Osburn 2300 User manual

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OWNER`S MANUAL
OSBURN 2300 WOODSTOVE
US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED
WOODSTOVES
Verified and/or tested following
ULC S627 and UL 1482 Standards by:
Manufactured by : STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC.
250, De Copenhague Street, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures (Quebec) G3A 2H3
Tel : (418 ) 527-3060 Fax : [phone]
www.osburn-mfg.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................3
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................4
ASSEMBLY.............................................................................................................................................5
LEGS ASSEMBLY...............................................................................................................................5
PEDESTAL ASSEMBLY.....................................................................................................................6
ASH DRAWER ASSEMBLY ..............................................................................................................7
SIDE PANELS ASSEMBLY................................................................................................................7
DOOR ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................................................8
DOOR OVERLAY ASSEMBLY .........................................................................................................9
BLOWER ASSEMBLY........................................................................................................................9
INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................10
POSITIONING THE STOVE.............................................................................................................10
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES AND FLOOR PROTECTOR..............................................11
FLOOR PROTECTOR...............................................................................................................................13
REDUCED CLEARANCES USING SHIELDING..............................................................................................13
CHIMNEY..........................................................................................................................................18
CHIMNEY CONNECTOR (STOVE PIPE) .......................................................................................19
TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS............................................................................................................21
OUTSIDE COMBUSTION AIR.........................................................................................................25
WOODSTOVE UTILISATION ..........................................................................................................26
AVERAGE YIELD OF ONE AIR DRIED CORD OF CUT WOOD .................................................26
TESTING YOUR WOOD...................................................................................................................27
THE FIRST FIRES .............................................................................................................................27
IGNITION...........................................................................................................................................27
HEATING...........................................................................................................................................28
RELOADING .....................................................................................................................................29
USE OF THE BYPASS DAMPER .....................................................................................................30
CREOSOTE FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL .............................................................31
ASH DISPOSAL.................................................................................................................................31
FAN (BLOWER) OPERATION.........................................................................................................32
MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................32
GLASS................................................................................................................................................32
GASKETING......................................................................................................................................33
PAINT.................................................................................................................................................33
CHIMNEY..........................................................................................................................................33
BRICK LAYOUT...............................................................................................................................34
OSBURN LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY ...............................................................................35
REGISTER YOU WARRANTY ONLINE
To receive full warranty coverage, you will need to show evidence of
the date you purchased your stove. Keep your sales invoice. We also
recommend that you register your warranty online at
http://www.osburn-mfg.com/warranty-registration.aspx
Registering your warranty online will help us track rapidly the
information we need on your stove.

