Quadra-Fire EXPLORER III Series, EXPLR-III-PDB, EXPLR-III-PFT, EXPLR-III-MBK, EXPLR-III-PBK Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual
Operation & Care
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation. OWNER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Contact your dealer with question on installation, operation, or service.
NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
If the information in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a re could result
causing property damage, personal injury,
EXPLORER III WOOD APPLIANCE
MODELS: EXPLR-III-PBK EXPLR-III-PDB
EXPLR-III-PFT
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.
or death.
WARNING
EXPLR-III-PMH EXPLR-III-MBK
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).
Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by qualified personnel. Hearth & Home Technologies recommends HHT Factory Trained or NFI certified professionals.
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NOTE
Explorer III Wood Stove
ITEM PART NUMBER PART NAME QTY
SPÉCIFICATIONS DE LA VENTILATION:
MUR SIMPLE: De six (6 inches) (152mm) de diamètre le connecteur de conduit de minimum d'acier noir ou bleu de minimum de 24MSG, avec une cheminée bâtit en usine UL103HT* de Classe "A", adéquate pour usage avec les combustions solides, ou une cheminée de briques, avec espaces libres référés. MUR DOUBLE: De six (6 inches) (152mm) de diamètre, le connecteur du conduit d'air isolé pour mur double avec une cheminée bâtit en usine UL103HT* de Classe "A, ou une cheminée de briques, avec espaces libres alloués.
*Au Canada doit conformer a CAN/ULC-S629-M87 la norme pour 650 degré C cheminée bâtit en usine.
MAISON MOBILE: PAS APPROUVÉ POUR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS AU CANADA
ESPACES LIBRES MINIMUM DES MATÉRIAUX COMBUSTIBLES En Pouces & (millimètres) NOTE: Toutes les dimensions "A", "C", et "F" sont à partir du diamètre intérieur de l'entrée du conduit.
LISTED ROOM HEATER, SOLID FUEL TYPE. ALSO FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES USA ONLY. (UM) 84 HUD . "For Use with Solid Wood Fuel
Only"
Install and use only in accordance with manufacturer's installation and operating instructions. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspections in your area. Do not obstruct the space beneath heater. WARNING - For Mobile Homes: Do not install in a sleeping room. An outside combustion air inlet must be provided and unrestricted while unit is in use. The structural integrity of the mobile home floor, ceiling and walls must be maintained. The stove needs to be properly grounded to the frame of the mobile home. Components required for mobile home installation: Outside Air Kit, Part Number OAK-ACC. Refer to manufacturer's instructions and local codes for precautions required for passing chimney through a combustible wall or ceiling and maximum offsets. Inspect and clean chimney frequently - Under Certain Conditions of Use, Creosote Buildup May Occur Rapidly. Do not connect this unit to a chimney serving another appliance. Optional Components: Optional Blower, Part BK-ACC. Electrical Rating: 115 VAC, 1.2 Amps, 60 Hz. Route power cord away from unit. Do not route cord under or in front of appliance.DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Disconnect power supply before servicing. Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic available from your dealer. Do not use grate or elevate fire. Build wood fire directly on hearth. Do not overfire - if heater or chimney connector glows, you are overfiring. Operate only with the fuel loading door closed. Open only to add fuel to the fire.
