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5100-I  ACT WOOD INSERT

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April 21, 2010

438-0380E

and Welcome to the Quadra-Fire Family

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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  perfor

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mance.

This commitment begins with our research of the market, includ

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ing  ‘Voice  of  the  Customer’  contacts,  ensuring  we  make  prod

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ucts that will satisfy your needs. Our Research and Development 

facility  then  employs  the  world’s  most  advanced  technology  to 

achieve the optimum operation of our stoves, inserts and fire

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places.  And yet we are old-fashioned when it comes to crafts-
manship.  Each unit is meticulously fabricated and surfaces are 

hand-finished for lasting beauty and enjoyment.  Our pledge to 

quality is completed as each model undergoes a quality control 

inspection.    

We  wish  you  and  your  family  many  years  of  enjoyment  in  the 

warmth  and  comfort  of  your  hearth  appliance.   Thank  you  for 

choosing Quadra-Fire.

SAMPLE OF SERIAL NUMBER / SAFETY LABEL

LOCATION:   On right side of insert as face the appliance

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY - Certified to comply with July 1990 particulate emission standards. 

2010   2011   2012   Jan    Feb    Mar     Apr    May   June July   Aug  Sept   Oct.  Nov.   Dec.

438-0390 

1445 N. Highway, Colville, WA  99114 

 

 Made in U.S.A. / Fait Aux États-Unis 

 

DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL / NE PAS ENLEVER L'ÉTIQUETTE 

 

Manufactured by / Fabriqué par: 

Non-combustible floor protector must be a minimum 1/2” 

(13mm) thickness (k value = 0.84, R value = 0.59) and extend 

8" (203mm) to both sides. 

La protection de plancher non-combustible doit être d’un minimum 

de 1/2” d’paisseur (k value = 0.84, R value = 0.59) et étendue à 8" 

(203 mm) de chaque côtés. 

Mantel 

/

 

Manteau de Cheminée 

Hearth Extension / 

Extension de l'âtre  

Insert

 

Pièce Insérée 

SideW

all / 

Mur de Côté 

Maximum Mantel Depth - 8" (203mm)

 

Profondeur Maximum de la Manteau de Cheminée - 

Fascia or Trim 

/

 

Panneau ou Moulure

 

  

www.quadrafire.com 

with 5" (127mm) Mantel Deflector 

avec un déflecteur de cheminée de 5" (127 mm) 

with 8" (203mm) Mantel Deflector 

avec un déflecteur de cheminée de 8" (203 mm) 

35"/889mm 

 

20"/508mm 

 

16"/406mm 

7"/178mm 

 

7"/178mm 

 

7"/178mm 

CANADA 

40"/1015mm 

 

31"/787mm 

 

27"/686mm 

12"/305mm 

 

12"/305mm 

 

12"/305mm 

USA/

États-Unis 

8"/203mm 
8"/203mm 

16"/406mm 
18"/457mm 

FLOOR PROTECTION / 

PROTECTION DU PLANCHER 

 

*Zero Clearance Installations USA Only 

*Installation avec espace libre de zéro seulement aux États-Unis 

Masonry, Heat Exchanger & *Zero Clearance 

En briques, Circulant la chaleur & d'espace libre* 

Side Trim 

Muir Panneau 
Top Trim 

Haut Panneau 

1-1/2” (38mm)  thick 
 

3/4” (19mm) thick 

 

TRIM / 

Panneau 

Serial Number 

OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc. 

Report:  061-S-12-2  

LISTED ROOM HEATER, SOLID FUEL TYPE. "For Use with Solid Wood Fuel 
Only."Also for use in Mobile Home (UM) 84 HUD. 

Install and use only in accordance with manufacturer's installation, venting 

and  operating  instructions.  CONTACT  YOUR  LOCAL  BUILDING  OR  FIRE 

OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION IN 

YOUR AREA 

Refer to manufacturer's instructions and local codes for precautions required 

for passing chimney through a combustible wall or ceiling. 

WARNING  -  For  Mobile  Homes:    Do  not  install  in  a  sleeping  room.   An 

outside combustion air inlet must be provided and unrestricted while unit is 

in use.  The structural integrity of the mobile home floor, ceiling and walls 

must be maintained.  The insert must be properly grounded to the frame of 

the  mobile  home.  A  complete  relining  of  the  chimney  system  with  a  6" 

diameter  listed  stainless  liner  is  required.    Must  be  equipped  with  a  spark 

arrestor cap. Outside Air comes standard on the insert and must be installed 

before operating insert. 