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INTRODUCTION
SBI INC., one of the most important wood stove and fireplace manufacturers in Canada,
congratulates you on your purchase and wishes to help you get maximum satisfaction from
your wood stove. In the pages that follow, we will give you advice on wood heating and
controlled combustion as well as technical specifications regarding installation, operation and
maintenance of the model you have chosen.
The instructions pertaining to the installation of your wood stove comply with ULC-S627 and
UL-1482 standards.
We recommend that our wood burning hearth products be installed and serviced by
professionals who are certified in the United States by NFI (National Fireplace Institute®) or
in Canada by WETT (Wood Energy Technical Training) or in Quebec by APC (Association
des Professionnels du Chauffage).
Read this entire manual before you install and use your new stove. If this stove is not
properly installed, a house fire may result. To reduce the risk of fire, follow the
installation instructions. Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage,
bodily injury, or even death.
Consult your municipal building department or fire officials about restrictions and
installations requirements in your area and the need to obtain a permit.
Keep these instructions manual for future references.
CAUTIONS:
THE INFORMATION GIVEN ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL AFFIXED TO THE APPLIANCE ALWAYS
OVERRIDES THE INFORMATION PUBLISHED,IN ANY OTHER MEDIA (OWNER’S MANUAL,CATALOGUES,
FLYERS,MAGAZINES AND/OR WEB SITES).
HOT WHILE IN OPERATION.KEEP CHILDREN,CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY.CONTACT MAY
CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
DO NOT USE CHEMICALS OR FLUIDS TO IGNITE THE FIRE.
DO NOT LEAVE THE STOVE UNATTENDED WHEN THE DOOR IS SLIGHTLY OPENED.
DO NOT BURN WASTES,FLAMMABLE FLUID SUCH AS GASOLINE,NAPHTHA OR MOTOR OIL.
DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
ALWAYS CLOSE THE DOOR AFTER THE IGNITION.LEAVING DOOR OPEN CAN CAUSE SMOKE SPILLAGE
AND FLAMES TO COME OUT OF THE STOVE AND CREATE SAFETY HAZARD.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Combustible: Wood
Recommended Surface 500 to 2 300 ft
2
(46 to 214 m2)
Heating Capacity* : E.P.A :
Seasoned cordwood:
30 800 BTU/h
(9.02 kW)
85 000BTU/h
(24.91kW)
Optimum efficiency : 75 %
Emissions: 5.7 g/h
Colors : Flat Black
Flue Pipe Diameter : 6’’ (152 mm)
Chimney type: Maximum :
Continuous: 2,100°F (1150°C)
1,200°F (650°C)
Minimum Chimney Height : 12’ (3,66 m)
Maximum Log Length : 19 1/2’’ (495 mm)
Dimensions
Overall:
Legs:
Pedestal:
W x D x H
24 1/2 x 34 7/8 x 31 "
(622 x 886 x 788 mm)
24 1/4 x 34 7/8 x 31 5/8 "
(616 x 886 x 803 mm)
Combustion Chamber :
Width x Depth :
Volume :
W x D
18 1/2 x 20 5/8 "
(470 x 524 mm)
3.150 cu. ft. (0,089 m3)
Door Opening :
All Models :
W x H
15 ½ x 10 5/8’’
(394 x 270 mm)
Pyroceram Glass Door :
All Models :
W x H
15 1/4 " x 10 7/8 "
(387 x 276 mm)
Weight:
388 lbs ( 176 Kg)
OPTIONS PART NUMBER
Thermodisc All Models: AC05530
Outside air intake kit All Models: AC02080
*Why is the BTU indicated on the EPA label smaller than the one advertised?
You will notice a difference between the btu output as indicated on the unit’s white epa label affixed to the glass and the btu as
advertised on our web site and/or product literature. the maximum btu output we advertise for this unit is what will be obtained with a
full load of seasoned cordwood inserted inside the firebox. the epa output, on the other hand, is what has been obtained during emissions
testing. the epa test procedure requires that a special type of wood be used and positioned inside the firebox in a manner that does not
represent the way the firebox volume would normally be utilized using seasoned cordwood. the epa test load is typically much smaller.
hence, the btu as per the epa label is reduced. the btu output that should be considered by a normal user is the one we advertise for
seasoned cordwood.

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ASSEMBLY
The Osburn 2300 can be installed on legs or on pedestal. If you chose the model on legs, follow the
steps of section A below. If you chose the model on pedestal, follow the steps of section B on the
following page.
LEGS ASSEMBLY
In order to install the legs on your Osburn 2300 wood stove, follow these steps:
1- Put the stove on its back.
2- Remove the two freight supports (A). Keep the bolts and washers. You will need them for step
4.
3- Secure the legs to the legs supports using two screws already installed on the legs supports.
There are two screws per leg. Secure them using the bolts and washers supplied with the legs.
4- Secure the two legs supports to the stove using two bolts and washers per support.
2 3
4

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PEDESTAL ASSEMBLY
In order to install the pedestal on your Osburn 2300 wood stove, follow these steps:
1- Put the stove on its back.
2- Remove the two freight supports (A). Keep the bolts and washers.
3- Secure the pedestal to the stove using the 4 screws already installed, and the bolts and washers
kept from step 2. There are 4 places where the pedestal should be secured.

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ASH DRAWER ASSEMBLY
Refer to the drawings below for the ash drawer assembly.
For the Osburn 2300 on pedestal, all you need to do is insert the ash drawer. You will notice that two
screws, as shown below, are used to stop the ash drawer under the firebox.
For the Osburn 2300 on legs, all you need to do is insert the ash drawer.
SIDE PANELS ASSEMBLY
1. Start by fixing the front part of the decorative side in the two clips welded on the sides of the
fire box.
2. Then, fix the back of the decorative side with two screws and washers supplied. Line up the
decorative side parallel to the side of the appliance.
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DOOR ADJUSTMENT
In order for your stove to operate properly, the door should be adjusted periodically to provide
an air tight fit. To adjust:
Remove the lock pin (spring pin) by pulling and turning it using pliers ("wise grip")
Turn the handle counter clock wise one turn to increase pressure
Re-install the lock pin (spring pin) with a small hammer
Figure 1: Door Adjustment

