Mimosa Signature 0346217, Instruction Manual

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Operating Instructions
Preparation
1. To get the fire started, you will need material that can be readily ignited
or kindling and you will need firewood to fuel the fire.
2. Gather these materials before attempting to light the fire so you are
prepared.
3. If the available firewood is too large, cut, trim or split the firewood to fit in
the fire pit without overhang.
4. Don’t overload the fire pit. As a general rule, the maximum fuel load is
half the area provided for the fire to burn. In a firebox, this means you
cannot fill the box above half. In a fire bowl, this means you cannot fill the
bowl more than half the diameter of the bowl.
5. Don’t arrange the fuel in tight bunches. Allow space between the
firewood pieces to ensure good air movement in the fire.
Lighting
1. Place a layer of dry kindling such as sticks or twigs. You can also use
firelighters.
2. Place a small amount of firewood directly above the kindling.
3. Use a long match or a gas lighter to light the kindling.
Maintaining the Fire
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Wear oven mitts or protective gloves when tending to the fire.
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After the fire has been established, add more firewood directly on top of
the fire as desired but do this gradually to avoid overloading.
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Use a poker to reposition coals and improve airflow as desired.
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Never pour Petrol, Kerosene, Diesel, lighter fluid or alcohol onto the firepit.
Extinguishing
Allow the fire to burn out. Do not douse the fire with water, the sudden
temperature change can cause immediate damage to the fire pit.