Electrical Outlet For Gas Fireplace Insert

Most of those gas insert type fireplaces i have done have had a receptacle built right in.

Electrical outlet for gas fireplace insert.

You have to decide how you will switch the fan and the flame. First there was a wire behind the fireplace that went to two separate outlets next to the fireplace one on the left and one on the right. I have replaced a few standard wall outlets and was thinking of doing this one myself too but i am not sure if i need a special outlet or if it is just the big box store trying to up sell. Considerations for fireplace outlet wiring electrical question.

For flat panel tvs not for use with crt tvs sturdy hardwood construction durable brown oak finish cabinets store your media and gaming accessories console requires assembly 23 in. I added an electrical outlet above my fireplace and came across some concerns. The outlet under our gas fireplace that runs the blower fan has a short in it and needs to be replaced. If you have an older gas fireplace insert it likely does not need electrical hook up since the pilot light is probably lit and at the ready at all times.

However more recently built inserts have an energy conscious design with an intermittent ignition system which means electricity is used through a remote control system to spark the pilot flame each time you want to use your fireplace. Gas fireplaces use between 7 000 and 16 000 btus are between 70 and 90 efficient at converting energy to heat and cost around 60a year to run. The infrared quartz heat helps to maintain the natural humidity in the air resulting in comfortable heat that doesn t dry out the room s air. With big flames and classic styling the supreme gas fireplace insert gives your old cold fireplace a beautiful makeover.

Outlet for fireplace insert. Most folks these days leave the receptacle unswitched and use a remote for the flame and leave the fan controlled by the flame. The average 120v outlet will produce just over 5000 btus which can warm up about 500 square feet. To add warmth and inviting ambiance to your to add warmth and inviting ambiance to your home add this 23 infrared quartz electric fireplace insert to your mantel or tv stand.

Electric fireplaces have an output that is based on the electric current. Electric fireplace insert 1 400 watt 4 600 btus of coil heat realistic logs and embers easy set up plugs into standard 120 volt 60 hz electrical outlet. You just run a wire into the back of the box at the provided knock out.