Techo-bloc FOYER Brandon Rectangle User manual

Installation guide and owner’s manual

Brandon

Rectangle

FOYER

Table

of contents

Components.......................................................................................3

Overall Dimensions ................................................................................4

Positioning reference per layer ...................................................................5

Foundation preparation

Paver surface or Concrete slab ................................................................5

Compacted gravel base ........................................................................5

Installation of blocks ............................................................................5-6

Operation and maintenance ......................................................................7

Warranty...........................................................................................7

General information

PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Check with your municipality for regulations on the installation and use of outdoor re pits. We also

recommend that you contact your home insurance company and advise them of the acquisition of

your new Techo-Bloc re pit.

IMPORTANT

This re pit is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY. NEVER build a re pit for use in a house, warehouse, gazebo,

garage, or any other indoor setting.

Check with your municipality for minimum clearance distances. Make sure that there is nothing directly

above the re pit area that can be a potential re and/or injury hazard (e.g. tree branches, awnings, patio

umbrellas, electrical wires, transformers, cantilevered roof structures, etc.).

When selecting the location of your re pit, make sure that it is located at least 20 feet away from any

structure or building unless indicated otherwise by the gas re pit (if applicable) manufacturer.

WE RECOMMEND THAT GAS FIRE PIT PRODUCTS ARE INSTALLED BY PROFESSIONALS LOCALLY

LICENSED BY THE AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION IN GAS PIPING. REFER TO MANUFACTURER'S

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.

Components

A Brandon 90 mm C

(x20)

B. Brandon 90 mm corner

(x30)

C. Rafnato Cap 60 mm 12" x 19"

(Pre-cut) (x8)

D. Steel Insert for Wood re pit.

(sold separately)

E. Gas kit - Natural Gas or Liquid

Propane (sold separately)

TOP VIEW

57"

(+/-1449 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

B B

43"

(+/-1092 mm)

54 1/8"

(+/-1375 mm)

20 1/16"

(+/-510 mm)

12"

(+/-305 mm)

12"

(+/-305 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

9 13/16"

(250 mm)

17 3/4"

(+/-450 mm)

1 1

12"

(+/-305 mm)

ELEVATION A

TOP

SECTION 1-1

NOTE : Secure the blocks using a heat resistant

concrete adhesive. The installer must ensure that

the installation and use of the fire pit comply with

local regulations and code requirements.

Consult our Installation Guide in our website for a detail step by step installation.

www.techo-bloc.com

02/2020

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BRANDON

FIRE PIT-RECTANGLE (KIT)

QUANTITY OF MATERIALS REQUIRED

- RAFFINATO CAP 60 mm: 8

- BRANDON 90 mm BLOCK C : 20

- BRANDON 90 mm CORNER BLOCK: 30

A. STEEL BOX INSERT

B. CLEAN STONE 3/4'' (20 mm), 4'' (100 mm) THICK

C. RAFFINATO CAP 60 mm (PRE-CUT)

D. BRANDON 90 mm BLOCK

E. TECHO-BLOC PAVERS OR SLABS

F. SETTING BED 1'' (25 mm)

G. COMPACTED GRANULAR BASE 0-3/4'' (0-20 mm)

H. BRANDON 90 mm CORNER BLOCK

ELEVATION B

39 15/16"

(+/-1015 mm)

57"

(+/-1449 mm)

RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR

VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT);

RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR

IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT);

PRE-CUT BRANDON 90 mm

BLOCK (GAS KIT)

ELEVATION A

57"

(+/-1449 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

B B

43"

(+/-1092 mm)

54 1/8"

(+/-1375 mm)

20 1/16"

(+/-510 mm)

12"

(+/-305 mm)

12"

(+/-305 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

9 13/16"

(250 mm)

17 3/4"

(+/-450 mm)

1 1

12"

(+/-305 mm)

ELEVATION A

TOP

SECTION 1-1

NOTE : Secure the blocks using a heat resistant

concrete adhesive. The installer must ensure that

the installation and use of the fire pit comply with

local regulations and code requirements.

