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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
This appliance has been tested to and
complies with the ANS Z 21.97-2010, Outdoor
Decorative Gas Appliances CGA CR 97-003
Outdoor Gas Fireplaces. The installation must
conform to local codes or in the absence of
local codes to the National Fuel Gas Code.
ANS Z223.1. This manual contains important
information about the assembly, operation
and maintenance of this fire pit. General
safety information is presented in these first
few pages and is also located throughout
the manual. Keep this manual for future
reference and to educate new users of this
product. This manual should be read in
conjunction with the labeling on the product.
Safety precautions are essential when any
mechanical or propane fueled equipment is
involved. These precautions are necessary
when using, storing, and servicing. Using
the equipment with the respect and caution
demanded will reduce the possibilities of
personal injury or property damage. The
following symbols shown below are used
extensively throughout this manual. Always
heed these precautions, as they are essential
when using any mechanical or propane
fueled equipment.
DANGER
EXPLOSION—FIRE HAZARD
•
Keep solid combustibles, such as
building materials, paper, or cardboard
a safe distance away from the fire pit as
recommended by the instructions.
•
Provide adequate clearances around air
openings into the combustion chamber.
• Never use the fire pit in spaces which
do or may contain volatile or airborne
combustibles, or products such as
gasoline, solvents, paint thinner, dust
particles, or unknown chemicals.
•
During operation, this appliance can be a
source of ignition. Keep fire pit area clear
and free from combustible materials,
gasoline, paint thinner, cleaning solvents
and other flammable vapors and liquids.
Do not use fire pit in areas with high dust
content. Minimum fire pit clearances from
combustible materials: 2 feet (24 inches)
from the sides & 2 feet (24 inches) from
the rear, 6 feet (72 inches) from ceiling.
•
Never store propane near high heat, open
flames, pilot lights, direct sunlight, other
ignition sources or where temperatures
exceed 120 degrees F (49 degrees C).
•
Propane vapors are heavier than air and
can accumulate in low places. If you smell
gas, leave the area immediately.
•
Never install or remove a propane cylinder
while the fire pit is lighted, near flame, pilot
lights, or other ignition sources or while fire
pit is hot to the touch.
• This fire pit is red hot during use and can
ignite flammables too close to the burner.
Keep flammables at least 2 feet (24 inches)
from top and 2 feet (24 inches) from sides.
Keep gasoline and other flammable liquids
and vapors well away from fire pit.
•
Store the propane cylinder outdoors in a
well ventilated space out of the reach of
children. Never store the propane cylinder
in an enclosed area (house, garage, etc.).
If fire pit is to be stored indoors, disconnect
the propane cylinder for outdoor storage.
WARNING
Failure to comply with the precautions and
instructions provided with this fire pit can
result in death, serious bodily injury and
property loss or damage from hazards of
fire, explosion, burn, asphyxiation, and/
or carbon monoxide poisoning. Only
persons who can understand and follow the
instructions should use or service this fire pit.
WARNING
We cannot foresee every use which may be
made of our fire pit. Check with your local
fire safety authority if you have questions
about fire pit use. Other standards govern
the use of fuel gases and heat producing
products for specific uses. Your local
authorities can advise you about these. If no
local codes exist, follow National Fuel Gas
Code, ANS Z223.1. In Canada, installation
must conform to local codes. If no local
codes exist, follow the current National
standards of CANADA CAN/CGA-B 149.2.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance can
cause property damage, injury or death.
Read the installation, operation and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before
installing or servicing this equipment.
WARNING
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance. An LP-cylinder
not connected for use shall not be stored in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
DANGER
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. If odor continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your gas
supplier or fire department.
WARNING / DANGER
WARNING/DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
• This fire pit is a combustion appliance. All
combustion appliances produce carbon
monoxide (CO) during the combustion
process. This product is designed to
produce extremely minute, non-hazardous
amounts of CO if used and maintained
in accordance with all warnings and
instructions. Do not block air flow into or
out of the fire pit.
• Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning
produces flu-like symptoms, watery eyes,
headaches, dizziness, fatigue and possibly
death. You can’t see it and you can’t smell
it. It’s an invisible killer. If these symptoms
are present during operation of this
product get fresh air immediately!
• For outdoor use only.
• Never use inside house, or other
unventilated or enclosed area.
• This fire pit consumes air (oxygen). Do not
use in unventilated or enclosed areas to
avoid endangering your life.