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DOOR OVERLAY ASSEMBLY
Your Osburn 2300 must be equipped with a door overlay. In order to install it, secure it to the door
using 4 screws (screws #8 – 32 x 5/8’’ pan quadrex, supplied with the owner’s manual) as shown
below.
BLOWER ASSEMBLY
Your Osburn 2300 comes with a blower. The blower assembly is the same for the version on pedestal
and for the version on legs. All you need to do is secure the blower to the back of the stove using 4
screws (screws #10 x ½’’ type ‘’a’’ pan quadrex black, supplied with the owner’s manual).

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INSTALLATION
SAFETY NOTICE
IF THIS STOVE IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED,A HOUSE FIRE MAY RESULT.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE,FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT
IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,BODILY INJURY,OR EVEN DEATH.
CONSULT YOUR MUNICIPAL BUILDING DEPARTMENT OR FIRE OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND
INSTALLATIONS REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA.
HAVE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION AND USE SMOKE DETECTORS IN THE ROOM
WHERE YOUR STOVE IS INSTALLED.THEY CAN SOMETIMES BE ACTIVATED BY SMALL AND NORMAL
WISPS OF SMOKE THAT CAN COME OUT OF THE STOVE AT THE IGNITION OR REFUELING.FOR THIS
REASON DO NOT PUT THEM DIRECTLY OVER THE UNIT OR WITHIN ONLY A FEW FEET FROM THE
STOVE.
KEEP FURNITURE AND DRAPES WELL AWAY FROM THE STOVE.
NEVER USE GASOLINE,GASOLINE-TYPE LANTERN FUEL,KEROSENE,CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUID,OR
SIMILAR LIQUIDS TO START OR "FRESHEN UP"A FIRE.KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUIDS WELL AWAY FROM
THE STOVE.
IN THE EVENT OF A CHIMNEY FIRE,PUSH THE AIR CONTROL FULL CLOSED TO DEPRIVE THE FIRE OF
OXYGEN.CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT OR SYSTEM.
ASOURCE OF FRESH AIR INTO THE ROOM OR SPACE HEATED SHALL BE PROVIDED WHEN REQUIRED.
DO NOT USE COMPONENTS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL.
POSITIONING THE STOVE
It is very important to position the wood stove as close as possible to the chimney, and in an
area that will favour the most efficient heat distribution possible throughout the house. The
stove must therefore be installed in the room where the most time is spent, and in the most
spacious room possible. Recall that wood stoves produce radiating heat, the heat we feel
when we are close to a wood stove. A wood stove also functions by convection, that is
through the displacement of hot air accelerated upwards and its replacement with cooler air.
If necessary, the hot air distribution from the stove may be facilitated by the installation of a
blower.
The wood stove must not be hooked up to a hot air distribution system since an
excessive accumulation of heat may occur.
A wood stove must never be installed in a hallway or near a staircase, since it may
block the way in case of fire or fall to respect required clearances.
This heating unit must serve as a supplementary heat source. An alternative heat source should be
available in the home if needed. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for additional heating costs
associated with the use of an alternative heat source.
It is highly recommended that the user buys this product from a retailer who can provide installation
and maintenance advices.

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CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES AND FLOOR PROTECTOR
To install your appliance correctly, it is extremely important to respect all clearances to any
combustibles as indicated on your stove’s certification label.
Clearances to combustible materials
(see figure 1.3 to match each letter to a clearance)
CLEARANCES (SINGLE WALL PIPE)
CANADA USA
A 15’’ (385 mm) 6’’ (155 mm)
B 12’’ (305 mm) 12’’ (305 mm)
C 9’’ (230 mm) 9’’ (230 mm)
D 18’’ (460 mm) 10’’ (255 mm)
E 21’’ (535 mm) 21’’ (535 mm)
F 18’’ (460 mm) 18’’ (460 mm)
K 48’’ (1220 mm) 48’’ (1220 mm)
L 84’’ (213 cm) 84’’ (213 cm)
CLEARANCES (DOUBLE WALL PIPE)
CANADA USA
A 6’’ (155 mm) 6’’ (155 mm)
B 12’’ (305 mm) 12’’ (305 mm)
C 9’’ (230 mm) 9’’ (230 mm)
D 10’’ (255 mm) 10’’ (255 mm)
E 21’’ (535 mm) 21’’ (535 mm)
F 18’’ (460 mm) 18’’ (460 mm)
K 48’’ (1220 mm) 48’’ (1220 mm)
L 84’’ (213 cm) 84’’ (213 cm)

