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 woodburning hearth products be installed and serviced by professionals who are
certified by a “Qualified Agency” such as NFI (National Fireplace Institute®) or CSIA (Chimney Safety
Institute of America) in the United States, in Canada by WETT (Wood Energy Technical Training) 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.
