Getting Started
- Welcome to FireBoard
- FireBoard Account & App Download
- Activate Your FireBoard
- Account & Activation FAQ
Bluetooth
- Specifications
- Connect to Bluetooth
- Bluetooth FAQ
WiFi
- Connect to WiFi
- WiFi FAQ
FireBoard App & Cloud
- Introduction
- Dashboard
- Sessions
- Alerts
- FireBoard Analyze™
- Advanced Settings
- Voice Control Devices
- FireBoard Cloud API
- FireBoard App & Cloud FAQ
FireBoard 2 Series
- Operations
- Screen Views
- Probes
- Device Specifications
- FBX2 Series FAQ
FireBoard Spark
- Operation
- Menu Options
- AutoHold
- Power Management
- Firmware
- Device Specifications
FireBoard (FBX11)
- FBX11 Operations
- FBX11 Screen Views
- FBX11 Probes
- FBX11 Specifications
- FBX11 FAQ
Yoder ACS Controller
- FireBoard + Yoder
- Yoder FAQ
Drive Operations
- Drive Basics
- Drive Fan Cable
- Compatible Fans
- Drive Blower
- Fan Installation
- Powering Your Fan
- Using a Fan with Fire
- Drive Programs
- Drive Settings
- Drive FAQ
Probes
- Probe Types
- Dimensions
- Accuracy
- Calibration
- Probe Care & Maintenance
- Probe FAQ
Troubleshooting
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Power Test
- Battery
- Diagnostics & Log Files
- Repairs & Warranty
- Factory Reset
- Water Damage
Beta
- FireBoard Beta Program
Fan Installation
Installation of your fan may require some ingenuity due to the wide variety of set-ups available. We’ve addressed two of the popular styles below.
The door on the blower may closed to restrict the air flow when the fan is off; even at 0% speed, air can travel through the fan blower assembly and into the smoker.
For the FireBoard Drive Blower, you can measure the vent on your grill/smoker to determine if it will fit as is, with one of the included adapter plates, or if the nozzle or ball valve adapter is needed.
We continue to update the FireBoard Blower Compatibility Chart with new styles of cookers.
Kamado Style
On most kamado style cookers, fans slide into the tracks of the vent door. If your kamado is a larger model, you may need to use an adapter plate to get the right fit. Depending on the fan or size of your kamado, you may need to go one step further and slightly trim the adapter plate for the best installation.
Our Drive Blower fits standard sized kamado cookers with vents that are 2.5” tall.
Kettle and Bullet Style
Kettle and bullet style smokers without a vent may require cutting a hole in the lower portion of the smoker for proper fan installation. For these smokers, it is key for the air flow to be diverted downward, flowing around the base then back up into the bed of coals.
The nozzle adapter allows for the FireBoard Drive Blower to be mounted on this style of grill or smoker.
Several manufacturers also offer fans and adapter kits to fit kettle and bullet style smokers: just make sure they are compatible.
Drum and Barrel Style
A drum or barrel style smoker will likely need the ball valve adapter.