Quadra-Fire 3100 Series User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety label ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Dimensions......................................................................................................................................... 4
Clearances to combustibles ................................................................................................................ 6
Safety listing....................................................................................................................................... 7
Installation materials needed .............................................................................................................. 7
Venting system ................................................................................................................................... 7
Chimney connector ............................................................................................................................ 8
Chimney height/draft.......................................................................................................................... 8
Connection to a masonry chimney ..................................................................................................... 8
1. Chimney.................................................................................................................................. 8
2. Thimble ................................................................................................................................... 11
A. Brick chimney thimble assembly ..................................................................................... 11
B. 6" solid pack chimney with metal supports ...................................................................... 12
Connection to a metal prefabricated chimney .................................................................................... 14
Mobile home installation.................................................................................................................... 15
Outside air kit installation .................................................................................................................. 16
Pedestal and leg installation ............................................................................................................... 17
Ash removal system installation ........................................................................................................ 18
Ash removal system operating and cleaning ...................................................................................... 19
Operating instructions ........................................................................................................................ 20
Burning process .......................................................................................................................... 20
Primary and secondary air systems............................................................................................. 20
Blower operating instructions ..................................................................................................... 21
Operating tips.............................................................................................................................. 21
Burning guidelines ...................................................................................................................... 21
Building a fire ............................................................................................................................. 22
Wood selection and storage ........................................................................................................ 22
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 23
Creosote ...................................................................................................................................... 23
Care and cleaning of glass and plated surfaces........................................................................... 23
Chimney cleaning ....................................................................................................................... 23
Ash removal ................................................................................................................................ 23
Firebrick...................................................................................................................................... 23
Overfiring.................................................................................................................................... 23
Door handle assembly and glass replacement .................................................................................... 24
Baffle removal and installation .......................................................................................................... 25
Brick pattern ....................................................................................................................................... 26
Installation of optional blower ........................................................................................................... 27
Top heat shield installation ................................................................................................................ 28
Accessories and service parts ............................................................................................................. 29
Notes ............................................................................................................................................... 30
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................. 31
Warranty card ..................................................................................................................................... Insert
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Quadra-Fire 3100 Series Specifications

General

EPA Certified	Yes
Flue Size	6 inches
Efficiency	78%
Firebox Size	2.0 cu ft
Log Length	18 inches
Depth	26.5 inches
Maximum Burn Time	10 hours