Shelter Furnace SF1000 User manual

SHELTER FURNACE
WOOD BURNING
INDOOR FURNACE
MODEL: SF1000
Manufactured by:
Shelter Furnace
10950 Linpage Place
Saint Louis, MO 63132
1-800-875-4788
MADE IN USA
Revision II
June 2017
Certied to
UL391 (Sept. 2010)
CSA B366.1 (2014)
Contains
Proper Burn
Pratices!

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PROPER BURN PRACTICES
FOR MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY AND SAFETY!
• The chimney is one of the most important elements of the furnace. If the chimney is not
connected properly and installed according to manufacturer’s specication and national
and local codes, the unit is not safe and will not burn eciently. Lack of proper chimney
installation will cause unit to produce more smoke and less heat output. See Pages 7-9 of
this manual to ensure proper installation.
• Proper use of all electrical components is essential: For instance, the wall thermostat
must be hooked up to the furnace and the draft blower must be in operation at all times.
This will increase furnace eciency and produce more heat output.
• Wood that is properly cut and stored to dry will produce more BTUs and higher heat
output than wood that has a higher moisture content. Wood with higher moisture
content will create creosote in the chimney and cause ue res.
• There should be no alteration of the Shelter Furnace in any way, as this will void the
UL391 listing and aect the operation of the furnace. This will also void the warranty of
the unit.
• Shelter Furnace makes two types of units, indoor as well as outdoor furnaces. The indoor
units are manufactured and tested for indoor applications only. They are not meant to
go outside the house but must be placed indoors in a basement or utility room. Any
indoor unit placed outside the home in a shed or building will void warranty, violate the
safety listing, and will not produce the maximum eciency possible with this unit. For
outdoor applications please use unit SF4200.
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SHELTER INDOOR FURNACE MANUAL
MODEL: SF1000
EPA Certied to the Warm Air Furnace NSPS requirements, for sale May 2017 through May 2020.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations! You have selected the nest quality wood burning indoor 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 rules and requirements.
Furnace installation is to be performed by a qualied installer. This furnace must not be installed in trailers or mobile homes.
Always have a properly installed and functioning smoke detector 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 effects 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.
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 Shelter Furnace you nd damage has occurred during
transit, notify your supplier immediately. Your supplier will advise you what actions must be taken to address the problem.
Disclaimer Notice:
The listed BTU rating for 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 factors. Therefore, the manufacturer disclaims any guarantee as to the BTU output
or capacity. Shelter Furnace disclaims any responsibility for the following: installation of a furnace that has been altered
or modied 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 with this furnace. Be sure to complete and return your warranty
card within 30 days of purchase in order to activate warranty coverage on your furnace.
Manufacturer’s Notice:
Please be advised that we periodically make changes to improve our products, 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 BURNING FURNACE ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE ALTERED
IN ANY WAY.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Information 5
Location and Installation 6
Assembly of Unit
Blower and Housing 7
Filter Box 8
Chimney Types and Recommendations 9
Duct Runs 11
General Operation
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Types of Wood to Use
First Fire
Loading Wood
Disposal of Ashes
Draft Blower
Creosote Formation
Creosote Prevention
Chimney Fire Warning
Power Failure 15
Furnace Diagram with Parts List 17
Blower Motor Assembly Diagram 18
Wiring Diagram 19
Troubleshooting 20
Warranty Information 25
DOUBLE CHECK TO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE RECEIVED ALL OF THE
REQUIRED COMPONENTS. IF YOU FIND THAT THERE IS A PART MISSING,
CALL 1-800-875-4788 FOR FASTEST SERVICE, PLEASE DO NOT GO BACK TO
THE STORE. STORE DOES NOT HAVE REPLACEMENT PARTS.
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General Information
The Shelter EPA-Approved Furnace has been engineered to accommodate the heating requirements of the average sized
home, even during winter’s coldest months. It is constructed with high grade, heavy gauge steel and is continuously welded
to assure the highest structural strength. In addition, the firebox is lined with insulated stainless steel panels to ensure many
years of energy efficient service. The design of the secondary combustion chamber increases fuel efficiency by creating a
“secondary burn” of smoke and wood gases before they are vented up the chimney. The cast iron doors are custom fitted to
provide an airtight seal, greatly extending the burn time and ensuring maximum efficiency in fuel consumption. The heavy-
gauge cast iron grate, designed for maximum heat transfer, allows for convenient ash removal and reduced maintenance.
