How to Light Gas Lights

Gas lights are a beautiful addition to your outdoor lounge area.

Gas lights can be found in many different styles. These exterior lights are a practical and beautiful way to light your deck, patio or swimming pool area. These lamps burn from either a small propane tank that feeds the lamp, or from a natural gas supply line. When you light a gas light, it is a good idea to inspect your mantle and replace if necessary.

Things You'll Need

• Replacement mantle
• Long kitchen match
• Gas light owner's manual

Instructions

1. Shut off the gas supply to your light. Depending on your style of lamp, you will have a gas valve at the bottom of the lamp post or a switch near the top of the light. Consult your specific lamp manufacturer's documentation to find this switch.

2. Remove one of the glass panels of the light. These glass panels will either slide straight up and out of the way, or open like a door.

3. Examine the mantle for damage. The mantle will look like a small, mesh bag that covers the burner inside the light. If the mantle has any holes it should be replaced. Depending on the style of mantle, they are secured to the burner lip by either a ceramic fitting that slides over or by a small drawstring that ties around the lip.

4. Install the new mantle if necessary. Be careful when installing the new mantle, as they are delicate.

5. Turn the gas supply that feeds the light back on. Strike the long kitchen match, and hold the flame near the mantle. It is not necessary to touch the mantle, as it will ignite without contact.

6. Replace the glass panel or door as necessary.

Tips & Warnings

• Mantles are very delicate and should not be handled roughly.

References

• Gas Lamp Maintenance
• Lamp Operating Instructions