Quadra-Fire EXPLR-III-PBK User manual

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NOTICE: DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL
Explorer III Wood Appliance
Model(s):
EXPLR-III-PBK
EXPLR-III-PDB
EXPLR-III-PFT
EXPLR-III-PMH
EXPLR-III-MBK
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 questions on installation, operation, or service.
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
replace.
• 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
If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a
re may result causing property
damage, personal injury, or death.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other am-
mable 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.
WARNING
Fire Risk
For use with solid wood fuel only.
Other fuels may over re and generate
poisonous gases (i.e. carbon monoxide).
WARNING
NOTE
To obtain a French translation of this manual, please contact
your dealer or visit www.quadrare.com
Pour obtenir une traduction française de ce manuel, s’il vous
plaît contacter votre revendeur ou visitez www.quadrare.com
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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A. Sample of Serial Number / Safety Label
LOCATION: Back of appliance
CONFIDENTIAL PROPERTY OF HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC.
PART NAME:
DRAWN BY: SCALE: MATERIAL:
SHEET:
PART NUMBER: REV:
THIS PRINT IS CHECKED AND CONTROLLED BY THE ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENTS OF HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES INC.
ECO # DATE BY REV
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED DIMS ARE INCHES[MM] & : TOLERANCES ARE: (2) PLACE DEC : ± 0.03 (3) PLACE DEC: ± 0.005 ANGLE: ± 2° FRACTION: ± 1/16
OUTSIDE MATERIAL. NORMAL DIM & INSIDE MATERIAL. OUTSIDE APEX INSIDE APEX - DIMS ENCLOSED BY AN OVAL ARE CRITICAL DIMENSIONS
REVISIONS
ITEM PART NUMBER PART NAME QTY
room for .14 x .875” S/N
1.5” x .375 Barcode Label
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.
MAISON MOBILE: PAS APPROUVÉ POUR MOBILE HOME INSTALLATIONS AU
CANADA
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES In Inches & (Millimeters)
NOTE: All "A" , "C" and "F" Dimensions are to inside diameter of the flue collar.
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: 90
o
ELBOW OFF TOP OF STOVE THROUGH BACKWALL
INSTALLATION: 90
o
DU COURBURE AU DESSUS DE HAUT DU PO Ê LE 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.
SERIAL NO. / NUMÉRO DE SÉRIE
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
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.
BACKWALL/SIDEWALL
MUR ARRIÈRE/MUR DE CÔTÉ CORNER INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION DU COIN
DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL / NE PAS ENLEVER L'ÉTIQUETTE
*Au Canada doit conformer a CAN/ULC-S629-M87 la norme pour 650 degré C cheminée
bâtit en usine.
CV063
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.
1445 N. Highway, Colville, WA 99114
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
G
B
J
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
O-T L
Tested and
Listed by
Portland
Oregon USA
OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.
CUS
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.
2016 2017 2018 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
7060-239E
Serial No.
SAMPLE
Test Lab &
Report No.
Model
Name
Mfg. Date
NOTE: Clearances may only be reduced by means
approved by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction
and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family!

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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.
A. Sample of Serial Number / Safety Label ...........................2
B. Warranty Policy..................................................................4
C. Quick Start Guide ..............................................................6
1 Listing and Code Approvals.........................7
A. Appliance Certication .......................................................7
B. BTU & Efciency Specications.........................................7
C. Mobile Home Approved (USA ONLY) ................................7
D. Glass Specications ..........................................................7
2 Operating Instructions..................................8
A. Over-Firing Your Appliance................................................8
B. Wood Selection & Storage.................................................8
C. Burning Process ................................................................8
D. Automatic Combustion Control (ACC) ...............................9
E. Air Controls .......................................................................9
F. Burn Rates and Operating Efciency .................................10
G. Building A Fire ..................................................................10
H. Correct Bafe & Blanket Placement ..................................11
I. Griddle Handle and Griddle Lid Operating Instructions.......11
J. Blower Operating Instructions ...........................................12
K. Opacity (Smoke) ...............................................................12
L. Negative Pressure..............................................................13
M. Frequently Asked Questions .............................................13
3 Maintenance and Service............................14
A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide................................14
B. General Maintenance ........................................................15
4 Troubleshooting Guide ...............................17
5 Service Part Replacement ..........................18
A. Glass Replacement ...........................................................18
B. Firebrick Replacement ......................................................18
C. Snap Disc Replacement ...................................................19
D. Door Handle Assembly ......................................................19
E. Secondary Tube & Bafe Board Removal .........................19
6 Reference Materials.....................................20
A. Explorer III Exploded View.................................................20
B. Explorer III Service Parts List ............................................21
C. Explorer III Accessory List .................................................25

