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    marshallzulu Posts: 9, Reputation: 2
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    Nov 10, 2005, 08:14 AM
    Gas Fireplace thermostat
    In my family room I have a Heatilator gas fireplace that came with a three wired remote switch which allows one to turn off and on manually as well as turn the system on/off depending on temperature setting. The problem with this system is that the fireplace will turn on/off at any time the temperature drops, however, during the night I do not need the fireplace to turn on in my family room. Therefore, I always have to turn the unit off during the night. However, I do want the room to be heated in the morning so I have to turn it on and wait a while for the room to be comfortable.
    Does anyone know of a thermostat similar to the one I use for the hotwater boiler that can be programmed for different time and temperature settings during the week that will work with fireplace and the three wire connection?
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    Nov 10, 2005, 08:57 AM
    Likely it can be done, but to help I need many more details. What controls the fireplace turning on/off, and what does it do, fan, gas? Is there already a 24 volt transformer?
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    Feb 1, 2011, 02:30 PM
    I took a standard digital thermostat and hooked up the red wire from my gas valve to the rh terminal and the white wire to the w terminal and the thermostat controls my fire gas fire place just fine. Keep in mind I don't have a fan or any other gizmo's on my standard gas fireplace. Hope this helps
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