barkman Bitsbox User manual

Barkman Landscape Kits
Quarry Stone
Fireplace

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IMPORTANT: READ PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
It is the responsibility of the consumer to read and follow the proceeding information.
1. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion, which could cause property damage, personal injury or death.
2. Improper installation or maintenance of this product may result in damage to property, injury or death.
3. Read the installation, operation and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
4. Barkman Concrete Ltd. is not liable for any property damage or bodily injury caused by failure to follow the installation instructions,
improper use of the product or any negligence or carelessness of the consumer.
INSTALLATION AND USE
1. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury, or property damage. Read the installation
instructions thoroughly before installing the fireplace.
2. DO NOT touch areas if fire is burning, severe burning may result. Clothing ignition may result.
3. Carefully supervise children near the fireplace.
4. Keep clothing, furniture, draperies and other combustibles away from the fireplace.
5. Fireplace is for outdoor use only. Place the fireplace in an area where wind won't disturb the flames.
6. DO NOT obstruct the opening of the fireplace, or otherwise obstruct the flow of air.
7. Firebox-related fire can occur when there is a failure to maintain the required clearances (air spaces) to combustible materials.
8. Certain steps in the installation process will require more than one person.
9. Curing is crucial to the operation of your fireplace. Ensure to follow the direction on page 14 of the instruction guide.
10. Plan to install the fireplace a week before intended use to allow enough time for the curing process.
11. Never leave the fireplace unattended when in use.
12. We strongly recommend the installation of a steel fireplace grate on the floor of the fireplace before starting to make fires. This makes
it easier to ignite the fire, directing heat away from the floor which extends the life of the floor by inhibiting the formation of small
cracks from excess heat. These grates are available at hardware and building supply outlets.
WARNING
DANGERS OF FIRE
1. If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result in property damage, injury or death.
2. Beware of flying sparks from mouth of the firebox. Make sure that no combustible materials are within range of fireplace at any time.
3. Beware of extremely high temperatures in the fireplace when in use and for hours aer use. Do not put unprotected hands or arms
inside while the fireplace is lit.

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PROXIMITY TO BUILDINGS AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
1. The fireplace should be installed and used in accordance with the by-laws, regulations, local building codes and laws of your
jurisdiction. Please confirm that use of this product is in compliance with the by-laws, regulations and laws of your jurisdiction before
installing or using it.
2. Make sure that you locate your respective gas lines, wires, water pipes, and/or any above ground and underground services in your area
and install your fireplace in the proper distance away from them. Check with your provider for location and distance requirements prior
to installation.
3. This manual must be kept by the customer as long as they own their fireplace kit.
4. Check with your insurance provider concerning the installation, use, value implications and/or any other considerations in regards to
your fireplace kit.
Do not use landscape glue to seal fire bricks. Only use SILICONE to fill in gaps between the
Quarry Stones and apply from the interior fireplace. Do not overload wood in the fireplace
when in use.
FIRE WARNING
4. DO NOT use charcoal, pressure treated lumber, chipped wood products, sappy wood (such as pine), laminated wood, or any material
other than dry medium or hard natural firewood.
5. DO NOT use liquid fuel (firelighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene or similar liquids) to start or maintain a fire.

