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Quadra-Fire • QFI30-C, QFI35-C • 2227-901 Rev. S • 2/16

Models:
QFI30-C

QFI35-C

Owner’s Manual

Installation and Operation

DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL

NOTICE

• Leave this manual with

party responsible for use

and operation.

DO NOT

DISCARD

• Important operating

and maintenance

instructions included.

• Read, understand and follow

these instructions for safe

installation and operation.

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts installation must be

performed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.

A CO detector shall be installed in the room where the

appliance in installed.

This appliance may be installed as an OEM

installation in manufactured home (USA

only) or mobile home and must be installed

in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions and the

Manufactured Home

Construction and Safety Standard,

Title 24

CFR, Part 3280

in the United States, or the

Standard for Installation in Mobile Homes,

CAN/CSA Z240 MH Series,

in Canada.

This appliance is only for use with the type(s)

of gas indicated on the rating plate. This

appliance is not convertible for use with other

gases, unless a certified kit is used.

•

DO NOT

store or use gasoline or other flam

mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

• What to do if you smell gas

DO NOT

try to light any appliance.

DO NOT

touch any electrical switch.

NOT

use any phone in your building.

- Leave the building immediately.
- Immediately call your gas supplier from

a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas sup-

plier’s instructions.

- If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call

the fire department.

• Installation and service must be performed

by a qualified installer, service agency, or the

gas supplier.

WARNING:

FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD

Failure to follow safety warnings exactly

could result in serious injury, death, or

property damage.

DANGER

HOT GLASS

WILL

CAUSE BURNS.

DO NOT TOUCH

GLASS

UNTIL COOLED.

NEVER

ALLOW CHILDREN

TO TOUCH GLASS.

A barrier designed to reduce the risk of

burns from the hot viewing glass is provided

with this appliance and shall be installed for

the protection of children and other at-risk

individuals.

Summary of Contents for QFI30-C

Page 1: ...s only for use with the type s of gas indicated on the rating plate This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases unless a certified kit is used DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flam mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance What to do if you smell gas DO NOT try to light any appliance DO NOT touch any electrical switch DO NOT use any phone in your b...

Page 2: ... enjoyment Welcome to the Quadra Fire family of fireplace products We recommend that you record the following pertinent information about your fireplace Gas and Electric Information Serial Number Type of Gas The model information regarding your specific fireplace can be found on the rating plate usually located in the control area of the fireplace Homeowner Reference Information Model Number Quadr...

Page 3: ...al Appliance System 15 B Design and Installation Considerations 16 C Tools and Supplies Needed 16 D Inspect Appliance and Components 16 5 Fireplace Size Requirements A Minimum Fireplace Opening 17 B Mantel and Wall Projections 19 6 Termination Locations A Vent Termination Minimum Clearances 20 7 Installation Preparation A Inspection and Cleaning 21 B Flue Damper 21 C Gas Line 21 D Fireplace Conver...

Page 4: ...te of original purchase In the case of new home construction warranty coverage begins on the date of first occupancy of the dwelling or six months after the sale of the product by an independent authorized HHT dealer distributor whichever occurs earlier The warranty shall commence no later than 24 months following the date of product shipment from HHT regardless of the installation or occupancy da...

Page 5: ...USIONS This warranty does not cover the following Changes in surface finishes as a result of normal use As a heating appliance some changes in color of interior and exterior surface finishes may occur This is not a flaw and is not covered under warranty Damage to printed plated or enameled surfaces caused by fingerprints accidents misuse scratches melted items or other external sources and residue...

Page 6: ... having jurisdiction When installing above 2000 feet elevation In the USA Reduce input rate 4 for each 1000 feet above 2000 feet In CANADA Reduce input rate 10 for elevations between 2000 feet and 4500 feet Above 4500 feet consult local gas utility Check with your local gas utility to determine proper orifice size NOTICE This installation must conform with local codes In the absence of local codes...

Page 7: ... touch the fireplace Consider not using the fireplace when children will be present Contact your dealer for more information or visit www hpba org safety information To prevent unintended operation when not using your fire place for an extended period of time summer months vacation trips etc Remove batteries from remote controls Turn off wall controls A barrier designed to reduce the risk of burns...

Page 8: ...echnologies if the barrier is not present or help is needed to properly install one For more information refer to the instructions supplied with your decorative front F Remote Controls Wall Controls and Wall Switches Follow the instructions supplied with the control installed to operate your fireplace For safety Install a switch lock or a wall remote control with child protection lockout feature K...