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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, coal and electric hearth appliances that are purchased from an HHT authorized dealer.
WARRANTY COVERAGE:
HHT warrants to the original owner of the HHT appliance at the site of installation, and to any transferee taking ownership
of the appliance at the site of installation within two years following the date of original purchase, that the HHT appliance
will be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of manufacture. After installation, if covered compo-
nents manufactured by HHT are found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the applicable warranty period,
HHT will, at its option, repair or replace the covered components. HHT, at its own discretion, may fully discharge all of its
obligations under such warranties by replacing the product itself or refunding the verified purchase price of the product
itself. The maximum amount recoverable under this warranty is limited to the purchase price of the product. This warranty
is subject to conditions, exclusions and limitations as described below.
WARRANTY PERIOD:
Warranty coverage begins on the date of original purchase. In the case of new home construction, warranty coverage
begins on the date of first occupancy of the dwelling or six months after the sale of the product by an independent,
authorized HHT dealer/ distributor, whichever occurs earlier. The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months
following the date of product shipment from HHT, regardless of the installation or occupancy date. The warranty period for
parts and labor for covered components is produced in the following table.
The term “Limited Lifetime” in the table below is defined as: 20 years from the beginning date of warranty coverage for
gas appliances, and 10 years from the beginning date of warranty coverage for wood, pellet, and coal appliances. These
time periods reflect the minimum expected useful lives of the designated components under normal operating conditions.
See conditions, exclusions, and limitations on next page.
PartsLabor Gas WoodPelletEPA
Wood
CoalElectricVenting
XXXXX X X
All parts and material except as
covered by Conditions,
Exclusions, and Limitations
listed
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and glass
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beyond warranty period
Warranty Period HHT Manufactured Appliances and Venting
1 Year
Components Covered
3 years
2 years
90 Days
XIgnition Modules
B. Warranty Policy

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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 while the HHT appliance remains at the site of original installation.
• 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 is unable to provide necessary parts, contact
the nearest HHT authorized dealer or supplier. Additional service fees may apply if you are seeking warranty service
from a dealer 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.
This warranty is void if:
• The appliance has been over-fired or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, fluorine, or other damaging
chemicals. Over-firing can be identified by, but not limited to, warped plates or tubes, rust colored cast iron, bubbling,
cracking and discoloration of steel or enamel finishes.
• The appliance is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation.
• There is any damage to the appliance or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but
not limited to, improper chimney or venting installation.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY:
• The owner’s exclusive remedy and HHT’s sole obligation under this warranty, under any other warranty, express or
implied, or in contract, tort or otherwise, shall be limited to replacement, repair, or refund, as specified above. In no
event will HHT be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in the appliance. Some states
do not allow exclusions or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific rights; you may also 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.
WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS:
This warranty does not cover the following:
• Changes in surface finishes as a result of normal use. As a heating appliance, some changes in color of interior and
exterior surface finishes may occur. This is not a flaw and is not covered under warranty.
• Damage to printed, plated, or enameled surfaces caused by fingerprints, accidents, misuse, scratches, melted items,
or other external sources and residues left on the plated surfaces from the use of abrasive cleaners or polishes.
• Repair or replacement of parts that are subject to normal wear and tear during the warranty period. These parts
include: paint, wood, pellet and coal gaskets, firebricks, grates, flame guides, batteries and the discoloration of glass.
• Expansion, contraction, or movement of certain parts causing noise. These conditions are normal and complaints
related to this noise are not covered by this warranty.
• Damages resulting from: (1) failure to install, operate, or maintain the appliance in accordance with the installation
instructions, operating instructions, and listing agent identification label furnished with the appliance; (2) failure to
install the appliance in accordance with local building codes; (3) shipping or improper handling; (4) improper opera-
tion, abuse, misuse, continued operation with damaged, corroded or failed components, accident, or improperly/
incorrectly performed repairs; (5) environmental conditions, inadequate ventilation, negative pressure, or drafting
caused by tightly sealed constructions, insufficient make-up air supply, or handling devices such as exhaust fans or
forced air furnaces or other such causes; (6) use of fuels other than those specified in the operating instructions; (7)
installation or use of components not supplied with the appliance or any other components not expressly authorized
and approved by HHT; (8) modification of the appliance not expressly authorized and approved by HHT in writing;
and/or (9) interruptions or fluctuations of electrical power supply to the appliance.
• Non-HHT venting components, hearth components or other accessories used in conjunction with the appliance.
• Any part of a pre-existing fireplace system in which an insert or a decorative gas appliance is installed.
• HHT’s obligation under this warranty does not extend to the appliance’s capability to heat the desired space. Informa-
tion is provided to assist the consumer and the dealer in selecting the proper appliance for the application. Consider-
ation must be given to appliance location and configuration, environmental conditions, insulation and air tightness of
the structure.
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C. Quick Start Guide
ITEMS NEEDED FOR FIRST FIRE: 10 Pieces of Newspaper, 10-20 Pieces of Dry Kindling
and a Few Pieces of Dry Split Wood.
Note: These are generic drawings and may not represent your specific model.
2 3
LOAD WOOD ADD NEWSPAPER
45
6
ADD KINDLING WARNING! Risk of Fire
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.
ADD MORE WOOD
The appliance is ready
for normal operation.
LIGHT THE PAPER
OPEN AIR CONTROLS
1
Burn Rate
Control
HIGH
HIGH
HIGH
ACC
Control
7
REDUCE AIR
CONTROLS
Set to desired heat output.
LOW
LOW
Burn Rate
Control
ACC
Control

