Drolet Escape 1800 Insert Will Transform Your Masonry Fireplace

Looking for a fireplace insert that's both highly efficient and eco-friendly? Look no further than the Drolet Escape 1800-I Wood Insert. This EPA-certified heating appliance is an excellent choice for those who value sustainability and comfort in their home heating. The clean-burning design and the impressive heating capacity will upgrade your masonry fireplace into an inviting and cozy heat haven.

Included: blower, ceramic glass, ash lip, air damper

Options: faceplate (regular or large) with brushed nickel trim or cuttable faceplate, firescreen, fresh air intake

When you purchase a Drolet Escape 1800-I, you qualify for a federal tax credit of up to 26% of the cost of installation AND equipment. Additionally, the product comes with a limited lifetime warranty for peace of mind.

High Efficiency and Eco-friendliness

The Drolet Escape 1800-I Wood Insert provides optimal heating efficiency of 77%, making it a leading choice in its category. The low average particulate emissions rate of 1.54 g/h reaffirms its environmentally friendly nature. By choosing this fireplace insert, you contribute to reducing air pollution and ensuring a greener future while enjoying a warm and cozy atmosphere at home.

Impressive Heating Capacity

The heating power of the Drolet Escape 1800-I cannot be understated. Capable of heating an area ranging from 500 - 2,100 square feet, it's an ideal solution for larger living spaces or open-concept homes. With a maximum heat output of 75,000 BTU/h using dry cordwood, the Drolet Escape 1800-I guarantees that your home will remain a snug refuge even during the harshest winters.

High-Quality Design and Construction

Crafted with robust 5/16'' steel and featuring a firebox lined with refractory bricks, the Drolet Escape 1800-I Wood Insert offers superior heat distribution. Its ceramic glass front enhances its aesthetic appeal while providing a clear view of the beautiful, comforting flames. With the included premium quality blower, the heat generated is efficiently distributed around your room for a consistent and comfortable warmth.

Drolet Escape 1800 Insert Features:

Burn time up to 8 hours
Up to 20'' logs
2.4 ft³ firebox
Robust 5/16'' steel
EPA certified
Proudly made in Canada
Limited lifetime warranty
Firebox lined with refractory bricks for better heat distribution
Optimum efficiency: 77 %
Average particulate emissions rate: 1.54 g/h
Steel thickness – top: 5/16"
High-efficiency certified appliance: Yes, EPA 2020 approved
Recommended heating area-ft² : 500 - 2,100
Blower included

Clearance Requirements:

Clearance – top (measured from the platform on which the appliance is installed)**	84"
Clearance – combustible side mantle to unit	9"
Clearance – combustible top mantle to unit	27"
Clearance – combustible sidewall to unit	16"
Clearance – minimum floor protection in front of the appliance	16"
Clearance - from the top of the unit to the shelf	27"
Clearance – from the top of the insert to the shelf	27"

Drolet Escape 1800 Fireplace Insert Manual:

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Drolet Escape 1800-I Wood Insert DB03125 Specification Sheet:

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Drolet Tax Credit Certificate for Qualifying Wood Stoves

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Drolet 1800 Wood Stove Insert Specifications:

Fuel type	Dry cordwood (16" recommended)
Recommended heating area-ft²	500 - 2,100
Overall firebox volume-ft³	2.4
EPA loading volume-ft³	2.02
Maximum burn time	8 h
Maximum heat output-dry cordwood	75,000 BTU/h (22.0 kW)
Overall heat output rate	14,800 BTU/h (4.34 kW) to 28,600 BTU/h (8.38 kW)
Average overall efficiency (dry cordwood)	69 % (HHV) / 74 % (LHV)
Optimum overall efficiency	77 %
Optimum heat transfer efficiency	75 %
Average particulate emissions rate	1.54 g/h
Average CO	89.4 g/h
Combustion technology	Non-catalytic
High-efficiency certified appliance	Yes, EPA 2020 approved
Maximum log length	20"
Log positioning	Loading over width
Chimney diameter	6"
Flue outlet diameter	6"
Type of chimney	Liner - ULC-S635, CAN/ULC-S640, UL1777
Minimum chimney height (feet)	12'
Baffle type	High quality vermiculite
Approved for a mobile home installation	No
Shipping Weight	405 lb (184 kg)
Door type	Single, glass with cast iron frame
Glass type	Ceramic glass
Glass surface – dimensions (Width X Height)	16" X 9 1/4"
Glass air-wash system	Yes
Premium quality blower included (CFM)	144
Overall dimension (Height)	23 1/8"
Overall dimension (Width)	28 3/8"
Overall dimension (Depth)	26 3/8"
Door opening – dimension (Height)	9"
Door opening - dimension (Width)	17 1/2"
Firebox – dimension (Height)	11 7/8"
Firebox – dimension (Width)	21"
Firebox – dimension (Depth)	16 1/2"
Firebox lined with refractory bricks for better heat distribution	Yes
Stainless-steel secondary-air system improving gas combustion	Yes
Adjustable threaded legs	Yes
Steel thickness – body	3/16"
Steel thickness – top	5/16"
Fireplace opening – minimum (Height)	23 3/8"
Fireplace opening – minimum (Width)	28 7/8"
Fireplace opening – minimum (Depth)	15 3/4"
USA standard (emissions)	EPA Method 28
Canadian Standard (emissions)	CSA B415.1-10
USA standard (safety)	UL 1482, UL 737
Canadian standard (safety)	ULC S628
Tested and listed as per applicable standards	By an accredited laboratory (CAN/USA)
Warranty	Limited lifetime

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