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OWNER`S MANUAL
Escape 1400-I Insert
US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED
WOOD INSERT
Verified and tested following
ULC S628 and UL 1482 Standards
by:
Intertek Testing Services
Manufactured by : STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC..
1700, Léon-Harmel, Québec (Québec) G1N 4R9
Tel : (418 ) 527-3060
Fax : (418 ) 527-4311
www.drolet.ca
READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE
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Revised : October 19th, 2009
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INTRODUCTION SBI INC., one of the most important wood stove and fireplace manufacturers in Canada, congratulates you on your purchase and wishes to help you get maximum satisfaction from your wood insert. In the pages that follow, we will give you advice on wood heating and controlled combustion as well as technical specifications regarding installation, operation and maintenance of the model you have chosen. The instructions pertaining to the installation of your wood stove comply wi
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................... 1 Section 1.0 Pre-Installation Requirements ............................................................................................. 4 1.1 Masonry & Zero Clearance Requirements................................................................................... 4 1.2 Venting Requirements .....................................
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Escape 1400-I Dimensions 28 25/64" 26 29/32" 13 29/64" O 6.000" 13 3/8" 15 1/32" 8 9/64" 6 31/64" 20 31/32" 20 31/32" 8 9/32" 9 61/64" Faceplate fully extended toward the back Faceplate fully extended toward the front 3
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Section 1.0 Pre-Installation Requirements 1.1 Masonry & Zero Clearance Requirements The masonry fireplace must meet the minimum code requirements, or NFPA 211 or the equivalent for a safe installation. Contact your local Building Inspector for requirements in your area. An inspection of the fireplace should include the following: 1. CONDITION OF THE FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY: Examine the masonry fireplace and chimney prior to installation to determine that they are free from cracks, loo
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1.2 Venting Requirements The flue is a critical component to a satisfactory installation. Your insert will attain its best performance if installed with a flue that generates its own draft. The minimum venting requirement will be the installation of a flue connector from the insert into the first tile of the chimney (see Figure 2.3). If you are using a masonry chimney, it is important that it be built in compliance with the specifications of the National Building Code or other applicab
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Section 2.0 Installation 2.1 Clearances To Combustibles (Measured From Insert Body) Escape 1400-I Sidewall (A) 13” (330 mm) 14” (356mm) Top mantel (B) 22” (559 mm) Side mantle (C) 10” (254 mm) Shelf (D) 29” (737 mm) Table 2.1 CLEARANCES Figure 2.1 Note: If side mantle protrudes more than 1.5” (38mm) in front of face of fireplace, then use sidewall clearance. 6
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2.1.1 Hearth Requirements If the non-combustible hearth is flush with the floor, then the hearth must be 16”/406mm (18”/450mm in Canada) in front of the fan housing (see Figure 2.1.2). If the non- combustible hearth is a minimum of 4” (102mm) above the floor, then the hearth can be 6” (152mm) out from the fan housing with a 10” (254mm) floor protection (sparks) extended beyond the hearth (see Figure 2.1.1). The non-combustible hearth must be a minimum of 8” (203mm) on each side of the
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2.3 Safety Information NOTE: This appliance is not recommended for use in a home if an occupant has any respiratory or any other related problems. 1. It is important to follow the installation and operation instructions. An improperly installed or operated insert could result in a safety hazard or fire, or damage to the unit, which would not be covered by the warranty. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation requirements in your area. You should
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2.4 Installation Instructions 1. Inspect the fireplace according to the safety information and fireplace requirements and have it cleaned and/or upgraded as necessary. 2. If the installation of the unit renders the existing damper control inaccessible, it will be necessary to either secure the damper wide open or remove it entirely. An inaccessible damper, which may close, could cause smoke to enter the room. This creates a potential health hazard. 3. CONNECTOR INSTALLATION: A flu
