How to Adjust a Gas Log Fireplace Flame

Adjusting the flame on your gas fireplace isn't a difficult job. This can make the the fire more or less intense. If it's an especially cold night you may want to turn up the intensity. On a day when you just want the ambiance of a fireplace you can turn the intensity down.

Adjusting the flame on a gas log fireplace is a good way to control the comfort of your home. Turning the flame up and down will help control the levels of heat and can add or detract from the mood in the room.

• Turn the gas to the fireplace off so it's safe for you to inspect.


• Look behind the gas logs for a control knob. There are likely two knobs, one red and one black. The black knob is the one you need for this. This needs to be on the pilot setting to light. Press the ignition button or light the pilot manually.


• Turn the control knob back after you've allowed the pilot to burn for at least a minute. Turn it to the lowest setting on the knob.


• Find the on/off switch on the front of the logs. Switch this to the on position. The gas logs should start to burn once you do this. Allow it to burn for a minute to ensure the gas flow is regulated.


• Make adjustments to the adjustment knob to increase or decrease the height and intensity of the flame. Keep an eye on the temperature of the room. If it starts to get too warm you can crank this back down a bit.