Osburn OB04002 - Manual (Page 35)

Stratford Fireplace Installation and Operation Manual
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6.2 REGULATIONS COVERING FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
When installed and operated as described in these instructions, the Stratford wood fireplace is
suitable for use in residential installations. The Stratford wood fireplace is not intended for
installation in a bedroom of a mobile home.
In Canada, the CSA B365 Installation Code for Solid Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment and
the CSA C22.1 Canadian National Electrical Code are to be followed in the absence of local code
requirements. In the USA, the ANSI NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid
Fuel-Burning Appliances and the ANSI NFPA 70 National Electrical Code are to be followed in the
absence of local code requirements.
NOTE: The Fireplace is not approved for use with a so-called “positive flue connection” to the
clay tile of a masonry chimney.
6.3 FIREPLACE INSTALLATION
6.3.1 LOCATING THE STRATFORD
A. The best location to install your fireplace is determined by considering the location of
windows, doors, and the traffic flow in the room. Figure some space in front of the unit for the
heart extension and the mantel and taking into consideration the location of the heat
distribution systems (optional), fresh air intake kit and chimney. If possible, you should choose
a location where the chimney will pass through the house without cutting floor or roof rafters.
B. Usually, no additional floor support is needed for the fireplace. The adequacy of the floor can
be checked by first estimating the weight of the fireplace system. Weight is given in Section
2.1: Stratford Specifications. Next, measure the area occupied by the fireplace, note the floor
construction and consult your local building code to determine if additional support is needed.