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2.5 Air control plate, faceplate and fan Assembly Instructions 1. Place the faceplate panels with the finished side down on a flat, soft, non-abrasive surface. 2. Assemble the faceplate trim, attaching the mitered corners with the corner brackets. (see Figure 2.4) 3. Line up the holes of the side and top panels and secure with the screws, washers and nuts. (see Figure 2.5a) 4. Slide the assembled trim over the edges of the faceplate. 5. Secure trim to faceplate using "U" sh
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2.6 Installation of the adapter for fresh air kit In order to avoid some combustion problems, it is highly recommended to install an adapter for fresh air kit. To do so, you need to have the accessory #AC01298. Using pliers, remove the metal rectangle (A) located on the side of the insert. Choose the side that is best for your installation. Then, install the adapter for fresh air kit (B) using 4 screws (C). Secure the flexible pipe (E) (non-supplied part #AC02090) to the adapter (B) using
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Section 3.0 Operation 3.1 Safety Information 1. This insert is designed for safe operation WHEN BURNING CORDWOOD ONLY. Altering or modifying the unit or the installation without proper authorization will void the certification, warranty, and safety listing, and may result in a safety hazard. 2. For safety reasons, never leave the unit unattended with the door open or ajar. An open door, and especially a door partially open or cracked, if left for longer than required for good igni
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air leakage into the unit, such as through deteriorated gaskets or cracked or broken glass. Do not operate the insert without a door gasket. Leakage can result in overheating, or in very airtight homes, could possibly cause smoke spillage into the room. Smoke may contain carbon monoxide, which is poisonous, and in sufficient quantities is a health hazard. 11. We recommend that you have a fresh air or make up air supply for the insert. In Canada this is a building code requirement. If
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An example of the energy values of some common wood fuels is given in Table 3.1 For recommended wood sizes, refer to the specifications. Common Heating Values of Cordwood Hardwoods Million Btu/Cord Softwoods Million Btu/Cord Birch 23.6 Douglas Fir 20.6 White Oak 28.3 Hemlock 17.1 Alder 17.6 Jack Pine 18.4 Table 3.1 3.2.1 Simple Wood Moisture Test Add one large piece of wood to the top of an established fire. If it starts to burn on three sides within one minute, it is dry an
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6. Ideally the large kindling should be burned until a thick bed of red embers is obtained. At that point, add cordwood fuel and continue to operate the draft control wide open until the fire is well established. Once the firebox is hot, the draft control can be partially closed by moving the knob to the left to adjust the intensity of the fire. Use Table 3.2 to adjust the draft control to the desired burn rate: Draft Settings Burn Rate Draft Setting Low Push Control to end of trav
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3.5 Maintaining The Fire Your Drolet insert will work best if a thick bed of hot embers is maintained in the bottom of the firebox, and a minimum of two large pieces of seasoned fuel are added. Combustion efficiency is largely related to establishing a hot ember bed, and hot firebox temperatures. The quicker the insert and fuel get up to operating temperature, the better. A small intense fire is preferred to a large smouldering fire, both to improve combustion efficiency and to reduce
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Section 4.0 Maintenance 4.1 Care And Cleaning Clean the insert frequently so that soot, ash and creosote do not accumulate. Do not attempt to clean the insert, glass or door when the unit is hot. Special care must be taken with plated surfaces in order to maintain the finish at its original brilliance. Do not use an abrasive glass cleaner which will scratch the glass or plated finish. Use only a soft clean damp cloth on the door, since some cleaners may remove the plating or paint.
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4.2 Ash Removal CAUTION: Ashes can start fires, even after several days of inactivity. Never dispose of ashes in a combustible container. Remove ashes only when the insert and ashes are cold. Ashes should be removed from the insert frequently. When ashes are removed, they should be placed in a metal container with a tightly fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non- combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final
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4.4 Baffle Installation for Escape 1400-I WOOL WEIGHT INSULATION BLANKET VERMICULITE BAFFLE BOARD MIDDLE AND REAR TUBES FRONT TUBE FRONT BAFFLE SUPPORT Figure 4.1 – Baffle installation & removal for Escape 1400-I The baffle assembly must be properly in place for correct burning operation. Have any damaged firebricks replaced. Check the firebricks annually for damage and replace if they are broken or damaged. See Figure 3.3 for the firebrick layout. Install th