For total comfort and convenience, a thermostatically controlled draft and circulation blower system is included. These fully
automatic components furnish rapid heat disbursement throughout your home, minimizing recovery time when the wall
thermostat demands heat.
All of these features are standard, offering you the most efficient, durable and affordable indoor wood burning furnace.
Efficiency was determined using the higher heating value of the fuel per B415.1-10 testing requirements. Dry seasoned wood
will develop greater BTU output. A well-insulated dwelling will always lead to better results and overall improved fuel usage
efficiency.
Your Shelter Furnace is designed to be either a supplemental or central heating source for your home. This wood burning
furnace may be installed in parallel with a properly operating electric, gas or oil-fired central furnace, listed or certified in
accordance with a nationally recognized safety standard, and within clearances specified on the nameplate. When in a
parallel installation the static pressure of the central furnace plenum may not exceed 0.15 water column inches and the
maximum setting on central furnace limit switch is 182°F. With the Shelter Furnace in an “Interconnection Arrangement” your
furnace should be upstream of the central furnace. The Shelter Furnace warm air supply should never be connected to return
air for the central furnace. A qualified installer should perform the installation. This wood heater needs periodic inspection and
repair for proper operation. It is against federal regulations to operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating
instructions in this manual.
IMPORTANT: FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT OR CUSTOMER SERVICE
ISSUES, DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE (THE STORE DOES NOT
HAVE
REPLACEMENT PARTS), CALL 1-800-875-4788.
Forced Hot Air Circulation:
The plenum size of your Shelter Furnace must not be reduced to less than 100 square inches, and must provide a minimum
of 18 inches between the top of your Shelter Furnace and the main trunk connection. The plenum attached to the furnace
must be constructed of metal. The warm air supply duct system should be constructed of materials with a minimum
temperature rating of 250° Fahrenheit.
Clearances:
Unit must be placed on a non-combustible floor. This floor must extend at least 16 inches in front, 8 inches on either side of
fuel loading and ash removal doors, underneath the chimney connector and must extend 2 inches on either side of the
chimney connector. The furnace must maintain the following clearances to combustibles:
• Heat plenum = 2 inches
• Chimney connector = 18 inches
• Front = 48 inches
• Rear = 12 inches
• Sides = 6 inches
• Main furnace = 12 inches
These are minimum clearances and should be strictly followed. In the case of a power outage, a dangerous level of heat
accumulation may develop. Do not store fuel or other combustible materials within installation clearances.
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Location and Installation
NOTE: Before beginning installation, consult proper local authorities regarding local codes governing all such applications and
installations.
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE. Your furnace must be placed on a non-
combustible oor. Position the furnace as close to the chimney as possible. Air for combustion must be provided into the room where the
furnace is located. Allow air free access to the furnace for combustion and ventilation.
Garage installs are not recommended due to National re codes. Consult with your local code and insurance company.
When installing an indoor furnace, the heat plenum coming off the top of the appliance can only go up or horizontal to connect into the
main supply duct. Never run the plenum down as this will create a heat buildup in the furnace causing the blower to short cycle and
damage the blower motor and will not be covered under warranty. This is not a down draft furance and not to be installed as one. If you
do not have a basement and the plenum cannot be put in the ceiling, then we recommend our outdoor Shelter Furnace.
RECOMMENDATION: Purchase Chimfex™ Dry Chemical Chimney Fire Extinguisher. These are readily available at most stove shops
and hardware stores. Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide monitors should be installed on all levels of your home. Having a re
extinguisher in the furnace room or area is strongly recommended.
RETURN AIR DUCT
SUPPLY DUCT
BACK DRAFT
DAMPERS
OPEN/CLOSE RETURN DAMPERS
3 PLACES
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Assembly of Unit
Please review the parts list and diagrams contained on pages 16 of this manual.
