Skytech SSBPR19 User manual
Outdoor Match Light / Piezo Spark Fire Pits
Installation and Operating Instructions
IF YOU CANNOT READ OR UNDERSTAND THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE
Warning: For Outdoor Use Only
PLEASE RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
INSTALLATION PRECAUTION:
This re pit requires a minimum 18-square inches (per side) of cross ventilation.
Failure to provide proper ventilation can void the warranty.
Match Light Description Piezo Spark Ignition
SSBPR19 19” Rd. Pan & Spoke Burner SSBPR19PSI
SSBPR25 25” Rd. pan & Spoke Burner SSBPR25PSI
SSBPS20 20x20” Sq. pan & Spoke Burner SSBPS20PSI
SSBPS26 26x26” Sq. pan & Spoke Burner SSBPS26PSI
Burners Only
SSB10 10-Inch Burner Only
SSB19 19-Inch Burner Only
SSB25 25-Inch Burner Only
MODELS
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If this re pit is permanently connected to a gas piping
system from a remote supply tank, installation must be in
accordance with local codes or, in absence of local codes,
with the National Fuel Gas codes ANSI Z223/1/NFPA 54.
If constructing an enclosure to conceal a propane •
tank/LP cyclinder- the enclosure must adhere to the
following construction requirements:
Enclosures may be constructed with one side •
compeletely OPEN or if the enclosure is built with four
(4) sides, a top and a bottom, then as ollows:
A Propane/LP gas cyclinder enclosure requires four •
(4) ventilation openings at the top and bottom of the
enclosure. The openings must adhere to the minu-
mum requirements according to the capacity of the
cyclinder (See diagram 1).
Each opening in the enclosure must be equally sized •
and spaced at a minimum of 180º. Openings must
remain unobstructed.
Top ventilation openings are required on the side walls •
of the enclosure within 5-inches (127mm) of the top
enclosure. They need to be of equal size,
unobstructive and spaced 180º apart. The openings
need to be a total area of 1 in² /lb (14.2 cm²/kg) of fuel
storage capacity.
Bottom opening must provide a minimum of 1/2 •
square inches (3.23 cm²) for each pound of propane/
LP
contained in the tank (see example below.
Every opening must have minmum dimensions to allow •
entrance of a 1/2” (3.2 mm) diameter rod.
Ventilation openings in side walls must not connunicate •
directly with other enclosures of the re pit.
The cyclinder valve must be easily accessible by hand. •
Connections should be easy to leak test inside the
enclosure. A door on the enclosure is acceptable only
if easily opened without the use of tools and is non
locking.
The enclosure needs to be isolate the cylinder from the •
burner compartment and provide protection from
radiation, act as a ame barrier and protect cylinder
from foreign material.
The enclosure needs to allow connection, disconnec-•
tion and inspection of the connection of the LP gas
cylinder.
The enclosure should allow testing of any connetion on •
the LP cylinder that might be distrubed during
installation.
REMOTE PROPANE / LP GAS ENCLOSURES
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
5” Max.
5” Max.
2” Min.
1” Max.
A
C
B
Diagram 1.
Propane/LP Tank Enclosure Specications
A - Opening 180º apart from each other
B - Min.. 2” (50.8mm) from oor/ground to base of tank
C - Max. 1” (25.4mm) from tank base to bottom of opening
Most re pits are equipped for Natural gas (NG) however, if you are considering converting to LP gas
use the guidelines below for proper tank storage.
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Specications 4
Preparation for Non-Conbustible Structure 5
Hard Piping to Fire Pit 5
Cross Ventilation Requirements 5
High Elevation 5
Installation into an Approved Enclosure 6
Requirements 6
Installing Key Valve & Piezo Ignitor 6
Typical Installation Drawings 7
Installing Battery in Piezo Ignitor 8
Ignitor Alignment 8
Installation of Lava Rock/Media 8
Operation 9
Lighting Instructions 9
Air Shutter Adjustment 9
Replacement Parts 10
Replacement Parts List 11
Fire Pit Maintenance/ Trouble Shooting 12
Optional Accessories/Conversion Kits 12-13
Warranty 14
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTE: This installation instruction covers both Match Throw and Manual Spark
Igntition systems. Not all sections will be applicable to your particular application.
