You can simply set up the logs over the log lighter, rotate the key to turn on the gas and the fire will quickly light up. Once your fire is going, simply rotate the valve key to lock the gas line and enjoy the crackling wood fire. Fireplace log lighters work immediately and can easily get your fire started.Besides, how does a blue flame log lighter work?
Blue Flame gas log lighters No more mess with paper and tiny pieces of wood kindling. Blue Flame log lighters also increase the performance of your chimney system by quickly heating the chimney causing it to start drafting much more quickly than conventional lighting of your wood burning fireplace.
Additionally, how do you light a gas log lighter? Turn log lighter gas valve to the “off” position. Place logs on the fireplace grate allowing sufficient air space between logs for quick lighting. Light a long-stemmed fireplace match and hold it toward the center of the cast-iron burner ports. Turn the log lighter valve “on” gradually until ignition occurs.
Simply so, how does a gas log fireplace work?
Gas logs use propane or natural gas and can be installed in most existing wood-burning, open masonry or factory built fireplaces certified for gas log sets. The gas burns up through and around the ceramic logs that may glow a bit after long heating but are flame resistant.
What does a log lighter valve do?
Manual Valve Kits / Log Lighters These components are specifically designed to hold up to the heat a wood burning fireplace produces. Once installed simply use the key to turn on the gas, light the gas with a fireplace lighter and place your logs on top of the log lighter until they catch fire.
Why is my gas fireplace fire blue?
A blue flame indicates that the burner is providing an air-fuel mix with sufficient oxygen for complete combustion right out of the nozzle. The flame burns the fuel completely to carbon dioxide and water. The other set of burners were adjusted to produce a yellow flame, designed to look like a wood fire.How do you light a blue flame log?
1. Light the burner by using a long fireplace match or a lit paper under the center of the lighter near the burner ports. 2. Turn the gas valve ON gradually until burner ignition occurs.How do you install a log lighter bar?
The log lighter should be installed on the front of the grate to minimize flame impingement, meaning the logs resting on the grate should not be resting directly over the flames. The burner ports should be directed inward at a 30° to 45° angle with the air shutter on the mixing chamber facing outwards.How many BTU is a log lighter?
Are Log Lighters Required to be listed or Approved? What About Propane? A one half inch gas line is typical and seems to be adequate for any of our Rumford gas log sets which put out from about 90,000 BTUs for the smaller sets to about 200,000 BTUs for the larger sets.How do you make a log with a lighter key?
How to Use a Gas Fireplace With a Key - Look around the base of the fireplace and locate a small metal hole; this is the keyhole.
- Grasp the handle of the key, which looks like a long metal pole.
- Turn the key counterclockwise approximately 1/2 turn to release the flow of gas into the fireplace logs.
How do you light a wood burning fireplace with a gas starter?
Light the burner by using a long fireplace match or lit paper under the center of the lighter near the burner ports. Turn the gas valve ON gradually until burner ignition occurs. If burner does not light within 5 seconds, turn valve off and wait 5 minutes before trying to relight.What is gas log fireplace?
Gas logs are a stack of ceramic logs that sit inside your existing fireplace. Gas logs have a gas burner and they come in vent-free and vented options. Vented gas logs vent up your existing chimney, while vent-free gas logs vent all of the heat, and exhaust, into the house (they do not require a chimney or flue).How do you start a wood burning gas starter?
Pro #2: Starting Your Fire Just set the logs on the wood grate over the log lighter, turn the key to open the gas line, toss in a lit match, and the fire lights around your logs. After the logs have caught on fire, turn the valve key to close the gas line, and enjoy the crackling wood fire before you.What is the purpose of gas logs?
Gas logs offer all the ambience and warmth of a real, wood-burning fire without the mess and maintenance. Although they look like real wood, gas logs are usually made of ceramic, which enables them to withstand high temperatures.How often should gas logs be replaced?
However, embers do fade over time and will periodically need to be replaced. Embers can last up to five years depending on how frequently you use your fireplace. We have found that replacing embers every three years keeps a log set looking brilliant.Will Vented gas logs heat a room?
A vented gas log must be used in a regular fireplace, designed to burn a wood fire. The Gas Log Heater will provide up to 25,000 BTU's of heat into the room and can be used with or without glass doors.Can you burn a gas fireplace without logs?
No gas fireplace comes without the logs & burner. Unless someone has installed your fireplace incorrectly or has pilfered the logs, what you have is a wood burning fireplace.How long can you run a vented gas fireplace?
two to three hours
How long should gas fireplace logs last?
Type of gas logs: A well maintained vented log set with ceramic logs will last a very long time, in some cases 10 or more years. A well maintained ventless log set with ceramic logs can also last a long time, but, if heavily used, will begin to wear in 3-5 years.Can I install gas logs myself?
Yes, you can install our vented and vent-free gas logs yourself if you already have a gas line connected to your fireplace. Watch our easy step-by-step guide to installing and operating your gas logs.Why are my gas logs turning black?
The most common causes of soot buildup in a gas fireplace are ceramic fire-logs that have been moved out of proper position and burner ports that are clogged. The other main cause of soot is clogged ports on the gas burner, which causes an incomplete or unbalanced burn and formation of soot on the logs and doors.Can I replace the logs in my gas fireplace?
Warning: If you have a Gas Fireplace, you most likely "CANNOT" replace your logs with "DIFFERENT" logs! These types of fireplaces usually have a burner system that is built-in to the bottom of the fireplace and the controls are accessed by pulling down the bottom grill. 