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This kit measures 52"W x 40"D x 97.375"H.
MATERIALS INCLUDED:
• 12 x 4 in Quarry Stone – 2 pieces
• 12 x 3.5 in Quarry Stone – 1 pieces
• 8 x 12 in Quarry Stone – 149 pieces
• 8 x 12 in Accent Stone – 13 pieces
• 8 x 8 in Quarry Stone – 21 pieces
• 4.5 x 8 in Quarry Stone – 2 pieces
• 4 x 8 in Quarry Stone – 84 pieces
• 4 x 5.5 in Quarry Stone – 3 pieces
• 4 x 4 in Quarry Stone – 23 pieces
• 2.5 x 9 x 4.5 Fire Brick – 70 pieces
• 2.5 x 1.5 x 9 Fire Brick – 4 pieces
• 2.5 x 6 x 4.5 Fire Brick – 8 pieces
• 2.5 x 4.5 x 4.5 Fire Brick – 4 pieces
• 2.5 x 4 x 4.5 Fire Brick – 4 pieces
• 2.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 Fire Brick – 6 pieces
• Front (small) and Back (large) Mantle
• Arch
• Fireplace Cap
• Recess Panel
• Front and Back Roof
• Spark Arrestor
• Rain Cap
• 3 Tubes of Landscape Glue
• 4 Tubes of High Temperature Silicone
• Gloves
• Plastic and Steel Shims
• Fireplace Manual
12 x 4 8 x 12
Front and Back
Mantle
Materials
Base Preparation
If installing your Quarry Stone
Fireplace on an unstructured base,
please ensure to follow these steps:
• Excavate area approx. 9 inches below grade.
• Excavate approx. 6 inches larger than
your actual kit dimensions to ensure a
stable base.
• Fill with 0.75 inch down limestone and
compact firmly.
• Level out 0.5 inch of sand and install kit
as per the instruction guide.
If you are installing on a solid base
such as an existing patio, base prep is
not necessary. Please proceed to the
first step.
These instructions may not refer to all
base conditions. As this kit is incredibly
heavy, base prep will greatly depend
on existing ground conditions and may
require alternate techniques.
Arch
OTHER ITEMS NEEDED:
• Caulking gun
• Measuring tape/ruler
• Level
• Rubber Mallet
Fireplace Cap
(2 pieces)
Recess
Panel
Front and Back
Roof
4 x 8
8 x 8
Note: This manual was updated in June
2020. Check www.barkmanconcrete.
com/resources for any manual updates.
4 x 4
Spark
Arrestor
Rain
Cap
4 x 5.5
12 x 3.5
4.5 x 8
2.5 x 3.5 x 4.5
Fire Brick
2.5 x 6 x 4.5
Fire Brick
2.5 x 4 x 4.5
Fire Brick
2.5 x 1.5 x 9
Fire Brick
2.5 x 9 x 4.5
Fire Brick
2.5 x 4.5 x 4.5
Fire Brick
Plastic and
Steel Shims

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1
A On your prepared level base, lay out
the first layer of the fireplace base as
indicated in the diagram.
USE:
(21) 8 x 12 blocks
(2) 4 x 8 blocks
IMPORTANT: Periodic checks must be
made to ensure that the layers remain
level. If layers are not level, use the
included shims to adjust as necessary.
Instructions
2
A Lay out the second layer as shown in
the diagram.
USE:
(20) 8 x 12 blocks
(5) 4 x 8 blocks
8" x 12"
4" x 8"
3
A Lay out the third layer as shown in
the diagram.
USE:
(17) 8 x 12 blocks
(1) 4 x 8 blocks

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5
A Lay out the fourth layer of the
wood box surround as shown in the
diagram
USE:
(7) 8 x 12 blocks
(2) 8 x 8 blocks
6
A Lay out the Fire Bricks as indicated in
the diagram.
B Using a mallet, ensure the outer
quarry stone fits tightly around the
fire brick.
USE:
(18) 2.5 x 9 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(4) 2.5 x 4.5 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(4) 2.5 x 1.5 x 9 Fire Bricks
4
A Lay out the accent band as shown in
the diagram.
B Glue the accent band in place where
it contacts the Quarry Stone behind
and below using the included
landscape glue.
USE:
(13) 8 x 12 Accent Stone
8" x 12"
8" x 8"
2.5" x 9" x 4.5"
2.5" x 1.5" x 9"
2.5" x 4.5" x 4.5"
NOTE: Do not put silicone on any of the fire brick. They should only be dry stacked, allowing for any bricks to be replaced if necessary. Fill
any gaps between the Quarry Stone with silicone. Fill these gaps from the interior of the fireplace so no silicone is shown from the outside.

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7
A Lay out the first layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
B Glue this layer down using the included
landscape glue.
USE:
(6) 8 x 12 blocks
(2) 8 x 8 blocks
(5) 4 x 8 blocks
(2) 4 x 4 blocks
8
A Place the first row of Fire Brick as
indicated.
B Using a rubber mallet, tap the Quarry
Stone to tightly fit against Fire Brick.
USE:
(7) 2.5 x 9 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(2) 2.5 x 6 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(1) 2.5 x 4 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
9
A Lay out the second layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
B Glue the 4 x 4 Quarry Stone down
using the included landscape glue.
USE:
(9) 8 x 12 blocks
(2) 4 x 4 blocks
IMPORTANT: Periodic checks must be
made to ensure that the layers remain
level. If layers are not level, use the
included shims to adjust as necessary.
4" x 8"
8" x 12"
4" x 4"
8" x 4"
2.5" x 6 x 4.5"
4" x 4"
2.5" x 4" x 4.5
4" x 4"
8" x 12"
Applying Glue and Silicone: Add 2 small
dots of landscape glue to the centre of each
Quarry Stone block. Press each block into
place so that there is no gap between blocks.
If a shim is used on a block, apply a line of
landscape glue across the entire block.
Dots of landscape
glue
Apply silicone in the Quarry
Stone gaps from the fireplace
interior to fill spaces in
between so no light passes
through.
WARNING: Only use silicone when securing the fire brick. Do not use glue. Fire bricks are very light and heat resistant but must be
handled with care to avoid chipping upon installation.