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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: 70,300
Vent Size: 6 inches
Firebox Size: 3.0 cubic feet
Maximum Wood Length: 22 inches
Ideal Wood Length: 18 inches
Fuel Seasoned Cord Wood
* Weighted average LHV efciency using Douglas Fir dimension-
al lumber and data collected during EPA emissions test.
**Weighted average HHV efciency using Douglas Fir dimen-
sional 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 max-
imum rst hour burn rate from the High EPA Test and the BTU
content of cord wood (8600) times the efciency.
The Quadra-Fire Explorer III Wood Appliance (ACC) meets
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s crib wood emis-
sion 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.
1 Listing and Code Approvals
A. Appliance Certication
NOTE: Hearth & Home Technologies, manufacturer of
this appliance, reserves the right to alter its products, their
specications and/or price without notice.
• This appliance is approved for mobile home installa-
tions in the USA when not installed in a sleeping room
and when an outside combustion air inlet is provided.
• The structural integrity of the mobile home oor, 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
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.
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.
Quadra-Fire is a registered trademark of Hearth & Home
Technologies.
• 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.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
Hearth & Home Technologies disclaims any
responsibility for, and the warranty will be voided by,
the following actions:
B. BTU & Efciency Specications
This appliance is equipped with 5mm ceramic glass.
Replace glass only with 5mm ceramic glass. Please con-
tact your dealer for replacement glass.
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!
D. Glass Specications
C. Mobile Home Approved (USA ONLY)

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User Guide
2 Operating Instructions
1. Symptoms of Over-Firing
Symptoms of over-ring may include one or more of the
following:
• Chimney connector or appliance glowing
• Roaring, rumbling noises
• Loud cracking or banging sounds
• Metal warping
• Chimney re
2. What To Do if Your Appliance is Over-Firing
• Immediately close the door and air controls to reduce
air supply to the re.
• If you suspect a chimney re, call the re department
and evacuate your house.
• Contact your local chimney professional and have your
appliance and appliance pipe inspected for any dam-
age.
• Do not use your appliance until the chimney profes-
sional informs you it is safe to do so.
Hearth & Home Technologies WILL NOT warranty applianc-
es that exhibit evidence of over-ring. Evidence of over-r-
ing includes, but is not limited to:
• Warped air tube
• Deteriorated refractory brick retainers
• Deteriorated bafe and other interior components
B. Wood Selection & Storage
Burn only dry seasoned wood. Store wood under cover, out
of the rain and snow. Dry and well-seasoned wood will not
only minimize the chance of creosote formation, but will give
you the most efcient re. Even dry wood contains at least
15% moisture by weight, and should be burned hot enough
to keep the chimney hot for as long as it takes to dry the
wood out - about one hour. It is a waste of energy to burn
unseasoned wood of any kind.
Dead wood lying on the forest oor should be considered wet,
and requires full seasoning time. Standing dead wood can
A. Over-Firing Your Appliance be considered to be about 2/3 seasoned. To tell if wood is
dry enough to burn, check the ends of the logs. If there are
cracks radiating in all directions from the center, it is dry. If
your wood sizzles in the re, even though the surface is dry,
it may not be fully cured.
Splitting wood before it is stored reduces drying time. Wood
should be stacked so that both ends of each piece are
exposed to air, since more drying occurs through the cut ends
than the sides. This is true even with wood that has been
split. Store wood under cover, such as in a shed, or covered
with a tarp, plastic, tar paper, sheets of scrap plywood, etc.,
as uncovered wood can absorb water from rain or snow,
delaying the seasoning process.
C. Burning Process
In recent years there has been an increasing concern about
air quality. Much of the blame for poor air quality has been
placed on the burning of wood for home heating. In order to
improve the situation, we at Quadra-Fire have developed
cleaner-burning wood appliances that surpass the require-
ments for emissions established by our governing agencies.
These wood appliances, like any other appliances, must be
properly operated in order to insure that they perform the way
they are designed to perform. Improper operation can turn
most any wood appliance into a smoldering environmental
hazard.
1. Kindling or First Stage
It helps to know a little about the actual process of burning in
order to understand what goes on inside a appliance. The rst
stage of burning is called the kindling stage. In this stage, the
wood is heated to a temperature high enough to evaporate the
moisture which is present in all wood. The wood will reach
the boiling point of water (212°F) and will not get any hotter
until the water is evaporated. This process takes heat from
the coals and tends to cool the appliance.
Fire requires three things to burn - fuel, air and heat. So, if
heat is robbed from the appliance during the drying stage, the
new load of wood has reduced the chances for a good clean
burn. For this reason, it is always best to burn dry, seasoned
rewood. When the wood isn’t dry, you must open the air
controls and burn at a high burn setting for a longer time to
start it burning. The heat generated from the re should be
warming your home and establishing the ue draft, not evap-
orating the moisture out of wet, unseasoned wood, resulting
in wasted heat.
2. Second Stage
The next stage of burning, the secondary stage, is the period
when the wood gives off ammable gases which burn above
the fuel with bright ames. During this stage of burning it is
very important that the ames be maintained and not allowed
to go out. This will ensure the cleanest possible re. If the
ames tend to go out, it is set too low for your burning condi-
tions. The air control located at the upper right hand corner
Fire Risk
Do not over-re.
Over-ring may ignite creosote or will damage the appli-
ance and chimney.
To prevent over-ring your appliance, DO NOT:
• Use ammable liquids
• Overload with wood
• Burn trash or large amounts of scrap lumber
• Permit too much air to the re
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Figure 9.1
AIR CONTROLS
(FIG 9.1)
Burn Rate Control
ACC Control
Figure 9.2
MANUAL OVERIDE
(FIG 9.2)
is used to adjust for burn rates. This is called the Burn Rate
Air Control. Figure 9.1
3. Final Stage
The nal stage of burning is the charcoal stage. This occurs
when the ammable gases have been mostly burned and only
charcoal remains. This is a naturally clean portion of the burn.
The coals burn with hot blue ames.
It is very important to reload your appliance while enough
lively hot coals remain in order to provide the amount of heat
needed to dry and rekindle the next load of wood. It is best
to open the Burn Rate Air and Start-Up Air Controls before
reloading. This livens up the coal bed and reduces excessive
emissions (opacity/smoke). Open door slowly so that ash or
smoke does not exit appliance through opening. You should
also break up any large chunks and distribute the coals so
that the new wood is laid on hot coals.
Air quality is important to all of us, and if we choose to use
wood to heat our homes we should do so responsibly. To do
this we need to learn to burn our appliances in the cleanest
way possible. Doing this will allow us to continue using our
wood appliances for many years to come.
D. Automatic Combustion Control (ACC)
Typically, when you build a re, you open the air controls fully
and monitor the re to prevent it from going into an over re
situation and/or burning your wood up too quickly before you
shut down the air controls to the desired burn rate. With the
Automatic Combustion Control (ACC) system, you do not have
to continually monitor the re. Once you set the ACC system
it will control the re for you. Follow the instructions below to
learn how to operate your appliance with ease.
E. Air Controls
1. Burn Rate Air Control
This air supply enters at the upper front of the rebox, near
the top of the glass door. This preheated air supplies the
necessary fresh oxygen to mix with the unburned gases,
helping to create second, third and fourth combustions. This
air is regulated by the Burn Rate Air Control. When the control
is moved all the way to the left it is on the High setting and
when moved all the way to the right it is on the Low setting.
Figure 9.1
2. Start-Up Air Control
The Start-Up Air Control function is to activate the Automatic
Combustion Control system (ACC). This function is performed
by pushing the control all the way back until it stops and then
pulling forward to the front of the appliance until it stops. This
activates the ACC system and opens the front air channel and
allows air to enter the front of the appliance for approximately
25 minutes. The front air channel gradually shuts down until it
is completely closed at the end of the 25 minutes. The re is
now controlled by the air supplied by the Burn Rate Air Con-
trol. This function should be performed each time you reload
the appliance. Start up air can be locked open for High burn
setting if desired (see page 10 for instructions) Figure 9.1
3. Manual Timer Over-Ride
If you need to shut the ACC system off before it shuts itself
off after 25 minutes (i.e. over re situation), reach down to
the bottom right and pull the lever toward you. Figure 9.2
Injury Risk.
• Gloves recommended
CAUTION
• Always operate this appliance with the door closed
and latched except during start-up and re-fueling or
when using the re screen.
• Operating with the door partly open can cause:
• Hot embers or sparks to fall out
• Flames and smoke may be drawn out from
rebox opening
Fire Risk.
WARNING

