Why won’t my remote or wall switch work for my fireplace?

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✅ Common Reasons a Remote or Wall Switch Won’t Work

  1. Dead Batteries

    • For remotes and receiver boxes, low or dead batteries are the #1 cause.

  2. Receiver Box Issues

    • The receiver (usually under the fireplace) may be switched off, have weak batteries, or need resetting.

  3. Dirty or Loose Connections

    • Wires between the wall switch/receiver and the gas valve can loosen or corrode over time.

  4. Faulty Wall Switch

    • Fireplace wall switches carry low-voltage signals, and dust or wear can stop them from working.

  5. Remote Not Synced

    • Sometimes remotes lose pairing with the receiver and need to be reprogrammed.

  6. Gas Valve or Control Module Failure

    • If the valve or control board isn’t responding, even with good signals, it may need repair or replacement.

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