Page 9: ...remote control RC200 RC300 is programmed to the control module Note that the control module will always ignite the fireplace on HI and remain so for the initial 10 seconds of operation If the HI LO is switched to the LO position the flame output will automatically drop to the lowest setting after the flame has been established for 10 sec After this 10 second period the flame can be adjusted from H...

Page 10: ...t while in operation DO NOT touch Keep children clothing furniture gasoline and other liquids having ﬂammable vapors away DO NOT operate the appliance with ﬁxed glass assembly removed cracked or broken Replacement of the ﬁxed glass assembly should be done by a licensed or qualiﬁed service person Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas sup plier s instructions If y...

Page 11: ...to burn for 20 to 40 minutes Odor from appliance When first 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 Odor may also be released from finishing materials and adhesives used around the appliance Film on the glass This is a normal result of the curing process of the pai...

Page 12: ...cleaning may be required due to lint from carpeting or other factors Control compartment burner and circulating air passageway of the appliance must be kept clean CAUTION Risk of Burns The appliance should be turned off and cooled before servicing When properly maintained your appliance will give you many years of trouble free service We recommend an nual service by a qualified technician Surround...

Page 13: ... there is no damage to glass or glass frame Replace as necessary Verify that fixed glass assembly is properly retained and attachment components are intact and not damaged Replace as necessary Logs Frequency Annually By Service Technician Tools needed Protective gloves Inspectfordamagedormissinglogs Replaceasnecessary Refer to Section 12 for log placement instructions Verify correct log placement ...

Page 14: ...atteries during extended burns which could result in reduced battery life or degradation Check for smooth lighting and ignition carryover to all ports Verify that there is no ignition delay Inspect for lifting or other flame problems Verify air shutter setting is correct See Section 12 for required air shutter setting Verify air shutter is clear of dust and debris Inspect orifice for soot dirt and...

Page 15: ...re not drawn to scale Actual product may vary from pictures in manual VERTICAL TERMINATION CAP SECTION 8 F VENT PIPE SECTION 8 GAS LINE SECTION 9 ACCESS THROUGH EXISTING MASONRY OR WOODBURNING FIREPLACE HEARTH EXTENSION SURROUND OR FRONT NOT SHOWN SECTION 2 D AND 8 D MANTEL AND MANTEL LEG SECTION 5 B AND 11 A 3 INCH FLEX LINERS SECTION 8 Figure 4 1 Typical System 4 Getting Started Installer Guide ...

Page 16: ... not approved by Hearth Home Technologies Any such action may cause a fire hazard WARNING Risk of Fire Explosion Electric Shock DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been under water Call a qualified technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and or gas control which has been under water Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance c...

Page 17: ...e in which the gas fireplace insert is to be installed is prohibited except the floor as tested for and as noted above and in Figure 5 1 A minimum 1 2 inch gap from the bottom of the appliance to the metal floor of the solid fuel firebox is RECOMMENDED for optimal fan performance See side view in Figure 5 1 Figure 5 1 A SIDE VIEW 6 IN 5 IN 3 IN 9 IN METAL INSERT FACTORY BUILT FIREBOX 6 IN 5 IN 3 I...

Page 18: ...th 31 5 8 803 27 1 2 699 D Glass Opening Height 15 11 16 398 12 3 16 310 E Height Front 24 1 16 611 20 7 16 519 F Height Rear 21 1 8 537 17 5 8 448 G Unit Depth 15 3 4 400 14 3 4 375 H Venting Depth 10 5 8 270 9 1 2 241 I Height to Top of Glass Frame 21 5 8 549 18 1 4 464 Note If exhaust collar on insert and fireplace damper do not line up add 4 inches 102 mm to minimum fireplace height for bends ...

Page 19: ...terial or outer wrap of factory built firebox Combustible facings must not extend behind the insert surround For non combustible material specifications refer to section 1 E Figure 5 4 Mantel Clearances 12 IN MIN 12 IN MAX EXISTING NON COMBUSTIBLE FACING 10 IN MIN 2 IN MAX CD SURROUND APPLIANCE 1 1 2 IN BD AD APPLIANCE SURROUND MINIMUM FIREPLACE SIZE Location QFI35 C QFI30 C Inches Millimeters Inc...

Page 20: ...12 7 5 Over 20 12 to 21 12 8 0 Figure 6 1 Minimum Height From Roof To Lowest Discharge Opening 3 foot minimum in snow regions HORIZONTAL OVERHANG VERTICAL WALL GAS DIRECT VENT TERMINATION CAP 12 X ROOF PITCH IS X 12 LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING 2 FT MIN 20 INCHES MIN H MIN MINIMUM HEIGHT FROM ROOF TO LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING 6 Termination Locations Fire Risk Maintain vent clearance to combustibles as ...

