ZC lennox montecito fan/blower question

[Qtrhorse]

Long time lurker first time poster. So I have a Lennox Montecito zc fireplace, its about 9 years old. The blower/fan is hooked up so I can turn it off/on with a light switch, but my question is can I install a light dimmer switch to control the speed of the fan or does this particular model even have a variable speed motor? When the blower kicks on once temp of fireplace is achieved it can be a bit loud since the fireplace is in our family room where we watch tv and such. I would like to be able to turn the speed of the blower down during the times we are using the room but turn the speed up when room is not in use for the nights. Thank you for any replies and help.

 

[DAKSY]

I'd put a rheostat in place of the switch
& see what happens.
You've gotten 9 years out of that unit,
so why not? A lot blowers ARE controlled
by rheostats...

 

[begreen]

If you try this use a bathroom fan blower speed control instead of a light dimmer. A light dimmer reduces voltage which can overheat the motor. A Broan fan control is about $10.

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[Qtrhorse]

Thank you for reply. Do all blower motors have ability to adjust speed or do some have one speed only?