If your gas fireplace has a standing pilot light, simply push the on button to ignite the flames. If your unit does not have a standing pilot light, you'll need to follow these steps to start your gas fireplace:
1. Open the glass door of your fireplace.
2. Locate the igniter button on the control panel. It may be labeled pilot, ignite or something similar.
3. Press and hold down the igniter button for 30 seconds or more. You should hear a clicking sound as you do this; this is normal.
4. After 30 seconds have passed, release the igniter button and watch for a small flame to appear near the Pilot Assembly Cap (this is located near where the gas line enters the firebox). If you see a flame, continue to step 5. If you don't see a flame after several tries, stop and check that all connections are secure and that there is no blockage in the gas line before trying again.
5. Once you see a small flame near the Pilot Assembly Cap, slowly turn on the gas valve by rotating it clockwise until it stops turning. You should hear a hissing sound as you do this; again, this is normal.
6. Hold down the igniter button once more until you see flames begin to emerge from within the firebox itself; then release the button and enjoy your cozy fire!