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MODEL OSBURN STRATFORD

Installation Instructions

This installation manual will help you obtain a safe, efficient, dependable installation for
your fireplace and chimney system. Please read and understand these installation
instructions before beginning your installation.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify or alter the construction of the fireplace or its
components. Any modification or alteration of construction may void the warranty,
listings and approvals of this system. In that case, Stove Builder International (SBI) will
not be responsible for damages. Install the fireplace only as described in these
instructions.
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Listed to standards ULC-S610 and UL-127
Manufactured by:
Stove Builder International Inc.
STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC.
1700 Leon-Harmel Street, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, G1N 4R9 Tel.: (418) 527-3060
45178
Printed in Canada

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify or alter the construction of the fireplace or its components. Any modification or alteration of construction may void the warranty, listings and approvals of this system. In that case, Stove Builder International (SBI) will not be responsible for damages. Install the fireplace only as described in these instructions.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING YOUR FIREPLACE ........1 CERTIFICATION LABEL ..................2 THE FIREPLACE ..................... 3 INTRODUCTION........................3 3.1.1 Parts Required ........................3 3.1.2 Additional Equipment (optional) ..................3 OPERATING THE OSBURN STRATFORD..............4 3.2.1 Fuel...........................4 3.2.2 The use of manufactured logs ..................4 3.2.3 First Fires .........................4 3.2.4...
  • Page 3 CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.............24 OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION................26 ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD .................29 CHIMNEY SUPPORT INSTALLATION.................30 CHIMNEY CHASE AND MULTIPLE TERMINATIONS ..........30 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION......32 OPTIONS ....................... 33 APPENDIX ......................34 OSBURN LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY............35...

  • Page 4: Safety Rules For Operating Your Fireplace

    SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING YOUR FIREPLACE • Use only an Osburn glass door, specifically designed for the model Osburn Stratford. • When cleaning the fireplace, the ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground outside the house, pending final disposal.

  • Page 5: Certification Label

    CERTIFICATION LABEL...

  • Page 6: The Fireplace

    3.1.1 Parts Required • Fireplace model OSBURN STRATFORD • Insulated chimney made by the manufacturers listed in table 2, with the corresponding specifications : −...

  • Page 7: Operating The Osburn Stratford

    OPERATING THE OSBURN STRATFORD 3.2.1 Fuel The OSBURN STRATFORD is designed to work best when fuelled with seasoned cordwood. Hardwoods are preferred to softwoods since the energy content of wood is relative to its density. Hardwoods will result in a longer burning fire and less frequent refuelling. A moisture content of 15% to 20% (seasoned) is recommended.

  • Page 8: Building A Fire

    3.2.4 Building a Fire To start a fire, place several crumpled up balls of newspaper in the firebox. Place small dry pieces of kindling on top of the paper, criss-crossing the kindling so that there are air spaces in between. Keep the fuel far back enough so that air can get underneath. Open the air controls fully and light the newspaper.

  • Page 9: Primary Air

    3.2.6 Primary Air There is no flue damper in the OSBURN STRATFORD. As in common with air tight stoves, the combustion air control sets the flow of air entering the firebox. This allows for a more precise control of the fire. The combustion air control is located below the door on the right side.

  • Page 10: Smoking − Causes And Troubleshooting

    Medium Combustion This is the recommended mode of operating the OSBURN STRATFORD and should be the one normally used since it will deposit the least amount of creosote on the glass and in the chimney. The combustion air control must be ¾ closed. The precise setting will depend on many factors, including chimney length and the moisture content of the wood.
  • Page 11 C. Wet wood Wet or tarred wood will smoulder and smoke instead of burning properly. D. Dirty or blocked chimney Check to make sure the chimney is clear and clean. E. Chimney not long enough The minimum chimney height is 15 feet (4.6m). not including the fireplace’s height. The chimney must extend at least 3 feet (915 mm) above its point of contact with the roof and at least 2 feet (0.6 m) higher than any roof or wall within 10 feet (3 m) of it.

  • Page 12: Maintaining Your Osburn Stratford

    MAINTAINING YOUR OSBURN STRATFORD 3.3.1 Creosote When wood is burned slowly without a flame, it produces tar and other organic vapours which combine with expelled moisture to form a black deposit called creosote. Creosote accumulates on the flue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. If the creosote accumulation is large, a creosote fire in the chimney can damage the chimney and overheat the surrounding wood framing.

