Spark modern fires CAMPFIRE-N Quick start guide

If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. If odor continues, keep away from
the appliance and immediately call
your gas supplier or fire department.
DANGER
OWNER’S O PERATION AND IN STALLATION M ANUAL
We recommend that our products be installed
and serviced by professionals who are certified
in the U.S. by NFI (National Fireplace Institute).
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other aplliance.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Read the instalation, ope-
rating and maintenance instructions thoroughly
before installing or servicing this equipment.
WARNING
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 as a
camper, tent, car or home
Complies with
Model: CAMPFIRE-N(P)
Outdoor Gas Fireplace
WARNING: For Outdoor Use Only
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference.
Report # 0401GM012S
CSA 2.17-2017 "Gas-Fired Appliances for Use at High Altitudes"
ANS Z21.97.CSA 2.41-2017 "Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliances",
Apropane cylinder not connected for
use shall not be stored in the vicinity
of this or any other aplliance.
IMPORTANT: Outdoor fireplaces should not be installed in areas susceptible to saltwater corrosion or high winds.
These products are not warranted against either condition.
SPARK MODERN FIRES
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SAFETY
INFORMATION
WARNINGS
Natural Gas: Natural gas is odor-
less. An odor making agent is
added to the gas. The odor helps
you detect a gas leak. However,
the odor added to the gas can fade.
Gas may be present even though
no odor exists.
Make certain you read and under-
stand all warnings. Keep this
manual for reference. It is your
guide to safe and proper operation
of this appliance.
1. This appliance, as supplied, is
only for use with the type of
gas indicated on the rating
plate.
3. Keep the appliance area clear
and free from combustible
materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
4. Do not burn solid fuel in the
fireplace after installing the
appliance. Do not use this
appliance to cook food or
burn paper or other objects.
5.
Children and adults should be
alerted
to the hazards of
materials
carefully supervised when
they are in the area of the
appliance.
8. The appliance, when installed,
must be electrically grounded
in accordance with local codes
or, in the absence of local
codes, with the National Elec-
ely call a qualif
any part of the
under water.
10. Inspect the burner before each
LOCAL CODES
*American National Standards
Institute, Inc., 1430
Broadway, New York,
NY 10018
*National Fire Protection
Association, Inc.,
Batterymarch Park, Quincy,
MA 02269.
WARNING:
Any change
to this appliance or its
controls can be dangerous.
IMPORTANT:
The appliance
should be inspected before
use and at least annually by
a quilified service person.
More frequent cleaning may
be required as necessary. It
is imperative that the control
compartment, burners and
circulating air passageways
of the appliance be kept clean.
DANGER: Carbon mo-
noxide poisoning may lead
to death!
HIGH ALTITUDE
INSTALLATIONS:
7. Young children should be
should not be hung
from the appliance,or placed
on or near the app
liance.
6. Clothing
or other flammable
high
surface temperatures and
should stay away to avoid
burns or clothing
ignition.
trical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
or the Canadian Electrical
Code, CSA C22.1, if
applicable.
The burner must be replaced
prior to the appliance being put
into operation if it is evident that
the burner is damaged. Please
refer to "Illustrated parts List"
for the replacement burner part
number.
The appliance is rated for
installations up to 4500’ (1372 m)
above sea level. Above 4500’ the
appliance must be de- rated at the
factory for the appropriate altitude.
the
appliance. Only a qualified
service person should install,
service, or repair appliance.
11. Turn the appliance off and let
cool before servicing, install-
ling, or repairing. Any guard
or other protective device
removed for servicing the
appliance must be replaced
prior to operating
ied
service technician to inspect
the room appliance and to
replace control
system and any gas control
which has been
9.
Do not use appliance if any
part has been under water.
Imm
ediat
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning:
Early signs of carbon monoxide
poisoning resemble the flu, with
headaches, dizziness, or nausea. If
Get fresh air at once! Have the
Some people are
more affected by carbon
monoxide than others. These
include pregnant women, people
with heart or lung disease or
anemia, those under the influence
of alcohol, and those at high
altitudes.
2. When an appliance is for con-
nection to a fixed piping system,
the installation must conform
with local codes, or in the ab-
sence of local codes with the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54, or Interna-
tional Fuel Gas Code, Natural
Gas and Propane Installation
Code, CSA B149.1, or Pro-
pane Storage and Handling
Code, B149.2, as applicable.
use the latest edition of The
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA54 available from:
you have these signs, the Bon-
fire may not be working properly.
care.Follow loc In
al codes.
use of the Campfire.
Campfire serviced.
Install and use Campfire with
the absence of local codes,
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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
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Parameter / Model CAMPFIRE-N CAMPFIRE-P
Gas Type Natural Propane
S.I.T. Control Valve Model 880.001 880.002
Ignition Electronic Electronic
Manifold Pressure 3.5" w.c. 10.0" w.c.
Inlet Gas Pressure, MAX 10.5" w.c. 13.0" w.c.
Inlet Gas Pressure, MIN 5.0" w.c. 11.0" w.c.
Shipping Weight, Lbs 115115
CAMPFIRE BURNER DIMENSIONS
Orifice Size #7 1/8"
input Rate, Btu/h 100,000 100,000
Pilot
Shield

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LOCATING YOUR CAMPFIRE
1)
When selecting a location for your fi replace, ensure that the clearances are met.
2)
This appliance must be installed in an open-air situation with natural ventilation, without
stagnant areas, where gas leakage and products of combustion are rapidly dispersed by wind
and natural convection.
3)
Certain materials or items, when placed under or near the appliance, will be subjected to radiant
heat and could become damaged.
4)
Typically an outdoor space is not enclosed but, any enclosure in which the appliance is used
shall comply with one of the following:
An enclosure with walls on all sides, but at least one permanent opening at ground level and
no overhead cover.
Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and more than two walls, the following
shall apply:
30% or more in total of the remaining wall
area is open and unrestricted.
Open side at least 25% of total wall area
Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and no more that two walls.
• At least 25% of the total wall area is completely open, and
• At least 30% of the remaining wall area is open and unrestricted
IMPORTANT: Minimum ambient air temperature for the fireplace operation is 0°C (32°F)

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CAMPFIREINSTALLATION (EXAMPLE)
CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS:
when placed
on top of the combustible materials.
beneath the appliance
- Ceiling ….....… 8 4" ( 213 cm)
- Side Walls …..… 24” ( 61 cm)
Clearance to combustibles must be maintained!
- Floor ................... 1" (2.6 cm) thick cement board

PRODUCT ASSEMBLY
1. Remove Burner Assembly,
and Burner Media from packa-
ging (see Parts List)
2. Connect the Burner Assembly
to gas supply using supplied
flex connector and shutoff
valve.
3. Evenly fill the media
compartment with burner
media (broken tempered
glass) fully covering the
burner as shown on a picture.
If you are NOT planning to
add optional topping media,
then fill the media
compartment in full and
proceed to the step 5.
4. Place and evenly distribute top-
ping media (optional logs or sto-
nes) on top of burner media as
shown on a picture.
5. Carefully leak test all
connections following the
These plates contain
important information.
NOTICE: Installation and
repair should be done by a
qualified service person. The
appliance should be
inspected before use and at
least annually by a qualified
service person. More fre-
quent cleaning may be
required as necessary. It is
imperative that control
compartment, burner and
circulating air passageways
of the appliance be kept
clean.
WARNING: Failure to position
the parts in accordance with
these diagrams or failure to
use only parts specially
approved with this appliance
may result in property
damage or personal injury.
6. Having free access to the valve
light the appliance
Make sure the flame covers the entire burner surface as shown.
following the
procedure on
attached to the fireplace.
CAUTION: Do NOT remove
the metal data plates
INSTALLATION
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procedure on Page 7.
Page 9.
CAUTION: When using lava rock or basalt stones as a
topping media, keep the area in front of the pilot screen
at least 2" clear of topping media. Blocking the pilot
screen can cause improper operation!

