PayandPack FK12 Replacement Fireplace Blower Fan KIT for Majestic, Vermont Castings, Monessen, Temco, Rotom HB-RB12
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It is determined by the model insert. You should be able to use it if the bottom louvers (vent) can be removed. If the bottom piece can be removed, you should have enough room to attach the fan unit to the back of the insert with the blower pointing up. To summarize, most units with top and bottom louvers (vents) can accommodate a blower kit in some form. I'd just make sure you get the model number off your insert to make sure you get the correct blower.
I fastened it to one of the screws that secures the fan's motor.
My blower was installed by my nephew, who simply used Velcro to secure it to a stone. The mounting bracket holes were not used.
When I put in the model number from my fireplace blower, Amazon suggested this one. It was two seasons ago, it looked exactly like mine in the photos, and it ended up being a perfect match. It was simple to set up and it works perfectly.
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Our old gas fireplace fan began to screech and make obnoxious noises. We simply removed it, took the model number off the old fan, and ordered a replacement from Amazon. It was extremely simple to set up. It was simply a matter of plugging it in and dealing with some grounding wires to replace it where the old one had been. It only took a couple of minutes. The noise level is comparable to that of any other fireplace, wood stove, or pellet stove fan I've encountered. I can't speak to its long-term durability because we just installed it, but it was incredibly simple to set up and is currently performing admirably. We didn't know what to do when the old fan broke down, but I'm glad we looked into it instead of paying someone to come out and fix it. This probably saved us a few hundred dollars and required almost no effort on the part of two people who had no idea what they were doing.
It's preferable to have one over not having one from a financial standpoint. The price was reasonable, and if your fireplace has an electrical outlet and mounting screws, it was not difficult to install. Even though getting the blower in some of the angles was a little difficult, it was possible. able. If you have a medium to large space, keep in mind that this will improve it slightly but will not make a significant difference. For instance, before the blower, the heat from the fireplace could be felt from about 2 feet away; after the blower, the heat could be felt from about 6 feet away. If your living room is 10 to 20 feet long, you may not notice the heat for a long time after it is turned on. I was planning on getting the double-decker bus. I wasn't sure if these would work because it was my first time buying one, and my fireplace only had mounting screws for one, so I didn't want to rely on Velcro to keep the blowers in place. I wouldn't be concerned about the noise if the blower is set to high; you can control it by lowering the speed, and it will be barely audible if you're watching TV. The car appears to turn on and off at random times. I'm not sure if it's a problem with the sensor or where I put it. I don't think it's a big deal. It's not a problem for me to turn it on and off manually. In terms of value, I would recommend it over paying twice as much for something I don't use very often. It's also a good idea to watch a couple of YouTube videos on how to install these types of blowers; they were extremely helpful.
This was just delivered to me. I ordered the wrong unit at first because I wasn't aware that there were two models. Make sure you know what model you have. br>br>I just finished installing the unit yesterday, and it was a fairly straightforward process because I already had an outlet in the base of the firebox. I'd say it's not worth the trouble if you don't already have it. Work slowly and carefully to install the unit on the pre-drilled holes. existing studs, as this is the most 'complicated' part of the installation. It took a little fidgeting to get it in place, but it's perfect now. At half speed, it's quiet and moves a lot of air into the room while keeping the fireplace cool. br>br>When it came to placing the thermostat near the pilot light and toward the main part of the firebox, I discovered that a location near the pilot light and towards the main part of the firebox worked best. br>br>The unit now comes with a variety of wingnut sizes, and I found the two I needed by gently testing them on the firebox studs. br>br>Thus far, everything has gone well.
Because this isn't a perfect fit for my fireplace, keep in mind that these are marketed as "universal. " Despite this, I stuffed it in anyway, and while it's louder than I'd like and has less airflow than I'd like (not the manufacturer's fault), it's still a good fit. It still moves enough air to make my wife happy, and she has used it every morning since! That, I suppose, definitively answers the question of whether it was worthwhile. br>br>One thing I'd like to point out is that, while the airflow isn't particularly impressive, the difference is significant. Even with the modest airflow, the surrounding surfaces of my gas appliance are not only no longer hot, but only warm to the touch. I believe this is because the coldest air in the room is at the floor and is being pulled up and heated through the fireplace, resulting in the room being warmer than you would expect. This is a significant improvement over being without a fan. Even if the small fan doesn't quite fit where it should, I'll have to make something out of metal to better direct the air. Had intended to use two fans, but even this smaller one isn't going to fit on the other side no matter what; it works fine with just one, though. It has sturdy rubber pads for mounting and can be noisy if the metal part of the fam touches the metal part of the insert.
It was simple to install; the temperature probe that came with it did not work on the bottom of my fireplace, but it worked fine on the side; and it is incredibly quiet! My previous fan would chase you out of the room, bleeding from your ears. My ceiling fan is louder than this, so I put some rubber on the floor of my fireplace to help reduce noise.
A/C 4200b Wine Cellar I was in desperate need of exhaust fans for my WineEnthusiast KW- Air conditioner for wine cellars, model 4200b. I reached out to WineEnthusiast, but they no longer sell them for this model. I found this FK12 unit while searching on Amazon for a squirrel cage/tangential blower fan. It's nearly identical to the original; It was only necessary to remove the foam pads and adjust one of the mounting holes with pliers. Compared to replacing my wine cellar AC for $1600, the total cost of two fans was under $70. The fans and air conditioner are now fully functional!.
For the money, it's pretty good. Is this the quietest fan you've ever encountered? No. Does it, however, complete the task? Yep. It isn't overly loud, and the television doesn't have to be turned up all the way to drown it out, but it is noisier than others I've used. What's nice about it, though, is that it moves a lot of air and can be adjusted to your preferred level of noise and air movement. Great value, but we'll have to wait and see how long it lasts before updating this review if there are any problems.