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Planning the Location to Install the Outdoor Furnace

APPLIES TO: All Models
When selecting a suitable location for your outdoor furnace, carefully consider each of the following:
  • Must be installed in accordance to all applicable codes and regulations.
  • Check with your insurance company to see if they have any location requirements.
  • Consider prevailing winds and the direction smoke will travel.
  • The shorter the distance between the outdoor furnace and building(s) being heated, the lower the cost will be for the installation of the hot supply and return water lines, and ThermoPEX insulation.
  • Be sure to maintain the required clearances to combustibles and recommended maintenance clearances.
  • ThermoPEX pre-insulated piping is recommended for all installations. Other types of insulated pipe configurations may result in high heat loss and increased wood consumption.
  • If the ground at the location is unstable or subject to frost heaving, consider installing 2" (5 cm) closed-cell insulation under the front portion of the concrete slab the outdoor furnace will be installed on, and under the area around the slab used for walking. Your Owner's Manual has more information about foundations and foundation dimensions.
  • If installing an LP tank (for an optional gas-fired wood ignition system, for example), carefully consider the location of, and the distance to, the LP tank. Refer to your Owner's Manual for more information.

NOTE: Objects like buildings and trees in close proximity or nearby terrain (e.g., hills, valleys, etc.) can adversely affect air flow in the chimney. Adding chimney sections may overcome these factors.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
A qualified installer must perform the installation of this supplementary outdoor furnace and must determine how to install it to be compatible with the existing heating source.

Click on one of the following links to download a Furnace and Foundation Base Dimensions illustration:

  • Classic Edge HDX - PDF
  • Classic and Pallet Burner - PDF
  • Maxim - PDF

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Warning

These procedures should be performed by a qualified individual and in accordance with any and all federal, state/provincial and local codes and regulations. When performing work on an appliance, observe all precautions in the literature, tags and labels attached to the appliance and other safety precautions that may apply. When working with electricity and electrical components, failure to follow precautions could result in property damage, personal injury or death.

WARNING indicates the presence of a hazard which can cause severe personal injury or death to an operator or bystander, or substantial property damage if ignored.

Do not proceed without testing the power is disconnected. Make sure the power cannot be reconnected while working with electrical components.

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