Caution, Storage & maintenance, Turning off the gas firepit – Brinkmann Gas FirePit User Manual
Page 12
To obtain the best performance from your firepit, you must perform the following storage and maintenance
activities on a regular basis:
•
Allow at least 35 minutes for the firepit to cool down after use, then disconnect and remove the cylinder.
•
Cylinder must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area out of the reach of children. Disconnected
cylinders must have threaded valve plugs tightly installed and must not be stored in a building, garage or
any other close area.
•
Storage indoor is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed.
•
Keep the firepit area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids.
•
If the firepit is not in use, it must be covered to protect from weather or other adverse elements.
•
When firepit is stored for long periods of time, place lava rocks in storage bag provided.
•
Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The firepit must be inspected at least
annually by a qualified service person.
•
It is imperative that the control compartment, burner and circulating air passageways of the firepit be kept
clean.
TURNING OFF THE GAS FIREPIT:
1. Turn off the cylinder valve.
2. Turn burner control knob to the "OFF" position.
Note:
Turn off LP cylinder first to prevent gas from being left in the system under pressure.
CAUTION:
•
The cylinder valve should always be in the off,
or closed, position when the firepit is not in use.
11
To turn off the cylinder valve,
turn knob clockwise until it stops.
STORAGE & MAINTENANCE
Note:
Observe flame height when lit: Flame
should be a Blue/Yellow color and
appear as illustrated. To clean lava rock,
use a soft brush after the burner and
lava rock have cooled completely. Never
use a vacuum cleaner on the lava rocks.
It is recommended that the firepit be
stored indoors during the winter months
if it will be subjected to freezing
temperatures. The cylinder must be
disconnected and removed from the
firepit before the appliance can be
stored indoors.