HEAT COMMANDER

DF02003

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Heating area1,000 - 2,500 ft²

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Maximum log length21"

Maximum burn time10 h

Description

Among the most efficient systems on the market based on distributed energy, the Heat Commander is a central heating system that is both cutting edge and accessible thanks to its innovative design and ease of use. EPA certified, its 310,000 BTU capacity makes this furnace versatile and ideal for heating spaces up to 2,500 ft². The Heat Commander’s overall thermal power is notably much higher than most comparable systems.

Result of our victory in an international innovation competition, the Heat Commander is the very first wood furnace on the market to offer Dual Fire© technology with a two-stage electronic combustion control. Find peace of mind with a self-regulated combustion that allows easy ignition. Its automated air supply and flame adjustment systems synchronize with your thermostat to offer additional safety, optimize comfort and reduce emissions with minimal maintenance.

Included: blower, thermostat, hot air plenum, combustion-state indicator light, automated combustion control, ash lip, ash lip, ash drawer, poker and scraper

▪ Intuitive start mode for fast and clean ignition
▪ Optimized combustion for low creosote formation
▪ Uninterrupted heat with on-demand boost based on thermostatic demand
▪ Among the lowest burn rates on the market (firewood savings)
▪ Up to 10 hours burn time
▪ 3.6 ft³ firebox
▪ 21" logs (loading over depth and width)
▪ Glass airwash system for a cleaner view of the flames
▪ EPA certified
▪ Proudly made in Canada
▪ Limited lifetime warranty
▪ Air filters help filter dirt before distributing hot air in your installation in addition to protecting the blower. The use of filters is strongly recommended.
▪ The fresh air return adapter can be added to the blower box to increase the efficiency of your system. This option allows you to take fresh air from the rooms and bring it to the furnace to be heated and redistributed in these same rooms. It allows more even air circulation to increase comfort.

In the USA, get a 30% tax credit on your Drolet Heat Commander purchase
The first tax credit that covers the cost of the appliance, chimney, air distribution ducts, labor for installation and related material. Click here to download the manufacturer's certificate of qualification.

Any installation must be done according to the data and drawings detailed in the owner’s manual.

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Specifications

Fuel type	Dry cordwood (16" recommended)
Heating area (12)	1,000 - 2,500 ft²
Overall firebox volume	3.6 ft³
Maximum burn time (12)	10 h
Maximum input capacity (dry cordwood) (1)	310,000 BTU
Nominal heat output at 15lb/ft³ fuel loading density	75,000 BTU
Minimum overall heat output rate (7)	19,354 BTU/h (5.6 kW)
Maximum overall heat output rate (7)	47,052 BTU/h (13.8 kW)
Minimum average overall efficiency (HHV) (11) (10)	76.6 %
Maximum average overall efficiency (LHV) (11) (9)	82 %
Minimum delivered heat output rate (6)	13,297 BTU/h (3.9 kW)
Maximum delivered heat output rate (6)	42,234 BTU/h (12.4 kW)
Minimum average delivered efficiency (HHV) (8) (10)	60.7 %
Maximum average delivered efficiency (LHV) (8) (9)	65 %
Optimum efficiency (3)	83.2%
Optimum heat transfer efficiency	81 %
Average particulate emission rate (4) (5)	0.095 lb/mmBTU (0.041 g/MJ)
Average CO (13)	8.78 lb/mmBTU (3.78 g/MJ)
Average electrical power consumption (2)	330 W
Size	Medium
High-efficiency certified appliance	Yes, EPA 2020 approved
Certified according to applicable standards	By an accredited laboratory (CAN/USA)
Premium quality blower included (CFM)	Included
Blower (hp \| speed \| CFM)	1/3 \| 1 \| 1,135
Stainless-steel secondary-air system	Yes
Flue outlet diameter	6"
Recommended chimney diameter	6"
Type of chimney	CAN/ULC S629, UL 103 HT (2100 °F)
Overall dimension (Width)	27 3/4"

