GFK4 GFK4A Fireplace Blower Kit Installation

[@bobmetzger51]

Brilliant! After watching this video, I've realized our contractor installed the blower BACKWARDS! 4 years into a newly constructed house and I still find things that they screwed up! Thank you for an excellent video!

[@aaron5222]

I'm in the same boat haha. Shame

[@cyclingpanther5758]

Excellent video. I think I can handle self installation with this easy to follow instruction.

[@fireplaceblowers]

Heck yeah, you can definitely do the install yourself! Give us a call if you have any issues and we'll actually help walk you through it if need be. Cheers, Jason

[@chrisdavis2817]

Excellent, ezypeazy installation. The hardest part to do is getting your arm back into the restricted space where it is located.

[@davidwalton7012]

Amen brother, amen! Might have the wife do this in fact.

[@Speedmark1483]

Thank you! Everything went very smoothly because of your detailed explanation and great video!

[@fireplaceblowers]

Awesome to hear Jeff, thanks for the comment!!

[@WilliamBurnt]

@@fireplaceblowers I just set up my electrical should be very simple with this video thank you!

[@benjaminrneal]

I used your video to install a fan I bought on Amazon. After the fan failed (4 days after install), I sent it back and ordered one from your company.

[@Katy-Did]

Great video! Just bought a fan blower from you!

[@fireplaceblowers]

Hey Katy, thank you very much!!! Can't thank you enough :) Best Regards, Jason

[@WilliamKristoph]

Thank you so much! My actual installation was just as easy as the video. You guys did a great job from start to finish.

[@pumpupthevolume4775]

Couldn't figure out why my blower wasn't working until I watched your video and realized that the temperature sensor was not getting triggered. I was almost out the door to head to Home Depot to get a new rheostat and if that failed, to buy a new blower (least expensive to most expensive process of elimination homeowner troubleshooting methodology). Seeing you heat up that sensor, I realized there was a 3rd variable, and maybe I wasn't giving the sensor enough time to heat up even though I waited 15 minutes. So I waited longer instead of going to the hardware store and the blower kicked on. For some reason my sensor really needed to get hot before it triggered the switch. Thanks for saving me an unnecessary trip and unnecessary replacement of parts that didn't need to be replaced. If my blower does go out, I'm headed to FireplaceBlowers.

[@fireplaceblowers]

Glad the video helped!!! We love hearing stories like this, so thanks for sharing and don't hesitate to hit us up whenever you need anything. Happy to help!

[@blakecooke6451]

Thank you for this comprehensive video - I was able to install it quickly and the blower works great. Wish we had done this years ago!

[@northlandlawyer]

Before you order, make sure and check that you have power going to your power outlet underneath the fireplace. Many builders simply choose not to wire the outlet.

[@Dungzoo]

This just happened to me. I ordered a fan, not thinking anything of it. My builder didn’t take the time to wire the auxiliary outlets underneath the fireplace. Luckily, I saw this comment and didn’t spend any time actually trying to install the fan and wondering why it didn’t work.

[@britfan]

This video was extremely helpful. You did an excellent job detailing the installation process of the blower. Thank you from Reno, NV

[@osbornfamily10]

Thank you Terry. Got the blower we purchased from you and these instructions helped with the installation. Worked great!

[@gholsie]

Nice video and good quality product. However, I would like to make a recommendation. I am in the market to buy a blower and I want yours. However, the youtube video doesn't include an obvious link to your website. I highly recommend putting your website and contact information somewhere in the description.

[@duffygaynor6157]

Outstanding demo. Made my installation very easy. Thanks!

[@fireplaceblowers]

Outstanding! Thanks for the purchase and keep us posted should you have questions or need assistance from us in the future. Have a warm, safe and happy fireplace season!

[@aphroditevelyn1]

Thank you! Best explanation, very helpful.

[@fireplaceblowers]

Thank you so much!!!

[@heidibertrand7743]

Great customer service!

[@fireplaceblowers]

Thank you so much Heidi!!

[@jasonbaker3566]

Excellent, we certainly appreciate the feedback!

