Outdoor Fire Pit
Owner’s Manual
31" Portsmouth Fire Pit, Item # 60904
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WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. This appliance is for outdoor use only and should NOT be
used in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area.
2. Do NOT use this outdoor fire pit for indoor heating.
TOXIC carbon monoxide fumes can accumulate and cause
asphyxiation.
3. This outdoor fire pit is NOT recommended for
commercial use.
4. This outdoor fire pit is NOT to be operated by children.
5. This outdoor fire pit is NOT to be used in or on boats or
recreational vehicles.
6. Always use in accordance with all applicable local, state,
and national codes. Contact your local fire department for
details on outdoor burning.
7. When using this outdoor fire pit, exercise the same
precautions you would with any open fire.
8. The use of alcohol, prescription or non‐prescription drugs
may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or
safely operate this outdoor fire pit.
9. Do NOT use this outdoor fire pit without reading this
“Owner’s Manual.”
10. This outdoor fire pit is for use with dry, seasoned
hardwood. It will burn hotter, more completely and create
less smoke.
11. Do NOT burn charcoal briquets, lump charcoal,
manufactured logs, driftwood, trash, leaves, paper,
cardboard, plywood, painted or stained or pressure treated
wood. Avoid using soft woods such as pine or cedar that
can throw sparks.
12. Do NOT alter this outdoor fire pit in any manner.
13. Do NOT use this outdoor fire pit until it is completely
assembled.
14. Do NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
15. Do NOT store or use an LPG cylinder within 10 feet of
this outdoor fire pit while it is in operation.
16. Do NOT use this outdoor fire pit near automobiles,
trucks, vans or recreational vehicles.
17. Do NOT use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep outdoor
fire pit area clear and free from combustible materials,
gasoline and other flammable liquids.
18. Do NOT use this outdoor fire pit under any overhang or
near any unprotected combustible constructions. Avoid
using near or under any overhanging trees or shrubs.
19. Always empty this outdoor fire pit before each use once
the fire pit has cooled COMPLETELY. Leave a thin layer of
ash to protect the bottom of the firebowl.
20. Do NOT wear flammable or loose clothing when
operating this firepit.
21. Do NOT use in windy conditions.
22. Do NOT use this outdoor fire pit unless the spark
guard/firescreen is securely in place.
23. Do NOT use gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel, lighter fluid or
alcohol to light or re‐light fires.
24. Keep all electrical cords away from a hot fire pit.
25. All surfaces of this outdoor fire pit are hot when in
operation. To avoid burns, do NOT touch any part of the fire pit
until it has cooled completely. Use the fire tool provided and
wear protective gear (i.e. potholders, gloves, BBQ mittens, hot
pads, etc.) to handle any parts. NEVER touch ashes or coals to
see if they are hot.
26. Do NOT leave a lit outdoor fire pit unattended, especially
around children and pets.
27. Do NOT attempt to move or store this outdoor fire pit until
all ashes and coals are completely extinguished.
28. Do NOT remove ashes or coals until they are completely and
fully extinguished.
29. Use heat resistant gloves or hot pads when touching any
surfaces of the fire pit.
30. Only use the fire tool provided to add or move logs.
31. Do NOT place wood directly into bottom of the outdoor fire
pit. Place wood only on the LOG grate.
32. Do NOT overload the fire pit. Do not add additional firewood
until the fire burns down. NOTE: If any portion of the bowl, lid or
spark guard/firescreen of this outdoor fire pit are glowing, your
fire is TOO BIG and the fire pit is overloaded.
33. Do NOT lean over this outdoor fire pit when lighting or while
in use.
34. Do NOT place a hot spark guard/firescreen or hot fire tool
onto a combustible surface such as grass, wood or furniture.
35. Avoid breathing smoke from the fire and avoid getting it into
your eyes.
36. This outdoor fire pit should be thoroughly inspected and
cleaned on a regular basis.
37. After a period of storage and/or non‐use, check for signs of
damage and creosote build‐up. Do NOT operate until necessary
repairs and/or clean up are executed.
38. Death, serious injury or property damage may occur if the
above is not followed exactly.
CAUTION: It is not recommended to use this fire pit on a
wooden or other combustible surface or any surface that is not
entirely resistant to high heat. However, if you intend to use
this item on a wooden deck or other combustible surface, or
any surface that is not entirely resistant to high heat, you
MUST use a non‐flammable and heat resistant material such as
concrete pavers, brick, or stone between the fire pit and the
surface.
