Osburn 1600 User manual

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OWNER`S MANUAL
1600 MODEL INSERT
US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
AGENCY PHASE II CERTIFIED
WOODSTOVES
OREGON DEPARTEMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Verified and tested following
ULC S627 and UL 1482 Standards
Australian standard 2918 : 1990 appendix B
New Zeland standard 7421 : 1985
by:
Intertek Testing Services
Manufactured by : STOVE BUILDER INTERNATIONAL INC..
1700, Léon-Harmel, Québec (Québec) G1N 4R9
Tel : (418 ) 527-3060
Fax : (418 ) 527-4311
www.osburn-mfg.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................. 2
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 3
ASSEMBLY ......................................................................................................................... 4
DOOR ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION................................................................................................................... 7
INSTALLATION................................................................................................................... 7
PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................... 7
CLEARANCES FROM COMBUSTIBLES ........................................................................ 9
SUITABLE FIREPLACE DIMENSIONS ......................................................................... 10
CHIMNEY ...................................................................................................................... 11
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. 12
WOODSTOVE UTILISATION............................................................................................ 17
AVERAGE ENERGY YIELD OF ONE AIR DRIED CORD OF CUT WOOD .................. 17
TESTING YOUR WOOD ............................................................................................... 18
THE FIRST FIRES......................................................................................................... 18
IGNITION....................................................................................................................... 18
HEATING....................................................................................................................... 19
RELOADING.................................................................................................................. 20
CREOSOTE FORMATION AND NEED FOR REMOVAL.............................................. 20
ASH DISPOSAL ............................................................................................................ 21
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................ 22
GLASS...........................................................................................................................22
GASKETING.................................................................................................................. 22
PAINT ............................................................................................................................ 22
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY...................................................................................... 23

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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.
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 this instructions manual for future references.
CAUTIONS:
•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.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Combustible: Wood
Heating Capacity : E.P.A : 42400 BTU/h
63% default efficiency
Heating Capacity : DEQ : 41000 BTU/h
69% efficiency
Emissions EPA: 4.4 g/h
Emissions Australia: 2.4 g/kg
Colors : Metallic Black
Flue Pipe Diameter : 6’’ (152 mm)
Chimney type : 2 100°F (650 °C)
Minimum Vertical Flue Height : 12’ (3,66 m)
Maximum Log Length : 17 1/2’’ (445 mm)
Dimensions
Overall:
W x D x H
24 1/8 x 22 x 21 1/2"
(613 x 559 x 546 mm)
Combustion Chamber :
Width x Depth :
Volume :
W x D
17 3/4 x 10 ’’
(451 x 254 mm)
1.85 pi3(0,052 m3)
Door Opening :
W x H
8 3/8 x 15 3/4’’
(213 x 400 mm)
Weight: 400 lbs ( 182 Kg)
OPTIONS PART NUMBER
Blower OA10505
Blower Australia OA10360
Outside air intake kit OA10500

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ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Operation of your Osburn stove without the baffle may cause unsafe and
hazardous temperature conditions and will void the warranty.
NOTE: Before installing the firebrick, check to ensure that none are broken or damaged in
any way. If so, have the damaged ones replaced. Check the firebrick for damage at least
annually and replace any broken or damaged ones with new ones. Inspection and
cleaning of the chimney is facilitated by the removable baffle.
Install the two thin bricks into either side at the front. The 2.5" x 9" (64x229mm) piece
should be placed at the bottom, placed so that the angled piece of the brick aligns with the
bottom duct. Place the 4.5" x 2.5" (114x64mm) above it and under the brick retainer.
FIGURE 2
To install the baffle, follow these instructions (To remove, follow the reverse of these
instructions):
1- The ceramic insulation should be installed in place before the baffle bricks. Place
the first piece of ceramic insulation up inside the top of the firebox and place one
side over the baffle brick retainer so that the 13.5" (343mm) length goes from front
to back and the 10.5" ( 267mm) length goes from side to side as shown in Figure 2.
The ceramic blanket should lie over the stainless steel tube, over one side of the
brick retainer and rest on the firebrick sides. The second piece of insulation should
be laid on the opposite side of the baffle brick retainer, over the stainless steel tube
and over the firebrick, directly beside the first piece of ceramic insulation without
overlapping as shown in Figure 2.
Caution: As with all fibrous materials, avoid inhaling any airborne fibers.
2- Place the two bricks with the corners cut out of them under the right and left side
brick retainers and over the side bricks. They should fit so that the angled part
slopes down toward the back.