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G. Building A Fire
Before lighting your rst re in the appliance:
NOTE: The special high temperature paint that your appli-
ance is nished with will cure as your appliance heats.
You will notice an odor and perhaps see some vapor rise
from the appliance surface; this is normal. We recom-
mend that you open a window until the odor dissipates
and paint is cured.
Before starting, remove all labels from glass and inside of
appliance.
There are many ways to build a re. The basic principle is
to light easily-ignitable tinder or paper, which ignites the fast
burning kindling, which in turn ignites the slow-burning re-
wood. Here is one method that works well:
1. Open the Burn Rate Air and Start-Up Air Controls fully.
2. Place several wads of crushed paper on the rebox oor.
Heating the ue with slightly crumpled newspaper before
adding kindling keeps smoke to a minimum.
3. Lay small dry sticks of kindling on top of the paper.
4. Make sure that no matches or other combustibles are in
the immediate area of the appliance. Be sure the room
is adequately ventilated and the ue unobstructed.
5. Light the paper in the appliance. NEVER light or rekindle
re with kerosene, gasoline, or charcoal lighter uid; the
results can be fatal.
6. Once the kindling is burning quickly, add several full-length
logs 3 inches (76mm) or 4 inches (102mm) in diameter.
Be careful not to smother the re. Stack the pieces of
wood carefully; near enough to keep each other hot, but
far enough away from each other to allow adequate air
ow between them.
7. Set the Burn Rate Air Control and activate the startup air
(ACC).
8. When ready to reload, It is best to fully open both the Burn
Rate Air and Start-up Air Controls before reloading. This
livens up the coal bed and reduces excessive emissions
(opacity/smoke). Open door slowly so that ash or smoke
does not exit appliance through opening. Large logs burn
slowly, holding a re longer. Small logs burn fast and hot,
giving quick heat.
9. As long as there are hot coals, repeating steps 6 through
8 will maintain a continuous re throughout the season.
F. Burn Rates and Operating Efciency
This wood appliance has a manufacturer-set minimum low
burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal reg-
ulations to alter this setting or otherwise operate this wood
appliance in a manner inconsistent with operating instruc-
tions in this manual.
NOTE: Due to altitude and other circumstances this
operation information is a guideline, appliances may
run settings not in accordance with these guidelines
to achieve same desired burn rates.
NOTE: Operate appliance on High Burn 45 minutes a day
to help keep ue/chimney clean.
NOTE:
• Build re on brick rebox oor.
• Do NOT use grates, andirons or other methods to support fuel.
It will adversely affect emissions.
WARNING
Fire Risk
Do NOT store wood:
• Closer than required clearances to combustibles to
appliance
• Within space required for loading or ash removal.
Do NOT operate appliance:
• With appliance door open.
• With ash removal system door open.
Fire Risk
• Do NOT burn wet or green wood.
•Store wood in dry location.
• Stack wood so both ends are exposed to air.
Wet, unseasoned wood can cause accumulation of
creosote.
WARNING
For maximum operating efciency
1. This appliance has a timer system (ACC) that operates
the appliance at its maximum efciency removing any
guess work for the homeowner. Follow the instructions
below for each burn rate for the Start-Up Air Control and
Burn Rate Air Control. Figure 9.1
2. Burn dry, well-seasoned wood.
Burn Rate examples
Primary control is open when moved to the left…
1. Low burn setting- Move burn rate control to far right.
Activate the startup air by pushing in and pulling out.
2. Medium low burn setting-Move burn rate control left
from low setting 1/8”-1/2”. Activate startup air by push-
ing in and pulling out.
3. Medium high burn setting- Move burn rate control
to far left. Activate the startup air by pushing in and
pulling out.
4. High burn setting: Move burn rate control to far left.
Activate the startup air by pushing in without pulling
back. This locks ACC open for maximum combustion
air.
Note: 1-3 burn settings the fan shall be off for the rst 30
minutes and then be operated in the high position. High
burn setting, fan shall be may continue to be on full after
the loading of the fuel.

