Quadra-Fire MTVI-E2-MBK User manual

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MT. VERNON E2 INSERT
PELLET STOVE
Model(s):
MTVI-E2-MBK
MTVI-E2-CSB
MTVI-E2-PMH
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
O-T L
Tested and
Listed by Portland
Oregon USA
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
CUS
HOT SURFACES!
Glass and other surfaces are hot
during operation AND cool down.
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.
WARNING
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
fire could result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
• Do not overfire - If heater or chimney con-
nector 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
Please read this entire manual before installation and use of this
pellet fuel-burning room heater. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death.
061-S-84-2
CAUTION
Tested and approved for wood pellets and shelled
corn only. Burning of any other type of fuel voids your
warranty.
NOTE
To obtain a French translation of this manual, please contact
your dealer or visit www.quadrafire.com
00Pour obtenir une traduction française de ce manuel, s’il vous
plaît contacter votre revendeur ou visitez www.quadrafire.com
NOTE
A 2:1 mix of pellets to corn is approved, but may require the
firepot to be cleaned more frequently. CAUTION
Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and na-
tional codes and regulations.
• Consult local building, fire officials or authorities having juris-
diction about restrictions, installation inspection, and permits.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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.
Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home Technologies.
1 Important Safety Information.............3
A. Appliance Certification......................................................3
B. BTU & Efficiency Specifications........................................3
C. Glass Specifications.........................................................3
D. Electrical Rating................................................................3
E. Mobile Home Approved ....................................................3
F. Non-Combustible Materials................................................3
G. Combustible Materials.......................................................3
2 Getting Started....................................4
A . Design, Installation & Location Considerations ..........................4
B. Tools And Supplies Needed...............................................5
C. Inspect Appliance and Components .................................5
D. Install Checklist..................................................................6
3 Dimensions and Clearances..............7
A. Appliance Dimensions ......................................................7
B. Clearance To Combustibles, US & Canada.......................8
C. Masonry & Zero Clearance Fireplaces.............................9
D. Floor Protection................................................................9
E. Minimum Opening for Masonry & Zero Clearance
Fireplaces..........................................................................9
F. Installation into a Factory-Built Fireplace...........................10
G. Installation into a Masonry Fireplace................................11
H. Prefabricated Metal Chimney...........................................11
4 Vent Information................................12
A. Venting Termination Minimum Requirements...................12
B. Avoiding Smoke and Odors...............................................13
C. Negative Pressure............................................................14
D. Draft..................................................................................14
E. Chimney and Exhaust Connection ..................................14
F. Equivalent Feet of Pipe ....................................................15
G. Pipe Selection Chart ........................................................15
5 Venting Systems...............................16
A. Full Reline With Outside Air - Horizontal ..........................16
B. Full Reline With Outside Air - Vertical ..............................17
6 Appliance Set-Up..............................18
A. Leveling System ................................................................18
B. Outside Air Kit Instructions ................................................18
C. Hearth Support..................................................................18
D. Removal of Cast Sides......................................................19
E. Surround and Trim Set - Cast............................................19
F. Surround & Trim Set, Basic................................................20
G. Optional Log Set Placement Instructions..........................20
H. Programmable Wall Thermostat Installation......................21
I. Power Cord........................................................................22
J. Trim Adjustment..................................................................23
7 Mobile Home Installation..................24
8 Accessory List ..................................25

