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
1. Shut o gas to the appliance.
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 certied 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 qualied
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 aected
by carbon monoxide than others,
including pregnant women, people with
heart or lung disease or anemia, those
under the inuence 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 modication 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 qualied 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 qualied 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”
6
CALDERABOL
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 specically 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 qualied service
person. The appliance should
be inspected before use and at
least once annually by a qualied
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 aect 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 qualied 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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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 SIZEBURNER PORTSPORT SIZE
ABOVESIDEBELOW
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 qualied 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 qualied 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 snier. NOTE: Remove any excess pipe compound from
connections if using this method, as the compound can set o electronic sniers.
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 qualied
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 qualied 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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Pilot Assembly
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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 engulng 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 qualied 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 o1. 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 orice 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 odors1. 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 qualied 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 lit1. Burner orice is clogged
Delayed burner ignition1. Lighting port is blocked1. Remove burner media/debris
1. No power to unit1. 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 orice 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 orice
2. Contact local gas or propane
supplier
3. Replace burner orice
4. Reconnect lead
5. Reconnect lead
from Lighting Port
Burner ame is too low or too high1. Incorrect gas supply or pressure
2. Blocked burner orice or burner
ports
3. Improper burner orice size
1. Check for proper gas supply
pressure
2. Free burner orice and burner
ports of any burrs, paint, or other
blockage
3. Verify proper burner orice sizing
(see page 5)
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST
Wiring Diagram
IGNITION CONTROL BOARD: CC-9120-30
MAIN
GND (VALVE)
PILOT
GND (BURNER)
GND
24V
1234510671189
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 #DESCRIPTIONQTYCIR/F-E-18CIR/F-E-18P
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Burner Ring 18” diameter
Burner Pan (CIF-18)
Venturi
Orice
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 specically approved for this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury.
REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE MANUFACTURER
KEY #DESCRIPTIONQTYCIR/F-E-18CIR/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 qualied 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 unqualied 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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