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Gel
candles may resemble a beverage or food product. All pictures
and references are "non-edible"
items made of nonfood (wax, glass, etc.) components. Be
certain that you understand the steps and precautions in making
any gel candle design and in using the gel candles. Failure
to follow instructions could result in fire, injury or smoke
damage. If you have any questions contact your Supplier.
It is not recommend to use
flammable items, dead sea creatures, or real food items in
gel candles. It is recommended that you double glass your designs, with the wick and gel in the inner glass, away from the design and gel in the outer glass. It is up to the designer to ensure that the design is safe for
the end user. You/Designer should provide instructional warnings to
end user, especially to not leave any burning candle unattended.
Never leave a burning candle unattended. This material is NOT intended to be used by or made by children under 18 years of age without close adult supervision. Keep
all candles (gel, soy, wax) away from children. Anyone
younger than 18 years of age needs adult supervision to make
or handle Gel Candles. safety
Burn candle only on a stable, heat-resistant surface
for no more than four hours at a time. If flame gets too large
or exposed wick is greater than 1/4 inch, extinguish flame and
trim wick. Keep away from drafts and flammable material. Do
not allow matches or wick trimmings to fall into melt pool.
Never burn the last half of a candle. Do not move while burning
or if gel is still hot. Keep wick centered and trimmed to 1/4 inch to prevent smoke
and soot buildup. Do not extinquish gel with water -- if possible smother the flame, or use baking soda for small flames, or a fire extrinquisher.
Get updated information about the gel from Penreco, Before
lighting any candle (gel or wax) review safety precautions here. If you
have any questions contact your Supplier; if you are the end
user contact your Gel Candle Maker.
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