SPECIFICATIONS
Table1. Fire Pit Dimensions
36”
96”
24”
Maximum
Overhang
Center of Flame
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B
C
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Ground Level
Figure 1. Fire Pit dimensions; refer to Table 1. (Dimensions applicable to
round or square pans)
Figure 2. Clearance to Combustibles
(Not to be used in an enclosed space)
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Model Btu’s
Natural/Propane (LP)
SSB10 (Burner only) 35,000 Btu’s
SSBPR19 80,000 Btu’s
SSBPR25 110,000 Btu’s
SSBPS20 80,000 Btu’s
SSBPS26 110,000 Btu’s
Table 2. Btu Specications
NG LP
Min..
Inlet
5.0”WC 11.0”WC
Max.
Inlet
10.5”WC 13.0”WC
Table 3. Gas Pressures
Model A
Pan Depth
B Min./Max
Install Opening
C
Inside Pan
D
Ground Level
SSBPR19 (Rd.) 2.625” 19.25”/21.5” 19” 8”
SSBPR25 (Rd.) 2.625” 25.25”/27.5” 25” 8”
SSBPRS20 (Sq.) 2.625” 20.25”/21.75” 20” 8”
SSBPRS26 (Sq.) 2.625” 26.25”/27.75” 26” 8”
Note: Fire pits are rated at maximum Btu’s which is dependent upon proper gas pipe sizing. Flex line size also affects
Btu’s. As a result your Btu’s may vary from Table 2 specications listed above.
PLEASE NOTE:
If you purchased a spoke burner only without the re pit pan, the burner must still be installed into a
non-combustible structure following the same requirements throughout this installation manual.
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WARNING: Proper clearances from combustible, construction and materials must be maintained from all sides, top and
bottom of this appliance. This appliance should never be placed on any combustible surface. This appliance should
never be placed under any combustibles closer then 96-inches. This appliance should never be placed closer than
36-inches from any side to any combustible construction or materials (See g. 2, pg. 4).
PREPARING A NON-COMBUSTIBLE STRUCTURE
The Fire Pit is to be installed on a at, stable surface, away from any combustible materials. Install Fire Pit on any level,
outdoor non-combustible surface. NOTE: Do not place re pit directly on grass, dirt, or rocks this may prevent proper
ventilation (Fig. 1, pg. 3).
HARD PIPING TO FIRE PIT WITHOUT GAS PROXIMITY
NOTE: We recommend using 3/4” black iron pipe however please refer to the NFPA54 (National Fuel Gas Code) for
proper pipe sizing when exceeding 20-feet in length for re pits rated above 100,000 Btu’s.
1. Turn OFF gas supply system. NOTE: All gas connections (except for brass to brass) require the following. Clean pipe
threads using either a wire brush or steel wool. Apply Teon tape or pipe sealant to the steel ttings before making any
connection. BE CAREFUL! Ensure all gas connections are snug, but not over tighten!
2. Extend the gas supply system using minimum of ¾” black iron pipe or an approved exible gas line from existing house
supply. This can be accomplished by teeing off or tapping into a convenient gas line connection. Install necessary pipe
for the distance required and then install a manual shut-off valve at the exterior house wall. If pipe is to pass through a
foundation or house wall, make sure to re-seal the area around the pipe with weather sealant.
3. From manual valve, extend gas pipe to the Fire Pit location. NOTE: If pipe is to be placed in an underground trench,
check with local codes for required depth and materials needed.
4. Install a ¾” female x ½” male ared brass tting to the end of the ¾” black iron pipe. Be sure to clean the pipe threads
and use Teon tape or pipe sealant.
5. Connect the ½” female ared ex connector from the Fire Pit to the ½” male ared brass tting secured to the black iron
pipe. Note: Flare to are connections do not require Teon tape or pipe sealant.
IMPORTANT
Installation of Natural or LP gas should be done by a qualied installer, service agency or gas supplier.
The appliance and its manual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of the system at test 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 manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than ½ psig (3.5kPa)
NOTE: LP conversion kits are available in the Replacement Parts
section of this manual. When converting a Fire Pit ensure you
follow the instructions supplied with the
conversion kit.
VENTILATION FOR NON-COMBUSTIBLE ENCLOSURE
Fire pits are subjected to many outdoor elements such as
rain, snow, wind, heat or cold. A minimum of 18 square
inches of cross ventilation (2 sides) is required to keep the
components in good working order. Use gure 3 as guide
to assist to incorporate proper ventilation. NOTE: Ventilation is
not required at the bottom and may also be incorporated in the
upper portion of an enclosure.
