Drolet 1200 Manual - Free PDF Download

Page 1 - Product Identification and Certification Information

Identification of the Drolet EPA Woodstove models Siberian-1200, Siberian-1600, and Siberian-2000. Stoves are U.S. EPA Phase II certified and verified by Intertek Testing Services to meet ULC S627 and UL 1482 standards. Manufactured by Stove Builder International Inc.

Page 2 - Table of Contents

Instruction manual structure covering assembly, installation, woodstove utilization, maintenance, and warranty for various Siberian wood stove models.

Page 3 - Safety Precautions for Installation

Emphasis on safety and compliance with ULC-S627 and UL-1482 standards. Key cautions include keeping children away, avoiding chemical ignition, and ensuring the stove is not left unattended with the door slightly open.

Page 4 - Technical Specifications

Details on heating capacity, efficiency, emissions, color options, chimney requirements, dimensions, and available features like blowers and thermistors for Siberian-1200, Siberian-1600, and Siberian-2000 models.

Page 5 - Assembly Instructions for Pedestal and Sidewalls

Step-by-step guidance and diagrams for assembling the pedestal and decorative sidewalls for the SIBERIAN-1200, 1600, and 2000 models.

Page 6 - Refractory Brick Installation for Siberian-1200

Instructions for installing refractory bricks on the Siberian-1200 stove, including placement of bricks according to diagrams, positioning the baffle brick, and using a plain brick for the ashtray cap.

Page 7 - Refractory Brick and Insulation Assembly for Siberian-1600

Installation instructions and diagram for assembling refractory bricks and insulation in the Siberian-1600 stove, detailing seven steps and specific brick dimensions.

Page 8 - Refractory Brick and Insulation Installation for Siberian-2000

Instructions for installing brick and insulation in the Siberian-2000 stove, including procedures for removing/reinstalling secondary air tubes, placing baffle bricks, and positioning yellow insulation.

Page 9 - Air Tube Installation for Siberian-2000

Instructions for positioning and securing three colored air tubes (yellow back, red center, unpainted front) using locating holes and cutter pins on the Siberian-2000 model.

Page 10 - Stove Door Adjustment Procedure

Steps for adjusting the stove door to achieve an airtight seal, involving removing the lock pin with pliers, turning the handle counter-clockwise, and reinstalling the lock pin.

Page 11 - Blower and Thermodisc Installation

Benefits of installing a blower for heat redistribution and instructions for purchasing optional components like the blower (#AC02050) and thermodisc (#AC05530) for automatic control.

Page 12 - Wood Stove Positioning and Safety Guidelines

Safety warnings regarding fire risks from improper installation, instructions for optimal heat distribution positioning, and restrictions against installation in hallways or near staircases or hot air distribution systems.

Page 13 - Floor Protector Installation Dimensions

Specifications for installing a floor protector under the stove, requiring placement on a non-combustible surface with specific dimensions relative to the stove: 18 inches front, 8 inches sides, and 8 inches back.

Page 14 - Clearance Requirements for Installation

Minimum clearance distances required for installing Siberian wood stoves in Canada and the USA from combustible materials and guidelines for flue pipe installation safety.

Page 15 - Reducing Clearance with Heat Radiation Shields

Methods to reduce clearance requirements around a stove by installing heat radiation shields, specifying required materials, dimensions, and allowable percentage reductions based on protection type.

Page 16 - Chimney Connection Guidelines

Installation guidelines for connecting the wood stove to a chimney, covering requirements for factory-built and masonry chimneys, flue diameter compliance, and six recommendations for safe operation.

Page 17 - Chimney Connector Installation

Instructions for installing the chimney connector (stove pipe), detailing material requirements, assembly instructions, slope specifications, and restrictions on components like elbows and draft stabilizers.

Page 18 - Factory-Built Chimney Installation Configurations

Illustrations showing typical installations for factory-built chimneys, including wall installation with rain cap and flashing, and vertical installation with radiation shields and ceiling support.

Page 19 - Masonry Chimney Construction Components

Construction details for a masonry chimney, including the clay liner, thimble, clean-out door, and how these components connect to the furnace or stove.

Page 20 - Factory-Built Thimble Installation

Installation of a factory-built thimble, showing cross-sectional diagrams detailing cement screws, insulation, and wall thimble alignment with the flue.

Page 21 - Brick Chimney Thimble Specifications

Installation specifications for a brick chimney thimble, including minimum clearance distances from combustible materials, required fireclay liner dimensions, and structural support details.

Page 22 - Wood Usage and Energy Yield Ranking

Guidelines emphasizing the need to burn only dry wood to prevent ignition issues and chimney fires. A ranking of various wood species based on average energy yield (millions of BTU per cord) categorized by energy yield.

Page 23 - Wood Preparation and Ignition Procedures

Instructions for preparing and igniting wood, covering proper storage and testing for dryness, safely starting fires to cure the stove paint, and the step-by-step process for lighting the stove using kindling and paper.

Page 24 - Air Intake Control Adjustment

Instructions on adjusting the air intake control settings (Low, Medium, Medium High, High) to manage combustion efficiency for the Siberian-1200, Siberian-1600, and Siberian-2000 models, including operating range notes.

Page 25 - Wood Reloading and Creosote Prevention

Procedures for reloading wood for optimal combustion, safety warnings regarding overfiring and log cradle installation, methods for monitoring chimney temperatures with a magnetic thermometer, and steps to prevent creosote buildup.

Page 26 - Ashes Disposal Safety

Instructions and safety cautions for disposing of stove ashes, advising regular removal using a metal container, keeping containers away from combustibles, and warnings about hot embers and ash pans.

Page 27 - Stove Maintenance Procedures

Maintenance tasks including inspecting and replacing the glass door, changing the door gasket annually, and repainting the stove with heat-resistant paint, along with a warning about operating without a proper gasket.

Page 28 - Limited Lifetime Warranty Terms

Details of the Limited Lifetime Warranty for Drolet products, specifying coverage terms, exclusions, warranty application procedures, and requirements for claims such as proof of purchase and authorization numbers.