Should ventless gas logs smell?

Should ventless gas logs smell?

Ventless logs smell Ventless logs produce an unmistakeable odor. There is no way of preventing this, it is simply the nature of burning natural gas in your home without exhausting the fumes up a chimney.

How do I stop my ventless gas logs from smelling?

Vacuum up pet hair and dust to prevent the smells from concentrating around your fireplace. A room air purifier will also help to clear the air. Also, if you smoke, it’s best to do so outside to prevent residue from accumulating around your fireplace. Plug-in deodorizers and harsh cleaning chemicals should be avoided.

Should a gas fire smell of gas?

When a gas fireplace has been off for a while, it is not unusual that it might have a slight smell from dust than maybe burning off of the elements. But it should NEVER smell like gas, which would indicate some sort of gas leak.

How do I get the gas smell out of my fireplace?

Although you may think it smells like gas, chances are it is factory chemicals, including paint. Burn your fireplace for three hours to completely burn off any debris. Let your fireplace completely cool before you light it again. If you turn on your fireplace to smell odors again, call your local installer.

Do ventless gas logs produce carbon monoxide?

Ventless fireplaces produce small amounts of nitrous dioxide and carbon monoxide which can be deadly in large doses. In addition to carbon monoxide, ventless fireplaces also produce a high levels of water vapor. The increased level of water vapor in the home will increase humidity, increasing the risk of mold growth.

Why do my gas logs smell so bad?

The most common rotten smelling additive is Methyl Mercaptan. The byproduct of burning Mercaptan is Sulfur Dioxide, which smells more like burnt matches mixed with rotten eggs. Include other odors produced by impurities in the gas supply and you have the distinct smell ventless logs produce.

Why do my ventless gas logs smell?

In fact, a faint gas smell is an unavoidable consequence of using gas fireplace logs. In a gas ventless fireplace, oxygen is provided by the air in your home. If that air contains impurities, those impurities are drawn in with the oxygen and can produce odors which are amplified by the flame.

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

If you notice that the flame has turned orange or yellow, it could be a sign that your unit is producing toxic carbon monoxide gas. Hissing Sounds: If you notice a hissing sound coming from around your gas furnace, this can be a sign that your unit is leaking gas.

Are fumes from gas fireplace harmful?

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.

Is it normal to smell gas after pilot?

Note that it is totally normal on automatic pilots (pilots that do NOT stay lit all the time) to smell a little natural gas when the are first turned on. A little gas will escape as the pilot and burners light on your heat or appliance.

Do gas logs have to be vented?

Vented gas logs must be vented through a functional chimney in order to move all burning by-products outside the home. Vented gas logs produce the most realistic flames but put off less heat than their vent-free counterparts due mostly to the fact the chimney flue must be open when the fireplace is in use.

What happens if a Monessen fireplace log set goes bad?

Well, if you have one of their gas log sets that has gone bad, they make it impossible for you to get simple replacement parts. Instead of $100 in parts, they want to stick you for another $1,200 fireplace log set. Their Duzy 24″ millivolt log set control valve basically burned up as it was defective.

Can a vent-free gas log cause an odor?

Vent-free gas log will not produce an odor unless the air it takes in has an odor. There are many products that will cause the appliance to smell and below are just a few.

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What kind of log set is Moxie from Monessen?

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