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The Quadra-Fire Mt. Vernon E2 Pellet Insert meets the U.S. Envi-
ronmental Protection Agency’s emission limits for pellet inserts
sold after May 15, 2015.
This pellet insert needs periodic inspection and repair for proper
operation.It isagainst federalregulations tooperate thispellet insert
in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.
EPA Certification #: 984-15
EPA Certified Emissions: 0.5 grams per hour
*LHV Tested Efficiency: 81.6 %
**HHV Tested Efficiency: 75.5* %
***EPA BTU Output: 13,900 to 42,200 / hr.
****BTU Input: 18,100 to 55,000 / hr.
Vent Size: 3 or 4 inches, “L” or “PL”
Hopper Capacity: 52 lbs.
Fuel Wood Pellets
* Weighted average LHV efficiency using data collected during
EPA emissions test.
**Weighted average HHV efficiency using 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.
****Based on the maximum feed rate per hour multiplied by
approximately 8600 BTU’s which is the average BTU’s from a
pound of pellets.
1 Important Safety Information
NOTE: Hearth & Home Technologies, manufacturer of this appli-
ance, reserves the right to alter its products, their specifications
and/or price without notice.
Improperinstallation, adjustment,alteration, serviceor maintenance
can cause injury or property damage.
Forassistance or additionalinformation, consulta qualifiedinstaller,
service agency or your dealer.
• 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.
• Operatingappliance withoutlegs attached(if suppliedwithunit).
• 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:
C. Glass Specifications
This stove is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass. Replace
glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please contact your
dealer for replacement glass.
D. Electrical Rating
115 VAC, 60 Hz, Start 2.9 Amps, Run 2.45 Amps
Model Mt. Vernon Insert Pellet Stove E2
Laboratory OMNI Test Laboratories, Inc.
Report No. 061-S-84-2
Type Solid Fuel Room Heater, Pellet and
Shelled Corn Fuel Burning Type
Standard ASTM E1509-12, ULC-S628-93 and
(UM) 84-HUD, Mobile Home Approved.
FCC Complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
A. Appliance Certification
NOTICE: This installation must conform with local codes. In
the absence of local codes you must comply with the ASTM
E1509-12, ULC S628-93, (UM) 84-HUD and ULC/ORD-
C-1482.
B. BTU & Efficiency Specifications
E. Mobile Home Approved
• 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 floor, ceiling,
and walls must be maintained.
• The appliance must be properly grounded to the frame
of the mobile home and use only Listed pellet vent Class “L”
or “PL” connector pipe.
• Outside Air Kit (OAK-3) must be installed in a mobile
home installation.
F. 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
Materials reported as passing ASTM E 136, Standard
Test Method for Behavior of Metals, in a Vertical Tube
Furnace of 750° C.
G. 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: flame proofed or not,
plastered or un-plastered.

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2 Getting Started
Marginal Location:
• Below peak
Location NOT recommended:
• Not the highest point of the roof
• Wind loading possible
Multi-level Roofs
Windward
Leeward
Recommended:
Outside Air Intake
on windward side
NOT recommended:
Outside Air Intake
on leeward side
Recommended Location:
• Above peak
Recommended:
• Insulated exterior chase
in cooler climates
Recommended Location:
• Above peak
• Inside heated space
Location NOT recommended:
• Too close to tree
• Below adjacent structure
• Lower roof line
• Avoid outside wall
Marginal Location:
• Wind loading possible
Figure 4.1
A . Design, Installation & Location Considerations
1. Appliance Location
NOTICE: Check building codes prior to installation.
• Installation MUST comply with local, regional, state and
national codes and regulations.
• Consult insurance carrier, local building inspector, fire
officials or authorities having jurisdiction over restrictions,
installation inspection and permits.
Itis a good ideato planyour installationon paper, using exact
measurements for clearances and floor protection, before
actually beginning the installation. Location of the appliance
and chimney will affect performance.
Consideration must be given to:
• Safety, convenience, traffic flow
• Placement of the chimney and chimney connector and to
minimize the use of chimney offsets.
• Place the appliance where there will be a clear passage
for a Listed chimney through the ceiling and roof (vertical)
or through exterior wall (horizontal).
• Installing the required outside air kit will affect the location
of the vent termination.
When locating vent and venting termination, the ideal loca-
tion is to vent above roof line when possible. This minimizes
the affects of wind loading.
Since pellet exhaust can contain ash, soot or sparks, you
must consider the location of:
• Windows
• Air Intakes
• Air Conditioner
• Overhang, soffits, porch roofs, adjacent walls
• Landscaping, vegetation
• Horizontal or vertical vent termination
2. Floor Support
The supporting floor under the appliance must be able to
handle the weight of the appliance, fuel load and the weight
of the chimney.
Ensure that your floor will support these weights prior to
installation. Add sufficient additional support to meet this
weight requirement prior to installation. The weight of the
appliance is 510 lbs. with a full load of fuel the max weight
is 557 lbs.
WARNING
Risk of Fire! Damaged parts could impair safe operation.
Do NOT install damaged, incomplete or substitute com-
ponents.

