Fire Pit Safety & Use Instructions

For safe and enjoyable use of your fire pit, please read and follow these instructions before lighting.

Safe Placement

• For outdoor use only. Never use a fire pit indoors, inside a garage, enclosed patio, tent, shed or other enclosed area.
• Always position the fire pit on a stable, level and heat-resistant surface.
• Suitable surfaces may include gravel, crushed rock, sand, brick or suitable pavers.
• Take care when using a fire pit over concrete, tiles, grass, timber, composite decking or other surfaces that may be damaged by heat, sparks, ash or rust staining.
• Where required, place a suitable heat-resistant barrier beneath the fire pit.
• Keep the fire pit well clear of buildings, fences, trees, overhanging branches, outdoor furniture and any other combustible materials.
• Never position the fire pit beneath a roof, awning, pergola or other overhead combustible structure.

Lighting & Fuel

• Use only suitable dry firewood or charcoal unless otherwise stated for your particular fire pit model.
• Never use petrol, methylated spirits, kerosene or other flammable liquids to light or relight the fire.
• Do not overload the fire pit. Keep fires at a sensible and manageable size.
• For a new fire pit, we recommend starting with smaller fires during the first few uses.
• Do not use the fire pit during high winds or in conditions where sparks or embers may be carried into surrounding areas.

During Use

• The fire pit and surrounding components can become extremely hot during use.
• Do not touch or move the fire pit while it is operating or while hot.
• Never leave a lit fire pit unattended.
• Children and pets must be closely supervised and kept a safe distance away.
• Do not allow clothing, furniture or other combustible items to come into contact with the fire pit.
• Keep a garden hose, suitable fire extinguisher or other appropriate firefighting equipment nearby whenever the fire pit is in use.
• Use appropriate heat-resistant tools or gloves when tending the fire.

After Use

• Allow the fire to burn down safely.
• Ensure all flames, coals and embers are completely extinguished before leaving the area.
• Never dispose of hot ash or embers into bins, gardens or combustible containers.
• Only remove ash once the fire pit and contents are completely cool.
• Regularly remove excess ash and debris to help maintain airflow and safe operation.
• Allow the fire pit to cool completely before covering, storing or moving it.

Important

• Always check current local fire restrictions, fire bans and applicable regulations before using your fire pit.
• Be considerate of neighbours and surrounding properties when it comes to smoke, sparks and embers.
• Never use your fire pit when a Total Fire Ban or other restriction prohibits its use.
• Rust-finish and raw-steel fire pits may release rust-coloured runoff or staining. Position them away from surfaces that could be affected.

Fire is inherently hazardous. Always use common sense, maintain adequate clearance from combustible materials and supervise the fire at all times.