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A.G.A. Design-Certified
Manual Shutoff Valve
With 1/8” NPT Tap
Cap Pipe Nipple Tee Joint
Sediment Trap
3” Minimum
CONNECTING TO GAS
SUPPLY
Installation Items Needed
pliers
-sediment trap
-tee joints
-pipe wrench
Installation must include a manual
shutoff valve, union, and plugged
1/8” NPT tap. Locate NPT tap
within reach for test gauge hook
up. NPT tap must be upstream
from the appliance.
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to
male threads. This will prevent
excess sealant from going into
pipe. Excess sealant in pipe could
result in a clogged burner injector.
Install sediment trap in supply line
as shown below. Locate sediment
trap where it is within reach for
cleaning and trapped matter is not
likely to freeze. A sediment trap
CHECKING GAS
CONNECTION
Test Pressures in Excess Of
1/2 psi (3.5 kPa)
Test Pressures Equal To or
Less Than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa)
WARNING:
A qualified
service person must con-
nect appliance to gas sup-
ply. Follow all local codes.
CAUTION:
Use only new,
black iron or steel pipe.
Internally tinned copper
tubing may be used in
certain areas. Use pipe of
1/2" diameter or greater to
allow proper gas volume to
of pres
sure will occur.
WARNIN
G:
Test all gas
piping and connections for
leaks after installing or
servicing. Correct all leaks
at once.
WARNING:
Never use an
open flame to check for a
leak. Apply a mixture of
liquid soap and water on all
joints. Bubbles forming
show a leak. Correct all
leaks at once.
From Gas Meter
(5” W.C. to 10.5” W.C.
pressure)
The appliance and its individual
shutoff valve must be discon-
nected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing
of that system at test pressures in
excess of ½ psi (3.5 kPa).
The appliance must be isolated
from the gas supply piping system by
closing its individual manual
shutoff valve during any pressure
testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or
less than ½ psi (3.5 kPa).
Approved Flexible
Gas
Connector
Before installing the Outdoor
Fireplace, make sure you have all
items listed bellow:
-piping (check local codes)
-sealant
-manual shutoff valve
-adjustable (crescent) wrench or
traps moisture and contaminants.
This keeps them from going into
Outdoor Fireplace controls.
If sediment trap is not installed or
is installed wrong, unit may not
run properly.
If pipe is too small, undue loss
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Outdoor Campfire.
Figure 2 -

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
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access panel
close access panel.
3. Open accesspanel. Turn the manual gas shutoff valve
clockwise
Open access panel.
10. Turn on all electric power to the appliance.
counterclockwise
reverse side.
Close access panel.
12. Locate ON/OFF switch outside the appliance.Turn it to ON.
13. The pilot should start sparking and then the pilot flame
will appear.The main burner should ignite within 4 seconds.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONSContinued
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14.
clockwise

