Quadra-Fire YOSEMITE-MBK User manual

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Yosemite
Non-Catalytic, Front/Side Load, Wood Heater
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Tested and
Listed by
Portland
Oregon USA
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
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Models:
YOSEMITE-MBK
YOSEMITE-PMH
Owner’s Manual
Installation and Operation
www.quadrafire.com 7004-187L
WARNING
Hot glass will cause burns.
• Do not touch glass until it is cooled
• NEVER allow children to touch glass
• Keep children away
• CAREFULLY SUPERVISE children in same room
as fireplace.
• Alert children and adults to hazards of high
temperatures.
High temperatures may ignite clothing or other
flammable materials.
• Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other
flammable materials away.
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are
hot during operation AND
cool down.
If the information in these
instructions is not followed
exactly, a fire may result causing
property damage, personal injury,
or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
• Do not overfire - If heater or chimney
connector glows, you are overfiring.
Overfiring will void your warranty.
• Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specified. Failure to comply
may cause house fire.
WARNING
DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
CAUTION
• Important operating
and maintenance
instructions included.
• Leave this manual with
party responsible for
use and operation.
• Read, understand and
follow these instructions
for safe installation and
operation.
Fire Risk.
WARNING
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may overfire and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
Installation and service of this appliance should
be performed by qualified personnel. Hearth &
Home Technologies recommends NFI certified
professionals, or technicians supervised by an
NFI certified professional.
October 13, 2015
DO NOT
DISCARD
To obtain a French translation of this manual, please
contact your dealer or visit www.quadrafire.com
Pour obtenir une traduction française de ce manuel,
s’il vous plaît contacter votre revendeur ou visitez
www.quadrafire.com
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Yosemite Wood Stove
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and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family!
Hearth & Home Technologies 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. Each
unit is meticulously fabricated and gold and nickel surfaces are
hand-finished for lasting beauty and enjoyment. Our pledge to
quality is completed as each model undergoes a quality control
inspection.
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.
LABEL IS LOCATED ON THE BACK OF THE STOVE
Serial Number
Model Name
Testing Lab &
Report Number
1445 North Highway,
Colville, WA 99114
www.quadrafire.com
Manufactured by:
VENT SPECIFICATIONS:
SINGLE WALL: Six inch (6 inches) (152mm) diameter, minimum 24 MSG black or blued steel connector pipe, with a listed factory-built
UL103 HT 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 UL103 HT
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: Use double wall pipe by Dura-Vent DVL, Selkirk Metalbestos DS or Security DLdouble wall connector pipe. Must be
equipped with a spark arrestor. Apply double wall clearances below when installing unit.
2015 2016 2017 Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL
LISTED ROOM HEATER, SOLID FUEL TYPE. ALSO FOR USE IN MOBILE
HOMES. (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 831-1780.
Refer to manufacturer's instructions and local codes for
precautions required for passing chimney through a
combustible wall or ceiling and maximum offsets.
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nspect 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 831-1701.
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
firebrick.
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.
U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIONAGENCY -
Certified to comply with 2015 particulate emission standards at 2.7 g/hr EPAMethods 28
and 5G. Not approved for sale after May 15, 2020.
PREVENT HOUSE FIRES
FLOOR PROTECTION*:
Floor protector must be
non-combustible material or
equivalent, extending beneath
heater 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.
Report: #061-S-54-2 TESTED TO:
UL 1482, UL737, ULC S627-00.
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
NAMEPLATEAND INSTRUCTIONS.
SERIAL NO.