[@gholsie]

Terry, what's your website address? Thanks

[@timmoy5952]

Awesome. Installed in no time.

[@natemills9030]

You just saved me $200 in labor

[@orestescapote8561]

Thanks

[@icanseeclearlynow1810]

Very helpful! Thank you.

[@BobbyCartin]

thank you

[@user-df1mm5ud6i]

What do you connect the green neutral wire to?

[@coptechgold]

Thanks for this.

[@maiseydoodle]

I’m thoroughly confused now. I just received the kit from you that has the electronic fan speed control. It has several wires that include a red and black positive and negative valve sensor wires?

[@sparklander]

Looks like a great accessory for my Heatilator fireplace. We have only lived in this house for 14 years with no fan. One question. My homebuilder installed a fan switch next to the fireplace switch on the wall. That switch leads to a receptacle at the bottom of the fireplace box near where the fan would sit. Is it okay to plug the fan into that switch?

[@coffeebotography]

Sparklander yes. You still have to connect to power.

[@daddyskk]

I followed Terry's easy peasy instructions for my Heatilator fireplace..Couldn't be easier.So I plug my power cord into my plug receptacle that says "FAN" (silly me,right ? ) Ok,here we go! .Temperature sensor got hot, but fan wouldnt come on. So I call Terry(,and he answers the phone on one ring! !) directs me to plug my cord into where it says REM/AUX...blower working great ! ! ...and its hotter than Hades in here now. HAPPY WIFE, HAPPY LIFE ! Great job Terry.Thanks.And a great fan at a very fair price.Fireplaceblowersonline.com for life !!!

[@fireplaceblowers]

Thanks for the great review Alan! Glad to hear you're enjoying the new blower kit and staying warm. It was something like -50 today with the wind chill here in Racine, WI. Crazy!!!

[@timlist4173]

I just bought a house that has a gas fireplace. Tested it and it lights and after ten minutes it turns off and the blower never runs. What could be the problem?

[@fireplaceblowers]

Ten minutes may not be long enough for the thermostat sensor to get hot enough to trigger the blower. If the fireplace is simply turning off after 10 minutes, this is indicative of something else. Could be something related to the pilot light assembly like a defective sensor / thermocouple. Could be a defective high limit switch or other issues as well. You can always bypass the temp sensor on the fan kit to ensure the fan is operating normally. Once you figure out why the appliance is shutting off, I'm going to bet the blower will begin working again, since it will have ample time to heat up and trigger the snap disc on the fan kit. Hope this helps! Regards, Jason

[@davidw3171]

How would this work in a 2 sided, see through heatilator fireplace?

[@toddjolly3284]

Will the thermal switch work mounted on bottom as in video if I have a stone brick bottom which lays on the metal bottom. My fireplace is a coleman, wood burner, with a gas log ventless insert set. Which is currently sitting on the fire brick bottom base, I have no heat reaching through the bottom side of fire brick so how would the thermal switch get hot enough to kick on? Could I bring the thermal switch up and mount to bottom side of logs next to the logs thermal probe?

[@fireplaceblowers]

Great question. In these cases, the brick acts like an insulating layer, especially when the fireplace has been converted to gas. So what we'd typically do in your case is mount the sensor on the top of the fireplace and secure with either a magnet (like in the video) or even a couple of sheet metal screws. Really just depends on the style of sensor you would need. When we do this, we like using a high temperature rated wire through, since it needs to be loomed down the side of your fireplace. Give us a call directly if you have any questions! Regards, Jason

[@charlenekammer9014]

Our blower on our fireplace insert keeps going on and off. The fire is extremely hot? And, has been going for a while. What do you think it might be?

[@garystiles2559]

I just installed this blower. I'm getting a vibration noise in addition to the fan noise. The vibration noise is there regardless of the blower setting (Hi/Lo). Anyone else have a vibration noise? How do I get rid of it? Thanks!