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• 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.
• Do NOT Overfire
Or any such action that may cause a fire hazard.
WARNING
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be
voided by, the following actions:
Reciprocating Saw Channel Locks
Hammer Phillips Screwdriver
Tape Measure Plumb Line
1/4” Self-Tapping Screws Framing Material
Hi-temp Caulking Material Gloves
Safety Glasses Framing Square
Electric Drill & Bits (1/4”) Level
May also need:
Vent Support Straps Venting Paint
Tools and building supplies normally required
for installation, unless installing into an existing
masonry fireplace:
B. Tools And Supplies Needed C. Inspect Appliance and Components
• Open the appliance and remove all the parts and articles
packed inside the Component Pack. Inspect all the parts
and glass for shipping damage.
• Report to your dealer any parts damaged in shipment.
• All labels have been removed from the glass door.
• Plated surfaces have been wiped clean with a soft cloth,
if applicable.
• Readalltheinstructionsbeforestartingtheinstallation.
Follow these instructions carefully during the
installation to ensure maximum safety and benefit.
• Follow pipe manufacturer instructions for installation
and air clearance requirements.
NOTE: Upon removing the appliance from the fireplace
a tag shall be permanently attached to the fireplace
indicating it has been altered and should be inspected
by a qualified person prior to re-use as a convectional
fireplace (tag included in component pack).
Risk of Fire!
Damaged parts could impair safe operation.
Do NOT install damaged, incomplete or
substitute components.
WARNING

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ATTENTION INSTALLER:
Follow this Standard Work Checklist
This standard work checklist is to be used by the installer in conjunction with, not instead of, the instructions contained in this installation manual.
Customer:
Date Installed:
Lot/Address:
Location of Fireplace:
Installer:
Dealer/ Distributor Phone #:
Serial #:
Model (circle one): MTVI-E2-MBK MTVI-E2-CSB MTVI-E2-PMH
WARNING! Risk of Fire or Explosion! Failure to install fireplace according to these instructions can lead to a fire or explosion.
D. Install Checklist
Appliance Install
Required non-combustible floor protection (Pg. 8)
Verified clearance to combustible (Pg. 8)
Unit is leveled and secured
Venting/Chimney Section 4 (Pg. 12)
Venting configuration complies with diagrams
Venting installed, sealed and secured in place with proper clearance
Exterior wall/roof flashing installed and sealed
Terminations installed and sealed
OAK installed and sealed (if needed) (Pg. 18)
Electrical
120VAC unswitched power provided to the appliance (Pg. 21)
Appliance Setup Section 6 (Pg. 18)
All packaging and protective materials removed
Accessories installed properly
Started appliance and verified that all motors and blowers operate as the should
Manual bag and all of its contents are removed from inside/under the fireplace
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 fireplace until the installation 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)
Part # 4017-254 • Rev B • 01/29/13
YES IF NO, WHY?

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Figure 7.2 - Front View with Basic Surround Panel Set
Figure 7.1 - Top View Figure 7.3 - Side View
23-7/8 [606]
32 [812]
26-1/4 [667]
7/8
[23]
15
[382]
13-1/8
[333]
29-3/4
[756] 23-7/8
[605]
26-7/8 [683]
16-1/2 [419]
50 [1270]
33
[838]
46-1/8 [1171]
34-7/8
[886]
36-5/8 [930]
Figure 7.4 - Front View with Cast Panel Set
3 Dimensions and Clearances
A. Appliance Dimensions

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Fire Risk.
Comply with all minimum clearances to
combustibles as specified.
Failure to comply may cause house
fire.
WARNING
Note:
•Illustrations reflect typical installations and
are FOR DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY.
•Illustrations/diagrams are not drawn to scale.
•Actual installation may vary due to individual
design preference.
C
A
B
A
B. Clearance To Combustibles, US & Canada
Location Configuration Inches Millimeters
A Side of Outside Skin Top or Rear Vent 2 51
B Vent Pipe to Combustible Top or Rear Vent 3 76
C Cast Side to Side Wall Top or Rear Vent 6 152
J
K
3 in
[76mm]
Outside
Air
3 in
[76mm]
6 in
[152mm]
3 in
[76mm]
Built-in Unit - Rear Vent with Outside Air
Figure 8.1
Figure 8.2
Built-in Unit - Rear Vent
Note: In Canada where passage through a
wall or partition of combustible construction is
desired, the installation shall conform to
CAN/CSA-B365.
Through the wall, horizontal termination cap
must be a minimum of 6” (152mm) from the
wall. Approved for mobile home installations.
Must use 3” or 4” (76-102mm) “L” or “PL”
listed pellet venting or listed double wall pipe
and a Quadrafire outside air kit (OAK3) in
mobile homes.

