I have a HeatGlo fireplace that fails to light produce flame even tho pilot is clearly on. Each of past 3 yrs wiring was either fixed or replaced, by mfg.rep.Last time in May 2019. Suggestions?

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Flame stays on after turning off fireplace

If the flame effect in your fireplace continues to stay on after turning it off, it could be due to a malfunctioning control board or a faulty switch. Here are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot the issue:

Check the remote control: If you have a remote control for your fireplace, make sure that it is turned off and that the batteries are working properly. Sometimes a faulty remote control can cause the flame effect to remain on even when the fireplace is turned off.
Check the switch: If your fireplace has a manual switch, check to see if it is in the off position. If it is not, try turning it off and see if the flame effect turns off.
Check the control board: If the remote control and switch appear to be working correctly, the issue may be with the control board. In this case, it is best to contact a professional for repair or replacement.
Unplug the fireplace: If all else fails, try unplugging the fireplace for a few minutes and then plugging it back in. This may reset the controls and resolve the issue.

It's important to note that if your fireplace is gas-powered and the pilot light is still on after turning off the fireplace, you should contact a professional to inspect the unit as this could indicate a gas leak or other safety concern.

Feb 24, 2023 • Heating & Cooling

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Pilot light will not go on unless it is lit manually. At this point the fireplace will light up, for about 30 seconds and then all shuts down

There is a flame sensor for the pilot light that keeps the pilot light gas flowing from the main gas valve. If the sensor is too far away from the flame, it will stop the gas valve . The sensor itself can fail in time, so it may need to be replaced.

Dec 06, 2016 • Heating & Cooling

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Valor fireplace won't light

bad thermocouple. it fails to send the "pilot light on" signal to open the regulator. Cheap fix.

Jan 22, 2014 • Televison & Video

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I have an Insta Flame Canadian Fireplace Manufacturing Inc. gas fireplace, installed in 1990. The problem is that when I light the pilot light, it will ignite, but it will not stay lit when the knob is...

sounds as though you need to get the thermocouple(copper wire that sits in the pilot flame) replaced, check first to make sure it is tight at the gas valve end, as they can loosen over time due to expansion and contraction.

Sep 06, 2011 • Heating & Cooling

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Good day. We have a Napoleon fireplace Model GD40-P which is approx. 12 yrs old and used very rarely. I turned it on this time to warm up the house and it worked perfectly for approx. 1/2 hour: then all...

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Pilot light won't light on ventless fireplace

Ventless Gas logs, Vanguard, VS30PR. Propane gas
Pilot light stays lit various times, sometimes for several days then other times for a few minutes. Lights best when temp outside is below freezing. Pilot flame appears to receive too much air. How do you adjust the pilot flame? Is this done using two screws marked A & E? Do you have suggestions?
Thanks,
Ed

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My heat n glow fireplace comes on fine with all burners running but shuts off about 5 seconds later. it seems the sensor that detects a flame thinks the fire has not started and shuts down the gas. Is...

You may have a few sensors, one may be a thermopile that energizes the pilot. It is a very thin but long bulb located in the pilot flame. Then you may have something called a thermopile which is also located in the pilot flame that energizes the main gas valve. It is a larger diameter bulb and will have metal wrapped wireg going to the gas valve. If the pilot stays on but the flame goes out under the logs, change your thermopile and look for a bad connection at the gas valve or switch. If both the main burner and the pilot goes out you may have a gas valve problem or a plugged vent pipe. If the flame just disappears it is most likely a gas valve. If the flame changes colors and lifts from the burner, that is a sign of a plugged vent. Good luck.

Nov 04, 2009 • Leisure HOMEPRIDE Electric Fireplace...

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I have a gas fireplace in my home. I've connected the gas tanks outside, but can't get the pilot to light. I can see the spark, but can't get it to catch. Any advise?

The fireplace probably has a thermocoupler. It produces current when engulfed by the pilot light flame. The small current produced (you can check for output with a votmeter) is enought to allow the gas valve to open when you turn on the switch to start the flame. The solid metal tube may not be properly connecting with the flame - repostion the pilot light and make sure surrounding air flow does not distort the pilot light pattern too much. OR the surface of the device may be slightly oxidized - very gently sand or wire brush it. Again check for small voltage output. If no volts - REPLACE THERMOCOUPLER.

Also: read this link;
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081101104024AA43AJF

CB

Dec 22, 2008 • Leisure HOMEPRIDE Electric Fireplace...

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Propane fireplace insert won't light

Gas apliances have safety features built into them so you don't blow yourself up. The pilot heats a thermocoupler which tells the gas valve there is a flame, open the main gas to the burner. If you can see the flame area of the pilot look for a round post about 3/16 inch in diamiter. This should be directly in the flame, if not bend the bracket so it is in one side of the pilot flame. The thermocouple is attached to a mounting bracket. This will be held in place by a 1/4 inch hex screw. remove the screw and the capilary tube leading to the gas control valve. Before you do anything, close the main gas supply to the fireplace and disconnect the power to the fan. You may need to semi dismantle the fireplace to get the thermocouple. The gas valve end is a brass 1/4 pipe thread plug. Turn the outer nut and remove without twisting the tube. Reverse this order to install a new one. Besure not to twist the capilary tube, tighten brass nut 1/4 turn past hand tight. Your better heating supply house will have these in stock. Restarting the pilot will take a few tries because the gas was off. Your gas suplier would charge about $75 to fix this. if you don't have the proper tools and it dosen't look pretty stright forward don't do it. You could get dead.

