Osburn OB04002 - Manual (Page 2)

Stratford Fireplace Installation and Operation Manual
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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THIS OSBURN WOOD FIREPLACE
As one of North America’s largest and most respected wood stove and fireplace manufacturers,
Stove Builder International takes pride in the quality and performance of all its products. We want
to help you get maximum satisfaction as you use this product.
In the pages that follow you will find general advice on wood heating, detailed instructions for safe
and effective installation, and guidance on how to get the best performance from this fireplace as
you build and maintain fires, and maintain your wood heating system.
We recommend that our wood burning hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals
who are certified in the United States by NFI (National Fireplace Institute
®
) or in Canada by WETT
(Wood Energy Technology Transfer) or in Quebec by APC (Association des Professionnels du
Chauffage).
Congratulations on making a wise purchase.
If this fireplace is not properly installed, combustible materials near it may overheat. To reduce
the risk of fire, follow the installation instructions in this manual exactly. Contact local building
or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
Please read this entire manual before you install and use your new fireplace. You may need to
get a building permit for the installation of this fireplace and the chimney that it is connected to.
Consult your municipal building department or fire department before installation. We
recommend that you also inform your home insurance company to find out if the installation
will affect your policy.
This heating unit is designed to serve as a supplementary heat source. We recommend that a
primary heat source also be available in the home. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for
costs associated with the use of another heating system.
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.