Instructions / Assembly
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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: (Log size by model)
• FC1500 – 20 inch maximum log length
• FC1700 – 26 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 efciency 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