Consult our Installation Guide in our website for a detail step by step installation.

www.techo-bloc.com

02/2020

TB-TS-DET_FP_BRANDON_1_EN

BRANDON

FIRE PIT-RECTANGLE (KIT)

QUANTITY OF MATERIALS REQUIRED

- RAFFINATO CAP 60 mm: 8

- BRANDON 90 mm BLOCK C : 20

- BRANDON 90 mm CORNER BLOCK: 30

A. STEEL BOX INSERT

B. CLEAN STONE 3/4'' (20 mm), 4'' (100 mm) THICK

C. RAFFINATO CAP 60 mm (PRE-CUT)

D. BRANDON 90 mm BLOCK

E. TECHO-BLOC PAVERS OR SLABS

F. SETTING BED 1'' (25 mm)

G. COMPACTED GRANULAR BASE 0-3/4'' (0-20 mm)

H. BRANDON 90 mm CORNER BLOCK

ELEVATION B

39 15/16"

(+/-1015 mm)

57"

(+/-1449 mm)

RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR

VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT);

RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR

IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT);

PRE-CUT BRANDON 90 mm

BLOCK (GAS KIT)

57"

(+/-1449 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

B B

43"

(+/-1092 mm)

54 1/8"

(+/-1375 mm)

20 1/16"

(+/-510 mm)

12"

(+/-305 mm)

12"

(+/-305 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

9 13/16"

(250 mm)

17 3/4"

(+/-450 mm)

1 1

12"

(+/-305 mm)

ELEVATION A

TOP

SECTION 1-1

NOTE : Secure the blocks using a heat resistant

concrete adhesive. The installer must ensure that

the installation and use of the fire pit comply with

local regulations and code requirements.

Consult our Installation Guide in our website for a detail step by step installation.

www.techo-bloc.com

02/2020

TB-TS-DET_FP_BRANDON_1_EN

BRANDON

FIRE PIT-RECTANGLE (KIT)

QUANTITY OF MATERIALS REQUIRED

- RAFFINATO CAP 60 mm: 8

- BRANDON 90 mm BLOCK C : 20

- BRANDON 90 mm CORNER BLOCK: 30

A. STEEL BOX INSERT

B. CLEAN STONE 3/4'' (20 mm), 4'' (100 mm) THICK

C. RAFFINATO CAP 60 mm (PRE-CUT)

D. BRANDON 90 mm BLOCK

E. TECHO-BLOC PAVERS OR SLABS

F. SETTING BED 1'' (25 mm)

G. COMPACTED GRANULAR BASE 0-3/4'' (0-20 mm)

H. BRANDON 90 mm CORNER BLOCK

ELEVATION B

39 15/16"

(+/-1015 mm)

57"

(+/-1449 mm)

RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR

VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT);

RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR

IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT);

PRE-CUT BRANDON 90 mm

BLOCK (GAS KIT)

57"

(+/-1449 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

B B

43"

(+/-1092 mm)

54 1/8"

(+/-1375 mm)

20 1/16"

(+/-510 mm)

12"

(+/-305 mm)

12"

(+/-305 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

19"

(+/-483 mm)

9 13/16"

(250 mm)

17 3/4"

(+/-450 mm)

1 1

12"

(+/-305 mm)

ELEVATION A

TOP

SECTION 1-1

NOTE : Secure the blocks using a heat resistant

concrete adhesive. The installer must ensure that

the installation and use of the fire pit comply with

local regulations and code requirements.

