Frontgate 98910L User manual

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Installer: Leave these instructions with consumer.
Consumer: Keep these instructions for future reference.
WARNING: If the information in this
manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
zDo not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
zWHAT TO DO IFYOU SMELL GAS.
zDo not try to light any appliance.
zDo not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
zImmediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
zIf you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
zInstallation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency or the gas
supplier.
Questions, Problems, Missing Parts? Before
returning to your retailer, call our customer service
department at 1-800-537-8484, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
EAST, Monday – Friday.
CSA Model: 98910L
Printed in China
WARNING: Improper installation,
Adjustment alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Read the installation, operating
and maintenance instructions thoroughly before
installing or servicing this equipment.
WARNING: For Outdoor Use Only
FOR USE WITH 20LB. PROPANE
CYLINDER WITH TYPE 1 CONNRCTION
(NOT SUPPLIED) OR FOR USE WITH
NATURAL GAS AFTER CONVERSION
KIT (SUPPLIED) IS INSTALLED.
WARNING: Do Not Burn Wood or any other
materials in this firepit.
WARNING:
USE FACTORYAPPROVED REPLACEMENT
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ONLY.USE OF
UNAPPROVED PART OR ACCESSORIES CAN
VOID THE WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT
AND RESULT IN A HAZARDOUS
CONDITION.PLEASE CONTACT US FOR
INFORMATION REGARDING REPLACEMNT
HOSES, THERMOCOUPLES, ELECTRODES,
IGNITION MODULES, LAVAROCKS, LOGS, ETC.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Information 3
Information about Propane 4
Specifications 4
Installation 5
Natural Gas Conversion 8
Lighting Instructions 9
Maintenance 10
Batteries 11
Parts List 11
Warranty 12

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or CAN/CGA –B149.2, Propane Installation Code.
The appliance and its appliance main gas valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psi (3.5kPa).
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its equipment shutoff
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply system at test pressure equal to or less than 1/2 psi
(3.5kPa).
The appliance area must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service
technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control
which has been under water.
Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures and kept at a
safe distance to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
Young children should be carefully supervised when they are anywhere near the appliance.
Clothing or other flammable material should not be hung from the appliance, or placed on or
near the appliance.
Any screen or guard removed for servicing an appliance must be replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The appliance should be
inspected before use and at least annually by a professional service person. More frequent
cleaning may be required as necessary. It is imperative that the control compartments, burners
and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
Do NOT burn solid fuels in this gas fireplace.
CAUTION: The propane gas pressure regulator provided with this appliance must be used. This
regulator is set for an outlet pressure of 11 inches water column.
This outdoor gas appliance is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.
Before each use of this gas appliance, open the LP (Liquid Propane) Tank Drawer and inspect the LP
Hose. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to
the gas appliance being put into operation. Use only the replacement hose assembly specified in this
manual. Inspect the burner before each use of the appliance. The burner must be replaced prior to the
appliance being put into operation if it is evident that the burner is damaged. Use only the burner listed
in these instructions.
Keep the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT
PROPANE (LP) GAS
A self contained LP-gas cylinder for use with this appliance must have a capacity of 20 lbs. and must
be equipped with a Type 1 connector and an OPD (overfill protection device).
The LP-gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the
specification for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National
Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinder, Sphere and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous
Goods.
zThe cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.
zThe cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
zThis appliance shall be used only outdoors in a well-ventilated space and shall not be used in a
building, garage or any other enclosed space.
zWhen this appliance is not is use, the gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder.
zStorage of this appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed
from the appliance.
zCylinders must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area out of the reach of
children .Disconnected cylinders must have threaded valve plugs tightly installed and must not be
stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed areas.
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CSA (Canadian Standards Association) certified to CSA International Requirement 4.96 U.S. (3rd
Edition) “Outdoor Gas Fireplaces” and CR97-003 “Outdoor Gas Fireplaces”. The gas hose is routed
through a “U” bolt to prevent the hose from coming in contact with the burner. DO NOT remove the
hose from the “U” bolt. See Figure 2.