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FIGURE 1.3 Clearances to combustible materials and floor protection

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FLOOR PROTECTOR
If the stove is to be installed on top of a combustible floor, it must be guarded by a non
combustible material as shown on figure 1.3 (see the dotted line area).
FLOOR PROTECTOR*
CANADA USA
G 8’’ (203 mm) – Note 1 N/A (Canada only)
H 8’’ (203 mm) N/A (Canada only)
I 18’’ (457 mm)
From door opening 16’’ (406 mm) From door opening
J N/A (USA only) 8’’ (203 mm)
M 8’’ (203 mm) N/A (Canada only)
N N/A (USA only) Note 2
*Steel with a minimum thickness of 0.015’’ (0.38 mm) or ceramic tiles sealed together with
grout. No protection is required if the unit is installed on a non-combustible floor (ex:
concrete).
Note 1 : The floor protection at the back of the stove is limited to the stove’s required
clearance if such clearance is smaller than 8 inches (203 mm).
Note 2 : Only required under the horizontal section of the connector. Must exceed each
side of the connector by at least 2 inches (51 mm).
REDUCED CLEARANCES USING SHIELDING
You may decrease the clearances by installing heat radiation shields between the walls or
the ceiling and the stove. These heat radiation shields must be installed permanently, and
can include sheet metal, a rigid non-combustible sheet or a masonry wall.

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Clearances of not less than 1" (25 mm) and not more than 3" (76 mm) between the bottom of
the shield and the floor and not less than 3" (76 mm) between the top of the shield and the
ceiling must be respected to allow vertical air circulation behind the shield. The shield must
extend 20" (500 mm) above the stove top and 18" (450mm) to each side of the stove (see
graphic 1).
Following the installation of such a heat radiation shield, the clearances mentioned on the
stove certification plate may be reduced as stated in the following table.
TYPE OF PROTECTION
Reducing Clearances
With Shielding
Sides and
Rear/Back Top
Sheet metal, a minimum of 0,024" (0,61mm) spaced out
at least 1" (25mm) by non-combustible spacers
(see graphic 2). 67% 50%
Ceramic tiles, or an equivalent non-combustible material
on fire-proof supports spaced out at least 1" (25 mm) by
non-combustible spacers (see graphic 3). 50% 33%
Ceramic tiles, or an equivalent non-combustible material
on fire-proof supports with a minimum of 0,024" (0,61
mm) sheet metal backing spaced out at least 1" (25 mm)
by non-combustible spacers (see graphic 4)
67% 50%
Brick spaced out at least 1" (25 mm) by non-combustible
spacers (see graphic 5) 50% N/A
Brick with a minimum of 0,024" (0,61 mm) sheet metal
backing spaced out at least 1" (25 mm) by non-
combustible spacers (see graphic 6). 67% N/A

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Graphic 1
A- Minimum clearance required between the appliance and an unshielded combustible ceiling.
B- 20 in. (500 mm) minimum;
C- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
D- Between 1 in. and 3 in. (25 mm and 75 mm);
E- 3 in.(75 mm) minimum;
F- 18 in. (457 mm) minimum.
1- Shielding;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
3- Ceiling protector;
4- Combustible wall;
5- Ceiling;
6- Appliance (side view);
7- Appliance (top view).

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Graphic 2
A- 1 in.(25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
4- 0.024’’ (0.61mm) sheet metal.
Graphic 3
A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
3- Non-combustible support;
5- Ceramic tile or non-combustible material.
Graphic 4
A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacer;
3- 0.024’’ (0.61 mm) thick sheet metal;
4- Non-combustible support;
5- Ceramic tile or non-combustible material.

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Graphic 5
A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
3- Brick.
Graphique 6
A- 1 in. (25 mm) minimum;
1- Combustible wall;
2- Non-combustible spacers;
3- 0.024’’ (0.61 mm) thick sheet metal;
4- Brick.