Consult our Installation Guide in our website for a detail step by step installation.

www.techo-bloc.com

02/2020

TB-TS-DET_FP_BRANDON_1_EN

BRANDON

FIRE PIT-RECTANGLE (KIT)

QUANTITY OF MATERIALS REQUIRED

- RAFFINATO CAP 60 mm: 8

- BRANDON 90 mm BLOCK C : 20

- BRANDON 90 mm CORNER BLOCK: 30

A. STEEL BOX INSERT

B. CLEAN STONE 3/4'' (20 mm), 4'' (100 mm) THICK

C. RAFFINATO CAP 60 mm (PRE-CUT)

D. BRANDON 90 mm BLOCK

E. TECHO-BLOC PAVERS OR SLABS

F. SETTING BED 1'' (25 mm)

G. COMPACTED GRANULAR BASE 0-3/4'' (0-20 mm)

H. BRANDON 90 mm CORNER BLOCK

ELEVATION B

39 15/16"

(+/-1015 mm)

57"

(+/-1449 mm)

RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR

VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT);

RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR

IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT);

PRE-CUT BRANDON 90 mm

BLOCK (GAS KIT)

Overall Dimensions

Below are the overall dimensions of the re pit (inserts not shown). The height shown is the total height

(including buried portion). Unless installed directly on a paver surface or concrete slab, the re pit should

be buried about 2" or 3" below nished grade.

ELEVATION B

Positioning reference per layer

Foundation preparation

PAVER SURFACE OR CONCRETE SLAB

If you are building the re pit on an existing paver surface

or concrete slab, drill through the pavement to provide a

2"diameter drain hole at the lowest point. This will allow the

rainwater to inltrate into the ground. Fill the drain hole with

clean stone. Go to step Installation of blocks.

COMPACTED GRAVEL BASE

Mark out the area of the re pit and excavate to accommodate 6" of well compacted, dense-graded

aggregate base, a 1" layer of sand setting bed, and about 2" or 3" of re pit wall that will be buried below

ground. The aggregate base should extend at least 6"on all the sides of the re pit walls.

It is recommended that a geotextile be laid on the top of the soil surface and up the sides of the

excavated area.

Place and uniformly compact the aggregate base. The aggregate base should be compacted, for best

results, using a vibratory plate compactor, or hand tamper.

Spread 1” concrete sand setting bed and level using two 1” diameter pipes and a straight edge (such as a

2"x4"). Keep in mind that the 1” setting bed will be reduced to 5/8" once the wall blocks will be set into the

sand setting bed with a mallet.

Note: if the re pit is being installed along with a paver installation, the aggregate base course and

setting bed of pavers can be extended to be used for the re pit installation.

FOR A GAS FIRE PIT,

PLAN THE INSTALLATION

(GAS LINE, RISER) ACCORDINGLY

WITH A PROFESSIONAL LOCALLY

LICENSED BY THE AUTHORITY

HAVING JURISDICTION

IN GAS PIPING. REFER TO

MANUFACTURER'S INSTALLATION

AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.

Installation of blocks

LAYER 1

Place the rst course of blocks with the narrower side of the block facing towards the center of the re

pit. Verify that no gaps are left at the outer face of the blocks. Once the rst course has been aligned, use

a soft-head mallet to set the blocks into the sand setting bed. Make sure that the blocks are leveled from

front to back, side to side, and from block to block.

LAYER 2 TO 5

Install the next courses as shown on the drawings and using the insert as a template (when possible)

taking into consideration the requirements of the specic insert selected.

Use a heat resistant concrete adhesive to glue every course to the blocks beneath it. All units should be

dry and dust free before applying adhesives. Any alignment adjustments should be done quickly as the

adhesive will set up in a short amount of time and the block will set in place.

LAYER 6

(Cap installation) - make sure the inserts (wood or gas) t before xing the coping units.

Dry lay the cap units and place the insert (wood or gas) in the center of the opening as required. Make

sure that the insert ange (if applicable, e.g. for the wood inserts) rests evenly on top of the cap units and

that the cap units overhang the re pit wall in a uniform way.

Take out the insert (wood or gas) and lift up each cap unit individually leaving the others in place to act as

a guide. Apply adhesive to glue every cap unit to the blocks beneath it. Put the insert back with the ange

resting on top of the cap units (if applicable, e.g. for the wood inserts).

Fill the inside of the pit with 3/4" (20 mm) clean stone to a depth of 4" (100 mm). This will allow the

ltration of any water that may evacuate through the walls of the re pit following a rainstorm.

