How to turn off a gas lantern?
Why does my gas lantern turn off?
What is an electronic ignition?
How long does an electronic ignition last?
What are the components of a gas lantern?
Do gas lanterns need maintenance?
Is electric ignition good for gas lanterns?
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Can I turn off my gas lantern? - Legendary Lighting
Yes, all natural gas and propane gas lanterns include a shut-off valve located at the base of the burner; lanterns made without the electronic ignition option are designed to burn continuously. Lanterns equipped with electronic ignition can be turned on and off with the flip of a switch or can be operated with a timer… [ Read More ]
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Outdoor Gas Lamp Maintenance | American Gas Lamp Works
How to maintain your outdoor gas and electric lamps from American Gas Lamp Works. Helpful tips to keep your lanterns operating properly and efficiently.
How to stop bugs from getting into gas lantern?
If the screen becomes obstructed, there won’t be enough oxygen in your gas lamp and the flame will be smothered. Check your bug screen for obstructions and use air to clean it. If it won’t come clean, replace the bug screen.
How to turn off gas lamp?
To turn the gas off, simply close the valve with a quarter-turn of your tool, turning the valve into the 3 o’clock position. To disconnect your gas lamp from your main gas line, work with your gas professional to turn off the main supply so that the valve in the lamp can be disconnected from the mainline inside the post, pillar, or wall.
How to clean a mantle burner?
If using a gas mantle burner, gently slide a felt pipe cleaner through each mantle burner tip, and the air shutter ring holes in the burner base at the bottom of the tube to clear out any soot or debris. If using an open flame burner, run a piece of dental floss through the cooled slot in the tip of the brass stem and rub it with a soft cloth to loosen any soot or debris that may have settled or be stuck in this pathway.
What is the difference between manual and electronic ignition?
With electronic ignition, your gas lamp is lit with a light switch or timer, remotely creating a spark over the gas and igniting the flame. You cannot use a lighter to ignite the gas lamp’s flame if the manual burner or valve is broken and will need to have them replaced. If your gas lamp has an electronic ignition module that has stopped working, it’s best to have a certified electrician inspect and replace it .
How long is the American Gas Lamp Works warranty?
With our American Gas Lamp Works Limited Warranty, the aluminum housing and posts of your lamp have lifetime coverage. The natural gas burner assembly and electric socket assembly are covered for five years, GasGlow® LED for two years, the powder-coated finish is covered for one year against peeling and cracking, and the copper/brass housing is covered for 90 days. Glass and mantles are not covered under the warranty.
What is an open flame gas lamp?
There are two basic types of gas lamps and lights: gas mantle lamps, which use a specialized wick to create light when supplied with gas and ignited, and open flame gas lamps that work without a wick and burn gas directly. Fuel and flame are two things both types of gas lamps need to run properly, ...
How to clean a gas burner tip?
Clean the burner tip regularly by running a piece of floss through the cooled slot in the brass stem. If any debris has settled or is stuck in this pathway, the gas may not be flowing properly, which can cause more frequent blowouts.
How do you turn a gas lantern on or off?
There are 3 control options for our lanterns – manual, electronic igniter and thermocoupler . Manual control means there is a knob on the side of the lantern which regulates the flow of gas. You can adjust this higher or lower depending on your preference of the flame size. Electronic Igniters are often used on indoor fireplaces and allow you to turn the gas flame on or off with the flick of a switch. A Thermocoupler is an important safety feature that regulates the output of gas and will automatically shut off the gas flow if the flame goes out.
How do gas lanterns work?
Gas lanterns operate using either natural gas or propane which are safe, clean burning fuels. The fuel for the lanterns is controled by a switch which only emits enough fuel at one time to light the flame. These switches can be turned off in the event the flame goes out or you wish to turn off the lantern.
How much does it cost to operate a gas outdoor lantern?
However as a rule of thumb it may cost an average of around $10 per month depending on where you live. Our outdoor gas lanterns are rated at 1280 BTUs per hour.
Can these lanterns be used indoors?
A great option for indoor use is to mount the lantern using a dimmer switch . A dimmer will allow you to control the brightness of the light and achieve any feel you like.
What is an electronic ignition?
Electronic Igniters are often used on indoor fireplaces and allow you to turn the gas flame on or off with the flick of a switch. A Thermocoupler is an important safety feature that regulates the output of gas and will automatically shut off the gas flow if the flame goes out.
Where should I place a gas lantern?
The majority of gas powered lanterns are used to accent the exterior of a home or building. You will see them mounted next to a doorway, hanging from an entrance, porch or even courtyards. Gas lanterns can also be mounted to a post on a fence, gate or yard. Lanterns which use electric power can be mounted almost anywhere! We see them commonly mounted in the interior of a building or home including entrances, doorways, bedrooms and offices. When combined with a dimmer switch indoor electric lanterns can be a wonderful home accent.
Can a lantern be powered by electricity?
Will your lanterns work on electricity or just gas? Yes they will. Most of our lanterns can be powered by either natural gas OR by electricity. During the order process you can choose which one you prefer and when we build your lantern we will include the appropriate parts to operate the lantern.
What happens when you put an ignitor on a lantern?
Electronic Igniters when installed on the lantern will re-light the lantern if blown out by the wind.
How hot can a gas lantern get?
Those stated here are minimum standards. The heat escaping from the venting area can reach temperatures of 500 degrees. Safety must be the first consideration when installing a gas lantern.
What to do if a lantern blows out?
If blowouts persist, our service department is always available to troubleshoot and resolve any problems. Wind Guards are available as an option to any lantern and will usually solve a frequent blow out problem.
What is the best material for lanterns?
