Installing a gas appliance, gas stove or gas fireplace will require that you run a gas line to the unit. However, when you need to work around sharp corners or obtuse angels, you many need to use flexible gas pipe instead. Flexible pipe can be connected to solid piece gas pipes through the threading, but offer a flexible metal tube which can be bent and moved easily to reach the connection on your gas device.

Flexible Gas Pipe Kits for All Your Gas Appliances

There are different types of flexible gas pipe kits available which will work for multiple types of appliances and products. You can use this type kit for hot water heaters, dryers, furnaces, stove, fireplaces, grills or any other type of gas appliance you need to connect. Before ordering a gas pipe kit, you need to measure the distance from your central gas line to the appliance to make sure you get enough pipe for the project. You can obtain a flexible pipe kit as well as other gas pipe suppliers from Copperfield Chimney Supply , which offers quality hearth products for the home.

There are two different basic types of chimney lines available for people to use when constructing a chimney for their fireplace or wood stove. One type people use is clay liners which are used with brick masonry chimneys. However, clay liners can become damaged over time and will need replacing later. Another type of liner available for your chimney is stainless steel liners. You can even use steel liners with a brick chimney in place of the clay liner.

Steel Chimney Liners and Pipes Should Be the Same Brand

You should never mix and match parts for your chimney because different brands may not be compatible with one another. Stainless Steel chimney liners and chimney pipes should be the same brand name, which provides you with the knowledge that all the parts are compatible and will connect together correctly. You can obtain chimney pipes and liners online from Copperfield Chimney Supply which will allow you to complete any size chimney project.

It is normal for a gas fireplace to give off some odor the first time it is burned. This is due to the curing of paint, adhesives and the burning off of oils necessary for the manufacturing process. It is recommended that the gas appliance be burned for at least 10 continuous hours on high flame setting the first time it is fired up. If the appliance is controlled by a thermostat, the thermostat should be by ? passed. If a fan is installed, place the fan in the off position during this time. Some gas appliances may require additional curing time depending on the venting configuration and model, so be sure to tell the homeowner this before you leave the installation.

On any odor call, first ensure the appliance has gone through a suitable curing period. This can be verified by removing the window frame and examining the gasket material. The paint and oils will burn off or cure in the first hour of use, while the gasket adhesive will take longer. The last areas of gasket adhesive to cure will be the two bottom corners, so pull back the gasket to check the adhesive. If it is still tacky, the appliance needs to be burnt for a longer period.

Other things to watch for are:

· Check the chimney draft on naturally vented fireplaces.

· Look for debris and dust in the air outlet passage on top of the firebox.

· Inspect the pressure relief doors and gaskets on direct vents to be sure they are properly seated and nothing is obstructing them.

· Check finishing materials on adjacent surfaces (mantel finishes, caulking) to ensure they can withstand the operating temperatures of the fireplace

· Check clearances to any combustibles

· Vacuum all air passages and then clean with a damp cloth to remove dust. etc.

Vent free appliances are often associated with odors, but are rarely the cause. Existing elements within the dwelling will change as they undergo the combustion process and are then exhausted back into the house. Because these odors are noticed once the vent free fireplace is installed, many people point at the fireplace as the culprit. For the original source of the odor look toward pets, cooking habits, cleaning products, 'new' man-made building materials (off-gasing from carpets, engineered wood products, finishes, dirt on the burner and logs, etc.) and even such obvious items as ash trays and sports gear. Refer to the Vent Free owner's manual for catalyst cleaning and maintenance.

The use of flexible gas pipe is important because it gives you more freedom to where you place your gas lines. They also make it so you can maneuver your pipes to the most convent and efficient places for your needs. They come in handy for when there are joints or other obstacles in your way. You can find a wide variety of flexible pipes at Copperfield Chimney Supply. Their web site www.woodstoves-fireplaces.com can help you find the right pipe for all your heating needs.

Fewer Worries with Flexible Gas Pipe

With flexible gas pipe, you will have fewer worries than you do with traditional gas piping. They offer you a way to have your gas pipes without the need of couplings and other connectors that can potentially leak. The flexible pipes will make a safer environment for your family as well. You can find a wide variety of flexible gas pipes at Copperfield Chimney Supply where they carry many different types of home heating products.

