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SHELTER OUTDOOR FURNACE MANUAL
MODEL: SF3042
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations! You have selected the finest quality outdoor wood and coal burning furnace, manufactured with pride in the
USA. Please take a few moments to carefully read the owner’s manual. By taking the time to familiarize yourself with your
new Shelter Furnace, you will be able to look forward to years of trouble-free, dependable service.
Installation:
• First, check local codes. The installation must comply with all local rulings and requirements.
• This furnace is an outdoor hot air furnace and must not be altered in any way.
• This furnace requires a back-up electric generator, 2000 watts minimum, in case of power failure.
• Always have a properly installed and functioning smoke detector installed in your home.
• To prevent accidental injury, do not allow anyone who is unfamiliar with the furnace to operate it.
• Spend time familiarizing yourself with your Shelter Furnace, especially the different settings and the effect they have
on burn patterns. It is impossible to predict how each setting will affect your furnace, due to variations in
conditions, fuels, and temperatures.
• When making plans to install your outdoor furnace, the first thing you need to think about is the placement of the
unit. Although you can install the SF3042 up to 30 feet from the home, a much shorter distance is recommended
to provide better airflow. The furnace has been tested for clearance of 31 inches from the home; this would give
maximum airflow and provide the highest efficiency.
Transportation Damage
Every effort has been made to ensure that your Shelter Furnace will arrive in perfect condition. Any visible damage should be
noted on the freight bill at the time of delivery. If upon unpacking your furnace, you find damage has occurred during transit,
notify your supplier immediately. Your supplier will advise you what actions must be taken to correct the problem.
Disclaimer Notice
The listed BTU rating of your new Shelter Furnace was obtained using laboratory calculations. The actual BTU output you
experience may vary somewhat depending on the type, condition, and moisture content of the fuel used, damper adjustment,
chimney type and other variables. Therefore, the manufacturer disclaims any guarantee as to the BTU output or capacity of
your furnace. Shelter Furnace disclaims any responsibility for the following: installation of a furnace that has been altered
or modified in any way; installation of the furnace other than as instructed in this manual; installation and or use of any
component or part not approved by Shelter Furnace for use on this furnace. Be sure to complete and return your warranty
card within 30 days of purchase in order to receive warranty coverage on your furnace.
Manufacturer’s Notice
Please be advised that periodic changes are made to improve the furnaces. Therefore the information in this manual may not
be completely applicable to your Shelter Furnace. Please refer to markings on the appliance for additional information.
THIS IS A WOOD AND COAL BURNING FURNACE ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE
ALTERED IN ANY WAY.
