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I’m in CA and the funny thing is that my gas furnace would not work without power that is used to run fans pushing heated air through the house. It’s a safety f

• ghaff 3y ago
  My gas (propane) cooktop works but you're not "supposed" to use it if power is out because it won't automatically reignite if the flame goes out. (Doesn't really matter as I have all sorts of camping backup I can use but I'm probably not supposed to use those indoors either.) I don't live in New York but I should probably get the propane fireplace insert I've been meaning to get before we ban it too.
  • jhoechtl 3y ago
    You can light the pilot flame with a match.
    • ghaff 3y ago
      Of course (or a lighter). Which is what I do if my power is out. However, the safety instruction "supposed not to use" is because not everyone will keep their eye on the burner and may go off and do something else if something is simmering on the stove.
• cronix 3y ago
  Yes, but the gas fireplace sure came in handy.