Firegear Key West Series Owners & Installation Manual

Outdoor decorative gas appliance

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A DIVISION OF SKYTECH PRODUCTS GROUP
firegear Outdoors
Key West
Series KWBTO
MODELS: KWBTO - N
Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliance
KWBTO - L
WARNING: FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
Tested by:
919-223
01/28/13

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  • Page 1 A DIVISION OF SKYTECH PRODUCTS GROUP firegear Outdoors Key West Series KWBTO ™ MODELS: KWBTO - N Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliance KWBTO - L WARNING: FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY Tested by: 919-223 01/28/13...
  • Page 2: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Congratulations! You are the owner of a state-of-the-art Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliance by firegear Outdoors. The Key West™ Series Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliance has been designed to provide you with all the warmth and charm of a fire at the flick of a switch. The Key West™ Series Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliance has been approved by Warnock Hersey/Intertek for both safety and efficiency.
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS firegear Outdoors KWBTO Outdoor Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 4: Safety Label

    SAFETY LABEL This is a copy of the label that accompanies each KWBTO Outdoor decorative gas appliance. We have printed a copy of the contents here for your review. firegear Outdoors units are constantly being improved. Check the label on the unit and if there is a difference, the label on the unit is the correct one. For the State of Massachusetts, installation and repair must be done by a plumber or gas fitter licensed in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
  • Page 5 DIMENSIONS " 27" 685.83 12 " 323.60 16" 406.27 NOTE: Optional glass surround shown firegear Outdoors KWBTO Outdoor Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 6: Installation

    SERVICE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT is unfamiliar with the operation to use the THE APPLIANCE AND TO REPLACE The Key West Series Outdoor Decorative Gas decorative gas appliance. ANY PART OF THE CONTROL SYSTEM Appliance must be installed in accordance with these instructions.
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION When selecting a location for your outdoor decorative gas appliance, ensure that the clearances are Appliance is factory equipped for Propane. When met. using Natural Gas, see NG conversion section in this manual. For LP - use a maximum 20 This appliance must be installed in an open-air situation with natural ventilation, without stagnant pound tank or after LP hard pipe conversion, with areas, where gas leakage and products of combustion are rapidly dispersed by wind and natural...
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION • Never insulate around the body of the unit • Excessive heat retention in the firebox will lead to component failure • Correct Working Gas pressure is critical on “E” units and fireplace malfunction • Wherever possible avoid locating on a flat wall in a tight corner •...
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION The top, back and sides of the decorative gas appliance are defined by standoffs. The metal ends of the standoff may be recessed into combustible construction. KWBTO Clearance Requirements 12" (305mm) Table Top to back wall 12" (305mm) Table Top to sidewall 45"...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION 1. Blue push nozzle 2. Main gas outlet 3. Main gas inlet 4. Thermocouple connection firegear Outdoors KWBTO Outdoor Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION º 4. Check all gas connections under normal operating pressure, for leaks, with soapy water. NOTE: If soap bubbles, this would indicate a gas leak. Average LP Tank Burn Times High 20lb Tank 13 Hrs NOTE: Inspect hose before each use of appliance. firegear Outdoors KWBTO Outdoor Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 12 PLATEAU / KEY WEST SERIES INSTALLATION LP HARD LINE CONVERSION THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS FITTER IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION !! Each Kit contains one LP Hard Line Conversion Kit Conversion Kit # 286-972 Contains: Qty.
  • Page 13 PLATEAU / KEY WEST SERIES INSTALLATION 5. Remove connector from end of fl ex line. Remove Diagram 6 connector 6. Connect fl ex line to valve fi tting. Connect fl ex line to valve Diagram 7 7. Bring gas to appliance. The connector removed in previous steps can be used on the inlet side of the regulator.
  • Page 14: Conversion From Lp To Ng

