Drolet Classic With Blower Owner's Manual

READ AND KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE 45145A Printed in Canada 14-04-2011 OWNER’S MANUAL CLASSIC EPA WOOD STOVE US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECT

9 Floor protector If the stove is to be installed on top of a combustible floor, it must be guarded by a non combustible material as shown on figure

10 TYPE OF PROTECTION Reducing Clearances With Shielding Sides and Rear/Back Top Sheet metal, a minimum of 0,024" (0,61mm) spaced out at least

11 Graphic 1 A- Minimum clearance required between the appliance and an unshielded combustible ceiling. B- 20 in. (500 mm) minimum; C- 1 in.

12 Graphic 2 A- 1 in.(25 mm) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacers; 3- 0.024’’ (0.61mm) sheet metal. Graphic 3 A- 1 in. (25

13 Graphic 5 A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum; 1- Combustible wall; 2- Non-combustible spacers; 3- Brick. Graphique 6 A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum; 1- Com

14 SECTION 2.0 CHIMNEY (FLUE SYSTEM) 2.1 DEFINITIONS For clarity, the following definitions should be used with respect to these instructions:

15 If you are using a masonry chimney, it is important that it be built in compliance with the specifications of the Building Code. It must be lined

16 FIGURE 2.2 Minimum Height of the Chimney 2.2.1 Step by step installation of your factory-built chimney The way to install your chimney

17 Typical installation through the wall FIGURE 2.2.1 (A) Typical installation through the wall 1- Start by positioning your stove where you w

18 2- Once the opening completed, you need to frame in the area to allow for the installation of a wall thimble. A wall thimble is not required f

1 INTRODUCTION Stove Builder International, one of the most important wood stove and fireplace manufacturers in North America, congratulates you on

19 5- You can now install the wall support. Simply slide the wall support up to the tee, ensuring that the adapter on the support engages with th

20 8- Finally, twist on your rain cap and you can head back inside. 9- You are now ready to connect your chimney to your stove. Simply insta

21 Typical installation through the ceiling FIGURE 2.2.1 (B) Typical Installation Through the Ceiling 1- Place your stove where you would li

22 2- Before you install the ceiling support, you need to frame the area. 3- To install the ceiling support, just slide the assembly into th

23 6- Now, you can add additional chimney sections. Continue adding chimney lengths until a height of about 2 feet below the next ceiling level. An

24 9- You are now ready to connect your chimney to your stove. Simply install the inter-connecting stove pipe between the stove pipe adapter and t

25 FIGURE 2.2.2 (B) Factory Built Thimble

26 FIGURE 2.2.2 (C) Brick Thimble

27 2.3 CHIMNEY CONNECTOR Your chimney connector (commonly called stove pipe) and chimney must have the same diameter as the stove’s exhaust outlet

28 FIGURE 2.3 (B) Minimum Slope Avoid 90 degree eblows We recommend that you use two 45 degree elbows instead

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...

29 2.4 DRAFT Your Classic EPA stove’s performance will be optimised if it is installed with a chimney (flue) system that provides an adequate draf

30 2.6 THE ADVANTAGE OF INSTALLING A BLOWER (FAN) A blower is installed at the back of your Classic EPA wood stove. The blower should be used if yo

31 SECTION 3.0 OPERATION Keep these instructions for future reference. WARNING: ANY MODIFICATION OF THE APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN APPRO

32 Even though your Drolet has been specifically designed and tested to prevent smoke spillage, always open the door slowly as this will minimise

33 3.2 FUEL Fuel for the stove must not be stored closer than the required clearances to combustibles (heat sensitive materials). NEVER STORE WOOD

34 3.2.1 The use of manufactured logs There are numerous types of manufactured logs sold on the market. You must be very careful with this type o

35 Ideally the large kindling should be burned until a thick bed of red embers is obtained. At that point, add cord wood fuel and continue

36 3.6 FAN (BLOWER) OPERATION Allow the stove to reach operating temperature (approximately one hour), before turning on the fan. The increased air

37 SECTION 4.0 MAINTENANCE 4.1 CLEANING AND PAINTING YOUR STOVE Clean the stove frequently so that soot, ash, and creosote do not accumulate. D

38 4.4 ASH REMOVAL USING THE ASH DRAWER CAUTION: ASHES CAN START FIRES, EVEN AFTER SEVERAL DAYS OF INACTIVITY. NEVER DISPOSE OF ASHES IN A COMBU

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39 4.5 CHIMNEY (FLUE) CLEANING Regular chimney (flue) maintenance, as well as good burning practices, are required to prevent chimney fires. When w

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

4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Recommended Surface 900 to 1 800 ft2 Heating Capacity* : E.P.A : Re

5 TIPS ON WOOD HEATING Wood is a renewable energy. It is also a very clean heat source when used with appliances that are certified by the U.S. Envi

6 SECTION 1.0 - INSTALLATION When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the Classic EPA wood stove is suitable for use as a fr

7 1.3 CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES AND FLOOR PROTECTOR To install your appliance correctly, it is extremely important to respect all clearances to an

8 FIGURE 1.3 Clearances to combustible materials and floor protection