We have a Marco fireplace and the damper does not shut. I push the leaver inwards but nothing catches to keep it closed. We purchased this house and the fireplace was replaced with Gas Logs but still could be used with wood of logs are removed. What should we look for to see why damper is not catching in closed position?
Heating & Cooling - Leisure - HOMEPRIDE Electric Fireplace Heater w/ Remote
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When the gas logs were installed the vent damper should have disabled. it sounds like this was done.it is unsafe to close the damper with gas piped into the fire place. sometimes a "u" block will be placed over the damper blade. if the gas has been removed and not piped into the firebox anymore it would be safe to remove this