Quadra Fire Stove 4300 WOOD STOVE SERIES User Guide

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4300 WOOD STOVE SERIES  
Advanced Combustion Technology (ACT)  
STEP TOP UNI-BODY  
MILLENNIUM  
VERY IMPORTANT!!  
BEFORE STARTING YOUR  
FIRST FIRE READ  
HOW TO OPERATE THE  
2-STEP DOOR HANDLE  
Beaverton  
Oregon USA  
Tested and  
Listed by  
O-T L  
ON PAGE 20  
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OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.  
This manual contains instructions for Installation, Operation & Maintenance. Please read this entire  
manual before you install and use your new room heater. Failure to follow instructions may result in  
property damage, bodily injury, or even death.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES:  
1) When installing your stove, particular attention should be paid to fire protection. If this room heater is not properly  
installed, a house fire may result. To reduce the risk of fire, follow the installation instructions. Contact local building,  
fire officials or authority having jurisdiction about restrictions, installation inspection and permit requirements in your  
area.  
2) CAUTION: Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start  
or “freshen up” a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while it is in use.  
3) During operation, if any part of the stove starts to glow, the stove is in an overfired condition. Close the air controls  
completely by pulling them out, until the glowing has stopped. OVERFIRING VOIDS YOUR WARRANTY!  
4) Cool ashes should be disposed of carefully, using a metal container.  
5) Do not burn wet or green wood. Store wood in a dry location.  
6) DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE, NAPHTHA OR ENGINE OIL. Do not  
burn treated wood, or wood with salt (driftwood, etc.). Burning materials other than wood (including charcoal) under  
adverse conditions may generate carbon monoxide in the home, resulting in illness or possible death.  
7) Do not permit creosote or soot to accumulate excessively in the chimney or inside the firebox.  
8) Check your chimney system thoroughly when installing into an existing metal or masonry chimney. Seek profes-  
sional advice if in doubt about its condition.  
9) Do not connect this unit to a chimnney flue already serving another appliance.  
10) Comply with all minimum clearances to combustibles as shown in this manual for this appliance.  
11) Build fire on brick firebox floor. Do not use grates, andirons or other methods to support fuel.  
12) HOT WHILE IN OPERATION! Keep children, pets, clothing and furniture away. Contact can cause skin burns.  
13) Do not connect to any air distribution duct or system.  
14) RISK OF FIRE! Do not operate with stove door or ash removal system door open.  
15) For further information refer to NFPA 211 (USA) or CAN/CSA-B365 (Canada).  
16) Do not operate without fully assembling all components. Burning your stove wthout the legs attached (if supplied  
with unit) will void your warranty, and could present a serious safety hazard.  
17) Do not operate with broken glass.  
PRIOR TO FIRST FIRE: Remove all labels from glass. Clean plated surfaces with a glass cleanser and soft cloth to  
prevent staining from fingerprint oils.  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
QUADRA-FIRE 4300 ACT  
WOOD STOVE SERIES  
Listings & Safety Cautions .................................. 4  
Installation Materials Needed.............................. 4  
Venting System Overview ................................... 4  
Serial Number Label Location............................. 5  
Dimensions.......................................................... 5-6  
Locating Your Stove ............................................ 6  
Vent Specifications.............................................. 6  
Clearances to Combustibles ............................... 7  
Floor Protection................................................... 8-9  
Alternate Materials Worksheet ............................ 9  
MODEL NAME  
Uni-Body: ___Step Top ___ Millennium  
Serial Number  
Date Purchased  
INSTALLATION METHODS:  
Chimney Height / Draft & 2-10-3 Rule................. 10  
Flue Systems & Chimney Connections............... 11  
Masonry Chimney ............................................... 11  
Solid Pack with Metal Supports........................... 12-13  
Metal Pre-Fab Chimney ...................................... 14  
Mobile Home ....................................................... 15  
Dealership Where Purchased  
Dealer Phone  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:  
Ash Removal System.......................................... 16  
Burning Process.................................................. 20  
Start-Up & Primary Air Controls........................... 20  
2-Step Door Handle Instructions ......................... 20  
Operating Instructions ......................................... 21  
Building a Fire ..................................................... 21  
Opacity ................................................................ 22  
Burn Rates .......................................................... 22  
Wood Selection ................................................... 22  
Blower Operation................................................. 22  
Additional Information:  
MAINTENANCE:  
Creosote Removal............................................... 23  
Chimney Cleaning............................................... 23  
Ash Disposal ...................................................... 23  
Overfiring............................................................. 23  
Firebrick .............................................................. 23  
Glass Care & Cleaning........................................ 23  
Plated Surfaces................................................... 23  
After completing your warranty card, attach your sales receipt  
and warranty stub here for future reference.  
ACCESSSORY / PARTS REPLACEMENT  
Ash Removal System.......................................... 16  
Pedestal & Leg Kit Installation............................. 17  
Outside Air Kit...................................................... 19  
Blower Installation and Operation ....................... 21  
Top Shield Installation ......................................... 18  
Brick Replacement .............................................. 24  
Glass Replacement............................................. 24  
Door Handle Assembly........................................ 25  
Baffle Removal & Installation .............................. 25  
Exploded Views................................................... 26  
Accessory & Replacement Parts List .................. 27  
Service Maintenance and Log............................. 30  
Warranty Policy ................................................... 31  
Contact Information............................................. 32  
WARNING!  
When this heater is not properly installed, a house  
fire may result. To reduce the risk of fire, follow the  
installation instructions. Contact local building or fire  
officials about restrictions and installation inspection  
requirements in your area. Please read this entire  
manual before you install and use your new room heater.  
Failure to follow instructions may result in property  
damage, bodily injury, or even death.  
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LISTINGS & SAFETY CAUTIONS  
These installation instructions describe the installation and  
operation of the QUADRA-FIRE 4300 woodstove. This stove  
meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 1990  
particulate emission standards. The 4300 is listed by OMNI-Test  
Laboratories, Inc. to UL Safety Standard 1482, and ULC S627,  
and (UM) 84-HUD. The 4300 is approved for mobile home  
installations when not installed in a sleeping room and when an  
outside combustion air inlet is provided. The structural integrity  
of the mobile home floor, ceiling, and walls must be maintained.  
The stove must be properly grounded to the frame of the  
mobile home and use only listed double-wall connector pipe.  
Outside Air Kit, Part 831-1780, must be installed in a mobile  
home installation.  
FIRE SAFETY: To provide reasonable fire safety, the following should  
be given serious consideration:  
1. Install at least one smoke detector on each floor of your home  
to ensure your safety. They should be located away from the  
heating appliance and close to the sleeping areas. Follow  
the smoke detector manufacturer’s placement and installation  
instructions, and be sure to maintain regularly.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
A conveniently located Class A fire extinguisher to contend with  
small fires resulting from burning embers.  
A practiced evacuation plan, consisting of at least two escape  
routes.  
A plan to deal with a chimney fire as follows:  
In the event of a chimney fire:  
Check with your local building code agency before you begin  
your installation to ensure compliance with local codes, including  
the need for permits and follow-up inspections. Be sure local  
building codes do not supersede UL specifications and always  
obtain a building permit so that insurance protection benefits  
cannot be unexpectedly cancelled. If any assistance is required  
during installation, please contact your local dealer.  
A. Notify fire department  
B. Prepare occupants for immediate evacuation.  
C. Close all openings into the stove.  
D. While awaiting fire department, watch for ignition of  
adjacent combustibles from overheated stove pipe, hot  
embers or sparks from the chimney.  
Inspect and clean vent system frequently in accordance with the  
instructions contained in this manual. Do not connect this unit  
to a chimney serving another appliance.  
VENTING SYSTEM  
The venting system consists of a chimney connector and a chimney.  
These get extremely hot during use. Temperatures inside the  
chimney may exceed 2000°F (1100°C) in the event of a creosote  
fire. To protect against the possibility of a house fire, the chimney  
connector and chimney must be properly installed and maintained. An  
approved thimble must be used when a connection is made through a  
combustible wall to a chimney. A chimney support package must be  
used when a connection is made through the ceiling to a prefabricated  
chimney. These accessories are absolutely necessary to provide safe  
clearances to combustible wall and ceiling material. Follow venting  
manufacturer’s clearances when installing venting system.  
When using optional Blower, Part 831-1701, route power cord  
away from unit. Do not route cord under or in front of appliance.  
Do not elevate fire. Build wood fire directly on firebrick.  
Do not overfire - if heater or chimney connector glows, you are  
overfiring. Stove thermometer recommended.  
Operate only with the door closed. Open only to add fuel to  
the fire. Operating with the door open can cause hot embers or  
sparks to fall out and a fire may result.  
This stove may be connected to a lined masonry chimney or a listed  
high temperature prefabricated approved metal chimney. Do not  
connect it to a chimney serving another appliance. To do so will affect  
the safe operation of both appliances.  
INSTALLATION MATERIALS NEEDED FOR SAFETY  
CHIMNEY CONNECTOR (also known as flue pipe or stove  
pipe): The chimney connector joins the stove to the chimney  
(see page 11). It must be 6” (152mm) minimum diameter 24  
MSG black or blued steel, or an approved air-insulated double  
wall venting pipe.  
WARNING! NEVER DRAW OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR FROM A  
WALL, FLOOR OR CEILING CAVITY OR FROM ANY ENCLOSED  
SPACE SUCH AS AN ATTIC OR GARAGE.  
THIMBLE: Amanufactured or site-constructed device installed in  
combustible walls through which the chimney connector passes  
to the chimney (see pages 12-13). It is intended to keep the  
walls from igniting.  
WARNING! DO NOTATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS WOODSTOVE  
WITHOUT READING AND UNDERSTANDING THESE OPERAT-  
ING INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY. FAILURE TO OPERATE  
THIS APPLIANCE PROPERLY MAY CAUSE A HOUSE FIRE.  