When  used  as  a  masonry  insert  stove,  install  only  in  a  masonry  fireplace 

built  to  UBC  Chapter  37.  Do  not  remove  brick  or  mortar  to  accommodate 

insert.  Installation requires minimum of a starter pipe into existing chimney 

with airtight face seal.  

Install only on a non-combustible hearth.  Approved for installation and use 

in  factory  built  zero-clearance  fireplaces  conforming  to  minimum  fire 

chamber specifications (USA only).  

Components  required  for  installation:  positive  or  direct  flue  connection 

assembly or listed vent liner.  

In Canada a full length 6" S635 flue liner is required as per ULC S628. 

WARNING -  Inspect and clean chimney frequently.  Under certain conditions of 

PREVENT HOUSE FIRES 

CAUTION

:

HOT WHILE IN OPERATION DO NOT TOUCH, KEEP CHILDREN AND CLOTHING AWAY.  CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS. 

Model / Modèle:  

5100-I ACT INSERT 

 

Tested to / Testé a: 

UL 1482,  ULC S628-93 

PRÉVENTION DES FEUX DE MAISON 

Installez  et  utilisez  en  accord  avec  les  instructions  d'installation  et  d'opération  du 

fabricant.  CONTACTEZ  LE  BUREAU  DE  LA  CONSTRUCTION  OU  LE  BUREAU  DES 

INCENDIES AU SUJET DES RESTRICTIONS ET DES INSPECTIONS D'INSTALLATION 

DANS VOTRE VOISINAGE. 

Référez vous aux instructions du fabricant et des codes locaux pour les précautions 

requises pour passer une cheminée à travers un mur ou un plafond combustibles, et 

les compensations maximums. 

AVIS - Pour Les Maisons Mobiles:  Ne pas installer dans une chambre à coucher. Un 

tuyau  extérieur  de  combustion  d'air  doit  être  installé  et  ne  doit  pas  être  obstrué 

lorsque l'appareil est en usage. La structure intégrale du plancher, du plafond et des 

murs de la maison mobile doit être maintenue intacte. L'appareil de chauffage doit 

être fixé à la charpente de la maison mobile. . 

Lorsque  vous  utilisez  un  poêle  inséré  fabriqué  en  briques,  installez  un  foyer  en 

briques fabriqué selon UBC Chapitre 37. Ne pas enlever de la brique ou du mortier 

pour  accommoder  la  pièce  insérée.  L'installation  demande  un  tuyau  allant  de  la 

cheminée existante avec un couvert hermétique. 

Installez  seulement  sur  un  foyer  incombustible.  Approuvé  pour  l'installation  et 

l'usage  dans  les  cheminées  avec  espace  libre  de  zéro,  fabriquées  en  usine  et  se 

ATTENTION

:

CHAUD LORS DE L'OPÉRATION. NE PAS TOUCHER. GARDEZ LES ENFANTS ET LES VÊTEMENTS LOIN DE  L'ESPACE DÉSIGNÉ DE L'INSTALLATION. LE CONTACT 

PEUT CAUSER DES BRÛLURES À LA PEAU. GARDEZ LES MEUBLES ET LES MATÉRIAUX COMBUSTIBLES LOIN DE L'ESPACE  DE L'APPAREIL. VOIR L'ÉTIQUETTE ET LES INSTRUCTIONS. 

APPAREIL DE CHAUFFAGE DE PIÈCE, DE TYPE DE COMBUSTIBLE SOLIDE, "Pour Usage 

Avec Bois Solide Seulement"  Pour usage dans les maisons mobiles (UM)84 HUD 

ATTENTION!    Inspectez  et  nettoyez  la  cheminée  fréquemment.  Sous  certaines 

conditions, il se peut que la créosote s'accumule rapidement. 

Ne pas connecter cet appareil à une cheminée servant un autre appareil. 

DANGER: Il y a risque de décharge électrique.  Déconnectez le fil électrique de la prise de 

contact avant le service.  

 KEEP FURNISHINGS AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL FAR AWAY FROM THE APPLIANCE. SEE NAMEPLATE AND INSTRUCTIONS. 

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Tested and 

Listed by

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OMNI-Test Laboratories, Inc.

