Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Burning Insert
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Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Burning Insert
Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Burning Insert
Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Burning Insert
Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Burning Insert
Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Burning Insert
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Product Details:
The Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Burning Insert is a compact wood insert produces up to 65,000 BTUs and heats up to 1,800 square feet. It has one of the shallowest depths of all wood burning inserts. With a minimum fireplace opening of only 21.5" height, 27.5" width and 12.75" depth, it is capable of fitting in some of the smallest fireplaces.
The Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Burning Insert is EPA approved and has an optimal efficiency rating of 78%. The 1.9 cubic foot firebox handles up to a 18" log with a maximum operating burn time of up to 6 hours. A blower is included to push the warmth of the fire throughout the space. A 29" H x 44" W faceplate is included to cover the fireplace opening and give the insert a finished look. The classic wood insert look is sure to fit with any home decor while offering an excellent source of heat for the cold winter months.
Specifications & Manual
Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Insert Installation Manual
| Drolet Escape 1500-I Wood Insert Specifications | |
| Fuel Type | Dry cordwood (16" recommended) |
| Recommended heating area | 500 -1800 ft² |
| Overall firebox volume | 1.9 ft³ |
| EPA loading volume | 1.44 ft³ |
| Maximum burn time | 6 h |
| Maximum heat output-dry cordwood | 65,000 BTU/h (19 kW) |
| Minimum overall heat output rate | 15,650 BTU/h (4.6 kW) |
| Maximum overall heat output rate | 23,300 BTU/h (6.83 kW) |
| Average overall efficiency-dry cordwood (HHV) | 70% |
| Average overall efficiency-dry cordwood (LHV) | 75% |
| Optimum efficiency | 78% |
| Optimum heat transfer efficiency | 75% |
| Average particulate emission rate | 1.26 g/h |
| Average CO | 58 g/h |
| Size | Medium |
| Premium quality blower included (CFM) | 144 CFM Included |
| Certified according to applicable standards | By an accredited laboratory (CAN/USA) |
| Combustion technology | Non-catalytic |
| Stainless-steel secondary-air system | Yes |
| Flue outlet diameter | 6” |
| Distance-center of the flue outlet to back unit | 5 3/4” |
| Distance-center of the flue outlet to side unit | 12 3/4” |
| Chimney diameter | 6” |
| Type of chimney | Liner - ULC-S635, CAN/ULC-S640, UL1777 |
| Minimum chimney height | 12’ |
| Overall dimension (Width) | 27 1/4” |
| Overall dimension (Height) | 21 1/4” |
| Overall dimension (Depth) | 22 3/8” |
| Door Type | Single, glass with cast iron frame |
| Door opening size (Width) | 17 1/4” |
| Door opening size (Height) | 8 3/4” |
| Glass Type | Ceramic Glass |
| Glass Surface - W x H | 15 3/4" x 9 3/4" |
| Firebox size (Width) | 19 5/8” |
| Firebox size (Height) | 11 7/8” |
| Firebox size (Depth) | 13 1/2” |
| Maximum log length | 18” |
| Log positioning | Loading over width |
| Firebox lined with refractory bricks | Yes |
| Baffle type | High quality vermiculite |
| Minimum fireplace opening (Height) | 21 1/2” |
| Minimum fireplace opening (Width) | 27 ½” |
| Minimum fireplace opening (Depth) | 12 ¾” |
| High-efficiency certified appliance | Yes, EPA 2020 approved |
| Canadian Standard (emissions) | CSA B415.1-10 |
| Canadian Standard (safety) | ULC S628 |
| USA Standard (emissions) | EPA |
| USA Standard (safety) | UL 1482, UL 737 |
| Steel thickness-body | 3/16” |
| Steel thickness-top | 5/16” |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime |
| Shipping Weight | 360 lb (163 kg) |
Minimum Clearance to Combustibles:
| Clearances to combustibles* | Canada | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Clearance - Side wall to unit | 16" | 10” |
| Clearance - Side mantel to unit | 9" | 9” |
| Clearance - Top mantle to unit | 27" | 27” |
| Clearance - Top of the unit to a 12” combustible mantle shelf | 27" | 27” |
| Clearance - Base of the unit to ceiling** | 84” | 84” |
| * The information given on the certification label affixed to the appliance always overrides the information published in any other media (owner's manual, catalogues, flyers, magazines and/or web sites). | ||
| ** Some appliances have been tested with a low ceiling. Before setting up your unit, refer to the installation manual. | ||
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