CHIMNEY SYSTEMS:  
A. APPROVED MASONRY (see specifications on page 11)  
with at least 5/8” (16mm) fire clay lining joined with refractory  
cement or other listed system suitable for use with wood  
stoves.  
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE IS HOT WHILE IN OPERATION  
AND MAY REMAIN SO UP TO 40 MINUTES OR LONGER AFTER  
THERE IS NO FUEL IN THE FIREBOX. IF THIS APPLIANCE IS  
IN A HIGH TRAFFIC AREA OR CHILDREN MAY BE NEAR IT IS  
RECOMMENDED THAT YOU PURCHASEADECORATIVE BAR-  
RIOR TO GO IN FRONT OF THE APPLIANCE. ALWAYS KEEP  
CHILDREN AWAY WHILE IT IS OPERATING AND DO NOT LET  
ANYONE OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE UNLESS THEY ARE  
FAMILIAR WITH THESE OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.  
B. PREFABRICATED 6" (152mm) listed high temperature (UL  
103 HT or ULC S629M) chimney. Components required by  
manufacturers for installation such as the chimney support  
base, firestop (as appropriate), attic insulation shield,  
insulated tee, etc., are necessary to assure a safe chimney  
installation. Use only components manufactured for the  
chimney. Chimney installation should meet NFPA 211  
standards.  
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DIMENSIONS  
4300 STEP TOP UNI-BODY PEDESTAL MODEL  
26-1/2" (673mm)  
34-1/4"  
(870mm)  
34-1/4"  
(870mm)  
8-9/16"  
(217mm)  
10-1/2"  
(267mm)  
15.0" (381mm)  
4-3/16" (106mm)  
25-3/16" (640mm)  
25-3/16" (640mm)  
4300 STEP TOP UNI-BODY LEG MODEL  
26-1/2" (673mm)  
34-1/4"  
(870mm)  
34-1/4"  
(870mm)  
8-9/16"  
(217mm)  
10-1/2"  
(267mm)  
25-3/16" (640mm)  
15.0" (381mm)  
4-3/16" (106mm)  
25-3/16" (640mm)  
SERIAL NUMBER / SAFETY LABEL LOCATION ON ALL MODELS:  
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DIMENSIONS  
4300 MILLENNIUM MODEL  
25-1/2" (648mm)  
9-1/2"  
(241mm)  
12-3/4"  
(324mm)  
28-1/2" (724mm)  
C
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25-1/2" (648mm)  
5-1/2" (140mm)  
2-1/4" (57mm)  
C
L
10-15/16"  
(278mm)  
19-1/16" (484mm)  
Back of Stove to Glass  
24-11/16" (628mm)  
14-15/16"  
(379mm)  
15-1/16" (383mm)  
31-1/8"  
(791mm)  
18.0"(457mm)  
21.0" (533mm)  
16.0"  
10-3/16"  
(259mm)  
(406mm)  
C
L
4-3/8" (111mm)  
20-3/8" (518mm)  
LOCATING YOUR STOVE  
WHEN LOCATING YOUR STOVE consider safety, convenience, traffic flow, and the fact that the stove will need a chimney  
and chimney connector. It is a good idea to plan your installation on paper, using exact measurements for clearances and  
floor protection, before actually beginning the installation. If you’re not using an existing chimney, place the stove where  
there will be a clear passage for a factory-built listed chimney through the ceiling and roof.  
AVOID FIRE: Maintain the designated clearances to combustibles. Insulation must not touch the chimney. You must maintain  
the designated air space clearance around the chimney. This space around a chimney is necessary to allow natural heat  
removal from the area. Insulation in this space will cause a heat buildup, which may ignite wood framing. NOTE: Clearances  
may only be reduced by means approved by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction.  
WE RECOMMEND that a qualified building inspector and your insurance company representative review your  
plans before and after installation.  
VENT SPECIFICATIONS  
Single Wall: Six inch (6”) (152mm) diameter, minimum 24 MSG black or blued steel connector pipe, with a listed factory-built  
chimney type UL103 HT* suitable for use with solid fuels, or a masonry chimney, and the referenced clearances.  
Double Wall/Mobile Home: Six inch (6”) (152mm) diameter, listed double wall air insulated connector pipe with  
listed factory-built UL103 HT* Class “A” chimney, or a masonry chimney (Mobile Home must be equipped with a spark  
arrestor), and the referenced clearances. Use only double-wall connector pipe, Dura-Vent DVL, Selkirk metalbestos  
DS or Security DL double wall connector.  
*In Canada must comply with CAN/ULC-S269 for the 650° Factory-built chimney.  
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CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES (UL AND ULC)  
ALCOVE SIDE VIEW  
ALCOVE SIDE VIEW  
H
H
*
*
90° OFF TOP  
UP & OUT CEILING  
CLEARANCE  
90° OFF TOP  
UP & OUT CEILING  
CLEARANCE  
G
G
G
G
A
A
STOVE TO CEILING  
CLEARANCE  
STOVE TO CEILING  
CLEARANCE  
B
B
ALCOVE TOP VIEW  
CORNER INSTALLATION  
BACKWALL / SIDEWALL  
E
F
A
B
C
D
C
E
D
F
MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS In Inches & (Millimeters)  
NOTE: All "A" , "C" and "F" Dimensions are to the inside diameter of the flue collar.  
A
C
H
B
D
E
F
G
INSTALLATION: Full Vertical OR Horizontal with Minimum 2 Foot Vertical Off Stove Top  
SINGLE WALL PIPE  
17 (432)  
13 (330)  
10 (254)  
2 (51)  
18.5 (470)  
13 (330)  
15.5 (394)  
8.5 (216)  
52.5 (1334)  
50.5 (1283)  
26 (660)  
23 (584)  
18 (457)*  
18 (457)*  
Flat Top Model  
Step-Top Model  
18 (457)  
12 (305)  
DOUBLE WALL PIPE  
Flat Top Model  
15 (381)  
13 (330)  
10 (254)  
2 (51)  
18.5 (470)  
13 (330)  
10.5 (267)  
6.5 (165)  
52.5 (1334)  
50.5 (1283)  
24.5 (622)  
23 (584)  
10 (254)  
5 (127)  
13 (330)  
10 (254)  
Step-Top Model  
INSTALLATION: 90° Elbow Off Top of Stove Through Backwall  
DOUBLE WALL PIPE  
15 (381)  
10 (254)  
2 (51)  
18.5 (470)  
13 (330)  
6 (152)  
52.5 (1334)  
50.5 (1283)  
24.5 (622)  
18 (457)*  
18 (457)*  
8.5 (216)  
Flat Top Model  
9 (229)  
4 (102)  
19 (229)  
7.5 (191)  
Step-Top Model  
INSTALLATION: ALCOVE Six inch (6") (152mm) diameter listed Double Wall air insulated connector pipe with UL 103 HT listed  
factory-built Class "A" chimney, or a masonry chimney. (Mobile Home must be equipped with a spark arrestor). Maximum depth of  
Alcove shall be no more than 48"(1220mm). Please refer to the clearances below for minimum Alcove height requirements to top of  
unit.  
DOUBLE WALL PIPE  
Flat Top Model  
15 (381)  
13 (330)  
N/A  
N/A  
13 (330)  
10 (254)  
N/A  
N/A  
10.5 (267)  
6.5 (165)  
52.5 (1334)  
37 (940)  
24.5 (622)  
23 (584)  
N/A  
N/A  
Step-Top Model  
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FLOOR PROTECTION  
FLOOR PROTECTION: Floor protector must be noncombustible material, extending beneath heater and to the  
front/sides/rear as indicated. The floor must be non-combustible or otherwise adequately protected from radiant heat  
given off by the unit and from sparks and falling embers. A layer of thin brick or ceramic tile over a combustible floor is not  
sufficient. A listed hearth pad that has a “k” value of .84 or lower meets this requirement.  
In USA installations, it is necessary to install a floor protector of 1/2" thick metal clad millboard (“k” value = .84) or equivalent  
at least 16" in front of glass door and 8" to both sides of the fuel loading door. Open the door and measure 8” from the side  
edge of the opening in the face of the stove. See *exception below.  
See Alternate Materials Worksheet on Page 9 to determine if alternate floor protection materials are acceptable.  
In Canada, similar floor protection must be provided 18" (457mm) in front and 8" (203mm) from the sides and rear  
of the stove. See *exception below.  
*EXCEPTION: Non-combustile floor protection must extend beneath the flue pipe when installed with horizontal venting  
and extend 2” (51mm) beyond each side.  
NOTE: Drawings are for illustration purposes only and are not to scale.  
USA 4300 Millennium  
USA 4300 Step Top Uni-Body  
Canada - Both Models  
203mm (8")  
Millennium  
2-3/4"  
3-1/4"  
4-3/4"  
1287mm  
(50-3/4")  
minimum  
203mm  
(8")  
203mm  
(8")  
5-1/4"  
40-1/2"  
minimum  
40-3/4"  
minimum  
Fuel loading door  
Fuel loading door  
Step Top  
1288mm  
(50-1/2")  
minimum  
8"  
457mm (18")  
8"  
16" from glass  
16" from glass  
CANADA  
USA  
USA  
31-5/8" minimum  
Step Top Uni-body  
1080mm (42-1/2)  
minimum  
Millennium  
1054mm (41-1/2")  
31-5/8" minimum  
minimum  
USA -4300 Millinneum  
Horizontal Venting  
Both Models  
USA 4300 Uni-Body Step Top  
56-5/8"  
48-1/2"  
30.0"  
30.0"  
56-5/8"  
48-1/2"  
Must extend 2" (51mm) beyond each  
side of pipe
 
(shaded area)  
USA  
30.0"  
USA  
30.0"  
USA - Required  
Canada - Recommended  
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FLOOR PROTECTION (Cont’d)  
ALTERNATE MATERIALS WORKSHEET  
How to determine if alternate floor protection materials are acceptable:  
All floor protection must be non-combustible (i.e., metals, brick, stone, mineral fiber boards, etc.). Any organic materials  
(i.e., plastics, wood paper products, etc.) are combustible and must not be used. The floor protection specified includes  
some form of thermal designation such as R-value (thermal resistance) or k-factor (thermal conductivity).  
PROCEDURE:  
1. Convert specification to R-value:  
1
x T  
R =  
K-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches:  
R-value given - no conversion needed.  
K x 12  
1
k
k-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches:  
r-factor is given with a required thickness (T) in inches: R = r x T  
x T  
R =  
2. Determine the R-value of the proposed alternate floor protector.  
i. Use the formula in step (1) to convert values not expressed as “R”.  
ii. For multiple layers, add R-values of each layer to determine overall R-value.  
3. If the overall R-value of the system is greater than the R-value of the specified floor protector, the alternate is acceptable.  
EXAMPLE: The specified floor protector should be 3/4 inch thick material with a k-factor of 0.84. The proposed alternate is  
4” brick with an r-factor of 0.2 over 1/8” mineral board with a k-factor of 0.29.  
1
k
1
.84  
x 0.75 = 0.893  
=
x T  
R =  
Step (a): Use formula above to convert specification to R-value.  
Step (b): Calculate R of proposed system.  
4" brick of r = 0.2, therefore:  
= 0.2 x 4 = 0.8  
1/8" mineral board of k = 0.29, therefore:  
1
R
R
=
x 0.125 = 0.431  
brick  
mineral board  
0.29  
R
= R  
brick  
+ R  
mineral board  
= 0.8 + 0.431 = 1.231  
total  
Step (c): Compare proposed system R  
than required, the system is acceptable.  
of 1.231 to specified R of 0.893. Since proposed system R  
is greater  
total  
total  
(ft2)(hr)(oF)  
(ft2)(hr)(oF)  
(Btu)(in)  
Btu(ft)  
1
k
Btu(in)  
=
= K x 12  
r =  
k =  
K =  
DEFINITIONS  
ft2(hr)(oF)  
R =  
ft2(hr)(oF)  
Btu  
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CHIMNEY HEIGHT/DRAFT  
To be sure that your Quadra-Fire stove burns properly, the chimney draft (static pressure) should be approximately -.10”  
water column (W.C.) during a high burn and -.04” W.C. during a low burn, measured 6” (152mm) above the top of the  
stove after one hour of operation at each burn setting.  
NOTE: These are guidelines only, and may vary somewhat for individual installations.  
Your Quadra-Fire stove was designed for and tested on a 6” (152mm) chimney, 12 ft.-14 ft. (360-420cm) high, (includes stove  
height) measured from the base of the stove. The further your stack height or diameter varies from this configuration, the  
possibility of performance problems exists. In addition, exterior conditions such as roof line, surrounding trees, prevailing  
winds and nearby hills can influence stove performance. Your local dealer is the expert in your geographic area and can  
usually make suggestions or discover solutions that will easily correct your flue problem, allowing your woodstove and its  
flue system to operate correctly and provide safe and economical heat for your home.  
A masonry chimney or a listed factory-built UL103 HT Class “A” chimney must be the required height above the roof and  
any other nearby obstructions. The chimney must be at least 3 ft. (91cm) higher than the highest point where it passes  
through the roof and at least 2 ft. (61cm) higher than the highest part of the roof or structure that is within 10 ft. (305cm) of  
the chimney, measured horizontally. See 2-10-3 Rule below.  
These are safety requirements and are not meant to assure proper flue draft.  
We recommend using a minimum total system height of 12 ft. (360cm), measured from the flue collar to the top of the chim-  
ney (not including chimney cap).  
Availability of combustion air: A source of air (oxygen) is necessary in order for combustion to take place. It is important  
to realize that whatever combustion air is consumed by the fire must be replaced. If you are using room air, the air is  
replaced via air leakage that occurs around windows and under doors, etc. However, in most newly constructed houses,  
mobile homes, or even existing homes that are fitted with tightly sealed doors and windows, the area from which the  
combustion air is taken is relatively air tight. In these cases, an outside air source must be made available to feed  
combustion air from outside the home into the stove. An Outside Air Kit is available for your stove as an option, Part  
831-1780. The kit is a requirement for mobile home installations. Check with the local authorities in your area for  
the requirements in your location.  
2-10-3 RULE  
2 ft Min (61cm)  
3 ft Min  
(91cm)  
10 ft Min  
(305cm)  
WARNING!  
ALWAYS FOLLOW CHIMNEY CONNECTOR MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER INSTALLATION.  
CHIMNEY CONNECTOR IS TO BE USED ONLY WITHIN THE ROOM, BETWEEN THE STOVE AND CEILING OR  
WALL. THE CONNECTOR SHALL NOT PASS THROUGH AN ATTIC OR ROOF SPACE, CLOSET OR SIMILAR  
CONCEALED SPACE, OR A FLOOR, OR CEILING. MAINTAIN MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES  
AS REFERENCED ON PAGES 7, 8, 9, &10.  
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FLUE SYSTEMS  
MASONRY CHIMNEY (Cont’d)  
There are two separate and different parts to a flue system: the  
chimney connector and the chimney itself.  
The flue should be checked to determine that it is not too  
large for the stove. NFPA 211 allows the cross-sectional  
area of the flue to be no more than 3 times the cross-  
sectional area of the flue collar of the stove (28 x 3 = 84  
square inches). It is recommended that a chimney with  
a larger diameter than 6” (152mm) be relined, since the  
oversized flue can cause poor performance and contribute  
to the accumulation of creosote. (See page 10 for more  
information about troubleshooting draft problems).  
A. Single wall connector or stove pipe. This must be at least  
24 gauge mild steel or 26 gauge blue steel. The sections  
must be attached to the stove and to each other with the  
crimped (male) end pointing toward the stove. See Figure  
11A. All joints, including the connection at the stove collar,  
should be secured with three sheet metal screws. Make  
sure to follow the minimum clearances to combustibles as  
set out on page 7 of this manual. Where passage through  
the wall, or partition of combustible construction is desired,  
the installation shall conform to CAN/CSA-B365 (Canada).  
CAUTION! DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY  
FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.  
When connecting the stove through a combustible wall to  
a masonry chimney, special methods are needed. There  
are several ways to make this connection, including  
the construction of a masonry thimble. In Canada, the  
installation shall conform to CAN/CSA-B365. Check with  
your local building authorities and/or consult the National  
Fire Protection Association (NFPA 211). Refer to Figure  
13B on page 13 and Figures 14A & 14B on page 14  
B. Factory-built listed chimney connector (vented). A listed  
connector (vented) must be used when installing this unit  
in a mobile home. The listed connectors must conform to  
each other to ensure a proper fit and seal.  
Wood Stud 2"  
(51mm)  
CRIMPED  
FLUE  
END  
TOWARDS  
STOVE  
Clearance  
from chimney  
wall  
GAS  
DIRECTION  
Fireclay liner 5/8"  
(16mm) Minimum  
or Equivalent.  
Header  
FIGURE 11A - Chimney Connector  
MASONRY CHIMNEY  
For optimal performance, masonry chimneys used to vent this  
appliance should be lined with a 6" (152mm) stainless steel  
liner. Installations into a clay flue without a stainless steel liner  
may reduce draw which affects performance, cause the glass  
to darken and produce excessive creosote.  
Fireclay liner 5/8"  
(16mm) Minimum  
or Equivalent.  
Sill support  
Ensure that a masonry chimney meets the minimum standards  
of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard  
211. It must have at least a 5/8" (16mm) fire clay liner or a  
listed chimney liner system. See Figure 11B. Make sure there  
are no cracks, loose mortar or other signs of deterioration  
and blockage. It is best to have the chimney inspected by a  
professional, and be sure to have the chimney cleaned before  
the stove is installed and operated.  
Thimble Assembly:  
12" (305mm) of brick  
separation between  
clay liner and  
FIGURE 11B  
WARNING!! IF INSTALLING THIS MODEL TO A MASONRY CHIMNEY, ALWAYS BE SURE THE CHIMNEY IS IN GOOD  
CONDITION AND THAT IT MEETS THE MINIMUM STANDARDS OF THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)  
STANDARD 211. A FACTORY BUILT CHIMNEY MUST BE 6” (152mm) UL103 HT.  
THIS APPLIANCE IS MADE WITH A 6 INCH (152mm) DIAMETER CHIMNEY CONNECTOR AS THE FLUE COLLAR ON THE  
UNIT. CHANGING THE DIAMETER OF THE CHIMNEY CAN AFFECT DRAFT AND CAUSE POOR PERFORMANCE. IT IS NOT  
RECOMMENDED TO USE OFFSETS OR ELBOWS AT ALTITUDES ABOVE 4000 FEET ABOVE SEA LEVEL OR WHEN THERE  
ARE OTHER FACTORS THAT AFFECT FLUE DRAFT.  
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SOLID PACK CHIMNEY WITH METAL SUPPORTS AS A THIMBLE  
For the method of installation to a masonry chimney shown in Figures 14A & 14B on page 14, it will be necessary to  
purchase a 12” (305mm) long 8" (203mm) inside diameter, section of prefabricated listed solid pack chimney to use as a  
thimble. Purchase a wall spacer, trim collar, and a wall band manufactured to fit the chimney section you purchase.  
The safety features of this system are twofold: 1) A 2" (51 mm) air space between the chimney section and combustible  
wall; and, 2) The 1" (25mm) air space around the chimney connector as it passes through the chimney section to  
the chimney.  
The location of the opening through the wall to the chimney must leave a minimum 18" (457mm) vertical clearance  
between the connector pipe and the ceiling (or minimum recommended from pipe manufacturer) to prevent the  
ceiling from catching fire.  
Measure for the center-line as shown in Figure 12A below. Cut an opening in the wall large enough to accommodate the  
outside dimension of the chimney section plus the minimum air space specified by its manufacturer. It may be necessary  
to cut the wall studs and install a header and a sill frame to maintain the wall support. The hole in the chimney must have  
at least an 8" (203mm) diameter fire clay liner or equivalent, secured with refractory mortar. If it is necessary to cut a hole  
in the chimney liner, use extreme care to keep it from shattering.  