Fire Pit
Enclousure
2”x3”
Fire Pit
Examples of Cross Ventilation
3 - 2”x3” Slots Per Side or
2- 1”x 9”Slots Per Side
Cross Flow Ventilation
(Min. 18 Sq. In. Per Side)
Figure 3. Cross Ventilation Example
HIGH ELEVATION INSTALLATION
This appliance is listed for elevations from 0-4500 feet in
Canada and the U.S. If elevation exceeds 4500 feet it may be
necessary to decrease the input rating by changing the exist-
ing burner orice to a smaller size. Input should be reduced
4% for each 1000 feet beyond the 4500 feet above sea level.
Check with your local gas utility for assistance in determining
the proper orice in your location. In some cases the heating
value may already be reduced and downsizing the orice may
not be necessary.
REQUIREMENTS
1. Only non-combustible materials should come in direct contact with any part of the Fire Pit. Underneath area should
be non-combustible as well.
2. Only use ¾” gas supply line to the Fire Pit. Based on the selection of the re pit size, the proper brass ttings should
be used to ensure a proper installation.
3. Determine the size of the round or square Fire Pit you are preparing to install (Refer to page 4).
4. You must provide a round or square opening out to place the re pit into the non-combustible enclosure surround.
Do not exceed the maximum opening from Table 1, dimension B.
5. Follow the local code requirements for the gas type being used. This Fire Pit should be installed in accordance with
local codes and ordinances or in the absence of local codes, with the latest National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1
NFPA54 or CSA B149.1, Natural and Propane Installation Code in Canada.
6. Fire Pits create high temperatures, it is very important to have any combustibles at a safe distance.
7. CAUTION: A minimum of 18 square inches of cross ventilation (per side) is required to keep the enclousure
dry.
8. These products are designed for outdoor use only. Not approved for any indoor use.
9. This Fire Pit is designed to have Lava Rock/Media completely covering the spoke burner, so that the re star is
invisible. Do not cover more than 1” above the top of the covered re star burner. When purchasing Lava Rock it
is recommended to use minimum of 1” diameter as a base to ll the burner pan. Decorative glass covering may
be loosely scattered on top of the rock if desired or non-combustible logs may be added for a campre look. If logs
are chosen, do not place on decorative glass base, use only Lava Rock as the base. NOTE: If using all glass
media, glass must be a minimum of 1/4-inch diameter or larger.
10. Gas lines and ttings must be installed in to the non-combustible structure. All gas connections must be leak tested
before installation of the re pit. Soapy water leak detection is required before regular use of the re pit.
11. Do not use material that will absorb moisture over time and will not release this moisture quickly. Moisture can boil
in this material and can rapidly break apart and cause damage or personal injury.
12. Never leave any other combustible material on top of the re pit. This could cause unsafe operation of this system
and damage to the component that will not be covered under our warranty.
13. Cover the complete burner with lava or decorative Rock material (min.. 1-inch diameter). Completely cover the
spoke burner, no more than 1-inch above the spoke burner.
INSTALLATION OF FIRE PIT INTO AN APPROVED ENCLOSURE
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INSTALLING KEY VALVE AND PIEZO IGNITOR
The key valve contents: 1- key valve, 1- key and 1- ange. (See gure 4). The valve requires a 1 1/4” round clearance
hole in the non-combustible enclousure wall. See the instructions supplied with the key valve for more specic details.
Note: Be sure to leak test all tting before operation. Figure 5 shows an example of a typical installation.
After the re pit pan is installed run the piezo ignitor wires into the electrical junction box. Piezio wires are 24-inches in
length; ensure your installation does not exceed the wire length for proper connection.
Primary Gas
Supply
ON
OFF
Fig. 4 Key valve components.
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Manual Spark
Piezo Ignitor
Key Valve
Gas Supply
Fire Pit Pan
Non-Combustible
Fire Pit Enclousure
Shut-O
Key Valve Flange
Non-
Combustible
Wall Material
Non-
Combustible
Wall Material
Key Valve
Primary Gas
Supply
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Wall Material
Non-
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Wall Material
Securing Tab
Securing Tab
Self-Securing
Junction Box
Piezo Ignitor
Mounting Plate
Piezo Wires
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NOTE: Gas supply shut-off and ex
line to the key valve are not supplied.
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INSTALLATION OF LAVA ROCK/MEDIA INTO BURNER PAN
Install lava rock/media into the burner pan. Ensure the media is a minimum of
1-inch diameter for proper operation. Note: Do not pour Lava Rock directly from
bag. Media should be placed naturally and NOT packed in tight. Loose tting is
important to ensure robust ames. Be sure rocks are free of any excessive dust.
This prevents the burner pan weep holes from being plugged and holding water.
