Are fireplace switches low voltage?

You will have to pull the fireplace switch and check to be sure, but many gas fire place on/off switch is low voltage. They may use same switch used for lighting, but often wired to low voltage wiring.

How many volts is a fireplace switch?

The thermocouple generates about 30 millivolts. A thermopile can supply more voltage (up to around 900 millivolts) in case you want to also power a thermostat.

Do you need a special switch for a gas fireplace?

Some gas fireplaces will require you to open a gas valve using a fireplace key. If you don’t have a key, the unit might have an ignition switch on the control panel. You can use a long match or lighter as well.

How does a fireplace switch work?

When you flip a wall switch, click on your remote control or the thermostat calls for heat, the gas valve on your fireplace will open. Gas valves generate their own electricity and operate on millivolts, a very small amount of electricity.

Why does my gas fireplace have 2 switches?

May be for powering a wall recepticule. Common to find two wall switches in an electrical box. One for the fireplace and one for a recepticule in a wall outlet. Or the second switch does power the unit.

Where is the gas fireplace switch?

First, locate the fireplace controls, they are located usually behind a louver or panel at the bottom of the fireplace. Next, locate the control knob on the gas valve, it usually has 3 labels Off, On, and Pilot. You will also want to locate the ignitor button; it looks very similar to a starter on a barbecue grill.

What does a fireplace wall switch do?

The wall switch sends an electrical signal to your fireplace to open a valve and release the gas for the pilot light to light it. Without power most fireplace valves will not open. I have a new home with gas fireplaces. I do not know how to use them yet, but I smell gas near one of them.

Why does my gas fireplace have a switch?

Many gas fireplaces come equipped with a wall switch control panel for activating the unit and adjusting the level of the flame. Simply push the “On” button and the pilot should ignite.

What is the wall switch for on a gas fireplace?

The wall switch sends an electrical signal to your fireplace to open a valve and release the gas for the pilot light to light it. Without power most fireplace valves will not open.