Figure 1 Figure 2
SPECIFICATIONS
INPUT 40,000 Btu/hr 30,000 Btu/hr Low fire
Propane Regulator Pressure 11 inches water column
Natural Gas Minimum Inlet
Pressure
7 inches water column
Clearances to combustible surfaces Sides 24in./61cm Top: 72 in. / 183 cm
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INSTALLATION
1. With the help of another person, turn the table base assembly in the upright position. With the
help of another person, carefully place the natural stone table top onto the table base. After
making any necessary adjustments to the alignment of the natural stone table top and the top
connector bracket, use bolts and washers as shown in Fig.3. Guide the bolt through the top
connector bracket into the pre-drilled hole on the underside of the natural stone table top. Do
not tighten completely. Repeat on other three holes of the top leg connector bracket. (Note:
holes do not go through to the top of the table. Holes shown for illustration purposes only.)
Figure 3
2. Pour all of the lava rock into the burner pan. Completely cover the burner tube with lava rocks as
showninFig.4
Figure 4
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3. The logs and burner are lettered. Place the logs as shown in Fig. 5through 9.
Figure 5. LogA
Figure 6.LogB Figure7. Log C
Figure 8.LogD Figure9.LogE
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4. Remove any lava rock from the ignition well as shown in Fig. 10.
Figure 10
Remove any lava rock from the ignition well
5. Lift off the tank door, place the tank in the holder and use the chain to hold the tank. Connect the
regulator as shown in Fig. 11. Screw the black handle clock-wise to tighten. Turn the handle
counterclock-wise to remove. The hose must point down. Open the control door and check that
the valve is turned all the way clockwise to the “OFF” position. Open the tank valve. Apply a
solution of soapy water to the tank-regulator connection and to the valve-hose connection to
check for leaks. If soap bubbles continue to form, the connection has a leak. If a leak is found,
close the tank valve and tighten all connections. NEVER USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR
LEAKS.
Figure 11
6. Tighten threaded knobs found on tank tray (Fig. 12) so that the LP tank cannot move from side to
side. Do not remove plastic cap from end of threaded section.
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Figure 12
NATURAL GAS CONVERSION
Natural gas conversion must be performed only by natural gas provider or service company.
1. Disconnect the gas hose from the gas valve. See Fig. 13.
Figure 13
2. Disconnect the gas tube from the orifice and remove the orifice holder as shown in Fig .14.
Figure 14
3. Replace the propane orifice (See Figure 15) with the natural gas orifice from the kit and reinstall
the orifice holder by tightening the nuts as shown in Fig. 16. Reconnect and tighten the gas tube to
the orifice.
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Figure 15 Figure16
Apply a solution of soapy water to all connections to check for leaks. If soap bubbles continue to form,
the connection has a leak. If a leak is found, close the tank valve and tighten all connections.
NEVER USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS.
Stick the conversion label on the rating plate as shown in Fig. 17.
Figure 17
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Locate the control and igniter panel. Make sure the control knob is in the “OFF” position. See Fig.
19. Open the tank door and open the tank valve all the way.
2. Push in the igniter button. You will hear a slight clicking sound. With the igniter button pushed in,
push and turn the control knob to the “ON” position. The fire should light within
a few seconds. Once the flame is lit, release the igniter button and continue to hold the control knob
in for 10 to 15 seconds. Release the control knob. The control knob should pop back out and the fire
should remain lit. Note: If the fire does not light, turn the knob to the “OFF” position and wait five
(5) minutes before trying again.
3. To turn down the flame, push the control knob in slightly and turn to the Medium (medium flame)
or Low (small flame).
4. To shut down the fire pit, turn the control knob to the “OFF” position and turn off the tank valve
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Figure 19
MAINTENANCE
The flames should look like those in Fig. 20. To clean the burner, use a soft brush after the burner and
lava rocks have cooled completely. Never use a vacuum cleaner on the lava rocks. It is recommended
that the lava rocks be stored indoors during the winter if they will be subjected to freezing
temperatures. The propane cylinder must be disconnected and removed from the appliance before the
appliance can be stored indoors.
Figure 20
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