IMPORTANT: Do not place media over top or under the screen cover. The
screen must be free of any debris to ensure proper lighting of burner and good
ame rectication (See g. 8).
Cover the burner completely with media but do not make the depth greater than
1-inch overtop of the burner portholes.
Decorative glass may be loosely scattered on top of the lava rock. Do NOT
cover the stainless steel screen cover with any rock or glass. It must be free an
any debris to operate properly.
Fig. 6 Piezo ignitor cap.
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Plastic Mounting Nut
Module Red
Button Cap
Fig. 7 Piezo ignitor battery installation.
The piezo ignitor requires (1) AAA battery in order to spark/operate. Unscrew (counter-clockwise) the piezo ignitor cap
(See g. 6) and insert the positive end of the battery into the ignitor body. Screw the cap (clockwise) until snug (See g.
7). Careful not to overtighten the cap. Test the ignitor by pushing and holding the red button to ensure the ignitor probes
inside the re pit are sparking. The spark should be located directly overtop of the burner port hole for proper ignition of
the gas (See g.8). Spacing between the probes should be approximatel 1/8-inch for proper spark.
Lava Rock Lava Rock
Lava Rock
Ignition Hood
Screen Cover
Fig. 9 Keep screen cover exposed
INSTALLATION OF BATTERY INTO PIEZO IGNITOR (Manual Spark Ignition only)
IGNITOR ALIGNMENT (Manual Spark Ignition only)
For proper ignition it is important that the ignitor probes be
properly aligned overtop of the burner port holes. Use the
Fig.8 as a guide. Before lighting remove the screen cover of
the ignition hood to burner and ensure the spark probes are
directly overtop of a burner port hole. The sparking probes
must be in the path of a ame to ignite the gas for proper
ignition of the ame. Replace the screen cover and follow
the operating instructions.
Fig. 8 Proper alignment of probes.
Ignition
Hood
Spoke Burner
Ignitor
Ground
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CAUTION: Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards on high surface temperatures and should stay away to
avoid burns or clothing ignition. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of the appliance.
WARNING: Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualied service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of control system and any gas control, which has been under water.
OPERATION
SAFETY WARNINGS
1. Never leave the Fire Pit unattended during operation.
2. Clothing or other ammable materials should not be placed on or near the appliance.
3. Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the appliance must be replaced prior to operating the
appliance.
4. Installation and repair should be done by a qualied service person. The appliance should be inspected before
use and at least annually by a qualied service person. More frequent cleaning may be required as necessary. It
is imperative the control compartment, burners and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
5. Inspect the fuel supply connection before each use of the appliance.
6. Temporary storage of this appliance indoors is permissible only if it has been disconnected from its fuel supply
(Natural or L.P. gas line).
WARNING
1. This appliance is hot when operated and can cause sever burns if contacted.
2. Do not burn any solid fuels in this appliance.
READ ALL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO LIGHT FIRE PIT
CAUTION: Ensure you have leak tested the re pit before operating.
1. Insert key into gas valve.
2. Push and hold the red button on the manual Piezo ignitor and ensure sparking is
occurring at the probes inside the re pit.
3. Rotate the key counter-clockwise in gas valve to allow gas to ow.
4. Gas should ignite within 10 seconds or less. If re pit does not light within
10 seconds turn key clockwise to turn OFF the gas supply. Check ignitor probe
loc ation (Fig. 8), ensure there is an 1/8” gap between the probes with a good stong
spark then repeat steps 2 through 4.
Once re pits lights ame color adjustment can be made turning the air shutter nut
under the burner pan. It is recommended that the nut be CLOSED until the gas/air
mixture makes a rushing sound (like a blow torch); then slowly OPEN until the rushing
sound diminishes. A desirable ame is bright yellow with little or no brown at the tips.
Too yellow ame can create excessive sooting (See g. 10).
To Close
Fig. 10 Air shutter adjustment
MANUAL SPARK IGNITION LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
MATCH THROW LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO LIGHT THE FIRE PIT
CAUTION: Ensure you have leak tested the re pit before operating.
1. Insert key into gas valve.
2. Light a long match or butane lighter and hold it near the burner.
3. Rotate the key counter-clockwise in gas valve to allow gas to ow and simultaneously apply the burning match as
close to burner as possible to light the re pit.
4. Gas should ignite within 10 seconds or less. If re pit does not light within
10 seconds turn key clockwise to turn OFF the gas supply. Ensure there is not too much media on top of spoke that
my inhibit gas ow and try again.
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