How do I operate my gas fireplace?
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Quote from Youtube video: Control. Whether you're using the remote control over the wall switch it's important to simply turn it on and then wait of the while for the fireplace to respond.
Can you leave gas starter on in fireplace?
Leaving it on can cause a gas leak or an explosion. Wait to turn on the gas until you’re ready to light the fire. Have your match lit or your lighter ready to go. If you leave the gas on, it can build up and cause a little explosion in the fireplace.
How do you start a fire in a gas fireplace?
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Quote from Youtube video: So this is where you stick your extended lighter in and light it right there. And then it will flame up.
How long can you leave a gas starter on?
You should use your gas starter for only 10 or 15 minutes at a time; using a gas starter for extended periods can cause it to melt and fail.
How do you tell if fireplace gas valve is on or off?
Each gas appliance should have a gas line running to it that will have a valve located just before the appliance. This valve will likely resemble the valves on your gas main and can be operated by turning the valve to sit either in line with the pipe when the gas is on, or perpendicular to the pipe when the gas is off.
How do you start a fireplace?
Start by placing two pieces of firewood on the grate in your fireplace. Now crumple newspaper, which is your tinder, and place it between the firewood. Place the kindling on top. Add one or two more pieces of firewood on top of the other logs, and be sure to leave enough room for air to circulate around the logs.
Should I leave the pilot light on gas fireplace?
We recommend that you turn off your gas fireplace pilot light seasonally. Turning off your gas fireplace’s pilot light can save a substantial amount of energy and money. It is important to remember that not all gas fireplaces have “standing” pilot light, or, a pilot light that is “always on”.
Should I turn off the pilot light on my gas fireplace in the summer?
In general, we suggest homeowners turn the gas pilot light off for the spring and summer months, but if you prefer to keep it on, you likely won’t notice any significant changes in your monthly energy bills or home comfort.
Is it OK to leave pilot light on gas fireplace overnight?
It’s not safe to leave it on. Why Isn’t It Safe? The biggest reason is that gas fireplaces can release deadly carbon monoxide gas, which is odourless and can go unnoticed until a person dies from carbon monoxide poisoning. It is best to not leave your fireplace on for more than three hours at a time.
Do gas fireplaces use a lot of gas?
A standard 20,000 BTU gas fireplace will use about 20 cubic feet of natural gas per hour. Given that price of natural gas is about $1.09 per 100 cubic feet, running a standard-sized gas fireplace will cost about $0.22/hour at 100% heating output. In short: Gas fireplaces are quite inexpensive to run.
Can you sleep with a gas fireplace on?
There is a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning when you sleep in a room where a conventional coal or gas fire, a log burner, a cooker, or a back burner is left on overnight. You cannot feel the early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, so it is important that you protect yourself.
Which way should gas valve is off?
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Quote from Youtube video: In the event you need to turn the gas off simply turn the handle 90 degrees. So that it is perpendicular to the gas line.
Why won’t my gas fireplace light up?
If nothing is blocking the tubing, and gas is flowing out, there might be something wrong with the spark igniter and thermocouple. Make sure there’s no debris lodged between the two. If the pilot light ignites but doesn’t stay lit, you might need to replace the igniter.
Which way do you turn a gas valve off?
The long side of your handle is parallel to the incoming gas line, which means your gas in on and flowing. By turning the handle perpendicular to the incoming pipe, you are closing the valve and shutting off the gas.
How do you tell if a valve is open or closed?
Open or closed: When the handle of a ball valve is parallel to the valve or pipe, it’s open. When it’s perpendicular, it’s closed.
What is the on position for a gas valve?
If you’re wondering whether the gas shut-off valve is on or off, remember that when the pipe is running parallel to the line, it’s on; when the pipe is perpendicular to the valve, it’s off.