CAUTION
:
PREVENT HOUSE FIRES
Manufactured by:
HOT WHILE IN OPERATION DO NOT TOUCH, KEEP CHILDREN AND CLOTHING AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS. KEEP FURNISHINGS AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL FAR AWAY FROM THE APPLIANCE. SEE NAMEPLATE AND INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION: FULL VERTICAL AND ALCOVE/ Verticale complète et d'une alcôve
A B C D E F G H I J
SINGLE WALL PIPE 7.5 (191) 7.0 (178) 24.0 (610) 12.0 (305) 7.0 (178) 15.0 (381) 52.5 (1334) NA NA NA
CONDUIT DU MUR SIMPLE
DOUBLE WALL PIPE 6.5 (165) 6.0 (153) 24.0 (610) 12.0 (305) 5.0 (127) 13.0 (330) 52.5 (1334) NA NA NA
CONDUIT DU MUR DOUBLE
INSTALLATION: 90o ELBOW OFF TOP OF STOVE THROUGH BACKWALL INSTALLATION: 90
o
DU COURBURE AU DESSUS DE HAUT DU POÊLE A TRAVERS LE MUR ARRIERE
DOUBLE WALL PIPE ONLY 6.5 (165) 6.0 (153) 24.0 (610) 12.0 (305) NA NA 52.5 (1334) 18.0 (457) NA NA
CONDUIT DU MUR DOUBLE
INSTALLATION: HORIZONTAL THRU WALL INSTALLATION: HORIZONTALE AU MUR
SINGLE WALL PIPE NA NA 37.5 (953) 25.5 (648) NA NA 52.5 (1334) NA 12.0 (305) 52.5 (1334)
CONDUIT DU MUR SIMPLE
INSTALLATION: ALCOVE -
Six inch (6 inches) (152mm) diameter listed SINGLE WALL or DOUBLE WALL air insulated connector pipe with UL 103 HT listed factory-built Class "A" chimney, or a masonry
chimney. (Mobile Home must be equipped with a spark arrestor.) Maximum depth of Alcove shall be no more than 48 inches (1219mm) and the referenced alcove clearances.
INSTALLATION: ALCÔVE -
Six pouces (6 pouces) (152mm) de diamètre listé WALL SINGLE ou isolé à l'air tuyau de raccordement à double paroi avec UL 103 HT cotée Classe usine construite "A" cheminée ou une cheminée de
maçonnerie. (Mobile Home doit être équipé d' un pare-étincelles.) Profondeur maximale de Alcove ne doit pas être plus de 48 pouces (1219mm) et les dégagements en alcôve référencés
.
VENT SPECIFICATIONS:
SINGLE WALL: Six inch (6 inches) (152mm) diameter, minimum 24 MSG black or
blued steel connector pipe, with a listed factory-built UL103HT* Class "A" chimney, suitable for use with solid fuels, or a masonry chimney, and the referenced clearances. DOUBLE WALL: Six inch (6 inches) (152mm) diameter, listed double wall air insulated connector pipe with listed factory-built UL103HT* Class "A" chimney, or a masonry chimney and the referenced clearances
*In Canada must comply with Standard CAN/ULC-S629-M87 for the 650 degree
Factory-built chimneys.
MOBILE HOME (USA ONLY): Use double wall pipe by Dura-Vent DVL, Selkirk Metalbestos DS or Security DL double wall connector pipe. Must be equipped with a spark arrestor. Apply double wall clearances below when installing unit.
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES In Inches & (Millimeters) NOTE: All "A" , "C" and "F" Dimensions are to inside diameter of the flue collar.
EXPLORER III
WOOD STOVE
CHAUD LORS DE L'OPÉRATION. NE PAS TOUCHER. GARDEZ LES ENFANTS ET LES VÊTEMENTS LOIN DE L'ESPACE DÉSIGNÉ DE L'INSTALLATION. LE CONTACT PEUT CAUSER DES BRÛLURES À LA PEAU. GARDEZ LES MEUBLES ET LES MATÉRIAUX COMBUSTIBLES LOIN DE L'ESPACE DÉSIGNÉ DE L'APPAREIL. VOIR L'ÉTIQUETTE ET LES INSTRUCTIONS.
