On Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at 9:04:23 PM UTC-3:30, wrote:
Hello all -

first post on this forum, so please excuse any newbie errors...

I have a gas fireplace at home that I haven't used in a couple of
years. I had turned the pilot off after I used it last. I tried to
start it back up yesterday, and the pilot started right up. I have a
wall switch that controls the gas flow and turns the fireplace on.
When I try to flip the switch to turn the fireplace on, it does
nothing 9 times out of 10. Occassionally the flames will come and
stay lit for a couple of minutes before going out again, and then
nothing. I don't smell any gas when the fireplace switch is on but
the flame isn't present. Not sure where to look to try and debug this
issue... any helpful pointers would be greatly appreciated!

Merry Christmas!

I am experiencing a similar problem with my Majestic gas fireplace.
I have checked all the recommended voltages and they are all within spec.
My problem is intermittent.
Pilot is lit and bright, but no flame when the thermostadt is on.
Normally I here a small click from the fireplace when the thermostadt is turned up, but nothing when it does not light.
Also, for some reason, pushing and holding the ignighter in for several seconds often turns the flame on ??
And shorting the terminals with a paper clip also turns it on.
I have read that resistance can build up within the system but I'm unsure if that means in the wiring and thermostadt or the gas line ?
Any Ideas??
Thanks
Gary