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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.

Summary of Contents for oasis

Page 1: ...oasis fireplace stone oasis collection assembly operation and maintenance guide...

Page 2: ...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 CLOTH...

Page 3: ...urs 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 MATER...

Page 4: ...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 ensu...

Page 5: ...irebricks 2 1 2 x 6 x 4 1 2 2 1 2 x 9 x 4 1 2 2 1 2 x 3 1 2 x 4 1 2 2 1 2 x 1 5 x 9 2 1 2 x 4 x 4 1 2 spark arrestor To help protect your chimney from snow and rain an optional fireplace rain cap not...

Page 6: ...PORTANT 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 firs...

Page 7: ...x 12 7 8 x 8 2 6 Lay out the following firebricks as indicated Using a mallet ensure the outer quarry stone fits tightly around the firebrick 2 x9 x4 firebrick 18 2 x4 1 2 x4 firebrick 4 2 x1 1 2 x9...

Page 8: ...cond 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 IMPORTANT Periodic checks must be made to ensure that the...

Page 9: ...mallet tap quarry stone to tightly fit against firebrick 2 x9 x4 firebrick 8 2 x3 x4 firebrick 2 5 Repeat patterns from steps 1 4 of section B to a height of 5 layers 6 Lay out the sixth layer of the...

Page 10: ...h 8 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 2 2 8 x 4 1 2 2 12 x 3 1 2 1 NOTE Fill in any large gaps between the quarry stone above the arch...

Page 11: ...2 2 x4 x4 firebrick 1 NOTE The gap at the top between the firebrick and mantle is normal This allows for space to remove and replace the firebrick s if needed 12 Install the mantle pieces as indicated...

Page 12: ...shims to adjust as necessary Fill any large gaps between the quarry stone with the included silicone 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...

Page 13: ...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...

Page 14: ...neath Glue fireplace cap in place with the included landscape glue 14 AFTER INSTALLATION CURING INSTRUCTIONS Upon installation of your new fireplace there are still small amounts of moisture needing t...

Page 15: ...of the fireplace to fill in any gaps between the quarry stones Fire should be limited to the interior of the fireplace as the shaded circle shows Due to thermal expansion and contraction surface crac...

Page 16: ...T 778 689 7670 or 1 800 461 2278 F 604 949 0321 vancouver barkmanconcrete com A C A N A D I A N FAMILY OWNE D C O M P A N Y SINCE 1948 BARKMAN CONCRETE LIMITED Steinbach Office 152 Brandt Street Stein...

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