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ODSR Series "A" Outdoor Woodburning Fireplace
20006811
NOTE: These units are intended for outdoor or indoor use in the United States and Canada using the 'SK'
chimney system. These units may also be used outdoors or indoors in the United States and Canada using
the 'S' chimney system with an adapter.
Safety Information
Description
The ODSR Series "A" fireplaces are clean-faced, solid
fuel, woodburning fireplaces.
Precautions
Vermont Castings Group Fireplaces and component parts
have been highly tested and will operate safely when
installed in accordance with instructions provided in this
manual. Carefully read and understand all instructions
before
beginning installation.
If you notice any damage to fireplace or component parts,
immediately report damage to your Vermont Castings
Group dealer.
Only use Vermont Castings Group components or the war-
ranty will be voided and a fire hazard may be created.
Vermont Castings Group warranty will be voided by and
Vermont Castings Group disclaims any responsibility for
the following actions:
•
Installation of any damaged fireplace or chimney com-
ponent;
•
Modification of fireplace, chimney assembly or any
component parts thereof; (except for chase flashings
as detailed in Vermont Castings group Chimney Top
installation instructions).
•
Installation other than as instructed by Vermont Cast-
ings group; or
•
Installation and/or use of any component part not
manufactured or approved by Vermont Castings group
in combination or assembly with a Vermont Castings
group fireplace system, notwithstanding any indepen-
dent testing laboratory or other third party approval of
such component parts or accessory.
Any such action may possibly cause a fire hazard.
Consult local building codes to ensure that you are in com-
pliance
before
installing the fireplace.
Fireplaces must be vented to the out-of-doors.
WARNINg: To avoid the risk of damaging fireplace
materials and increasing the risk of spreading a fire,
do not use the fireplace to cook or warm food.
Do not obstruct or modify air inlets/outlets in any man-
ner.
Do not install combustible materials on any of the
fireplace surround.
Burn only solid wood fuel or gas logs.
Do not install a solid fuel burning insert or other prod-
ucts not specified for use with this fireplace.
These fireplaces are not approved for installation in
mobile homes.
This fireplace is not designed to be water tight. There-
fore, when installing this unit against an exterior wall,
the wall must be finished before setting unit in place.
Moisture Resistance
This outdoor fireplace will shed moderate amounts of wa-
ter, but is not waterproof. Water and condensing water va-
por may enter the chase under certain conditions.
The fireplace will not perform as an exterior wall. Mois-
ture penetration must be considered for construction that
places the fireplace in structure walls or on moisture sensi-
tive surfaces.
When installed on exterior walls: Vermont Castings Group
recommends the fireplace chase be constructed outside
the structure's weather envelope. Where the platform
meets the wall, use a flashing detail similar to that required
for attached decks. Chase platforms, including hearths
should slope away from the structure at 1/4 in per foot.
The fireplace can be shimmed level.
When installed on surfaces where water may collect or
cause damage: Vermont Castings Group recommends a
slope of 1/8 in to 1/4 in per foot towards the drain port sug-
gested. The fireplace can be shimmed level.
Hearths should slope away from the front of the fireplace
and chase at 1/8 in to 1/4 in per foot. Metal safety strips
must be on top of any combustible hearth materials used
for moisture management.
Drafts
The fireplace should not be located in areas that create
drafts (ie: frequently opened doors and central heating air
inlets/outlets) that hamper the normal flow of air into the
fire.
gas Logs
If you plan to install a gas log, the gas line should be installed
before framing the fireplace. The gas line must be installed
by a certified gas line installer.
Cleaning
There are three methods of cleaning the polished stainless
steel of your outdoor fireplace;
1. Warm, soapy water - to loosen any dirt film
2. Glass cleaner with ammonia
3. Stainless steel cleaner available at hardware stores
Regardless of which method is used, remember that any-
thing with too much abrasive may dull the finish.