  • Page 13: Dealing With A Chimney Fire

    FRONT AIR TUBE Figure 2 3.3.4 Dealing with a Chimney Fire Regular chimney maintenance and inspection can prevent chimney fires. If you have a chimney fire, follow these steps: 1. Close the fireplace door and the combustion air controls; 2. Alert your family of the possible danger; 3.

  • Page 14: Refractory Replacement

    3.3.7 Refractory Replacement The intense heat of the fire will normally cause hairline cracks in the refractory. These cracks can be minimized by proper curing as described in “First Fires”. They will not normally diminish the effectiveness of the refractory. If large cracks develop, then the refractory should be replaced.

  • Page 15: Fireplace Installation

    rated for at least 500ºF, 260ºC, is suitable) or adhesion problems may result. Apply the adhesive inside the door groove (gasket channel) and install the new gasket with a gentle pressure. Let dry for at least 24 hours. To replace the glass gasket, simply remove the glass retainers holding the glass to the door frame.

  • Page 16: Framing, Facing, Mantel, And Combustible Shelf

    AREA WHERE WOOD MANTEL CAN BE INSTALLED COMBUSTIBLE SHELF 6.000" 17" MIN. 50" MIN. 3" 45° 41 3/4" 16" NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL Figure 4 3.4.3 Framing, Facing, Mantel, and Combustible Shelf The construction of the framing, facing, and mantel must be in accordance with the standards and the following illustrations (figures 4 to 11): A.

  • Page 17: Insulated Chase Construction

    36" 10 1/4" 19 13/16" 2" 53 23/32" 8 3/32" 12 13/32" 37 31/32" 22 7/8" 24 1/32" 26" 20" 1 1/2" 75 31/32" Figure 5 Figure 7 43 1/4" 38 1/32" 7' MIN. 43 3/16" 36" 36" 24 1/32" Figure 6 Figure 8 INSULATED CHASE CONSTRUCTION...
  • Page 18 STORM COLLAR ROOF SUPPORT FLASHING FLOOR / CEILING WALL ATTIC RADIATION SHIELD MUST HAVE THE SAME FIRESTOPPING RESISTANCE AS ADJACENT WALL. MUST HAVE THE SAME INSULATION AS ADJACENT CEILING. FOLLOW LOCAL RULES REGARDING FRAMING CONSTRUCTION. FIRESTOP NOTE: FLOOR AND WALL BELOW THE ATTIC MUST BE INSULATED USING THE SAME INSULATION.
  • Page 19 Combustible shelf Any combustible shelf must be installed at least 50" (127 cm) above the base of the fireplace if the depth of the shelf is 6" or less. If the depth of the shelf is more that 6" but less that 12", the shelf must be installed at least 52"...

  • Page 20: Hot Air Ducting Installation

    HOT AIR DUCTING INSTALLATION Different hot air ducting systems can be installed with the OSBURN STRATFORD: − Gravity kit − Forced air kit 3.5.1 Gravity Kit The kit includes: − 2 x hot air outlets (grilles and frames); − 2 x 90 elbows with brackets;...
  • Page 21 10' MAX. 13" 13" X 10' MAX. Figure 14 RAIN CAP COLLAR FLASHING ROOF SUPPORT ATTIC RADIATION SHIELD FIRESTOP FACING Figure 15 The duct system must be installed respecting the following: 1. Remove the plates closing up the 8" dia. holes on top of the fireplace. Then, cut the insulation in order to obtain two 8"...

  • Page 22: Central Forced Air Kit (Not Tested Under Epa Certification)

    3. The maximum number of elbows in a run of duct is two. 4. Maintain at least 10" (254 mm) clearance from the outlet grille framing to a combustible ceiling, side wall or mantel. 5. When passing through a combustible wall or floor, a firestop must be installed at the wall or floor penetration.
  • Page 23 Since the forced air kit requires electricity, make sure that the connections to the fan have been made according to the local codes and comply with their requirements (see instruction provided with the kit). INSULATION 5"Ø FLEX INSULATED FLEX PIPE ADAPTER ALUMINUM COLLAR...

  • Page 24: Fresh Air Kit (Optional)

    FRESH AIR KIT (Optional) During operation, the fireplace requires fresh air for combustion and draws air out of the house. It may starve other fuel burning appliances such as gas or oil furnaces. As well, exhaust fans may compete for air, causing negative pressure in the house, resulting in smoke entering the house from the fireplace.