Dec 01, 2008 • Heating & Cooling

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Gas Fireplace pilot light continually goes out

You may have a problem with the flame sensing capillary. It may need to be replaced, or it may need to be positioned into the pilot flame better, or you may need a new gas safety valve. Sometime there is an adjustment screw for the pilot which can make the flame bigger or smaller. If will be on the safety valve.

Oct 14, 2008 • Grilling

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Check the thermopile has 600 Mille volts at the valve

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PAT WEBSTER Oct 10, 2019

Helpful as a place to start, Thanks Helpful as a place to start, Thanks
Paul Carew Oct 10, 2019

Also check the head of is clean The wire from it should be one length no breaks or connections on it
PAT WEBSTER Oct 11, 2019

Thanks. Turned out to be a loose connection. Now fixed.
Paul Carew Oct 15, 2019

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Answer 2 · 1/14/2009 12:00:00 AM

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Posted on Jan 14, 2009

SOURCE: Gas fireplace pilot flame won't stay lit.

Hi , you can try and pull the panel on the bottom of fireplace out and check the adapter in fireplace. Sometimes they go bad. When you open in also check to see if there is an adapter plugged in and a option to use the battery operated function. If this goes bad the pilot will not stay lit.

Dan Webster

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Posted on Feb 09, 2009

SOURCE: Heatilator Pilot Issue

Any pilot adjustment would be under a large screw with a flat blade slot in it. There would be a smalled flat blade screw under it. Warning: Too small of a flame and your safety device won't work.
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Posted on Jan 05, 2010

SOURCE: gas fireplace won't light up even when pilot light is on

Check for how clean the bottom of the unit is. I know it seems small but when dealing with these amounts of electric current they are just that "small" and the dust can be shorting out the unit and not allowing the gas valve to release the gas. Its a safety thing, they dont want gas around an electrical short "go figure" lol

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Posted on Jan 08, 2010

SOURCE: Pilot light won't light on ventless fireplace

Ventless Gas logs, Vanguard, VS30PR. Propane gas
Pilot light stays lit various times, sometimes for several days then other times for a few minutes. Lights best when temp outside is below freezing. Pilot flame appears to receive too much air. How do you adjust the pilot flame? Is this done using two screws marked A & E? Do you have suggestions?
Thanks,
Ed

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Posted on Jan 17, 2010

SOURCE: Need timer switch for millivolt gas fireplace

These guys are a division of Monessen, a gas fireplace manufacturer, and have a variety of millivolt switches, remotes and thermostats.
http://www.ambienttechnologies.com/

Answer 3 · 1/14/2009 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Jan 14, 2009

SOURCE: Gas fireplace pilot flame won't stay lit.

Hi , you can try and pull the panel on the bottom of fireplace out and check the adapter in fireplace. Sometimes they go bad. When you open in also check to see if there is an adapter plugged in and a option to use the battery operated function. If this goes bad the pilot will not stay lit.

Answer 4 · 2/9/2009 12:00:00 AM

Dan Webster

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Posted on Feb 09, 2009

SOURCE: Heatilator Pilot Issue

Any pilot adjustment would be under a large screw with a flat blade slot in it. There would be a smalled flat blade screw under it. Warning: Too small of a flame and your safety device won't work.
READ MORE

If you need further help, reach me via phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/dan_73bbd84fe1d95b61

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Answer 5 · 1/5/2010 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Jan 05, 2010

SOURCE: gas fireplace won't light up even when pilot light is on

Check for how clean the bottom of the unit is. I know it seems small but when dealing with these amounts of electric current they are just that "small" and the dust can be shorting out the unit and not allowing the gas valve to release the gas. Its a safety thing, they dont want gas around an electrical short "go figure" lol

Answer 6 · 1/8/2010 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Jan 08, 2010

SOURCE: Pilot light won't light on ventless fireplace

Ventless Gas logs, Vanguard, VS30PR. Propane gas
Pilot light stays lit various times, sometimes for several days then other times for a few minutes. Lights best when temp outside is below freezing. Pilot flame appears to receive too much air. How do you adjust the pilot flame? Is this done using two screws marked A & E? Do you have suggestions?
Thanks,
Ed

Answer 7 · 1/17/2010 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Jan 17, 2010

SOURCE: Need timer switch for millivolt gas fireplace

These guys are a division of Monessen, a gas fireplace manufacturer, and have a variety of millivolt switches, remotes and thermostats.
http://www.ambienttechnologies.com/

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