DOUBLE CHECK TO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE RECEIVED ALL THE REQUIRED
COMPONENTS. IF YOU FIND THAT THERE IS A PART MISSING, CALL
1-800-875-4788 FOR FASTEST SERVICE, PLEASE DO NOT GO BACK TO THE
STORE. STORE DOES NOT CARRY REPLACEMENT PARTS.
NOTE: For your convenience your Shelter Furnace has been factory assembled and the electrical control assembly pre-wired.
1. Fasten the right and left side angle brackets to the circulation blower using (4) ¼ - 20 bolts and nuts. Line up the blower with the pre-
drilled holes on the backside of the furnace, rmly attach with the screws provided.
2. Attach blower to the left and right mounting brackets.
1/4-20 Bolt
Four Places
1/4-20 Nut
Angle Bracket
1/4 - 20 Nut
1/4 - 20 Bolt
Angle Bracket
Mounting Screw
Blower Assembly
Blower Assembly
Mounting Screw
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3. Assemble the following parts using 6 #8 sheet metal screws. Both “B” panels should fit inside of “A” panel flanges. Attach “A” (bottom
panel) to side panels.. After the bottom and sides are assembled, attach ”A” (top panel) using 6 #8 sheet metal screws provided.
4. Position the assembled lter box on rear of furnace, supporting it rmly up to electrical enclosure, covering the rear distribution blower.
Make sure the lter box is tightly pressed to the back of the furnace. Use 4 1/4” bolts (included) to rmly attach the lter box to sides of
furnace.
Filter
Box
1/4”
Bolts
)
Panel A
Panel B
Panel C
Panel A
#8 Sheet Metal Screw
The filter box requires one 20” x 20” x 1” filter (not included, but available
at most hardware and home centers).
See diagram for proper installation filter box. With the connection of the
thermostat, chimney pipe and ductwork, your furnace installation is
complete.
Inspect your filter regularly and replace the filter every 30 days during
heating season for maximum efficiency.
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9. Plug motor into the back of the electrical control
center.
10. Connect the thermostat wire (not included) to the two (2)
posts located on the side of the control center. For
convenience, you might consider locating the wall
thermostat next to your existing thermostat in your
home. The thermostat MUST be installed for the
furnace to operate.
11. Plug the 3 pronged grounded plug into a grounded
electrical outlet.
Chimney Types and Recommendations
See Diagram on page 8.
Safety requirements demand that your Shelter Furnace be connected to “Class A” HT2100 All Fuel, or stainless-lined masonry chimney
ONLY.
By definition, “Class A” refers to either a lined masonry chimney or all fuel factory-built chimney. Although experts have expressed
differing opinions as to which system is the best, it is a matter of what you find most suitable. Regardless of your choice of chimney
type, for models SF1000, a minimum 6-inch diameter chimney is needed. In order to create the most effective draft, the chimney size
should not exceed 12 inches, with a maximum .08 water column inches of draft. The flue draft can be measured with the use of a draft
gage or manometer. If there is more than .08 water column inches of draft, it can be adjusted with the installation of a flue damper. The
stovepipe required to connect the furnace to the chimney should be a minimum of 24 gauge black or stainless steel. NEVER USE
GALVANIZED PIPE. Horizontal run should not exceed 5 feet and should have a minimum rise of 2 inches per foot. No installation
should have more than 2 elbows, a 45° elbow is recommended over a 90° elbow.
As a safety precaution, all pipe selections should be fastened together with a minimum of 3 sheet metal screws. For your convenience,
the crimped male ends of the pipe should point toward the furnace to form drip-free connections, thereby reducing the possibility of
creosote leakage from the joints. Installing a non-UL-listed heat reclaimer in the pipe is not recommended because it reduces the stack
temperature thus causing creosote formation. Installing a manually operated cast iron damper in the stovepipe between the furnace and
the chimney pipe is recommended. The addition of a damper will greatly assist in regulating the fire and achieving optimum results.
Always install a tee with clean-out cap to the chimney outlet on the back of the furnace. This allows for easier cleaning of the chimney
system. Never use a 90° elbow off the back of the furnace.
When using a masonry chimney, you must line the chimney with a stainless steel liner. The stainless steel liner will keep the chimney
temperature hotter for better draw and significantly reduce the creosote formation in the chimney. If using this method, a 6-inch
stainless liner should be used for models SF1000.
5. Mount the forced draft blower with 3 ¼-20 x 3/4 inch bolts (provided).
Attach with 3- 1/4-20 x 3/4" Bolts (provided)
6. Attach Fan limit with 3 #8 screws in pre-drilled holes.
7. Mount the electrical control center with 4 #8 screws (provided)
8. Secure the flex conduit to the side of the furnace using the
brackets with two (2) screws provided.
DETAIL
B
SCALE
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B
Fan Limit Control:
To install, remove cover,
attach with three (3) #8 sheet
metal screws and replace
cover.
Thermostat Terminals
Attach the two wall
thermostat wires to the
terminals shown.
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For the best draw
the chimney
termination should
be at least 2 feet
above the highest
point of the roof
that is within a 10
foot radius of the
chimney.
The termination cap
should be designed to
inhibit down-drafting
without restricting the
exhaust discharge.
When using a brick chimney, you must line the entire chimney with
stainless steel liner. The liner must be 6" for the SF1000.
The diameter of the chimney stack should be consistent throughout the
length of the chimney.
The chimney size should be at least as large as the exhaust stack on
the furnace, but not more than twice its size.
The chimney stack should have a built-in
airtight clean out.
WARNING: Do not operate with clean out
uncapped.
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WARNING- RISK OF FIRE:
• Do not operate with ue draft exceeding .08 water column inches (19.9 Pa).
• Do not operate with fuel loading or ash removal doors open.
• Do not store fuel or other combustible materials within marked installation clearances.
• Inspect and clean ues and chimney regularly.
DANGER: Risk of Fire and Explosion. Do not burn garbage, gasoline, naphtha, engine oil, or other ammable liquids/inappropriate
materials.
WARNING:
• NEVER use galvanized pipe in your chimney connection, it produces poisonous gases when subjected to extreme
temperatures.
• USE only lined masonry or manufactured Class “A” HT2100 All Fuel Chimney for your furnace.
• INSPECT chimney system periodically for structural integrity.
• CLEAN the chimney system regularly to prevent creosote accumulation.
• NEVER leave the ash pan in your furnace during operation.
• DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
Duct Runs
Ductwork should be designed so the external static pressure on high speed does not exceed .02 water column inches while developing
air velocities of 450 - 600 feet per minute at the registers. The heat outlet area should never be less than two 8-inch round pipes or
100 square inches. The furnace can be installed with a cold air return system, or the return air can be drawn from the basement. If the
return air is drawn from the basement, you will have to install 3 “open and close” air register vents in the return air duct connected to your
existing furnace; the air will take the path of least resistance without using ductwork to connect the two together. The return air system
should be a minimum of 10% larger than the heat outlet to readily transfer the cold air back to the furnace. Avoid using 90° elbows in
duct runs; 45° elbows provide better airow and less resistance. CAUTION: The warm air supply outlet of the supplementary furnace
should not be connected to the cold air return inlet of the central furnace, because a possibility exists for components to overheat and
cause the central furnace to operate other than intended.
Canadian Requirements for Supplemental/Add-On Furnaces
• DO NOT USE DUCT ELBOWS HAVING AN INSIDE RADIUS OF LESS THAN 6 inches (150mm) ON OIL,
ELECTRIC, OR GAS FURNACES.
• DO NOT CONNECT TO A DOWNFLOW FURNACE.
• DO NOT CONNECT DUCTWORK SO THAT A REVERSE FLOW IS POSSIBLE.
• OPERATE THE GAS/OIL/ELECTRIC/ FURNACE PERIODICALLY TO ENSURE THAT IT WILL OPERATE
SATISFACTORILY WHEN NEEDED.
• CERTIFIED FOR INSTALLATION WITH APPROPRIATE DUCTWORK CONFIGURATIONS ONLY.
• DO NOT RELOCATE OR BYPASS ANY OF THE SAFETY CONTROLS IN THE ORIGINAL GAS/OIL/ELECTRIC
FURNACE INSTALLATION.
• DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY GAS FURNACE THAT HAS NOT BEEN CERTIFIED INITIALLY AS COMPLYING
WITH CAN/CGA-2.3.
• THE OPERATION OF THE GAS FURNACE MUST BE VERIFIED FOR ACCEPTABLE OPERATION BEFORE AND AFTER
INSTALLATION OF THE ADD-ON APPLIANCE BY A GAS FITTER WHO IS RECOGNIZED BY THE
REGULATORY AUTHORITY.
• DO NOT CONNECT TO ANY GAS FURNACE THAT IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN AIR-CIRCULATION BLOWER,
OR TO A CHIMNEY OR VENT SERVICING A GAS FURNACE OR GAS APPLIANCE.
The add-on unit should only be installed on a furnace duct system and chimney that are in good operating condition.
If exhaust fans are installed in the storage area they should not create negative pressures in the room where the solid fuel-burning
appliance is located.
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On a belt-driven system, blower and motor pulleys may be changed but the electrical current owing through the motor cannot exceed
the nameplate rating. On a direct-drive system, the motor should not be changed, however, the speed of the motor may be increased.
The blower cannot be changed. This equipment should be installed, acceptable to regulatory authority, by experienced licensed
personnel.
Establish a routine for the storage of fuel, care of the appliance, and ring techniques.
Check daily for creosote build-up until experience shows how often cleaning is necessary.
Be aware that the hotter the re, the less creosote is deposited, and that weekly cleaning may be necessary in mild weather, even though
monthly cleaning may be enough in the coldest months. A small intense re is preferable to a large smoldering re to reduce the amount
of creosote deposition.
The installation should comply with requirements of CAN/CSA-B365, and changes to the installation should comply with CSA-B139 (for
oil-red), C22.1 (for electric), or CAN/CGA-B149.1 or CAN/CGA-B149.2 (for gas-red).
IMPORTANT: FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT OR CUSTOMER SERVICE
ISSUES, DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE (THE STORE DOES NOT HAVE
REPLACEMENT PARTS), CALL 1-800-875-4788.
BURN WOOD ONLY!
General Operation
Types of Wood to Use:
We advise using only dry, seasoned hardwoods in your Shelter Furnace rather than high resin woods such as pine. Firewood
should be cut at least one full season prior to the time of its intended use, for optimum heat output. Firewood should be
stacked to provide a free ow of air between the logs, thus allowing more rapid seasoning of the wood. If wood is stored
outdoors, it should be completely covered year round to protect it from moisture and exposure to the elements.
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS: FC1000 – 20 inch maximum log length
Follow instructions included with the moisture meter that was supplied with this unit to make sure that you are using seasoned wood to
achieve the cleanest burn and highest efciency possible. When using the moisture meter, in addition to following the manufacturer’s
instructions, look for readings under 30% moisture content. Also seasoned wood will be noticeably lighter weight than green wood,
generally has darker ends with cracks or splits visible.
Use extreme caution when opening the door during operation, temperatures can exceed 300°F. Wait at least 10 seconds after releasing
the latch, and then proceed to the fully open position. Opening the door in this manner is designed to eliminate the possibility of gaseous
ignition. Heat resistant gloves are recommended when opening the fuel door, emptying the ash pan.
CAUTION: HOT SURFACES. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. DO NOT TOUCH DURING OPERATION.
This wood heater needs periodic inspection and repair for proper operation. If you observe excessive smoke, check to be sure you are
burning properly seasoned cordwood and that there are no gaps in the gaskets on the door of the unit. When it becomes necessary to
replace the gaskets:
•Order part number FCGSKT58 (fuel door) and/or FCGSKT12 (ash door)
•Remove old gasket
•Install new gasket in gasket channel of door
•Cut off excess gasket, ensure that there is no gap where the ends of the gasket material meet
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CAUTION:
• INSPECT FLUE PIPES, JOINTS AND SEALS REGULARLY TO ENSURE THAT SMOKE AND FLUE GASES ARE
NOT DRAWING INTO, AND ARE NOT BEING CIRCULATED BY THE AIR-CIRCULATION SYSTEM.
• CLEANING OF THE HEAT EXCHANGER, FLUE PIPE, CHIMNEY AND DRAFT INDUCER (IF USED), IS
ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT AT THE END OF THE HEATING SEASON TO MINIMIZE CORROSION DURING THE
SUMMER MONTHS CAUSED BY THE ACCUMULATED ASH.
• Never use chemicals or gasoline to start or maintain your re.
• Do not burn oil, garbage, trash, plastic, or any fuel other than wood in your furnace. Doing so will void the
warranty.
•DO NOT leave the ash pan inside your furnace during operation.
WARNING: – RISK OF FIRE
• DO NOT operate with ue draft exceeding .08 water column inches (19.9 Pa).
• DO NOT store fuel or other combustible materials within marked installation clearances.
• Inspect and clean ues and chimney regularly.
• DO NOT operate your furnace with the fuel or ash doors open.
WARNING: NEVER fuel your furnace with wet, unseasoned wood or wood that has been exposed to a recent rainfall. Burning
wood with high moisture content will cause a rapid accumulation of hazardous creosote, which has been proven to be the
most common cause ofue res. NEVER burn plastics, any wood product containing glue, or wood treated with chemical
preservatives in your furnace. The combustion of these substances may release harmful, toxic gases.
Do Not Burn:
• Garbage;
• Lawn clippings or yard waste;
• Materials containing rubber, including tires;
• Materials containing plastic;
• Waste petroleum products, paints or paint thinners, or asphalt products;
• Materials containing asbestos;
• Construction or demolition debris;
• Railroad ties or pressure-treated wood;
• Manure or animal remains;
• Salt water driftwood or other previously salt water saturated materials;
• Unseasoned wood; or
• Paper products, cardboard, plywood, or particleboard. The prohibition against burning these materials does not
prohibit the use of re starters made from paper, cardboard, saw dust, wax and similar substances for the purpose of
starting a re in a wood heater.
Burning prohibited materials may result in release of toxic fumes or render the heater ineffective and cause smoke.
DANGER: RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION – do not burn garbage, gasoline, naphtha, engine oil, or other ammable liquids/inappropriate
materials.
Supplemental Outside Combustion air may be necessary if:
• The solid-fuel-red appliance does not draw steadily, smells, experiences smoke rollout, burns poorly, or back-drafts
whether or not there is combustion present. Opening a window slightly on a calm day may alleviate these symptoms.
• The house is equipped with a well-sealed vapor barrier and tight tting windows, and/or has any powered devices
which exhaust house air.
• There is excessive condensation on windows in the winter.
• A ventilation system is installed in the house.
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BURN WOOD ONLY!
First Fire:
Set the wall thermostat to 90°F.
Place several crumpled newspapers on the grate with some dry kindling layered on top of the papers, then ignite the
newspaper. When the kindling is burning, add several small pieces of wood, allow wood to fully ignite. After about 20 minutes
the re should be established, allowing you to add more wood – do not overload which would smother the re. Add more wood
slowly, so the ames have time to engulf the fresh wood. Once the re is burning and there is a glowing ember bed, set the wall
thermostat to the desired home temperature.
Do not over-re the furnace. Over-ring by overloading/over fueling the furnace causes the metal to superheat and expand, then cool
rapidly, which causes cracking, therefore voiding the warranty. Over-ring or abuse can easily be determined upon inspection.
It will take about 40 minutes to establish a bed of hot embers. Once you have achieved the hot ember bed, add larger pieces of
rewood. Finally adjust the wall thermostat. Ash pan must remain out of furnace during operation.
NOTE: Your new Shelter Furnace is capable of producing a very high BTU output. Do not fuel your furnace to capacity upon initial ring.
It’s recommended that you become thoroughly familiar with your Fire Chief Furnace before operating at full capacity.
