Drolet ESCAPE 1800 DB03115 - Manual (Page 47)

SECTION 5.0 SPECIFICATIONS
Fuel
Type Cordwood
Test Standards
ULC S627 (CSA B366.2) & UL 1482 residential.
Recommended surface : 500 to 1900 sq. ft.
Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., EPA test wood: 38,700 BTU/h.
Heating capacity* – BTU/hr., seasoned cordwood : 75,000 BTU/h.
Optimum efficiency: 77%
*Why is the BTU indicated on the EPA label smaller than the one advertised?
You will notice a difference between the BTU output as indicated on the unit’s white EPA label affixed to the glass
and the BTU as advertised on our web site and/or product literature. The maximum BTU output we advertise for this
unit is what will be obtained with a full load of seasoned cordwood inserted inside the firebox. The EPA output, on
the other hand, is what has been obtained during emissions testing. The EPA test procedure requires that a special
type of wood be used and positioned inside the firebox in a manner that does not represent the way the firebox
volume would normally be utilized using seasoned cordwood. The EPA test load is typically much smaller. Hence,
the BTU as per the EPA label is reduced. The BTU output that should be considered by a normal user is the one we
advertise for seasoned cordwood.
Shipping Weight
421 lbs (191 kg)
Firebox Volume
2.3 cubic feet (0,065 m 3 )
Firebox Floor Area
21’’W x 16.5’’D (530 mm x 420 mm)
Door Opening Size
17.56” wide x 8.75” high (450 mm x 220 mm)
Recommended 20.5” x 6” Dia. (521 mm x 152 mm) if loading sideways
Log Size
Flue Outlet
6” (152 mm) diameter (vertical)