YOSEMITE
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Minimum 16"
(406mm) from
fuel loading
door
8"(203mm)
USA
44-1/2"(1130mm) Minimum
36-11/16"
(932mm)
Minimum
Fuel loading doors
Front Side
Both fuel loading doors accessible
8"
(203mm) 16" (406mm) from fuel
loading door
8"
(203mm)
USA
Front Fuel
loading door
33"(838mm) Minimum
36-11/16"
(932mm)
Minimum
Side fuel loading door locked shut
TOP VENT VERTICAL A B C1 C2* D1 D2* E1 E2* F1 F2* G H
Single Wall-USA 12.5(316) 9(229) 19.5(495) 25.5(648) 10(254) 16 (406) 14(356) 16(406) 18.5(470) 20.5(521) 59(1499) N/A
Single Wall-Canada 12.5(316) 9(229) 19.5(495) 27.5(669) 10(254) 18 (457) 14(356) 18(457) 18.5(470) 22.5(572) 59(1499) N/A
Double Wall- USA 10.5(267) 7(178) 19.5(495) 25.5(648) 10(254) 16(406) 7 (178) 16(406) 11.5(292) 20.5(521) 59(1499) N/A
Double Wall-Canada 1 0.5(267) 7(178) 19.5(495) 27.5(699) 10(254) 18(457) 7 (178) 18(457) 11.5(292) 22.5(572) 59(1499) N/A
HORIZONTAL WITH MINIMUM 2FT (609mm) VERTICAL OFF STOVE TOP
Single Wall-USA 13.5(343) 10(254) 19.5(495) 25.5(648) 10(254) 16 (406) N/A N/A N/A N/A 59(1499) 18**
Single Wall-Canada
13.5(343) 10(254) 19.5(495) 27.5(699) 10(254) 18 (457) N/A N/A N/A N/A 59(1499) 18**
Double Wall-USA 11.5(330) 8(203) 19.5(495) 25.5(648) 10(254) 16(406) N/A N/A N/A N/A 59(1499) 18**
Double Wall-Canada 11.5(330) 8(203) 19.5(495) 27.5(699) 10(254) 18(457) N/A N/A N/A N/A 59(1499) 18**
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS: In Inches & (Millimeters)
NOTE: All "A" , "C" and "F" Dimensions are to the inside diameter of the flue collar.
G
H
E2
F2
Fuel door
side
Non-fuel
door side
SEE MANUAL FOR OTHER CONFIGURATIONS
*In Canada: Must be minimum 18 inches (450mm) in front of both
fuel loading doors and 8 inches (200mm) on both sides and back.
**NFPA MINIMUM CLEARANCE - NOT TESTED
BA
C1
Non-fuel
door side
D2
Fuel Door
side
C2
D1
CAUTION:
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Tested and
Listed by Portland
Oregon USA
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
CUS
Made in U.S.A. of US and imported parts.
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.
Mfg. Date
NOTE: Clearances may only be reduced by means
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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 fireplace or to property.
Section 1: Listing and Code Approvals
A. Appliance Certifications ......................4
B. Mobile Home Approved ......................4
C. Glass Specifications............................4
D. BTU & Efficiency Specifications..........4
Section 2: Getting Started
A. Design, Installation & Location
Considerations....................................5
B. Fire Safety ..........................................5
C. Negative Pressure..............................6
D. Flue Draft Considerations...................7
E. Venting Systems.................................7
F. Tools and Supplies Needed................7
G. Inspect Appliance & Components
and Pre-Burn Check List.....................7
H. Typical Stove System.........................8
Section 3: Dimensions & Clearances
A. Appliance Dimensions ........................9
B. Clearances to Combustibles...............10
Section 4: Installation Consideration
A. Hearth Requirements.........................11-12
B. Reversible Flue Collar........................13
C. Horizontal Flue Heat Shield................13
D. Leg Leveling System..........................14
E. Side Fuel Loading Door Locking
Mechanism.........................................14
F. Outside Air..........................................15
G. Optional Blower Installation ................15
Section 5: Chimney Requirements
A. Venting Components..........................16
B. Chimney Systems...............................16-19
C. Installing Chimney Components .........19
D. Chimney Termination Requirements ..20
E. 2-10-3 Rule..........................................20
Section 6: Mobile Home...............................21
Section 7: Appliance Set-Up
A. Door Handle Assembly.......................22
B. Blower Speed Adjustment ..................22
Section 8: Operating Instructions
A. Overfiring Your Appliance...................23
B. Wood Selection & Storage..................23-24
C. Burning Process..................................24-25
D. Combustible / Non-Combustible
Materials .............................................25
E. Air Controls .........................................25
F. Heat Output Settings...........................26
G. Burn Rates..........................................26
H Building A Fire.....................................26
I. Blower Operating Instructions.............27
J. Opacity (Smoke) .................................27
K. Clear Space........................................28
L. Frequently Asked Questions...............28
M. Correct Baffle & Blanket Position........29
Section 9: Maintaining & Servicing Appliance
A. General Maintenance & Cleaning.......30-31
B. Appliance Inspection - Routine...........32
C. Firebrick Inspection & Replacement ...32
D. Glass Replacement.............................32
E. Baffle Removal & Installation..............33
F. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide.34
Section 10: Troubleshooting........................35
Section 11: Reference Material
A. Exploded Drawings.............................36
B. Service Parts & Accessories...............37-40
C. Service & Maintenance Log................41
D. Warranty Policy...................................42-43
E. Contact Information.............................44
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A. Appliance Certification
C. Glass Specifications
D. BTU & Efficiency Specifications
This stove is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. Replace
glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please contact your
dealer for replacement glass.