FIRECLAY FLUE  
CONCRETE CAP  
LINER WITH AIR  
SPACE  
RAFTER  
Wall  
FLASHING  
EAVE  
1" (25mm) CLEARANCE  
WITH FIRESTOP  
Center of Hole  
Opening  
Center Line  
CEILING  
JOIST  
Center Line  
COMBUSTIBLE  
WALL  
1" (25mm)  
CLEARANCE  
THIMBLE,  
12" (305mm)  
OF BRICK  
SHEATHING  
Add center-line measurement to depth  
measurement of your floor protector. Mark  
this combined measurement at correct wall  
location for your installation, maintaining  
minimum clearance to combustibles, and  
mark wall for a 10" x 10" (254mm x 254mm)  
square hole.  
FLOOR  
PROTECTOR  
FIGURE 12A  
FIGURE 12B  
AIRTIGHT  
CLEANOUT DOOR  
WARNING! ALWAYS FOLLOW CHIMNEY CONNECTOR MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER INSTALLATION.  
CHIMNEY CONNECTOR IS TO BE USED ONLY WITHIN THE ROOM, BETWEEN THE STOVE AND CEILING OR WALL, NEVER  
PASSING THROUGH A COMBUSTIBLE CEILING OR WALL. THE CONNECTOR SHALL NOT PASS THROUGH AN ATTIC OR  
ROOF SPACE, CLOSET OR SIMILAR CONCEALED SPACE, OR A FLOOR, OR CEILING. MAINTAIN MINIMUM CLEARANCES  
TO COMBUSTIBLES AS REFERENCED ON PAGE 7.  
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SOLID PACK CHIMNEY WITH METAL SUPPORTS AS A THIMBLE (Cont’d)  
First, make the frame for the thimble, ensur-  
ing it is no smaller than 14" (356mm) square,  
to maintain a 2" (51mm) air space around the  
chimney section.  
Min. Chimney Clearance  
to Wall Spacer and  
Combustibles - 2" (51mm)  
Min. Clearance  
2" (51mm)  
1" (25mm) Air Space  
to Chimney Section  
Attach the wall spacer to the chimney side of  
the frame. Then insert the frame into the open-  
ing, toe nailing it to the wall studs. Install the  
wall band in the framing to secure the chimney  
section in place.  
Chimney Flue Liner  
Fireclay  
Liner or  
Equivalent  
Chimney  
Connector  
Chimney Section  
Insert a single section of chimney connector  
into the chimney through the wall band, being  
sure it does not protrude into the chimney  
beyond the edge of the chimney flue lining.  
Trim Collar  
Wall Band  
Wall Spacer  
Masonry Chimney  
Constructed to NFPA 211  
Apply high temperature furnace cement to the  
end of the chimney section and install it over  
the connector, through the wall spacer. Tighten  
the wall band to hold the chimney section firmly  
in place and against the chimney.  
FIGURE 13A  
Fire Clay  
Flue Liner  
with Airspace  
Install the trim collar on the outside of the  
opening. Check to make sure there is a 1"  
(25mm) air space between the connector and  
the chimney section.  
Masonry  
Chimney  
During installation be certain that a 2" (51mm)  
air space to the wood framing is maintained.  
Do not fill this space with insulation. Insulation  
in this air space will cause a heat buildup which  
may ignite the wood framing.  
Trim Collar  
Wall Spacer  
Chimney Section  
with 2" (51mm)  
Clearance to  
Wall Band to  
Secure Chimney  
Section  
Combustibles  
Chimney  
Connector  
Wood Studs Used for  
Framing - Spaced 2"  
(51mm) clearance from  
Masonry Chimney  
FIGURE 13B  
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CONNECTION TO A METAL PRE-FABRICATED CHIMNEY  
When a metal prefabricated chimney is used,  
the manufacturer’s installation instructions  
must be followed precisely. You must also  
purchase (from the same manufacturer) and  
install the ceiling support package or wall pass-  
through and “T” section package, firestops  
(where needed), insulation shield, roof flashing,  
chimney cap, etc. Maintain the proper  
clearance to the structure as recommended by  
the manufacturer. This clearance is usually a  
minimum of 2” (51mm), although it may vary by  
manufacturer or for certain components.  
Listed  
Chimney  
Attic  
Insulation  
Shield  
Listed Cap  
Storm Collar  
Combustible  
Ceiling  
Joists  
Maintain 2" (51mm)  
Clearance  
Specified  
Clearance  
Flashing  
Ceiling  
Support  
Chimney  
Connector  
Listed Chimney  
To Stove  
Ceiling Support  
Chimney  
Connector  
Combustible Wall  
There are basically two methods of metal  
chimney installation. One method is to install  
the chimney inside the residence through the  
ceiling and the roof (Figure 14A). Install an  
attic insulation shield to maintain the specified  
clearance to insulation. Insulation in this air  
space will cause a heat buildup which may ignite  
the ceiling joists.The other method is to install  
an exterior chimney that runs up the outside  
of the residence (Figure 14B). This method  
of installation requires at a minimum a wall  
pass-through device, a wall support package,  
insulated “T” section and roof flashing. The  
components illustrated may not look exactly like  
the system you purchase, but they demonstrate  
the basic components you will need for a  
proper and safe installation.  
*
*
*
Refer to Clearances  
to Combustibles  
Floor  
Protector  
FIGURE 14A - INTERIOR CHIMNEY  
Combustible Outside Wall  
Listed  
Chimney Pipe  
Listed Cap  
Maintain 2" (51mm)  
Clearance Through Eave  
2" (51mm)  
Clearance  
Chimney  
Connector  
Listed Chimney  
Flashing  
The chimney must be the required height  
above the roof or other obstruction for safety  
and proper draft operation. The chimney  
must be a minimum of 3 ft. (91cm) higher  
than the highest point where it passes through  
the roof, and at least 2 ft. (61cm) higher  
than the highest part of the roof or structure  
that is within 10’ ft. (305cm) of the chimney,  
measured horizontally (2-10-3 Rule Figure  
on page 10).  
To Stove  
Insulated " T "  
Wall Support  
Trim Collar  
on Inside  
Wall  
Wall Spacer on  
Outside Wall  
*
Combustible  
Ceiling  
Insulated " T "  
Chimney  
Connector  
*
*
Combustible Wall  
Floor  
Protector  
IMPORTANT!  
*Refer to Clearances to Combustibles  
Follow the manufacturer’s  
installation instructions  
and maintain the  
manufacturer’s specified  
clearance distances.  
FIGURE 14B -EXTERIOR CHIMNEY  
In Canada when using a factory-built chimney, make sure it is safety listed, Type UL 103 HT CLASS "A"  
or conforming to CAN/ULC-S629, STANDARD FOR 650°C FACTORY-BUILT CHIMNEYS.  
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MOBILE HOME INSTALLATION  
You must use a Quadra-Fire Outside Air Kit Part 831-1780 for installation in a mobile home.  
1. An outside air inlet must be provided for combustion and must  
remain clear of leaves, debris, ice and/or snow. It must be  
Spark Arestor Cap  
unrestricted while unit is in use to prevent room air starvation  
which can cause smoke spillage and an inability to maintain a  
fire. Smoke spillage can also set off smoke alarms.  
Storm Collar  
2. Stove must be secured to the mobile home structure by  
bolting pedestal through hearth pad and into floor. For leg  
Roof Flashing  
models, use 1/4” (6mm) lag bolts with the appropriate length  
for your application.  
3. Stove must be grounded with #8 solid copper grounding wire  
Joist Shield/Firestop  
or equivalent and terminated at each end with N.E.C. approved  
grounding device.  
Double wall  
connector pipe  
4. Stove must be installed with an approved UL103 HT ventilated  
chimney connector, UL103 HT chimney, and terminal cap with  
spark arrestor. Never use a single wall connector (stove  
pipe) in a mobile home installation. Use only double-wall  
connector pipe, Dura-Vent DVL, Selkirk metalbestos DS or  
Security DL double-wall connector or any listed double-wall  
connector pipe.  
Outside Air  
Rear Vent  
5. Refer to page 7 of this manual or the Serial Number label on  
the back of the stove for clearances to combustibles.  
Floor Protector  
6. Floor protection requirements on pages 8-9 must be followed  
precisely.  
7. In Canada, this appliance must be connected to a 6”  
Outside Air Floor Vent  
(152mm) factory-built chimney conforming to CAN/ULC-  
629M, STANDARD FOR FACTORY BUILT CHIMNEYS. Floor  
protection referenced on pages 8-9 must be followed.  
8. Use silicone to create an effective vapor barrier at the location  
WARNING: NEVER DRAW COMBUSTION AIR FROM  
A WALL, FLOOR OR CEILING CAVITY OR FROM  
ANY ENCLOSED SPACE SUCH AS AN ATTIC OR  
where the chimney or other component penetrates to the  
exterior of the structure.  
9. Follow the chimney and chimney connector manufacturer’s  
instructions when installing the flue system for use in a  
mobile home.  
GARAGE.  
CAUTION: THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE  
MOBILE HOME FLOOR, WALL AND CEILING/ROOF  
MUST BE MAINTAINED. (i.e., DO NOT CUT THROUGH  
FLOOR JOIST, WALL STUD, CEILING TRUSS, ETC.)  
NOTE: Offsets from the vertical, not exceeding 45°, are allowed  
per Section 905(a) of the Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC).  
Offsets greater than 45° are considered horizontal and are also  
allowed, providing the horizontal run does not exceed 75%  
of the vertical height of the vent. Construction, clearance and  
termination must be in compliance with the UMC Table 9C.  
WARNING: DO NOT INSTALL IN SLEEPING ROOM.  
NOTE: Top sections of chimney must be removable to allow maximum clearance of 13.5 ft (411cm) from ground level  
for transportation purposes.  
10. Burn wood only. Other types of fuels may generate poisonous gases (e.g., carbon monoxide).  
11. If unit burns poorly while an exhaust blower is on in home, (i.e., range hood), then increase combustion air.  
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ARS OPERATING AND CLEANING  
ASH REMOVAL SYSTEM (ARS) INSTALLATION  
1. When stove is cool, open front door and brush most  
of the ash into the center of the firebox. Remember  
to leave 1/4” to 1/2” (6-13mm) of ash on the firebox  
floor to act as a natural grate, allowing air to flow  
freely underneath wood.  
1. Place protective pad or stove pallet on floor.  
2. Lay body of stove on its back on protective pad or pallet.  
3. Remove ash removal system top and bottom cover plates by  
loosening nuts under stove. Discard both plates.  
2. Clean ash down through the ash removal system  
grate into the drawer below. If there are large pieces  
in the ashes, you can remove the grate before  
brushing the ash into the drawer. Be sure to replace  
the grate before operating the stove.  
GRATE  
TOP COVER  
PLATE  
STOVE BOTTOM  
3. Swing open ash removal door on leg model. (On the  
pedestal model, first pull down the hinged pedestal  
front to expose the ash removal door).  
4. Pull out the ash drawer. CLOSE the ash removal  
door. (Closing this door avoids ash blowing into the  
room in the event of a downdraft).  
5. Empty the ashes following the directions below.  
NUTS  
6. Swing open ash removal door and replace ash  
drawer with the overhanging lip facing toward you.  
4. Using a rubber mallet, install plugs (supplied) into two front  
holes, See Figure 16A.  
7. Close ash removal door securely.  
5. Line up holes in ash removal system with holes in adapter  
on bottom of stove.  
Disposal of Ashes. Ashes should be placed in a metal  
container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of  
ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or  
on the ground, well away from all combustible materials,  
pending final disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by  
burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should  
be retained in the closed container until all cinders  
have thoroughly cooled.  
6. Screw ash removal system securely in place.  
7. Insert ashpan into ash removal system box, making sure  
the overhanging lip is facing towards you.  
8. Attach legs or pedestal.  
NOTE LEG MODELS: DO NOT TILT THE UNIT ON THE  
CAST IRON LEGS. Lift the unit upright and place it into  
position on the floor protector.  
9. After righting stove, insert ash removal system grate into  
opening in firebox floor.  
LEG MODEL  
DISCARD  
INSTALL PLUGS  
INTO THESE TWO  
HOLES  
PEDESTAL MODEL  
FIGURE 16A  
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PEDESTAL OR LEG KIT INSTALLATION  
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE STOVE BEFORE FULLYASSEMBLING ALL  
COMPONENTS. BURNING YOUR STOVE WITHOUT A PEDESTAL OR LEG  
KIT ATTACHED WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND COULD PRESENT A  
SAFETY HAZARD.  
PEDESTAL MODEL  
1 Place protective pad or stove pallet on floor.  
2. Lay body of stove on its back on protective pad or  
pallet.  
If installing legs, remove  
these screws to attach  
leg brackets to bottom  
of stove  
3. Loosen screws on adapter and slide pedestal over  
adapter on bottom of stove  
4. Line up holes in sides of pedestal with holes in  
adapter.  
5. Securely tighten pedestal into place.  
6. Carefully stand stove up and place in desired loca-  
tion.  
7. Slip wooden decorative strips onto pedestal edges.  
Figure 17A  
8. Open door of stove and check to make sure firebricks  
and ceramic blanket are in their proper locations (see  
pages 24-25).  
LEG MODEL  
1. Remove leg mounting brackets packaged inside fire-  
box.  
LEG MOUNTING BRACKETS  
(packaged inside stove firebox).  
2. Place protective pad or stove pallet on floor.  
3. Lay body of stove on its back on protective pad or  
pallet.  
4 Remove the bolts, using a 9/16” Hex Head socket or  
wrench, from the adapter and save.  
5. Secure mounting brackets to the bottom of the stove  
with 1/4”-20 Phillips screws. These screws are located  
on the outer skin at the bottom rear of the stove. See  
Figure 17A.  
6. Loosely assembly bolts into the corner of the mounting  
brackets.  
7. Slide legs onto mounting brackets and tighten.  
8. Carefully stand stove up and place in desired location.  
9. Use leveling bolts on legs to stabilize and level stove.  
Figure 17B  
CAUTION! DO NOT TILT THE UNIT ON THE  
CAST IRON LEGS. Lift the unit upright and  
place it into position on the floor protector.  
10. Open door of stove and check to make sure firebricks  
and ceramic blanket are in their proper locations (see  
pages 24-25).  
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INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL BLOWER, Part 831-1701  
The blower is shipped fully assembled and ready for installation.  
1. Remove the three bolts (1/4”-20 Phillips Head) on the outer skin at the bottom rear of stove.  
2. Align holes in mounting flange of blower with bolt holes in stove. Blower should be positioned around bottom of rear  
outer skin as shown in drawing below.  
3. Re-insert and tighten bolts, securing blower onto outer wall of stove.  
Do not remove ground from plug. Plug blower cord into a grounded outlet. Route power cord away from stove in such  
a manner to avoid heat from the stove, traffic, or other damage. Do not route cord under or in front of stove.  
ADJUSTING THE BLOWER SPEED CONTROL, IF NECESSARY*  
*The blower speed control for this unit is adjusted at the factory and normally does not  
require further adjustment.  
NOTE: When the speed control is turned clockwise, it will click on to high speed. Continue to turn the speed control clockwise  
to decrease the speed. At full clockwise, the blower should blow gently, but should not stop.  
1. With the unit plugged in, turn the speed control knob to slow (full clockwise).  
2. With a small screwdriver, adjust the blower speed by turning the adjustment mechanism through the hole on the side  
of the speed control.  
3. Adjust the speed so the blower runs slowly, but does not stop. Turn clockwise to slow the blower and counterclockwise  
to increase the speed.  
BLOWER SPEED CONTROL  
Outer  
Skin  
Blower  
Mounting  
Flange  
Figure 17A  
(4300 Millennium Only)  
TOP HEAT SHIELD INSTALLATION, Part: 831-0972  
3. Set top heat shield on stove and push down into  
1. Unscrew and remove the rear heat deflector.  
“S” clips.  
2. Attach the two “S” clips to the upper edge of the outer  
wall of the stove.  
4. Install chimney pipe through the hole in the top  
heat shield.  
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OUTSIDE AIR KIT INSTALLATION  
Part 831-1780  
Included in Kit: 1 front cover; fiberglass rope; 2 vent  
straps; venting flange & 4 screws; termination  
cap & screws. Not all materials are needed for  
each model.  
MILLENNIUM MODEL  
Items Needed for Installation: 4” (102mm) flex pipe  
in the length as required for your installation;  
Phillips screwdriver; Silicone sealant; Drills and  
saws necessary for cutting holes through the wall  
or flooring in your home.  
FLEX FLANGE  
(if needed for rear exit.)  
FRONT COVER  
1. Remove all materials from packing box.  
SIDE COVER (2)  
C
L
4-3/8" (111mm)  
2. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove 2 bolts  
beneath the ashcatcher. Reuse bolts to install  
front cover. Be certain that the cover is pushed  
back as far as possible.  
FIBERGLASS SEALING ROPE  
4" (102mm) FLEX LINE  
OUTSIDE AIR  
TERMINTATION CAP  
(contains rodent screen)  
(Not Included)  
3. Install side covers to each side. Slide covers into  
area and secure with 4 sheet metal screws.  
4. Floor installation: Cut a 4” (102mm) minimum  
hole in the floor to accommodate outside air piping.  
Use 4” (102mm) metal flex or rigid piping to directly  
connect outside air to the unit or into vented crawl  
space. (Do not put flex into a non-vented crawl  
space). Use the supplied termination cap with a  
rodent screen. Seal between the floor and the  
pipe with silicone to prevent moisture penetration.  
Install fiberglass sealing rope under each side  
of pedestal.  
UNI-BODY  
PEDESTAL MODEL  
(Cut-away  
view)  
FRONT  
COVER  
4" (102mm) FLEX LINE  
(Not Included)  
FIBERGLASS  
SEALING  
ROPE  
5. Rear/wall installation: (Millennium Model only,  
use the knockout plate in rear of the pedestal for  
exterior wall venting.) Cut a 4” (102mm) hole in  
outside wall to accommodate outside air piping.  
Use 4” (102mm) metal flex or rigid piping to directly  
connect outside air to stove intake. Use the  
supplied termination cap with a rodent screen.  
Seal between the wall and the pipe with silicone  
to prevent moisture penetration. Install fiberglass  
sealing rope under each side of pedestal.  
FLEX  
FLANGE  
SIDE  
COVER (2)  
OUTSIDE AIR TERMINATION CAP  
(contains rodent screen)  
4" (102mm) FLEX LINE  
(Not Included)  
FRONT  
COVER  
FLEX  
FLANGE  
SIDE  
COVER (2)  
OUTSIDE AIR TERMINATION  
CAP  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE USING STOVE  
BURNING PROCESS  
dry and rekindle the next load of wood. It is best to open the  
air controls for a short while before reloading. This livens  
up the coalbed. Open door slowly so that ash or smoke  
does not exit stove through opening. You should also break  
up any large chunks and distribute the coals so that the new  
wood is laid on hot coals.  
In recent years there has been an increasing concern about air  
quality. Much of the blame for poor air quality has been placed  
on the burning of wood for home heating. In order to improve  
the situation, we at Quadra-Fire have developed cleaner-burning  
wood stoves that surpass the requirements for emissions  
established by our governing agencies. These wood stoves, like  
any other appliances, must be properly operated in order to insure  
that they perform the way they are designed to perform. Improper  
operation can turn most any wood stove into a smoldering  
environmental hazard.  
Air quality is important to all of us, and if we choose to use  
wood to heat our homes we should do so responsibly. To  
do this we need to learn to burn our stoves in the cleanest  
way possible. Doing this will allow us to continue using our  
wood stoves for many years to come.  
