Blower heat switch recommendation?

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The Principal

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Nov 8, 2015
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Rhode Island
I have my wood stove in my fireplace area and the the blower is difficult to reach. I am looking for a recommendation for a thermal switch that I can plug the blower into for it to automatically kick on when the stove is up to temp and off when it cools. I am looking to avoid any re-wiring or moving the whole stove out to work on it. Currently I am reaching under the fireplace every time I want to turn the blower on. I did a forum search, but I had a hard time finding a relevant thread. Sorry if common question. Thanks.


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You are currently reaching under the stove, just add an extension cord with a switch in it is the simplest answer. If you want a thermostat, get a snap disc thermostat for a drier. They are cheap. Screw it to the side of the stove, cut the power wire to the fan and connect the snap disc. Minimal wiring that way.