Drolet 45283 User manual

45283
OWNER’S MANUAL
MILLENIA WOOD STOVE
US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD
STOVE
Verified and tested following
ULC S627 and UL 1482 Standards
by:
Manufactured by : STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC.
1700, Léon-Harmel, Québec (Québec) G1N 4R9
Tel : (418 ) 527-3060
Fax : (418 ) 527-4311
www.drolet.ca
READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE

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INTRODUCTION
Stove Builder International, one of the most important wood stove and fireplace manufacturers in
North America, 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 in North America comply with
ULC-S627 and UL-1482 standards.
Readthisentiremanualbeforeyouinstallanduseyour new stove. If this stove is not properly
installed,ahouse fire may result. To reduce theriskof fire, followthe installation instructions.
Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death.
Consultyour municipal building departmentorfire officials aboutrestrictionsandinstallation
requirements in your area and the need to obtain a permit.
KEEP THIS INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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 DURING IGNITION.
•DO NOT BURN WASTE,FLAMMABLE FLUID SUCH AS GASOLINE,NAPHTHA,OR MOTOR OIL.
•DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
•ALWAYS CLOSE THE DOOR AFTER IGNITION.
REGISTER YOU WARRANTY ONLINE
To receive full warranty coverage, you will
need to show evidence of the date you
purchased your stove. Keep your sales
invoice. We also recommend that you
register your warranty online at
www.drolet.ca
Registering your warranty online will help
us track rapidly the information we need on
your stove.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION...........................................................................................4
1.2 POSITIONING THE STOVE...........................................................................................5
1.3 CLEARANCES ..................................................................................................................5
1.3.1 Reduced clearances ..................................................................................................7
1.4 FLOOR PROTECTOR ...................................................................................................11
TIPS ON WOOD HEATING.....................................................................................................12
SECTION 2.0 CHIMNEY (FLUE SYSTEM) ........................................................................13
2.1 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................................13
2.2 CHIMNEY........................................................................................................................13
2.2.1 Step by step installation of your factory-built chimney.........................................15
2.2.2 Typical installation through an existing masonry chimney ...................................24
FIGURE 2.2.2 (C) Brick Thimble..............................................................................................26
2.3 CHIMNEY CONNECTOR.............................................................................................27
2.4 DRAFT..............................................................................................................................29
2.5 OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR.....................................................................................29
2.6 THE ADVANTAGE OF INSTALLING A BLOWER (FAN) .....................................30
SECTION 3.0 OPERATION....................................................................................................31
3.1 SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................................................................32
3.2 FUEL.................................................................................................................................33
3.2.1 The use of manufactured logs ................................................................................34
3.2.2 Simple wood moisture test .....................................................................................35
3.3 NOTES ABOUT FIRST FIRING...................................................................................35
3.4 LIGHTING A FIRE.........................................................................................................35
3.5 MAINTAINING THE FIRE...........................................................................................37
3.6 FAN (BLOWER) OPERATION.....................................................................................37
SECTION 4.0 MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................38
4.1 CLEANING AND PAINTING YOUR STOVE ............................................................38
4.2 GLASS...............................................................................................................................38
4.3 GASKETING....................................................................................................................39
4.4 ASH REMOVAL USING THE ASH DRAWER ..........................................................39
4.5 CHIMNEY (FLUE) CLEANING...................................................................................40

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4.6 BAFFLE INSTALLATION FOR MILLENIA .............................................................40
4.5 SECONDARY AIR TUBE REPLACEMENT ..............................................................42
SECTION 5.0 SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................................43
DROLET LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY .....................................................................44

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SECTION 1.0 - INSTALLATION
When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the Millenia EPA wood stove is
suitable for use as a freestanding wood stove in residential installations. The Millenia EPA wood
stove is not intended for installation in a bedroom or a mobile home.
In Canada, the CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment and
the CSA C22.1 Canadian National Electrical Code are to be followed in the absence of local code
requirements. In the USA, the ANSI NFPA 70 National Electrical Code and NFPA 211 Standard for
Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances are to be followed in the absence of
local code requirements.
In addition to the national installation and/or local building codes, fire officials (or other authorities
having jurisdiction) should be contacted to determine what restrictions and installation requirements
might apply locally.
This heating unit must serve as a supplementary heat source. An alternative heat source should be
available in the home if needed. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for additional heating costs
associated with the use of an alternative heat source.
It is highly recommended that the user buys this product from a retailer who can provide installation
and maintenance advices.
1.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
•MIXING OF APPLIANCE OR FLUE SYSTEM COMPONENTS FROM DIFFERENT SOURCES OR MODIFYING THE
DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATION OF COMPONENTS MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS.WHERE SUCH
ACTION IS CONSIDERED,THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD BE CONSULTED IN THE FIRST INSTANCE.
•DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.
•CRACKED AND BROKEN COMPONENTS,e.g. GLASS PANELS OR CERAMIC TILES,MAY RENDER THIS
INSTALLATION UNSAFE.
•ASOURCE OF FRESH AIR INTO THE ROOM OR SPACE HEATED SHALL BE PROVIDED WHEN REQUIRED.
•INSTALL A SMOKE DETECTOR IN THE ROOM WHERE THE STOVE IS LOCATED
•CONNECT THE STOVE ONLY TO A LINED MASONRY CHIMNEY CONFORMING TO NATIONAL AND LOCAL
BUILDING CODES FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL,OR TO A LISTED FACTORY BUILT CHIMNEY SUITABLE FOR
USE WITH SOLID FUEL.