BWS BEST WAY STONE Antico User manual

Antico
Fireplace

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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 of property, injury
or death.
3. Read the installation, operation and
maintenance instructions thoroughly
before installing or servicing this
equipment.
4. Best Way Stone 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. Fire brick 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 the final page 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.
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, made up of
firebrick components. Make sure
that no combustible materials are
within range of firebrick
components 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 the 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 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.
FIRE WARNING
Do not use landscape glue to seal the
firebrick and firecap components as
this is a fire hazard. Only use SILICONE
for this purpose. Do not overload wood
into the firebox when in use.
Important: Read prior to installation Antico Fireplace

Base Preparation
If installing your Best Way Stone Antico
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 ¾ inch down limestone and
compact firmly.
· Level out ½ 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.
Note: This manual was updated
May, 2021.
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This kit measures approximately 44" w x 40" d x 78" h
MATERIALS INCLUDED:
12" x 8" Antico Stacker – 110
8" x 8" Antico Stacker –35
4" x 8" Antico Stacker – 37
12" x 8" Antico Stacker (Ultra Black) – 5
8" x 8" Antico Stacker (Ultra Black) – 2
4" x 8" Antico Stacker (Ultra Black) – 2
9" x 4.5" Fire Brick – 45
9" x 2.5" Fire Brick – 9
8" x 4.5" Fire Brick – 4
8" x 2" Fire Brick – 1
Hearth
Mantle 1
Mantle 2 (Front and Back)
Mantle 3 (Front and Back)
Mantle 4
Firecap
Spark Arrestor
Tube of Landscape Glue
High Temperature Silicone
Gloves
Shims
Instruction Guide
OTHER ITEMS NEEDED:
Rubber Mallet
Caulking Gun
Measuring Tape/Ruler
Level
12" x 8"
Antico Stacker
12" x 8"
Antico Stacker
(Ultra Black)
9" x 4.5"
Fire Brick
Spark Arrestor
Mantle 1 Mantle 2
Firecap
Mantle 3 Mantle 4
Hearth
8" x 8"
Antico Stacker
8" x 8"
Antico Stacker
(Ultra Black)
9" x 2.5"
Fire Brick
4" x 8"
Antico Stacker
4" x 8"
Antico Stacker
(Ultra Black)
8" x 4.5"
Fire Brick
8" x 4.5"
Fire Brick
Materials Antico Fireplace

Step 2
A Lay out the second layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 15
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 4
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
Step 1
A Lay down the first layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level at every step.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 14
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 4
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 5
Step 3
A Lay out the third layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 7
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
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12" x 8"
4" x 8"
8" x 8"
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Step 4
A Lay out the fourth layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 6
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 3
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Step 5
A Repeat steps 3 and 4 twice to the height of eight layers.
BCheck that stones are level.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 26
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 8
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 6
Step 6
A Start installing the firebrick surround inside the wall of the
fireplace as indicated by the diagram to create a firebox.
BInstall in this order: bottom first; back;
then left and right sides.
CAffix firebrick pieces to the wall using the included high
temperature silicone. Ensure that both surfaces are dry and
free of debris to allow for optimal adhesion. Run silicone
along each horizontal layer along with the backs of each
individual piece.
USE:
9" x 4.5" Fire Bricks – 45
9" x 2.5" Fire Bricks – 9
8" x 4.5" Fire Bricks – 4
8" x 2" Fire Bricks – 1
1
2
3
Instructions Antico Fireplace

Step 8
A Place the mantle into the ninth layer as indicated
in the diagram.
BGlue the mantle where is contacts the Antico Stacker below
using the included landscape adhesive.
USE:
Mantle
WARNING: Only use silicone when securing the fire brick.
Step 7
A Lay down the ninth layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level at every step.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers (Ultra Black) – 5
8" x 8" Antico stackers (Ultra Black – 2
4" x 8" Antico stackers (Ultra Black – 4
Step 9
A Lay out the tenth layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 8
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
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Instructions Antico Fireplace

Step 11
A Lay down the twelfth layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level at every step.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 6
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 3
Step 10
A Lay down the eleventh layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level at every step.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 8
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
Step 12
A Place and glue the remaining pieces of the firebox.
BDouble check if all the pieces are completely flushed
against the inside wall of the fireplace.
USE:
9" x 4.5" Fire Bricks – 45
9" x 2.5" Fire Bricks – 9
8" x 4.5" Fire Bricks – 4
8" x 2" Fire Bricks – 1
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Glue block
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Step 14
A Apply fire resistant silicone to the tops of the firebrick
as well as to the Antico Stacker supports on the front.
BInstall the Firecap on top of firebrick as indicated
in the diagram.
USE:
Firecap
Step 13
A This shows how the fireplace will look
when all the firebricks installed.
BCheck that stones are level at every step.
Use included shims for adjustments.
WARNING: Only use silicone when securing the fire brick.
Step 15
A Place the spark arrestor at the top of the fireplace
setup as shown.
USE:
Spark Arrestor
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Instructions Antico Fireplace

Step 17
A Lay out the thirteenth layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level.
Use included shims for adjustments.
CGlue this layer down with the included landscape adhesive.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 4
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 4
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
Step 16
A Place the mantle on to the twelfth layer as indicated
in the diagram.
BThis is best done with two people. Adjust the mantle as
needed to ensure that it is centered and has a 2" overhang
on both sides and the front.
USE:
Mantle 2
Step 18
A Lay out the fourteenth layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 6
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
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Instructions Antico Fireplace

Step 20
A Lay out the sixteenth layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 6
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 1
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
Step 19
A Lay out the fifteenth layer as shown in the diagram.
BCheck that stones are level.
Use included shims for adjustments.
USE:
12" x 8" Antico stackers – 4
8" x 8" Antico stackers – 2
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 4
Step 21
A Place the mantle on to the sixteenth layer as indicated
in the diagram.
BThis is best done with two people. Adjust the mantle as
needed to ensure that it is centered and has a 2" overhang
on both sides and the front.
USE:
Mantle 3
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Step 23
A Place the cap on to the Antico Stackers shown
in the diagram.
B This is best done with 2 people. Glue mantle using
included landscape adhesive. Adjust cap to ensure
it is centered with a 2" overhang on front and back,
and 4" overhang on the sides.
USE:
Mantle 4
Step 22
A Place the Antico stackers as shown in the diagram.
BGlue pieces to the mantle using the adhesive provided.
CAllow glue to set 2 hours before installing Mantle 4.
USE:
4" x 8" Antico stackers – 4
Step 24
A Place the Fireplace Hearth on the Antico stackers
as shown in the diagram.
A Glue the cap where it contacts the Antico stackers
below using the included landscape adhesive.
A Adjust hearth to ensure it is centered with a
2" overhang on both sides.
USE:
Fireplace hearth
STOP: Allow 72 hours for glue and silicone to set before first use.
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Instructions Antico Fireplace

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CURING INSTRUCTIONS
Upon installation of your new fireplace,
there are still small amounts of
moisture needing to work their way out
of the firebox. 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 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 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 ELEVATE THE FIRE.
Fire must be built directly on the
fireplace floor.
DO NOT BUILD THE FIRE SO THAT
FLAMES ESCAPE THROUGH THE
FIREBOX OPENING AS SEEN IN
THE RED HIGHLIGHT BELOW.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Make sure that the fireplace is
completely cool before inspecting and
cleaning it.
Cleaning the Fireplace
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 Antico Stackers.
After Installation Antico Fireplace

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