FAQs

Flare Fireplaces – MyFire© Control App The MyFire© system allows for full control of your new modern linear gas fireplace using any Android or Apple smartphone or tablet. The system is made possible with a WiFi adapter that physically connects to and integrates with any Flare Fireplaces configuration. Used in separately or in conjunction with

Air shutter adjustment  - The correct fuel-air mixture in your Flare Fireplace produces blue base flame with yellow tips, with minimal soot buildup. The Fuel-air mixture can be set by the installer using the air shutter adjustment. Air shutter adjustment can be done from outside the fireplace. Access is from under the unit. See figures 1 below. Adjustment can be

HEAT RELEASES All Flare Fireplaces (both safety screen and double glass units) require heat releases for warm air to flow back into the room. This controls the temperature of the surrounding walls, keeping them relatively cool. Top Hot Release - The release / outlet for hot airflow from the wall enclosure MUST remain open. The

Flare Fireplaces does offer the ability to run your fireplace with a liquid propane tank though there are certain limitations this fuel type presents when compared to the usage of natural gas. Liquid propane burns more efficiently and hotter than natural gas so to accommodate this increase in heat we must use smaller orifices to

Ensure you have downloaded the most current Architectural and Framing Guide from the Architect Resource Center. Construct your metal framing base and top. Ensure to maintain ½” clearance to the sides, back and top of firebox. All framing must be cantilevered, ceiling suspended or self-supporting. See example below: Flare Fireplaces are NOT load bearing and

DESIGN OPTION ONE – Open Top Shroud For any custom chimney shroud keep a minimum of 6” clearance around the vent termination cap to all non-combustible materials. Maintain a minimum 100 SQ” of open-air flow around base of shroud by maintaining a minimum opening on each side of 50 SQ”. DESIGN OPTION TWO –

Stone Ball Media Placement    Flare Fireplaces allows for many different media types & configurations across our fireplace lineup. In reference specifically to the Stone Balls, we have outlined best practices below.    Do not fill the entire fireplace with stone balls, as this will overwhelm the burner. Flare recommends placing a line of stone

SIT ProFlame 2 Remote With the partnership of SIT ProFlame gas valves, Flare Fireplaces' linear fireplaces have become even more user friendly and reliable. The SIT ProFlame valve comes with all the features you expect from a modern gas fireplace such as thermostat mode, adjustable flame height and key lock. SIT ProFlame 2 Wall Switch

Soot is a product of incomplete combustion of gas within your fireplace. With all gas fireplaces soot will be generated in small amounts but some instances excessive quantities may be generated during operation. Sooting is generally an easy to resolve problem and there are several potential solutions as listed below. Inlet Pressure Always ensure that