" (76mm or 102mm) Diameter Pipe
EQUIVALENT PIPE LENGTH IN FEET
ALTITUDE IN THOUSANDS OF FEET
0
10
20
30
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
CHIMNEY AND EXHAUST CONNECTION
1. Chimney & Connector: Use 3" (76mm) or 4" (102mm) diameter type "L" or "PL" venting system.
2. Mobile Home: Approved for all listed pellet vent. If using the 3" (76mm) vertical Top Vent Adapter Kit (part #811-0860), or the 3"
(76mm) to 6" (152mm) Offset Collar (part #812-3570), use listed double wall ue connector. An Outside Air Kit (part #811-0871),
must be used with manufactured home installation.
3. Residential: The 3" (76mm) vertical Top Vent Adapter Kit (#811-0860), and 3" (76mm) to 6" (152mm) Offset Collar (part #812-3570),
are tested to use 24 gauge single wall ue connector or listed double wall ue connector to Class A listed metal chimneys, or masonry
chimneys meeting ICBO standards for solid fuel appliances.
4. The stove is approved for all 3" (76mm) or 4" (102mm) diameter listed pellet vent. It can be either vertically or horizontally vented.
5. Install vent at clearances specied by the vent manufacturer.
6. Be sure to secure exhaust venting system to the stove with at least three set screws. Also secure all connector pipe joints
with at least three screws through each joint.
NOTE: All pipe must be sealed using welded seam pipe whenever possible. Seal pipe joints with high temperature silicone
(500°F [260°C] minimum rated only).
VENT TERMINATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Do not terminate vent in any enclosed or semi-enclosed area such as a carport, garage, attic, crawl space, under a sun
deck or porch, narrow walkway or closely fenced area, or any location that can build up a concentration of fumes such as a
stairwell, covered breezeway, etc.
2. Vent surfaces can get hot enough to cause burns if touched. Noncombustible shielding or guards may be required.
3. Termination must exhaust above air inlet elevation. It is recommended that at least 5' (1.5m) of vertical pipe be installed when
appliance is vented directly through a wall. This will create a natural draft, which will help prevent the possibility of smoke or odor venting
into the home during appliance shutdown. It will also keep exhaust from causing a nuisance or hazard by exposing people or shrubs to
high temperatures. The safest and preferred venting method is to extend the vent vertically through the roof.
4. Venting should terminate not less than 4' (1.2m) below, not less than 4' (1.2m) horizontally from, and not less than 1' (305mm) above
doors and windows, or gravity or ventilation air inlets into the building.
5. Distance between bottom of termination and grade should be 1' (305mm) minimum. This is conditional upon plants in the area,
and nature of grade surface. The grade surface must be a noncombustible material (i.e., rock, dirt). Distance between bottom of
termination and public walkway should be 7' (2.1m) minimum.
6. Distance to combustible materials should be 2' (51mm) minimum. This includes adjacent buildings, fences,
When running vertically with pellet venting, the following
chart can be used to determine whether to use 3" or 4"
(7.6cm or 10.2cm) diameter pipe
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VENTING GRAPH
VENTING PIPE TABLE
The table below can help you determine the equivalent
feet of pipe used for venting when installing a pellet
appliance.
Pellet Venting # of Elbows or Multiplied Equivalent Component
Component Feet of Pipe By: Feet Equivalent Feet
90° Elbow or Tee x 5
45° Elbow x 3
Horizontal Pipe x 1
Vertical Pipe x .5
Total Equivalent Feet:
Contour Pellet Stove
43" (109.2cm)
Minimum
6" (15.2cm)
Minimum
Maximum Alcove Depth: 36"/91cm
12" (305mm)
Minimum
Insulating Hearth Pad
Wall Thimble
Horizontal Cap
2" (52mm)
Minimum
6" (152mm)
Minimum
From Glass
Optional
Direction
2" (51mm)
Minimum
2" (51mm)
Minimum
Wall
Thimble
VENTING SYSTEMS
A. ALCOVE
The Quadra-Fire Contour is approved for
minimum alcove height of 43” (109.2cm), and
a maximum alcove depth of 36” (91cm).
All minimums listed are to a combustible
surface.
B. THROUGH THE WALL
We recommend going a minimum 5' (15.25cm) vertical, but above the eave is preferred.
Horizontal termination must be 1' (30.5cm) from the wall.
Straight Out
45 Degree
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Firestop
Flashing
Rain Cap
6" (15.2cm) Min.
Non-combustible Hearth Pad
3" (7.6cm) Min.
Cleanout
Cover
24" (61cm) minimum
Ceiling Support
6" Flue Connector
(Single Wall for
residential installation.
Double Wall for mobile
home installation.)
OR
3" or 4" L Vent (For
residential or mobile
home installation.)
Class A Chimney
Connector Adapter
Top Vent Kit
Non-combustible Hearth Pad
Cleanout Cover
Tee
Wall Thimble
Support Bracket
(every 60" [152.4cm])
24" (610mm) minimum
Rain Cap
Flashing
2" (50mm) minimum
6" (152mm)
minimum
Non-combustible Hearth Pad
Airtight
Cleanout Door
Cleanout cover
Sheathing
3" (76mm) minimum
1" (25mm) clearance
Flashing
Fireclay flue
liner with airspace
Concrete Cap
1" (25mm) clearance
with firestop
6" (152mm)
minimum
Non-combustible
Hearth Pad
Airtight cleanout door
Sheathing
2" (50mm) minimum
Flashing
1" (25mm) clearance
1" (25mm) clearance
with firestop
6" (152mm) minimum
Fireclay Flue Liner
with airspace
Concrete Cap
VENTING SYSTEMS, CONT'D.
C. VERTICAL
D. THROUGH THE WALL & VERTICAL
E. MASONRY
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F. ALTERNATE MASONRY
Contour Pellet Stove
Cleanout Cover
Mount with four
screws
Rear Exhaust
Outlet
Use hole on each
side as drilling guide
TOP VENT FLUE ADAPTER INSTALLATION
Part #811-0860, 3"-3" Top Vent Adapter or Part #812-3570, 3"-6" Offset Collar
1) Put a layer of silicone on the 3" (76mm) exhaust
outlet.
2) Slide the ue adapter onto the rear exhaust outlet.
3) Adjust the assembly to a vertical position.
4) Drill four holes with #26 drill bit (provided) into the back
of the stove using the outer shield as a pattern (make
sure the assembly is vertical).
5) Install the four mounting screws.
6) Drill two holes with #26 drill bit through the Rear
Exhaust Outlet using the two holes already in the short
horizontal pipe in the Top Vent Adapter as a guide.
Install the two screws
7) Install the stove pipe into the adapter (be sure to
silicone all joints).
8) To clean adapter, remove cleanout cover.
FEED ADJUSTMENT
NOTES:
The feed adjustment rod is factory set, and should be
adequate for most fuels. However, if the flame height is too
high or too low, follow the instructions below.
Loosen the set screw (Fig. 1) 1/4 to 1/2 turn during set-up
of stove. This will allow movement of the Fuel Adjustment
Rod. Do not re-tighten set screw.
Adjust fuel adjustment rod after the stove has been burning
for 10-15 minutes. The flames should be approximately
4"(102mm) above the firepot at high heat output setting.
FIGURE 1
1) Loosen the wing nut.
2) Adjust the fuel adjustment rod upward towards the "+"
symbol, to increase the feed rate and ame height,
or down towards the "-" symbol, to decrease the feed
rate and ame height.
3) Re-tighten the wing nut.
FIGURE 2
Fuel Adjustment Rod
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Wing Nut
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