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Figure 11.1
1. Using Griddle Handle
Attach griddle handle to receiver button by sliding
handle in a left to right motion ensuring that the handle
is securely engaged (Figure 11.2).
2. Lift griddle handle to open the cast griddle lid. Leave
griddle handle in place when in open position (Figure
11.2).
3. Closing Cast Griddle Lid
Use griddle handle to carefully close cast griddle lid,
remove griddle handle and store on handle storage
hanger (Figure 11.2).
• Do not leave the re unattended when the door is
unlatched or when using the re screen.
• Unstable rewood could fall out of the rebox cre-
ating a re hazard to your home.
WARNING
Fire Risk.
H. Correct Bafe & Blanket Placement
WARNING
CAUTION
The bafe boards are FRAGILE. Use extreme caution when
loading rewood to prevent:
• Cracking, breaking or damaging the bafe boards
DO NOT operate the appliance without bafe boards
Fire Risk
Firebox damage due to improper bafe place-
ment is not covered by warranty. Operate the
wood burning appliance with the bafe in the cor-
rect position only.
Ensure correct bafe placement and replace bafe com-
ponents if damaged or missing.
Not doing so could result in:
Reduced efciency Overheating the chimney
Poor Performance Overheating the rear of the rebox
Rear baffle plate and board in proper
position
Make sure the rear bafe plate and board are all the way
back inside the rebox as shown in Figure 11.1.
I. Griddle Handle and Griddle Lid Operating
Instructions
• Cast griddle top is heavy.
• When griddle top is open; pinch points exist.
• Keep body parts away from pinch points.
CAUTION
Injury Risk.
1
2
3
Figure 11.2
Fire Risk
• Do not leave top load lid open unless loading
for fuel
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J. Blower Operating Instructions
NOTE: If your Quadra-Fire wood appliance is equipped with
an optional blower, you should follow these guidelines:
1. Initial (cold) start-up and all Burn Settings
The blower can be plugged in and turned on right away.
The blower fan is turned on and off by a snap disc. When
your appliance has reached a certain temperature the
blower will turn on and when your appliance has cooled
down to a certain temperature it will turn off.
2. The blower is equipped with a speed control. Adjust
the fan speed by turning the speed control clockwise to
“Low” or counterclockwise to “High”.
3. Snap Disc Location
If you nd the blower coming on and off at undesirable
temperatures, relocate the snap disc to another location
in the designated zone on the back of the appliance.
Figure 12.1 There is a manual over-ride switch to
deactivate the snap disc, if necessary.
K. Opacity (Smoke)
This is the measure of how cleanly your appliance is burn-
ing. Opacity is measured in percent; 100% opacity is when
an object is totally obscured by the smoke column from a
chimney, and 0% opacity means that no smoke column can
be seen. As you become familiar with your appliance, you
should periodically check the opacity. This will allow you to
know how to burn as nearly smoke-free as possible (goal of
0% opacity).
WARNING
Fire Risk
• DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE
FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA OR
ENGINE OIL.
• Do NOT burn treated wood or wood with salt (drift-
wood).
• May generate carbon monoxide if burn material other than
wood.
May result in illness or possible death.
Fire Risk
Keep combustible materials, gasoline and other
ammable vapors and liquids clear of appliance.
• Combustible materials may ignite.
• Do NOT store ammable materials in the appliance’s vicinity.
• DO NOT USE GASOLINE, LANTERN FUEL, KEROSENE,
CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID OR SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO
START OR “FRESHEN UP” A FIRE IN THIS Appliance.
• Keep all such liquids well away from the appliance while it is
in use.
WARNING
When burning your rst re, you will experience smoke and
odor from the appliance resulting from the curing of paint and
burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing.
OPEN WINDOWS DURING INITIAL BURN TO DISSIPATE
SMOKE AND ODORS!
• Odors may be irritating to sensitive individuals.
• Smoke detectors may activate.
CAUTION
Figure 12.1
MANUAL: Overides the
Snap Disc
AUTO: Fan will turn
ON/OFF Automatically
by the Snap Disc
Controls the Fan Speed
SNAP DISC LOCATION

