Page 1: Table Of Contents
fire pit installation and user manual C O N T E N T S Standards Page 2 Product Ratings Page 2 Product Warnings Page 3 Location of the Fire Pit Page 6 Fire Pit Clearances Page 7 Unpacking Page 7 General Lifting Guide Page 8 Installation and Operation Page 10 Media Installation Page 16...
Page 2: Standards
This user manual contains information that is critical to the installation and operations of your Solus Fire Pits. For safety, please follow these instructions carefully. This fire pit conform to the following standards: ANSI Z21.97 – 2004 / CSA 2.41 -2017 Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliance 2.17-2017 Gas-Fired Appliances For Use at High Altitudes...
Page 3: Product Warnings
PRODUCT WARNINGS DANGER : If you smell gas: 1) Shut off gas to the appliance. 2) Extinguish any open flame. 3) If the odor continues, keep away from appliances and immediately call the gas supplier or fire department. WARNING : For Outdoor Use Only WARNING : Only Licensed Gas Fitters and Electricians are allowed to install and perform repair services on this fire pit...
Page 4 WARNING : All fire pits with an electric start system, must have an electrical shut off (wall switch or breaker) on the exterior of the fire pit or on an adjacent wall to allow for emergency shutdown and maintenance. WARNING : Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.
Page 5 WARNING : All Solus vessels for Natural and Liquid Propane Gas are vented at the bottom. The ventilation allows for heat and/or residual fuel to escape. The vents also function as a drain to prevent water build-up. These vents must not be blocked or tampered with at any time.
Page 6: Location Of The Fire Pit
All Solus Decor fire pits are intended and designed for Outdoor Use Only. Stable Surface The Solus fire pit vessel must be placed on a stable and flat surface. Select a location with good drainage that allows easy access for installation and maintenance of the fire pit.
Page 7: Fire Pit Clearances
Gas Shut Off All Fire pits must have a gas shut-off mechanism located outside of the appliance. This gas shut-off mechanism must be accessible for emergency shut-off and maintenance. Please note that the Key Ball Valve outside the vessel of this firepit is not a shut-off mechanism. This Key Ball Valve is used to regulate the flame height and flame intensity.
Page 8: General Lifting Guide
The fire pit will arrive in an exquisite crate, fully foamed padded. Carefully inspect the crate for damages during delivery. Open the crate immediately if any damages are observed. Document the damages through photographs and report to Solus Decor at once. Crate Check Customers are required to report any crate damages within 24 hours of receiving the crates.
Page 9 Product Type Number of Person Needed to Lift Hemi 26 2 (Strap Attached) Hemi 36 Hemi 48 4 (Strap Attached) Halo 36 Low Base Halo 36 Low Top EHA 36 Box EHA 36 Top Halo Low 48 Base Halo Low 48 Top...
Page 10: Installation And Operation
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION WARNING: Installation and repair must be done by Licensed Gas Fitters. The fire pit must be inspected before use and at least checked or serviced annually by a qualified service technician. Cleaning may be required frequently as necessary. When a fire pit is not in use, an all-weather cover or metal top must be used to avoid water and moisture build-up and to protect the fire pit from environmental hazards ●...
Page 11 ● Gas Requirement : Consistent Inlet Gas Pressure is required to avoid weak THIS IS AN ABSOLUTE PRIORITY . pilot flame and burner dropouts. reading must be recorded and written on the installer’s card and must be given to the owner/end user. Owner’s must keep this card for future use and servicing.
Page 12 Locate all the components ● Installer’s Package ● 3” Valve Keys ● 1/2” Yellow Flex Line ● Auto Burner Assembly with Dual Gas Valve ● Concrete Bowl – Ball Valve Page 12 of 32...
Page 13 Gas Connection ● Make sure that the gas shut-off valve (emergency shut-off valve) of the appliance is closed when connecting the gas lines. ● Locate the Ball Valve inside the concrete bowl/vessel. This valve is supplied with flared fitting at both ends. ●...
Page 14 Operation Turning ON the Electronic Ignition System - NG ○ Read instructions very carefully. ○ Remove any covers prior to operation. ○ Confirm that the gas shut-off valve (emergency shut-off valve) is open. ○ Locate the Ball Valve and the electrical shut-off switch/timer. Page 14 of 32...
Page 15 Ignition By using the 3” Key (supplied), fully open the Ball Valve freely by turning the shaft counter-clockwise. Turn on the electrical shut-off switch/timer (not supplied) to initiate electronic ignition operation. The sparker will try to ignite the pilot for about 7 seconds until it is lit.
