Quadra-Fire EXPIII-MBK-APAC Installation Manual

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Installation Manual

Installation & Appliance Set-Up

INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation.
OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.

NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

If the information in these instructions is

EXPLORER III APAC WOOD FIRE

APPLIANCE

AUTOMATIC COMBUSTION

CONTROL (ACC)

MODEL:

EXPIII-MBK-APAC

• Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

• Do not over re - If appliance or chimney connector

glows, you are over ring. Over ring will void

your warranty.

• Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles

as specied. Failure to comply may cause house re.

not followed exactly, a re could result

causing property damage, personal injury,
or death.

WARNING

WARNING

HOT SURFACES!

Glass and other surfaces are hot during
operation AND cool down.

Hot glass and appliance will cause burns.

• Do not touch glass until it is cooled

• Use leather gloves when reloading fuel

• NEVER allow children to touch glass

• Keep children away

• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room
as appliance.

• Alert children and adults to hazards of
high temperatures

• High temperatures may ignite clothing or other

ammable materials.

• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other

ammable materials away.

WARNING

Fire Risk.

For use with solid wood fuel only.

Other fuels may over re and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).

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• DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.

• WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided may result in death or serious injury.

• CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

• NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the appliance or to property.

Safety Alert Key:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Important Safety Information ............. 3

A. Appliance Certication....................... 3

B. BTU & Efciency Specications ............... 3

C. Glass Specications ........................ 4

D. Non-Combustible Materials................... 4

E. Combustible Materials....................... 4

2 Getting Started .................................... 5

A. Design and Installation Considerations .......... 5

B. Fire Safety ................................ 5

C. Negative Pressure.......................... 5

D. Tools And Supplies Needed .................. 6

E. Inspection of Appliance and Components........ 6

F. Removal of Appliance from Shipping Materials .... 6

G. Install Checklist ............................ 7

3 Dimensions and Clearances .............. 8

A. Appliance Dimensions ....................... 8

B. Hearth Protection Requirements ............... 9

C. Firebox Installation ......................... 9

D. Clearances to Combustibles ................. 10

4 Chimney Systems ............................. 11

A. Locating Your Appliance & Chimney ........... 11

B. Minimum Height of Flue System Exit .......... 12

C. Chimney Termination Requirements ........... 13

D. General Flue System Instructions ............. 14

E. Chimney Height / Rise and Run .............. 14

F. Installing Chimney Components .............. 14

G. Proper Draft ............................. 14

H. 6” - 8” - 10” Freestanding Triple Skin System .... 15

I. Tested Flue Systems........................ 16

J. Un-Tested Flue Systems .................... 17

5 Appliance Set-Up ..............................18

A. Outside Air Kit Installation ..................18

6 AS/NZS 2918:2018 General Notes ...19

7 Reference Materials .......................... 20

A. Service and Maintenance Log................ 20

B. Accessories .............................. 23

Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies.

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1 Important Safety Information

A. Appliance Certication B. BTU & Efciency Specications

Model: Explorer II AU Wood Appliance

Laboratory: Australian Solid Fuel Testing (ASFT)

Report No: ASFT19001

Report Test

Date:

Type: Hardwood less than 25% dry basis

Standard: AS/NZS 2918:2018

10 January, 2019

Report Test Date: 20 December, 2018

Efciency Burning

Hardwood (AS/NZS 4012)

Average Particulate

Emission Factor Burning

Hardwood (AS/NZS 4013)

Maximum Average

Heat Output Burning

Recommended Wood

Report No: ASFT18014

Standard: AS/NZS 4012:4013 (2014)

Overall Average

63%

1.1 g/kg

11.8kW

Hardwood

Wetbacks are NOT an

Wetback

Vent Size: 6 inches

Firebox Size: 3.00 cubic feet

Length:

Fuel Orientation: Side-to-Side

Approved Fuel

approved option and must

be tted.

18 inches

Hardwood only with a

Moisture content less than
25% (dry basis)

NOTE: Hearth & Home Technologies, manufacturer of this appliance, reserves the right to alter its products, their

specications and/or price without notice.

The Quadra-Fire Explorer III Australian Wood Appliance is Hardwood Certied. Particulate Emissions equaling 1.1 g/kg

with a space heating efciency of 63%.

This wood appliance needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation.

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C. Glass Specications

This appliance is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass.
Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please
contact your dealer for replacement glass.

D. Non-Combustible Materials

Material which will not ignite and burn, composed of any
combination of the following:

- Steel

- Plaster

- Brick

- Iron

- Concrete

- Tile

- Glass

- Slate

E. Combustible Materials

Material made of/or surfaced with any of the following

materials:

- Wood

- Compressed Paper

- Plant Fibers

- Plastic

- Plywood/OSB

- Sheet Rock (drywall)

Any material that can ignite and burn: ame proofed or not,

plastered or non-plastered.

WARNING

Fire Risk.

Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any

responsibility for, and the warranty will be
voided by, the following actions:

• Installation and use of any damaged appliance.

• Modication of the appliance.

• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth &
Home Technologies.

• Installation and/or use of any component part not

approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.

• Operating appliance without fully assembling
all components.

• Operating appliance without legs attached (if

supplied with unit).

• Do NOT Over re - If appliance or chimney connector
glows, you are over ring.

Any such action that may cause a re hazard.

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage.

For assistance or additional information, consult a qualied

installer, service agency or your dealer.

Hearth & Home Technologies WILL NOT warranty
appliances that exhibit evidence of over-ring. Evidence
of over-ring includes, but is not limited to:

• Warped air tube

• Deteriorated refractory brick retainers

• Deteriorated bafe and other interior components

NOTE: Hearth & Home Technologies, manufacturer

of this appliance, reserves the right to alter

its products, their specications and/or price

without notice.

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Install Guide

A. Design and Installation Considerations

Consideration must be given to:

• Safety

• Convenience

• Trafc ow

• Chimney and chimney connector required
It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using

exact measurements for clearances and oor protection,
before actually beginning the installation. If you are not
using an existing chimney, place the appliance where there
will be a clear passage for a factory-built listed chimney

through the ceiling and roof.

We recommend that a qualied building inspector and

your insurance company representative review your plans

before and after installation.

If this appliance is in an area where children may be near
it is recommended that you purchase a decorative barrier
to go in front of the appliance. Remember to always keep

children away while it is operating and do not let anyone
operate this appliance unless they are familiar with these
operating instructions.

CAUTION

Check building codes prior to installation.

• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state
and national codes and regulations.

• Consult insurance carrier, local building, re ofcials

or authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions,

installation inspection, and permits.

WARNING

Asphyxiation Risk.

• Do NOT connect this appliance to a

chimney ue servicing another appliance.

• Do NOT connect to any air distribution
duct or system.

May allow ue gases to enter the house.

NOTICE: Hearth & Home Technologies assumes no

responsibility for the improper performance of
the appliance system caused by:

• Inadequate draft due to environmental conditions

• Down drafts

• Tight sealing construction of the structure

• Mechanical exhausting devices

• Over drafting caused by excessive chimney heights

• Ideal performance is with height of chimney between

14-16 feet (4.26-4.88m) measured from the base of

the appliance.

B. Fire Safety

To provide reasonable re safety, the following should be

given serious consideration:

1. Install at least one smoke detector on each oor of

your home to ensure your safety. They should be

located away from the heating appliance and close
to the sleeping areas. Follow the smoke detector
manufacturer’s placement and installation instructions,

and be sure to maintain regularly.

2. A conveniently located Class A re extinguisher to
contend with small res resulting from burning embers.

3. A CO detector should be installed in the room with
the appliance.

4. A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two
escape routes.

5. A plan to deal with a chimney re as follows:

6. In the event of a chimney re:
a. Evacuate the house immediately

b. Notify re department.

C. Negative Pressure

WARNING

Asphyxiation Risk.

• Negative pressure can cause spillage

of combustion fumes, soot and carbon
monoxide.

• Appliance needs to draft properly for
safety.

Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air
available for the appliance to operate properly. It can be

strongest in lower levels of the house.

Causes include:

• Exhaust fans (kitchen, bath, etc.)

• Range hoods

• Combustion air requirements for furnaces, water

appliances and other combustion appliances

• Clothes dryers

• Location of return-air vents to furnace or
air conditioning

• Imbalances of the HVAC air handling system

• Upper level air leaks such as:

- Recessed lighting

- Attic hatch

- Duct leaks

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To minimize the effects of negative air pressure:

• Install optional outside air kit with the intake facing
prevailing winds during the heating season

• Ensure adequate outdoor air for all combustion

appliances and exhaust equipment

• Ensure furnace and air conditioning return vents are
not located in the immediate vicinity of the appliance

• Avoid installing the appliance near doors, walkways or
small isolated spaces

• Recessed lighting should be a “sealed can” design

• Attic hatches weather stripped or sealed

• Attic mounted duct work and air handler joints and
seams taped or sealed

• Basement installations should be avoided

WARNING

Fire Risk.

Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any

responsibility for, and the warranty will be
voided by, the following actions:

E. Inspection of Appliance and Components

• Remove appliance and components from packaging
and inspect for damage.

• Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment.

• Read all the instructions before starting the installation.
Follow these instructions carefully during the

installation to ensure maximum safety and benet.

F. Removal of Appliance from Shipping

Materials

1. Remove box and 2x4 structural boards being careful
not to damage product.

2. Using a Phillips screw driver, remove and discard the

4 screws and ash pan retention bracket from front of

appliance (Figure 6.1).

3. Remove ash pan and set aside (Figure 6.1).

4. Remove and discard the pallet attach bracket
(Figure 6.1).

5. Using a 3/8 socket or open end wrench, remove two
bolts on back side as shown (Figure 6.2).

6. Slide appliance forward off of pallet support brackets.

7. Replace ash pan (Figure 6.1).

• Installation and use of any damaged appliance.

• Modication of the appliance.

• Installation other than as instructed by Hearth &
Home Technologies.

• Installation and/or use of any component part not

approved by Hearth & Home Technologies.

• Operating appliance without fully assembling
all components.

• Operating appliance without legs attached (if

supplied with appliance).

• Do NOT Over re - If appliance or chimney connector
glows, you are over ring.

Any such action that may cause a re hazard.

D. Tools And Supplies Needed

Before beginning the installation be sure the following tools
and building supplies are available:

- Reciprocating saw

- Pliers

- Hammer

- Phillips screwdriver

- Flat blade screwdriver

- Plumb line

- Level

- Misc. screws and nails

- Framing material

- High temp caulking material

- Gloves

- Framing square

- Electric drill and bits

- Safety glasses

- Tape measure

- 7/16 socket or wrench

- 1/2-3/4 in. length, #6 or #8 self-drilling screws

Screws

x4

Figure 6.1

Figure 6.2

Pallet

Attach

Ash pan

Ash Pan

Retention Bracket

Bracket

Bolts

x2

WARNING

Fire Risk.

Inspect appliance and components for
damage. Damaged parts may impair
safe operation.

• Do NOT install damaged components.

• Do NOT install incomplete components.

• Do NOT install substitute components.
Report damaged parts to dealer.

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G. Install Checklist

ATTENTION INSTALLER:

Follow this Standard Work Checklist

This standard work checklist is to be used by the installer in conjuction with, not instead of, the instructions contained in this installation manual.

Customer:
Date Installed:
Lot / Address:
Location of Appliance:
Installer:
Dealer / Distributor Phone #:
Serial #:
Model:

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WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Failure to install appliance according to these instructions can lead to a fire or explosion.

Appliance Install

Verified clearances to combustibles.
Appliance is leveled and connector is secured to appliance.
Hearth extension size/height decided.
Outside air kit installed.
Floor protection requirements have been met.
If appliance is connected to a masonry chimney, it should be cleaned and
inspected by a professional. If installed to a factory built metal chimney, the
chimney must be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions and
clearances.

YES IF NO, WHY?

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Chimney

Chimney configuration complies with diagrams.
Chimney installed, locked and secured in place with proper clearance.
Chimney meets recommended height requirements (14-16 feet).
Roof flashing installed and sealed.
Terminations installed and sealed.

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Clearances

Combustible materials not installed in non-combustible areas.
Verified all clearances meet installation manual requirements.
Mantels and wall projections comply with installation manual requirements.
Protective hearth strips and hearth extension installed per manual requirements.

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Appliance Setup

All packaging and protective materials removed.
Firebrick, baffle and ceramic blanket installed correctly.
All labels have been removed from the door.
All packaging materials are removed from inside/under the appliance.
Manual bag and all of its contents are removed from inside/under the appliance
and given to the party responsible for use and operation.

Hearth & Home Technologies recommends the following:

• Photographing the installation and copying this checklist for your file.

• That this checklist remain visible at all times on the appliance until the installtion is complete.

Comments: Further description of the issues, who is responsible (Installer/Builder/Other Trades, etc.) and corrective action needed:
Comments communicated to party responsible ____________________________ by _____________________ on ___________

(Builder / Gen. Contractor) (Installer) (Date)

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16-7/8 (429mm)

31-3/8

(797mm)

25-3/8 (645mm)

28 (711

mm)

28-5/8

(727mm)

24-1/8 (613mm)

Center
of Flue

33-1/8

(841mm)

Top of

Flue

28-1/4 (718mm)

31-3/8

(797mm)

13

(330mm)

20 (508mm)

30-1/8 (765mm)

15-1/4 (387mm)

2-1/4

(70mm)

3/8

(10mm)

3 Dimensions and Clearances

A. Appliance Dimensions

Figure 8.1 - Front View

NOTE: Flue Collar size is 152mm inside diameter (ID)

Figure 8.2 - Top View

Figure 8.2 - Side View Figure 8.4 - Side View

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