Re-lighting pilot lights is straightforward on today’s modern gas fireplaces. If you have an electronic ignition unit, using your remote control simply press the ‘on’ button and the pilot will re-ignite within a few seconds, followed by the fireplace a few seconds after that.
Can a gas fireplace work without electricity?
Many gas fireplaces will work without electricity. You can run both intermittent pilot ignition fireplaces and standing pilot light systems during a power outage. IPI valve systems will normally have a backup battery system in place to ignite the flames.
How do you light an old gas fireplace with a key?
Lighting a Gas Fireplace With a Key Valve
Place a long lighter next to the burner and pull the fuel trigger. (You can also use a lit match.) Turn the key in the slot to open the gas valve. You may hear the hiss of gas entering the burner. Replace the key cover.Use the key to control the height of the flames.
How do you light a gas fireplace with a knob?
Press the control knob down and hit the ignition switch.
To ignite the pilot light, press your finger into the center of the control knob and hold it in place. Then, hit the fireplace’s ignition switch, which is typically a red button located near the control knob. Tap the switch until the pilot light ignites.
What is a Heatilator gas fireplace?
Heatilator gas fireplaces are designed to add style and efficient heating to any living space – both indoors and outdoors. Whether you are creating a traditional or modern space, we have the perfect product to make your room truly glow.
Do all gas fireplaces have pilot lights?
It is important to remember that not all gas fireplaces have “standing” pilot light, or, a pilot light that is “always on”. The best way to determine if you have this type of gas fireplace is to look at the control knob of the fireplace. On a fireplace you will normally find the control knob behind the grate or door.
How does a gas valve work without electricity?
Without millivolts of electricity being generated, the gas valve cannot open and will remain in the closed position. A pilot light has two primary functions. One is to generate millivolts in order to open and close the gas valve.
