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Natural Gas Dangers And Warnings
Natural Gas is flammable and hazardous if handled improperly. Become aware of the
characteristics before using any natural gas product.
Natural Gas Characteristics
• Flammable, explosive under pressure, lighter than air and settles in pools in high areas.
• In its natural state, Natural Gas has no odor. For your safety, an odorant has been added.
• Contact with Natural Gas could burn the skin.
• Natural Gas is extremely flammable and hazardous if handled improperly.
Chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm are created by the combustion of Natural Gas.
Your Natural Gas fire pit is designed to operate on Natural Gas only, at a pressure of
seven inches water column (7" W.C.) Check with your gas utility for local gas pressure,
because in some areas Natural Gas pressure varies. Also, check with your gas company
or with local building codes for instructions to install gas supply line, or call a licensed
and qualified installer.
source, outdoors: after the gas line exits outside wall and before quick disconnect or
before gas supply line enters ground, indoors: in the branch gas line in an accessible
location near the gas supply line.
Pipe sealing compound or pipe thread tape of the type resistant to the action of Natural
Gas must be used on all male pipe threads. Apply compound or tape to at least the first
three to four threads when making a connection.
Important Safety Information
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• Prior to each fire table operation, check the hose for evidence of excessive abrasion or wear.
Use a handheld mirror to see hose sections located under the unit. If the hose is damaged,
cracked or cut, it must be replaced before using the gas fire table. The hose assembly can only
be replaced with a hose assembly specified by the manufacturer. Please call Real Flame at
1-800-654-1704.
• Before each use, examine the burner and its components. If dirty, clean with a soft brush and
soapy water solution. Also examine the area around the burner. Any dirt or foreign material,
such as spider webs or nests in this area should be removed. If it is evident that the burner is
damaged, the fire table must not be used. The burner assembly must be replaced. Please
contact Real Flame at 1-800-654-1704 for technical support.
• Place the hose out of the pathways where people may trip over it. Do not place the hose in
areas where it may be subjected to accidental damage.
DANGER
This outdoor fire table is for use with natural gas (NG) only. The conversion to or attempted
use of liquefied petroleum (LP) in this outdoor fire table is dangerous and could result in
serious personal injury, or property damage.
ATTENTION: Any alteration of the outdoor fire table that is not specifically
directed in the operations manual will void manufacturer warranty.