Do not light a re for at least 48 hours to allow any adhesive to cure properly and for potentially

ammable fumes to dissipate.

Insert options

DATE :

SHEET:

TECHO-BLOC OUTDOOR FEATURES

I.G.

THESE GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATIONS ARE INTENDED

FOR PRELIMINARY DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY AND

SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION.

FINAL DESIGN SHOULD BE APPROVED BY A QUALIFIED,

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER.

TYPICAL DETAILS

DRAWN BY :

SCALE: NONE

FILE:

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BRANDON RECTANGULAR FIREPIT

WOOD FIRE PIT

SLEEVE INSERT INSTALLATION USE STEEL INSERT AS TEMPLATE

3/4

DATE :

SHEET:

TECHO-BLOC OUTDOOR FEATURES

I.G.

THESE GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATIONS ARE INTENDED

FOR PRELIMINARY DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY AND

SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION.

FINAL DESIGN SHOULD BE APPROVED BY A QUALIFIED,

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER.

TYPICAL DETAILS

DRAWN BY :

SCALE: NONE

FILE:

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BRANDON RECTANGULAR FIREPIT

GAS KIT INSTALLATION

4/4

GAS KIT INSTALLATIONWOOD FIRE PIT SLEEVE INSERT

INSTALLATION

BRANDON PRESCOTT

RAFFINATO VALENCIA

RECOMMENDED LOCATION

FOR SUPPORTS ANGLE

RECOMMENDED LOCATION

FOR SUPPORTS ANGLE

RECOMMENDED LOCATION

FOR SUPPORTS ANGLE

RECOMMENDED LOCATION

FOR SUPPORTS ANGLE

DATE :

SHEET:

TECHO-BLOC OUTDOOR FEATURES

I.G.

THESE GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATIONS ARE INTENDED

FOR PRELIMINARY DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY AND

SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION.

FINAL DESIGN SHOULD BE APPROVED BY A QUALIFIED,

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER.

TYPICAL DETAILS

DRAWN BY :

SCALE: NONE

FILE:

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LAYER 1, 3 & 5

LAYER 2 & 4

DATE :

SHEET:

TECHO-BLOC OUTDOOR FEATURES

I.G.

THESE GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATIONS ARE INTENDED

FOR PRELIMINARY DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY AND

SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION.

FINAL DESIGN SHOULD BE APPROVED BY A QUALIFIED,

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER.

TYPICAL DETAILS

DRAWN BY :

SCALE: NONE

FILE:

2022-12-20

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BRANDON RECTANGULAR FIREPIT

2ST, 4TH LAYER

LAYER 2 & 4

BRANDON 90 mm CORNER

BRANDON 90 mm C

BRANDON 90 mm CORNER

2/4

DATE :

SHEET:

TECHO-BLOC OUTDOOR FEATURES

I.G.

THESE GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATIONS ARE INTENDED

FOR PRELIMINARY DESIGN PURPOSES ONLY AND

SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION.

FINAL DESIGN SHOULD BE APPROVED BY A QUALIFIED,

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER.

TYPICAL DETAILS

DRAWN BY :

SCALE: NONE

FILE:

2022-12-20

1-877-832-4625

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BRANDON RECTANGULAR FIREPIT

1ST, 3RD & 5TH LAYER

BRANDON 90 mm CORNER

RECOMMENDED LOCATION ON LAYER 3

FOR VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT)

LAYER 1, 3 & 5

RECOMMENDED LOCATION ON LAYER 3

FOR IGNITION CONTROL (GAS KIT)

RECOMMENDED LOCATION ON LAYER 3

FOR VENT ACCESSORY (GAS KIT)

BRANDON 90 mm C

1/4

Operation

and maintenance

› The repit is not designed for large res. Fire should be contained at least 6” away from the repit wall

blocks. Overheating could lead to heat damage to the repit components. Use only a small amount of dry

and clean hardwood for burning.

› Allow the re to burn out on its own unless it is an emergency case. Extinguishing an active re with

water or any other liquid may cause the metal components of the accessory kit to warp and will

encourage the formation of rust.

FOR A GAS FIRE PIT,

CONSULT ALSO THE MANUFACTURER

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL.

› Do not burn charcoals, leaves, trash, paper, cardboard, and softwoods such as pine, cedar and plywood.

› Do not use lighter uid, gasoline, or other re accelerants to start or maintain res.

› Never touch the steel insert and ange while a re is lit. The steel insert and ange will become

extremely hot and burn the skin on contact. Wear re resistant gloves when maintaining the re.

› The re pit area must always be clear and free from any combustible materials such as gasoline, propane

tanks and/or any other ammable vapors and/or liquids.

› Always have a re extinguisher or garden hose nearby for any potential emergency.

› Avoid using the re pit in windy conditions.

› At each use, before starting a re, remove all accumulation of ashes, wood and debris from the re bowl

and inspect the overall re pit and accessories to ensure that it is in safe operational condition.

› Children and pets should NEVER be left unsupervised when the re pit is in use. We highly recommend

that good re safety measures are practiced and that you and your guests maintain a minimum distance

of 3 feet away from the re pit to avoid potential injury.

› Do not sit, lean on or stand on the re pit wall.

› Ensure that the re pit area is always clear of toys, clothing, etc.

› Do not use the re pit for cooking purposes unless otherwise permitted by the manufacturer.

› Never leave an active re unattended.

› It is recommended to replace the clean stone at the bottom of the re pit annually to maintain proper

water ltration.

*HPC / TECHO-BLOC PARTNERSHIP WARRANTY

OUTDOOR FIRE PIT COMPONENTS RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL

Fire Pit Stainless Steel Burner Lifetime Lifetime

Outdoor Fireplace Burner Lifetime Lifetime

Electronic Ignition Components 3 Years 1 Year

Pilot Assemblies 2 Years 1 Year

Stainless Steel Components 5 Years 1 Year

Flex Lines 5 Years 1 Year

Regulators 3 Years 1 Year

Outdoor Log Sets 3 Years 3 Years

Fire Pit Cover 3 Years 1 Year

*Warranty is for parts only and does not include any labor charges that may be incurred.

Available in wood, natural gas & liquid propane burning options.

Visit techo-bloc.com to discover more.

Rafnato 14" × 28" caps included. Metal re pit insert sold separately.

The installation of a sleeve or accessory kit will prevent damages to your re pit.

TOLL FREE:

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WWW.TECHO-BLOC.COM

CINCINNATI

9950 Farr CT, Cincinnati, OH 45246

DETROIT

2210 Scott Lake Rd., Waterford, MI 48328

ILLINOIS

8201 31st St. W, Rock Island, IL 61201

ILLINOIS

24312 W. Riverside Dr., Channahon, IL 60410

INDIANA

2397 County Rd 27, Waterloo, IN 46793

MARYLAND

6710 Binder Ln., Elkridge, MD 21075

MASSACHUSETTS

70 East Brookeld Rd., North Brookeld, MA 01535

MINNESOTA

4372 170th St. W, Farmington, MN 55024

NASHVILLE

160 Center Point Rd. S, Hendersonville, TN 37077

NEW YORK

55-65 South 4th Street., Bay Shore, NY 11706

NORTH CAROLINA

5135 Surrett Dr., Archdale, NC 27263

OHIO

97 Industrial St., Rittman, OH 44270

PENNSYLVANIA

852 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl, PA 18072

PENNSYLVANIA

23 Quarry Rd., Douglassville, PA 19518

MONTREAL

5255 Albert-Millichamp Street, Saint-Hubert,

QC J3Y 8Z8

CHAMBLY

7800 Samuel-Hatt Street, Chambly, QC J3L 6W4

OTTAWA

581 Somme Street, Gloucester, ON K1G 6Y7

TORONTO

10 Freshway Dr., Vaughan, ON L4K 1S3

TORONTO

2852 Cedar Creek Road, Ayr, ON N0B 1E0

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