techo-bloc RAFFINATO User manual

FIREPIT
Installation guide and owner’s manual
Raffinato

Table
of contents
Components.......................................................................................3
Overall Dimensions ................................................................................4
Positioning reference per layer ...................................................................5
Foundation preparation
Paver surface or Concrete slab ................................................................5
Compacted gravel base ........................................................................5
Installation of blocks ..............................................................................6
Operation and maintenance ......................................................................7
Warranty...........................................................................................7
General information
PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

recommend that you contact your home insurance company and advise them of the acquisition of


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IMPORTANT


Check with your municipality for minimum clearance distances. Make sure that there is nothing directly






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Components
A.

B.


C.

D.

E.


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


RAFFINATO
FIRE PIT (KIT)
A
B
A
B
1 1
C
D
G
H
E
B
A
F
±33'' ±9 13/16''
±1'-6 7/8''
(479 mm)
(249 mm)(838 mm)
±52 3/16''
(1326 mm)
±1'-9 1/4''
540 mm
±38 1/16''
(967 mm)
A. STEEL BOX INSERT
B. CLEAN STONE 3/4''
C.
(20 mm), 4" (100 mm) THICK
RAFFINATO CAP 90 mm (PRE-CUT)
D. RAFFINATO 180 mm CORNER BLOCK
E. RAFFINATO 90 mm CORNER BLOCK
F. TECHO-BLOC PAVERS OR SLABS
G. SETTING BED 1" (25 mm)
H. COMPACTED GRANULAR BASE 0-3/4'' (0-20 mm)
QUANTITY OF MATERIALS REQUIRED
- RAFFINATO CAP 90 mm: 8
- RAFFINATO 90 mm CORNER BLOCK: 10
- RAFFINATO 180 mm CORNER BLOCK: 20
SECTION 1-1
TOP
ELEVATION B
ELEVATION A
Secure the blocks using a heat resistant concrete adhesive.
The installer must ensure that the installation and use of the
firepit comply with local regulations and code requirements.
NOTE:
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11/2020
TB-TS-DET_FP_RAFFINATO_1_EN
± 57"
(1449 mm)
± 43"
(1092 mm)
± 12"
(305 mm)
± 19"
(483 mm)
±52 3/16''
(1326 mm)
± 38 1/16"
(967 mm)
RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR
VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT);
RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR
IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT);
Overall Dimensions

Unless installed directly on a paver surface or concrete slab, the re pit should
be buried about 2" or 3" below nished grade.
RAFFINATO
FIRE PIT (KIT)
A
B
A
B
1 1
C
D
G
H
E
B
A
F
±33'' ±9 13/16''
±1'-6 7/8''
(479 mm)
(249 mm)(838 mm)
±52 3/16''
(1326 mm)
±1'-9 1/4''
540 mm
±38 1/16''
(967 mm)
A. STEEL BOX INSERT
B. CLEAN STONE 3/4''
C.
(20 mm), 4" (100 mm) THICK
RAFFINATO CAP 90 mm (PRE-CUT)
D. RAFFINATO 180 mm CORNER BLOCK
E. RAFFINATO 90 mm CORNER BLOCK
F. TECHO-BLOC PAVERS OR SLABS
G. SETTING BED 1" (25 mm)
H. COMPACTED GRANULAR BASE 0-3/4'' (0-20 mm)
QUANTITY OF MATERIALS REQUIRED
- RAFFINATO CAP 90 mm: 8
- RAFFINATO 90 mm CORNER BLOCK: 10
- RAFFINATO 180 mm CORNER BLOCK: 20
SECTION 1-1
TOP
ELEVATION B
ELEVATION A
Secure the blocks using a heat resistant concrete adhesive.
The installer must ensure that the installation and use of the
firepit comply with local regulations and code requirements.
NOTE:
www.techo-bloc.com
11/2020
TB-TS-DET_FP_RAFFINATO_1_EN
± 57"
(1449 mm)
± 43"
(1092 mm)
± 12"
(305 mm)
± 19"
(483 mm)
±52 3/16''
(1326 mm)
± 38 1/16"
(967 mm)
RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR
VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT);
RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR
IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT);
RAFFINATO
FIRE PIT (KIT)
A
B
A
B
1 1
C
D
G
H
E
B
A
F
±33'' ±9 13/16''
±1'-6 7/8''
(479 mm)
(249 mm)(838 mm)
±52 3/16''
(1326 mm)
±1'-9 1/4''
540 mm
±38 1/16''
(967 mm)
A. STEEL BOX INSERT
B. CLEAN STONE 3/4''
C.
(20 mm), 4" (100 mm) THICK
RAFFINATO CAP 90 mm (PRE-CUT)
D. RAFFINATO 180 mm CORNER BLOCK
E. RAFFINATO 90 mm CORNER BLOCK
F. TECHO-BLOC PAVERS OR SLABS
G. SETTING BED 1" (25 mm)
H. COMPACTED GRANULAR BASE 0-3/4'' (0-20 mm)
QUANTITY OF MATERIALS REQUIRED
- RAFFINATO CAP 90 mm: 8
- RAFFINATO 90 mm CORNER BLOCK: 10
- RAFFINATO 180 mm CORNER BLOCK: 20
SECTION 1-1
TOP
ELEVATION B
ELEVATION A
Secure the blocks using a heat resistant concrete adhesive.
The installer must ensure that the installation and use of the
firepit comply with local regulations and code requirements.
NOTE:
www.techo-bloc.com
11/2020
TB-TS-DET_FP_RAFFINATO_1_EN
± 57"
(1449 mm)
± 43"
(1092 mm)
± 12"
(305 mm)
± 19"
(483 mm)
±52 3/16''
(1326 mm)
± 38 1/16"
(967 mm)
RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR
VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT);
RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR
IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT);
RAFFINATO
FIRE PIT (KIT)
A
B
A
B
1 1
C
D
G
H
E
B
A
F
±33'' ±9 13/16''
±1'-6 7/8''
(479 mm)
(249 mm)(838 mm)
±52 3/16''
(1326 mm)
±1'-9 1/4''
540 mm
±38 1/16''
(967 mm)
A. STEEL BOX INSERT
B. CLEAN STONE 3/4''
C.
(20 mm), 4" (100 mm) THICK
RAFFINATO CAP 90 mm (PRE-CUT)
D. RAFFINATO 180 mm CORNER BLOCK
E. RAFFINATO 90 mm CORNER BLOCK
F. TECHO-BLOC PAVERS OR SLABS
G. SETTING BED 1" (25 mm)
H. COMPACTED GRANULAR BASE 0-3/4'' (0-20 mm)
QUANTITY OF MATERIALS REQUIRED
- RAFFINATO CAP 90 mm: 8
- RAFFINATO 90 mm CORNER BLOCK: 10
- RAFFINATO 180 mm CORNER BLOCK: 20
SECTION 1-1
TOP
ELEVATION B
ELEVATION A
Secure the blocks using a heat resistant concrete adhesive.
The installer must ensure that the installation and use of the
firepit comply with local regulations and code requirements.
NOTE:
www.techo-bloc.com
11/2020
TB-TS-DET_FP_RAFFINATO_1_EN
± 57"
(1449 mm)
± 43"
(1092 mm)
± 12"
(305 mm)
± 19"
(483 mm)
±52 3/16''
(1326 mm)
± 38 1/16"
(967 mm)
RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR
VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT);
RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR
IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT);

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Positioning reference per layer
Foundation
preparation
PAVER SURFACE OR CONCRETE SLAB


diameter drain hole at the lowest point. This will allow the


COMPACTED GRAVEL BASE









sand setting bed with a mallet.
Note: if the re pit is being installed along with a paver installation, the aggregate base course and
setting bed of pavers can be extended to be used for the re pit installation.
FOR A GAS FIRE PIT,
PLAN THE INSTALLATION
(GAS LINE, RISER) ACCORDINGLY
WITH A PROFESSIONAL LOCALLY
LICENSED BY THE AUTHORITY
HAVING JURISDICTION IN
GAS PIPING. REFER TO
MANUFACTURER'S INSTALLATION
AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.

6
Installation of blocks
LAYER 1



to block.
LAYER 2 TO 3




short amount of time and the block will set in place.
LAYER 4










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SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION.
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RAFFINATO FIREPIT
WOOD FIRE PIT
SLEEVE INSERT INSTALLATION USE STEEL INSERT AS TEMPLATE
3/4
ENSEMBLE POUR INSTALLATION AU GAZ
FOYER RAFFINATO
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LA CONSTRUCTION. LE DESSIN FINAL POUR
CONSTRUCTION DOIT ÊTRE APPROUVÉ PAR UN
INGÉNIEUR.
DESSIN:
ÉCHELLE:
FEUILLE:
I. G.
N.A.E.
FICHIER:
4/4

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RAFFINATO FIREPIT
2ST LAYER
LAYER 2
RECOMMENDED LOCATION ON LAYER 2
FOR IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT)
RECOMMENDED LOCATION ON LAYER 2
FOR VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT)
RECOMMENDED LOCATION ON LAYER 2
FOR VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT)
RAFFINATO 90 mm CORNER BLOCK
BLOC DU COIN RAFFINATO 90 mm
2/4
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SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION.
FINAL DESIGN SHOULD BE APPROVED BY A QUALIFIED,
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER.
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RAFFINATO FIREPIT
1ST LAYER
RAFFINATO 180 mm CORNER BLOCK
LAYER 1 & 3
1/4
Operation
and maintenance


and clean hardwood for burning.

water or any other liquid may cause the metal components of the accessory kit to warp and will
encourage the formation of rust.
FOR A GAS FIRE PIT,
CONSULT ALSO THE MANUFACTURER
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL.

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
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