[@fireplaceblowers]

Hey Gary, sorry for the late reply on this! If you're still having an issue, don't hesitate to call us directly and we'll be happy to help. Regards, Jason 262-989-4882

[@jessicad8330]

Can I use this to add to my kodiak wood stove fireplace insert?

[@fireplaceblowers]

It would likely require some retro fitting, since it's not a direct OEM replacement kit. If you were thinking of doing that, our GFK-160 blower kit might be a better option for the Kodiak stove. Give us a call at 262-989-4882 and we'll be more than happy discuss.

[@toddleychaos7698]

Question for anyone I am going to be purchasing a majestic blower motor kit and see it has two blower motors that are not connected as one unit but two separated so either it’s a back up or or can you hook up them both up?

[@fireplaceblowers]

What model Majestic are you referring to?

[@toddleychaos7698]

@@fireplaceblowers I figured out that the kit is one blower motor that comes with a extra. Never did but motor yet and may be something in the future.

[@DrMardo]

Nice video. Question: Do you leave the variable speed control (knob) at a certain speed AND in that area? Or should the speed control be mounted outside of the fireplace? If the latter, I would have to drill a hole in the exterior of the insert.

[@fireplaceblowers]

On the most of the Heatilator fireplaces that use the GFK4 blower kit, the speed controller is mounted inside of the fireplace below that lower panel. Doesn't exactly make it easy to access, but that's normally where it's installed. We've seen folks drill holes on the outside of the panel so that the knob is outside, but before doing that, make sure you've got a flat space to mount the controller. Call us at 262-989-4883 with any questions. Regards, Jason

[@DrMardo]

@@fireplaceblowers I publicly want to thank you for your advice! With the expertise of Jason, you guys helped me resolve my fireplace blower issue! Thank you!!!

[@fireplaceblowers]

@@DrMardo Thank you very much for the shoutout. We certainly appreciate it. Always happy to help, so thanks again for reaching out and have a wonderful New Year!! - Jason

[@Rnburse]

Is this the same as an FK12 blower kit? Can these be installed after the fact? All electric inserts for it are in place. Thank you.

[@2Brandec]

My fireplace has vents at the bottom instead of the top. Should the fan be positioned so it can blow air out the bottom?

[@robross6595]

If you place at the bottom, in my unit it melted the speed control and the plastic junction box plug. I had to replace both pieces. The heated air is very hot.

[@robross6595]

If anyone needs to know the partnumber for the melted plug box, HHT Junction Box (SRV4021-013). Good luck!

[@fireplaceblowers]

We would need to know more about your specific model, but the blowers are typically never positioned so that they are blowing out the bottom. You should have a hood or exit vent on top. Hit us up at 262-989-4882! Cheers, Jason

[@adamgenesis4084]

My natural gas fireplace has 4 vents on the side and controlled by a switch. When I turn it on, I can hear the fan blowing, but the air coming thru is always cold. Looking up into the fireplace, I guess the heat is captured way up inside the flue? Seems like a blower directly under the fire is the way to go, but how to get electricity?

[@fireplaceblowers]

Hi Adam. I would encourage you to call us directly so we can go over your fireplace in more detail. The make and model of the fireplace will certainly help. In most gas fireplace setups, the blower is installed below the fireplace and circulates air up along the backside of the fireplace. If your blower has a different configuration, then that may explain why the blower isn't circulating heated air. 262-989-4882. Regards, Jason

[@lanceladewig2793]

Do you have 12 volt models for off grid applications?

[@BBOOXXEERRMr]

I own a lopi and the blower looks exactly the same. Do you supply to LOPI? I turned the blower and it does not seem to work. I guess it turns at certain temperature. If it does not work could it possible be the temperature censor? I Know the fan should always be at medium for maximum and longer performance.

[@fireplaceblowers]

We don't currently supply to Lopi, although we're currently redesigning several of their kits and blowers. The problem you're describing sounds like a thermostat issue, so that's where I'd start first. Give us a call if you're still having issues!

[@jhomstad77]

Hi! I know it is short notice but do you think this would fit a Valor insert 739JLN/P (Logs) & 739IRN/P (Rocks)? I am planning on purchasing one tomorrow and can't find a list of what fireplaces this will fit. Thanks!