KINDLING or 1st STAGE  
AIR CONTROLS  
It helps to know a little about the actual process of burning in  
order to understand what goes on inside a stove. The first stage  
of burning is called the kindling stage. In this stage, the wood is  
heated to a temperature high enough to evaporate the moisture  
which is present in all wood. The wood will reach the boiling  
point of water (212°F) and will not get any hotter until the water  
is evaporated. This process takes heat from the coals and  
tends to cool the stove.  
START-UP AIR SYSTEM  
The combustion air enters at the rear of the firebox through  
the rear air tubes. This air supply is controlled by the  
Start-up Air Control.  
PRIMARY AIR SYSTEM  
The primary air enters at the upper front of the firebox, near  
the top of the glass door. This preheated air supplies the  
necessary fresh oxygen to mix with the unburned gases, help-  
ing to create secondary, tertiary and quaternary combustions.  
This air is regulated by the Primary AirControl. For more  
primary air push control in, for less air pull control out.  
Fire requires three things to burn: fuel, air and heat. So, if heat  
is robbed from the stove during the drying stage, the new load of  
wood has reduced the chances for a good clean burn. For this  
reason, it is always best to burn dry, seasoned firewood. When  
the wood isn’t dry, you must open the air controls and burn the  
stove at a high burn setting for a longer time to start it burning.  
The heat generated from the fire should be warming your home  
and establishing the flue draft, not evaporating the moisutre out of  
wet, unserasoned wood, resulting in wasted heat.  
The air control on the right side of the stove is called the Start -Up  
Air Control; it is used during the kindling stage of burning. It must  
be closed (pulled out) after the first 5 to 15 minutes.  
START-UP AIR  
CONTROL  
PRIMARY AIR  
CONTROL  
2nd STAGE  
The next stage of burning, the secondary stage, is the period when  
the wood gives off flammable gases which burn above the fuel  
with bright flames. During this stage of burning it is very important  
that the flames be maintained and not allowed to go out. This will  
ensure the cleanest possible fire. If you are adjusting your stove  
for a low burn rate, you should close down the air to the point  
where you can still maintain some flame. If the flames tend to  
go out, the stove is set too low for your burning conditions. The  
air control in the center of the stove beneath the ashcatcher, is  
the one used to adjust the stove for burn rates. This is called the  
Primary Air Control. See Figure 20A.  
OPEN - PUSH IN Rod  
CLOSE - PULL OUT Rod  
FIGURE 20A  
OPERATION OF TWO-STEP DOOR HANDLE  
The 4300 is equipped with a two-step door handle. Turn the  
door handle counter clockwise and open the door. The door  
will open approximately one inch and stop. This allows for  
the air flow to stablize and flow up the chimney and helps  
prevent smoke spillage into the room. We recommend that  
you pause at this stage to allow this to take place. Continue  
to turn counter clockwise and now you can completely open  
the door for refueling. See Figure 25A on page 25 for instal-  
lation instructions.  
FINAL STAGE  
The final stage of burning is the charcoal stage. This occurs  
when the flammable gases have been mostly burned and only  
charcoal remains. This is a naturally clean portion of the burn.  
The coals burn with hot blue flames.  
It is very important to reload your stove while enough lively hot  
coals remain in order to provide the amount of heat needed to  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont’d)  
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE USING STOVE  
For maximum operating efficiency with the lowest emissions, follow these operating procedures:  
1. Regardless of desired heat output, when loading stove, burn your stove with both air controls wide open for 5 to 15 minutes.  
2. Regulate burn rate (heat output) by using the Primary Air Control (center under ashcatcher). The Start-Up Air Control (on the  
right) is used for initial start-up and reloading.  
3. Heat output settings: Following 5 to 15 minutes of burning with controls wide open (see #1 above):  
4. Burn dry, well-seasoned wood.  
WARNING: Do not operate with Start-Up Air  
Control in the open position in excess of 15  
minutes! Risk of extreme temperatures! Pro-  
longed operation of this stove with the Start-  
Up Air Control in the open position may cause  
the combustible materials around the stove to  
exceed safe temperature limits.  
BTU / Hr  
Below 10,000  
10,000 - 15,000  
15,000 - 30,000  
Maximum Heat  
Start-Up Air Control  
Closed after 5 to 15 minutes  
Closed after 5 to 15 minutes  
Closed after 5 to 15 minutes  
Closed after 5 to 15 minutes  
*Primary Control  
Pull to Stop  
1” - 1-1/4” open  
1-1/4” - 2-1/2” open  
Fully open  
NOTE: These are approximate settings, and will vary with type of wood or chimney draft. Due to altitude and other environmental circumstances, this  
operation information is a guideline only. Similar burn rates may be obtained using other settings unique to your situation.  
BUILDING A FIRE  
CAUTION: Before lighting your first fire in the stove: 1) Make certain that the baffle is correctly positioned. It  
should be resting against the rear support; 2) Follow instructions on page 22 for cleaning plated surfaces, and;  
3) Remove all labels from glass front.  
CAUTION: Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start  
or “freshen up” a fire in this heater. Keep all such liquids well away from the heater while it is in use.  
There are many ways to build a fire. The basic principle is to light easily-ignitable tinder or paper, which ignites the fast burning  
kindling, which in turn ignites the slow-burning firewood. Here is one method that works well:  
1. Place several wads of crushed paper on the firebox floor. Heating the flue with slightly crumpled newspaper before  
adding kindling keeps smoke to a minimum.  
2. Lay small dry sticks of kindling on top of the paper.  
3. Open Start-Up Air Control and Primary Air Control fully.  
4. Make sure that no matches or other combustibles are in the immediate area of the stove. Be sure the room is adequately  
ventilated and the flue unobstructed.  
5. Light the paper in the stove. NEVER light or rekindle stove with kerosene, gasoline, or charcoal lighter fluid; the  
results can be fatal.  
6. Once the kindling is burning quickly, add several full-length logs 3” (76mm) or 4” (102mm) in diameter. Be careful not  
to smother the fire. Stack the pieces of wood carefully: near enough to keep each other hot, but far enough away from  
each other to allow adequate air flow between them.  
7. When ready to reload the stove, add more logs. Large logs burn slowly, holding a fire longer. Small logs burn fast  
and hot, giving quick heat.  
8. Adjust the Start-Up Air Control and Primary Air Control; the more you close down the Primary Air Control, the lower and slower  
the fire will burn. The more you open the Primary Air Control, the more heat will be produced. The Start-Up Air Control is only  
used for the first 5 to 15 minutes.  
As long as there are hot coals, repeating steps 7 and 8 will maintain a continuous fire throughout the season.  
NOTE: The special high temperature paint that your stove is finished with will cure as your stove heats. You will notice an  
odor and perhaps see some vapor rise from the stove surface; this is normal. We recommend that you open a window  
until the odor dissipates and paint is cured.  
NOTE: Stove should be run full open for 15 minutes a day to keep air passages clean.  
WARNING! DO NOT LEAVE THE FIRE UNATTENDED WHEN THE DOOR  
WARNING! ALWAYS OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE WITH THE DOOR  
IS UNLATCHED. UNSTABLE FIREWOOD COULD FALL OUT OF THE  
FIREBOX CREATING A FIRE HAZARD TO YOUR HOME.  
CLOSED AND LATCHED EXCEPT DURING START-UP AND RE-  
FUELING .  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Cont’d)  
OPACITY  
This is the measure of how cleanly your stove is burning. Opacity is measured in percent; 100% opacity is when an object  
is totally obscured by the smoke column from a chimney, and 0% opacity means that no smoke column can be seen. As you  
become familiar with your stove, you should periodically check the opacity. This will allow you to know how to burn your stove  
as nearly smoke-free as possible (goal of 0% opacity).  
BURN RATES  
STARTING FIRE: Open (push in) both controls fully. After a wood load has been burning for 5 to 15 minutes (longer for very  
large pieces) close the Start-Up Air Control by pulling it out (to the right of the stove).  
HIGH: Leave the Primary Air Control fully open (center of stove under the ashcatcher). It is important to do this when reloading  
the stove. Failure to do this could result in excessive emissions (opacity).  
After a wood load has been burning for 5 to 15 minutes on High to achieve the following burn rates  
set the controls as listed below:  
MEDIUM HIGH: Close the Primary Air Control to 1-1/4” to 2-1/2” (32-64mm) open, Start-Up Air is closed.  
MEDIUM LOW: Close the Primary Air Control to 1” - 1-1/4” (25-32mm) open. Start-Up Air is closed.  
LOW: Gradually close down the Primary Air Control, making sure to maintain flames in the stove. (Start-Up Air is closed.) It is  
very important to maintain flames in your stove during the first few hours of a low burn to avoid excessive air pollution.  
WOOD SELECTION AND STORAGE  
CAUTION: DO NOT STORE WOOD CLOSER THAN THE REQUIRED CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE OF THE STOVE OR  
WITHIN THE SPACE REQUIRED FOR LOADING AND ASH REMOVAL.  
Burn only dry seasoned wood. Store wood under cover, out of the rain and snow. Dry and well-seasoned wood will not only  
minimize the chance of creosote formation, but will give you the most efficient fire. Even dry wood contains at least 15% moisture  
by weight, and should be burned hot enough to keep the chimney hot for as long as it takes to dry the wood out - about one hour.  
It is a waste of energy to burn unseasoned wood of any kind.  
Dead wood lying on the forest floor should be considered wet, and requires full seasoning time. Standing dead wood can  
be considered to be about two-thirds seasoned. To tell if wood is dry enough to burn, check the ends of the logs. If there  
are cracks radiating in all directions from the center, it is dry. If your wood sizzles in the fire, even though the surface is  
dry, it may not be fully cured.  
