jon102034050 Posted May 11, 2016 Posted May 11, 2016 So, I've got a new house that was built ~1yr ago, and I have a couple fireplaces that are controller either by a wall switch, or a remote. I'd like to know if I can replace this wall switch with a cooper aspire zwave switch to control this. Has anybody done this before? It seems like it's a regular switch, but I haven't fully pulled it out of the wall just yet. https://goo.gl/photos/capL28soqDBAYhQF8 Thanks!
Scottmichaelj Posted May 11, 2016 Posted May 11, 2016 So, I've got a new house that was built ~1yr ago, and I have a couple fireplaces that are controller either by a wall switch, or a remote. I'd like to know if I can replace this wall switch with a cooper aspire zwave switch to control this. Has anybody done this before? It seems like it's a regular switch, but I haven't fully pulled it out of the wall just yet. https://goo.gl/photos/capL28soqDBAYhQF8 Thanks! Most fireplace switches are only a way to complete the circuit loop. If you were to take off the switch I am sure you will only see a two-wire phone cable. There is usually no power run to the box. You best bet is an IOLInk plugged under the fireplace and when the switch is on it turns on and visa versa or controlled via a remote. I have mine with a safety where if the switch is up/on then the IOLink will turn on via a remote, if switch is down/off then the IOLink won't turn on. I think if you search the forums there are topics on this already. Hope this helps.
jon102034050 Posted May 11, 2016 Author Posted May 11, 2016 Most fireplace switches are only a way to complete the circuit loop. If you were to take off the switch I am sure you will only see a two-wire phone cable. There is usually no power run to the box. You best bet is an IOLInk plugged under the fireplace and when the switch is on it turns on and visa versa or controlled via a remote. I have mine with a safety where if the switch is up/on then the IOLink will turn on via a remote, if switch is down/off then the IOLink won't turn on. I think if you search the forums there are topics on this already. Hope this helps. Thanks Scott! It looks like you're correct: https://goo.gl/photos/NrGzE8F7RVZ72SsK6 I tried searching on this, but apparently I suck at it :/
Scottmichaelj Posted May 11, 2016 Posted May 11, 2016 Thanks Scott! It looks like you're correct: https://goo.gl/photos/NrGzE8F7RVZ72SsK6 I tried searching on this, but apparently I suck at it :/ Don't worry about it. But now you see what I am trying to explain. Glad I could help.
GaryWright Posted June 8, 2016 Posted June 8, 2016 Yes you can replace wall switch with a cooper aspire zwave switch. My neighbor recently done this.
apostolakisl Posted June 8, 2016 Posted June 8, 2016 Seems a little risky to have home automation control a fire. I wouldn't do it.
G W Posted June 8, 2016 Posted June 8, 2016 Seems a little risky to have home automation control a fire. I wouldn't do it.I've had mine on Insteon for over three years. I have a program set up to make sure it doesn't run for more than 15 minutes. Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk
stusviews Posted June 8, 2016 Posted June 8, 2016 Our fireplace has been Insteon controlled since the inception of Insteon. It's a fireplace, not a fire!
apostolakisl Posted June 9, 2016 Posted June 9, 2016 I could say I've played Russian roulette 3 times and I didn't shoot myself, so it must be OK. This forum is replete with HA events that are unexpected and/or unexplained. That might be fine with a light bulb, but not a fire. Fire's (in fireplaces) must be attended to at all times and HA opens the distinct possibility that a fire could turn on when on not attended to. I honestly don't understand why you would even want a fireplace on HA since the only reason to have a fire is to look at it and if you are there to look at it, why not use the UL approved device for turning it on and off since you are right there. You might also consider talking with your insurance company and local code. I would venture to guess that this is not allowed by code and that your insurance company might deny a claim should one occur.
G W Posted June 9, 2016 Posted June 9, 2016 My fireplace supplies heat for the house. I think I know better about my system than you do. Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk
stusviews Posted June 9, 2016 Posted June 9, 2016 Both our fireplaces are primarily for heat and they look great, too. Low cost fireplace installations usually include a wall switch, but more upscale fireplaces include a remote and/or thermostat, many controllable using a smartphone. Fire codes have not indicated that such control is unsafe. Older wood-burning fireplaces with exposed fires are not remote controllable.
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