The fan in my fireplace has stopped working. Am I right that it could be either the switch, the sensor, or the fan-motor.
Is there an easy way of knowing which one. What I am getting is a very low pitch humming noise.
I think that I can change the switch, or sensor easily. But, I can not even locate the fan. Could it be behind ( at the back of the box), and if so, do I need to take the whole unit out, meaning I should unattach the gas line.
Thanks for your help
2006-12-13 03:59:42 · 4 answers · asked by demaissoneuve 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It sounds like it is your fan. Ours went last year, it starting out as a low pitch humming then went to a very high pitch squeal. We ordered one, you have to get the proper one for your fireplace. We could not find the fan, but the store where we ordered the part actually told us where it was. We did not have to disconnect the gas lines. Just turned off the pilot lite, unplugged the fireplace. Awkward to get at but managed. Best of luck to you.
2006-12-13 14:17:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm in Toronto, and have had to replace the fan 3 times, the last being Jan. 13/13. Here's what I had to do:
MAKE SURE UNIT IS OFF AND UNPLUGGED AND COLD!!!
1) Open small door where controls are located.
2) Use a flashlight to locate and remove screws holding glass panel (one in each corner at bottom of panel frame).
3) Lift straight up on panel frame and lift out. This is a good time to clean glass WITH recommended glass cleaner! Don't use Windex, etc.
4) Remove logs and branches (made from some lightweight material). DO NOT disturb 'flakey' stuff in front of logs.
5) Use flashlight to locate and remove screws from back metal panel (could be about 8 small screws).
6) Remove screws from base unit (either 4 or 6 screws) and slide forward an inch or two but not further so as not to damage any connections!
7) Use flashlight to locate screws for fan (fan located on bottom of unit at the back).
8) Remove wire connectors (you may have to use a "little" force to separate connectors) AND be sure to mark at least one of the wires that goes to the front or back connector to reconnect correctly with new fan! A piece of masking tape or a small wire tie will do -- remove it before you plug into the new connector.
9) Take old fan with you to store for a matchup. Pay the man and look forward to doing all these steps in reverse when you get home!
My fan is almost two years old and it looks like I'll be replacing it AGAIN -- #4 since 1993!
Good luck.
2014-11-18 15:40:27 · answer #2 · answered by Dave 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The fan sounds like it's cooked, IF you have to remove the gas line make sure to turn the gas off at the fireplace and and cap the gas line to be safe !!!
2006-12-13 12:08:48 · answer #3 · answered by Paul S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the humming noise is comming from the fan its the fan that is bad
2006-12-13 12:05:35 · answer #4 · answered by aussie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