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50D0096 Rev 0 Aug 2005 Page 1 of 10 Ambient Technologies

A Division Of

Monessen Hearth Systems

RCSTEB

Thermostatic On/Off and Blower Remote Control– 120VAC

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This remote control system provides a safe, reliable and user-friendly remote control for millivolt valve gas

appliances and blower speed adjustment. The system can be manually or thermostatically turned on and off with the

transmitter. Always check the appliance home owner’s manual for additional information, or warnings regarding

accessory installation before connecting this remote control system.

Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any parts are missing or damaged, immediately contact the

dealer from whom you purchased the kit or Ambient Technologies Technical Support at 1 800 398 6195. Do not

attempt to install any part of the kit unless all parts are in good condition. Please keep this booklet for future

reference.

CONTENTS OF KIT

Description Qty

Transmitter 1

Battery Alkaline AAA (for Transmitter) 3

Receiver (Assembly) consists of : 1

Receiver Box

AC Adaptor for Receiver

Slide Button-Black (On/RS/Off) 1

Wall Cover Plate-Black 1

Wire Nuts 2

Plug-In Wiring Assembly – 22” Inches 1

Velcro (Loop and Hook) 1

Installation Instructions 1

Screws (for fireplace system control covers) 2

FEATURES/SPECIFICATIONS

• Easy Access Thermostatic Control

• Battery Powered Transmitter

• Low battery Indication for Transmitter

• Compact 120 VAC Adapter with 30” wire

• Three Speed Control for Blower

• Programmable Timer to turn blower on and off

• Child Proof Lock-out

• 16 Security Codes

• 6 hour Shut Down (Optional)

• Quick Disconnect Wiring Assembly

• Reset Button

Summary of content (10 pages)

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RCSTEB Thermostatic On/Off and Blower Remote Control– 120VAC INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This remote control system provides a safe, reliable and user-friendly remote control for millivolt valve gas appliances and blower speed adjustment. The system can be manually or thermostatically turned on and off with the transmitter. Always check the appliance home owner’s manual for additional information, or warnings regarding accessory installation before connecting this remote control system.
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WARNING Important Safety Information • • • • • NOTE Due to the sensitive temperature monitoring components in the transmitter, it is necessary to allow the transmitter to stabilize to room temperature before accurate room temperatures are displayed. If the transmitter is activated from a severe cold condition, allow 15 minutes for accurate temperature readings to appear on the LCD. WARNING Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before installing or servicing.
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This system comes with an 22 inch wire assembly labled “MV VALVE”. Insert the white terminal into the back of the receiver. The terminal wire block can only be installed one way and do not force the terminal plug into the receiver. WARNING Connect the wiring terminal two (2) ¼” female spade terminals to the appliance valve. Refer to the appropriate Homeowner’s Manual for proper wiring connections to the appliance. Your appliance may have other options to connect wiring from receiver.
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Receiver MV Valve WARNING Blower STOP: Make sure 120VAC fan and MV valve are correct. If not wired correctly, this could cause damage to receiver. Make sure that the wires do not contact the appliances any place other than at the terminals. Exposure to temperatures higher than 105C (250ºF) may cause the receiver to malfunction and cause possible fire hazard. Battery Door Tab Remote Transmitter: Installing Batteries: The remote transmitter uses three (3) “AAA”- size batteries. To install batteries, 1.
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Setting Privacy (DIP) Switch on Receiver and Transmitter: The remote receiver and transmitter privacy (DIP) switches are preset at the factory. In the event of activation or interference from other nearby transmissions, reset the code using the following procedure: 1. Slide the code switches on the transmitter and receiver to your choice of ON or OFF position. Switches #1, #2, #3 and #4 are preset to “ON” for both the transmitter and receiver. 2.
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OPERATIONS Transmitter: General: The RCSTEB Remote Control has two (2) operating modes: Manual and Thermostatic. The control system can be set to temperature ranges between 45°F and 90°F. The blower speed can be adjusted in either the manual and thermostatic mode. The transmitter will operate the remote receiver from 1foot to a maximum of 30 feet. The distance is reduced when batteries are low or when the receiver is inside a metal enclosure. Initial start up: 1.
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3-Speed Bower Control: 1. 2. 3. 4. Press FAN button once to enter blower speed setup mode at low speed initially and one of the three blade icon will display darken on LCD. Continue to press FAN button to set up the blower speed you desire. If there is no input within 3 seconds, the new setting will be transmitted to receiver. If fireplace is on, the blower speed will take effect right away; if fireplace is off, the receiver will remember this setting and blower is still off.
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Transmitter Thermal Shutdown: 1. If transmitter measures a room temperature exceeding 99 degrees Fahrenheit, the LCD will display "HI" and the transmitter will turn off the appliance. 2. Transmitter will not function until the room temperature has dropped below 99 degree Fahrenheit. If transmitter measures a room temperature less than 40 degrees Fahrenheit, the LCD will display “LO” and NO SIGNAL will be sent to turn on the appliance. Receiver: Slide Switch: 1. 2. 3.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom 1. Battery icon on LCD on transmitter. 2. LCD display is blank 3. LCD display shows “funny” display 4. Appliance does not come on. Causes 1. Low Battery 1. Wiring / Electrical Connections 2. Privacy (DIP) switch setting on transmitter does not match receiver 3. Transmitter measures temperature exceeding 99 degrees Fahrenheit and shows “HI” on LCD 5. Receiver cannot receive signal. 6. Blower is not on after the fireplace is turned on 4.
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WARRANTY This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province. Answers to any questions regarding our limited warranty may be obtained by writing our corporate offices. Ambient Technologies warrants each new Ambient Technologies remote control against any defects that are due to faulty material or workmanship to the original owner, for a period of five years after the original date of purchase.