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Propane Gas Log Fireplace Insert Flame Goes Out

Asked Oct 22, 2008, 10:29 AM — 2 Answers
While my Propane Gas Log Fireplace Insert is on for about 30 minutes it all of a sudden makes a pop sound and goes out, both the piot and fireplace flame go out together. Can some one advise me what I need to do? It seems like maybe some adjustment is needed or maybe the oriface needs to be cleaned.

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Oct 22, 2008, 12:31 PM
The vent may be obstructed, leading to downdrafts which won't allow the flame to stay lit, or it might have a thermostat that shuts it off if a hi temp is reached. You could try cleaning out each of the little gas jets with a paperclip or wire when it's off, there could be cobwebs or dirt blocking them. Otherwise call a HVAC tech. I would not monkey around with it
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Oct 30, 2008, 10:57 PM
Sounds like the pop you hear is the valve shutting off by high temp switch. These are ussualy located @ or around the flue collar. They come either manually reset or automatic. Normal Closed sytem opens when high temp is reached. Possibly cause obstruction, or faulty switch
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