Overall dimension (Height)	63 1/2" min.
Overall dimension (Depth)	51 1/8"
Evacuation direction	Horizontal
Distance-center of the flue outlet to floor	37 1/8"
Distance-center of the flue outlet to side unit	13 7/8"
Door type	Single, glass with cast iron frame
Door opening size (Width)	13 3/4"
Door opening size (Height)	10"
Glass type	Ceramic glass
Glass surface - W x H	12 3/8 x 10 1/8"
Baffle type	C-Cast or equivalent
Firebox size (Width)	18 3/4"
Firebox size (Height)	16 1/8"
Firebox size (Depth)	22 1/2"
Maximum log length	21"
Log positioning	Loading over width and over depth
Firebox lined with refractory bricks	Yes
Steel thickness-top	1/4"
Steel thickness-body	3/16"
Filter - Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)	15" x 20" x 1" (option)
Hot air plenum - Minimum height of the furnace with plenum	63 1/2" min. for 69" ceiling \| 73 1/4" to 88" for a ceiling of 78 1/4" to 93" and more
Hot air plenum - Height (minimum - maximum)	22 3/8" x 26 7/8"
Canadian Standard (safety)	CAN/CSA B366.1
USA Standard (safety)	UL 391
Canadian Standard (emissions)	CSA B415.1-10
USA Standard (emissions)	EPA
Warranty	Limited lifetime
Shipping weight	758 lb (344 kg)
	EPA-2020

Clearances to combustibles*	Canada USA
Clearance - Side wall	11"11"
Clearance - Base of the unit to ceiling**	69" min.69" min.
Clearance - Back wall of the blower box	14 1/4"14 1/4"
Clearance - Plenum \| Ducts to the ceiling	5" from the plenum \| 1" from ducts5" du plénum \| 1" des conduits
Clearance - Recommended distance for maintenance on option side	30"30"
Clearance - Opposite side wall	24"24"
Clearance - Floor protection in front of the unit (from door opening)	18"16"

*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.

1. Input value at 10 lb/ft³ fuel loading density and dry energy value of 8,600 BTU/lb.
2. Unless stated otherwise, measures were taken directly at the main power source and include all electrical components present in the appliance.
3. Optimum overall efficiency at a specific burn rate (LHV).
4. Based on delivered heat output.
5. This appliance is officially tested and certified by an independent agency.
6. Delivered: Remotely provided to other rooms through ducting at 10 lb/ft³ fuel loading density over one total burn cycle.
7. Overall : Radiated and delivered heat together at 10 lb/ft³ fuel loading density over one total burn cycle.
8. Efficiency based on delivered heat when allowing cycling from high to low burn to simulate thermostat demand. LHV % is based on manufacturer’s estimation.
9. Lower Heating Value of the fuel.
10. Higher Heating Value of the fuel.
11. Efficiency based on radiated and delivered heat when allowing cycling from high to low burn to simulate thermostat demand.
12. Recommended heating area and maximum burn time may vary subject to location in home, chimney draft, heat loss factors, climate, fuel type and other variables. The recommended heating area for a given appliance is defined by the manufacturer as its capacity to maintain a minimum acceptable temperature considering that the space configuration and the presence of heat distribution systems have a significant impact in making heat circulation optimum.
13. Carbon Monoxyde. Based on overall heat output at 10 lb/ft³ fuel loading density.

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This is my third wood furnance in my home since 1989. I felt really good buying the HEAT COMMANDER furnace because of the stated advances in a "modern furnace" that is EPA Certified. I bought this in August 2023, but due to close to fall heating season in Michigan I decided to wait till next year to install and use my old furnace for the winter of 2023. I also had all my wood cut for my old furnace which had a much larger firebox and I was not going to re-cut my wood to fit the smaller HEAT COMMANDER firebox. I finally installed my new HEAT COMMANDER and had first burn on 05 October 2024. By the way, I found out your warranty starts the day you BUY IT not when you install it. My first problem was a broken ash door and DROLET readily sent me a new one. My second problem in the middle of the winter was my GREEN LIGHT stopped working and after an $85.00 dollar bill received my new light. Your electrical warranty is only 1 year and I did not install it until after 1 year. I installed it myself and now everything works OK. I am amazed the furnace DOES NOT come with any FEET to keep it off the floor and puts the ash door right on the floor. I am 74 years old and that makes opening the ash door very hard for senior people. I solved that by mounting the furnace on a steel platform dolly. The furnace weights around 700 pounds so the dolly makes moving the furnace very easy. I am very disappointed that I cannot get but 3-5 hour burns even with oak firewood packed in the small firebox. I also fought with smoke backup when low fire is present. After living here for 35 years with two other wood furnaces I have never experienced that. I solved the problem by purchasing a GEMI draft inducer. I have talked and consulted with many "wood furnace" experts and DROLET themselves, but have not received any solutions. I may have to move my old furnace back and put the DROLET in my barn. I am not satisfied with the help or the furnace and cannot endorse it with a good conscience.