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Empire FBB-4 Variable-Speed Fireplace Blower with Temperature Switch
- Three-prong grounding plug
- Variable-speed blower with manual dial
- Improves efficiency of gas fireplaces and inserts
- Temperature switch automatically turns blower on and off
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Product Details
Part Number: FBB4 eFireplaceStore Item Number: CUI-FBB4 UPC: 720968916167 Features
Technical Specifications
*Also Note: This blower is only for use in certain Empire fireplaces and fireplace inserts. Always consult your user and install manuals for part numbers.  WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.You may find that your fireplace needs a little extra help heating your home. Fireplace blowers are an easy way to enhance the efficiency of your fireplace, and Empire has just the upgrade you need! This variable-speed fireplace fan fits many Empire models and installs without complicated hardware. The control knob allows you to determine how fast the blower turns, and the on/off temperature switch automatically engages once your fireplace generates a certain amount of heat. |
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Customer Questions & Answers
48 Questions &
48 Answers
Patrick
from Hayden, ID asked:
February 10, 2023
What replacement blower do you use on an empire gas fireplace blower model DVD36FP33N-3?
1 Answer
The FBB4 blower is the replacement blower for your model fireplace.
Submitted by:
Cody S.
on February 10, 2023
Juston K.
from Franklin, ID asked:
January 31, 2023
Is there a blower for an empire dvd36fp70n-3?
1 Answer
The FBB4 is the correct blower for you fireplace.
Submitted by:
Kathy O.
on February 1, 2023
Cory G.
January 30, 2023
Do you know if this is the correct blower for the Empire Fireplace DVD36FP? Is there a battery option for my fireplace if we lose power?
1 Answer
Th FBB4 is the correct blower for your fireplace. It does have a battery backup as well.
Submitted by:
Kathy O.
on January 31, 2023
Rick
from Watertown, SD asked:
March 6, 2022
How do I remove fan to clean or maintain due to increased noise?
1 Answer
The instructions for fan replacement are located in the installation manual for your fireplace and are model specific.
Submitted by:
Devon P.
on March 7, 2022
Rick
from Watertown, SD asked:
March 3, 2022
Can I get it without the temperature switch as I already have one?
1 Answer
This is not offered for sale with a temperature switch, but you could still likely utilize your existing switch if you'd prefer.
Submitted by:
Jason W.
on March 3, 2022
Ruck
from Watertown, SD asked:
December 16, 2021
Will it work for DVP36FP31N-5?
1 Answer
The manual for the unit model number does indeed list the FBB4 as the blower option for it.
Submitted by:
Jason W.
on December 17, 2021
Bob
from St. Paul, MN asked:
December 7, 2021
Will this FBB4 through a 2 3/4" access opening?
1 Answer
This blower will not fit as it measures, 4.30" x 9.7" x 3.6".
Submitted by:
Aaron D.
on December 8, 2021
James
from Springfield, IL asked:
November 3, 2021
Will this blower work with a model DVD36FP30N?
1 Answer
Yes, this blower is compatible with the DVD36FP30N fireplace.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 3, 2021
John
from Pennsylvania asked:
September 24, 2021
How does this work in conjunction with the wireless remote? Is the variable fan only adjustable with the dial?
1 Answer
When installed with the correct Empire fireplaces this burner is tested and listed for use with, the blower will operate independently of the fireplace and remote. The blower is powered on and the speed of the blower is indeed adjusted with the knob/rheostat switch, but a thermal snap switch incorporated in the blower circuitry will also cycle the blower on and off, reacting to surface temperatures where the thermal switch is located (held against the bottom surface of the combustion chamber via a clip incorporated in the valve bracket).
Submitted by:
Will M.
on September 24, 2021
David B
from Florida asked:
January 11, 2021
How is the speed/on/off regulated? Does it come with a wall mounted rheostat? Can I use a 120v dimmer switch?
1 Answer
This blower includes a variable speed switch. It could be wall mounted if an electrician provides wiring to extend it.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 11, 2021
Bernard
from Toledo, OH asked:
January 10, 2021
Will this fit the Breckinridge 32” vent free louvered model? If not, what variable speed blower ?
1 Answer
No. For the Breckenridge fireboxes, you can get the FBB5 single-speed blower and add the SCV1 variable speed switch.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 11, 2021
Mark M
from Wareham MA asked:
December 11, 2020
Will this blower work with a model DVD36FP30P-2?
1 Answer
Yes, that is the correct blower for that model of fireplace.