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3- Place the two small 2" x 4 3/8" (51 x 111mm) bricks up into the top front side
spaces below the stainless steel tube.
4- Place the baffle brick retainer up over the back duct and over the stainless steel
tube so that the angled rib is on the top. Move it to the middle under the ceramic
insulation.
5- Angle each of the two rear baffle bricks up to the top right or left and place them so
that they sit crosswise under the ceramic insulation, over the back duct, over the
side bricks, and over the baffle brick retainer. Push them toward the back and
make sure that the insulation over them is flat.
6- In the same way angle each of the two front baffle bricks up to the top front right or
left so that they sit crosswise under the ceramic insulation, over the stainless steel
tube, over the baffle brick retainer, and over the side bricks. Push them toward the
front.
7- Similarly, place the two middle baffle bricks crosswise between the front and rear
baffle bricks. Make sure that the insulation is flat over them. Push them toward the
back so there are no gaps between the bricks.
8- Reach up inside and lift the insulation up slightly while pushing the right, and then
the left, front baffle bricks toward the back.
9- Once all the bricks are in, make sure that the ceramic insulation is flat over and
flush with the front edge of the bricks, and sealed against the firebox wall along the
back and sides. Push all the baffle bricks toward the back and centre - do not allow
the bricks to sit on the angled rib of the baffle brick retainer.
10-Place the included steel insulation weight at the top back centre of the ceramic
insulation. This weight will prevent the insulation from being drawn toward the flue
hole, causing a possible blockage under extreme draft conditions. The metal plate
will be located inside the firebox when the appliance is packaged.

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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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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.
•USE SMOKE DETECTORS IN THE ROOM WHERE YOUR STOVE IS INSTALLED.
•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.
•AWOOD 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.
•DO NOT INSTALL IN A SLEEPING ROOM.
PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
MASONRY & ZERO CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
The masonry fireplace must meet the minimum code requirements, or NFPA 21,1 or
the equivalent for a safe installation. Contact your local Building Inspector for
requirements in your area. An inspection of the fireplace should include the following:
1. CONDITION OF THE FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY: Examine the masonry
fireplace and chimney prior to installation, to determine that they are free from
cracks, loose mortar, creosote deposits, blockage, or other signs of deterioration. If
evidence of deterioration is noted, the fireplace or chimney should be upgraded
prior to installation.
2. ZERO CLEARANCE OR METAL HEATFORM FIREPLACE: These fireplaces and
chimneys must meet the conditions above, and the factory built zero clearance
fireplace must be listed. They must be suitable for use with solid fuel. The chimney
must be of at least 1" (25 mm) larger in diameter to accommodate a required
continuous stainless steel liner running from the flue collar to the top of the chimney
termination.

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Only readily detachable parts that are easily replaced, such as damper parts,
screens, doors, and side and back refractory panels, are to be removed from the
fireplace. These parts must be stored nearby and available for retrofit if the insert is
ever removed. Removal of any parts which render the fireplace unfit for use with
solid fuel requires the fireplace to be permanently labelled by the installer as being
no longer suitable for solid fuel until the removed parts are replaced and the
fireplace is restored to its original certified condition.
3. HEARTH EXTENSION: Verify that there is a non-combustible hearth extending at
least 16" (406mm) in front of the fireplace and at least 8" (203mm) to the side of the
fireplace for a fireplace having an opening less than 6ft2 (0.55m2); or a non-
combustible hearth extending at least 20" (508mm) in front and at least 12"
(305mm) to the sides for a fireplace having an opening of 6ft2 (0.55 m2 ) or larger.
Fireplaces without this hearth extension will not meet the minimum requirements,
and will require additional protection.
4. CHIMNEY CAPS: Mesh type chimney caps must have provision for regular
cleaning, or the mesh should be removed to eliminate the potential of plugging.
5. LINER: The chimney must have an acceptable masonry liner suitable for solid fuel,
otherwise a continuous stainless steel liner must be installed.
6. ADJACENT COMBUSTIBLES: The fireplace should be inspected to make sure
that there is adequate clearance to combustibles, both exposed combustibles to the
top, side, and front as well as concealed combustibles, in the chimney and mantle
area. Your local inspector should have information on whether older fireplaces are
of adequate construction.
7. OPENING SIZE: Refer to “Suitable Fireplace Dimensions” for suitable size
fireplace openings.

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CLEARANCES FROM COMBUSTIBLES
Sidewall 16” (405mm)
Sidefacing 10” (255 mm)
From Insert Body
Top Facing Height 35.5” (902 mm)
Mantle 42” (1070 mm)
From Hearth Expansion
•Install only on a non-combustible hearth raised 3" (75mm) above the floor, unless the
floor is protected by a UL listed “Hearth Shield” floor protector, in which case the
hearth can be level with the floor. In all cases, any combustible flooring within 18"
(457mm) to the front of the body of the unit must be protected by non-combustible
material.
•The flue pipe must not go through roof trussing, an attic, a wardrobe, a floor, a
combustible partition, or similar spaces.
•A flue pipe crossing a combustible wall must have a minimum clearance of 18".
•To reduce flue pipe clearances from combustible materials, contact your local safety
department.