Quadra-Fire Quadra-Fire 2700-I Instruction Manual - Caution

Manual is about: 2700-I ACT WOOD INSERT Advanced Combustion Technology (ACT)

Summary of Quadra-Fire 2700-I

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    Do not discard this manual notice • important operating and maintenance instructions included. • leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation. • read, understand and follow these instructions for safe installation and operation. Do n ot dis car d warning if the information in these...

  • Page 2: Caution

    2700-i wood insert (act) page 2 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h and welcome to the quadra-fire family ! H earth & home technologies welcomes you to our tradition of excellence! In choosing a quadra-fire appliance, you have our assurance of commitment to quality, durability, and performance. This commi...

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    Page september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) safety & overview of appliance location of serial number label ------------------------- 2 dimensions ----------------------------------------------------- 4 minimum clearances to combustibles ------------------ 4 listings -----------------...

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 4 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h dimensions hearth extension b c f e insert sidew all maximum mantel depth - 10 inches (254mm) trim mantel a d thermal protection usa & canada usa canada a sidewall to stove 14" (356mm) 14" (356mm) b mantel to stove 21" (533mm) 21" (533mm)...

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    Page 5 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) avoid fire: to ensure that insulation or any other combustible material does not contact the chimney, a chimney inside the house must have at least 2 inches (51mm) of air space clearance around the chimney. A chimney outside the house mus...

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 6 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h calculating alternate floor protection material thermal conductivity: k value the k value indicates the amount of heat (in btu’s) that will flow in 1 hour through 1 square foot of a uniform material 1 inch thick for each degree (f) of tem...

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    Page 7 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) floor ceiling caulk floor (second story) non-combustible firestopping material minimum 1 inch (25mm) clearance from exterior chimney to sheathing firestopping 2 inch (51mm) chimney requirements non-combustible fire stopping material minim...

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 8 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h i nstallations into mobile homes spark arestor cap roof flashing storm collar joist shield/firestop double wall connector pipe figure 8.2 - installing outside air cover box outside air cover box back of panel 1. An outside air inlet must ...

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    Page 9 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) masonry fireplace using direct-connect method figure 9.1 - installation into masonry fireplace direct connect seal option full listed liner option mantel seal damper area masonry chimney flue tile damper area the quadra-fire 2700-i insert...

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 10 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h the following modifications of factory-built fireplaces are permissible: 1) removal of damper; 2) removal of smoke shelf or baffle; ) removal of ember catches; 4) removal of fire grate; 5) removal of viewing screen/curtain; and, 6) remov...

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    Page 11 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) installation in canada masonry and heat-circulating (installations into factory-built fireplaces are prohibited in canada) whether installed in a masonry or heat-circulating fire- place, this fireplace insert must be installed with a con...

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 12 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h optional quick connect collar outside air installation the outside air cover boxes must be installed on both panel legs first before installing the panels on the insert. The boxes are included with the panel and trim kit assembly. Note: ...

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    Page 1 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) panel and trim set panel & trim assembly instructions note: you have an option of installing the trim on the panels before securing the assembly to the insert or slide trim over the panels after panels are installed. Pre-installing the tr...

  • Page 14: Fan Speed Control

    2700-i wood insert (act) page 14 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h the 2700-i insert comes standard with a blower housing already installed at the factory. All of the fasteners needed to install the optional blower are also installed on the insert. Order the optional blower assembly through your dealer,...

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    Page 15 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) zero clearance adjustable trim support, 2 inch to 10 inch included in kit: 1 trim top; 1 trim front; 2 trim sides; double-sided tape (already installed) tools required: phillips head screw driver; sheet metal shears; measuring tape; glov...

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 16 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h wood selection and storage burn only dry seasoned wood. Dry, well-seasoned wood will not only minimize the chance of creosote formation but will give you the most efficient heat output. Even dry wood con- tains at least 15% moisture by w...

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    Page 17 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) 1. Initial (cold) startup: leave fan off until your insert is hot and a good coal bed is established, approximately 0 min- utes after fuel is lit. 2. High burn setting: the fan may be left on throughout the burn. . Medium or medium high ...

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 18 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h air quality and your quadra-fire insert in recent years there has been an increasing concern about the quality of our air. Much of the blame for poor air quality has been placed on the burning of wood for home heating. In order to improv...

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    Page 19 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) cleaning plated surfaces important: you must clean all the fingerprints and oils from the plated surfaces before firing the insert for the first time. Use warm soapy water and a soft rag, glass cleaner and a paper towel, or vinegar and a...

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 20 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 4 6 6 2 5 4 4-1/2" 7-7/16" 9.0" 5 5-1/16 " 7-/8 " 4-1/2" 4-1/2" 2-5/16" 1.5 9.0" 2 brick replacement instructions the firebox of your quadra-fire 2700-i insert is lined with high quality firebrick which has exce...

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    Page 21 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) ceramic blanket 19.0" 26.0" 2-1/2" 12.0" exploded view figure 21.1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 9 10 12 13 15 14 item description item description item description 1 door assembly 6 ash lip 11 baffle, fiberboard 2 hinge pin 7 blower assembly 12 bl...

  • Page 22: Service Parts

    2700-i wood insert (act) page 22 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h important: this is dated information. The most current information is located on the quadra-fire web site at www. Quadrafire.Com. When ordering, supply serial and model numbers to ensure correct part. Service parts item # part descriptio...

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    Page 2 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) manifold tubes, (set of 3) tubes-7007 20 nut, locking (door handle) 832-1060 226-0100/24 quick connect collar collar-qc rivnut repair kit repair-rivnut 22 screw, glass frame, (10) 832-0860 speed control for blower 842-0370 8 spring handle...

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 24 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h item # appliance part number 2700-i wood insert, advanced combustible technology (act) 2700-i item # accessories (in alphabetically order) part number panel & trim, gold, standard sp-27s-gd panel & trim, gold, large sp-27l-gd panel & tri...

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    Page 25 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) date of service performed by description of service service and maintenance log.

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    2700-i wood insert (act) page 26 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h hearth & home technologies limited warranty hearth & home technologies (“hht”) and its respective brands extends the following warranty for hht gas, wood, pellet and electric appliances purchased from an authorized hht dealer and install...

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    Page 27 september 1, 2008 r 7007-161h 2700-i wood insert (act) hht’s obligation under this warranty does not extend to damages resulting from: (1) installation, operation or main- tenance of the appliance not in accordance with the installation instructions; operating instructions and the listing ag...

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    Page 28 september 1, 2008 7007-161h r • do not discard this manual. • important operating and maintenance instructions included. • read, understand and follow these instruci- tons for safe installation and operation. • leave this manual with party responsible for use and operation. Caution hearth & ...