Model: Yosemite
Laboratory: OMNI Test Laboratories, Inc.
Report No & Date: 061-S-54-2
Type: Listed Room Heater, Solid Fuel Type
Standard: UL1482, UL737, ULC S627-00
and (UM) 84-HUD, Mobile Home
Approved.
NOTE: This installation must conform with local codes. In the
absence of local codes you must comply with the UL1482, UL737,
(UM) 84-HUD and NPFA211 in the U.S.A. and the ULC S627-00
and CAN/CSA-B365 Installation Codes in Canada.
NOTE: Hearth & Home Technologies, manufacturer of
this appliance, reserves the right to alter its products, their
specifications and/or price without notice.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
For assistance or additional information, consult a qualified
installer, service agency or your dealer.
Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• Installation and use of any damaged appliance.
• Modification 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 Overfire - If appliance or chimney connector
glows, you are overfiring.
Any such action that may cause a fire hazard.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be
voided by, the following actions:
B. Mobile Home Approved
• This appliance is approved for mobile home installa-
tions when not installed in a sleeping room and when
an outside combustion air inlet is provided.
• The structural integrity of the mobile home floor, ceil-
ing, and walls must be maintained.
• The appliance must be properly grounded to the frame
of the mobile home with #8 copper ground wire, and
use only listed double-wall connector pipe.
• Outside Air Kit, part 831-1780 must be installed in a
mobile home installation.
1Listing and Code Approvals
TheQuadra-FireYosemiteWoodStovemeetstheU.S.Environmen-
tal ProtectionAgency’s crib wood emission limits for wood heaters
sold after May 15, 2015.
This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for proper
operation.Itisagainstfederalregulationstooperatethis woodheater
in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.
EPA Certification #: 579
EPA Certified Emissions: 2.7 grams per hour
*LHV Tested Efficiency: 79.3 %
**HHV Tested Efficiency: 73.4 %
***EPA BTU Output: 11,000 to 28,600 / hr
****Peak BTU/Hour Output: 47,800 / hr
Vent Size: 6 inches
Firebox Size: 1.48 cubic feet
Recommended Wood Length: 16 inches
Fuel Orientation: Side-to-Side
Fuel Seasoned Cord Wood
*Weighted average LHV efficiency using Douglas Fir dimension-
al lumber and data collected during EPA emissions test.
**Weighted average HHV efficiency using Douglas Fir dimen-
sional lumber and data collected during EPA emissions test.
***A range of BTU outputs based on EPA Default Efficiency and
the burn rates from the low and high EPA tests, using Douglas
Fir dimensional lumber.
****Apeak BTU out of the unit calculated using the maximum first
hour burn rate from the High EPA Test and the BTU content of
cordwood (8600) times the efficiency.

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2Getting Started
A . Design, Installation & Location Considerations
Consideration must be given to:
• Safety
• Convenience
• Traffic flow
• Chimney and chimney connector required
Itisagoodideatoplanyour installation on paper, using exact
measurements for clearances and floor 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 qualified 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
isrecommended 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.
B. Fire Safety
To provide reasonable fire safety, the following should be
given serious consideration:
1. Install at least one smoke detector on each floor 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 fire extinguisher to
contend with small fires resulting from burning embers.
3. A CO detector should be installed in the room with the
appliance.
3. A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two
escape routes.
4. A plan to deal with a chimney fire as follows:
In the event of a chimney fire:
a Evacuate the house immediately
b. Notify fire department
WARNING
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIM-
NEY FLUE SERVICING ANOTHER APPLI-
ANCE.
• DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBU-
TION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
May allow flue gases to enter the house.
Asphyxiation Risk.
Fire Risk.
WARNING
• Do not operate appliance before reading and
understanding operating instructions.
• Failure to operate appliance properly may
cause a house fire.
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
• Consult insurance carrier, local building, fire officials or
authorities having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation
inspection, and permits.
CAUTION
• Installation and use of any damaged appliance.
• Modification 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 Overfire - If appliance or chimney connector
glows, you are overfiring.
Any such action that may cause a fire hazard.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be
voided by, the following actions: