INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference
Burner conforms to: ANSI Z21.97/CSA 2.41 - (2014/03/01) “Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliances”
We recommend that our re pits be
installed and serviced by professionals
that are certied in the U.S. by NFI
(National Fireplace Institute)
DANGER - IF YOU SMELL GAS
1. Shut o gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open ame.
3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas
supplier or re department.
WARNING
Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance. An LP-cyllinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor.
Using it in an enclosed space can kill you.
Never use this appliance in an enclosed space such as a camper, tent, car
or home.
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury
or property damage. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions
thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
WARNING: FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY!
DANGER
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNINGS:
IMPORTANT: This appliance should
be inspected before use and at least
once annually by a qualied service
person.
More frequent cleaning may be
required as necessary. It is imperative
that the control compartment,
burners and circulating air
passageways of the appliance be
kept clean.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide
poisoning can lead to death!
CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING:
Early signs of carbon monoxide
poisoning resemble the u, with
symptoms including headache, dizziness,
or nausea. If you experience these
signs, the Fire Pit may not be working
properly. Get fresh air at once! Have the
Fire Pit serviced. Some people are more
aected by carbon monoxide than others,
including pregnant women, people with
heart or lung disease or anemia, those
under the inuence of alcohol, and those
at high altitudes.
NATURAL GAS AND PROPANE:
To assist in detecting leaks, an odorant
has been added to natural gas and
propane. However, this odorant can fade,
and gas may be present even though no
odor exists. Make certain you read and
understand all warnings. Keep this manual
for reference. It is your guide to safe and
proper operation of this appliance.
WARNING: Any modication to this appliance or its
controls can be dangerous.
1. This appliance, as supplied, is only for use with the
type of gas indicated on the rating plate.
2. When this appliance is connected to a xed piping
system, the installation must conform to local codes,
or in the absence of local codes, to the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or the
International Fuel Gas Code.
3. Keep the appliance area clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline and other ammable
vapors and liquids
4. Do not burn solid fuel in this appliance. Do not use
this appliance to cook food or to burn paper or other
objects.
5. Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards
of high surface temperatures and should stay away
to avoid burns or clothing ignition.
6. Clothing or other ammable materials should not be
hung from the appliance, or placed on or near the
appliance.
7. Young children should be carefully supervised when
they are in the area of the appliance.
8. Do not use the appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualied service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of
the control system and any gas control which has
been under water.
9. Inspect the appliance before each use.
10. Turn the appliance o and let cool before servicing,
installing, repairing or covering. Any guard or other
protective device removed for servicing the appliance
must be replaced prior to operating the appliance.
Only a qualied service person should install, service,
or repair the appliance.
HIGH ALTITUDE INSTALLATION
The appliance is rated for installations up to 4500’ (1372
m) above sea level. Above 4500’ the appliance must be
derated at the factory for the appropriate altitude unless
the local fuel is pre derated.
LOCAL CODES
Install and use your Outdoor Fire Pit with care. Follow
local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the latest
edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/
NFPA 54 available from:
American National Standards Institute Inc.
1430 Broadway
New York NY 10018
National Fire Protection Association, Inc.
Batterymarch Park
Quincy MA 02269.
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BASIC ASSEMBLY
PILOT ASSEMBLY
BURNER RING
BURNER MEDIA PAN
PIPE ADAPTER
FLEX CONNECTOR
TOPPING TRAY
BODY
CAUTION (where applicable):
COR-TEN STEEL is designed to oxidize
and form a protective layer that resists
corrosion. This layer can take several
months to stabilize depending on climate
and weather conditions. Rust will bleed
until it stabilizes.
Do not place Cor-Ten re pits on surfaces
that will be permanently damaged or
stained by rust bleed.
METAL COVER
1. UNPACK: Account for all parts (see p. 14)
2. FRAGILE: Handle with care
3. LEVEL: Place on a solid, level surface
4. AIR VENTS: Do not block ventilation holes
in base (see p. 4)
5. GAS / ELECTRICAL: Supply lines are
routed through the base of the unit and
must be installed by licensed trades.
Space is tight! Keep risers as low and
compact as possible
6. MEDIA TOPPINGS: Review correct
placement (p. 6-7)
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DIMENSIONS & SPECIFICATIONS
NATURAL GAS PROPANE
Burner Model # CIR-E-18 CIR-E-18P
Max Heat Input 69,000 BTU/h 60,000 BTU/h
Inlet Pressure - Min. 4.5" W.C 11.0" W.C.
Inlet Pressure - Max. 10.5” W.C. 13.0” W.C.
Orice Size 18 37
Burner Ports 68 68
Port Size 1/8" 1/8"
Electrical 120V 15A Outdoor Receptacle - Dedicated
Circuit with Wall Switch. Burner connects
via an AC adapter. Must be installed and
grounded in accordance with local codes.
GAS SUPPLY OPENING / VENTILATION
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FIG 1. MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
REQUIRED CLEARANCES
6"
72"
72”
6”
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ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Failure to position parts in
accordance with these diagrams
and instructions and/or failure to
use parts specically approved for
use with this appliance may result
in property damage or personal
injury.
Do not remove the data plates
attached to the Outdoor Fire Pit
Burner. These plates contain
important information.
NOTICE:
Installation and repair should
be done by a qualied service
person. The appliance should be
inspected before use and at least
once annually by a qualied service
person. More frequent cleaning
may be required as necessary.
It is imperative that control
compartment, burner ports and
circulating air passageways of the
appliance be kept clean.
CAUTION:
New Lava Rock may pop or crackle
when rst heated. This should
subside after 30 minutes to one
hour or more of operation. Maintain
safe distance during this time.
TO ASSEMBLE THE FIRE PIT
1. Connect the Burner Assembly to the gas/propane
supply using the supplied ex connector and following
the instructions on page 8.
2. Carefully leak test all connections following the
procedure on page 8.
3. Fill the burner pan evenly with burner media (crushed
tempered glass for natural gas; volcanic rock for
propane). Do not obstruct the pilot lighting port with
burner media! Use burner media supplied by Paloform
only!
4. Follow the Initial Lighting Instructions on page 9.
Make sure that the ame carries to all parts of the
burner. Turn OFF the appliance and let it cool before
proceeding to the next step.
5. Evenly distribute decorative topping (river stones,
crushed glass or lava rock) on top of burner media. An
uneven or excessively thick layer of topping can result
in an uneven ame.
6. Do not cover pilot shield. Keep the lighting port open
and free of media. Do not use any media not supplied
by the manufacturer!
LIGHTING PORT:
DO NOT OBSTRUCT
CORRECT FLAME APPEARANCE
BURNER MEDIA DECORATIVE TOPPING
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BURNER MEDIA & DECORATIVE TOPPING
METAL TABLE TOP
DECORATIVE TOPPING MEDIA (VARIOUS):
- FILL TOPPING TRAY
- COVER BURNER MEDIA
- KEEP BELOW LID LINE
BURNER MEDIA:
CRUSHED GLASS (NG) or LAVA ROCK (LP)
- FILL BURNER MEDIA TRAY
- COMPLETELY COVER BURNER RING
VENTILATION GAP:
DO NOT BLOCK
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APPROVED FLEXIBLE GAS HOSE
A.G.A DESIGN-CERTIFIED MANUAL
SHUTOFF VALVE WITH 1/8” NPT TAP
3” MINIMUM
CAP PIPE NIPPLE TEE JOINT
FROM GAS METER (5” W.C.
TO 10.5” W.C. PRESSURE)
SEDIMENT TRAP
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Installation must include a manual shuto valve, union,
and plugged 1/8” NPT tap. Locate NPT tap within reach
for test gauge hook up. NPT tap must be upstream from
the appliance.
Apply pipe joint sealant lightly to male threads. This will
prevent excess sealant from going into pipe. Excess
sealant in pipe could result in a clogged burner injector.
Install sediment trap in supply line as shown below.
Locate sediment trap where it is within reach for cleaning
and trapped matter is not likely to freeze.
A sediment trap prevents moisture and contaminants
from entering the Outdoor Fire Pit controls. If a sediment
trap is not installed, or is installed incorrectly, the unit may
not work properly.
CHECKING GAS CONNECTION
WARNING: Test all gas piping and connections
for leaks after installing or servicing. Correct all leaks
immediately.
WARNING: Never use an open ame to check for
a leak. Apply a mixture of liquid soap and water to all
joints. Bubbles forming on joints while the gas is running
indicate a leak. Correct all leaks at immediately.