Page 21: ...nal parts have been replaced and the fireplace re approved by the authority having jurisdiction Prepare the existing solid fuel masonry or factory built non combustible firebox for installation A Cleaning Prior to installing the gas insert Ensure that the woodburning fireplace cavity is clean and free of ash soot and other debris B Flue Damper Fully lock the solid fuel fireplace s flue damper in t...

Page 22: ...liance May impair safe operation of this appliance or other appliances connected to the flue Vent this appliance directly outside Use separate vent system for this appliance Horizontal venting is NOT allowed Vertical terminations are measured to top of chimney This appliance is listed for use with LINK DV systems and components only It is permissible to extend venting above existing chimney within...

Page 23: ...ATION B Figure 8 3 D Placing Securing and Leveling the Appliance Remove rear leveling legs from shipping position and relocate to one of the positions shown in Figure 8 3 Remove both screws that secure the leveling leg to the side of the appliance Turn the leveling leg around so that the foot is facing out and downward Line up the two holes on the leg with the holes on the appliance and secure wit...

Page 24: ...I Models If a remote control kit is used to control blower function the Auxiliary 300 module can only be placed in the control cavity to the right of the control panel See Figure 8 4 Figure 8 4 Location of AUX300 for Remote Control Blower Function IPI AUXILIARY 300 MODULE ...

Page 25: ... Over 14 12 to 16 12 6 0 Over 16 12 to 18 12 7 0 Over 18 12 to 20 12 7 5 Over 20 12 to 21 12 8 0 CLASS A PIPE Figure 8 6 HORIZONTAL OVERHANG VERTICAL WALL GAS DIRECT VENT TERMINATION CAP 12 X ROOF PITCH IS X 12 LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING 2 FT MIN 20 INCHES MIN H MIN MINIMUM HEIGHT FROM ROOF TO LOWEST DISCHARGE OPENING CAUTION Risk of Cuts Abrasions Flying Debris Wear protective gloves and safety gla...

Page 26: ...ist the pipe while extend ing it to achieve full 30 length OR Note The LINK DV4 30B and LINKSQ DV4 30 systems REQUIRE this insulation LINK DV30B LINKSQ DV30 This installation may perform better and allow less cold air infiltration in negative pressure settings LINK DV430B LINKSQ DV4 30 This installation may be more susceptible to cold air infiltration and the effects of negative pressure on the ap...

Page 27: ...le leak check solution DO NOT use open flame Fittings and connections could have loos ened during shipping and handling WARNING Risk of Fire DO NOT change valve settings This valve has been preset at the factory WARNING Risk of Fire Explosion High pressure will damage valve Low pressure may cause explosion Verify inlet pressures Verify minimum pressures when other household gas appliances are oper...

Page 28: ...pliance 10 Electrical Information B IntelliFire Plus Ignition System Wiring Wire an outlet box 120VAC in the bottom back corner of the existing solid fuel masonry or factory built fireplace to plug in the cord assembly The supplied cord assembly may also be routed out onto the hearth to a nearby outlet WARNING Risk of Shock or Explosion DO NOT wire IPI controlled appliance junction box to a switch...

Page 29: ...es should be done now to avoid reconstruction Follow instructions that come with those accessories Plug the cord into a convenient outlet Must use cord supplied NOTE USE ZIP TIES TO RESTRAIN THE LOOSE WIRES UNDERNEATH THE APPLIANCE AND KEEP THEM AWAY FROM THE BLOWER WHEEL FAN BLADES NOTE IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH TYPE 1050 ...

Page 30: ...controlled by the remote control The sensor switch and rheostat are no longer needed 2 Plug two cord assembly spade connectors together 3 Unplug fan cord assembly from standard cord assembly 4 Plug fan cord assembly into AUX300 module 5 Plug AUX300 module into the standard cord assembly NOTE USE ZIP TIES TO RESTRAIN THE LOOSE WIRES UNDERNEATH THE APPLIANCE AND KEEP THEM AWAY FROM THE BLOWER WHEEL ...

Page 31: ... to combustible material under the insert is 1 4 inch 6 mm Clearance from top of fireplace opening for combustibles extending 12 inches max is 12 inches Use leveling legs to raise insert minimum 1 4 inch 6 mm above combustible material or outer wrap of factory built firebox Combustible facings must not extend behind the insert surround For non combustible material specifications refer to section 1...

Page 32: ...erfere with proper burner operation Ember material is shipped with this gas appliance To place the ember material Embers CANNOT be placed directly over ports Care should be taken not to cover the lighting trail of ports from back to front Place dime size pieces of Glowing Embers just in front of the port trail but not on or in between the ports see Figure 12 2 Care should be taken so that the port...

