barkman oasis Installation instructions

oasis fireplace
stone oasis collection
assembly, operation and maintenance guide
Note: The Fireplace Kit shown is the 2014 model which includes the upgraded
chimney design.

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IMPORTANT: READ PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
It is the responsibility of the consumer to read and follow the proceeding information.
WARNING:
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.
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.

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FIRE WARNING:
DO NOT USE LANDSCAPE GLUE TO SEAL FIREBOX AND THE
FIREBOX HOOD, AND SECURING THE CHIMNEY AS THIS IS A
FIRE HAZARD. ONLY USE SILICONE FOR THIS PURPOSE.
DO NOT OVERLOAD WOOD INTO THE FIREBOX WHEN IN USE.
11. Never leave the fireplace unattended when in use.
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 firebox. Make sure that no combustible
materials are within range of firebox at any time.
3. Beware of extremely high temperatures in the fireplace when in use and for hours
after use. DO NOT PUT UNPROTECTED HANDS OR ARMS INSIDE WHILE FIREPLACE
IS LIT.
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.
PROXIMITY TO BUILDINGS AND OTHER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS:
1. The consumer is responsible for reviewing the local regulations pertaining to the
installation and use of this product. Please consult your local building code or zoning
bylaws for the exact regulations in your community.
2. The fireplace should be used in accordance with the by-laws, regulations 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 using.
3. 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.
This manual must be kept by the customer as long as they own their fireplace kit. Check
with your insurance provider concerning the installation, use, value implications and/or
any other considerations in regards to your fireplace kit.

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This kit measures 52”W x 40”D x 97 3/8”H.
Materials Included:
4”x 4” quarry stone - 23 pieces
4”x 8” quarry stone - 84 pieces
8”x 8” quarry stone - 21 pieces
8”x 10” roman paver - 4 pieces
8” x 12” quarry stone - 149 pieces
8” x 12” accent stone - 13 pieces
4” x 5 1/8” quarry stone - 2 pieces
8” x 4 1/8” quarry stone - 2 pieces
12” x 3 1/2” quarry stone - 2 pieces
12” x 3 1/8” quarry stone - 1 piece
front mantle (small)
back mantle (large)
arch
chimney (bottom and top)
roof
recess panel
firebox hood
firebox
fireplace cap (2 pieces)
plastic and steel shims
2 tubes of landscape glue
2 tubes of high temperature silicone
gloves
instruction guide
Note:
If installing your oasis fireplace on an unstructured
base, please ensure to follow these steps:
• Excavate area approx. 9” below grade
• Excavate approx. 6” larger than your actual
kit dimensions to ensure a stable base.
• Fill with ¾” down limestone and compact
firmly
• Level out ½” of sand and install kit as per the
instruction guide.
• If you are installing on a solid base such as
an existing patio and/or base prep is not
necessary, then you can 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.
4 x 4 quarry stone 4 x 8 quarry stone
8 x 8 quarry stone 8 x 10 roman paver
8 x 12 quarry stone 4 x 5 1/8 quarry stone
8 x 4 1/8 quarry stone 12 x 3 1/2 quarry stone

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arch
back mantle (large)
chimney
(bottom and top)
firebox hood
firebox
front mantle (small)
recess panel
roof plastic and steel shims
fireplace cap (2 pieces)
12 x 3 1/8 quarry stone

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Section A - Fireplace Base & Firebox
1. On your prepared level base, lay out
the first layer as in the diagram.
8 x 12 (21)
4 x 8 (2)
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.
2. Lay out the second layer directly on
top of the first.
8 x 12 (20)
4 x 8 (5)
3. Lay out the third layer directly on top
of the second.
8 x 12 (17)
4 x 8 (1)
8”x12”
4”x8”
8”x12”
4”x8”
8”x12”
4”x8”

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4. Lay out the accent band as indicated
in the image. Glue the accent band in
place where it contacts the quarry
stone behind and below using the
included landscape glue.
8 x 12 accent stone (13)
5. Lay out the fourth layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
Glue this layer down using the
included landscape glue.
8 x 12 (7)
8 x 8 (2)
6. Lay out the 8x10 pavers as indicated
in the image.
8 x 10 paver (4)
8”x12”
8”x 8”

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8”x12”
4” x 4”
8”x12”
8”x8”
4”x8”
4”x4”
Use silicone in
sealing these two
pieces
7. Assemble the firebox and firebox
hood on the 8x10 pavers as indicated
in the diagram. Run a bead of the
included silicone along the outside
seam between the firebox and
firebox hood.
Section B - Opening Surround & Mantle
1. Lay out the first layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
Glue this layer down using the
included landscape glue.
8 x 12 (6)
8 x 8 (2)
4 x 8 (5)
4 x 4 (2)
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.
2. Lay out the second layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
Glue the 4x4 quarry stone down using
the included landscape glue.
8 x 12 (9)
4 x 4 (2)
WARNING: ONLY USE SILICONE
TO SEAL THE FIREBOX HOOD TO
THE FIREBOX AND USE ONLY THE
INCLUDED STEEL SHIMS TO LEVEL
THE FIREBOX IN PLACE.
IMPORTANT: Firebox should sit
level for subsequent steps. Use only
the included steel shims to level the
firebox (not plastic). Use of a spirit
level is also recommended.
Failure to properly level the firebox
and firebox hood may result in
alignment problems in subsequent
steps.