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CHIMNEY
Your wood stove may be hooked up with a factory built or masonry chimney. If you are using
a factory built chimney, it must comply with UL 103 or ULC S629 standards; therefore it must
be a Type HT (2100°F). It is extremely important that it be installed according to the
manufacturer's specifications.
If you are using a masonry chimney, it is important that it be built in compliance with the
specifications of the National Building Code. It must be lined with fire clay bricks, metal or
clay tiles sealed together with fire cement. (Round flues are the most efficient).
The interior diameter of the chimney flue must be identical to the stove smoke exhaust. A
flue which is too small may cause draught problems, while a large flue favours rapid cooling
of the gas, and hence the build-up of creosote and the risk of chimney fires. Note that it is
the chimney and not the stove which creates the draught effect; your stove's performance is
directly dependent on an adequate draught from your chimney.
The following recommendations may be useful for the installation of your chimney:
1. Do not connect this unit to a chimney flue serving another appliance.
2. It must rise above the roof at least 3' (0.9 mm) from the uppermost point of contact.
3. The chimney must exceed any part of the building or other obstruction within a 10'
(3.04 m) distance by a height of 2' (0.6 m).
4. Installation of an interior chimney is always preferable to an exterior chimney.
Indeed, the interior chimney will, by definition, be hotter than an exterior chimney,
being heated up by the ambient air in the house. Therefore the gas which
circulates will cool more slowly, thus reducing the build-up of creosote and the risk
of chimney fires.
5. The draught caused by the tendency for hot air to rise will be increased with an
interior chimney.
6. Using a fire screen at the extremity of the chimney requires regular inspection in
order to insure that it is not obstructed thus blocking the draught, and it should be
cleaned when necessary.
7. Follow pipe manufacturer’s instruction to maintain an effective vapour barrier
where chimney or other component penetrates to the exterior of the structure.
WARNING
CHIMNEY AND CHIMNEY CONNECTOR MUST BE GOOD CONDITION AND KEPT CLEAN.
CHIMNEY MUST BE REMOVED TO ALLOW TRANSPORTATION OF A MOBILE HOME.

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CHIMNEY CONNECTOR (STOVE PIPE)
Your chimney connector (commonly called stove pipe) and chimney must have the same diameter as
the stove’s exhaust outlet. The stove pipe must be made of aluminized or cold roll steel with a
minimum 24-gauge thickness (0.021" or 0.53 mm). It is strictly forbidden to use galvanized steel.
The following recommendations may be useful for the installation of your chimney connector:
Your chimney connector should be assembled in such a way that the male end (crimped) faces
down to prevent creosote dripping outside the joints. Attach each of the sections to one another
with three equidistant metal screws. Also use three equidistant metal screws to attach the
connector to the stove’s exhaust collar. See Figure 2.3 (A) and Figure 2.3 (B).
The pipe must be short and straight. All sections installed horizontally must slope at least ¼
inch per foot, with the upper end of the section toward the chimney. See Figure 2.3 (B).
To insure a good draft, the total horizontal length of the connector should never exceed 8' to 10'
(2.4 to 3.04 m). In the case of vertical installation, the total length of the connector can be
much longer and connected without problem to the chimney at the ceiling level.
There should never be more than two 90 degrees elbows in the whole connector and chimney
system. Never start with a 90oelbow. Always go up vertically for at least 2 feet from the flue
spigot before using a 90oelbow.
The connector must not pass through any combustible material, nor may it pass through a
concealed space (such as an attic, roof space, or closet). If passing through a wall, ceiling, or
into a masonry chimney, use either chimney components listed for that specific use, or means
acceptable to local authorities having jurisdiction over the installation.
In case of excessive draft that might result in over-firing of the stove, the installation of elbows
totalising no more than 180° (ex.: 2 x 30° elbows, 2 x 45° elbows or 2 x 90° elbows) can be
installed to help reduce excessive draft. If the addition of elbows is not sufficient, a manual
damper can be installed in the vertical flue pipe.
FIGURE 2.3 (A) Connecting Sections

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FIGURE 2.3 (B) Minimum Slope
Avoid 90 degree eblows We recommend that you use
two 45 degree elbows instead