Pyro Products Pyro Tower Assembly Manual

Pyro Tower Assembly Manual

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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 unsupervised 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 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 base.

20. Do NOT wear ﬂammable or loose clothing when operating this ﬁre pit.

21. Do NOT use in windy conditions.

22. Do NOT use gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel, lighter ﬂuid or alcohol to light or re‐light ﬁres.

23. Keep all electrical cords away from a hot ﬁre pit.

24. 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. 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.

25. Do NOT leave a lit outdoor ﬁre pit unattended, especially around children and pets.

26. Do NOT attempt to move or store this outdoor ﬁre pit until all ashes and coals are completely extinguished.

27. Do NOT remove ashes or coals until they are completely and fully extinguished.

28. Use heat resistant gloves or hot pads when touching any surfaces of the ﬁre pit.

29. Only use the ﬁre tool provided to add or move logs.

30. Do NOT place wood or charcoal directly into bottom of the outdoor ﬁre pit. Place wood only on the LOG grate.

31. Do NOT overload the ﬁre pit. Do not add additional ﬁrewood until the ﬁre burns down. NOTE: If any portion of the tower, 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: 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 the spark screen to prevent sparks or burning material from coming into contact with the ground or surrounding area. A non‐ﬂammable and heat resistant material such as concrete pavers, brick, or stone between the ﬁre pit and the surface must also be used if the optional Pedestal Base is not attached.

Hardware List

Two bags of hardware are included with your Pyro Tower. The first bag contains hardware for assembling the four side pieces of the tower. The second bag contains hardware for assembling the four side pieces to the bottom base.

1/4” Zinc Lock Washer

1/4” Zinc Flat Washer

1/4” Stainless Lock Washer

1/4” Stainless Socket Head Cap Screw

1/4” Zinc Hex Nut

Shoulder Tabs

1/4” Zinc Lock Washer

1/4” Zinc Flat Washer

1/4” Zinc Carriage Bolt

1/4” Zinc Hex Nut

Shoulder Tabs

Tower Bag

Base Bag

Qty. 12

Qty. 6

Parts List

Your Pyro Tower is constructed from 3/16” steel and requires four boxes for safe shipping because of the size and weight of the pieces. Below you will find a description of the parts contained in each box:

Tower Side Pieces

Tower Back Piece

Tower Front Piece

Removable Shelf

Firewood Basket

Tower Base

Base Description

Below is an overview of the various holes and slots on the Pyro Tower Base:

Drain Holes

Carriage Bolt Holes

Slots for Tower Pieces

Slots for optional Pedestal Legs

Tower Front/Rear Description

Slots for Removable Shelf

Tabs

Bolt Hole

Slot for Shoulder Tab

Air Vents

Bolt hole for optional vent louvre (comes with cooking kit)

Tower Side Pieces Description

Slots for Front/Back Panel Tabs

Slot for Shoulder Tabs

Tabs

Tab and Slot Design

The Pyro Tower is designed with a unique tab and slot assembly that will align all of the pieces in position before being secured together with the included hardware.

Tab on Tower Front

Corresponding Slot on Tower Side Piece

Shoulder Tabs

The Shoulder Tabs are inserted into the smaller slots on the Tower Side Pieces. The hole in the Shoulder Tab will align with the hole on the Front and Rear Tower Pieces where a bolt is inserted to secure the pieces together.

Shoulder Tab

Corresponding Bolt Holes

Shoulder Tab Alignment

Shoulder Tab Inserted

Insert Bolt Here

Bolt Hardware Sequence

Below is a description of the proper assembly sequence to secure the Pyro Tower hardware:

Bolt

Flat Washer

Shoulder Tab

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

Hex Nut

Tower Assembly Overview

This graphic will aid in identifying the parts of your Pyro Tower and their position prior to assembly.

Tower Side Piece

Tower Back Piece

Tower Front Piece

Tower Base

Selecting the Outside Face

Two factors should be considered prior to assembling your Pyro Tower.

Part of what makes the Pyro Tower such a unique and beautiful product is the decision to preserve the look of the natural raw steel from which it is constructed. The milling process that creates the large sheets of steel that we cut the Pyro Tower parts from have a random variance in the metals appearance not unlike the grain found in wood. Some sheets are darker or lighter in color and some have a beautiful “marble-like” appearance. Depending on your particular taste you can choose to highlight whatever pattern you like best be picking which side of the panel faces outward.

