Do you have a question about the CF-12 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
Eric Germain
April 24, 2025
What is the BTU rating and the recommended natural gas orifice size for Homecrest Fire Table model 12-8942SSG-15 ASY14?
It is a 42" X 42" table with a 20 " round fire pit purchased in 2016
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2 0 1 8 C R Y S T A L F I R E F I R E T A B L E M A N U A L MADE IN THE USA...
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USER MANUAL FOR: CF-12 (LP & NG), CF-1224 (LP & NG) and CF-20 (LP & NG) GAS-FIRED Installation and service of this appliance should be performed by qualified personnel. DANGER Homecrest Outdoor Living suggests NFI certified, factory-professionals, or technicians supervised by an NFI certified professional.
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PLEASE RETAIN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Congratulations Congratulations on selecting a Homecrest Outdoor Living decorative gas appliance. The Crystal Fire you have selected is designed to provide the utmost in safety, reliability, and efficiency. As the owner of a Crystal Fire, you’ll want to read and carefully follow all of the instructions contained in this owner’s manual. Pay special attention to all cautions and warnings.
LISTING & CODE APPROVALS A. APPLIANCE CERTIFICATION MODEL: CRYSTAL FIRE CF-12, CF-1224 and CF-20 LABORATORY: Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) TYPE: Decorative Gas-Fired Outdoor Fireplace STANDARD: Out Decorative Gas Appliances ANSI Z21.97-2014 * CSA 2.41-2014 The Crystal Fire has been tested in accordance with ANSI Z21.97-2014 and CSA 2.41-2014 for Canada and has been listed by Underwriters Laboratory (UL) for installation and operation as described in these installation and operating instructions.
NOTICE • Installation and use of any damaged components. • Modification of the burner assembly. • Installation other than as instructed by Homecrest Outdoor Living. ANY SUCH ACTION MAY CAUSE A FIRE HAZARD. Fire Table Manual | 7...
THE METAL RISER USED ON ALL RECTANGULAR BURNERS IS REQUIRED TO PROTECT THE TOP SURFACE FROM HEAT DAMAGE. B. GLASS INSTALLATION Spread glass out evenly over burner area. Use all glass provided for best affect. DO NOT BURN WITHOUT GLASS OR OTHER SUBSTRATE IN BURNER. 8 | www.homecrest.com...
GAS HOOK-UP & INFORMATION A. FUEL Before making gas connections, ensure the appliance being installed is compatible with the available gas type. B. GAS PRESSURE Proper input pressures are required for optimum performance. Gas line sizing requirements need to be made following NFPA 54. DANGER WARNING CAUTION...
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• When an LP model is not in use, the LP gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder. • The specific size and capacity of the cylinder(s) to be used: 20 lb or hard plumbed to propane tank. 10 | www.homecrest.com...
CHECK ENTIRE SYSTEM FOR LEAKS BEFORE OPERATING. Gas Set-Up for Natural Gas: 1. With the burner in place in the Homecrest Outdoor Living fire pit table or other installation location and proper sized orifice inserted in the burner neck (see chart on page 6 for...
Initial Break-In Procedure: When you light the appliance, you may notice that it produces heat which may have an odor. If you feel this odor is excessive it may require an initial three to four hour continuous burn on high. 12 | www.homecrest.com...
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LIGHTING & OPERATION DANGER WARNING CAUTION FIRE RISK – HIGH TEMPERATURES: • Keep combustible household items away from the appliance. NOTICE • DO NOT obstruct combustion and ventilation air. • DO NOT place combustible items on top of or near the appliance. •...
This noise does not affect the operation or longevity of the appliance. Decorative This is a property of glass and may happen occasionally. Glass Cracking Heat and/or abrupt temperature changes. Do nothing. This is completely normal. or Splitting 14 | www.homecrest.com...
• Odors. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE TASKS For service calls: Contact the dealer your product was purchased from first. Contact Homecrest Outdoor Living at 218-631-1000 if further assistance is needed. INSPECT MAINTENANCE TASKS Remove the decorative glass and examine the burner. Vacuum and wipe out as needed. Use caution when cleaning these areas.
Gas Hose with Regulator SRV-Hose-CF Orifice - LP (#55) #55 Orifice For CF-12 (LP) Orifice - NG (#49) #49 Orifice For CF-12 (NG) For more information, you can visit us online at www.homecrest.com. Or call us at: 218-631-1000 16 | www.homecrest.com...
FIRE TABLE ACCESSORIES FIRE JEWELRY - 1/4” GLASS Note: Each fire table comes with any two 10 lb bags (your choice of one or two colors). Nova base fire pits come with one 10 lb bag and only allow for one color selection. When ordering fire Note: Each fire table comes with any two 10 lb bags.
15 years from date of purchase in a residential setting and five years in a commercial setting. If the frame fails during the 15 years in a residential setting and five years in a commercial setting under normal usage, and is not the result of abuse or an act of God, Homecrest will repair or replace the frame at the manufacturer’s discretion.
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CLAIMS PROCEDURE In the event that a warranty claim file needs to be opened, contact your local Homecrest retailer to facilitate the process. If a local retailer is not available, you may also contact Homecrest via our website by going to www.myhomecrest.com. Warranty for any refinished or replaced product shall be only for the remainder of the warranty period applicable to the original product.
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Do you have a question about the CF-12 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
What is the BTU rating and the recommended natural gas orifice size for Homecrest Fire Table model 12-8942SSG-15 ASY14? It is a 42" X 42" table with a 20 " round fire pit purchased in 2016