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10
A Place the second row of Fire Brick as
indicated.
B Using a rubber mallet, tap the Quarry
Stone to tightly fit against Fire Brick.
USE:
(8) 2.5 x 9 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(2) 2.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
11
A Repeat patterns from steps 7-10 to a
height of 5 layers.
USE:
(36) 8 x 12 blocks
(6) 8 x 8 blocks
(15) 4 x 8 blocks
(6) 4 x 4 blocks
(37) 2.5 x 9 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(8) 2.5 x 6 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(3) 2.5 x 4 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(4) 2.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
12
A Lay out the sixth layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
USE:
(9) 8 x 12 blocks
2.5" x 3.5" x 4.5"
2.5" x 9" x 4.5"

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A Place the Arch into the seventh layer
as indicated in the diagram.
B Glue the Arch down where it contacts
the Quarry Stone below using the
included landscape glue.
USE:
(1) Arch
IMPORTANT: Be sure to hold the arch in place
until the next layer of quarry stone is set atop
of it. Only use steel shims above the arch.
14
A Lay out the seventh layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
USE
(1) 12 x 3.5 blocks
(8) 8 x 12 blocks
(2) 8 x 4.5 blocks
(3) 4 x 8 blocks
(2) 4 x 5.5 blocks
IMPORTANT: Fill in any large gaps between
the Quarry Stone above the Arch with high
temperature silicone from the interior of the
fireplace.
8" x 12"
4" x 8"
4" x 5.5"
8" x 4.5"
12" x 3.5"
15
A Place the sixth row of Fire Brick as
indicated in the image.
B Using a rubber mallet, tap the Quarry
Stones to tightly fit against Fire Brick.
USE:
(8) 2.5 x 9 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(2) 2.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
2.5" x 9" x 4.5"
2.5" x 3.5" x 4.5"

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18
A Install the mantle pieces as indicated
in the diagram.
B Adjust the mantle as needed to ensure
that it is centered with a 2" overhang
at the front.
USE:
Mantle (Front and Back)
IMPORTANT: Fill in any gaps between the
Quarry Stone and mantel pieces with high
temperature silicone from the interior of the
fireplace, allowing no light to pass between
the blocks.
16
A Lay out the eighth layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
B Glue this layer down using the
included landscape glue.
USE:
(7) 8 x 12 blocks
(6) 4 x 8 blocks
(3) 4 x 4 blocks
(2) 12 x 4 blocks
8" x 12"
12" x 4"
17
A Place the seventh row of Fire Brick as
indicated.
B Using a rubber mallet, tap the Quarry
Stones to tightly fit against Fire Brick.
USE:
(7) 2.5 x 9 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(2) 2.5 x 6 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
(1) 2.5 x 4 x 4.5 Fire Bricks
2.5" x 9" x 4.5"
2.5" x 6" x 4.5"
4" x 8"
4" x 4"
2.5" x 4" x 4.5"

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A Repeat steps 19 and 20 to a height of five
layers above the mantle, checking that the
layers remain level.
B Glue the fih layer down using the
included landscape glue.
USE:
(14) 8 x 12 blocks
(8) 8 x 8 blocks
(8) 4 x 8 blocks
(6) 4 x 4 blocks
IMPORTANT: Allow glue to set for at least 2 hours before installing the roof. Check to ensure the glue has begun to set so that the roof
does not move any blocks underneath. Blocks should be steady when moved.
20
A Lay out the second layer of the wall
surround as shown in the diagram.
USE:
(6) 8 x 12 blocks
(2) 8 x 8 blocks
(2) 4 x 4 blocks
IMPORTANT: Periodic checks must be
made to ensure that the layers remain
level. If layers are not level, use the
included shims to adjust as necessary.
Fill any large gaps between the Quarry
Stone with the included silicone.
19
A Centre the recess panel on the
mantle and lay out the first layer of
the wall surround. Quarry stone sits
in recess panel notch in all 5 layers.
B Glue this layer down using the
included landscape glue, except for
the recess panel in case you want an
access point to the chimney.
USE:
(4) 8 x 12 blocks
(3) 8 x 8 blocks
(4) 4 x 8 blocks
(2) 4 x 4 blocks
8" x 12"
4" x 8"
8" x 8"
4" x 4"
Match distance from back
edge with Quarry Stone
beneath the mantle.