Copper is one of the most resilient materials found in nature and is capable of withstanding the harshest of environments without rusting. All of our lanterns are constructed with 20oz. high grade copper and fitted with solid brass components to provide a lifetime of maintenance free service.
How to contact Gas Copper Lantern?
We are happy to assist you in answering any questions you may have about any of our products. You may reach us toll free at 800-910-3275, use the Contact us form on the website or email [email protected].
What color does copper turn?
When copper oxidizes it produces copper oxide which is green in color. This process is commonly referred to as patina. Under most conditions, copper fixtures will simply darken with age like an old penny. The amount of patina green that develops depends on the location of the installation and the composition of the air it is exposed to.
How to maintain the shape of a flame?
To help maintain the shape of the flame clean the burner tip by running dental floss through the slot when you clean the glass periodically. Back To Question List.
How to reduce blowouts in gas lamp?
To reduce the risk of blowouts in your open flame natural gas lamp, consider working with a local certified gas specialist to making the following adjustments: 1) Confirm that the gas valve is set between 50-75% open.
What is a gas mantle lamp?
Gas mantle lamps utilize incandescent gas mantles as their source of illumination. Traditionally known as Welsbach mantles for their inventor, Carl Auer von Welsbach, gas mantles generate a bright, steady white light when heated by a flame. Gas mantle fixtures can be configured as dual-, triple-, or quad-mantle lamps, depending on your lamp size and lighting requirements. Alternatively, open flame gas lamps emit a softer, flickering glow similar to that of a candle. Open flame gas fixtures are preferable where you’d like the ambiance of old-fashioned gas light but do not need significant light output.
What is a gas glow?
American Gas Lamp Works developed the GasGlow® LED as an exceptionally efficient but beautiful substitute for gas mantle lighting. GasGlow® utilizes the latest LED technology combined with our standard gas burner components to exactly mimic the light intensity, color, and appearance of gas mantle illumination. Candelabra base electric lamp fixtures can be configured as dual-, triple- or quad-socket lamps and accept any small-socket (E-12 base) bulb. Most currently available small-socket bulbs are incandescent electric, but alternative LED bulbs are increasingly available and deliver long-lived, exceptionally efficient performance.
How many watts does a gas glow lamp produce?
As a rule of thumb, each gas mantle and GasGlow® LED mantle produces the equivalent light output of a 50-watt incandescent electric bulb. As a result, a quad-mantle gas lamp or GasGlow® LED would produce light equivalent to about two 100-watt incandescent bulbs.
What is LP gas?
The only option for LP gas is our gas mantle burner, which is similar to what you see in a Coleman camping lantern. It uses mesh mantles to provide a solid, white light, like a light bulb. Mantle burners are intended to burn 24/7 and do not flicker like a flame.
How much does it cost to add an ignition system to an open flame burner?
When using an open flame burner with Natural Gas, you may add an electronic ignition system for a $450.00 upcharge per lamp. This requires both Natural Gas and 110/120V electric be run to each fixture and will allow you to control the flame with a light switch or a timer.
Where are American gas lamps made?
Our manufacturing operations are located near Pittsburgh, PA, in the small, riverside town of Springdale. Our lamps are manufactured by skilled foundrymen and craftsmen, as they have been for generations.
How to turn off a gas lantern?
If you do not have electronic ignition the gas lantern is turned on and off by adjusting the manual valve at the bottom of the burner stem. Sometimes it is necessary to adjust the height of the fork over the burner stem. The fork must be in the middle of the widest area of the flame. You can adjust the height with an Allen Wrench. If the fork is not in the widest area of the flame the electronic ignition may not be able to detect that it is lit. If the fork is too high or too low that will cause the gas light to turn itself off. The gas light will try to light itself sixteen times. If it cannot light itself it will turn itself off. Another reason the gas lantern may turn itself off is if you have trash in your gas line. If there is not enough gas going to the tip of the burner stem the electronic ignition will turn itself off because it cannot detect the flame. You can easily clean the burner stem with a razor or wire.
Why does my gas lantern turn off?
Another reason the gas lantern may turn itself off is if you have trash in your gas line. If there is not enough gas going to the tip of the burner stem the electronic ignition will turn itself off because it cannot detect the flame. You can easily clean the burner stem with a razor or wire.
What is an electronic ignition?
Electronic ignition is great for both natural gas lanterns and propane lanterns that are located indoors, in hard to reach locations or windy areas. It allows you to turn the gas lights on and off with the flip of a switch. If the flame goes out the electronic ignition will automatically relight the flame. If it is unable to relight the flame it will automatically turn itself off. Please note that electronic ignition has a one year warranty. Like all electronic components it has a life span and will have to be replaced at some point in the future.
How long does an electronic ignition last?
If it is unable to relight the flame it will automatically turn itself off. Please note that electronic ignition has a one year warranty. Like all electronic components it has a life span and will have to be replaced at some point in the future.
What are the components of a gas lantern?
The system is comprised of four different components: valve, transformer, control box and igniter. Follow photos below left to right: Left | Photo shows the backside of a lantern. The wall box which mounts against the wall contains the electronic ignition components and the gas connection. Middle | Photo shows EI components under the burner stem inside the lantern and the connections inside the wall box. Right | The photo shows a stub location for the gas line as well as the electrical wires for electronic ignition prior to installing the gas lantern.
Do gas lanterns need maintenance?
No maintenance, no problems, they are magical. On extreme windy days if you stare at the gas lanterns long enough you may see the flame go out and then within a few seconds they automatically re-egnite. I have used my gas lanterns every evening since the day they were installed.
Is electric ignition good for gas lanterns?
Good luck with your new home.—-Craig Gross, Long Island, NY. Electronic ignition is great for both natural gas lanterns and propane lanterns that are located indoors, in hard to reach locations or windy areas.
