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Forum 43 Outdoor Linear Electric Fireplace installed in Entertainment Area with Driftwood Log Set
    by Simplifire Authorized Dealer

    Simplifire Forum 43" Outdoor Linear Electric Fireplace

    SKU SF-OD43
    What's Included?

    Here's what ships in the box and what you'll choose above before checkout. Not sure what you need? Call us at (410) 324-6322 and our team will spec the right setup.

    ✓ Included Standard
    The SF-OD43 Forum firebox with UV-resistant driftwood logs, black embers, clear crystal media, self-trimming front, GFCI power cord, and multi-function remote (2 AAA)
    🔧 Options
    Above the Cart (select from dropdown)
    Log Set: ShadowGlo Natural Birch Logs, ShadowGlo Alpine Timber Logs, or No Thanks
    Below the Cart (select from optional accessories section)
    Forum Drain Pan
    ⚠️ Required to Complete Installation
    A GFCI-protected 120V circuit at the opening (plug the attached cord in, or hardwire)
    A framed exterior wall or bump-out with sealed joints and a drainage path per the manual
    $2,259.00 - $2,568.00
    $2,259.00
    $2,259.00 - $2,568.00
    $2,259.00

    Optional Accessories

    Simplifire Forum 43" Outdoor Linear Electric Fireplace Drain Pan

    Optional Drain Pan for SF-OD43

    $179.00

    About This Product

    The SF-OD43 from SimpliFire

    The SimpliFire Forum 43" (SF-OD43) is an indoor/outdoor linear electric fireplace with a 43-3/4" W x 15-3/8" H view: UV-resistant driftwood logs over black embers and clear crystal media, four flame colors, and 13 ember-bed colors. It produces no heat, so it runs on a covered patio in any season, and its weather-resistant components and attached GFCI cord are built for the outdoors. from $2,259.

    Choose it for a covered patio, porch, or three-season room where you want the look of a fire without the heat — built to shed weather and run on a GFCI circuit.

    It is not a heater — the Forum makes no heat at all — and it is not waterproof: it must be installed in a framed, sealed wall with a drainage path, not left fully exposed to standing water.

    Specifications

    The SF-OD43 frames into a 18-1/2" H x 46-1/4" W x 9" D opening with zero clearance to combustibles on all sides. It draws just 36 W on a 120V GFCI circuit, and excess water drains through weep holes in the base — build a drain path, or add the optional drain pan.

    How the SF-OD43 compares

    The Forum comes in 43" and 55" (from $2,579). Same weatherproof build and no-heat flame — size it to your wall.

    Features

    • A 43-3/4" W x 15-3/8" H view with UV-resistant driftwood logs, black embers, and clear crystal media built for the outdoors
    • Flame effect only, so it runs in spring, summer, or fall without adding heat to a covered patio
    • Four flame colors and 13 ember-bed colors from push buttons or the included remote
    • Weather-resistant components with a GFCI power cord; installs into a framed exterior wall with a built-in drainage path
    • Built-in for a frameless look or recessed with the included self-trimming front

    Answers to common questions

    Can the Forum go outside?

    Yes — it's designed for indoor/outdoor use with weather-resistant components and UV-resistant logs. It installs into a framed exterior wall or bump-out with sealed joints and a drainage path, and runs on a GFCI circuit. It sheds moderate water but isn't waterproof, so it shouldn't sit fully exposed.

    Does it put out any heat?

    No. The Forum is a flame-only appliance — 36 W, no heater — so it looks like a fire without warming a covered patio. That's by design for outdoor and three-season spaces.

    How does it handle rain and drainage?

    Excess water drains through weep holes in the base. The builder provides a path for that water to exit the structure; an optional drain pan (SF-OD**-DP) can be added for extra protection. All joints must be sealed during installation.

    What’s included, what’s required, and what’s optional?
    • Included in the box: The SF-OD43 Forum firebox with UV-resistant driftwood logs, black embers, clear crystal media, self-trimming front, GFCI power cord, and multi-function remote (2 AAA).
    • Required to complete the installation, purchased separately: A GFCI-protected 120V circuit at the opening (plug the attached cord in, or hardwire); A framed exterior wall or bump-out with sealed joints and a drainage path per the manual.
    • Optional: A matching drain pan and ShadowGlo birch or timber log sets are available — the Forum runs complete without them.
    Does buying online affect my SimpliFire warranty?

    No. The Torch Guys is an authorized SimpliFire dealer, so your full Hearth & Home Technologies Limited Warranty applies — glass and electrical components covered per the warranty table. And we handle it for you: from registering your warranty to filing any claim directly with SimpliFire, so you're never chasing paperwork.

    • Model SF-OD43
    • Brand SimpliFire
    • Series SimpliFire Forum — 43"
    • Fuel Type Electric
    • Electric Heat Output No heat — flame effect only
    • Electrical 120V, 36 W, 0.5 A, 60 Hz (GFCI cord or hardwire)
    • Unit Width 43"
    • Framing Width 46-1/4"
    • Framing Height 18-1/2"
    • Framing Depth 9"
    • Viewing Area 43-3/4" W x 15-3/8" H
    • Clearance (Top) 0"
    • Clearance (Sides) 0"
    • Clearance (Back) 0"
    • Warranty HHT Limited Warranty (glass & electrical components per the warranty table)

    Shipping & Returns

    Free curbside freight delivery on every order over $399. Inspect the shipment before signing and note any damage on the delivery receipt — freight damage claims must be reported within 5 business days. Most items can be returned within 30 days of delivery as long as the product hasn't been installed, is in the same condition you received it, and all original packaging is intact. Return shipping and the original outbound freight cost are deducted from the refund, and a manufacturer restocking fee may apply. Custom and made-to-order products are final sale. Cancellations are free any time before shipment (custom orders excepted). Threshold and white-glove delivery upgrades are available — ask our team.

    Full shipping policy · Full return policy · Questions? Call (410) 324-6322 — when you call, we answer.

    Warranty

    In the unlikely event your product experiences a defect, our technical team will guide you through the manufacturer’s warranty process. Here is a general outline of what to expect.

    Due to the technical nature of our products, the manufacturer must perform troubleshooting to process a warranty claim. Your installer will need to troubleshoot the problem on-site while working in tandem with our technical team. If troubleshooting leads to what The Torch Guys deems as a defective part, we will submit a warranty claim to the manufacturer on your behalf. Before we submit the claim, we will ask you to review the terms and confirm your consent to proceed.

    Once the claim is submitted, the manufacturer will review it and either approve or deny it. If they have all the information and accept the claim, your warranty replacement part(s) will begin processing for shipment. If, for any reason, the claim is denied or we need more information, we will notify you as soon as possible.

    All warranties are processed as exchanges. You can expect to receive a prepaid return label for the defective part(s), which must be returned within 30 days of receiving the warranty replacement(s).

    Warranty claims can take anywhere from 1-4 weeks to process, depending on the season. Given the length of time claims can take, we recommend you fire up your unit in late summer/early fall to ensure your existing fireplace is in good working order for the winter season.

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