Test Pressures in Excess Of 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa)
This appliance and its individual shuto valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during
any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in
excess of ½ psi (3.5 kPa).
Test Pressures Equal To or Less Than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa)
This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shuto
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less than ½ psi (3.5
kPa).
CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY
WARNING:
A qualied service person must connect
the appliance to the gas supply. Follow all
local codes.
CAUTION:
Use only new black iron or steel pipe.
Internally tinned copper tubing may be
used in certain areas. Use pipe of 1/2”
diameter or greater to allow proper gas
volume to Outdoor Fire Pit Burner. If pipe
is too small, undue loss of pressure will
occur.
INSTALLATION ITEMS NEEDED:
Before installing the Outdoor
Fire Pit, make sure you have all items
listed bellow:
• piping (check local codes)
• sealant
• manual shuto valve
• adjustable (crescent) wrench or pliers
• sediment trap
• tee joints
• pipe wrench
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LIGHTING YOUR FIRE PIT
WARNINGS:
Failure to follow these instructions exactly may result in re or
explosion causing property damage, personal injury or loss
of life.
Before operating the appliance, check all around the appliance
area and on the surrounding oor for the smell of gas - some
gas is heavier than air and may settle on the oor in the event
of a leak. IF YOU SMELL GAS, follow the safety instructions
on page 1 of this manual.
This appliance is equipped with an ignition device that
automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the pilot
manually.
The main gas valve in this appliance is not serviceable and
does not have any control knobs or switches to operate. Do
not remove the heat shields covering the valve and electronic
devices. Do not try to repair or modify the valve, as doing
so may result in a re or explosion. Call a qualied service
technician if you have any safety concerns.
Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under
water. Immediately call a qualied service technician to
inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control
system and any gas control that has been under water.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can result in injury or property damage. For
assistance or additional information, consult a qualied
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors or
liquids in the vicinity of this appliance.
INITIAL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
Before placing burner assembly into a housing:
1. Purge air from the supply line.
2. Test for leaks in each of the following locations:
• The gas supply line connection to the main valve;
• The Burner connections and pilot;
• All joints on the valve and control body;
• All eld made joints and gas shuto valves;
• All factory made joints and connections.
3. You may check for gas leaks using one of the following methods only:
• Soap and water solution. WARNING: If using a soap and water solution to test
for leaks, DO NOT spray the solution onto electronic parts;
• An approved leak testing spray;
• An electronic snier. NOTE: Remove any excess pipe compound from
connections if using this method, as the compound can set o electronic sniers.
DANGER: NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.
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LIGHTING YOUR FIRE PIT
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the safety information on pages 1, 2 and 9 of this manual.
2. Turn o all electric power to the appliance.
3. Do not attempt to light the pilot manually.
4. Turn the manual gas control valve to the OFF position.
5. Wait ve (5) minutes to clear out any residual gas, then check for the smell of
gas at and around the appliance, including near the oor. If you smell gas,
STOP! Follow the instructions on page 1 of this manual. If you do not smell
gas, continue to the next step.
6. Turn the manual gas control valve to the ON position.
7. Plug the supplied 24 VAC AC adapter into a 110V power outlet.
8. Connect the AC adapter to the AC input plug at the unit.
9. Place Burner Assembly in Housing
10. To ignite burner, turn on electric power to the appliance.
11. To turn o appliance, turn o electric power to the appliance.
TURNING OFF THE GAS TO THE APPLIANCE
1. Turn o all electric power supplied to the appliance if service is to be
performed. Unplug the 24 VAC AC adapter from the power outlet.
2. If necessary, remove the burner from the housing to access the manual gas
valve.
3. Turn the main manual shuto valve to the full OFF position.
WARNING:
This appliance is designed to be connected to a power
source that is controllable by a switch.
Do not connect 24 VAC AC adapter to a live power source.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
KEEP YOUR FIRE PIT COVERED
Covering your re pit with its all-weather cover when not in use will prolong the life of
all its components.
WARNING: Turn o gas before servicing re pit.
We recommend that a qualied service technician perform the following
check-ups at the beginning of each re pit season.
If any irregularities are apparent with operation. Please refer to Troubleshooting guide,
pages 12-13.
BURNER ELEMENT AND PILOT
Keep the burner and pilot area clean by vacuuming or brushing at least twice a year.
Make sure the burner porting and burner air openings are free of obstructions at all
times. Remove pilot cover to inspect pilot.
Remove topping from top of burner ring and Inspect area around the burner. Remove
any lint or foreign material with a brush or vacuum cleaner.
PILOT FLAME
The ames from the pilot should be
visually checked as soon as the unit is
installed, and periodically during normal
operation. The pilot ame must always be
present when the re pit is in operation.
The pilot ame has two distinct ames:
one engulng the ame sensor and the
other reaching to the main burner.
BURNER ELEMENT
PILOT ASSEMBLY
FLAME SENSOR
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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING:
Turn o appliance and let cool before
servicing. Only a qualied service person
should service and repair this appliance.
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Shut o gas supply.
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in the vicinity of the appliance.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a safe distance. Follow your gas supplier’s instructions.
IMPORTANT: Operating unit where
impurities in air exist may create
odors. Cleaning supplies, paint, paint
remover, cigarette smoke, cements
and glues, new carpet or textiles,
etc., create fumes. These fumes may
mix with combustion air and create
odors. These odors will disappear
over time.
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Burner shuts o/relights intermittently. 1. Wind or gusts in excess of 16 km/h
(10 mph).
2. Air present in gas line
3. Not enough air to pilot
1. Protect pilot from wind with
decorative topping - sides of pilot
housing may be covered. DO
NOT BLOCK IGNITION PORT.
In the case of consistently windy
conditions, a protective glass
barrier may be necessary.
2. Ensure gas line is thoroughly bled
3. Ensure ventilation holes/gaps are
not obstructed
Unit is smoking / sooting excessively.
(Note: It is natural and unavoidable for
appliance sets to produce moderate
levels of carbon (soot) where ames
contact the media.)
1. Poor fuel quality
2. Excessive ame impingement or
blockage
3. Improper fuel/air mixture
1. Contact local natural gas
company
2. Separate the stones to allow
more ame passage
3. Remove any foreign items from
the ame pattern and/or check
for proper orice sizing
Burner is excessively noisy
(Note: The movement and combustion
of gas will create low, unavoidable
levels of noise.)
1. Passage of air/gas across irregular
surfaces
2. Excessive gas pressure on natural
gas units
1. Relieve any tight bends or kinks
in gas supply line
2. Check/reset gas regulator
pressure
Gas odor even when power is o 1. Gas leak. See Warning statement
above.
2. Main gas valve defective.
1. Locate and correct all leaks (see
Checking Gas Connections, pg 8)
2. Replace gas valve
Unit produces unwanted odors 1. Gas leak. See Warning statement
below.
1. Locate and correct all leaks (see
Checking Gas Connections, pg 8)
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WARNING:
Turn o appliance and let cool before
servicing. Only a qualied service person
should service and repair this appliance.
TROUBLESHOOTING cont’d
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
When power is turned on, nothing
happens
1. No power to unit 1. Check connections between
controls, power adapter and
power source
2. Check power at source
3. Verify that power adapter is
functioning correctly
4. If you are using a third-party
remote control unit, verify that
this unit is functioning correctly
When power is turned on, there is a
spark at pilot but no ignition
1. Gas supply turned o or manual
shuto valve closed
2. Air in gas lines when installed
3. Pilot is clogged
4. Pilot valve lead is loose/
disconnected
1. Turn o gas supply or open
manual shuto valve
2. Purge air from the supply line
3. Clean pilot (see Cleaning and
Maintenance, page 11) or replace
pilot assembly
4. Check/reconnect lead
Burner does not light after pilot is lit 1. Burner orice is clogged
2. Inlet gas pressure is too low
3. Flame sensor or Main Valve lead
loose/disconnected
4. Ignition Control Board failure
1. Clean burner orice
2. Contact local gas or propane
supplier
3. Reconnect / replace lead
4. Replace Board
Delayed burner ignition 1. Lighting port is blocked 1. Remove burner media/debris
from Lighting Port
Burner ame is too low or too high 1. Incorrect gas supply or pressure
2. Blocked burner orice or burner
ports
3. Improper burner orice size
1. Check for proper gas supply
pressure
2. Free burner orice and burner
ports of any burrs, paint, or other
blockage
3. Verify proper burner orice sizing
(see page 4)
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
WARNING: Failure to position parts in accordance with diagrams or failure
to use parts specically approved for this appliance may result in property
damage or personal injury.
REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE FROM PALOFORM
1
1a
2
3
4
5
5a
6
7
8
9
10
Natural Gas Propane
1Pilot Cover CIR-EPC same
1a Pilot Shroud CIR-EPC same
2Pilot Assembly PIL-E-410 PIL-E-410LP
318” Burner Ring CIR-18-BUR same
4Burner Pan CIR-18-PAN same
5Venturi CIR-VEN-1 same
5a Air Shutter - -
6Orice FIT-ORI-18 FIT-ORI-37
73/8” Flare Adapter - -
8Flex Connector CON-SS-5MM-12 same
9 CIR Control Box see drawing same
10 Control Box Chassis CIR-E-CHA same
11 Power Adapter 120V-NA
(not shown)
E-POW-24VAC same
12 Burner Media (not shown) Crushed Glass 17.5 kg Lava Pebbles 15 L
13 Topping Media (not shown) Various Various
14 Fabric Cover (not shown) COV-FOL48-LC same
15 Vessel (not shown) FOL48-(colour code) same
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST - cont’d
Natural Gas Propane
1 CIR Control Box Cover CIR-E-BOX same
1a CIR Control Box Housing CIR-E-BOX same
2 Dual Solenoid Valve E-VAL-BASO w/ LP reg. spring
3 3/8”x1-1/2” - Nipple - -
4 3/8” Bulkhead Union - -
53/8” Union - -
6Pilot Assembly PIL-E-410 PIL-E-410LP
7Shrink-t Cord Grip - -
8Ignition Control Board E-BOARD-CC9 same
93/8” Flare Adapter - -
10 3/8” Close Nipple - -
11 Barrel Connector part of wiring harness -
12 Wiring Harness (not shown) E-WIR-KIT same
1
2
3
4
9
5
10
11
1a
5
6
7
3
8
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ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
Wiring Diagram
1 2 3 4 5 106 7 118 9
MAIN
GND (VALVE)
PILOT
GND (BURNER)
GND
24V
SENSE
SPARK
AC POWER ADAPTER
INPUT: AC 120V 60 Hz 8A
OUTPUT: 24 VAC , 750 mA
CHASSIS GROUND
PILOT: PIL-E-410 OR PIL-E-410LP
IGNITION CONTROL BOARD: E-BOARD-CC9
GAS VALVE: E-VAL-BASO
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is warranted to the original owner, subject to proof of purchase:
BASIC WARRANTY
Paloform warrants the components and materials in your appliance to be free from manufacturing and material
defects for a period of one year from date of installation. After installation, if any of the components manufactured
by Paloform in the appliance are found to be defective in materials or workmanship, Paloform will, at its option,
replace or repair the defective components at no charge to the original owner. Paloform will also pay for reasonable
labor cost incurred in replacing or repairing such components for a period of one year from date of installation. Any
products presented for warranty repair must be accompanied by a dated proof of purchase.
This Warranty will be void if the appliance is not installed by a qualied installer in accordance with installation
instructions. The Warranty will also be void if the appliance is not operated and maintained according to the
operating instructions supplied with the appliance, and does not extend to (1) re pit burner assembly damaged by
accident, neglect, misuse, abuse, alterations, negligence of others, including the installation thereof by unqualied
installers, (2) the costs of removal, reinstallation or transportation of defective parts on the appliance, or (3)
incidental or consequential damage. All service work must be performed by an authorized service representative.
This warranty is expressly in lieu of other warranties, express or implied, including the warranty of merchantability
of tness for purpose and of all other obligations or liabilities. Paloform does not assume for it any other obligations
or liabilities in connection with sale or use of the appliance. In states that do not allow limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, or do not allow exclusion of indirect damage, those limitations of exclusions may not apply
to you. You may also have additional right not covered in the Limited Lifetime Warranty. Paloform reserves the right
to investigate any and all the claims against this Warranty and decide upon method of settlement. For information
about this warranty contact:
Paloform
888.823.8883
info@paloform.com
RETAIN FOR WARRANTY
MODEL: (circle one) Fold 48-E NG
Corten
Fold 48-E LP
Corten
SERIAL NO:
DATE PURCHASED: