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CALDERA FIRE PIT Electronic Ignition Installation Manual
OUTDOOR FIREPIT BURNER MODELS CIF-E-18 & 18P
Burner conforms to: ANSI Z21.97/CSA 2.41 - (2012/10/01) “Outdoor Decorative Gas Appliances”
DANGER - IF YOU SMELL GAS
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
We recommend that our re pits be
installed and serviced by professionals
that are certied in the U.S. by NFI
(National Fireplace Institute)
stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
DANGER
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!
INSTALLER: Leave this manual with the appliance. CONSUMER: Retain this manual for future reference
SAFETY INFORMATION
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WARNINGS:
IMPORTANT: This appliance should be inspected before use and at least once annually by a qualied
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 aected by carbon monoxide than others, including pregnant women, people with heart or lung disease or anemia, those under the inuence 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 modication 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 qualied 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 qualied 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.
POSITIONING GAS SUPPLY
See page 8 of this manual for Gas Installation Requirements
The Caldera Corten Fire Pit has an open base through which you can bring a gas or propane line. See Fig. 1.
Please make sure that the gas line is located only within this area. This will ensure that the nal position of the unit will not be compromised.
ATTENTION:
45”
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Gas line must be installed by a
licensed contractor in compliance with local codes.
FIG 1. PLAN AND VERTICAL SECTION
35.5”
12”
41”
PLACEMENT AND ASSEMBLY
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CAUTION:
HEAVY: Use care when lifting and placing to avoid injury and damage to property and the re pit itself. Fire pits will require 2 or more
people to lift.
ATTENTION: Cor-Ten Steel is designed to rust in order to form a protective layer that resists further corrosion. This layer can take 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.
1. Please refer to ‘Clearances to Combustibles’ guide on page 6 of this guide for placement.
2. Ensure that the nal location for the re pit is as at and level as possible. Also provide adequate drainage
beneath the re pit.
3. Completely unpack the re pit. Some components may be packed inside the Caldera body.
4. Note where the control knob hole is to ensure that it will face in the desired direction. Carefully lift the re
pit and place it in its nal position. If there is a gas riser, re pit vessel should be placed so that the stub is enclosed within the Caldera body (2).
5. If the Caldera does not sit level, shim appropriately so that it is level and evenly supported.
6. Use a blanket or other padding to protect re pit from damage. Carefully tilt and lift re pit so that it is resting
on its side. Make sure that the re pit is secure and supported before proceeding.
7. Connect ex hose to Natural Gas or Propane Source as per page 8 of this manual. Check connections for
leaks. (see page 8)
8. Ensure that power supply to outlet is o. Connect power supply to burner and to outlet.
9. Carefully lower re pit back into place.
10. Assemble and test burner as per instructions on page 7.
COMPONENTS
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1. Burner Assembly
2. Body
FIG 2. Caldera Corten - Top and Underside
3. Gas / Electrical Connection NOTE: Weather protection is recommended for power adapter.
Locate gas and power supply stubs at the outer-most edge of the base cutout and as low as practiceable
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES
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72”72”
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CALDERA BOL
FIG 3. MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES
15” 17”
BURNER ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Failure to position parts in
accordance with these diagrams
and instructions and/or failure to
use parts specically approved for use with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.
CAUTION: Do not remove the metal data plates attached to the Outdoor
Fire Pit Burner. These plates
contain important information.
NOTICE: Installation and repair should
be done by a qualied service
person. The appliance should
be inspected before use and at least once annually by a qualied service person. More frequent cleaning may be required as necessary. It is imperative that control compartment, burner and circulating air passageways of the appliance be kept clean.
TO ASSEMBLE THE BURNER
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. Cover the burner pan evenly with burner media (lava pebbles OR glass) so that the burner ring is covered with a 1/2”-3/4” of media. Do not obstruct lighting port with
burner media!
4. Follow the Initial Lighting Instructions on page 10.
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. Place decorative topping (if applicable), leaving the pilot cover exposed. Placement of toppings will aect the aesthetic character of the ame. Adjust positioning
if necessary. Always completely extinguish burner and pilot and wait for media to cool before making
adjustments.
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!
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GLASS MEDIA (NG ONLY)
LAVA MEDIA (LP & NG)
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LIGHTING PORT
“RIVER ROCK” TOPPING
CONNECTING TO GAS SUPPLY
WARNING:
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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CHECKING GAS CONNECTION
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A qualied 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
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.
APPROVED FLEXIBLE GAS HOSE
A.G.A DESIGN-CERTIFIED MANUAL SHUTOFF VALVE WITH 1/8” NPT TAP
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).
3” MINIMUM
CAP PIPE NIPPLE TEE JOINT
FROM GAS METER (5” W.C. TO 10.5” W.C. PRESSURE)
SEDIMENT TRAP
TECHNICAL DATA
Burner Dimensions
26.375”
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CIR-E-18(P)
7”
10.5”
Burner Specications:
MODEL # MAX INPUT
CIF-E-18 69,000 4.5” W.C. 10.5” W.C. 3.5” W.C. 18 68 1/8”
CIF-E-18P 60,000 11.0” W.C. 13.0” W.C. 10.0” W.C. 37 68 1/8”
ELECTRICAL (ALL MODELS)
Btu/Hr
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
PRESSURE MIN
Minimum Clearances to Combustible Materials:
INLET
INLET
PRESSURE MAX
MANIFOLD
PRESSURE
26.375”
ORIFICE SIZE BURNER PORTS PORT SIZE
ABOVE SIDE BELOW
72” 18” 0”
LIGHTING YOUR FIRE PIT
WARNINGS:
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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 qualied 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 qualied service technician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control that has been under water.
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 snier. NOTE: Remove any excess pipe compound from connections if using this method, as the compound can set o electronic sniers.
DANGER: NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can result in injury or property damage. For assistance or additional information, consult a qualied 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.
LIGHTING YOUR FIRE PIT
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WARNING:
This appliance is designed to be connected to a power source that is controllable by a switch.
Do not connect AC adapter to a live power source.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. STOP! Read the safety information on pages 1, 2 and 8 of this manual.
2. Turn o all electric power to the appliance.
3. Do not attempt to light the pilot manually.
4. Turn the supply 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 supply gas control valve to the ON position.
7. Plug the supplied 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 buner, 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.
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. Unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Turn o gas before servicing re pit. It is recommended that a qualied service technician perform these check-ups at the beginning of each re pit season.
If any irregularities are apparent with operation. Please refer to Troubleshooting guide, pages 11-12.
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.
Inspect area around the burner. Remove any lint or foreign material with a brush or
vacuum cleaner.
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If it evident that the burner is damaged, the burner must be replaced prior to the appliance being put into operation.
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 replace is in operation or connected to the gas line with the main shuto valve open and the IPS activated (powered). The pilot ame has two distinct ames: one engulng the ame sensor, and the other reaching to the main burner.
Burner Element
TROUBLESHOOTING
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WARNING:
Turn o appliance and let cool before servicing. Only a qualied service
person should service and repair this appliance.
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
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.)
Burner is excessively noisy (Note: The movement and combustion of gas will create low, unavoidable
levels of noise.)
Gas odor even when power is o 1. Gas leak. See Warning statement
1. Poor fuel quality
2. Excessive ame impingement or
blockage
3. Improper fuel/air mixture
1. Passage of air/gas across irregular surfaces
2. Excessive gas pressure on natural
gas units
above.
2. Main gas valve defective.
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
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 orice sizing
1. Relieve any tight bends or kinks in gas supply line
2. Check/reset gas regulator pressure
1. Locate and correct all leaks (see
Checking Gas Connections, pg 5)
2. Replace gas valve
Unit produces unwanted odors 1. Gas leak. See Warning statement
below.
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.
1. Locate and correct all leaks (see Checking Gas Connections, pg 5)
TROUBLESHOOTING cont’d
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WARNING:
Turn o appliance and let cool before servicing. Only a qualied service
person should service and repair this appliance.
OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
When power is turned on, nothing
happens
When power is turned on, there is a spark at pilot but no ignition
Burner does not light after pilot is lit 1. Burner orice is clogged
Delayed burner ignition 1. Lighting port is blocked 1. Remove burner media/debris
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
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
2. Inlet gas pressure is too low
3. Burner orice diameter is too small
4. Flame sensor lead loose/ disconnected
5. Main 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 9) or replace
pilot assembly
4. Check/reconnect lead
1. Clean burner orice
2. Contact local gas or propane supplier
3. Replace burner orice
4. Reconnect lead
5. Reconnect lead
from Lighting Port
Burner ame is too low or too high 1. Incorrect gas supply or pressure
2. Blocked burner orice or burner ports
3. Improper burner orice size
1. Check for proper gas supply pressure
2. Free burner orice and burner
ports of any burrs, paint, or other blockage
3. Verify proper burner orice sizing
(see page 5)
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST Wiring Diagram
IGNITION CONTROL BOARD: CC-9120-30
MAIN
GND (VALVE)
PILOT
GND (BURNER)
GND
24V
1 2 3 4 5 106 7 118 9
SENSE
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SPARK
PILOT: NA410 OR LP410
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GAS VALVE: GVBGD258
CHASSIS GROUND
AC POWER ADAPTER INPUT: AC 120V 60 Hz 8A OUTPUT: 24 VAC , 750 mA
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
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1
7
5
6
2
KEY # DESCRIPTION QTY CIR/F-E-18 CIR/F-E-18P
1 2
3
4
5 6
7
8
Burner Ring 18” diameter Burner Pan (CIF-18) Venturi Orice Control Box (c/w Cover)
Chassis
Flex Connector Power Adapter 24 VAC, 750 mA (not shown)
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1
RBP018 PAN025
FLAT25 VNA017 O33018
CBCIR CHACIR FC6812
AC24-750
RBP018
PAN025
FLAT25 VLP017 O33037
CBCIR
CHACIR
FC6812
AC24-750
WARNING:
Failure to position parts in accordance with diagrams or failure to use parts specically approved for this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury. REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE MANUFACTURER
KEY # DESCRIPTION QTY CIR/F-E-18 CIR/F-E-18P
9 10 11 12
13
14
15 16
Main Gas Valve Ignition Control Board
Wire Harness
Pilot Assembly Pilot Shroud Pilot Cover Burner Media - Glass (NG only) Burner Media - Lava Rock (LP only)
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
GVBGD258
CC-9120-30
AUCE-WH-01
NA361 EPSCIR EPCCIR
GC3C18
GVBGD258P
CC-9120-30
AUCE-WH-01
NA361P EPSCIR EPCCIR
LA3C18
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
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9
13
12
11
10
4
15
3
16
WARRANTY INFORMATION
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KEEP THIS FOR WARRANTY
MODEL: (circle one) CIF-18 CIF-18P
SERIAL NO:
DATE PURCHASED:
OUTDOOR FIRE PIT BURNER: 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 Limited Lifetime Warranty will be void if the appliance is not installed by a qualied installer in accordance with installation instructions. The Limited Lifetime 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 unqualied 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
NOTES
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