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If a gas fireplace is on and the electricity goes out will the fireplace continue to work?
It really all depends on the type of Fireplace you have. Fireplaces usually run on a pilot with a thermocouple or thermopile. These produce their own milivolts to run the gas valve. These type of fireplaces do not need power to ignite. If the fireplace's on/off switch is a remote that runs off of batteries or is a switch on the faceplate of the fireplace, then this fireplace should work with no power. Most fireplaces have a blower that circulates the warm air it generates. This fan would be running on 120v from the street and would not work when the power goes out. You may still have a flame on, but all the heat it generates is going out the stack. Other fireplaces have no fan and are mainly for looks. You may have a fireplace that is dependent on the 120volts and will do nothing. Check the operation manual on your fireplace.
How does a fireplace work?
it burns the wood
What is the vent to outside near your fireplace and how does it work?
IF you have a woodburning fireplace, and there is a small door- about 6 inches square on the outside of the house, check for a flip open door on the floor of your fireplace. If that is what you have, this is not a vent, but an ash clean-out. Shovel ashes thru the door on the floor of the fireplace, and you can remove them from the outside door without making a mess in the house. But not a vent. If that is not what you have, please post gain with a more detailed description.
Do glass fireplace doors work better?
There are some glass doors for a fireplace, but you must make sure that the glass can withstand the heat of the fire. The glass door will prevent some heat from escaping, but not all. The glass door will not aid in keeping a room warm.
Can only engines have power?
No, engines aren't the only things that has power. Anyone or anything can have power if they do work. Power is how quickly work is done and anyone can use power even if it isn't am engine
Is there a baby monitor that will work during a power outage?
Yes, there are many models that operate with a backup battery.
Will a baseboard hot water gas fired furnace work during a power outage?
no you need power to run the board and the igniter
Will your GE gas water heater work during a power outage?
Yes, a gas heater does not use any electricity.
Can I use a wireless phone during a power outage?
No, a wireless phone will not function during a power outages. This is because although wireless phones have their own battery power, the phone base that transmits its signal to the wireless phone will not work during a power outage.
What is the definition of an uninterruptible power supply?
In case of a power outage, there is a backup that will allow the electricity in your home to work. This is a great type of power to have for your home especially during thunder and lightning storms.
Backup Generators Keep Your Family Warm?
A winter power outage can be a problem if it lasts long. One of the biggest challenges is an evening outage that lasts very long, due to the chilly weather. This is even more pronounced if your family doesn't have a fireplace. Backup generators can provide an alternative power source during emergency conditions, allowing you to keep your family warm while power crews work hard to get the system up and running again. Test your backup periodically to make sure you know how to use it in an emergency.
How does an APC battery backup work in the event of a power outage?
The APC battery backup is capable of storing a charge when the power is working. When there is a power outage, the stored charge is triggered, and can deliver a steady stream of power for a fixed amount of time.
How does sky mail work when there are hurricanes?
During a hurricane as long as power and cell towers are intact sky mail would work as it normally would. In the event of their being a power outage messages for the recipient would be waiting and available once power had been restored.
Why would outside electrical outlets work prior to a power outage then not work when power was restored?
It may have tripped a spark gap or GFCI breaker.
What could cause a light switch not to work?
water, power outage, or maybe the light bulb is broken
Where can I find information that compares a gas generator versus an electric generator?
A gas generator generates electricity and can be used as a backup in a power outage. I am not certain what you mean by an electric generator. If there was a power outage, how would an electric generator work?
How do ups work?
UPS systems, or uninterruptible power supply systems, is an electrical device that provides emergency power to equipment during a power outage. UPS systems provide power almost instantly because it stores power in batteries or on flywheels. These systems are typically used to protect data centers and telecommunication equipment. These systems are also used with other electrical equipment where injuries, fatalities, or data loss can occur due to a power outage.