ATTENTION:
APPAREIL DE CHAUFFAGE DE PIÈCE, DE TYPE DE COMBUSTIBLE SOLIDE, PAS APPROUVÉ POUR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS AU CANADA"Pour Usage Avec Bois Solide Seulement"
Installez et utilisez en accord avec les instructions d'installation et d'opération du fabricant. Contactez le bureau de la construction ou le bureau des incendies au sujet des restrictions et des inspections d'installation dans votre voisinage. Ne pas obstruez l'espace en dessous de l'appareil. PAS APPROUVÉ POUR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS AU CANADA! Référez vous aux instructions du fabricant et des codes locaux pour les précautions requises pour passer une cheminée à travers un mur ou un plafond combustibles, et les compensations maximums. Inspectez et nettoyez la cheminée fréquemment. Sous certaines conditions, il se peut que la créosote s'accumule rapidement. Ne pas connecter cet appareil à une cheminée servant un autre appareil. Composants Optionnels: Ventilateur Optionnel, Pièce BK-ACC. Puissance Électrique: 115 VAC, 1.2 Amps, 60 Hz. Éloignez le fil électrique de l'appareil. Ne pas faire passer le fil électrique au dessus ou en dessous de l'appareil. DANGER: Il y a risque de décharge électrique. Déconnectez le fil électrique de la prise de contact avant le service. Remplacez la vitre seulement avec une vitre céramique de 5 mm disponible chez votre fournisseur. N'élevez pas le feu. Bâtissez le feu de bois directement sur l'âtre. Ne pas surchauffer. Si l'appareil de chauffage ou le tuyau de cheminée rougissent, vous surchauffez. Opérez l'appareil seulement lorsque la porte de chargement est fermée. Ouvrez la porte seulement lorsque vous devez ajouter des combustibles dans le feu.
PRÉVENTION DES FEUX DE MAISON
BACKWALL/SIDEWALL
MUR ARRIÈRE/MUR DE CÔTÉ
CORNER INSTALLATION INSTALLATION DU COIN
DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL / NE PAS ENLEVER L'ÉTIQUETTE
TESTED TO:/ TESTÉ À:
Conforms to UL Stds 1482-11 & 737-11
Certified to ULC Std S627-00
90 OFF TOP UP & OUT CEILING CLEARANCE ESPACE LIBRE DU DESSUS DE L'APPAREIL AU PLAFOND AVEC 90 DE COURBURE
Made in U.S.A. of US and imported parts.
Fabriqué aux États-Unis-d’Amérique par des pièces d’origine américaine et pièces importées.
352 Mountain House Road, Halifax, PA 17032
www.quadrafire.com
FLOOR PROTECTION:
In the USA floor protector must be Type II with an R value of 1.06 extending beneath appliance and to front/sides/rear as indicated on the diagram. Exception: Non-combustible floor protections must extend beneath the flue pipe when installed with horizontal venting and extend 2 inches (51mm) beyond each side.
16 in. from glass
8 in.
Fuel loading door
35-3/8 in. min.
39-3/8
in.min.
8 in.
203mm (8 in.)
203mm
(8 in.)
203mm
(8 in.)
457mm (18 in.)
1254mm
(49-3/8 in.) minimum
1114mm (43-7/8 in.)min.
D
C
A
B
E
F
H
GBJ
I
MANTEL 12” MAX
HORIZONTAL THRU WALL
HORIZONTALE AU MUR
PROTECTION DU PLANCHER:
Au Canada protecteur de plancher doit être de type II avec et la valeur de R de 1,06 étendant sous chauffage et à l'avant / côtés / arrière, comme indiqué sur le schéma. Exception: protections de plancher non combustibles doivent s'étendre au-dessous du conduit de fumée lorsqu'il est installé avec ventilation horizontale et étendre 2 pouces (51 mm) de chaque côté.
Owners Manual
Install Manual
Report:
061-S-87-2
U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
Certified to comply with 2015 particulate emission standards at 2.0 g/hr EPA Methods 28 and 5G. Not approved for sale after May 15, 2020.
This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation. Consult the owner’s manual for further information. It is against federal regulations
to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with the operating instructions in the owner’s manual.
2017
2018
2019 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
7060-239_R6
Serial No. / N° de série
HF
BARCODE LABEL
and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family!
NOTE: Clearances may only be reduced by means approved
by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction
A. Sample of Serial Number / Safety Label
LOCATION: Back of appliance
Serial No.
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SAMPLE
Model Name
Test Lab & Report No.