Page 33: ...ure 3 The back refractory must be held in the upright position until the side refractory is installed Install the left side refractory as shown in Figure 4 Bend the refractory tab down as shown in Figure 5 Repeat this step for the right refractory panel Figure 2 Refractory and Logs Installed Figure 3 Install Back Refractory SRV2227 702 SRV2227 703 SRV2227 705 SRV2227 704 SRV2227 706 SRV2227 701 Fi...

Page 34: ...ce Log 2 LOG CONTACTS REFRACTORY LOG RESTS ON BURNER LOG CONTACTS LOG SUPPORT Figure 9 Log 3 LOG RESTS ON REFRACTORY SUPPORT LOG GROOVE FOR LOG 6 NOTCH MATES WITH RIGHT GRATE TINE Figure 10 Log 4 Figure 11 Log 4 LOG PIN MATES WITH SLOT LOG GROOVE FOR LOG 6 NOTCH MATE NOTCH WITH GRATE BAR 2 3 4 Figure 6 Placement of Log 1 Log 1 SRV2227 703 Mate the notch located on the bottom of the log with the le...

Page 35: ...d of the log on the flat spot of log as shown in Figure 6 The right end of log should rest on the burner and touches the grate bar as shown in Figure 13 SLOT LOG END CONTACTS GRATE BAR LOG END RESTS ON FLAT SPOT Log 6 SRV2227 704 Rest the left end of Log 6 on the burner Mate the notch on the left end of log with the grate bar The log should rest on both log grooves as illustrated in Figure 9 and F...

Page 36: ... the side refractory is installed Install the left side refractory as shown in Figure 3 Bend the refractory tab down as shown in Figure 4 Repeat this step for the right refractory panel Figure 1 Refractory and Logs Installed Figure 2 Install Back Refractory Figure 3 Install Side Refractory Figure 4 Bend Refractory Tab REFRACTORY TAB CAUTION Logs are fragile handle with care SRV2225 703 SRV2225 704...

Page 37: ...in Refer to Figure 11 for location of log slot Rotate the right end of the log clockwise until the groove on the end of the log mates with the grate bar Figure 10 Place Log 4 LOG CONTACTS LEFT REFRACTORY PANEL FLAT SPOTS FOR LOG 6 AND LOG 3 MATE SLOT WITH GRATE TINE SLOT LOG CONTACTS LEFT REFRACTORY PANEL POSITION LOG ON FLAT SPOT LOG CONTACTS BACK REFRACTORY PANEL FLAT SPOT FOR LOG 7 LOG RESTS ON...

Page 38: ...14 Place the narrow end on the flat spot of Log 2 Flat spot on Log 2 is indicated in Figure 7 Figure 11 Log 4 Figure 12 Place Log 5 Figure 13 Log 5 Figure 14 Place Log 6 LOG SLOT FLAT SPOT FOR LOG 6 MATE LOG PINS WITH LOG SLOTS LOG SLOTS LOG RESTS ON FLAT SPOT Log 7 SRV2225 704 Note the location of the groove on the underside of the log Place the opposite end on the flat spot on Log 3 See Figure 9...

Page 39: ...r scratches DO NOT strike slam or scratch glass DO NOT operate fireplace with glass removed cracked broken or scratched Replace as a complete assembly Removing Fixed Glass Assembly The glass assembly fastens to the fireplace in four places Four of the fastening mechanisms are spring loaded glass latches An example of the glass latch is shown in Figure 12 3 To release glass assembly pull the two bo...

Page 40: ...135 in 3 43 mm 2 Pilot won t light there is no noise or spark A No power transformer installed incorrectly or depleted batteries Verify that transformer is installed and plugged into module Check voltage of transformer at connection to module Acceptable read ings of a good transformer are between 6 4 and 6 6 volts DC Bat tery power supply voltage must be at least 4 volts If below 4 volts replace b...

Page 41: ...r wire Polish flame sens ing rod with fine steel wool to remove any contaminants that may have accumulated on flame sensing rod Verify continuity with a multi meter with ohms set at lowest range Replace pilot if any damage is detected 5 Appliance lights and runs for a few minutes and then shuts down and or appliance cycles on and off A A shorted or loose connection in flame sensing rod Verify all ...

Page 42: ...537 17 5 8 448 G 15 11 16 403 14 5 8 372 H 11 3 4 298 10 1 16 256 I 20 7 16 518 17 432 J 1 3 4 44 1 3 4 44 MODEL DIMENSIONS Location QFI35 C QFI30 C Inches Millimeters Inches Millimeters K 4 13 16 122 4 13 16 122 L 10 1 16 256 9 1 8 232 M 2 7 16 62 2 7 16 62 N 5 127 4 1 16 103 O 5 1 8 130 5 1 8 130 P 8 15 16 227 8 15 16 227 Q 1 13 16 46 1 15 16 49 R 3 1 4 83 3 1 4 83 S 5 5 16 135 4 15 16 125 T 10 ...

Page 43: ... F A B C D E F G AF QFI30 in 30 13 1 2 4 5 8 36 23 11 16 23 3 16 1 2 mm 762 343 117 914 602 589 13 AF QFI35 in 32 16 4 5 8 38 25 11 16 25 3 16 1 2 mm 813 406 117 965 652 640 13 G A B C D E F A B C D E F G FSP QFI30 in 27 11 5 8 5 1 2 36 23 11 16 23 3 16 1 2 mm 686 279 140 914 602 589 13 FSP QFI35 in 29 1 4 16 1 16 4 15 16 38 25 11 16 25 3 16 1 2 mm 743 408 125 965 652 640 13 ...

Page 44: ...4 3 Decorative Front Dimensions TP QFI30 TP QFI35 DECORATIVE FRONTS G A B C D E F A B C D E F G TP QFI30 in 32 15 16 12 9 16 4 5 8 36 23 1 2 23 1 2 mm 837 319 117 914 597 584 13 TP QFI35 in 35 15 9 16 4 11 16 38 1 16 26 1 2 26 1 2 mm 889 395 119 967 673 660 13 ...

Page 45: ...DV30 LINKSQB DV30 Masonry 3 inch flex liner kit Expands to 30 feet Includes two liners termination cap and flashing LINKSQC DV4 30 LINKSQB DV4 30 Masonry 3 inch flex liner kit Expands to 30 feet and 4 feet respectively Includes two liners termination cap and flashing Direct Vent Flex Liner Accessory Kits see Figure 14 5 LINK ZC ADPB Zero clearance chimney adapter DV 46DVA GK Adapter kit It is perm...

Page 46: ...7 702 3 Log 3 SRV2227 701 4 Log 4 SRV2227 705 5 Log 5 SRV2227 706 6 Log 6 SRV2227 704 7 Termination Plate Assembly Pre 0023696931 2206 012 Post 0023696931 2206 013 Flex Pipe Handle 438 351 Gasket Pre 0023696931 2206 401 Post 0023696931 2206 178 8 Grate Assemby 2227 016 9 Burner Assembly 2227 009 Y 10 Base Pan 2206 127 11 Glass Door Assembly GLA 2206 Y 12 Rheostat Knob 100 512 Y 13 Control Panel 22...

Page 47: ... Log 3 SRV2225 702 4 Log 4 SRV2225 705 5 Log 5 SRV2225 710 6 Log 6 SRV2225 706 7 Log 7 SRV2225 704 8 Termination Plate Assembly Pre 0023696931 2205 012 Post 0023696931 2205 013 Flex Pipe Handle 438 351 Gasket Pre 0023696931 2206 401 Post 0023696931 2206 178 9 Grate Assemby 2225 016 10 Burner Assembly 2225 009 Y 11 Base Pan 2205 127 12 Glass Door Assembly GLA 2205 Y 13 Rheostat Knob 100 512 Y 14 Co...

Page 48: ...ri ce LP 51C 582 851 Y Ori ce NG 33C QFI35 C 582 833 Y Ori ce LP 50C 582 850 Y 19 5 Flexible Gas Connector 530 302A Y 19 6 Control Panel Bracket 2205 128 19 7 Valve Bracket 2205 146 19 8 Flex Ball Valve Assembly 302 320A Y 19 9 Valve NG 2166 302 Y Valve LP 2166 303 Y 19 10 Brass Connector Pkg of 5 303 315 5 Y 19 11 Remote Jumper Wire 2103 013 Y 19 12 Jumper Wire 2187 198 19 13 Battery Pack 2166 32...

Page 49: ...t Bottom Exhaust Top and Burner Neck Gaskets Glass Clip Support Assembly Bottom Qty 2 req 2155 045 Y Glass Latch Assembly Top Qty 2 req 339 121A Y Lava Rock 4021 296 Mineral Wool 050 721 Refractory Assembly sold as set only QFI30 C BRICK QI30 QFI35 C BRICK QI35 Rheostat Temp Sensor Assembly SRV2206 800 Y Touch Up Paint TUP GBK 12 EMC Filter 2201 198 QFI30 C Conversion Kit NG NGK I30 C Y Conversion...

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