Submitted by:
Aaron D.
on December 11, 2020
James M
from NY asked:
December 9, 2020
How many watts does this blower draw?
1 Answer
This fan will operate on 110 volts and draws approximately 3 amps on start up, leveling out to 1.3 amps when running. Power draw is only 50 watts.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on December 9, 2020
Werner
from North Vancouver. BC asked:
November 29, 2020
Will this fan work on a DVCD32FP30N-1?
1 Answer
This will indeed work with the DVCD32FP30N-1.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on November 29, 2020
JP
from Maine asked:
November 28, 2020
Will this work for Empire VFHD-32R-1?
1 Answer
This would not be compatible.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on November 29, 2020
Gary
from Dover, NH asked:
November 13, 2020
Will this work for an Empire dvp30CA30MP-1 stove?
1 Answer
No, this blower will not work for your model.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 13, 2020
Jake
from Madison, NY asked:
November 3, 2020
Is this the correct blower for boulevard dvtl41?
1 Answer
No. The DVTL41 Boulevard models can use the FBB9 blower.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 4, 2020
Jeff C
from Pittsburgh, PA asked:
November 3, 2020
Can a blower be added after installation?
1 Answer
Yes, if an electrical outlet was installed under the fireplace during installation.
Submitted by:
Aaron D.
on November 4, 2020
Dan
from North west Indiana asked:
November 2, 2020
Is this the right blower for a DVX36FP33CLN-1?
1 Answer
Yes.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 3, 2020
Jared C
from MA asked:
October 31, 2020
Is this the right blower for a DVD36FP30P?
1 Answer
Yes, this is the correct blower. Your fireplace will need a 120V supply wired to it before installation.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 2, 2020
Steve M
from St. George, UT asked:
October 27, 2020
Can this be installed on the Luxor model MB-36 gas fireplace?
1 Answer
No, and, unfortunately, we are not a dealer of this brand and therefore do not have a blower available for your model.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 27, 2020
Terry H
from Sparta, GA asked:
October 5, 2020
I have a Napoleon F371581. Is this the right blower?
1 Answer
No, this blower is only suitable for use in select Empire fireplaces.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 6, 2020
Aaron S.
from Wichita, KS asked:
January 16, 2020
I have an Empire DVCD36FP30N-4 fireplace. Is this the correct blower?
1 Answer
Yes, this is the correct blower for your unit.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on January 16, 2020
Orville H.
from Olathe, KS asked:
January 5, 2020
Will this blower work with model DVP42FP70N-5?
1 Answer
Yes, this is the blower for the DVP42FP70N-5.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on January 6, 2020
Robert K.
from Midland, MI asked:
November 15, 2019
What is the CFM rating for this blower?
1 Answer
This blower has an output of 90 CFMs.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on November 15, 2019
Neal
from Wapakoneta, OH asked:
November 9, 2019
Is the FBB-4 a direct replacement for the FBB2A and FBB3A?
1 Answer
The FBB4 is a current blower used in many current Empire direct vent gas fireplaces. It does not appear either the FBB3A or FBB2A model is available any longer.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 11, 2019
John
October 16, 2019
Can the blower be installed with a variable speed wall switch?
1 Answer
This blower includes a variable speed switch which is typically mounted within the fireplace. However, it may be possible to have an electrician extend the wiring for a wall-mount application.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on October 16, 2019
Joseph B
from Susquehanna, PA asked:
March 1, 2019
Is an FBB5 unit an exact replacement for FBB4?
1 Answer
The FBB5 is a different blower than the FBB4.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on March 1, 2019
Terry M
from Big Bear Lake, CA asked:
February 26, 2019
Will this work with dvx36fp91ln-2?
1 Answer
This will indeed work with your unit.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on February 27, 2019
Kimberly
from Lafayette, IN asked:
February 24, 2019
Will this blower work with my DVCD32FP30 Fireplace? And will I need the additional wiring kit?
1 Answer
This will indeed work with the DVCD32FP30, and will not require the additional wiring kit.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on February 25, 2019
Jim M
from Norfolk, NE asked:
April 14, 2018
Will this fit my DVP42FP33n-1 fireplace?
1 Answer
Yes.
Submitted by:
Owen O.
on April 16, 2018
Al
from Carleton, MI asked:
January 17, 2018
Which thermostat do you recommend to go with this fan?
1 Answer
Here is the wall thermostat you can use.