  • Page 25: Door Overlay Installation

    OUTSIDE AIR FRESH AIR INTAKE CONNECTION TO THE FIRE PLACE FIREPLACE CONNECTION ALUMINUM OUTSIDE TAPE INTAKE FIREPLACE ALUMINUM TAPE PLASTIC COVER 3" FLEXIBLE PIPE PLASTIC COVER FLEXIBLE PIPE SCREW OPENING FACING DOWN INSULATION ALUMINUM INSULATION WALL ALUMINUM TAPE TAPE Figure 19 Figure 20 DOOR OVERLAY INSTALLATION OVERLAY...

  • Page 26: The Chimney

    THE CHIMNEY CHIMNEY INSTALLATION NOTES 1. If possible, install an interior chimney as it will provide better performance. In areas with continuous temperatures below −18° C (0° F), the use of an exterior chimney increases the likelihood of operating problems such as low draught, high rate of creosoting, and poor start-up characteristics.

  • Page 27: Chimney Installation Instructions

    CHIMNEY INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Cut and frame the holes in the ceiling, floor and roof where the chimney will pass (see figure 23). Use a plumb bob to line up the center of the holes. Make sure that the size of the floor and ceiling holes are in accordance with the chimney manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 28 EXAMPLE OF TYPICAL CHIMNEY INSTALLATION RAIN CAP COLLAR FLASHING ATTIC RADIATION SHIELD FIRESTOP OUTSIDE AIR KIT ANCHOR PLATE Figure 24...

  • Page 29: Offset Chimney Installation

    OFFSET CHIMNEY INSTALLATION The mi imum chimney height when using elbows is: Fireplace model OSBURN STRATFORD Chimney model All models Vertical installation 15 ft. (4.6 m) Two (2) elbows 15 ft. (4.6 m) Four (4) elbows 17 ft. (5.2 m) Table 1 After reaching the location requiring the elbow, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 30 SUPPORT STRAPS STRAPS CHIMNEY ANCHOR PLATE Figure 25 RAIN CAP COLLAR ROOF FLASHING OFFSET SUPPORT FRAMING 2" X 3" INSULATED WALL RADIATION SHIELD Figure 26...
  • Page 31 TABLE 2 - LISTED CHIMNEYS FOR YOUR OSBURN STRATFORD CHIMNEY INNER BRAND TYPE MANUFACTURER DIAMETER Ultra-Temp 1" Solid Pack 6" Selkirk Selkirk Super Pro 1" Solid Pack 6" Selkirk Super Vent 1" Solid Pack 6" Selkirk CF Sentinel 2" Solid Pack 6"...

  • Page 32: Angled Wall Radiation Shield

    ANGLED WALL RADIATION SHIELD When passing through a combustible wall with the chimney at a 30° or 45° angle (30° or 45° in Canada and 30° only in the USA), an angled firestop or wall radiation shield provided by the chimney manufacturer must be installed.

  • Page 33: Chimney Support Installation

    CHIMNEY SUPPORT INSTALLATION Universal Roof Support This support has three possible uses: 1. It must be used on a roof to support the chimney. 2. It may be used on a floor, ceiling or roof above an offset to support the chimney above the offset.
  • Page 34 18" 18" 457.2mm 457.2mm 18" 457.21mm 16" 16" 406.4mm 406.4mm Figure 28...

  • Page 35: Installation Instructions For Masonry Application

    4.7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR MASONRY APPLICATION WARNING: Before starting the installation, the masonry chimney must be inspected by a qualified sweep. The following requirements must be respected: 1. The chimney must be absolutely clear of any soot residue or creosote. Check for cracks, loose or missing bricks that could inhibit correct installation of the liner.

  • Page 36: Options

    OPTIONS Gravity kit: Part No.: Includes: one deflector, two 90 elbows, and two outlet grilles and frames, . #AC01309 Central forced air kit: Includes: one blower, one 5" flex adapter, 3 pipe clamps, #AC01310 And one control box with heat sensor and PC Board. Outside air kit Includes: one 3"...

  • Page 37: Appendix

    APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Weight: 385 lbs Height: 38" Width: 36" Depth: 26" CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES The following clearances meet the minimum requirements for a safe installation Side wall: 17" (43 cm) measured from the outside door frame. Side mantle: 0” (must have a depth no greater than 3”). Ceiling: 7 ft.

  • Page 38: Osburn Limited Lifetime Warranty

    OSBURN LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY The warranty of the manufacturer extends only to the original consumer purchaser and is not transferable. This warranty covers brand new products only, which have not been altered, modified nor repaired since shipment from factory. Proof of purchase (dated bill of sale), model name and serial number must be supplied when making any warranty claim to your OSBURN dealer.

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