Page 16: Media Installation
WARNING: Do not install any refractory stones (decorative river rocks) or lava rocks that are not supplied by Solus Decor. Landscape stones and other natural materials may explode when heated . WARNINGS: Do not dump media over the burner and or the nozzles.
Page 17 WARNING: Improper media installation may cause regressed pilot flame, burner ignition issue or can damage the thermocouple and thermosensor. Lava Rock Bed Cover the entire burner plate with lava rock. Add enough layers of lava rocks until it reaches the underside of the burner.
Page 18: General Care And Maintenance
GENERAL CARE AND MAINTENANCE KEEP THE FIRE PIT COVERED WHEN NOT IN USE Ensure that gas and power (when applicable) are shut off and the fire pit is cool before performing any service and maintenance. We recommend that a qualified service technician performs the following maintenance procedure at the beginning of each fire pit season.
Page 19 Cleaning of Pilot Assembly A clean and clear pilot assembly is important to the operation of the fire pit. Pilot not lighting, gas valve not opening, gas flow not initiating, flame dropouts, to name a few are common occurrences of a dirty and un-maintained pilot assembly. Hence regular inspection and maintenance is recommended.
Page 20 2. Inlet Orifice The Pilot Orifice can be removed from the bottom of the pilot assembly (bottom of burner plate) using a 7/16 wrench. Clean the two (2) tiny holes on top of the Inlet Orifice and ensure that you can see through the 2 tiny holes.
Page 21: End Of The Season Checklist
END OF THE SEASON CHECKLIST When the fire pit is not going to be used for months (although it can be enjoyed year round), it is important to follow this end of the season checklist. Shut off Main Gas Supply and Electrical Switch This is to avoid accidental ignition.
Page 22: Start Of The Season Checklist
If the recommendations were followed, this fire pit should be as good as ready. Remove Cover. Solus provided all-weather covers are water resistant. Check the burner/pilot assembly and media for moisture. If they are wet, allow the components to dry. Please see the troubleshooting guide for instructions.
Page 23: Troubleshooting
Clean the exteriors. Clean the fire pit’s exterior and get ready to enjoy another season of outdoor living. Use a hot soapy water, let it dry, then apply a stone sealer or enhancer (available in most DIY shops). Caution : Apply/Test on a small area before applying fully. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Turn off the fire pit and let it cool before servicing.
Page 24 Incorrect gas pressure Verify Inlet Gas Pressure is within recommended ranges, adjust if needed Dirty Inlet Orifice Clean the Orifice / Follow General Care and Maintenance Procedure Dirty Pilot Assembly Clean pilot assembly / Follow General Care and Maintenance Procedure Steady pilot flame but burner Inlet gas pressure too low Contact a technician.
Page 25: Warranty Information
However, things can happen along the way. The purchaser, upon receipt of the crate, must visually inspect the crate for damages. Report any crate damages to Solus within 24 hours. Additionally, the content of the crate must be visually inspected within 48 hours. Report to Solus immediately.
Page 26 It is a very rare occasion that a vessel will fracture. Solus will replace cracked and broken concrete vessels resulting from structural defects. Client is responsible for any costs associated with crating, shipping, handling, re-installation labour or disposal of replaced products or components.
Page 27: Parts List
Ignition Control P02017 Transformer P02007 Spark Wire P02010 Wiring Harness P02074 Solus (NG) AUTO Burner Package P02075 Solus (NG) ADJ AUTO Burner Package A01829 NG to LP / ELEC Conversion Kit (Includes P02020) P02023 Quick Connect Assembly Page 27 of 32...
Page 28: Optional Accessories
ACCESSORIES All Weather Covers Metal Table Tops Page 28 of 32...
Page 29 Hardwood Table Tops Fire Stones Glass WindShields Page 29 of 32...
Page 30 Tank Table Page 30 of 32...
Page 31: Product Registration
PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for purchasing a Solus Firepit! To protect your investment, please register your fire pit within 30 days of installation. Please supply all the required information at the time of installation. As noted in our Limited Product Warranty, professional registration number and gas pressure and input voltage readings are required to engage a warranty claim in the unlikely event that one is necessary.
Page 32 Canada Or scan and email to info@solusdecor.com Or complete online at: www.solusdecor.com/warranty UK/EU/Spain - Return to: Solus Decor Ltd - UK Horsley Rd, East Horsley, Cobham, KT11 3JX, United Kingdom Or scan and email to info@solusdecor.com Or complete online at: www.solusdecor.co.uk/warranty...

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