Mfg. Date
Explorer III Wood Stove
Safety Alert Key:
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 could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates practices which may cause damage to the appliance or to property.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. Sample of Serial Number / Safety Label ........ 2
B. Warranty Policy ............................ 4
C. Quick Start Guide .......................... 7
1 Listing and Code Approvals ..............8
A. Appliance Certication....................... 8
B. BTU & Efciency Specications ............... 8
C. Glass Specications ........................ 9
D. Mobile Home Approved (USA only)............. 9
E. Sleeping Room ............................ 9
F. California - Prop65 .......................... 9
2 Operating Instructions .....................10
A. Over-Firing Your Appliance .................. 10
B. Wood Selection & Storage .................. 10
C. Burning Process .......................... 10
D. Automatic Combustion Control (ACC).......... 11
E. Air Controls .............................. 11
F. Burn Rates and Operating Efciency........... 12
G. Building A Fire ........................... 13
H. Correct Bafe & Blanket Placement ........... 14
I. Griddle Handle & Griddle Lid Operating Instructions 14
J. Blower Operating Instructions ................ 15
K. Opacity (Smoke) .......................... 15
L. Clear Space .............................. 16
M. Negative Pressure ........................ 16
N. Frequently Asked Questions ................. 17
3 Maintenance and Service ................. 18
A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide .......... 18
B. General Maintenance ...................... 19
4 Troubleshooting Guide .....................21
5 Service Part Replacement ................ 22
A. Glass Replacement - Door Assembly ..........22
B. Firebrick Replacement ..................... 22
C. Snap Disc Replacement .................... 22
D. Door Handle Assembly..................... 23
E. Secondary Tube & Bafe Board Removal....... 23
6 Reference Materials .......................... 24
A. Exploded View............................ 24
B. Service Parts List ......................... 25
C. Accessory List ............................ 29
Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies.
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Vent Free burners, Vent Free ceramic fiber logs,
Aluminized Burners
B. Warranty Policy
Hearth & Home Technologies
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Hearth & Home Technologies, on behalf of its hearth brands (“HHT”), extends the following warranty for HHT gas, wood, pellet and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer.
WARRANTY COVERAGE:
WARRANTY PERIOD:
distributor, whichever occurs earlier. However, the warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of product
is produced in the following table.
Warranty Period HHT Manufactured Appliances and Venting
Parts Labor Gas Pellet Wood Electric Venting Components Covered
1 Year
2 years
3 years
5 years 1 year
6 years 3 years
7 years 3 years
X X X
X X
X X X
X
X
X
X X
X X
xX
X
X
All parts and material except as covered by
Conditions, Exclusions, and Limitations listed
Igniters, auger motors, electronic components, and
glass
Factory-installed blowers
Molded refractory panels
Ignition Modules
Firepots, burnpots, mechanical feeders/auger
assemblies
Castings and Baffles
Catalyst - limitations listed
Manifold tubes, HHT chimney and termination
10 years 1 year
Limited Lifetime
3 years
90 Days
X
X X X
X X X X X
Firebox and heat exchanger, Grate and Stainless
Steel Burners, FlexBurn® System (engine, inner
All replacement parts beyond warranty period
Burners, logs and refractory
cover,access cover and fireback)
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WARRANTY CONDITIONS:
• This warranty only covers HHT appliances that are purchased through an HHT authorized dealer or distributor. A list of HHT authorized dealers is available on the HHT branded websites.
• This warranty is only valid in the country in which the HHT authorized dealer or distributor that sold the appliance resides.
• Contact your installing dealer for warranty service. If the installing dealer or distributor is unable to provide necessary parts, contact
other than the dealer from whom you originally purchased the product.
• Check with your dealer in advance for any costs to you when arranging a warranty call. Travel and shipping charges for parts are not covered by this warranty.
• Limited Catalyst Warranty
o For wood burning products containing a catalyst, the catalyst will be warranted for a six-year period as follows: if the original
o From 37 to 72 months a pro-rated credit will be allowed against a replacement catalyst and labor credit necessary to install
Amount of Time Since Purchase Credit Towards Replacement Cost
0 - 36 Months 100%
37 - 48 Months 30%
49 - 60 Months 20%
61 - 72 Months 10%
o Any replacement catalyst will be warranted under the terms of the catalyst warranty for the remaining term of the original
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:
This warranty does not cover the following:
• Repair or replacement of parts that are subject to normal wear and tear during the warranty period are not covered. These parts
• this noise are not covered by this warranty.
