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The Carmen Stainless Steel Fire Pit by The Outdoor Plus measures 72 inches long and 16 inches wide, with a recessed 52-by-8-inch burning area. Choose a 16- or 24-inch body height; both versions have the same footprint and listed 40,000 BTU burner input.
The height choice changes more than the proportions. The 16-inch version keeps the enclosure lower between seats but cannot store a propane tank inside. The 24-inch version exposes eight more inches of stainless steel and includes a tank-access door. Compare the body height with your seat cushions, and leave room for tank changes if choosing the taller propane configuration.
Design & Construction
Individually handcrafted in the USA, the Carmen has a stainless steel enclosure with straight sides and a recessed linear burner assembly. The long metal faces remain visible below the burning area, making the selected body height a significant part of how much stainless steel you see from nearby seating.
The 16-inch version is the lower of the two, but its relationship to your furniture depends on cushion height. The 24-inch version raises both the surround and burning area by eight inches. Check that difference against the view between facing seats, particularly where you want to see across the fire pit to guests or the landscape beyond.
With an 8-inch-wide burning area inside a 16-inch-wide body, the Carmen provides a narrow surround rather than a broad tabletop. Plan separate tables for drinks and serving pieces instead of assuming the metal ledge will serve that purpose while the fire is lit. Keep all objects outside the manufacturer's required clearances.
Slight variations in color and texture may occur because of the handmade construction. Request a physical finish sample if the enclosure needs to coordinate with nearby stainless steel furniture or fixtures. Follow the manufacturer's cleaning instructions rather than assuming every stainless steel cleaner is suitable for the supplied finish.
Sizes & Specifications
Both heights use the same listed burning-area dimensions, burner input and suggested fire-glass quantity. The taller enclosure does not provide a longer flame bed or a higher standard BTU rating.
| Height Option | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Burning Area (L × W) | Listed BTU Rating | Suggested Fire Glass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16-inch tall | 72 × 16 × 16 in. | 52 × 8 in. | 40,000 | 44 lb |
| 24-inch tall | 72 × 16 × 24 in. | 52 × 8 in. | 40,000 | 44 lb |
The fire-glass quantity is a suggested ordering amount, not a media-depth instruction. Follow the requirements for the selected burner and ignition system when placing media. The listed BTU rating describes burner input, not a guaranteed heating area.
Ignition & Fuel Options
Choose a natural gas or liquid propane configuration to match the planned gas supply. Six ignition options are available:
- Match Lit: Light the burner manually without an electrical connection.
- Match Lit with Flame Sense: Manual lighting with flame monitoring that shuts off the gas if the flame goes out.
- Low Voltage Electronic: Electronic ignition requiring a suitable low-voltage power supply.
- Plug & Play: Electronic ignition that connects to a suitable electrical outlet.
- Spark Glow: Battery-powered spark ignition without a separate lighter.
- Fire Glow: Battery-powered spark ignition with flame monitoring and automatic gas shutoff.
For propane installations, the 16-inch version requires tank placement outside the enclosure. The 24-inch version includes a door for internal propane tank storage. Confirm compatible tank dimensions and the required installation arrangement before ordering; the additional body height should not be treated as confirmation that any propane cylinder will fit.
Select the ignition system before completing gas lines, electrical work or surrounding paving. Have your installer confirm supply pressure, gas-line sizing and power requirements for the exact configuration. Position furniture so operating controls, the tank door and service access remain reachable.
Decorative Media & Accessories
The Carmen includes a fire pan, burner, selected ignition configuration and lava rock. Optional fire glass replaces the appearance of the lava-rock bed with a different media finish. Both body heights have the same suggested fire-glass order of 44 pounds.
Catalog-listed upgrades include a Bullet Burner, glass wind guard, stainless steel burner lid and canvas cover. The two heights share the listed burner, lid and wind guard, but require different canvas covers. Specify the 16- or 24-inch body height when ordering a cover, not just the 72-inch length.
If choosing the Bullet Burner upgrade, confirm its input and gas-supply requirements before installation. Do not apply the standard burner's 40,000 BTU rating to the upgraded assembly without checking its specifications. A glass wind guard does not reduce required clearances or override restrictions on operating conditions.
Allow the unit to cool completely before fitting a lid or cover. Keep debris out of the burner area and ventilation openings, and follow the manufacturer's care instructions for the stainless steel enclosure and ignition components.
Placement & Installation
The Carmen is intended for outdoor use only. Have a qualified installer confirm the supporting surface, ventilation, gas connection, required clearances and any electrical work before the unit is positioned.
The 16-inch body width is not the total space required between seats. Lay out the enclosure together with the manufacturer's required clearances, then check the arrangement with people seated. Preserve routes around both ends of the six-foot body rather than relying on guests stepping close to the fire pit to enter or leave the lounge.
For the 24-inch propane version, include the open tank door and cylinder-changing space in that layout. For the 16-inch propane version, resolve the external tank location and approved gas connection before completing the furniture plan.
Check gates, steps and turns along the delivery route. Confirm unloading and final-placement arrangements rather than assuming delivery includes installation. Protect the finished enclosure from tools and nearby construction work.
For hospitality installations, establish who will light and shut down the unit, how controls will remain accessible and how staff will reach the burner for cleaning and service. Keep required circulation routes clear and have the installer confirm applicable local and commercial requirements.
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
| SPEC SHEET | Carmen Stainless Steel Fire Pit Spec Sheet |
|---|---|
| INSTALL GUIDE - MATCH LIT | Fire Pit Installation - Match Lit |
| INSTALL GUIDE - LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRONIC | Fire Pit Installation - Low Voltage Electronic |
| INSTALL GUIDE - PLUG & PLAY ELECTRONIC | Fire Pit Installation - Plug & Play Electronic |
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- Subjective Returns: Yes (eligible pieces only)
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