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24
A Lay out the second layer of the
chimney as shown in the diagram.
USE:
(8) 4 x 8 blocks
23
A Lay out the first layer of the chimney
as shown in the diagram.
B Glue this layer down to the roof using
the landscape glue provided.
USE:
(8) 4 x 8 blocks
22
A Place the spark arrestor at the top of
the fireplace setup as shown.
B Carefully place both front and
back pieces of the roof on the wall
surround, ensuring that the opening
for the chimney is facing the front and
aligned with the opening below it.
IMPORTANT: The roof is 187 lbs (85 kgs)
per piece. Use 2 x 4 inch studs spanning the
roof widthwise to li it. Lower the roof down
with the 2 x 4 inch studs,align roof, and then
move the wood studs out one at a time while
ensuring that the spark arrestor stays in place.
Spark Arrestor
Roof Pieces

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A Li one side of the fireplace cap
and place one side of the rain cap
underneath. Li the other side of the
fireplace cap and place the other side
of the rain cap underneath.
B Glue fireplace cap in place with the
included landscape glue.
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A Install the two-piece Fireplace Cap
as indicated in the diagram. Adjust
the cap as needed to ensure that it
is centred with a 1 3/8” overhang on
all sides.
B If the rain cap is not going to be
installed, glue this layer down with
the included landscape glue.
USE:
Fireplace Cap (2 pieces)
Allow 72 hours for glue and silicone to set before first use.
STOP
25
A Repeat steps 23 and 24 to a height of
five layers above the roof, checking
that the layers remain level.
B Glue the fih layer down with
landscape glue.
USE:
(24) 4 x 8 blocks

AFTER INSTALLATION
Upon installation of your new fireplace, there are still small amounts of moisture needing to work their way out of the fireplace. If you
immediately begin to build large fires in your fireplace, you will compromise your fireplace longevity and can ultimately cause damage,
including cracking. It is then important to build fires slowly to cure the fireplace in preparation for use.
The first day of firing, the temperature should stay close to 100˚C without exceeding it. A suggested way to do so is by building a fire in
a separate location, and placing the hot coals into the fireplace floor. Gradually build up from this point to larger and larger fires for 4-5 days.
Due to thermal expansion, surface cracks may appear in the firebox. This is normal, and will not aect the quality of your fireplace.
CURING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Fire should be limited to within the
firebox, as the shaded circle shows.
Your fireplace is designed to be used with natural, dry wood products only. DO NOT USE: charcoal, pressure treated lumber, chipped wood
products, sappy wood (such as pine), laminated wood, or any material other than medium or hard natural firewood. Using wood that is not dry
will cause the fireplace to emit a considerable amount of smoke and could also cause permanent damage.
WARNING: DO NOT ADD ANY ACCELERANTS OR OTHER NON-WOOD PRODUCTS FOR FIRING, as this can compromise the integrity of the
fireplace firebox, leading to risk of product failure and personal injury. Make sure to avoid extreme heat when in use to prolong the life of your
fireplace.
DO NOT USE LIQUID FUEL (firelighter fluid, gasoline, kerosene or similar liquids) to start or maintain a fire. Do not use water to lower the
temperature or extinguish fire in a fireplace.
Size of fire should never be bigger than the back of the firebox.
DO NOT BUILD THE FIRE SO THAT FLAMES EXIT THE FIREBOX OPENING. See illustration below.
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure that your fireplace is completely cool before inspecting and cleaning it. If fire previously made was a large one, probe through
the ashes with a poker or fireplace shovel. Slowly shovel the ashes into a metal container with a tight-fitting lid. This container should be
stored on a non-combustible surface, away from fire hazards. Ensure ashes are completely cold before disposing of them appropriately.
2. Use a wire brush to clean the firebox floor.
3. If you have doubts on your ability to clean the fireplace, have it cleaned by a professional. If you were to clean it yourself, make sure to
use a brush to clean the inside and outside of your fireplace.
4. If smoke marks begin to appear on the exterior of the fireplace, apply the silicone provided from the interior of the fireplace to fill in any
gaps between the Quarry Stones.

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