GFK-210 Blower System
- Installation and Operating Instructions -
This blower is carefully engineered and must be installed
1.0 INTRODUCTION
only as specified. If you modify it or any of its components,
you may cause a fire hazard and will void the WARRANTY.
In addition, such action may void the coverage provided
by the owner's home insurance.
The GFK-210 Blower System has been designed to circu-
late room air through the fireplace to enhance heat output.
The GFK-210 blower system operates on 120 VAC, 60 Hz
power. This is available through a receptacle in the factory
installed power cord assembly. The power cord is located
in the controls compartment of the fireplace.
CAUTION: All wiring should be done by a qualified electri-
cian and shall be in compliance with local codes and with
the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-current (in
the United States), or with the current CSAC22.1 Canadian
Electric Code (in Canada).
Avariable speed control is provided with the blower system
to provide quiet forced air flow at the desired speeds. A
temperature sensor switch, which automatically turns the
blower ON/OFF, is also provided with this kit.
CAUTION! DO NOT connect 110-120 VAC wiring to the
gas control valve of the fireplace.
NOTICE: The variable speed control and temperature
sensor switch are not used with some remote control
systems.
WARNING! Risk of Shock! Turn electrical power off at
the circuit breaker before beginning this installation.
4.0 INSTALLING THE BLOWER (Metal Inserts)
2.0 CHECK CONTENTS OF SHIPPING CARTON
1. Remove factory-installed blower brackets by removing
four screws. Brackets are only used for the FireBrick
inserts. See Figure 2.
Compare CONTENTS OF CARTON in Figure 1 with the
actual parts received. If any parts are missing or damaged,
contact your dealer before starting installation. Do not install
a damaged blower kit.
2. Remove appliance from wall.
3. Remove access panel by removing four screws. See
Figure 3.
4. Screw blowers to access panel on rear of insert with
four screws. See Figure 4.
5. Plug the blower cord into the blower receptacle. Con-
nect the white, black, and green spade connectors
from blower cord harness to each blower. See Figure
1 and Figure 6.
WING
NUT
060-872
6. Bundle and zip tie any wires to keep them from contact-
ing the fan blades. See Figure 6, Detail A.
BLOWER CORD
2206-068
7. Reinstall access panel.
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
SWITCH
NOTE: Install the blower using the access panel located on
the back side of the appliance.
CONTROL
KNOB
046-018A
100-512
CONTROL
NUT
060-814
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL
2206-800
Figure 1
3.0 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
The GFK-210 Blower Kit is tested and safe when installed in
accordance with this installation manual. It is your responsi-
bility to read all instructions before starting installation and to
follow these instructions carefully during installation to assure
maximum benefit from, and safe operation of, the blower.
Figure 2 Remove Blower Brackets
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5.0 INSTALLING THE VARIABLE SPEED
6.0 RECOMMENDED OPERATING PROCE-
DURES WHEN VARIABLE SPEED CONTROLAND
TEMPERATURE SENSOR SWITCH ARE USED
Ignite the fire in the fireplace with the variable speed control
switch in an "ON" position. The fan will automatically turn
on when the temperature sensor switch closes at approxi-
mately 110O F. Heated air will be delivered at the outlet
grille. The fan will continue to operate after the fireplace
is turned OFF until the temperature sensor switch opens.
CONTROL AND TEMPERATURE SENSOR SWITCH
If using a remote control system that utilizes a blower
(fan) control, disregard steps 1-3 and follow remote con-
trol installation instructions.
NOTICE! The sensor switch and rheostat are not used
if the blower is controlled with the RC300 remote control.
1. Remove the knob and locknut from the variable speed
control. Slide the variable speed control behind the
control panel. With the stem sticking out of the pre-
punched hole, attach the locknut tightly and reattach
the knob on the stem. See Figure 4. Turn the speed
control switch to the "ON" position.
NOTICE! During operation, ensure that all wiring is
kept away from the blower wheel (fan blades).
Various conditions (such as fireplace model, type of fire-
place installation, outside air temperature vs. inside air
temperature) can contribute to the length of the time the
blower remains on after the fireplace is turned OFF. The
blower can be turned off manually with the speed control
switch.
2. Slide the temperature sensor switch onto the blower
stud located on the bottom of the combustion box. See
Figure 3. Secure the temperature sensor switch with
the wing nut provided.
WARNING! Risk of Injury! DO NOT contact the blower
wheel (fan blades) during operation.
NOTICE: The blower stud is located on the bottom of the
combustion box. See Figure 5.
NOTICE:The temperature sensor switch must be installed
so that the sensor switch is facing the combustion box
surface. See Detail A of Figure 5.
7.0 MAINTENANCE
Periodically check the fireplace and remove any dust, dirt
or obstructions.
3. Connect the variable speed control and the temperature
sensor switch to the power cord. See Figure 6.
8.0 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND CUSTOMER
SERVICE
4. Gather the loose wires underneath the appliance and
use the zip ties to restrain them and keep them away
from the blower wheel (fan blades). See Figure 6,
Detail A.
Replacement parts and service may be obtained through
your dealer.
Hardware Bag: SRV107-570A
5. Turn the 110-120 VAC service "ON" at the circuit
breaker.
VARIABLE
SPEED
CONTROL
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
SWITCH
BLOWER
STUD
DETAIL A
COMBUSTION BOX SURFACE
BLOWER STUD
TEMPERATURE SENSOR SWITCH
Figure 5
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PLUG
120V EXISTING
OUTLET
BLOWER
NOTE: IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL
WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THE
APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED,
IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH
TYPE 1050 C RATED WIRE.
