HPC Sport Pit Installation instructions

SPORT PIT
Portable Fire Pit
Series
Installation&OperationInstructions
950-SPORT PIT
C US
SPORTPIT20-BLK

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This is a Safety Alert Symbol
Whenyouseethis symbolonthefirepitinsert, or in thismanual,
look for oneofthefollowingsignalword panelsalertingyouto
thepotentialfor personalinjury,deathormajorpropertydamage.
WARNING
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in vicinity of this or any other appliance.
An LP-cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
DANGER
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD
If you smell gas:
•Shut off gas to the appliance.
•Extinguish an open flame.
•If odor continues, leave the area immediately.
•After leaving the area the fire department.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or
explosion, which could cause property damage, personal
injury, or death.
DANGER
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
This appliance can produce carbon monoxide
which has no odor.
Using it in an enclosed space can kill you.
Never use this appliance in an enclosed
space
such as a camper, tent, car or home.
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance.
CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
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1 ImportantSafetyInformation ....................................................................................................... 4
Technical Support.....................................................................................................................4
Symbol Legend......................................................................................................................... 4
Important Safety Information for Installers ...............................................................................5
Important Safety Information for End-Users.............................................................................5
2 ProductFeaturesandPartsList ................................................................................................... 6
3 SelectingtheFirePitLocation ..................................................................................................... 7
4 OverheadStructuresandSidewallClearanceRequirements ...................................................8
5 RemoteLPTankSystemEnclosureRequirements-IfApplicable ......................................... 9
6 Installing the Fire Pit ................................................................................................................... 14
7 Adding Approved Media ................................................................................................................... 15
8 OperatingtheFirePit .................................................................................................................. 16
9 Maintaining the Fire Pit ............................................................................................................. 18
10 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 19
11 Compatible Accessories ................................................................................................................. 20
12 Replacement Parts ........................................................................................................................... 20
13 Warranty ............................................................................................................................................. 21

1 Important Safety Information
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SELECT MODELS
Certified to
ANSI Z21.97-2017
CSA 2.41-2017
C
US
IMPORTANT
• Toqualifyforwarranty,allinstructionsmustbestrictlyfollowed.Otherwise,
warrantymaybevoid. Neveralterproductorconfigurationinanyway.
• Annualservicing should behandled byprofessionalscertified in theUSby the
NationalFireplaceInstitute(NFI)asNFIGasSpecialistsorinCanadabyWETT
(Wood Energy Technical Training).
• Itistheend-user’s responsibilitytoensureasafeinstallationandeducate
regardingthefeatures,safetyrecommendationsandproperoperation of this
product.
• Pleasereferencepage1forallwarnings.
Symbol Legend
This is a Safety Alert Symbol
Whenyousee this symbolonthe firepitinsert,or inthis manual,lookfor
one ofthefollowingsignalwordpanelsalertingyoutothepotentialfor
personal injury,deathormajorpropertydamage.
Necessary instructions
Technical Support
Forinformationand supportcontactyourHearthProductsControlsdealer.

1 Important Safety Information
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Please reference page 1 for all warnings.
Important Safety Information for Installers
Manualneedstobewith the end-user andtoretain it for future reference.Instructions
andproductupdatesarealsoavailableatwww.hpcfire.com under the Support
tab.
End-usersmustcarefullyfollowtheinstructionsinthismanualtopreventpersonal
injuryorpropertyloss.Theseinstructionscontaininformationcriticaltothesafe
installationandoperationoftheportablefirepit.
• Instructionsareupdatedasneeded.It istheresponsibilityoftheend-userto check
for product updates and installation manual updates at www.hpcfire.com/
support.htmlpriortoinstallation.
• Itis theresponsibilityoftheinstallertofollow:
- TheNationalFuelGasCode,ANSIZ223.1/NFPA54orInternationalFuel GasCode.
- Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code CSA B149.1 or CSA B149.2.
- TheNationalElectricalCode,ANSI/NFPA70. In Canada, Canadian Electrical Code CSA22.1.
- Localcodes
• Only use gas/fuel type specified for this portable firepit asnoted on the
portable firepit controlslabel.NEVERuseanalternativefueltoincludebiofuel,
ethanol,lighterfluid oranyotherfuel.
• For use with an LP tank –A 20lb tank can be used.
• Gaspressureand type shouldbecheckedpriortoinstallationanduse.
- LPGas:SupplyPressure:Propane manifold
pressure: 11.0” W.C.
ImportantSafetyInformationforEnd-Users
• Neverleaveanoperatingportablefirepitunattendedorwithsomeonenot
familiarwith itsoperationoremergencyshut-offlocations.
• Bothchildrenand adults shouldbe alertedtothehazards ofhighsurface
temperaturesandshouldstayawaytoavoidburnsandclothingignition.
• Youngchildrenshouldbecarefullysupervisedwhentheyareintheareaof portable firepit.
• Keeptheapplianceareaclearandfreefromcombustiblematerials,gasoline,
andotherflammablevaporsandliquids.