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E. Minimum Opening for Masonry & Zero
Clearance Fireplaces
Location Inches Millimeters
A Insert side to combustible side wall 6 152
B Insert top to max. 2-1/4 inch face trim 0 0
C
Insert side to max. 2-1/4 inch face trim 00
** Face Trim not to exceed 3/4”
Location Inches Millimeters
F Rear Width 24 610
G Depth 16-1/2 381
H Height 23-7/8 606
I Front Width 34 864
Figure 9.2
Figure 9.3
C. Masonry & Zero Clearance Fireplaces
Location Inches Millimeters
D Floor protection hearth extension from
door opening 6 152
E Floor protection to the side of door
opening 6 152
D. Floor Protection
F
GH
I
Mantel
Side Wall
D
E
A
B
C
2-1/4
Built-In Vertical
Figure 9.1
3 in
[76mm]
Outside
Air
J
K
The maximum mantel depth (J) is 12 inches (305mm) with a
minimum vertical height (K) of 12 inches (305mm).
However if your mantel has a depth of 10 inches (254mm)
then the vertical minimum height is 10 inches (254mm).
• Use a non-combustible floor protector, extending beneath
appliance and to the front, and sides as indicated.
• If employing a hearth extension, any parts or materials used in
construction must be non-combustible.

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Mark area of
floor to cut
Starter hole
Use 2 x 4 from insert
packaging to support insert
F. Installation into a Factory-Built Fireplace
The following modifications are permissible:
• Removal of damper or locked in open position
• Removal of smoke shelf or baffle
• Removal of ember catches
• Removel of fire grate
• Removal of view screen/curtain
• Removal of doors
• Removal of factory-built fireplace floor
• External trim pieces which do not affect the operation of
thefireplacemay be removed providing they can bestored
on or within the fireplace for reassembly if the insert is
removed.
• The permanent metal warning label provided must be
attached to the back of the fireplace, with screws or
nails, stating that the fireplace may have been altered to
accommodate the insert, and must be returned to original
conditionfor use as aconventional fireplace. Figure 10.1
Figure 10.2. Measure and mark the metal
floor for cutting. With a drill, make a starter
hole in each corner.
Figure 10.3. Using a saws-all, cut out the
floor.
Figure 10.4. If the floor is made of thin
metal, we recommend using the 2 x 4 from
the insert packaging to support the insert.
The 2 x 4 may need to be cut to the appro-
priate size.
250-2061
WARNING
THIS FIREPLACE MAY HAVE BEEN ALTERED
TOACCOMMODATE AN INSERT. IT MUST BE
RETURNED TO ITS ORIGINAL CONDITION
BEFORE USE AS A SOLID FUEL BURNING
FIREPLACE. 250-2061
Figure 10.1
• Ifthe hearth extension islower thanthe fireplaceopening,
theportion of the insertextending ontothe hearthmustbe
supported.
• Manufacturer designed adjustable support kit can be
ordered from your dealer.
NOTE: Refer to chimney liner manufacturer for recom-
mendations on supporting the liner. Installation
into fireplaces without a permit will void the listing.•
• The firebrick (refractory), glass doors, screen rails,
screen mesh and log grates can be removed from a fac-
tory-built firebox in order to gain minimum insert open-
ing requirements.
• Any smoke shelves, shields and baffles may be removed
from a factory-built firebox if attached with mechanical
fasteners.
• The metal floor of the factory-built firebox may be
removed to facilitate the installation of the insert only
when a 1 inch (25mm) airspace is provided between the
insert and the floor of outer wrap.
The following is only one example as there are many differ-
ent models of factory-built fireplaces.
NOTE: This example is for reference only.Any modifica-
tions must not compromise the structural integrity
or reduce the protection for combustible materials.