Outdoor Plus Custom Fire Pit User manual

© 2013 The Outdoor Plus

Specications
Propane Gas Natural Gas
Max. Input BTU/Hr 78,000 78,000
Orice Size 2.5 mm
Manifold Pressure 10” Water Column 7” Water Column
Maximum Gas Supply Pressure 11” Water Column 14” Water Column
Maximum Inlet Supply Pressure 13” Water Column 14” Water Column
Regulator Pre-Set 11” Water Column
The Outdoor Plus fire pits are designed for outdoor use only.
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.
WARNING!
The Outdoor Plus
780 East Francis Street, Suite T
Ontario, CA 91761
[phone]
(909)-874-0146 (fax)
www.theoutdoorplus.com

Specifications............................................... ii
Safety Instructions........................................... 2
Set-Up .................................................... 4
Placement and Location............................................... 5
Liquid Propane ...................................................... 6
Natural Gas ........................................................ 9
Leak Testing Procedure .............................................. 10
Decorative Glass Placement .......................................... 11
Battery ........................................................... 11
Natural Gas Conversion.............................................. 12
Operating the Fire Pit........................................ 15
Lighting Instructions ................................................ 16
Turning Off Gas .................................................... 17
Cleaning, Maintenance, Storage............................... 18
Replacement Parts.......................................... 20
One Year Limited Warranty ................................... 21
Save these instructions!
Read this before installing or operating your
new Outdoor Plus re pit.
The Outdoor Plus manufactures a wide range of products and models and
specializes in custom fabrication. Although this manual describes features
common to all fire pit models, the examples shown may not necessarily
reflect your specific fire pit configuration.

2Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
Do not store combustible materials, gasoline and any other flammable vapors and
liquids. A propane gas cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause in-
jury or property damage. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instruc-
tions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
WARNING!
California Proposition 65 Warning: Chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm are found in and/or created
by the combustion of natural gas, propane, butane and other fuels. Always operate
this unit as described in the owner’s manual and in well ventilated areas.
WARNING!
Do not use charcoal or other solid fuel in gas burning appliances.
Do not use your fire pit for cooking. Do not heat any unopened glass or metal con-
tainer of food in the fire pit. Pressure may build up and cause the container to burst,
possibly resulting in serious personal injury or damage to the fire pit.
Never use the fire pit in windy conditions. If used in a consistently windy area a
windbreak will be required. Always adhere to the specified clearances listed in this
manual.
Never allow clothing or other flammable materials come in contact with any hot
surface until it has fully cooled. Never wear loose fitting or hanging garments while
using your fire pit. Fabric may ignite and result in personal injury.
When handling propane gas line and connectors, do not allow them to come in
contact with any metal surfaces. Do not drop propane connectors.
CAUTION!

3
Safety Instructions
In the event that a burner goes out, turn burner knobs to the full OFF position and let
it air out. Do not attempt to use the fire pit until the gas has had time to dissipate.
Propane gas source to the fire pit must be regulated. Do not operate if regulator has
been removed. Fire or explosion can occur.
In the event that a burner goes out, turn burner knobs to the full OFF position and let
it air out. Do not attempt to use the fire pit until the gas has had time to dissipate.
Propane gas source to the fire pit must be regulated. Do not operate if regulator has
been removed. Fire or explosion can occur.
In the event that a burner goes out, turn burner knobs to the full OFF position and let
it air out. Do not attempt to use the fire pit until the gas has had time to dissipate.
Propane gas source to the fire pit must be regulated. Do not operate if regulator has
been removed. Fire or explosion can occur.
Keep all electrical supply cords away from the heated areas of the fire pit.
Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung from the appliance, or
placed on or near the appliance.
When using the fire pit, do not touch the rock, fire screen, or immediate surround-
ings, as these areas become extremely hot and could cause burns.
Do not reach over your fire pit when hot or in use.
Never leave children unattended in the area where the fire pit is being used. Close
supervision of children is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Nev-
er leave the fire pit unattended when in use.
Do not store items of interest to children around or below the fire pit.
Never allow children to sit or stand on any part of the fire pit.
DANGER!
GAS SAFETY
SAFETY

4Set-Up
Set-Up
Setting up for use with liquid propane (LP)
1 Place the fire pit in a desired location page 5
2 Connect the propane tank page 6
3 Perform a leak test page 10
4 Place the decorative stone or decorative fire objects page 11
5 Insert the battery in the igniter
Setting up for use with natural gas (NG)
1 Place the fire pit in a desired location page 5
2 Connect to an NG gas source page 9
3 Convert the orifice to NG page 12
4 Perform a leak test page 10
5 Place the decorative stone or decorative fire objects page 11
6 Insert the battery in the igniter page 11
You are responsible for ensuring that a natural gas line (if required) is
installed and safe for use. We recommend that a licensed contractor
install your fire pit.
Installation must conform to local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
with either the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA54, Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, or Propane Storage and
Handling Code, B149.2), as applicable.