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Model Name

Serial Number

Manufactured Date

Test Lab & Report No.

NOTE:  Clearances may only be reduced by means 
approved by the regulatory authority having jurisdiction

Summary of Contents for 5100I-GD-B

Page 1: ...RT Advanced Combustion Technology ACT 438 0380E R Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by qualified personnel Hearth Home Technologies recommends NFI certified professionals...

Page 2: ...ntained The insert must be properly grounded to the frame of the mobile home A complete relining of the chimney system with a 6 diameter listed stainless liner is required Must be equipped with a spar...

Page 3: ...7 Appliance Set Up A Installation Outline 21 B Leveling Bolts 21 C Panel Trim Set 21 22 D Securing Liner to Flue Collar 22 E Adj Zero Clearance Trim Support 23 Section 8 Operating Instructions A Over...

Page 4: ...for the installation or mainte nance of this unit and assumes no responsibility for any consequential damage s NOTE This installation must conform with local codes In the absence of local codes you mu...

Page 5: ...o 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...

Page 6: ...eward Outside Termination Cap Figure 6 1 Imbalances of HVAC air handling system Upper level air leaks Recessed lighting Attic hatch opening Duct leaks To minimize the affects of negative air pressure...

Page 7: ...ch W C during a low burn measured 6 inches 152mm above the top of the appliance after one hour of operation at each burn setting NOTE These are guidelines only and may vary somewhat F Inspect Applianc...

Page 8: ...VIEW SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW A B 39 1 8 994mm 26 3 4 679mm 9 1 8 232mm 22 1 4 565mm 21 1 8 537mm 29 5 8 752mm 10 1 2 267mm 34 3 16 919mm C L 25 5 8 651mm 12 7 8 327mm 17 5 8 448mm 39 1 8 994mm 12 0 305mm...

Page 9: ...al D Floor Protection USA Canada E 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 squ...

Page 10: ...rt kit can be ordered from your dealer Refer to page 23 Material k per inch thick R per inch thick Minimum thickness required Hearth Home HX3 HX4 0 49 2 06 1 2 in USG Micore 300 0 49 2 06 1 2 in USG D...

Page 11: ...e 11 1 5 Attach the cover to the front of the insert to block room air from entering through the front grille Figure 11 2 A Outside Air Installation Remove 2 screws Remove both spring handles Snap dis...

Page 12: ...lower cord attached to right side of grille Remove button plug Grounding screw Back view of left side of grille Bottom of grille Top of grille 1 Disconnect the appliance from power supply 2 Remove the...

Page 13: ...iner 12 1 4 4 1 2 7 3 4 3 1 16 2 1 2 3 3 4 1 1 4 16 3 4 Drill points Center to Center Slide gasket between halves Offset Adapter Chimney Liner Mounting Bracket Slide gasket between halves Drill holes...

Page 14: ...imum 1 2 25mm Air Space Maximum 4 102mm Air Space Airtight Clean Out Door Minimum 5 8 16mm Fireclay Flue Liner Non Water Soluble Refractory Mortar 4 102mm Masonry or Modular Block Wall Nominal 12 305m...

Page 15: ...sert Listing Follow Manufacturer s Instructions for Maximum Liner Extension Above Chimney Maximum 30 Degrees Offset in Chimney Combustible Floor Masonry Chimney Cont d Figure 15 1 NOTE In Canada this...

Page 16: ...himney top The liner must be securely attached to the insert flue collar and the chimney top The air flow of the factory built zero clearance fireplace system must not be altered The flue liner top su...

Page 17: ...n Curtain Doors The following parts may be removed Fire Risk When lining air cooled factory built chimneys Run chimney liner approved to UL 1777 Type HT requirements 2100 degrees F Re install original...

Page 18: ...ay vary somewhat for individual installations This product was designed for and tested on a 6 inch 152mm chimney 14 to 16 feet 4 27 4 87m high in cludes appliance height measured from the base of the...

Page 19: ...roof within 10 feet 305cm Must be located away from trees or other structures These are safety requirements and are not meant to assure proper flue draft NOTE Chimney performance may vary Trees buildi...

Page 20: ...d 3 Appliance must be grounded with 8 solid copper grounding wire or equivalent and terminated at each end with N E C approved grounding device 4 The factory built fireplace must meet UM 84 HUD requir...