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
BURNER, PILOT AND CONTROL COMPARTMENT
PILOT FLAME
The ames from the pilot should be visually checked as soon as the unit is installed
and periodically during normal operation. The pilot flame must always be present
when the fireplace is in operation or connected to the gas line with main shutoff
valve open and the IPS activated (powered).The pilot flame has two distinct
BURNER
Turn off gas before servicing fireplace. It
is recommended that a qualified service
technician perform these check-ups at the
beginning of each heating season.
WARNING
flames, one engulfing the flame sensor and the other reaching to the main burner.
Pilot Flame
Inspect area around the burner. Remove any lint or foreign
material with a brush or vacuum.
Keep the control compartment clean by vacuuming or brushing at
least twice a year. Make sure the burner porting, pilot air opening
and burner air opening are free of obstructions at all times.
least twice a year. Make sure the burner porting and burnerair
openings are free of obstructions at all times.
The burner must be replaced prior to the appliance being put
into operation if it is evident that the burner is damaged. Please
refer to "Illustrated Parts List" for the replacement part number
specified by the manufacturer.
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ELECTRICAL WIRING
WARNING
Label all wires before disconnecting when
servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause
improper and dangerous operation.
CAUTION
Electrical connections should only be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician.
Main power must be off when connecting to main electrical power supply or performing
service. All wiring shall be in compliance with all local, city, and state codes. The
appliance, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local
codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Electrical Code ANSI/ NFPA
70 (latest edition) and Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
The flame from the burner should be visually checked as soon as the Campfire is installed and periodiacally during
normal operation.
Keep the appliance and its burner clean by vacuuming or brushing at
This fireplace requires 110V AC electrical supply for normal operation in order to power up 7V DC adapter which is
required to operate Remote Control. However, during power outage situation, its electronic system (D.F.C. board)
can be temporarily powered with 6V DC battery pack (4 AA batteries).

TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING: Turn off the unit
and let cool before servicing. Only
a qualified service person should
service and repair this appliance.
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSEREMEDY
age
1. Passage of air/gas across irregular sur-
faces
2. Excessive gas pressure on natural gas
units
1. Incorrect gas supply or pressure
2. Blocked burner orifice or burner mani-
fold ports
3. Improper burner orifice size
Unit is smoking / sooting excessively
( Note: It is natural and unavoidable for
appliance sets to produce moderate
levels of carbon (soot) where flames
Burner is excessively noisy
( Note: The movement and combustion of
gas will create low, unavoidable levels of
noise.)
Burner flame is too low or too high
more flame passage
flame pattern and/or check for proper
orifice sizing
1. Relieve any tight bends or kinks in gas
supply line
2.Check/reset gas regulator pressure
1. Check for proper gas supply pressure
2. Free burner orifice and manifold ports
of any burrs, paint, or other blockage
Note: All troubleshooting items are listed in
order of operation.
contact the media. This is especially true
2. Improper fuel/air mixture
1. Excessive flame impingement or block- 1. Separate the stones/media to allow
2. Remove any foreign items from the
3. Verify proper burner orifice sizing.
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4. Too much media around 4. Clear area in front of pilot assembly,
pilot area. make sure pilot flame is posi-
tioned correctly
3. Insufficient amount of burner media 3. Add burner media.

OBSERVED PROBLEM
spark at pilot but no ignition
Burner does not light after pilot is lit
Delayed ignition burner
Unit produces unwanted odors
Gas odor even when Remote Control is
REMEDY
1.Turn on gas supply or open manual
2.Purge air from the supply line
1" blue flame
4.Clean pilot (see Cleaning and Mainte-
1.Clean burner orifice
3.Replace burner orifice
4.Reconnect leads
1.Adjust pilot flame for approximately
1" blue flame
Continued
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1.Gas supply turned off or manual shutoff
valve closed shutoff valve
2.Air in gas lines when installed
3.Pilot adjustment screw closed
4.Pilot is clogged
1.Burner orifice clogged
2.Inlet gas pressure is too low
3.Burner orifice diameter is too small
4.Flame sensor leads disconnected
1.Pilot flame needs adjusting
1. Gas leak. See Warning statement above.
1.Gas leak. See Warning statement above.
WARNING: If you smell gas
• Shut off gas supply.
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in
your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
2. Main gas valve defective 2. Replace gas valve
(see page 8)
3.Adjust pilot flame for approximately
nance, page 11) or replace pilot assembly.
leaks in OFF position
1. Locate and correct all leaks.
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IMPORTANT: Operating unit where impurities in air exist may create odors.
and create odors. These odors will disappear over time.
carpet or textiles, etc., create fumes. These fumes may mix with combustion air
cements and glues, newsmoke, remover, cigarette Cleaning supplies, paint, paint
When remote button is pressed, there is
1. Locate and correct all leaks.
2.Contact your gas supplier

