Cal Flame LTR20091006 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Duplication without written consent defects or other reproductive is strictly prohibited. harm are found in and/or creat- Cal Flame ® is a registered trademark. ed by the combustion of natural Due to continuous improvement programs, gas, propane, butane and other all models, operation, and/or specifications fuels.
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Placement and Location • Cal Flame fireplaces and firepits are designed for outdoor use only . • Never locate this appliance in a building, garage, or any other en- closed room or under a sealed overhead structure, or in any type of enclosed area such as a garage, shed, or breezeway.
  • Page 4 • Do not block the vents located near the base of your firepit or fireplace as gas may build up in case of leak and cause serious damage. • Do not install or operate your fireplace in such a manner that the cross ventilation openings are blocked.
  • Page 5 • Keep all electrical supply cords away from the heated areas of the fireplace or firepit. • Never use the fireplace or firepit in windy conditions. If used in a consistently windy area a windbreak will be required. Always ad- here to the specified clearances listed in this manual.
  • Page 6 • More frequent cleaning may be required as necessary. It is impera- tive the control compartment, burner and circulation air passage- ways of the appliance be kept clean and free. • Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the ap- pliance must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
  • Page 7: Location

    48 inches (1.2 m) 72 inches (1.8 m) Your Cal Flame firepit or fireplace is designed and in- tended for OUTDOOR USE ONLY in a well ventilated space and must not be used inside a building, garage, or any other enclosed area .
  • Page 8: Leak Testing Procedure

    Leak Testing Procedure Perform a leak test at least once a year whether the gas supply cylinder has been disconnected or not. In addition, whenever the gas cylinder is connected to the regulator or whenever any part of the gas system is disconnected or replaced, perform a leak test.
  • Page 9: Liquid Propane (Lp)

    Liquid Propane (LP) Requirements The 20 lb LP gas supply cylinder used with LP models must be con- structed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP-gas cylinders as required by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the CAN/CSA B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transpor- tation of Dangerous Goods.
  • Page 10 2) Having at least two ventilation openings at cylinder valve level in the side wall, equally sized, spaced at 180 degrees (3.14 rad), and unobstructed. Make sure each opening has a total free area of not less then ½ square inch per pound (3.2 sq. cm/kg) of stored fuel capacity and not less then a total free area of 10 square inches (64.5 sq.
  • Page 11 Connection Inspect the hose shipped with the unit for damage. Never attempt to use damaged or plugged equipment. See your local LP gas dealer for repairs. After inspecting the LP hose shipped with the unit, connect the end with the female fitting on the hose to the male fitting on the on/off gas valve at the end of the hose.
  • Page 12: Natural Gas

    Natural Gas The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any 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 individual manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).
  • Page 13: Fireplace Burner Installation

    Fireplace Burner Installation This procedure describes how to access the gas lines for installation. Gas installation should be performed by a qualified contractor. Slide the hearth base out of the fireplace. Pull the gas flex line through the slot in the hearth base and connect it to the burn- Slide the burner into the slot in the hearth base.
  • Page 14 While holding the burner in place, extend the wire from the burner to the sparker switch located on the right side of the fireplace. Con- nect the wire to the electric sparker. Slide the hearth base back into the fireplace. 2009 Fireplaces and Firepits LTR20091006, Rev.
  • Page 15: Fire Pit Burner Installation

    Fire Pit Burner Installation The log set and crushed lava rock are shipped together on applicable models. Remove the log set and un-pack all components. The logs are fragile -- use care when handling. Turn the fire pit on its side. Connect the piezoelectric starter and attach the flex hose for the gas supply.
  • Page 16 Set the burner in the center of the pit. Place the rocks on top of and around the burner. Arrange the log set on top. 2009 Fireplaces and Firepits LTR20091006, Rev. B www.calspas.com...
  • Page 17: Fireplace Log Set Placement

    Fireplace Log Set Placement The log set, log grate and crushed lava rock are shipped together on applicable models. Remove the log set and un-pack all components. The logs are fragile -- use care when handling. Once the fireplace is in position, level and safely hooked up to the proper fuel supply, install the log grate over the plate burner.
  • Page 18: Fire On Ice" Glass Placement

    Some fire pit owners have the “Fire on Ice” option which uses decora- tive glass chips instead of lava rocks and a log set. (This option is avail- able to all fire pit owners and may be ordered directly from Cal Flame. See page 25 for order information.) You will receive two bags of different colored glass.
  • Page 19: High Elevation Installation

    To The Authorized Gas Appliance Installer: All Cal Flame fireplaces and firepits are shipped from the factory equipped to burn on liquid propane fuel. Enclosed with this kit is a natural gas conversion kit for converting this unit to natural gas. To perform this conversion, follow the directions below and to the local regulation standards in your area.
  • Page 20 low a controlled amount of air flow through the screen and into the fuel supply tube. Flame should have good retention. For a proper burn and as a general rule, the air shutter for propane installation should be completely open, and the air shutter for NG installation should be mostly closed.
  • Page 21: Operation

    Operation WARNING: DO NOT use solid fuel, such as wood or charcoal, in gas fueled fireplaces or fire pits. Upon completing the gas line connection, a small amount of air will be in the lines. When the first lighting the burner, it will take a few seconds for the lines to purge themselves of this air.
  • Page 22: Lighting Instructions For Automatic Starter

    • Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Imme- diately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water. •...
  • Page 23: What To Do If You Smell Gas

    To Turn Off Gas Turn the ON/OFF valve to the off position at the unit for natural gas unit. For LP unit, turn the ON/OFF valve to the OFF position at the unit and then turn the valve on the LP tank to the OFF position clockwise. NOTE The propane regulator in this appliance is equipped with a low flow protection device.
  • Page 24: Lighting Your Wood Burning Fireplace

    Lighting Your Wood Burning Fireplace Your wood burning fireplace is designed to use a grate to hold the wood to be burned approximately 2”-3” off the base. This allows air to get to the bottom of the wood and gives room for ash to accumulate. Do not attempt to burn wood in your appliance without a proper grate installed.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    The cover will help protect your firepit/fireplace from detrimental effects of weather and environmental pollutants (see your local Cal Flame dealer for details). Before installing the cover make sure the unit is shut off, that the gas lines are disconnected and that the unit has had sufficient time to cool.
  • Page 26: Appendix

    Appendix Replacement Parts Call 1-800-CAL-SPAS for any replacement parts not listed below. Be sure to have model name and number available. Fireplace Parts 18” Log Set BBQ08000610 24” Log Set BBQ08000620 18” Grate BBQ08210650 Square Burner BBQ07210005 Rectangle Burner BBQ04100076 Metal Plate BBQ04100075 30”...
  • Page 27 Firepit Parts NG Orifice .125 BBQ04100077 Propane Orifice #43 BBQ04100078 Replacement Crushed Lava Rock Kit FP0100 Replacement Fire Pit Electronic Igniter FP0102 Replacement Fire Pit Gas Control Knob FP0103 Replacement Fire Pit Propane Fuel Hose FP0104 With Regulator Fire On Ice, 3/8” Peridot, Fire Glass Crys- BBQ04100065 tals, 20 lbs/bag Fire On Ice, 1/4”...
  • Page 28: Specifications

    Specifications Fireplace Specifications LP Gas Natural Gas Max . Input BTU/ 51,037 55,000 Orifice Size #42 (0.0860) #26 (0.147) Manifold Pressure 10” Water Column 7” Water Column Maximum Gas 11” Water Column 7” Water Column Supply Pressure Maximum Inlet 13” Water Column 7”...
  • Page 29: 2009 Warranty

    2009 Warranty See your Cal Flame dealer for a copy of the applicable warranty, details and any questions you may have regarding the warranty coverage on your fire pit or fireplace. L.M.S. warrants the fire pits and fireplaces from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the original date of purchase.
  • Page 30 (i.e., the individual, legal entity or registered customer whose name appears on the original receipt or warranty card filed with Cal Flame) – provided that the purchase was made through an authorized Cal Flame dealer and is subject to the following condition and limitations: •...
  • Page 31 2009 Fireplaces and Firepits LTR20091006, Rev. B www.calspas.com...
  • Page 32 CONTACT INFORMATION For customer service, please contact your authorized dealer immediately. If you need additional information and/or assistance, please contact: Customer Service Department 1462 East Ninth Street Pomona, CA 91766 Toll Free: 1-800-CAL-SPAS Fax: 1-909-629-3890 www .calspas .com LTR20091006, Rev. B 3/30/09...

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