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This warranty is void if:
• There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
have other rights, which vary from state to state. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED BY LAW, HHT MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO DURATION OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTY SPECIFIED ABOVE.
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C. Quick Start Guide
Note: These are generic drawings and may not represent your specific model.
Explorer III Wood Stove
ITEMS NEEDED FOR FIRST FIRE:
OPEN AIR CONTROLS
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
ADD KINDLING
Burn Rate
Control
ACC
Control
1
10 Pieces of Newspaper, 10-20 Pieces of Dry Kindling and a Few Pieces of Dry Split Wood.
LOAD WOOD ADD NEWSPAPER
2 3
WARNING! Risk of Fire
LIGHT THE PAPER
ADD MORE WOOD
4
REDUCE AIR
CONTROLS
Set to desired heat output.
LOW
Burn Rate
Control
Close and securely latch the door after the fire has started, and after refueling, to prevent:
-Spillage of smoke, flame and carbon monoxide
-Spillage of sparks, coals, and logs
-Over firing DO NOT leave the appliance unattended with the door open. Starting a fire may not require an open door for draft. The air control should supply adequate draft.
The appliance is ready
for normal operation.
5
ACC
Control
6
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1 Listing and Code Approvals
A. Appliance Certication B. BTU & Efciency Specications
Model: Explorer III Wood Appliance
Laboratory: OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
Report No & Date: 061-S-87-2 1/15
Type: Safety
Standard:
UL 1482-11; ULC S627-00; UL 737-11
EPA Certication #: 983-15
EPA Certied Emissions: 2.0 grams per hour
*LHV Tested Efciency: 74.4 %
**HHV Tested Efciency: 68.9 %
***EPA BTU Output: 12,800 to 41,900 / hr.
****Peak BTU/Hour
Output:
Vent Size: 6 inches
Firebox Size: 3.0 cubic feet
Maximum Wood Length: 22 inches
Ideal Wood Length: 18 inches
* Weighted average LHV efciency using Douglas Fir
dimensional lumber and data collected during EPA emissions test.
**Weighted average HHV efciency using Douglas
Fir dimensional lumber and data collected during EPA emissions test.
***A range of BTU outputs based on EPA Default Efciency and the burn rates from the low and high EPA
tests, using Douglas Fir dimensional lumber.
****A peak BTU out of the appliance calculated using the maximum rst hour burn rate from the High EPA Test and the BTU content of cord wood (8600) times the efciency.
70,300
Fuel Seasoned Cord Wood
NOTE: This installation must conform with local codes. In the absence of local codes you must comply with the UL1482-11,
UL 737-11, (UM) 84-HUD and NPFA211 in the U.S.A. and the ULC S627-00 and CAN/CSA-B365 Installation
Codes in Canada. NOT APPROVED FOR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS IN CANADA!
The Quadra-Fire Explorer III Wood Appliance (ACC) meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s crib wood
emission limits for wood appliances sold after May 15, 2015.
This wood appliance needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation. It is against federal regulations to operate
this wood appliance in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.
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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. Mobile Home Approved (USA only)
This appliance is approved for mobile home installations when not installed in a sleeping room and when an outside combustion air inlet is provided.
The structural integrity of the mobile home oor, ceiling, and walls must be maintained.
The appliance must be properly grounded to the frame of the mobile home with #8 copper ground wire, and chimney must be listed to UL103 HT or a listed UL-1777 full length six inch (152mm) diameter liner must be used.
Outside Air Kit, part OAK-ACC must be installed in a mobile home installation.
E. Sleeping Room
When installed in a sleeping room it is recommended that a smoke and/or CO alarm be installed in the bedroom. The size of the room must be at least 50ft³ per 1,000 Btu/hr
stove input, if the stove exceeds the room size, out air must be installed.
F. California - Prop65
WARNING
This product and the fuels used to operate this product (wood), and
the products of combustion of such fuels, can expose you to
chemicals including carbon black, which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to
the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to: WWW.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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 appliance).
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.
NOTE: Hearth & Home Technologies, manufacturer of this
appliance, reserves the right to alter its products,
their specications and/or price without notice.
WARNING
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