2 Product Features and PartsList
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FirePitInsert
Installation and Operation Instructions
Pan
LP Tank Hose
•LP tank not included
•LP tank enclosure or mounting
bracket is not included.
•LP tank must be securely
fastened to an enclosure or
with a bracket to a solid
surface to avoid tipping.
Lid
Sport Pit Shell
•Regulator
•Tip Switch
•Safety valve
Thermocouple
Burner
SPORTPIT20-BLK

3 Selecting the Fire Pit Location
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IMPORTANT
NOTE: All portable fire pits are designed and intended for outdoor use only.
It is recommended that material such as granite, marble
or other dense stone be kept away from heat and
especially flame due to risk of cracking. HPC is not
responsible for damage resulting from failure to follow
these recommendations.
• Selectalocationthat
- Providesenoughhorizontal roomtoenjoythe portablefirepitwhile
allowingasafe distancefromtheheatandflame.
- LP tank must be mounted to a solid surface. Use an enclosure or
mounting bracket designed to fit the LP tank. Follow the instructions for
installing the LP tank to ensure it is secure.
• Portable firepitscreateveryhightemperatures.Forclearancesrefertotable
3.1. Clothingorotherflammablematerialsshouldnotbe placedonornear
firepit.
ClearancesaroundPortableFirePit
Fire Pit Clearances
Up to 65K
SidesSurrounding PortableFirePitfromStructureorCombustibles
36" (12" for
noncombustible)
Overhead Clearance above Product
84"
Tank attachment (RV, Camper or Tank)
54”
Table3.1–Sport Pit Clearance

4 Overhead Structures and Sidewall Clearance
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Table4.1–Sport PitClearance
Note: Normal flame height is 6”-8”

5 RemoteLP TankSystemEnclosureRequirements -IfApplicable
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IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
OnlyselectmodelsofPush-Button/Match-Lit
(FPPKandMLFPK)firepitsarepermissibleforsmall
tankuse.PleaseseetheHPCproductcatalog,visit
www.hpcfire.com, or contact your HPC dealer for details.
Locate the hose out of pathways to avoid accidental
damage and prevent it from becoming a trip hazard.
ForanenclosureusinganLPtanksystem,followtheserecommended
specifications:
• Youmust followlocalcodes.
TheremoteLPtank/enclosureshouldbea
minimumof54inchesfromthefirepit.
• Onesideoftheenclosureshallbecompletelyopen;OR
• Foranenclosurehavingfoursides,a top,anda
bottom:
- Atleasttwoventilationopeningsshallbeprovided
inthe side walls ofthe enclosure,located within 5
inches(127mm)of thetopoftheenclosure,equally
sized, spaced at a minimum of180 degrees, and
unobstructed.Theopening(s)shallhaveatotalfree
area of not less than 1 in2 lb. (14.2 cm2kg) of stored
fuelcapacity.SeeFigure6.1.
- Ventilationopening(s)shallbeprovidedatthefloor
leveloftheenclosureandshallhaveatotalfreearea
of not less than 1/2 in2 lb. (7.1 cm2kg) of stored fuel
capacity.Ifventilationopeningsatfloorlevelareina
sidewall,thereshallbe atleasttwoopenings.The
bottomofthe openings shall be 1 inch (25.4mm) or
lessfromthefloorleveland theupperedge nomore
than5inches(127mm)abovethefloorlevel.The
openingsshallbeequallysized,spacedataminimum
of180degrees and unobstructed. SeeFigure 6 1.
• Everyopeningshallhaveminimumdimensionssoasto
permit the entrance ofan1/8-inch(3.2mm)diameter rod.
Figure6.1–Top andbottomsideventilationopenings
forLPtankenclosure.
.