Cleaning A Gas Fireplace Pilot Light

A blast of compressed air or a quick turn with a water heater cleaning brush can keep the gas pilot tube and surrounding parts clean and in good working order.

Cleaning a gas fireplace pilot light.

If it has been running recently wait until. Cleaning a vent free gas heater pilot light duration. You ll see a smaller tube with a tiny. Turn the gas valve back on and attempt to light the pilot light.

How to clean a pilot assembly on a propane fireplace hunker. Napoleon gas fireplace electronic ignition pilot light maintenance troubleshooting duration. Brush and inspect use a hand broom or soft paintbrush to carefully brush away dust and dirt on each log or decorative component. When everything was clean i turned on the valve on the hose then followed my fireplace manufacturer s instructions for re igniting the pilot light which for my unit is simply depressing and turning the round knob on the gas valve to pilot and then clicking the ignitor button until the pilot lights.

Turn off the fireplace if it is on and shut off the main gas valve. While you are cleaning inspect each log or piece for any cracks holes or excessive burn marks. If it still will not light properly or at all contact a gas fireplace service specialist to clean or if necessary replace the pilot assembly. Never spray cleaners or water onto gas fireplace components.