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Negative pressure results from the imbalance of air avail-
able 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
To minimize the effects of negative air pressure:
• Install the 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
WARNING
Asphyxiation Risk
• Negative pressure can cause spillage of combustion
fumes, soot and carbon monoxide.
• Appliance needs to draft properly for safety.
L. Negative Pressure
M. Frequently Asked Questions
ISSUES SOLUTIONS
Odor from appliance When rst operated, this appliance may release an odor for the rst several hours. This is
caused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing.
Metallic noise Noise is caused by metal expanding and contracting as it heats up and cools down, similar to
the sound produced by a furnace or heating duct. This noise does not affect the operation or
longevity of the appliance.
Whirring sound If the optional blower has been installed, the blower produces a whirring sound which
increases in volume as the speed is increased.

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Optional Blower
Chimney System
Firebrick & Ash Removal
Door & Glass Assemblies
Door Handle
Frequency
MONTHLY,
After Every
Cord of Wood,
OR
After Each
Cleaning
YEARLY Vacuum the blower impellers.
EVERY 2
MONTHS
or
After Every
2 Cords of
Wood
T he chimney and chimney cap must be inspected for
soot and creosote every two months during the burn
season or more frequency if chimney exceeds or is
under 14-16 ft (4.3m-4.8m) measured from bottom of
appliance.
This will prevent pipe blockage, poor draft, and chim-
Always burn dry wood to help prevent cap blockage
and creosote build-up.
WEEKLY
or
After Every
25 Loads of
Wood
WEEKLY
or
After Every
25 Loads of
Wood
Keep door and glass gasket in good shape to maintain
good burn times on a low burn setting. To test: place
a dollar bill between the appliance and door and then
shut the door. If you can pull the dollar out, remove
one washer from door handle behind latch cam and
try again. If you can still pull it out, replace the door
gasket.
Check the glass frame for loose screws to prevent air
leakage. Check glass for cracks.
YEARLY Check the door latch for proper adjustment. This
is very important especially after the door rope has
formed to the appliance face.
Check door handle for smooth cam operation.
Task
Baffle
Blanket
Ashes must be cool before you can dispose of the
ashes in a non-combustible container.
-
broken.
CAUTION! Allow the appliance to completely cool
down before performing any cleaning or maintenance.
These are generic drawings and may not represent your model.
performance changes, and adjust your schedule according-
ly. Maintenance is required for safe operation and must be
performed to maintain your warranty.
Floor
Protector
Chimney
Connector
Ceiling Support
Listed Chimney
Listed Termination Cap
Storm Collar
Flashing
A. Quick Reference Maintenance Guide
3 Maintenance and Service

