How To Install Speed Control for Fireplace Blower - Midwest Hearth

A quick video that shows how to install a Midwest Hearth speed controller to your fireplace or stove's blower fan.
Interested in this speed control? You can buy one here: midwesthearth.com/collections...
Specifications:
• AC speed control for fireplace fans, stove fans, and more.
• 115 Volts, 3.0 Amp.
• Complete kit includes the rheostat, knob, and mounting nut.
• True OFF/ON (speed) operation.
Dimensions:
• Rheostat measures 1-5/8" square (4cm) by 1" deep (2.5cm).
• Knob is 1-1/4" round (1.5cm).
• When completely assembled, the unit measures from the back of rheostat to the front of the knob 2" (5cm).
• 6" long lead wires.

[@rickgripman3138]

I installed a new rheostat but only have one speed, I put both wires from the rheostat on both black wires but only can get one speed

[@owendean1616]

Will a rheostat work to increase fan speed on pelletstove that is controlled by a computer board? The pellet stove has to be set at highest heat setting to blow a little, thus burning up wood pellets unnecessarily...thanks for your time and I await a reply before I slap on a rheostat.

[@midwesthearth7616]

A rheostat will only decrease the speed of a fan. The "highest" setting on a rheostat will be equivalent to the speed if you wired the fan direct.

[@rickyp77]

Was there a red wire on your blower? I have the same blower but I have a red wire..

[@midwesthearth7616]

Regardless of wire colors, you want to interrupt the power wire with the speed controller.