Gas Fireplace Types

Vented (or VentFree) Log Set

These gas fireplaces may have a mesh curtain and/or bi-fold doors (the doors must be open during operation).  It is important that the damper of the chimney is fully opened during operation of a vented log set.

Direct Vent Gas Fireplaces

Direct vent gas fireplaces have a pane of glass that is not removed during operation.  Some direct vent units may have 2 panes of glass or even 3 panes of glass.  It is important that the glass is securely in place so that the components of combustion do not enter the room.  Never use harsh chemicals (ammonia based cleaners like window cleaner) or anything abrasive.  This may cause serious damage.  Replacement glass assemblies can range from a few hundred dollars to over a thousand dollars.

Annual service recommended

No matter the type of gas fireplace, it is recommended that you have your gas fireplace serviced by a qualified technician annually.  Unvented units may require cleaning and servicing twice per year.

Locating Your Gas Fireplace Data Tag

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Gas Fireplaces will have a data tag that contains the fireplace information such as manufacturer (make), model, serial number, and various gas fuel information.  This tag may be a metal card, metal plate, sticker that is affixed to your gas fireplace.  This data tag should not be confused with a data tag for a factory firebox.  To distinquish between the 2 data plates, a factory firebox tag will not include gas fuel details

Direct Vent Gas Fireplace:  The data tag is normally found on the floor  of the lower control compartment, behind the bottom louvre panel.  Sometimes, it may be located on the frame or even on a side panel.  The manufacturer will have information on where the data tag is located.

Gas Log Sets (Vented or Ventless) may include a metal card with lighting instructions.  This metal card most likely contains the data tag information (on the reverse side of the instructions).  This card may be affixed to the grate with a metal chain or it could have a designated place in the rear of the grate - a slotted space where it easily is stored.

Do not attempt to locate fireplace data while unit is operating!  Allow unit to cool completely!

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