Is it safe to burn a gas fireplace without logs?

Vented gas logs must be burned with the damper open. You CANNOT install ventless gas log in any other type of gas fireplace or gas stove including b-vent (natural vent), direct vent or ventless gas fireplaces. Important Note: Ventless gas logs are NOT legal in California and some other states, cities or municipalities.

Are ventless logs safe?

Ventless fireplaces produce small amounts of nitrous dioxide and carbon monoxide which can be deadly in large doses. The CDC warns against exposure of any level of carbon monoxide, stating that up to 500 people die per year due to accidental carbon monoxide poisoning.

Can a gas fireplace cause carbon monoxide poisoning?

Yes, gas fireplaces are one potential cause of carbon monoxide poisoning. An improperly maintained or ventilated gas fireplace can create incomplete combustion, creating carbon monoxide, and causing this toxic gas to linger—putting those inside at risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

How do I know if my gas fireplace is safe to use?

A properly operating gas fireplace will have a safe and secure glass enclosure, will ignite without delay, have a clean blueish color flame and will vent properly out through a termination cap that is clear from debris or obstruction.

Do I have ventless gas logs?

Follow the gas line from beneath the logs to where it disappears in the wall or floor. If the gas is merely contained by a simple gas line, then the logs are vent free. If there is a small cylinder attached to the gas line, then the logs are vent-free.

Are Vented gas logs safe?

Vented gas logs are safer than ventless logs because they use a type of venting or exhaust system to expel harmful gas from your home. To make sure your vented gas logs are working the way they should, it’s essential to keep your chimney or flue damper open while the vented gas fireplace is in use.

How can you tell the difference between vented and unvented gas logs?

Are gas fireplace logs toxic?

Just like real burning logs, both types of gas logs produce carbon monoxide — a toxic gas that can be lethal — when they burn. Venting and proper use of a gas fireplace can help keep CO at a safe level.

How do I know if my gas fire is leaking carbon monoxide?

12 Signs There Is Carbon Monoxide in Your House

1. You see black, sooty marks on the front covers of gas fires.
2. There is heavy condensation built up at the windowpane where the appliance is installed.
3. Sooty or yellow/brown stains on or around boilers, stoves, or fires.
4. Smoke building up in rooms.

Is it OK to leave the pilot light on in a gas fireplace?

We recommend that you turn off your gas fireplace pilot light seasonally. Turning off your gas fireplace’s pilot light can save a substantial amount of energy and money. It is important to remember that not all gas fireplaces have “standing” pilot light, or, a pilot light that is “always on”.

Can you use ventless gas logs in a vented fireplace?

You can use ventless logs in a vented fireplace. If you do use a vent-free logs, you won’t have to open the damper since these logs don’t require venting. Even though the chimney can remain closed, you will still lose some of the efficiency and heat from using this type of set in a vented fireplace.

Can you put a gas log set in a wood burning fireplace?

For example, if the fireplace is a high efficiency wood burning unit, a gas log set cannot be installed. It’s important to check the manufacturer’s installation requirements before installing a gas log set in your fireplace. The installation of the gas line and gas log set will need to be done by a licensed gas professional.

What are gas logs used for?

Gas logs are made to be installed in the wood burning fireplace. It is a way of converting these logs into gas and not to be “spruce up” in a poorly designed gas fireplace.

Are gas logs safe and more efficient?

While gas logs are safer and more efficient than wood-burning fireplaces, it’s important to not lose sight of these two factors if you do decide to purchase a gas log set. Here are some ways to make sure your gas logs are as safe and efficient as possible.

What happens if you put the wrong size logs in fireplace?

Improperly sized logs can overheat your firebox and gas valves, which can cause permanent damage to your log set, fireplace, or home. If you need help with this step or would like to get an expert opinion, call our Master Hearth Professionals at (800) 919-1904.