Submitted by:
eFireplaceStore.com
on January 17, 2018
Jason P
from Lafayette, IN asked:
January 3, 2018
Would this blower fit DVD36FP70N-1?
1 Answer
This is indeed the listed blower for the DVD36FP70N-1.
Submitted by:
Will M.
on January 3, 2018
Jon
from Spokane, WA asked:
November 26, 2017
Will this fit empire model DVD36FP33N-1?
1 Answer
Yes, this is the correct blower for that unit.
Submitted by:
Owen
on November 27, 2017
Davd
from PA asked:
November 1, 2017
How many CFMs are output by the blower?
1 Answer
This blower has an output of 90 CFMs.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on November 2, 2017
Jason
from Dubuque, IA asked:
January 26, 2017
Will this blower work with the DVD36FP30N-1? How difficult is the install?
1 Answer
This blower is indeed compatible. It is not difficult to install provided you already have your unit hardwired for electric.
Submitted by:
Brennan W.
on January 26, 2017
Danielle
from Sandwich, IL asked:
September 21, 2016
Will the blower fit empire DVD36FP30N-2?
1 Answer
The FBB4 is indeed compatible with your Empire fireplace.
Submitted by:
Chris C.
on September 21, 2016
Barry
from Piscataway, NJ asked:
February 16, 2014
What is the temperature at which the blower turns itself on?
1 Answer
Per the manufacturer, the thermal switch is calibrated to activate at 120 degrees for this model.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on February 17, 2014
Tyler
from VA asked:
February 8, 2014
Does the variable control switch allow the fan to be cut off if the user did not want fan to run at all?
1 Answer
Yes. The rheostat has a fully off position that will bypass the thermal switch and keep the blower from operating, should you not want the additional circulation or noise.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on February 10, 2014
Matt
from Pittsburgh asked:
September 21, 2013
How much power is needed to run it?
1 Answer
This fan will operate on 110 volts and draws approximately 3 amps on start up, leveling out to 1.3 amps when running. Power draw is only 50 watts and as such, it could easily be powered by a backup power source.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on September 23, 2013
Russ
from Indianola, IA asked:
August 2, 2013
Does it come with the fan control, speed control knob and speed control parts?
1 Answer
This blower features both a temperature switch, a variable speed thermostat and the requisite wiring.
Submitted by:
Dawn H.
on August 2, 2013
Alan
from St. Charles, IL asked:
April 10, 2013
Will I need to install it myself or can I get it pre-installed?
1 Answer
Because of the damage that can occur to the relatively fragile blower cage, the blower must be installed on site. Installation of the blower is relatively straightforward and is covered in the included owner's manual.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on April 10, 2013
John
from Washington, DC. asked:
January 28, 2013
Is this compatible with a remote control?
1 Answer
Unfortunately, no. This blower can only be operated via a rheostat variable speed knob control.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - Fireplace Specialist
on January 28, 2013
Mitch
from TN asked:
January 23, 2013
Does this have a sonic rating at full CFM?
1 Answer
No, there is no sound rating for this blower at full speed.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - Fireplace Specialist
on January 23, 2013
John
from New Jersey asked:
December 17, 2012
Does this blower have a manual override?
1 Answer
While this blower does not have a factory default to override the temperature switch, it is possible to pull the input and output wires from the switch and connect them directly to one another. This would allow full manual control of the blower from the rheostat.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on December 17, 2012
Kyle
from Bedford, IN asked:
November 16, 2012
How noisy is this fan?
1 Answer
While this fan has a noticeable "hum," it is not overly noisy or distracting.
Submitted by:
Tyler M. - Fireplace Specialist
on November 16, 2012
jason
from Bay City, MI asked:
November 10, 2012
Is the extension wire kit required for standard installation?
1 Answer
Use of the wire extension kit will depend on the size of the unit being used. Typically, the 32-inch and larger direct vent and vent free fireplaces will require the extension kit in order for the blower to be positioned properly.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on November 12, 2012
karen
from Crestline, CA asked:
February 19, 2012
What are the dimensions of the blower?
1 Answer
Per the manufacturer, this blower measures approximately 4" deep, 4" tall, and 11" long.
Please keep in mind that this blower assembly is meant for installation in certain Empire fireplaces. While it may physically fit into other brands, it may not offer enough air movement to be effective.