5
Set-Up
Placement and Location
Your Outdoor Plus fire pit is designed for outdoor use only.
Never locate this appliance in a building, garage, or any other enclosed
room or under a sealed overhead structure, or in any type of enclosed
area such as a garage, shed, or breezeway. Keep clear of trees and
shrubs.
Do not place fire pit under or near windows or vents that can be opened
into your home.
Maintain sufficient distance as to not overheat any overhead combus-
tible material such as a patio cover.
The area surrounding your fire pit should be kept clean and free from
flammable liquids and other combustible materials such as mops, rags
or brooms, as well as solvents, cleaning fluids, and gasoline.
Do not block the vents located near the base of your fire pit as gas may
build up in case of leak and cause serious damage.
Do not install or operate your fire pit in such a manner that the cross
ventilation openings are blocked. Fresh air must be able to pass though
installed vents to safeguard against residual gas accumulation. Failure
to allow proper ventilation may cause fire or explosion.
Do not locate appliance where it can get excessively wet. Do not use
this appliance if any part has been underwater. Immediately call a quali-
fied service technician to inspect the unit and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been underwater.
Place your fire pit on a flat and stable surface in an outdoor location such
as a patio deck.
Maintain the following clearances to combustible materials:
Sides and back 48 inches (122 cm) (measured from side)
Top 120 inches (305 cm) (measured from hearth)

6Set-Up
Liquid Propane
Your Outdoor Plus fire pit is built with
a tank enclosure, but is not provided
with a propane tank. You will need to
provide one. The enclosure will ac-
commodate a 2 lb propane tank.
Use these specification for purchas-
ing your propane tank:
Specications
The 2 lb propane gas supply cylinder
is constructed and marked in accor-
dance with the specifications for propane gas cylinders as required by
the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the CAN/CSA B339, Cyl-
inders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods.
Manifold Pressure: For plumbed-in liquid propane installation, use a
regulator.
Supply Pressure: Maximum line pressure for plumbed-in propane is 14”
W.C psi (3.5 kPa). Minimum line pressure for propane is 11” W.C.
Pressure Regulator: The unit must be used with the supplied gas pressure
regulator and hose assembly. The regulator will control and maintain a
uniform gas pressure in the manifold. The burner orifice has been sized
for the gas pressure delivered by the regulator. Replacement pressure
regulator and hose assemblies must be those specified in this manual.
Cylinder Specification: Any propane gas supply cylinder used with this
fire pit must be approximately 12 inches in diameter and 18 inches high.
The maximum fuel capacity is 20 lbs. of propane, or 5 gallons. Full cyl-
inder weight should be approximately 38 lbs. (43.7 lbs. nominal water
capacity.) Always use the cylinder dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet
during transport and when the cylinder is not connected to the fire pit.
The 20 lb propane gas cylinder used must include a collar to protect the
cylinder valve.

7
Set-Up
Filler Valve: If you do not have an updated filler valve on your exist-
ing propane tank, you will need to purchase one at your local hardware
store, as you will not be allowed to refill the tank at any filling station.
Transporting Gas Cylinder: Only one cylinder should be transported at
a time. Transport cylinder in an upright and secure manner with control
valve turned off and the dust cap in place.
Connection
The flex line that runs from the igniter to the burner has been connected
at the factory. You will only need to connect the propane line from the
igniter to the propane tank.
When connecting the regulator assembly to the tank valve, hand tighten
the black QCC-1 nut clockwise. DO NOT use a wrench to tighten. See
the image below.

8Set-Up
Location of the Propane Tank
Outdoor Plus fire pits are built with an enclosure that safely holds a 2 lb
propane tank.
Place the propane gas cylinder in the enclosure as shown below.