Splitting wood before it is stored reduces drying time. Wood should be stacked so that both ends of each piece are exposed to  
air, since more drying occurs through the cut ends than the sides. This is true even with wood that has been split. Store wood  
under cover, such as in a shed, or covered with a tarp, plastic, tar paper, sheets of scrap plywood, etc., as uncovered wood can  
absorb water from rain or snow, delaying the seasoning process.  
BLOWER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
(See blower installation instructions on page 18)  
If your Quadra-Fire wood stove is equipped with an optional blower, you should follow these guidelines:  
1. Initial (cold) start-up: Leave blower off until your stove is hot and a good coalbed is established. The blower may be  
turned on approximately 15 minutes after loading the stove with fuel.  
2. High burn setting: The blower may be left on throughout the burn.  
3. Medium Low or Medium-High burn setting: The blower should be left off until a good burn is established, then turned  
on at a medium or high rate.  
4. Low burn setting: The blower tends to cool off the stove. If you are using wet wood or a very low burn setting, leave  
blower off until the burn is well established. Then, if you wish, turn the blower on at a lower rate. Too high a blower setting  
with a low burn rate may adversely affect emissions.  
5. The blower is equipped with a speed control. The highest blower speed is obtained by turning the speed control to“ON” and  
then adjusting counterclockwise towards “OFF” as far as possible without turning the blower off. For a low blower speed,  
turn the control knob clockwise as far as possible.  
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MAINTENANCE and GLASS CARE  
CREOSOTE  
FIREBRICK  
FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL: When wood is  
burned slowly, it produces tar and other organic vapors  
which combine with expelled moisture to form creosote.  
The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cool  
chimney flue of a newly-started or a slow-burning fire. As  
a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining.  
When ignited, this creosote creates an extremely hot fire  
which may damage the chimney or even destroy the house.  
The chimney connector and chimney should be inspected  
once every two months during the heating season to  
determine if a creosote or soot buildup has occurred. If  
creosote or soot has accumulated, it should be removed  
to reduce the risk of a chimney fire.  
The firebox of your Quadra-Fire stove is lined with high quality  
firebrick, which has exceptional insulating properties. There is no  
need to use a grate; simply build a fire on the firebox floor of your  
stove. Do not operate stove without firebrick.  
GLASS CARE  
NOTE: REMOVE ALL LABELS FROM GLASS BEFORE LIGHTING  
THE FIRST FIRE IN YOUR STOVE.  
Quadra-Fire stoves are equipped with ceramic super heat-resistant  
glass, which can only be broken by impact or misuse. Do not slam  
stove door or impact the glass. When closing door, make sure  
that logs do not protrude against the glass. Clean glass with a  
nonabrasive glass cleaner. Abrasive cleaners may scratch and cause  
glass to crack. Inspect glass regularly. If you find a crack or break,  
immediately put the fire out and return the door to your dealer for  
replacement of glass before further use.  
INSPECTION: Inspect the system at the stove connection  
and at the chimney top. Cooler surfaces tend to build  
creosote deposits quicker, so it is important to check the  
chimney from the top as well as from the bottom.  
A portion of the combustion air entering the firebox is deflected  
down over the inside of the door glass. This air flow “washes” the  
glass, helping to keep smoke from adhering to its surface. When  
operated at a low burn rate, less air will be flowing over the glass  
and the smokey, relatively cool condition of a low fire will cause the  
glass to become coated. Operating the stove with the Primary Air  
Control all the way open for 15-20 minutes should remove the built  
up coating. If the deposits on the glass are not very heavy, normal  
glass cleaners work well. Heavier deposits may be removed by using  
a damp cloth dipped in wood ashes or by using a commercially  
available oven cleaner. After using an oven cleaner, it is advisable  
to remove any residue with a glass cleaner or soap and water. Oven  
cleaner left on during the next firing can permanently stain the glass  
and damage the finish on plated metal surfaces.  
REMOVAL: The creosote or soot should be removed with  
a brush specifically designed for the type of chimney in  
use. A chimney sweep can perform this service. It is also  
recommended that before each heating season the entire  
system be professionally inspected, cleaned and repaired  
if necessary.  
CHIMNEY CLEANING  
Remove all ash from the firebox and extinguish all hot  
embers before disposal. Allow the stove to cool completely.  
Disconnect flue pipe or remove baffle from stove before  
cleaning chimney. Otherwise residue can pile up on top of  
the baffleand the stove will not work properly. Close the  
door tightly and proceed with sweeping the chimney. Clean  
out fallen ashes from the firebox.  
CARE AND CLEANING OF PLATED SURFACES  
DISPOSAL OF ASHES  
Clean plated surfaces with vinegar or a glass cleaner before  
lighting your first fire.  
Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight  
fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed  
on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from  
all combustible materials, pending final disposal. If the  
ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally  
dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container  
until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.  
CAUTION: Do not use polishes with abrasives as it will  
scratch the surface.  
WARNING: When the appliance is equipped with a plated door,  
you must clean all the fingerprints and oils from the surface before  
firing the appliance for the first time. Use a glass cleaner or  
vinegar and towel to remove the oils. If not cleaned properly  
before lighting your first fire, the oils can cause permanent  
markings on the plating. After the plating is cured, the oils will  
not affect the finish and little maintenance is required: just wipe  
clean as needed.  
OVERFIRING  
Do not overfire. Using flammable liquids or too much  
wood, burning trash in the stove, or allowing too much  
air into the stove may result in overfiring. If the chimney  
connector or stove glows red or even worse, white, the  
stove is overfired. This condition may ignite creosote in  
the chimney, which can be dangerous, possibly causing  
a house fire. If you overfire, immediately close the air  
controls and door, if open, to reduce the air supply to the  
fire. Overfiring will void the stove warranty.  
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BRICK REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS  
The Step-Top Model accepts theAsh Removal System,  
and the brick pattern incorporates the ash grate.  
The Millennium Model does not accept the Ash  
Removal System.  
3
2
3
2
3
2
2
3
4
5
4
3
3
1
4
1
1
1
1
1
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1
1
4
4
1
1
1
1
6
6
1
1
1
1
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4
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Brick Set Part 831-1960  
Brick Size Qty in Set  
Brick Set Part 831-1970  
Nbr  
1
2
3
4
Nbr  
1
2
3
4
Brick Size  
9 x 4.5 x 1.25”  
Qty in Set  
14  
9 x 4.5 x 1.25”  
9 x 4.5 x 1.25” with hole  
9 x 3.0 x 1.25”  
10  
2
6
9 x 4.5 x 1.25” with hole  
9 x 3.25 x 1.25”  
2.25 x 2 x 1.25”  
2
4
1
2.25 x 2 x 1.25”  
6 x 3.25 x 1.25”  
9 x 2.75 x 1.25”  
1
2
2
5
6
Use Part 832-0550 when ordering individual brick. Please provide brick dimensions or copy  
this page and mark the desired brick and take it to your authorized dealer.  
1. After the coals have completely cooled, remove all old brick and ash from unit and vacuum out firebox.  
2. Remove new brick set from box and lay out to diagram shown above.  
3. Lay bottom bricks in unit.  
4. Install rear bricks on the top of the bottom bricks. Slide top of bricks under clip on back of firebox wall and  
push bottom of brick back.  
5. Install side bricks. Slide top of brick under clips on side of firebox and push the bottom of the brick until it is  
flush with the side of the unit.  
GLASS REPLACEMENT  
Part 832-0060  
Replace with 5mm ceramic glass only  
1. Ensure that the fire is out and the stove is cool to the touch.  
2. Protect a table or counter top with padding or towels.  
3. Remove the door with the broken glass by lifting the door up and off of the hinges.  
4. Lay door face down on a table or counter making sure the handle hangs over the edge so the door lays flat, on a soft surface.  
5. Remove the screws from each glass retainer and remove the glass. (If screws are difficult to remove, soak with penetrating oil first).  
6. Center the glass with edges evenly overlapping the opening in the door, (i.e. same space top and bottom, left and right sides).  
7. Replace the glass retainers. Be careful not to cross thread the screws.  
8. Tighten each retainer just a few turns until each is secured. Check again for centering of glass in door frame. Then continue to tighten  
each retainer alternately, a few turns at a time, until the glass is secured. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.  
9. Replace the door on the appliance.  
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DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY  
SEE PAGE 20 FOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Door Cross Section  
(example)  
1. Install washer on door handle shaft.  
2. Slide door handle through door.  
3. Install second washer(s) as shown.  
4. Install key in groove.  
Latch Cam  
3" (76mm) clearance  
required from bend in Door  
Handle Rod to end of Spring  
Handle.  
Locknut  
Spring  
Handle  
5. Align groove in latch cam with key; slide latch  
cam over shaft.  
6. Install locknut.  
Secondary  
Latch  
Door Handle  
CAUTION! DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN LOCKNUT.  
DOOR HANDLE NEEDS TO MOVE SMOOTHLY.  
Spacing  
Washers  
FIGURE 25A  
Square Key  
7. Install spring handle turning in a counter-clock-  
wise motion on handle leaving a 3” (76mm)  
clearance from bend in door handle rod to end  
of spring handle. See Figure 25A.  
SPRING HANDLE WARNING!  
3” (76mm) clearance is required from bend in  
Door Handle Rod to end of the Spring Handle.  
If installed within that 3” (76mm) area, Spring  
Handle will get hot and may cause injury.  
BAFFLE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION  
NOTE: The baffle in the 4300 is 2700° Fiber Board. Removing hardware exposed to combustion processes can be frustrating.  
If your reason for removing the baffle is simply to clean the chimney, you have alternatives which will save time and effort. Call a  
qualified chimney sweep or an authorized Quadra-Fire dealer for details.  
1. Remove all ash from the firebox, and extinguish all hot embers before disposal into a metal container.  
2. With a 3/16” allen wrench, remove the 2 front secondary combustion tube retainer bolts on the secondary air channel under the  
end of the front tubes. See Figure 25B. NOTE: Soak the bolts with penetrating oil for at least 15 minutes before trying to remove  
them.  
