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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.
What is a gas assist fireplace?
A woodburning fireplace with a gas burner. Load it with firewood, and light the gas burner to get it started, When burning well, turn off the gas.
How do you convert a wood burning fireplace into a gas fireplace?
first off you need to turn off the gas then, cap the gas line then remove the gas line and the vent pipes up in the chimney, then remove the insert or gas log, then install damper doors, put on a suitable door to the fireplace, and put a basket in the fireplace to hold the wood The above paragraph assumes that the fireplace was originally a wood burning fireplace that was retrofit to accommodate a gas fireplace insert and in that circumstance the information is accurate. However, if the fireplace was originally designed as a gas appliance it cannot be converted to solid fuel ( wood ).
Can a gas log fireplace be changed over to wood fireplace?
First off you need to turn off the gas and cap the gas line. Next, remove the gas line and the vent pipes up in the chimney. After that, remove the insert or gas log and install damper doors. Then, put on a suitable door to the fireplace. Finally, put a basket in the fireplace to hold the wood.http://wiki.answers.com/How_do_you_convert_a_gas_fireplace_into_a_wood_burning_fireplace#ixzz17W5OFp8M
Can you light your pilot on your gas fire fireplace when your gas says off?
Maybe. Get the instuction manual for your fireplace. Depends on whether the OFF is master valve, or secondary valve. If no manual, hire a gas service company to do it, and show you how.
How do you clean melted fabric off a gas fireplace front?
When fabric melts off a gas or fireplace front, it can be cleaned using a damp cloth or some abrasive material. The chirred surfaces will loosen up and wash off.
Should a gas fireplace be constantly burning even after it has been switched off?
if its off, no. CALL FIRE PEOPLE
Can you convert a wood burning fireplace to a vent-less?
remove burnt coal, replace with seasoned firewood The above will not work! If you've ever seen a coal fireplace you would realize it is MUCH smaller than a wood burning fireplace. It would require major changes, probably not possible. A normal fireplace will burn either coal or wood or a mixture of both. If the size of the logs is controlled then their is no need to adapt the hearth.
Why does your natural gas fireplace turn off?
Thermostatically controlled. Chimney pipe not high enough, causing downdraft.
Why your gas fireplace smells like gas when it goes off?
On many gas valves, on top there is a threaded port labelled `VENT`. That is where the residual gas within the valve is released from when the valve closes.
Why does your propane gas log fireplace shut off but can be restarted after 20 to 30 minutes?
Bad themocouple. Have gas appliance repair check and replace it. They wear out.
Why do the flames on my gas fireplace not turn up?
The reason why the flames on your gas fireplace do not turn up could be because the gas valve is not turned up high enough. Another problem could be that the holes on the main burner are clogged up, in which case you can clean them with a stiff brush once you have turned off the gas at the mains supply.
