HEAT COMMANDER II

SKU: DF02003
Sale price $4,479.00 CADRegular price
Regular price $4,479.00 CAD
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HEAT COMMANDER II
HEAT COMMANDER II
Sale price $4,479.00Regular price
Regular price $4,479.00
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Dimension 33 1/4"L × 49 1/8"P × 63 1/2" min.H
Heating Area 1,000 - 2,500 ft² How to Calculate Heating Area
Maximum Log Length 21"
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Stay warm, spend less on wood, and trust your heat all winter long.

The Drolet Heat Commander is a central wood furnace designed for homeowners who want powerful, reliable whole-home heat without babysitting a fire all day. It delivers long, even burns, lower emissions, and real thermostat control, so your house stays comfortable while you save on heating costs.

Why Heat Commander II matters to you

  • Whole-home comfort up to 2,500 ft² — excellent as a primary heat source for homes, chalets, and rural properties.
  • Use less wood for the same heat — optimized combustion and efficient burn rates reduce fuel use.
  • Set it and forget it — advanced two-stage electronic combustion control synchronizes with your thermostat to automate flame and air adjustments.
  • Cleaner, safer burns — combustion tuning minimizes creosote and emissions for safer operation.
  • Built to last — engineered and assembled with durable components and backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

Key benefits

Powerful, efficient whole-home heating

  • High distributed energy capacity for whole-home heating
  • Heats up to 2,500 ft² when installed correctly
  • Large firebox accepts long logs (21")
  • Long burn cycles for consistent heat

Smarter, easier wood heat

  • Advanced two-stage electronic combustion control
  • Intuitive start mode for fast, clean ignition
  • Thermostat integration for automatic on-demand heat
  • Glass airwash system keeps viewing window clearer

Savings, safety, and peace of mind

  • Low burn rates for firewood savings over time
  • Optimized combustion leads to less creosote
  • Meets applicable emissions standards
  • Limited lifetime warranty and Canadian manufacturing quality

What’s included with Heat Commander II

You get the necessary components to integrate the furnace into a central heating system (installation required):

  • Blower
  • Thermostat
  • Hot air plenum
  • Combustion-state indicator light
  • Automated combustion control
  • Ash lip and ash drawer
  • Poker and scraper

Recommended add-ons for best performance

Air filters (strongly recommended)

Air filters capture dust and dirt before hot air is distributed:

  • Protects the blower from debris
  • Helps keep ducts and indoor air cleaner
  • Contributes to smoother, more efficient heat distribution

Fresh air return adapter

This adapter connects to the blower box and lets you pull fresh air from rooms back to the furnace:

  • Improves overall system efficiency
  • Promotes more even air circulation in your house
  • Increases comfort by reducing hot and cold spots

US Tax Credit — Save up to 30% on your total installation

If you are in the United States, Heat Commander II may qualify for a federal tax credit (subject to eligibility):

  • Covers appliance, chimney, air distribution ducts, installation labor, and related materials
  • Can significantly reduce total project cost

Always confirm current program details and eligibility with your tax professional or the IRS guidelines.

Full Description

Specifications

Appliance Performance

Fuel type Dry cordwood (16" recommended) Minimum delivered heat output rate 13,297 BTU/h (3.9 kW)
Heating area 1,000 - 2,500 ft² Maximum delivered heat output rate 42,234 BTU/h (12.4 kW)
Overall firebox volume 3.6 ft³ Minimum average delivered efficiency (HHV) 60.7 %
Maximum burn time 10 h Maximum average delivered efficiency (LHV) 65 %
Maximum input capacity (dry cordwood) 310,000 BTU Optimum efficiency 83.2%
Nominal heat output at 15lb/ft³ fuel loading density 75,000 BTU Optimum heat transfer efficiency 81 %
Minimum overall heat output rate 19,354 BTU/h (5.6 kW) Average particulate emission rate 0.095 lb/mmBTU (0.041 g/MJ)
Maximum overall heat output rate 47,052 BTU/h (13.8 kW) Average CO 8.78 lb/mmBTU (3.78 g/MJ)
Minimum average overall efficiency (HHV) 76.6 % Average electrical power consumption 330 W
Maximum average overall efficiency (LHV) 82 %

General Features

High-efficiency certified appliance Yes, EPA 2020 approved Baffle type C-Cast or equivalent
Certified according to applicable standards By an accredited laboratory (CAN/USA) Firebox size (Width) 18 3/4"
Premium quality blower included (CFM) Included Firebox size (Height) 16 1/8"
Blower (hp | speed | CFM) 1/3 | 1 | 1,135 Firebox size (Depth) 22 1/2"
Stainless-steel secondary-air system Yes Maximum log length 21"
Flue outlet diameter 6" Log positioning Loading over width and over depth
Recommended chimney diameter 6" Firebox lined with refractory bricks Yes
Type of chimney CAN/ULC S629, UL 103 HT (2100 °F) Steel thickness-top 1/4"
Overall dimension (Width) 27 3/4" Steel thickness-body 3/16"
Overall dimension (Height) 63 1/2" min. Filter - Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) 15" x 20" x 1" (option)
Overall dimension (Depth) 51 1/8" 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
Evacuation direction Horizontal Hot air plenum - Height (minimum - maximum) 22 3/8" x 26 7/8"
Distance-center of the flue outlet to floor 37 1/8" Canadian Standard (safety) CAN/CSA B366.1
Distance-center of the flue outlet to side unit 13 7/8" USA Standard (safety) UL 391
Door type Single, glass with cast iron frame Canadian Standard (emissions) CSA B415.1-10
Door opening size (Width) 13 3/4" USA Standard (emissions) EPA
Door opening size (Height) 10" Warranty Limited lifetime
Glass type Ceramic glass Shipping weight 758 lb (344 kg)
Glass surface - W x H 12 3/8 x 10 1/8"

Clearances

Canada United States
Clearance - Back wall of the blower box 14 1/4" 14 1/4"
Clearance - Side wall 11" 11"
Clearance - Opposite side wall 24" 24"
Clearance - Base of the unit to ceiling** 69" min. 69" min.
Clearance - Plenum | Ducts to the ceiling 5" from the plenum | 1" from ducts 5" from the plenum | 1" from ducts
Clearance - Recommended distance for maintenance on option side 30" min. 30" min.
Clearance - Floor protection in front of the unit (from door opening) 18" 16"
Manuals & Instructions

Consult the available manuals and leaflets for more information on performance, installation and use requirements, etc.

 

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