The new steel and metal components of the furnace have a protective coating or paint on the surface which could produce an odor during
the break in period. Adequate ventilation within the home and furnace room or area is recommended during the initial ring and break in
period to accommodate this possibility. Your new Shelter Furnace is classied as having airtight construction. This type of design should
enable you to experience an average burn time between 8 and 12 hours per full load of fuel (dry, seasoned hardwood). However,
abnormally cold weather may reduce the burn time somewhat, but if your burn cycle is signicantly less, for instance, 2 to 4 hours, you
are over-ring your furnace. This type of occurrence is usually symptomatic of heat demands in excess of furnace capacity. Contact an
authorized professional to determine if your Shelter Furnace has been improperly sized for your home. The heat output range, according
to B415.1-10 testing, is 25,000 to 75,000 BTUs per hour.
Loading Wood:
When opening the fuel door during operation, always wait 10 seconds after releasing the rst latch, then open the door the rest of
the way. The dual latch system has been incorporated as a safety feature, designed to eliminate the possibility of gaseous ignition.
Laboratory testing has determined that when incomplete combustion occurs the partially spent fuel sometimes concentrates large
amounts of potentially hazardous gases within the re chamber. If the door is opened suddenly under these conditions, the oxygen may
combine with these gases and cause ignition referred to as “back ash.” Use EXTREME CAUTION when opening the fuel door.
When reloading the furnace, spread embers evenly over the grate. Place smaller pieces of wood on the hot embers and layer larger
pieces on top of them. Finally, due to the wide variety of temperature ranges during the winter, you may experience periods when
it is not necessary to fully load the re chamber in order to maintain an overnight burn. Your Shelter Furnace will operate at the
highest efciency by adding fuel in amounts needed to maintain comfortable temperatures in your home.
BURN WOOD ONLY!
Disposal of Ashes:
Heat resistant gloves are recommended. In order to remove ashes from your Shelter Furnace, open the ash door and slide the ash
pan to the rear of the furnace. Remove the ash pan from the furnace and dump the ashes into a metal container with a tight tting lid.
The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible oor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials,
pending nal disposal. If the ashes are disposed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed
metal container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
The ash pan must be removed from your Shelter Furnace during operation. This precautionary measure is recommended
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because if the ash pan is allowed to remain inside the furnace during operation, it will become dangerously hot to touch, block
the ow of air under the grates and reduce the efciency of the furnace.
Remove the ashes from your Shelter Furnace at least once a day, or as often as necessary to ensure the ashes do not
accumulate to the height of the grates. If ash build-up occurs at grate level, it will cause premature failure of the grate system, voiding
the warranty on the grates. Unacceptably high temperatures will result because the ashes have restricted the ow of cooling air beneath
the grates. This ow of air was designed to not only cool the grates, but to also provide warmed air for better combustion. If the ash
level is improperly maintained the rebox will be starved of combustion air, greatly reducing the efciency and heat output of
your Shelter Furnace.
CAUTION: HOT SURFACES. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. DO NOT TOUCH DURING OPERATION.
IMPORTANT: FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT OR CUSTOMER SERVICE
ISSUES, DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE (THE STORE DOES NOT HAVE
REPLACEMENT PARTS), CALL 1-800-875-4788.
Draft Blower:
The draft blower plays an important role in the operation of your Shelter Furnace. When the wall thermostat calls for heat, the draft motor
turns on and supplies fresh air into the rebox producing a hotter re, which in turns provides more heat in the heat chamber. The heat
is then sent through the duct system throughout your home. When the wall thermostat temperature is met, the draft blower shuts off until
the thermostat calls for heat, beginning the cycle again. The draft blower has a slide cover located on the side of the motor that is factory
preset, with an opening of approximately 3/8”. The cover should be fully closed only when there is a power failure and electricity is
lost. With the cover closed, no air is introduced into the rebox, then the re dies, preventing the furnace from possible overheating and
damage.
Creosote Formation and Need for Removal:
When wood is burned slowly, it produces compounds in exhaust smoke which combine with expelled moisture to form
creosote. The creosote vapors condense in the relatively cooled chimney ue of a slow burning re. As a result, creosote
residue accumulates on the ue lining. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely dangerous re in the chimney. The chimney
connector and the chimney should be inspected at least twice monthly during the heating season to determine if a creosote build-up has
occurred. If creosote has accumulated it should be removed to reduce risk of a chimney re.
