Skytech Fire Pits
REV. 11-15-12 Page 5
WARNING:
Proper clearances from combustible, construction and materials must be maintained from all sides, top and
bottom of this appliance. This appliance should never be placed on any combustible surface. This appliance should
never be placed under any combustibles closer then 96-inches. This appliance should never be placed closer than
36-inches from any side to any combustible construction or materials (See fig. 2, pg. 4).
PREPARING A NON-COMBUSTIBLE STRUCTURE
The Fire Pit is to be installed on a flat, stable surface, away from any combustible materials. Install Fire Pit on any level,
outdoor non-combustible surface.
NOTE
: Do not place fire pit directly on grass, dirt, or rocks this may prevent proper
ventilation (Fig. 1, pg. 3).
HARD PIPING TO FIRE PIT WITHOUT GAS PROXIMITY
NOTE:
We recommend using 3/4” black iron pipe however please refer to the NFPA54 (National Fuel Gas Code) for
proper pipe sizing when exceeding 20-feet in length for fire pits rated above 100,000 Btu’s.
1. Turn
OFF
gas supply system.
NOTE
: All gas connections (except for brass to brass) require the following. Clean pipe
threads using either a wire brush or steel wool. Apply Teflon tape or pipe sealant to the steel fittings before making any
connection.
BE CAREFUL!
Ensure all gas connections are snug, but not over tighten!
2. Extend the gas supply system using minimum of ¾” black iron pipe or an approved flexible gas line from existing house
supply. This can be accomplished by teeing off or tapping into a convenient gas line connection. Install necessary pipe
for the distance required and then install a manual shut-off valve at the exterior house wall. If pipe is to pass through a
foundation or house wall, make sure to re-seal the area around the pipe with weather sealant.
3. From manual valve, extend gas pipe to the Fire Pit location.
NOTE:
If pipe is to be placed in an underground trench,
check with local codes for required depth and materials needed.
4. Install a ¾” female x ½” male flared brass fitting to the end of the ¾” black iron pipe. Be sure to clean the pipe threads
and use Teflon tape or pipe sealant.
5. Connect the ½” female flared flex connector from the Fire Pit to the ½” male flared brass fitting secured to the black iron
pipe.
Note
: Flare to flare connections do not require Teflon tape or pipe sealant.
IMPORTANT
Installation of Natural or LP gas should be done by a qualified installer, service agency or gas supplier.
The appliance and its manual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of the system at test pressure testing of the system at test pressures in excess of ½ psig (3.5kPa).
This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than ½ psig (3.5kPa)
NOTE:
LP conversion kits are available in the Replacement Parts
section of this manual. When converting a Fire Pit ensure you
follow the instructions supplied with the
conversion kit
.
VENTILATION FOR NON-COMBUSTIBLE ENCLOSURE
Fire pits are subjected to many outdoor elements such as
rain, snow, wind, heat or cold.
A minimum of 18 square
inches of cross ventilation (2 sides) is required to keep the
components in good working order.
Use figure 3 as guide
to assist to incorporate proper ventilation.
NOTE
: Ventilation is
not required at the bottom and may also be incorporated in the
upper portion of an enclosure.
Fire Pit
Enclousure
2”x3”
Fire Pit
Examples of Cross Ventilation
3 - 2”x3” Slots Per Side or
2- 1” x 9” Slots Per Side
Cross Flow Ventilation
(Min. 18 Sq. In. Per Side)
Figure 3. Cross Ventilation Example
HIGH ELEVATION INSTALLATION
This appliance is listed for elevations from 0-4500 feet in
Canada and the U.S. If elevation exceeds 4500 feet it may be
necessary to decrease the input rating by changing the exist-
ing burner orifice to a smaller size. Input should be reduced
4% for each 1000 feet beyond the 4500 feet above sea level.
Check with your local gas utility for assistance in determining
the proper orifice in your location. In some cases the heating
value may already be reduced and downsizing the orifice may
not be necessary.