Page 21: ...long handle screw driver Back view of top and side panel assembled Panel bracket Cage nut 1 Attaching Panels to the Insert C Panel Trim Set Installation Kit Includes 2 Side panels left right 1 Panel...

Page 22: ...details for removing the manifold tubes baffle and ceramic blanket NOTE Tabs are shipped from factory in a flat position Bend upwards 90 degrees as show in Figure 22 2 2 pre drilled holes on flue coll...

Page 23: ...ce trim has adhered to tape Do a dry run first without removing paper from tape 6 Place cut edge of trim under top lip and into position on scissors Place side pieces on first and then front piece The...

Page 24: ...re Over firing may ignite creosote or will damage the stove and chimney To prevent over firing your stove DO NOT Use flammable liquids Overload with wood Burn trash or large amounts of scrap lumber Pe...

Page 25: ...ere is one method that works well 1 Place several wads of crushed paper on the firebox floor Heating flue with slightly crumpled newspaper before adding kindling keeps smoke to a minimum 2 Place sever...

Page 26: ...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 0 inch to 2 1 2 inch 25 to 64mm open Start Up Air is closed ME...

Page 27: ...ave fan off until the burn is well established then if you wish turn the fan on at a low rate 5 The fan is equipped with a rheostat speed control The highest fan speed is obtained by turning the rheos...

Page 28: ...ramic Blanket and Baffle Board are NOT in contact with the back of the firebox Ceramic Blanket is NOT in contact with the back of the firebox and NOT even with the Baf fle Board in the front Ceramic B...

Page 29: ...rst operated this appliance may release an odor for the first several hours This is caused by the curing of the paint and the burning off of any oils remaining from manufacturing Metallic noise Noise...

Page 30: ...ng season the entire system be professionally inspected cleaned and repaired if necessary Close the door tightly The creosote or soot should be removed with a brush specifically designed for the type...

Page 31: ...lean as needed 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 su...

Page 32: ...burn dry wood to help prevent cap blockage and creosote build up Keeping the door and glass gasket in good shape will maintain good burn times on a low burn setting Check the glass frame for loose sc...

Page 33: ...ttom 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 d...

Page 34: ...ove smoothly Locknut Door Cross Section Latch Cam Spacing Washers Square Key Door Handle Spring Handle Frequency As needed By Homeowner Qualified service technician Task See the following instructions...

Page 35: ...nstall 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 NOTE Do not operate unit with any firebrick missing It...

Page 36: ...nifold tubes slide the tube to one side until one end is out of its hole Then while lifting that end of the fiber board baffle pull tube up over the air channel and out of hole at the other end It is...

Page 37: ...section Check for adequate vent height refer to chimney assembly section Open window below the appliance towards the wind Wood condition is too wet too large Use dry seasoned wood refer to wood fuel...

Page 38: ...5100 I ACT WOOD INSERT Page 38 April 21 2010 R 438 0380E 11Reference Materials A Exploded Drawings Figure 38 1 7025 026 5 14 09...

Page 39: ...Gold 832 0620 Y Nickel 250 8330 7 Spring Handle 1 4 Gold 832 0630 Y Nickel 250 8340 Cam Latch 430 1141 Door Glass Assembly 7000 011 Y Door Handle Only 430 1131 Gasket Glass Tape 3 4 3 4 x 5 Ft Dealer...

Page 40: ...438 5440 Glass Nickel Trim Frame 438 5560 Bolt Window Frame Qty 4 812 2350 Glass Window Qty 1 pc Lt Rt Interchangeable 832 2000 Y Nut Keps Lock 8 32 Qty 40 226 0060 40 Y Trim Ring Window Gold 430 2721...

Page 41: ...Component Pack Assembly 436 5130 Logo Quadra Fire Gold 200 3180 Trim Set Only Gold Trim 832 2151 Panel Nickel Trim Ots 51 in W x 34 in H SP 51L NL Component Pack Assembly 436 5130 Logo Quadra Fire Nic...

Page 42: ...5100 I ACT WOOD INSERT Page 42 April 21 2010 R 438 0380E C Warranty Policy...

Page 43: ...Page 43 5100 I ACT WOOD INSERT R 438 0380E April 21 2010...

Page 44: ...ual with party responsible for use and operation Read understand and follow these instructions for safe installation and operation DO NOT DISCARD Date purchased installed Serial Number Location on app...

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