[@fireplaceblowers]

+jhomstad77 Sorry for the late reply. The OEM Valor 755CFK Circulating Fan Kit is closer to our GFK-160 fan kit. There may be a little retro fitting request to make it work, but the GFK-160 could possibly work as a universal replacement. I believe the blower kit on your fireplace is mounted through the rear of the insert, which also presents some challenges if the fireplace is already installed.

[@contrabandjoe7974]

I bought a unit from you about 6 years ago. it's starting to get loud during the run phase. Is it time to replace? assume the bearings get old after many seasons. thanks

[@fireplaceblowers]

Sorry for the late reply! Depends on the blower and the environment is was being run in, but don't hesitate to give us a call and we can lend a hand! Regards, Jason

[@gordondahlberg4765]

Terry, do I purchase a univrsal blower through you? Mine just went out after 10 years. Looks like the one in the demonstration, except the wiring connections are on the left and the blower is held to the back by flat magnets. Sounds like a bearing. Firepace is DESA and they are out of business.Thanks.

[@fireplaceblowers]

+Gordon Dahlberg If you haven't done so already Gordon, give us a call directly and we'll get you squared away. I should have something close to your original DESA that will work as a universal replacement but is even better than the OEM unit.

[@lornaduquette3281]

Gordon Dahlberg Has

[@lornaduquette3281]

. Lorna

[@Pataclese]

Where is the link to your site?

[@steve1998]

How long should the fan run when you shut off the fireplace? Thanks

[@natemills9030]

Until the temperature goes below about 90 degrees

[@carmelitoculala4530]

Is this available in toronto canada

[@fireplaceblowers]

We do ship to Canada, so if you purchase through the website, we can certainly get it you :)

[@bryanhain969]

mine is so loud

[@longislandfutsal]

can this blower be used with a vent free gas fireplace?

[@fireplaceblowers]

+john branca Really depends on the make and model. Many vent-free units do not provide inclusions for adding a blower kit, so if you got in touch with us directly with the make and model, I could certainly find out for you.

[@carmelitoculala4530]

And how much

[@fireplaceblowers]

Current price is $114.95 USD, but shipping to Canada is about $40 USD and is calculated at the time of checkout. Hope this helps!

[@carmelitoculala4530]

thanks for the info. but i think its too much expensive the shipping

[@fireplaceblowers]

@@carmelitoculala4530 Where are you located? If you're in the lower 48 states, shipping is free.

[@yuyunfurry7813]

how to order?

[@davedanish6307]

Are the blowers one size fits all

[@fireplaceblowers]

+Dave Danish Not always. The GFK4 blower specifically is 12.5" long, so you'll need to make sure that you have enough space to accommodate it. It's also 3.23" tall on it's shortest side, which could limit installation on some models. It's always import to check height clearance and horizontal clearance at the rear wall of the fireplace, which is where most of these blowers are installed.

[@gaiagenesis966]

Where to buy???

[@fireplaceblowers]

www.fireplaceblowersonline.com

[@user-bk9jy6rr2d]

Seriously... I just purchased mine and THE DIRECTIONS aren't even close to what he's showing. I'm really angry about this... I have gotten the stupid blower stuck 2x trying to get the damn thing in. Not as easy as they said. I'll be needing to contact the gas company to make sure I haven't dislodged anything.

[@fireplaceblowers]

Call us anytime if you have issues. This blower kit fits more than 100 models of fireplaces, so the directions aren't exactly the same for each setup. We can walk you through any issues you're having! Cheers, Jason

[@Demonsmojo]

Not a real install :(

[@blondeguy08]

130cfm? Weak sauce

[@prod.mv_]

wtf

[@ridik4267]

Does this kit work on any gas Fireplace?

[@fireplaceblowers]

Really depends on available space, but it's fairly universal given that you have the clearance. So take some measurements first. If you have send us an email to [e-mail] with your make and model, I can narrow down the kit you need. Cheers, Jason