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1. Creosote (Chimney) Cleaning
• Frequency: Every 2 months during heating season or
as recommended by a certied chimney sweep; more
frequently if chimney exceeds or is under 14-16 ft.
(measured from bottom of appliance)
• By: Certified Chimney Sweep
Remove all ash from the rebox and extinguish all hot embers
before disposal. Allow the appliance to cool completely.
Disconnect ue pipe or remove bafe and ceramic blanket
from appliance before cleaning chimney. Otherwise residue
can pile up on top of the bafe and ceramic blanket and
the appliance will not work properly. (See Bafe Removal
on page 19). Close the door tightly. The creosote or soot
should be removed with a brush specically designed for
the type of chimney in use. Clean out fallen ashes from the
rebox.
It is also recommended that before each heating season
the entire system be professionally inspected, cleaned and
repaired if necessary.
Inspection: Inspect the system at the appliance connection
and at the chimney top. Cooler surfaces tend to build creosote
deposits quicker, so it is important to check the chimney from
the top as well as from the bottom.
Formation and Need For Removal: When wood is burned
slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors which combine
with expelled moisture to form creosote.
The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool chimney ue
of a newly-started or a slow-burning re. As a result, creosote
residue accumulates on the ue lining. When ignited, this
creosote creates an extremely hot re which may damage the
chimney or even destroy the house.
The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected
once every 2 months during the heating season to determine
if a creosote or soot buildup has occurred. If creosote or soot
has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of a
chimney re.
B. General Maintenance
Fire Risk
• Do not use chimney cleaners or ame colorants in
your appliance. Will corrode chimney pipe.
WARNING
WARNING
Fire Risk
Prevent creosote buildup.
• Inspect chimney connector and chimney once
every two months during heating season.
• Remove creosote to reduce risk of chimney re.
• Ignited creosote is extremely HOT.
a. The appliance and ashes must be completely cooled down
before using the Ash Removal System. Reach down and
locate the ash removal door handle under the left side of the
appliance in the center. Grasp the handle with your ngers
and place your thumb on the latch release (Figure 15.1). Press
the latch release inward. Keep the latch release pressed in and
lower the handle gently. Take your thumb off the release once
the handle is clear of the latch and guide the handle back until
it stops.
b. Remove cast iron cap from inside the rebox using tools
supplied. Clean ash down through the ash removal system
channel into the drawer below.
Inspect the top of the ARS door to ensure all ash has been
removed. You can rapidly move the ARS latch handle up
and down to help remove any ash from the door. Use
a small brush to clean off the top of the door if any ash
remains.
Be sure to replace the cap before operating the appli-
ance. It is recommended to leave 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6-13mm)
of ash on the rebox oor to allow air to ow freely under-
neath wood.
c. Close the door handle, you will hear a “click” when it closes.
Wear gloves to remove the drawer. Dispose of the ashes
following the directions on the next page.
2. Ash Removal System (ARS) Operating and Cleaning
• Frequency: As necessary
• By: Homeowner
• Gloves recommended
• May have sharp edges
CAUTION
Injury Risk.
WARNING
Fire Risk
Injury Risk
Make sure Ash Removal System door is sealed tight
against the gasket.
Air leakage may cause:
• Over-re condition.
• Flame and/or smoke spillage.
• Wood to burn too fast.
Figure 15.1

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4. Glass Cleaning
• Frequency: As desired
• By: Homeowner
Clean glass with a non-abrasive glass cleaner. Abrasive
cleaners may scratch and cause glass to crack. If the
deposits on the glass are not very heavy, normal glass
cleaners work well. Heavier deposits may be removed by
using a damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or by using a
commercially available oven cleaner.
After using an oven cleaner, it is advisable to remove any
residue with a glass cleaner or soap and water. Oven
cleaner left on during the next ring can permanently stain
the glass and damage the nish on metal surfaces.
A portion of the combustion air entering the rebox is deected
down over the inside of the door glass. This air ow “washes”
the glass, helping to keep smoke from adhering to its surface.
When operated at a low burn rate, less air will be owing over
the glass and the smokey, relatively cool condition of a low
re will cause the glass to become coated.
Operating the appliance with the Burn Rate Air Control and
Start-Up Air Control all the way open for 30-45 minutes should
remove the built up coating.
CAUTION
• Do not use polishes with abrasives. It will scratch surfaces.
Fire Risk.
Disposal of Ashes
WARNING
• Ashes should be placed in metal container with tight tting lid.
• Do not place metal container on combustible surface.
• Ashes should be retained in closed container until all cinders
have thoroughly cooled.
3. Disposal of Ashes
• Frequency: When ash is within 1-3/4 in. (44mm) of firebox
lip
• By: Homeowner
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight
tting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed
on a non-combustible oor or on the ground, well away
from all combustible materials, pending nal disposal. If
the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise
locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed
container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.

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4 Troubleshooting Guide
With proper installation, operation, and maintenance your wood appliance will provide
years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, this troubleshooting
guide will assist you or a qualified service person in the diagnosis of a problem and the
corrective action to be taken.
Start Fire Problems Possible Cause Solution
Can not get fire started
Excessive smoke or spillage
Burns too slowly
Not enough heat output
Fire burns too fast
Not enough kindling/paper or
no kindling/paper
Not enough air for fire to ignite
Wood condition is too wet, too
large
Bed of coals not established
before adding wood
Flue blockage such as birds’
nests or leaves in termination
cap
Down draft or negative
pressure
Competition with exhaust
devices
Extremely dry or soft wood
Over drafting
Use dry kindling and more paper; arrange
kingling and wood for better air movement.
Check for restricted termination cap.
Check for blockage of outside air kit; if installed.
Check for flue blockage.
Insure flue is warm before starting fire (refer to
Building a Fire Section).
Check for adequate vent height (refer to Chim-
ney Height Section).
Open window below the appliance towards the
wind.
Use dry, seasoned wood (refer to Seasoned
Wood Section).
Start with paper and kindling to establish bed of
coals (refer to Building a Fire section).
Have chimney inspected for creosote and
cleaned by a cerified chimney sweep.
Do not use exhaust fans during start-up (refer to
Negative Pressure Section).
Open window below the appliance towards the
wind.
Mix in hardwood.
Mix in less seasoned wood after fire is extab-
lished (refer to Wood Fuel Section).
Check for correct vent height; too much vertical
height creates over drafting.
Check location of vent termination (refer to
Chimney Termination Requirement Section).

