Being vent free, what happenswith the burnt gasses and moisture
65082
Short answer: they are released into the room. This can be done because the vent free fireplace is sufficiently clean burning enough not to cause health hazards. Be sure to check your local building codes however, because these have been banned in new building in certain locals.
65083
I am using natural gas for my fuel source. Natural gas burns almost 99.9% pure. I had the same concerns you did but when I did the research I found that there is little to no risk if installed properly. As far as the moisture is concerned, it only acts as a benefit. When you use a fuel-burning source in the winter the moisture will naturally humidify your house. We have never had a problem with excess water at all. I would recommend getting a digital carbon monoxide tester. Dangerous levels are around 99 ppm my system has never registered anything over zero. I am very pleased with this product!
65084
I can show you pictures of my kitchen right now. It is covered in soot. Our insurance company came and are paying us a lot of money to completely clean and repaint our whole house and put in new ceiling tile as it is ruined. We had to turn off hte propane fireplace. It was a procom and we have had it 8 years. We are not buying procom again. WE are told propane is a dirty fuel and that is most of it. Only paint thinner or alcohol takes it off and it is still there. Paint won't even stick to it. Not to mention we have been breathing it in.
65085
If you are running this fireplace a lot we use a dehumidifier to get rid of excess water. I don't know about the burnt gasses. You are not supposed to use a vent free fireplace as your only heat source.
65086
I am using natural gas for my fuel source. Natural gas burns almost 99.9% pure. I had the same concerns you did but when I did the research I found that there is little to no risk if installed properly. As far as the moisture is concerned, it only acts as a benefit. When you use a fuel-burning source in the winter the moisture will naturally humidify your house. We have never had a problem with excess water at all. I would recommend getting a digital carbon monoxide tester. Dangerous levels are around 99 ppm my system has never registered anything over zero. I am very pleased with this product! I am using natural gas for my fuel source. Natural gas burns almost 99.9% pure. I had the same concerns you did but when I did the research I found that there is little to no risk if installed properly. As far as the moisture is concerned, it only acts as a benefit. When you use a fuel-burning source in the winter the moisture will naturally humidify your house. We have never had a problem with excess water at all. I would recommend getting a digital carbon monoxide tester. Dangerous levels are around 99 ppm my system has never registered anything over zero. I am very pleased with this... » Read More I am using natural gas for my fuel source. Natural gas burns almost 99.9% pure. I had the same concerns you did but when I did the research I found that there is little to no risk if installed properly. As far as the moisture is concerned, it only acts as a benefit. When you use a fuel-burning source in the winter the moisture will naturally humidify your house. We have never had a problem with excess water at all. I would recommend getting a digital carbon monoxide tester. Dangerous levels are around 99 ppm my system has never registered anything over zero. I am very pleased with this product! « Show Less
1290762
We leave our vent open in the fireplace. This seems to eliminate the order.
1827558
You can recirculate the vent back to the kitchen or vent it outside. Either or will work
1256549
Yes. All the CO2 and moisture generated by the combustion process go right into the room. However, most homes breathe enough that this is not a problem.
451519
I have mine internally venting as we speak. The fan is quite powerful and has no problem gathering any smoke that develops. I've been using my microwave since this past Christmas and so far, i haven't had any problems. I'm sure, however, that something like burnt oil would be a problem. Fyi- it's very important to keep the filters clean.
1535911
Vent free means just that. It requires no vent for the flue gases. If your shack is very small you may want some way of getting fresh air. If the heater detects a a high concentration of flue gases it will shut down and leave you in the cold.
2126255
I opened cupboards, draws etc. and also disconnected gas stove (if you have one). I put a bomb in each room through out our duplex. We vacated for I believe 4-6 hours (that's including any pets you may have). Afterwards open all windows to air out all the fumes. Hope this was helpful, and good luck!
1332374
Dry it off, then use a hairdryer to blow into the vents. Partial disassembly is advised. Ron in Texas
397303
As with any gas appliance there is a chance that a fire could happen. Also, carbon monoxide could be emitted during use. Personally I would only use it outdoors & not run the risk of fire or someone becoming ill.
689519
No the heat can cause the can to explode and other climate situations will lead the gas or pepper to dry out
869515
Burning anything in an enclosed space is deadly. Carbon monoxide et al. As to yellow Heat producing anything more than water vapor and carbon monoxide when burning? Not that I know of. Use common sense when burning anything indoors. Provide some type of fresh air ventilation.
578148
The vent is not a problem, provided it can vent, the top does get hot - leaving things on top of the oven, while it is in use, is a mistake to be avoided.
1207897
No exhaust pipe or chimney connection is used so 100% of the heat and combustion by products produced are released into the heated space. So carbon dioxide and water vapor will increase and could become a problem in a tight unventilated space
1073090
For anyone else that is interested, I got a response from MetroVac already. They said, "It is normal for venting thru housing to avoid overheating."
1660656
This unit is direct vented through a concentric vent to the outside. No smell of gas.
91990
in my house i ran the vent threw the floor--however this my not be possible to do in every case--i would suggest going to hardware store and getting enough flexible dryer hose to reach the nearest window--hope this might help
1140744
There is no venting. Has never been an issue for me. My toothbrush is usually never more than damp when I place within the device to be sanitized.