Pilot light won't light

• Check gas supply is on.
• Check for air in line by bleeding gas through ember burner until all air is out of line. Bleeding through the pilot burner is not effective.
• Check aluminum tubing for kinks or cracks, replace if present.

Pilot light won't stay lit after releasing knob

• Check contact between valve and thermocouple by tightening the fitting that connects them.
• If pilot flame is too strong it will blow itself out. Adjust the flame on the pilot burner in accordance with the pilot control instructions, or replace the pilot orifice with a larger orifice.
• Check that pilot flame is not too low, as it will not transmit enough electricity to pilot valve. Adjust the flame on the pilot burner in accordance with pilot control instructions, or replace the pilot orifice with a larger one.
• Check that pilot flame does not hit thermocouple too close to cold junction. The cold junction is located on the lower 1/3 of the thermocouple. The pilot flame must hit only the top ¼ of the thermocouple or the cold junction will overheat and shut the system off.
• Every thermocouple has been factory tested prior to shipment, however there are rare instances where the thermocouple needs to be replaced.

Pilot light goes out after being lit

• Check for down draft that may be blowing out flame and correct chimney draft problems.
• If pilot flame is too strong it will blow itself out. Adjust the flame on the pilot burner in accordance with the pilot control instructions, or replace the pilot orifice with a larger orifice.
• Check that pilot flame does not hit thermocouple too close to cold junction. The cold junction is located on the lower 1/3 of the thermocouple. The pilot flame must hit only the top ¼ of the thermocouple or the cold junction will overheat and shut the system off.
• Turn gas to ember burner on slower as it may rob gas from line feeding the pilot light.

Pilot light is noisy

• Adjust the flame on the pilot burner in accordance with the pilot control instructions, or replace the pilot orifice with a larger orifice.

Delayed ignition of ember burner (Gas should ignite in 4 seconds)

• If gas is not getting to pilot light quick enough, clear passageway through sand to allow easier and quicker access for gas from ember burner to pilot light.
• Assure pilot light directs flame over ember burner pan as well as properly hitting the thermocouple.

System shuts down after burner 0-5 minutes

• Check for overheating of cold junction on the thermocouple by assuring thermocouple and pilot burner assembly are mounted on the back side of the ember burner pan per safety pilot control instructions. Assure the assembly is free from contact with sand or other materials.
• Check for leaks resulting in improper flame hitting the thermocouple.

System shuts down after burning more than 5 minutes

• Assure front log is positioned on its edge such that the flat side is facing the back of the fireplace; this reflects the flame and heat onto the thermocouple.
• Assure thermocouple is in its assembly so that the grate does not interfere.
• Assure copper tubing is not touching any materials and is routed approximately one inch off the fireplace floor and has a minimum of ½" air space surrounding the tubing.
• If your fireplace has glass doors they must remain fully open. Make sure the damper is completely open during burning. Do not install safety pilot controls in stoves.
• Check for down draft that may be blowing out flame and correct chimney draft problems.

Pilot valve will not shut gas off

• Shield the valve from heat, or move valve out of firebox. Assure that gaskets or seals have not been damaged and are causing leaks. Turn off gas at a secondary shut off. Correct reason for overheating and replace valve.

Many people enjoy having a fireplace in their home to use on cold winter nights. The only problem people face is when their home is older and the existing fireplace is not energy efficient. Instead of heating the home effectively, the warm air goes right up the chimney. Depending upon the condition of the chimney, you may discover cold air is being drawn into the room, making it colder as well as smoky from the draft. You can replace your old fireplace with Napoleon wood stoves , which offer efficient and clean wood burning.

Variety of Different Styles of Napoleon Wood Stoves for Your Home

You will find Napoleon wood stoves available from us here at Copperfield Chimney Supply. We offer a variety of different Napoleon brand models, so you can choose the one which best fits the needs of your home. You can look at pedestal models, leg models, and cast iron models, all in different sizes. We provide free delivery on all orders over $500, so your stove is delivered right to your home.