Installation Guide

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THERMO- SAFETY FEATURE – RECEIVER (T/S –RX)
This SKYTECH remote control has a THERMO-SAFETY feature that is built into the system’s RECEIVER. This feature is temperature-
activated and provides an extra margin of safety when the RECEIVER is operating where ambient temperatures exceed 130
0
F degrees
inside the receiver case.
The THERMO-SAFETY feature, in the RECEIVER, operates in the following manner, when the appliance is in operation.
The receiver is thermally protected from extreme heat conditions. Heat can have negative effect on the operation of the receiver’s
microprocessors.
For REMOTE RECEIVERS that operate on BATTERY POWER, these heat conditions can cause batteries to discharge when
temperatures exceed 115
0
F . Studies show that alkaline batteries, when exposed to a constant temperature of 115
0
F, can lose up to
50% of their operating power. When the battery cools down, it will partially recharge itself, but constant heating and cooling will
reduce the battery’s normal life expectancy.
When the ambient temperature at the THERMISTOR, inside the receiver case, reaches 130
0
F, the THERMISTOR will automatically
shut the appliance down and the RECEIVER will begin emitting a series of 4 “beeps”, every 2 seconds. When the ambient
temperature, at the RECEIVER, drops between 120
0
F and 130
0
F, the user can reactivate the appliance by pushing the MODE
button on the transmitter. The word ON must display on the LCD screen. When the MODE button is pressed to ON, the
THERMISTOR “resets” itself and the fireplace will begin operating again. However, the “beeping” will continue, if the ambient
temperature remains between 120
0
F and 130
0
F. This “beeping” alerts the user that the RECEIVER should be repositioned so the
ambient temperature drops below 120
0
F.
When the temperature drops below 120
0
F, the “beeping” will cease, providing the user has “reset” the THERMISTOR by pushing the
MODE button to ON to operate the appliance, either manually or thermally. Allow sufficient time for the receiver to cool below 120
0
F,
and then press MODE
button to stop beeping.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
This remote control system must be installed exactly as outlined in these instructions. Read all instructions completely before
attempting installation. Follow instructions carefully during installation. Any modifications of the SKYTECH remote control or any of its
components will void the warranty and may pose a fire hazard.
Do not connect any gas valve or electronic module directly to 110-120VAC power. Consult gas appliance manufacturer’s instructions
and wiring schematics for proper placement of all wires. All electronic modules are to be wired to manufacturer’s specifications.
The following wiring diagrams are for illustration purpose only. Follow instructions from the manufacturer of the gas valve and/or
electronic module for correct wiring procedures. Improper installation of electric components can cause damage to the electronic
module, gas valve and remote receiver.
INSTALLATION
The remote receiver can be either wall-mounted in a standard plastic switch box or placed on or near the fireplace hearth. Preferably, the
remote receiver should be wall-mounted in a plastic switch box, as this will protect its electronic components from both the heat produced by
the gas appliance and potential damage or abuse that can occur if it is left exposed on the hearth. PROTECTION FROM EXTREME HEAT IS
VERY IMPORTANT. Like any piece of electronic equipment. the remote receiver should be kept away from temperatures exceeding 130
0
F
inside the receiver case. Battery life is also significantly shortened if batteries are exposed to high temperatures.
Make sure the remote receiver switch is in the OFF position. It is recommended that 18 gauge stranded or solid wires ( not included) be used
to make connections between the terminal wiring block on the millivolt gas valve or electronic module and the wire terminals on the remote
receiver. For the best results, use 18 gauge stranded or solid wire, with no splices and measuring no longer than 20 ft.