DETAIL A
POWER CORD
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
BLOWER
CORD
SWITCH
CONTROL
PANEL
DETAIL A
TO VALVE BRACKET
(GROUND)
GRN
VARIABLE
SPEED
CONTROL
ORG
TO VALVE
(RHEOSTAT)
BRN
BLACK
RED
ZIP TIES
PLUG INTO 120V
EXISTING OUTLET
POWER
CORD
DC REGULATOR
RECEPTACLE
VARIABLE SPEED
CONTROL
BLK
BLK
BLK
BLK
WHT
GRN
BLK
BLK
GRN
BLOWER
CORD
BLK
BLOWERS
BLOWER
RECEPTACLE
TEMPERATURE
SENSOR SWITCH
BLK
GRN
BLK
GRN
BLK
WHT
Figure 6. Fan Wiring Diagram - Metal Insert Without RC200/RC300
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2. Plug two cord assembly spade connectors together.
3. Unplug fan cord assembly from standard cord assembly.
9.0 Fan Wiring with Remote
This appliance may be used with an RC200 or RC300
remote control. See Figure 7.
4. Install fuse wire assembly in series between the black
lead wires of the fan cord and black lead wire on each
blower. See Figure 7.
1. Remove cord assembly spades from rheostat and
sensor switch.
5. Plug fan cord assembly into AUX300 module.
NOTICE: Fan speed and operation are controlled by the
remote control. The sensor switch and rheostat are no
longer needed.
6. Plug AUX300 module into the standard cord assembly.
NOTE: IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL
WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THE
APPLIANCE MUST BE REPLACED,
IT MUST BE REPLACED WITH TYPE
PLUG
1050 C RATED WIRE.
120V EXISTING
BLOWER
OUTLET
STEP 5
NOTE: USE ZIPTIES TO RESTRAIN
THE LOOSE WIRES UNDERNEATH
THE APPLIANCE AND KEEP THEM
AWAY FROM THE BLOWER WHEEL
(FAN BLADES).
STEPS
1 & 2
STEPS
3 & 5
SENSOR SWITCH
WHT (2)
GRN (2)
BLK (2)
BLK (2)
GRN (2)
BLK (2)
SPEED CONTROL
(RHEOSTAT)
NOTE: SENSOR SWITCH AND
RHEOSTATSPEED CONTROLMUST
BE REMOVED FROM CIRCUIT IF
SYSTEM IS CONTROLLED WITH
RC200/300 REMOTE.
PLUG INTO 120V
EXISTING OUTLET
BLK
GRN
WHT
GRN
BLK
DC REGULATOR
RECEPTICLE
BLK
BLOWERS
AUX 300 MODULE
FAN
FUSE WIRE
ASSEMBLY
TO CONTROL
MODULE
FUSE WIRE
ASSEMBLY
BLK
BLK
BLK
BLK
GRN
WHT
GRN
BLK
BLOWER
RECEPTICLE
Figure 7. Fan Wiring Diagram - Metal Insert with RC200/RC300 Remote
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10.0 INSTALLING THE BLOWER (FireBrick Inserts)
1. Remove appliance from wall.
2. Disconnect power by shutting off circuit breaker or
unplugging appliance power cord from its receptacle.
3. Remove access panel from lower rear of the fireplace
insert. See Figure 8.
4. Attach blower to base with two screws. See Figure
9. Connect white and green wires from blower wire
assembly to each blower. See Figure 9. Connect the
fuse wire assembly in series between black wires of
blower wire assembly and each blower. See Figure
10.
BLOWER
ACCESS PANEL
5. Insert plug from blower cable assembly into AUX300
receptacle. See Figure 10.
POWER CORD
6. Bundle and zip tie loose wires to keep them from con-
tacting blower impeller blades
Figure 8. Remove Access Panel
7. Position the right and left blower assembly into the rear
opening. Take care to ensure that blower housing or its
motor is clear of any adjacent metal. This will ensure
that no undue noise occurs during blower operation.
8. Reinstall access panel.
9. Reconnect power to the insert and install into wall.
Figure 9. Attach Blower to Base
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Note: if any of the original wire as
supplied with the appliance must
be replaced, it must be replaced
with type 105 °C rated wire.
PLUG TO
EXISTING
OUTLET
BLOWERS
Note: use zip ties to restrain
the loose wires underneath the
appliance and keep them away
from the blower wheel (fan blades).
PLUG INTO 120V
EXISTING OUTLET
BROWN
RED
BLACK
DC REGULATOR
RECEPTACLE
GROUND (TO VALVE BRACKET)
GREEN (TO VALVE)
ORANGE (TO VALVE)
BLK
WHT
GRN
BLK
BLK
GRN
BLK
BLOWERS
BLOWER
RECEPTACLE
FUSE WIRE
ASSEMBLY
BLK
FUSE WIRE
ASSEMBLY
BLK
GRN
WHT
BLK
GRN
BLK
Figure 10. Fan Wiring Diagram - FireBrick Inserts
Please contact your Hearth & Home Technologies dealer
with any questions or concerns.
Hearth & Home Technologies Inc.
7571 215th Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044
For the location of your nearest
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Hearth & Home Technologies dealer,
please visit www.fireside.com.
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