Shelter Furnace SF3048, User Manual

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Wood Storage and Care:
KEEP WOOD COVERED AT ALL TIMES. This cannot be over-emphasized. Wood stored/stacked, uncovered, exposed to rain and snow
has a higher moisture content, causing the formation of creosote, excess smoke, and it takes longer to ignite and produces poorer fires
with lower sustained BTU output. Unseasoned wood ends up costing more in time trying to achieve and maintain proper temperatures
in the firebox, while using more wood with less heat output. Covering the woodpile will keep it dry and offer you the hottest fires with the
greatest BTU output. If you store the wood near your furnace, be sure to maintain proper clearance from the furnace to prevent a fire
hazard. DRY WOOD WILL PRODUCE HOTTER FIRES AND INCREASE BTU OUTPUT.
IMPORTANT: FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT OR CUSTOMER SERVICE ISSUES,
DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE, CALL SHELTER FURNACE AT 1-800-875-
4788.
The Initial Firing:
Do NOT connect the furnace to your ductwork at this time. Build a small fire – DO NOT fill the firebox to full capacity during the initial
firing. Your new furnace has a protective coating of oil or paint on the surface, which could produce smoke or odors during the initial firing
and will burn off. Allow adequate ventilation during this initial, break-in firing to let any odors escape. This initial firing also allows the
metals to cure. After successfully completing the initial firing, you are ready to attach the hot air duct and cold air return to complete your
installation. See diagram below.
A Typical Installation
Warm Air
Cold Air