Creosote Prevention:
To help reduce the formation of creosote within the ue, ALWAYS BURN DRY, SEASONED WOOD. Dry wood burns hotter,
allowing ue gases to maintain temperatures above 212°F which should reduce the quantity of creosote in the chimney. If the
ue gas temperature falls below 212°F, condensation occurs causing creosote formation and accumulation within the chimney.
As an added precaution, periodic chimney inspections are recommended during the heating season to determine if creosote formation
has occurred. For safety and efciency, it is recommended that the chimney system be inspected and cleaned prior to each heating
season.
Chimney Fire Warning:
In the event of a chimney re, take the following actions immediately:
• Activate and toss a Chimfex™ Dry Chemical Chimney Fire Extinguisher into the rebox.
• Close the ash door, fuel door and slide cover on the draft motor.
• Alert entire household and prepare to evacuate if necessary.
• Call your local re department.
Power Failure:
In case of power failure, to prevent your Shelter Furnace from over-heating and causing damage to the electrical components, do NOT
add more fuel to the rebox.
There is no warranty on electrical components damaged due to power failure.
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NOTE: OVER-FIRING OR DELIBERATE ABUSE CAN EASILY BE DETERMINED UPON INSPECTION AND WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY.
This wood heater has a manufacturer-set minimum low burn rate that must not be altered. It is against federal regulations to alter this
setting or otherwise operate this wood heater in a manner inconsistent with operating instructions in this manual.
Always keep your wood covered year round. Dry wood will produce a higher BTU output and a longer burn time. Refer to the
nameplate on furnace for additional information.
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE
• Do not operate with the ue draft exceeding .08 water column inches (19.9 Pa).
• Do not operate with fuel loading or ash removal doors open.
• Do not store fuel or other combustible material within marked installation clearances.
• Inspect and clean ues and chimney regularly.
• Door seals should be checked annually to make sure that a good seal will ensure complete combustion and high efciency.
THIS IS A WOOD BURNING FURNACE ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE ALTERED
IN ANY WAY.
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Furnace Diagram
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
4
12
-5a
-5b
PARTS LIST
ITEM QTY PART DESCRIPTION SF1000 PART NUMBER
1 1 ASH DOOR ASSEMBLY FCE-ADA
2 1 FUEL DOOR ASSEMBLY FCE-FDA
3 1 FURNACE SHELL FC10SHELL
4 2 SIDE PANEL ASSEMBLY FCE-10SP
5 1 BLOWER ASSEMBLY FC3SPMOTOR
5a (1) BLOWER MOTOR FCDD037P
5b (1) BLOWER HOUSING FCBH
6 1 FILTER BOX BOTTOM WAF-FBB
7 2 FILTER BOX SIDE WAF-10FBS
8 2 FILTER BOX TOP & BOTTOM WAF-10FBT
9 1 TOP PANEL FCE-10TP
10 2 STARTER COLLAR SNGCLR8
11 1 GRATE WAF-10G
12 1 ASH PAN WAF-10AP
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Blower Motor Assembly Diagram
PARTS LIST
DESCRIPTIONQTY
ITEM
BLOWER WHEEL11
BLOWER HOUSING
1
2
MOTOR CAPACITOR13
BLOWER MOTOR
14
2
1
2
3
PARTS LIST
DESCRIPTIONQTY
ITEM
BLOWER WHEEL11
BLOWER HOUSING
1
2
MOTOR CAPACITOR13
BLOWER MOTOR
14
2
1
2
3
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Wiring Diagram
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1
2
2
A A
B B
FAN LIMIT CONTROL
WALL
THERMOSTAT
120V AC/24V AC
TRANSFORMER
RELAY
DRAFT BLOWER
MOTOR
BLOWER
MOTOR
120V AC
P
OWER SUPPLY
WHITE
BLACK
GREEN BLACK WHITE
RED
RED
RED
YELLOW
BLACK
ORANGE
WIRING DIAGRAM
INDOOR FURNACE
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12
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