Drolet Escape 1400-I Insert Owner's Manual

45221A Printed in Canada 02-05-2012 OWNER`S MANUAL Escape 1400-I Insert US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED WOOD INSERT

10 2.3 Installation Instructions 1. Inspect the fireplace according to the safety information and fireplace requirements and have it cleaned and/or

11 4. If lag-bolts and anchors are to be used to secure the insert, the hole locations should be marked with the unit in place. Remove the insert an

12 2.5 Installation of the adapter for fresh air kit In order to avoid some combustion problems, it is highly recommended to install an adapter for f

13 Section 3.0 Operation 3.1 Safety Information 1. This insert is designed for safe operation WHEN BURNING CORDWOOD ONLY. Altering or modifying t

14 overheat the chimney and adjacent combustibles. Do not operate the insert if there is an abnormal air leakage into the unit, such as through deter

15 5. Decayed wood or low density wood has very little energy content or heating value, and will not burn satisfactorily for long periods of time. A

16 5. Light a fire at the bottom of the crumpled paper and close the door. If the fire tends to go out, momentarily hold the door slightly ajar to fa

17 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 o

18 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 cl

19 4.2 Ash Removal CAUTION: Ashes can start fires, even after several days of inactivity. Never dispose of ashes in a combustible container. Remov

2 INTRODUCTION SBI INC., one of the most important wood stove and fireplace manufacturers in Canada, congratulates you on your purchase and wishes to

20 4.4 Baffle Installation for Escape 1400-I Figure 4.1 – Baffle installation & removal for Escape 1400-I The baffle assembly must

21 4.5 Secondary Air Tube Replacement (see Figure 4.3) 1. Remove cotter pin at RH end of tube. 2. Slide tube to left and lower tube end below RH p

22 4.6 Fan Maintenance & Care Clean the fan air inlet louvres and squirrel cage impeller regularly. The fan should be kept clean and dust free.

23 Section 5.0 Specifications 5.1 Escape 1400-I Insert Model Fuel Type Cordwood Test Standards ULC S628 (CSA B366.2) & UL 1482 residen

24 DROLET LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable. This w

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ... 2Section 1.0 Pre-Installation Require

4 Escape 1400-I Dimensions Faceplate fully extended toward the back Faceplate fully extended toward the front

5 Section 1.0 Pre-Installation Requirements 1.1 Masonry & Zero Clearance Requirements The masonry fireplace must meet the minimum code requiremen

6 1.2 Venting Requirements The flue is a critical component to a satisfactory installation. Your insert will attain its best performance if installe

7 Section 2.0 Installation 2.1 Minimum masonry opening, clearances to combustibles, and floor protector

8 MINIMUM MASONRY OPENING F 21½” (546 mm)* G 29” (737 mm) H 14” (356 mm)* CLEARANCES A 13” (335 mm) B 10” (255 mm) C 22” (560 mm) D 29” (740 mm)

9 2.2 Safety Information NOTE: This appliance is not recommended for use in a home if an occupant has any respiratory or any other related problems.