    PLATEAU / KEY WEST SERIES INSTALLATION CONVERSION FROM LP TO NG THIS CONVERSION MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED GAS FITTER IF IN DOUBT DO NOT DO THIS CONVERSION !! 3. Slide burner away from orifi ce and remove as shown below in Diagram 3.
  • Page 15 PLATEAU / KEY WEST SERIES INSTALLATION 8. Install regulator bracket onto unit base with 2 screws. Connect fl ex line to 6. Remove panel (90º to the right of the ON/OFF switch). Lift panel up slightly regulator—position regulator onto bracket.
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION PLATEAU / KEY WEST SERIES 11. Connect fl ex line to valve fi tting. Connect fl ex line to valve Diagram 12 12. Attach the label "this unit has been converted to NG" near on top of the serial # decal.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION Before you start: Stainless must be inspected for scratches and dimples prior to installation. All claims to be recorded at this time. Claims for damage after installation will not receive consideration. To protect the finish during installation and handling - cotton gloves MUST be worn at all times while handling the panels (even when removing protective coating).
  • Page 18 INSTALLATION Evenly spread the fireglass and optional Lava Stones over the burner. Ensure the glass (or stones) do not overlap too much as this will effect the flame pattern. IMPORTANT NOTE: Only the supplied approved fireglass and Lava stones are to be used with these fireplaces. Use of any other type of glass or stones can alter the unit's per- formance, any damage caused by the use of any unapproved glass or stones will not be covered under warranty.
  • Page 19: Log Set Installation

    PLATEAU / KEY WEST SERIES INSTALLATION LOG SET INSTALLATION Read the instructions below carefully and refer to the images. If the logs 4. Install Log C over Log A as shown below. are broken do not use the unit until they are replaced. Broken logs can interfere with pilot operation.
  • Page 20: Optional Glass Surround Installation

    PTO28 INSTALLATION OPTIONAL GLASS SURROUND INSTALLATION 1. Remove metal fasteners from the corner brackets. 4b. Use supplied spacer tool to determine where the bottom bracket should be placed and secured. 2. Assemble the 4 pieces of the glass surround and fasten together with Bottom Bracket 4 corner top brackets and supplied nylon fasteners as shown below.
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION GLASS SURROUND COVER LEAF COVER For all units with glass surround installed: 1. Place the leaf cover over the fireglass when not in use. 1. Place the weather cover over the fireglass surround when not in use. WEATHER COVER For all units: 1.
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  • Page 23 INSTALLATION The lighting plate is located on the underside of the front access panel in the unit. firegear Outdoors KWBTO Outdoor Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 24 Always turn off the gas supply before cleaning. For relighting, refer to lighting instructions. Keep the burner and control compartment clean by brushing and vacuuming at least once a year. When cleaning the logs, use a soft clean paint brush as the logs are fragile and easily damaged. Clean off leaves etc.
  • Page 25 Turn unit and gas off - allow unit to cool to room temperature before 2. Disconnect wires to switch. servicing. 3. Squeeze top and bottom of switch. º 4. Push switch outwards. 5. Replace with new switch. 6. Reverse steps. firegear Outdoors KWBTO Outdoor Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 26 3. Turn off gas supply and remove flex connection at valve. Turn the unit off and allow to cool to room temperature. Remove cover, glass, stones, or twigs, if installed. 4. Remove 4 screws to remove valve assembly - see locations in Diagram Remove Table Top - see instructions in this manual.
  • Page 27: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Key West Bistro table - Base 286-932 Bistro table Glass Surround 286-924 Table Top (Grey) 286-927 Table Top (Stainless) 286-574/P Valve Assembly - LP 911-129 Valve Only - NG/LP 910-053 Regulator NG 3.5" 910-054 Regulator NG 10" 904-690 Orifice #31 - NG 904-641 Orifice #50 - LP...
  • Page 28 PARTS LIST 286-006 Valve Tray 286-013 Burner Tray 286-525 PTO28 burner 286-008 Tray mount 286-007 Drainage Bracket 286-014 Inner burner tray Thermocouple hood 286-010 Burner bracket 286-011 Burner bracket 2 286-012 Burner bracket 3 Valve (SIT) 286-017 Valve Bracket (SIT) 286-016 Valve Holder 286-031...
  • Page 29 NOTES firegear Outdoors KWBTO Outdoor Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 30 NOTES firegear Outdoors KWBTO Outdoor Gas Fireplace...
  • Page 31: Warranty

    WARRANTY A DIVISION OF SKYTECH PRODUCTS GROUP The combustion chamber is covered for parts only, against defect in manufacture only, for a period of (5) fi ve years from date of purchase. The gas valve, burner tube, pilot assembly, fl ame sensor, electrode, control modules, switches and wiring for battery compartment are all covered for (2) two years on parts against defect in manufacture, from date of purchase.
  • Page 32 © Copyright 2013. All rights reserved. Printed in Canada...

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