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Handle glass assembly with care.
When cleaning glass:
• Avoid striking, scratching or
slamming glass.
• Do NOT clean glass when hot.
• Do NOT use abrasive cleaners.
• Use a hard water deposit glass cleaner on white lm.
• Use commercial oven cleaner on heavier deposits.
• Remove all residue of oven cleaner or will permanently stain
glass on next ring. Refer to maintenance instructions.
Glass
Assembly
A. Glass Replacement
1. Ensure that the re is out and the appliance is cool to the
touch.
2. Protect a table or counter top with padding or towels.
Protect your hands and wear gloves to prevent injury.
3. Remove the door with the broken glass by lifting the door
up and off of the hinges.
4. Lay door face down on a table or counter making sure the
handle hangs over the edge so the door lays at, on a soft
surface.
5. Remove the screws from each glass retainer and remove
the glass. (If screws are difcult to remove, soak with
penetrating oil rst).
6. Center the glass with edges evenly overlapping the open-
ing in the door, (i.e. same space top and bottom, left and
right sides).
7. Replace the glass retainers. Be careful not to cross thread
the screws.
8. Tighten each retainer just a few turns until each is
secured. Check again for centering of glass in door
frame. Continue to tighten each retainer alternately, a
few turns at a time, until the glass is secure. DO NOT
OVER TIGHTEN.
9. Replace the door on the appliance.
Quadra-Fire appliances are equipped with ceramic super
heat-resistant glass, which can only be broken by impact
or misuse. Do not slam appliance door or impact the glass.
When closing door, make sure that logs do not protrude
against the glass. Inspect glass regularly. If you nd a crack
or break, immediately put the re out and return the door to
your dealer for replacement of glass before further use.
CAUTION
WARNING
Injury Risk
• Use only glass specied in manual.
• DO NOT REPLACE with any other material.
B. Firebrick Replacement
Replace the rebrick if they become crumbly and/or if there
is a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) gap between the bricks.
Inspect the rebrick after each ash removal.
The rebox is lined with high quality rebrick, which has
exceptional insulating properties. There is no need to use a
grate; simply build a re on the rebox oor. Do not operate
appliance without rebrick.
1. After the coals have completely cooled, remove all old
brick and ash from appliance and vacuum rebox.
2. Remove new brick set from box and lay out to diagram
provided.
3. Lay bottom bricks in appliance.
4. Install rear bricks on the top of the bottom bricks. Slide
top of bricks under clip on back of rebox wall and push
bottom of brick back.
5. Install side bricks. Slide top of brick under clips on side
of rebox and push the bottom of the brick until it is ush
with the side of the appliance.
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Figure 19.3
Figure 19.1
C. Snap Disc Replacement
(Included with optional blower)
1. Unplug the appliance.
2. Locate the snap disc bracket assembly at the bottom left
rear corner of the appliance (see page 12).
3. A magnet holds the bracket to the appliance. Pull the
bracket down away from the appliance to expose the snap
disc.
4. Pull the snap disc and spade connectors up and out of
bracket as shown in Figure 19.1
5. Using a Phillips head screw driver, remove the 2 screws
from the snap disc and then remove the snap disc from
the spade connectors. Replace with new snap disc and
re-connect to spade connectors.
6. Push the snap disc and spade connectors back inside
bracket. Reassemble in reverse order.
E. Secondary Tube & Bafe Board Removal
Be sure to soak with penetrating oil for 15 to 20 minutes
before trying to remove the bolts. Remove the 6 bolts, 3 of
which are shown in Figure 19.3, from bottom of bafe as-
sembly as shown using 5/32” Allen wrench.
Figure 19.2
Magnet
Spade
Connectors
Snap Disc
D. Door Handle Assembly
1. Slide door handle through door.
2. Install additional washer(s) as shown in Figure 19.2
3. Install key in groove.
4. Align groove in latch cam with key; slide latch cam over
shaft
5. Install locknut but do not over tighten, the handle needs
to rotate smoothly.
6. Install ber handle. Figure 19.2
Locknut
Latch Cam
Spacing
Washers
Door Cross
Section
Square Key
Door Handle Shaft
Fiber Handle
CAUTION
Do not over tighten lock nut. The door handle needs to
move smoothly.

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Service Parts
Explorer III
Beginning Manufacturing Date: Feb 2015
Ending Manufacturing Date: Active
R
Wood Stove
Color SKU Mfg. Dates
Matte Black EXPLR-III-MBK 02/15-
Porcelain Black EXPLR-III-PBK 02/15-
Porcelain Dark Blue EXPLR-III-PDB 02/15-
Porcelain Frost EXPLR-III-PFT 02/15-
Porcelain Mahogany EXPLR-III-PMH 02/15-
Part number list on following page. 04/18
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
24
25
26
27
29
28 31
30
32
33
34
35
36
37
22
38
23
6 Reference Materials
A. Explorer III Exploded View