A: Flare Fireplaces provides Free Flow sizing guidelines to ensure proper airflow and safe operation. The required louver size depends on the fireplace model and whether it is used for Heat Release or Air Intake. Heat Release Louvers (Free Flow): These are required to allow heat to escape from the enclosure. Typical sizing includes:
A: Yes. Flare Fireplaces offers both heat release and air intake solutions, depending on the fireplace configuration. Heat release systems are designed to redirect and dissipate heat away from the fireplace opening. This helps reduce wall temperatures and allows for more flexible installations, such as placing TVs or sensitive materials as close as 12” from
Q: Can I cover or block the louvers? A: No. Louvers must remain completely unobstructed at all times to ensure proper airflow and safe operation of the fireplace. Blocking or covering the louvers restricts the movement of air, which can lead to excessive heat buildup inside the enclosure. This may result in reduced performance, overheating
A: Heat Release and Air Intake louvers play a critical role in maintaining safe operating temperatures on the glass and surrounding wall by
No. Flare Fireplaces is a manufacturer and wholesale supplier based in Texas. Our team does not have a physical presence, employees, or licensed technicians in other states. We are not licensed to perform gas connections, labor, or on-site inspections. All installations and local service must be performed by your local authorized dealer or a third-party
For older Flare Fireplaces legacy direct vent models using the Maxitrol or Honeywell Valve Systems, an upgrade to SIT Proflame II is available for most fireplaces. Update instructions detailed below. Maxitrol (GV60) to SIT Proflame II Update - Screen Safety Barrier Maxitrol (GV60) to SIT Proflame II Update - Double Glass Barrier Please speak with
Yes, premium media, gas logs and decoration, ordered with or after the fireplace may result in additional shipping costs due to the following reasons: Premium media can increase the overall weight or size of the fireplace packaging. It is typically shipped on top of the fireplace unit, which increases pallet dimensions and may result in
Follow the video link for the installation guide on a Flare Fireplaces Double Glass passive fireplace. See the Double Glass feature page for more information on what is the Flare Fireplaces double glass feature active and passive feature.
Follow the video link below to see the process of removing thermostatic mode from your Flare Fireplace. Removing/Enabling Thermostatic Mode From SIT ProFlame II Remote The Remote control can operate as a room thermostat. The thermostat can be set to a desired temperature to control the room temperature. The thermostat icon on the LCD screen
Each 8" fan used in in the Double Glass Active system and Blower Kit fan system has an airflow capacity of 76 CFM. To discuss further details about the fans in your fireplace, send your Serial Number over to [email protected] with any questions.