Submitted by:
Collin C. - NFI Master Hearth Professional
on February 20, 2012
Customer Reviews
Review Summary
4.4
20 Reviews
5
65% (13)
4
25% (5)
3
0% (0)
2
5% (1)
1
5% (1)
75% Recommend this product (15 of 20 responses)
By Dave from
Carlsbad, nm on December 16, 2011
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Not a bad fan
This fan installed easily but with one exception. It needs to be installed before the gas line is installed. I did not see that helpful advice in the manual. I looked ahead and saw the limit of space before I installed the gas line.The fan is nice and quiet and the variable speed is great.
Quietness
ease of install
Variable speed
Install before gas line
By Bob from
Wichate, KS on October 30, 2020
I would recommend this item to a friend.
FBB-4
Just installed FBB-4 variable speed fireplace blower/temperature switch. It works great. l though it didn't work, it was on but and couldn't hear the fan turning. Heated front room fast... Happy with blower.
By Ed O. from
PA on November 6, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Blower is exactly as advertised and it works perfectly
I needed to replace the old fireplace blower because it was excessively noisy and I couldn't figure out any way to reduce the noise. The new blower works great and the installation was quite easy. Great product, great service.
Best price, fast delivery.
None
By Chris from
North branch, MI on August 9, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Works as it should
Magnets, it's held in with magnets and it works.
Easy install.
The temp switch could start at a lower temp. It takes a long time for the blower to start.
By Scott from
MIllbury, MA on January 25, 2018
I would recommend this item to a friend.
no issues
Comes with everything you need to just put it in place, plug it in and turn it on.
You don't need any tools.
Everything is held in place by magnets or pressure fitting (temp sensor)
You can hear it if you turn it up enough, but that is to be expected.
By Regis from
PA on October 5, 2017
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Temperature Switch
I just installed my gas fireplace.
By Allan from
MI on July 28, 2017
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Needed
The blower is excellent for our large area to be heated.
By Ken from
PA on June 27, 2017
Blower: Poor Quality
Don't expect more than 1 to 2 years from it. This is most likely the reason the Empire warranty is for 1 year.
Quiet.
Cheaply made.
By Alex from
Great Cacapon, WV on November 8, 2016
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Empire FBB-4 Blower
Installation was straightforward and the unit operates fine. Very pleased!
By Jared from
CARTERVILLE on October 27, 2016
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Great Blowing!
Great product for a great price!
Same great product with a better price tag!
None
By William from
Matthews on February 28, 2016
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Does exactly what it is supposed to do
Simple to install and very effective. Glad I purchased
Easy to Install
A little pricey...
By Charles from
Cypress on January 27, 2016
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Installation was easy
Fit perfect.
By Chris from
Pocatello, Idaho on July 17, 2015
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Fireplace Fan
Product is of very good quality and it installed easily.
By Dee from
Virginia on December 27, 2012
Does not work with the fireplace
The professional installers said the blower did not mount to gas log unit per instructions and it did not have the heat sensitive switch in a location that most blowers do. They had to figure out another way to install the blower. It makes a metal rattling noise when it is on. I thought it might be ok on low but after being on for awhile it started rattling on it own. If it wasn't a big problem to take it off (taking everything apart) I would return it. This was the blower recommended as an accessory for the fireplace I ordered. As beautiful as the fireplace it I sure wasted money on this item. The fireplace heats so nicely on it own it really wasn't needed.
Nothing.
Loud rattles when it is on.
By Jason from
bay city, michigan on December 14, 2012
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Blower
Installation wasn't bad, despite gas line already having been hooked up (our builder had the fireplace in and never added a blower). Only negative is the fan is a bit noisey at 3/4 to full power, has a vibration. I checked that it was secure to verify it was not due to placement but actually the fan itself as well. At least now I actually can utilize the heat from my fireplace! and the heat switch works great!
By Dale from
Caledonia, Ohio on November 2, 2012
I would recommend this item to a friend.
OK Unit
Makes a little ticking noise, But not bad
By Chris from
Pasadena, MD on December 1, 2011
I would recommend this item to a friend.
Empire FBB4 Fireplace Blower
Awesome, works great and distributes heat evenly throughout the room.
Serves its purpose and works well. Very quiet.
Nothing
By Frank from
on March 3, 2011
Review for
Didn't originally buy blower with the unit, so I ordered it after the fire place was installed. received the blower 3 days after I ordered it, with the magnetic anchors it took about 10 minutes to install. It's quiet and works great
By craig from
on January 21, 2011
Review for
Easy to install. Good price.
By dawn from
on December 23, 2010
Review for
excellent quiet
