- FP2785T & FP2085T Thermocouple Equipped Fire Pits -
Lighting Instructions and Troubleshooting Guide
To Light the Fire Pit:
1.
Depress the valve knob with your hand (do not use
tools or other devices that may cause damage). Turn
the knob counterclockwise approximately 90° from the
start point. Release the knob. If you can turn the knob
further counterclockwise, but hit a stop which does not
allow you to go back to the start point when turning
clockwise, you are in the correct position.
2.
With the knob against the stop point, you are at the low
flame height set point. Locate the igniter push button
and depress it to begin the igniter sparking.
3. (a)
Once the igniter is sparking, depress the gas valve
knob to allow the flow of gas to begin. The flame should
ignite within 2-15 seconds. If the flame ignites and
remains present, skip ahead to step 4. If the flame does
not ignite release the gas valve knob and igniter button
and proceed to step 3(b).
(b)
If you have depressed the igniter button and gas
valve knob as above but the burner flame has not
ignited after 15 seconds, immediately release the gas
valve knob and igniter button and allow a sufficient
amount of time for the dissipation of gas from the area,
as accumulated gas can be extremely dangerous and
cause serious injury or even result in fatalities. It is
recommended to allow 10-15 minutes of time to pass
before attempting to light the appliance again. Longer
periods may be required if the appliance is in an
enclosed area blocking wind and air from circulating
around it. It is recommended to use a fan in restricted
areas to help clear the area of residual gas before
attempting to relight the appliance. Natural gas is lighter
than atmospheric air, and will tend to rise and collect in
higher areas, while propane is heavier than
atmospheric air, and will accumulate in lower areas.
(c)
Once adequate time has passed and steps have
been taken to dissipate any residual gas, inspect the
igniter rod and thermocouple. Ensure that the media in
the combustion area is not piled up and/or covering
around the igniter and thermocouple locations. Both
should be covered with a minimum of one layer of
media, but still visible (see below).
Also ensure that the igniter rod has not become bent
and that it is not touching the brass stud below it. There
should be an approximately 1/4” to 3/8” gap between
the igniter rod and the brass stud. If no spark is present,
check to ensure that wiring is properly connected to the
igniter rod and there are no cracks or exposed bare
wire. Also change the battery in the igniter if necessary.
(d)
Repeat step 3(a). If flame fails to ignite, repeat steps
3(b), 3(c), and 3(d). However, it is recommended that
you contact a qualified technician to properly and safely
address the issue.
4. (a)
Once you have visually confirmed that the flame is
present in the combustion area, continue to keep the
gas valve knob depressed and allow the flame to heat
the thermocouple. After approximately 15-30 seconds,
slowly release the gas valve knob. Once fully released
the flame should continue to be present and continue to
run. If the flame is present, continue to step 5. If the
flame goes out, go to step 3(b) and follow the steps
from there back to the present point in the process.
START POINT
(OFF POSITION)
STOP POINT (LOWEST FLAME HEIGHT)
90° TURN
THERMOCOUPLE
IGNITER ROD
(CONTINUED ON OTHER SIDE)
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