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3. Repeat the patterns from Steps 1&2
of Section B to a height of 5 layers
above the accent band.
4. Lay out the sixth layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
8 x 12 (9)
5. Place the arch into the seventh
layer as indicated in the diagram.
Glue the arch down where it
contacts the quarry stone below
using the included landscape glue.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to hold the arch
in place until the next layer of quarry
stone is set atop of it.

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4”x8”
4”x 5 1/8”
8” x 4 1/8”
12” x 3 1/8”
12”x 3 1/2”
4”x8” 4”x4”
8”x12”
8”x 12”
Note the 1/2 inch gap
on the 12 x 3 1/2” piece.
Use shims to adjust as
necessary.
6. Lay out the seventh layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
8 x 12 (8)
4 x 8 (3)
4 x 5 1/8 (2)
8 x 4 1/8 (2)
12 x 3 1/8 (1)
7. Lay out the eighth layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
Glue this layer down using the
included landscape glue.
8 x 12 (7)
4 x 8 (6)
4 x 4 (3)
12 x 3 1/2 (2)
8. Install the mantle pieces as indicated
in the diagram. Adjust the mantle as
needed to ensure that it is centered
with a 2” overhang at the front.

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Section C – Chimney Surround & Roof
1. 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.
Adjust as needed. Glue this layer
down using the included landscape
glue, except for the recess panel in
case you want an access point to the
chimney.
8 x 12 (4) 4 x 8 (4)
8 x 8 (3) 4 x 4 (2)
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.
2. Lay out the second layer of the wall
surround as indicated in the diagram.
8 x 12 (6)
8 x 8 (2)
4 x 4 (2)
3. Repeat the patterns from Steps
1&2 to a height of 5 layers above
the mantle, checking the layers
remain level. Glue the 5th layer down
using the included landscape glue.
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.
Match distance from
back edge with
quarry stone beneath
the mantle.
4”x4”
8”x12” 8”x8”
8”x12” 8”x8”
4”x4”
4”x8”

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4. Carefully place the roof on the
w all surround, ensuring that the
opening for the chimney is facing
the front and aligned with the
firebox hood opening below it.
IMPORTANT: The roof is 88 kgs. and is
heavy to lift. One recommended install
technique is to use wood 2”x4” studs to
lift spanning the roof widthwise. Lower
the roof down with the 2”x4” studs,
align the roof, and move the wood
studs out 1 at a time.
5. Place the chimney on top of the
firebox hood as indicated.
Apply a generous amount of high
temperature silicone on the
underside of the duct flange (see
close up picture on right). Insert
ducting into firebox hood opening
and ensure a good seal.
The fireplace will look like the image
on the right once the chimney
is installed. Ensure that both the
bottom and top are aligned.
Note that the chimney has a debris
screen that can be removed
for cleaning.
Ensure equal
overhang on all
sides of the roof.
WARNING: USE ONLY
SILICONE IN SECURING THE
CHIMNEY
Place silicone on the
underside of the duct
flange on all 4 sides

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6. Lay out the first layer of the chimney
surround as indicated in the diagram.
Glue this layer down using the
included landscape glue.
4 x 8 (8)
7. Lay out the second layer of the
chimney surround as indicated in the
diagram.
4 x 8 (8)
8. Repeat the patterns from steps 6&7
to a height of 5 layers above the roof,
checking the layers remain level. Glue
the 5th layer down with landscape
glue.
9. 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. Glue this layer down using
the included landscape glue.
Allow 72 hours for glue and silicone to set before first use.
Note: You can use
the recess panel as
an access point to
adjust the chimney if
needed.

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AFTER INSTALLATION:
CURING INSTRUCTIONS:
Upon installation of your new fireplace, there are still small amounts of moisture
needing to work their way out of the firebox and firebox hood. If you immediately
begin to build large fires in your fireplace, you will compromise its 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 firebox 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 firebox floor. Gradually build up from this point to larger
and larger fires for 4-5 days.
Due to thermal expansion and contraction, surface cracks may appear in the firebox or
firebox hood. This is normal, and will not affect the quality of your fireplace.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
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
DRY MEDIUM OR HARD NATURAL FIREWOOD. Using wood that is not dry will cause
the firebox to emit a considerable amount of smoke and could also cause permanent
damage.
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 the fireplace.
WARNING: DO NOT ADD ANY ACCELERANTS OR OTHER NON-
WOOD PRODUCTS FOR FIRING, AS THIS CAN COMPROMISE THE
INTEGRITY OF THE FIREBOX AND FIREBOX HOOD, 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.

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Size of fire should never be bigger than the back of the firebox. DO NOT BUILD THE
FIRE WHERE FLAMES EXIT THE FIREBOX OPENING. See illustration below:
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 chimney, 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 the chimney. Do not use a brush that will scratch the stainless
steel liner of your chimney.
Fire should be limited to
within the firebox, as the
shaded circle shows.

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