Much care is taken to ensure your Pyro Tower arrives in the best possible condition. While the heavy duty 3/16” steel is nearly impervious to damage from any reasonable handling during shipment, scratches to the surface are expected. The nature of shipping large and heavy pieces of steel makes some movement inevitable resulting in minor surface scratches that will not affect the performance of your Pyro Tower. We recommend you examine both sides of each piece and position the side you like best so that it faces outward. This ensures the side with any surface imperfections will remain hidden from view on the inside.

Base Assembly

There are six carriage bolts that need to be positioned through the bottom of the base prior to assembling the tower. To do so, simply turn the base on its side and slide the carriage bolts through the square holes and thread a hex nut 1/4 of the way down to prevent the bolt from falling through as you tip the base back to the ground. Once you have positioned the base right side up on flat and level ground, you can remove the hex nuts from the carriage bolts.

Insert 6 Carriage Bolts in square holes

Prepare Side Pieces For Assembly

The Shoulder Tabs must be inserted into the bottom slots of the Tower Panels prior to assembly on the Base. Two Shoulder Tabs are used on the Side Panels and one Shoulder Tab is used on the Front and Rear Panels.

Insert Shoulder Tabs into bottom slots

Assembly Sequence

Two people are recommended for easy assembly. One person can easily hold the pieces in position while the second person aligns the slots and tabs. Once all of the pieces are in position the unit become self-supporting so you can safely and easily secure the pieces with the Shoulder Tabs and hardware.

Shoulder Tabs Slide Over Carriage Bolts In Base

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Position the front and rear panels while the second person holds in place.

Add the first Side Panel by inserting the Front and Back Panel tabs into the corresponding slots on the Side Panel

Add the last panel by repeating step 2. Verify all panels are aligned with their respective slots and tabs. Insert Shoulder Tabs in the slots on the Side Panels and secure hardware as instructed on Page 7.

Installing The Shelf

Slide the removable shelf in through the bottom opening of the Blaze Tower.

Tilt the front end of the shelf up at an angle above the middle divider.

Slide the shelf forward as far as possible and tilt the back of the shelf up to a level position

Slide the three tabs rearward into the corresponding slots.

Push the shelf down until the slot in the middle tab of the shelf is secure around the tab in the middle slot of the rear panel.

WARNING: Never start a fire directly on the shelf. To prevent warping

caused by high temperatures, always use the included firewood rack.

Caring For Your Pyro Tower

Every part of your Pyro Tower was hand-rubbed with an FDA Approved polymerized linseed oil to provide a safe and natural finish to protect the steel from moisture designed to delay the natural rusting process.

If you wish to preserve the look of your Pyro Tower’s original appearance then it will be necessary to apply additional coats of oil after the first burn and to periodically inspect and reapply the oil as it will degrade over time due to UV exposure from the sun. Simply clean your Pyro Tower with a dry cloth or warm water if necessary. Allow to dry completely. Use a staining pad or cloth rag to apply a very thin layer of food-safe polymerized linseed oil to all surfaces. Thoroughly buff when done to remove excess oil to prevent a gummy finish.

You may also choose to allow the Pyro Tower to age beautifully through the natural Patina process. Patina is a natural weathering process which occurs when metal is exposed to oxygen and moisture that will gradually change bare steel from a bluish gray color to a dark reddish brown. This natural process varies the appearance of each piece making every Blaze unique.

Patina vs. Rust

This is a bit like geometry where a square is a rectangle but a rectangle is not a square. It's true that rust is a part of the patina process but whereas rust has a well-deserved negative connotation a mature patina is actually a natural protective coating that will preserve the integrity of the underlying metal.

The Pyro Tower is constructed from 3/16" plate steel that is three to five times thicker than grills and fire pits from other manufacturers. The surface rust that forms in the early stages of the patina process will not rust through the thicker steel of the Pyro Tower as it will on thinner metal and will gradually convert into an aesthetically pleasing protective shell that will last for decades.

One thing to note is that water runoff during the early stages of the patina process can stain wood, concrete, or other light colored surfaces so keep that in mind when selecting the location for your Pyro Tower.

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