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ELECTRONIC IGNITION FIRE PIT INSERT TOR-PENTA25EI TOR-36X14SSEI EI Series On/Off Models Installation & Operation Instructions Hearth Products Controls Fire-inspired since 1975. 860-EI ON/OFF...
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This is a Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol on the fire pit insert, or in this manual, look for one of the following signal word panels alerting you to the potential for personal injury, death, or major property damage.
Table of Contents Important Safety Information ....................... 3 Technical Support ........................3 Symbol Legend ......................... 4 Important Safety Information for Installers ................5 Important Safety Information for End-Users ................6 Product Features and Parts List ....................7 Selecting the Fire Pit Location ..................... 8 Overhead Structures and Sidewall Clearance Requirements ...........
Important Safety Information • Hearth Products Controls Company recommends that our products are installed INSTALLER: by professionals locally licensed by the authority having jurisdiction in gas piping. Leave this manual with All installation instructions must be followed to ensure proper performance and the appliance.
Important Safety Information Symbol Legend This is a Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol on the fire pit insert, or in this manual, look for one of the following signal word panels alerting you to the potential for personal injury, death, or major property damage.
Important Safety Information Please reference page 1 for all warnings. Important Safety Information for Installers Leave this manual with the end-user and instruct them to retain it for future reference. Instructions and product updates are also available at www.hpcfire.com under the Support tab. Installers must carefully follow the instructions in this manual to prevent personal injury or property loss.
24 and 12 VAC powered fire pit inserts: - Fire Pit will not perform properly if power supply rating is below 100W, or wire size is too small. - HPC highly recommends using our HPC/Sebco 24 and 12 VAC 100W power supply series •...
Product Features and Parts List Product Features Burner *With optional Torpedo™ Burner Ignition System Blowout Box EI On/Off Control Box Parts List • Fire Pit Insert • Gas Input Flex Line – 24" • Installation and Operation Instructions...
It is recommended that material such as granite, marble IMPORTANT or other dense stone be kept away from heat and especially flame due to risk of cracking. HPC is not responsible for damage resulting from failure to follow these recommendations.
Overhead Structures and Sidewall Clearance Requirements It is important to review the clearance requirements below for any type of overhead structure such as pergola, roof, overhang, screens, arbor, etc. or a sidewall to ensure that the distances are met. Figures 4.1 and 4.2. Table 4.1 –...
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Overhead Structures and Sidewall Clearance Requirements Table 4.2 – Clearances for standard fire pit up to 201k to 400k BTU...
• The weight of the fire pit must be supported by the pan and not by any control/ valve box. • HPC recommends that the pan lip is recessed on a trough (linear), and large round enclosures, Figure 5.1. NOTE: HPC cannot guarantee the lip on all our products will be perfectly flat and will not warp due to heat.
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36 square inches or more of free area are acceptable for large units to prevent overtempts to the electronics. - Ventilation along the bottom of the enclosure allows for a full open design is acceptable as well. HPC unfinished enclosures reflect this ventilation.
Installing the Fire Pit Ensure unit is set to proper gas type before installing fire pit into enclosure. If gas type IMPORTANT is incorrect, follow steps below before continuing to Installation Steps: UGO™ Orifice Gas Style Setting: 1. Using a 2.5mm hex driver to loosen set screw on the back side of orifice and rotate collar. Once set lightly snug the set screw to lock down the collar but do not over tighten.
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Installing the Fire Pit Fuel line • Fire pit must have a gas shutoff on the outside of the exterior of the fire pit to allow for emergency shut off and maintenance. The gas shutoff should not be used to adjust flame height.
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Installing the Fire Pit 6. Turn on gas supply, purge gas lines of air and perform leak test on all inlet connections. Repair as needed. 7. Initial Start-up after install: Several “ON/OFF” cycles may be necessary to purge air in gas lines after system installation.
Adding Approved Media WARNING FOR GLASS MEDIA USAGE WITH LP GAS - WHEN USING APPROVED DECORATIVE GLASS TO COVER BURNER APPLY ONLY ENOUGH TO HIDE BURNER. APPLYING OVER 1/2" MAY CREATE BACK PRESSURE AND GAS LEAKAGE FROM AIR MIXER RESULTING IN LP POOLING UNDER FIRE PIT. WARNING FOR GLASS MEDIA USAGE WITH LP GAS - THE UNIT MUST BE TESTED WITH MEDIA OVER BURNER FOR CONFIRMATION OF NO BACK PRESSURE CREATING...
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Adding Approved Media Application of Approved Media Please follow the instructions below to add the final addition to your fire pit. Particular attention needs to be on the pilot assembly area. Incorrect media installation will cause the pilot flame to suffocate and turn off pit or delay main burner ignition.
Operating the Fire Pit • Before use, be sure to test all gas connections for leaks. Do not use fire pit if there is any evidence of leaking gas. If leaking gas suspected, turn off the main gas supply and repair immediately. •...
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Operating the Fire Pit Start-up DANGER Initial Start-up: Several “ON/OFF” cycles may be If you smell gas: necessary to purge air in gas lines after system 1) Shut off gas to appliance. installation. Fire pit will lockout after 15 attempts to light 2) Extinguish any open flame.
Maintaining the Fire Pit • Any guard or protective device removed for servicing must Service be replaced prior to operating the fire pit. We suggest that our products • We suggest that our products be serviced annually by a be serviced by a professional professional certified in the US by the National Fireplace certified in the US by the Institute (NFI) as NFI Gas Specialists.
Troubleshooting Service Table 10.1 and 10.2, below indicates some potential causes and countermeasures to the symptoms We suggest that our products be indicated in bold type. Please contact your retailer serviced by a professional certified in or certified technician for service and repair. the US by the National Fireplace •...
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Troubleshooting 12v units only Error Number & Problem Possible Causes Solution Description New install – May take several attempts Air in gas line No gas flow – Gas not ON or Confirm gas is ON upstream Debris in line – insulation, dirt, plastic, etc. line obstruction Pilot orifice dirty or clogged Remove orifice and clean (Section 9)
Wiring Diagram 120VAC Models: 24VAC Models: (Included in fire pit control box) (Power supply sold separately) 311-PSI, 311-PS3, 311-PS5 NOTE: 100W Output Required Both Models:...
For a complete list of accessories, visit www.hpcfire.com Figure 12.1 – Fire pit cover Replacement Parts Please contact your dealer for parts – if unsure please contact HPC or visit our website at www.hpcfire.com and we will be happy to help you. Pilot Assembly...
4) Stainless Steel Pan, Valve Box: Commercial-1 year; Residential-5 years Warranty commences from the date of original sale / shipment from HPC FOB Dayton, Ohio. This warranty is for parts and in-house (HPC) labor. The defective product must be sent back to HPC with a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) issued by HPC for that specific product and any other additional information for the nature of the defect or warranty claim.
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