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Common
Questions: How long will a Patio
Campfire operate using a standard 20lb. LP tank?
The range has been 8-11 hours, when set at Full Open valve setting. (Note:
This may vary and the tank should be checked for fuel level before
operation.)
Has the Patio Campfire been safety tested?
Yes – The Patio Campfire has been tested to ANSI standard test #Z223.1 and
CAN/LGA-B149.2 and is listed by Underwriters Laboratory.
How much heat will a Patio Campfire
Produce?
The Patio Campfire is rated by Underwriters Laboratory for 60,000 BTU’s
using Liquid propane (LP) fuel and 75,000 BTU’s using natural gas (NG) fuel.
Do I need to cover the Patio Campfire when
it’s not in use?
The Patio Campfire is constructed of stainless steel, refractory cement logs
and does not require a cover we do offer a vinyl cover as an option.
Can the Patio Campfire be used in a
covered deck, porch or patio area?
No – The Patio Campfire is rated as an outdoor appliance and should never be
used in any covered room or area.
Do I need to place a protective –
non-combustible surface below the Patio Campfire?
The Patio Campfire has been tested and is listed to be placed on wooden
decks. If the Campfire is placed on synthetic lumber surfaces (any plastic
content or vinyl), we recommend placing a non-combustible protective surface
below the Patio Campfire base as a preventive step.
Do I need to provide a surround for the
Patio Campfire or are there surrounds available?
A surround is not required. There are three choices of pre-engineered
surrounds or you can use rock, bricks, paver blocks.
How far should the LP tank be from the
Patio Campfire?
The hose and regulator is approximately 12 foot long. We recommend the tank
be kept at least 2 feet from the Campfire.
What tools are required for set-up?
A crescent wrench or pliers and a ¾” box wrench are the only tools required.
What maintenance is required for the Patio
Campfire?
Keep all burner ports clean if any obstructions. Check the hose and
ventricle for spider webs if the Patio Campfire has not been used for an
extended time. Soot will build up on the logs and can be washed off with a
normal garden hose.
How far should I keep the Patio Campfire
from combustible walls, fences, or railings?
We recommend 48 inches.
What should be done when finished using
the Patio Campfire?
Turn the red handle on the bail valve to the off position, then turn the gas
valve on the tank to the off position, or using natural gas, shut off valve.
How do I properly light the Patio
Campfire?
Remove vinyl cover if you have one. Find manual gas control valve, place a
burning match or lighter wand on top of burner in middle where ports are
present, slowly turn gas on until burner ignites. If you fail to ignite and
match burns out or flame on wand lighter go out, wait at least 5 minutes to
clear out any gas. Follow complete instructions found on page 8 of the
operating manual. |