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ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
FOR PART DESCRIPTION SEE NEXT PAGE
LAVAROCK
OPTIONAL FIREPLACE TOPPING MEDIA
1920
21 22
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1 PC. CERAMIC LOG SET BLACK GLASS
SMALL STONES

ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
WARNING
Failure to position the parts in accordance with these
diagrams or failure to use only parts specifically
approved with this appliance may result in property
damage or personal injury.
All replacement parts should be ordered from your retai ler or
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This list contains replaceable parts used in your CAMPFIRE.
OPTIONAL TOPPING MEDIA:
Part Number
Item Description QTY CAMPFIRE-N CAMPFIRE-P
2Orifice 1 H1 00143 H100144
8 DFC Control Board 1 H100142 H100142
9 7V 10mA DC adapter 1 H100140 H100140
1
0 DFC Wire Harness 1 H200012 H200012
11Mount Brackk et 2F200022-SS F200022-SS
12Wall Switch 1 A100066 A100066
13Burner Weldment 1 W600018 W600019
14Burner Tray Weldment 1 W600020 W600020
15 Pilot Assembly 1 R100028-SS R100029-SS
16Pilot Shield 1 D4 00267 D400267
17Pilot Screen 1 S5 00036 S500036
18 Burner Glass Media 1
G100048 G100048
191 pc. LOG SET 1 M100503 M100503
20 Black Glass 1 G100032 G100032
21 Small Basalt Stones 1 G100049 G100049
22 Lava Rock 1 G100035 G100035
6Main Gas Valve 1 R100026 R100027
3Flare Coupler 1 H100089 H100089
4Orifice Flex Connector 1 C100072 C100010
1
Gas Inlet Flex Connector 1 D3 00095D300095
5 Orifies Coupler 1 H100014 F200101
7 Inlet Coupler 1 H100066 H100066
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
The following components are warranted for life to the original owner, subject to proof of
purchase: Firebox, Combustion Chamber, and Steel Burner.
BASIC WARRANTY
Spark Modern Fires warrants the components and materials in your gas appliance to be
free from manufacturing and material defects for a period of two years from date of instal-
lation. After installation, if any of the components manufactured by Spark Modern Fires in
the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workmanship, Spark Modern Fires
will, at its option, replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original
owner. Spark Modern Fires will also pay for reasonable labor cost incurred in replacing or
repairing such components for a period of two years from date of installation. Any products
presented for warranty repair must be accompanied by a dated proof of purchase.
This Limited Lifetime Warranty will be void if the appliance is not installed by a qualified
installer in accordance with installation instructions. The Limited Lifetime Warranty will also
be void if the appliance is not operated and maintained according to the operating in-
structions supplied with the appliance, and does not extend to (1) firebox/burner assembly
damaged by accident, neglect, misuse, abuse, alterations, negligence of others, including
the installation thereof by unqualified installers, (2) the costs of removal, re-installation or
transportation of defective parts on the appliance, or (3) identical or consequential dam-
age. All service work must be performed by an authorized service representative.
This warranty is expressly in lieu of other warranties, express or implied, including the
warranty of merchantability of fitness for purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities.
Spark Modern Fires does not assume for it any other obligations or liabilities in connection
with sale or use of the appliance. It states that do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, or do not allow exclusion of indirect damage, those limitations of
exclusions may not apply to you. You may also have additional right not covered in the
Limited Lifetime Warranty. Spark Modern Fires reserves the right to investigate any and all
the claims against this Warranty and decide upon method of settlement.
For information about this warranty contact:
SPARK MODERN FIRES
99B Greenwood Ave Bethel, CT 06801 USA P. 203.791.2725 F. 203.798.8661
WWW.SPARKFIRES.COM
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Model:
Serial No.:
Date Purchased: Date Installed:
Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory.
Rev. No: 3/2020