The ease and convenience of an HPC Fire Inspired gas fired fire feature can be a wonderful addition to your outdoor living space. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for friends and family around your new HPC fire feature, let’s discuss some simple safety tips to keep in mind when using your new signature gas fire designs.
HPC’s Certified Appliances Reign Supreme:
HPC offers the largest variety of certified fire designs. Purchasing CSA certified appliances ensures that the fire feature meets industry safety standards and has undergone extensive quality control inspections. HPC Fire Inspired’s full line of outdoor appliances are certified through CSA and tested to ANSI standard Z21.97, this ensures quality control and testing of each appliance from engineering to production testing processes. All appliances and processes are audited on site by CSA quarterly. This additional care gives HPC consumers peace of mind assuring that safety is regarded as the utmost importance.
Gain A Deeper Understanding Of Your Appliance:
Read and familiarize yourself with the manufacturer’s instructions and safety guidelines. This will help you understand the specific requirements and proper operation of your gas fire feature. HPC sends installation/owner’s manuals for every fire feature that ships from our facility. The installation manual is not just for the installation of the fire feature but also doubles as the owner’s manual. HPC’s manual includes safety tips and instructions on how to operate your fire feature. A good understanding of how the unit lights and functions is the first step in operating the unit safely. Engage with all of HPC’s offerings by exploring the HPCFireONE App, this houses all of our technology from augmented reality to trouble shooting: https://hpcfire.com/tech-talks-hpc-one-app-giving-customers-control-with-one-touch/
Adhere To Recommended Clearances:
Keep the area around the fire feature free of any flammable materials such as leaves, debris, flammable liquids or decorations that may be within close proximity of the fire feature. Be sure the unit has met all the manufacturer’s clearances to combustibles. These clearances become very critical in an outdoor environment vulnerable to extreme conditions, such as high winds. Adhering to these recommendations will ensure the safe operation.
Consider Weather Conditions:
Consider the wind direction and wind speed when planning an evening around the fire feature. Wind can affect the flame even when using a wind guard. Be sure not to gather too close to the side in which the wind is moving. Wind can cause the flame to lie over and can be blown into the seating area if you are too close. If the wind speed is too high, consider not using the fire feature until the wind speeds lower. If wind remains a constant issue, purchasing a glass wind guard can help protect the flame from potential blow outs; but it is always important to remain aware and practice caution while around an open flame.
Prepare An Emergency Plan:
Familiarize yourself with emergency procedures, such as how to shut the gas supply off in case of an emergency. Understand any safety accessories included in your appliance. For example, features such as emergency shut offs, gas line timers and electrical timers can assist owners in taking quick action. In the event of an unexpected emergency, it is important to understand how to quickly and safely shut off gas supply to the unit.
Fire Extinguisher:
When using the fire feature be sure you have a fire extinguisher on hand. It is best to be prepared, knowing how to utilize the extinguisher can be critical in the even of an emergency.
Supervision:
Never leave your gas fire feature unattended when it’s in use. Be mindful of who is around the fire feature, and what materials others may want to bring close to the fire feature. Accidents can happen very quickly so it is important to remain vigilant to ensure everyone’s safety.
Be Cautious with Clothing:
Avoid wearing loose or flowing clothing around the fire feature that could potentially come in contact with the flame. Take precaution to secure long hair to avoid any accidents.
Proper Care and Maintenance:
Regular care and maintenance go hand in hand with enjoying a safe evening around the fire feature. Keep the unit clean and free of flammable debris no matter how small the debris may be. Following the manufacturers’ maintenance requirements specified in the owner’s manual will keep your fire design operating safely for years to come.
By following these simple safety guidelines, exercising good judgment and caution, you will be sure to create memorable moments for years to come.
If you have any questions or concerns, please give us a call at
937-436-9800. Let our NFI certified technicians provide guidance around all your fire design needs.
Looking to learn more about HPC’s Offerings? Schedule an online or in person training with Chuck Parsons, HPC’s training and education manager.