3. To remove the secondary combustion tubes, slide the tube to one side until one end is out of its hole. Then, while lifting that end of  
the fiber board, pull the tube up over the secondary air channel and out of the hole at the other end.  
NOTE: When replacing the secondary tubes, be sure the tube with the larger holes is placed in the front or your stove  
will not operate properly.  
4. Slide fiber board and ceramic blanket forward to front of stove, tilt down and slide to the door. Tilt to one side and slide both through  
door at the same time. Keep them tilted as you lift it out of the door. See Figure 25C.  
5. To install the fiber board baffle and ceramic blanket, repeat steps 2 through 4 in reverse. Be sure that the fiber board baffle is pushed  
back fully and the blanket is down flat. The front of the blanket should be flush with the front of the baffle.  
First tube has larger holes  
Ceramic Blanket  
Fiberboard Baffle  
Allen wrench  
on retainer bolt  
FIGURE 25C - Baffle and Ceramic Blanket .  
FIGURE 25B - Allen wrench on retainer bolt.  
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EXPLODED VIEWS  
4
Item  
1
Part Name  
Door, Cast  
1
5
2
Door Handle  
9
3
4
5
6
Glass, Replacement  
Glass Frame Assembly  
Glass Frame Screws (10)  
Hinge Pins  
8
6
7
10  
7
Latch, Cam  
8
Latch Cam key  
9
Latch, Secondary  
2
10 Locking Nut  
11 Spring Handle, 1/2”  
12 Trim for Door  
12  
3
(Trim Door Assembly only)  
13 Washer, Spacing  
11  
DOOR, GLASS AND DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY  
17.0"  
Ceramic Blanket  
(432mm)  
7
19.0" (483mm)  
5
12  
Item  
1
2
Part Name  
Air Control Rods  
Ash Removal Grate  
Ash Pan  
9
1
3
4
5
6
7
Ash Removal Door  
Baffle, Fiberboard  
Blower Assembly  
Ceramic Blanket  
Door Assembly  
2
8
6
8
4
9
Door Handle Assembly  
3
10 Leg Mounting Brackets  
11 Legs, Cast  
10  
11  
12 Manifold Tubes (4)  
13 Oak Trim for Pedestal (2)  
14 Pedestal Base  
14  
13  
Model Shown: Step Top Uni-Body  
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ACCESSORIES  
831-1671 . . . . . . . .Ash Removal System (ARS)  
831-1701 . . . . . . . .Blower Assembly  
832-1092 . . . . . . . .Door Assembly, Black  
832-1912 . . . . . . . .Door Assembly, Gold Trim  
DR-31/43NL . . . . . .Door Assembly, Nickel Trim  
UK-DRNL . . . . . . . .Nickel Upgrade Kit, (includes (2) hinge pins & (3) spring handles)  
831-1250 . . . . . . . .Queen Anne Legs, Gold  
831-1240 . . . . . . . .Queen Anne Legs, Cast  
LEGS-QANL. . . . . .Queen Anne Legs, Nickelt  
831-1780 . . . . . . . .Outside Air Kit, Pedestal or Leg, Floor or Rear  
831-1860 . . . . . . . .Pedestal Assembly  
831-0972 . . . . . . . .Top Heat Shield, Black (4300 Millennium only)  
831-1650 . . . . . . . .Top Heat Shield, Gold Grille Accessory  
SERVICE PARTS  
831-1980 . . . . . . . Baffle, Fiberboard  
831-1960 . . . . . . . Brick Set, ARS Step Top Model  
831-1970 . . . . . . . Brick Set, Millennium Model  
832-0550 . . . . . . . Brick, Individual, Pumice (give dimensions needed, see page 24)  
832-3401 . . . . . . . Ceramic Blanket, 1” thick (field cut to fit size 17” x 19”)  
831-1990 . . . . . . . Component Pack (includes paint, gold spring handles and manual)  
472-5130 . . . . . . . Door Handle Assembly  
832-1680 . . . . . . . Door Rope, 3/4” thick, (field cut to proper length)  
832-0060 . . . . . . . Glass Assembly  
831-2000 . . . . . . . Manifold tubes, set (4)  
832-0620 . . . . . . . Spring Handle, Door, 1/2”, Gold  
832-0630 . . . . . . . Spring Handle, Air Control, 1/4”, Gold, Set (2)  
APPLIANCES  
4300 Millennium  
4300 Step Top Uni-body  
820-0710 4300 Millennium, Black Door, Pedestal  
820-0701  
4300 Step Top, Uni-Body  
43M-GT  
43M-NT  
4300 Millennium, Gold Trim Door, Pedestal  
4300 Millennium, Nickel Trim Door, Pedestal  
Door Options  
832-1092  
Black Door  
832-1912  
Gold Trim Door  
DR-31/43NL Nickel Trim Door  
NOTE: Ash Removal System is not available  
for the Millennium Model  
Base Options  
831-1860  
831-1250  
831-1240  
Pedestal  
Queen Anne Legs, Gold  
Queen Anne Legs, Black  
LEGS-QANL Queen Anne Legs, Nickel  
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NOTES  
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Service and Maintenance Log  
Date of Service  
Performed By  
Description of Service  
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Lifetime Warranty  
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY  
The Hearth & Home Technologies limited Lifetime Warranty guarantees that the following components will work as designed  
for the lifetime of the stove or Hearth & Home Technologies will repair or replace them. These items include but are not limited  
to steel and cast iron components, all gas burners, gas logs, combustion chambers, heat exchanger systems, stainless steel  
firebox components, plating, doors, glass damaged by thermal breakage, steel baffle supports, steel and ceramic baffles and  
manifold tubes. Labor is for the first five years.  
THREE YEAR WARRANTY  
Our EZ Clean firepots are covered under Hearth & Home Technologies three-year warranty program. Labor is for 3 years.  
TWO YEAR WARRANTY  
A
ll electrical components such as but not limited to blowers, wiring, vacuum switches, speed controls, control boxes,  
thermodisc switches, pilot assembly, gas valves, thermostats and remotes are covered under Hearth & Home Technologies  
two-year warranty program. Labor is for two years.  
ONE YEAR WARRANTY  
Porcelain finishes are warranted against manufacturer defects for one year. Labor to repair or replace these parts is covered  
for one year, reimbursed per our warranty service fee schedule.  
CONDITIONS  
This warranty is non-transferable and is made to the original retail purchaser only provided that the purchase was made  
through an authorized dealer of Hearth & Home Technologies. It must be installed and operated at all times in accordance with  
the Installation and Operating Instructions furnished with this product, as well as any applicable local and national codes. Any  
alteration, willful abuse, accident, or misuse of the product shall nullify this warranty.  
Labor to repair or replace items covered under the limited Lifetime Warranty will be covered for the first five years per our  
warranty service fee reimbursement schedule. Parts covered under the limited Lifetime Warranty will be covered for the  
lifetime of the appliance up to a maximum of ten (10) years after Hearth & Home Technologies discontinues the model and two  
(2) years for optional accessories. Adjustments, regular maintenance, cleaning and temporary repairs do not qualify for a  
service call fee and will not be covered. The replacement of consumer replaceable items and installation of upgraded  
component parts do not quality for a service call fee, and will not be covered.  
This limited Lifetime Warranty does not extend to or include surface finish on the appliance, door gasketing, glass gasketing,  
glass, firebrick, pellet logs, igniters, kaowool or other ceramic insulating materials. It does not cover installation or operational-  
related problems such as overfiring, use of corrosive driftwood, downdrafts or spillage caused by environmental conditions,  
nearby trees, buildings, hilltops, mountains, inadequate venting or ventilation, excessive offsets, or negative air pressures  
caused by mechanical systems such as furnaces, fans, clothes dryers, etc.  
A
ny installation, construction, transportation, or other related costs or expenses arising from defective part(s), repair,  
replacement, etc., will not be covered by this warranty, nor will Hearth & Home Technologies assume responsibility for them.  
Further, Hearth & Home Technologies will not be responsible for any incidental, indirect, or consequential damages, except as  
results in damage to the interior or exterior of the building in which this appliance is installed. This limited Lifetime Warranty  
does not apply to the venting components, hearth components or other accessories used in conjunction with the installation of  
this product not manufactured by Hearth & Home Technologies  
This warranty is void if the stove has been overfired or operated in atmospheres contaminated by chlorine, fluorine, or other  
damaging chemicals, the stove is subjected to prolonged periods of dampness or condensation, or there is any damage to the  
stove or other components due to water or weather damage which is the result of, but not limited to, improper chimney or  
venting installation. Hearth & Home Technologies may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with respect to this  
warranty by either repairing or replacing the unit, or refunding the wholesale price of the defective part(s).  
This limited Lifetime Warranty is effective on all appliances sold after May 1, 2002 and supersedes any and all warranties  
currently in existence.  
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CONTACT INFORMATION:  
Hearth & Home Technologies  
1445 North Highway  
Colville, WA 99114  
Division of HNI INDUSTRIES  
Please contact your Quadra-Fire dealer with any questions or concerns.  
For the number of your nearest Quadra-Fire dealer,  
call 1-800-926-4356  
CAUTION  
• 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.  
ATTENTION INSTALLERS:  
PLEASE RETURN THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE HOME  
OWNER WHEN THE INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE  
This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: (United States) 4593510, 4686807,  
4766876, 4793322, 4811534, 5000162, 5016609, 5076254, 5113843, 5191877, 5218953, 5263471, 5328356,  
5341794, 5347983, 5429495, 5452708, 5542407, 5601073, 5613487, 5647340, 5688568, 5762062,  
5775408, 5890485, 5931661, 5941237, 5947112, 5996575, 6006743, 6019099, 6048195, 6053165, 6145502,  
6170481, 6237588, 6296474, 6374822, 6413079, 6439226, 6484712, 6543698, 6550687, 6601579,  
6672860, 6688302B2, 6715724B2, 6729551, 6736133, 6748940, 6748942, D320652, D445174, D462436;  
(Canada)1297749, 2195264, 2225408; or other U.S. and foreign patents pending.  
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