Operating Instructions
4 . Clear small area of glass rocks away from the igniter cover (Figure 4) .
5 . Connect LP gas tank per “Installing LP Gas Tank” section .
6 . Turn LP gas tank valve to “OPEN .”
7 . Push and turn control knob to (HIGH) . Continue to hold the control knob in to light .
8 . After the fire pit lights, continue to hold the control knob in for 20 seconds, you will hear
clicking as you hold the knob in for 20 seconds . This heats the thermocouple, a safety
device that stops the gas flow when a fire pit is not lit and warms it up so the gas flow will
continue .
9 . After 20 seconds, release and turn control knob counterclockwise to adjust flame to
desired height .
10 . After three attempts, if ignition does not occur, turn the burner control knob to “ OFF .”
11 . Wait 5 minutes, fan with a newspaper or magazine, and repeat lighting procedure .
12 . If igniter does not light burner:
a . Wearing heat-resistant gloves, position a lit long match or lit long butane lighter near
the pilot housing (Figure 4) .
b . Push and turn control knob to (HIGH) .
c . Remove match/lighter once burner is lit .
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CAUTION: After lighting - using a fire pit tool and heat-resistant
gloves, carefully move the fire glass/lava rock back to their proper
position, being careful to avoid the flame.
13 . After lighting, observe the burner flame . Make sure all burner ports are lit and flame height
matches illustration (Figure 5) .
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CAUTION: If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn control knob
to “ OFF,” wait 5 minutes, fan with a newspaper or magazine, and
repeat lighting procedure.
Turning Off
1 . Turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED .”
2 . Turn control knob to the “ OFF” position .
Note: A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the LP gas is burned .
3 . Disconnect LP gas tank per “Disconnecting LP Gas Tank” section .
Lower Burner Lighting
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DANGER: Failure to follow these lighting instructions may result in
serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing
damage to property.
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WARNING: NEVER light the burner with the cover on the outdoor fire
pit.
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WARNING: Always use this outdoor fire pit on a hard, level, non-
combustible surface such as concrete, rock or stone. An asphalt or
blacktop surface may not be acceptable for this purpose.
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CAUTION: Keep outdoor gas appliance area clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids.
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CAUTION: Do NOT obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
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CAUTION: Check and clean burner/venturi tubes for insects and insect
nests. A clogged tube can lead to a fire.
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CAUTION: If relighting a hot heater,
always wait at least 5 minutes before
relighting.
Note: The upper and lower burners are independent .
Note: This outdoor fire pit is equipped with a pilot
light that allows for safer startups and shutdowns .
Pilot must be lit before main burner can be started .
Lighting
1 . Make sure all labels, packaging and protective
films have been removed from the outdoor fire
pit .
2 . Check for obstructions of airflow to the burner .
Spiders, insects and webs can clog the burner/
venturi tube . A clogged burner tube can lead to
a fire .
3 . The control knobs must be in the “ OFF”
position (Figure 3) .
4 . Connect LP gas tank per “Installing LP Gas
Tank” section .
5 . Slowly turn LP gas tank valve 1 revolution to
“OPEN .”
6 . Push and turn control knob to (HIGH) . Continue
to hold the control knob in to light .
7 . After the fire pit lights, continue to hold the
control knob in for 20 seconds, you will hear
clicking as you hold the knob in for 20 seconds .
This heats the thermocouple, a safety device
that stops the gas flow when a fire pit is not lit
and warms it up so the gas flow will continue .
8 . After 20 seconds, release and turn control knob counterclockwise to adjust heat to desired
temperature .
9 . After three attempts, if ignition does not occur, turn the burner control knob to “ OFF .”
10 . Wait 5 minutes, fan with a newspaper or magazine, and repeat lighting procedure .
11 . If igniter does not light burner:
a . Use a lit matchbook match secured with the lighting hook (included with the outdoor
fire pit) to light the lower burner .
b . Access the burner through the side Panel (Figure 6) .
c . Position lit match near side of burner (Figure 7) .
Important:
Always use the lighting hook (included) when lighting burners with a
match .
d . Push and turn control knob to (HIGH) .
e . Remove match/lighter once burner is lit .
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CAUTION: After lighting - using a fire pit tool and heat-resistant
gloves, carefully move the fire glass/lava rock back to their proper
position, being careful to avoid the flame.
12 . After lighting, observe the burner flame . Make sure all burner ports are lit and flame height
matches illustration (Figure 8) .
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CAUTION: If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn control knob
to “ OFF,” wait 5 minutes, fan with a newspaper or magazine, and
repeat lighting procedure.
TIP:
The burner may be noisy when initially lit . To eliminate excessive noise from the burner
turn the control knob to the (pilot) position, then turn the knob to the level of heat desired .
TIP:
Remove manufacturing oils on this heater for the first time by operating the heater for at
least 15 minutes on (HIGH) . This will “heat clean” the internal parts and dissipate odors .
When Heater is On
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WARNING: Dome and burner are extremely hot to the touch during
operation. Never touch the dome or burner while the heater is
operating. The surface of heater’s emitter can reach temperatures
approaching 1600ºF.
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WARNING: Do NOT touch metal parts of heater until they have
completely cooled to avoid burns, unless you are wearing protective
gear (pot holders, gloves, BBQ mittens, etc.).
• Emitter screen will become bright red due to intense heat . The color is more visible at
night .
• Burner will display tongues of blue and yellow flame . These flames should not be yellow or
produce thick black smoke, indicating an obstruction of airflow through the burners . The
flame should be blue with straight yellow tops (Figure 8) .
• If excessive yellow flame is detected, turn off heater and visit
MrBarBQProducts .com
for
cleaning instructions or call 1-866-439-9800 .
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CAUTION: If burner flame goes out during operation, immediately turn
the control knob to the “ OFF” position, LP gas tank valve “CLOSED”
and let the gas clear for 5 minutes before lighting per “Lighting”
section.
Re-lighting
Note: For your safety, the control knob cannot be turned the the “ OFF” position without first
depressing control knob in (LOW/PILOT) position and then rotating it to “ OFF .”
1 . Turn control knob to “ OFF .”
2 . Wait at least 5 minutes to let gas dissipate, fan with a newspaper or magazine .
3 . Light per “Lighting” section .
Turning Off
1 . Turn control knob clockwise to the (LOW/PILOT) position . Burner will extinguish but pilot
will remain “ON .”
2 . Turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED .”
Note: A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the LP gas is burned .
3 . Disconnect LP gas tank per “Disconnecting LP Gas Tank” section .
Note: After use, some discoloration of the emitter screen is normal .
Cleaning and Care
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CAUTION:
1. All cleaning and maintenance should be done when outdoor fire pit
is cool and with the fuel supply disconnected.
2. Do NOT clean any outdoor fire pit part in a self-cleaning oven. The
extreme heat will damage the finish.
3. Do NOT enlarge valve orifices or burner ports when cleaning the
valves or burners.
Notices
1. This outdoor fire pit should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular basis.
2. Abrasive cleaners will damage this product.
3. NEVER use oven cleaner to clean any part of this outdoor fire pit.
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Figure 8
Burner
Flame
Slight
Yellow
Slight
Blue
Dark
Blue
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