Convert Gas Fireplace Pilot To Electronic Ignition

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Convert gas fireplace pilot to electronic ignition.

Mensi propane gas fireplaces fire pits diy safety replacement part pilot burner assembly for propane igniter kit m8x1 end and 4mm copper tube 3 8 out of 5 stars 10 27 99. The ipi system does not use a pilot light and instead relies on an electronic ignition switch to light the pilot after flipping on the wall switch or using the remote. It comes with a gas valve natural gas to propane lp conversion kit in the box ignition control electronic spark assembly with flame sensor ignition wire and wiring harness. Gas fireplaces have traditionally used a standing pilot light to ignite the flames.

Gas logs are an exception at least for the time being. With a remote wall switch or the rocker switch on the switch box voltage will be sent to a spark ignitor and the pilot will light allowing gas flow through to the burner. Most new gas appliances driers hot water heaters and forced air systems are actually required to be manufactured with electronic ignition systems because of the annual fuel savings. The total signature command system includes the scsacm a c module which allows for the control of up to three electric components that are used in conjunction with the fireplace.

Because that system does not use external electricity the fireplace works if the power goes out. On or off each gas pilot ignition system has slightly different advantages and it really comes down to customers individual preferences. The conversion valves usually come with a new valve and a control box and a sparker unit that installs in place of the pilot with a sensor that determines if it has ignited if not. This ignition is an electronic ignition with a battery backup allowing it to run with or without 110v 120v power.

A seasoned technician will find wiring this a snap. On january 20 2016. Newer generations of gas fireplaces use an electronic ignition system requiring electricity to start up.