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Vented gas log fireplace. E a wood burning fireplace and gas logs that are not vented at all. Burning gas or wood produces carbon monoxide, a potentially lethal gas, so you might wonder how a fireplace can be safely used without venting its wastes to the outside. Unvented gas logs are designed to produce a very hot flame that results in nearly complete fuel combustion, decreasing the levels of carbon monoxide and soot that are produced by other gas logs. Unvented gas logs are always equipped with an Oxygen Depletion Sensor (ODS), which is designed to turn off the gas before carbon monoxide reaches a dangerous level in the room. It's a good idea to install one or more carbon monoxide detectors in your home, no matter what type of fuel-burning appliance you have. Detectors are an inexpensive way to put your mind at ease about carbon monoxide levels. Where Can Unvented Gas Logs Be Installed? Unvented gas logs can be housed in a masonry fireplace or in special fireboxes made to resemble a hearth. If Your Gas Logs Create Moisture Water is another byproduct of combustion. If you have vented gas logs, most of the moisture escapes out the vent, but when you use unvented gas logs the extra moisture enters your home. That can be a plus for many homes during dry winter months, but if your home is tightly insulated, or you have a humidifier, the excess moisture might show up as condensation on cold windows. Gas Log Safety Unvented gas logs generate a lot of heat. Keep combustibles away from the fireplace. Always leave the fireplace doors open during use. Only burn the gas logs for a few hours at a time. Never g
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Gas logs -- vented gas log sets by vermont castings
) do not allow the use of any unvented gas appliance. People with asthma, or other respiratory sensitivities may find the slight odor and small decrease in room oxygen levels uncomfortable. This may be a bigger concern in newer, tightly constructed homes. Rest assured, however, that these logs are equipped with a modern safety device called an ODS (oxygen depletion sensor), which would shut the flame off if the oxygen content of the air dropped below a safe level. In my extensive experience, I've never heard of one of these sensors failing or even going off. Unvented logs do not allow for the repositioning or adding of additional logs or branches. Remote controls, wall thermostats and other options are not as prevalent as with the Vented logs. It is not a good idea to use these logs for full time heating or to use them while you are not in the area or sleeping. They are, in effect, an "open fire" and the normal precautions should be considered. Since these logs produce so much heat, wood surfaces (mantels, shelves, etc.) above the fireplace should be protected or removed - see installation instructions or ask your hearth retailer for these specs. If your intention is to replace your wood fire, supply some space heating (attended) and provide a backup emergency heat source for your home (yes, they work during power failures), then an Unvented Log Set could have your name on it ! Elite Deals - has great deals on elite quality items like gas logs, outdoor fire pits, & fireplace accessories (such as fireplace tool sets, fireplace screens, & andirons ). They al
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