Computime RS, RCSITE TX User Manual

RCSITEA

Thermostatic On/Off, Flame Height Adjustment and Blower

Remote Control– 120VAC

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: The RCSITEA is only certified to be used on vented heater rated equipment.

This remote control system provides a safe, reliable and user-friendly remote control for millivolt valve gas
appliances, blower speed and flame height 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.

Please check the gas type of the unit to match the current

CONTENTS OF KIT

Description Qty

Transmitter 1
Battery Alkaline AAA (for Transmitter) 3
Receiver (Assembly) consists of : 1

Receiver Box

AC Adaptor for Receiver
SIT Stepper Motor 1
Slide Button-Black (On/RS/Off) 1
Wall Cover Plate-Black 1
Wire Nuts 2
Plug-In Wiring Assembly for SIT mV Valve– 22” Inches 1
Plug-In Wiring Assembly for SIT Hi/Lo Regulator – 10” Inches 1
Velcro (Loop and Hook) 1
Installation Instructions 1
#8 Screw for sheet metal, Black 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 with Blower Type Selection

• Three Flame Height Settings

• Programmable Timer to Turn Blower on and Off

• Child Proof Lock-out

• 16 Security Codes

• 6 hour Shut Down (Optional) on Receiver

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• Quick Disconnect Wiring Assembly

• Reset Button for transmitter

WARNING

Important Safety Information

• Read this manual thoroughly prior to installing, programming or operating any remote control.

• This remote control system is designed for use with a millivolt gas valve system with blower. Do not use

this remote control system on applications with voltages above 24 Volts AC/DC and 1 amp current.

• This remote control system requires three (3) “AAA” alkaline batteries to power the transmitter. The

receiver is powered by external AC Adapter.

• Wiring must conform to appliance requirement and building codes/ordinances as required by local and

national code authorities having jurisdiction.

• Do not short (or jumper) across the gas valve terminals to test the remote control installation. This could

damage the unit and void the warranty.

• This remote control system should only be used as described in this manual. Any other use is not

recommended and will void the warranty.

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

NOTE

accurate temperature readings to appear on the LCD display.

Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before installing or servicing. DO NOT connect
110-120 VAC wiring to the milli-volt gas control valve. The remote operator must be installed
exactly as outlined in these instructions. Read all instructions completely before attempting
installation. Follow instructions carefully during installation. Any modification of

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components will void the warranty and may cause a fire hazard.

Turn appliance OFF (at the appliance or remote receiver) if you are away from your house
for an extended period of time. Never leave anything on top of the surface of the transmitter.

WARNING

INSTALLATIONS

Remote Receiver:

The remote receiver may be installed in the appliance per the appliance homeowner’s manual. Refer to the
Homeowner’s Manual for special installation instructions. Failure to follow the installation instructions found

in the appropriate Homeowner’s Manual will void the warranty and may cause a fire hazard.

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This system comes with an 22 inch two-wire assembly labled “FOR MILLVOLT VALVE ONLY, TP/TH” and an
10 inch four-wire assembly labeled “SIT VALVE ONLY”. Insert the white terminals into the back of the receiver.
The terminal wire blocks can only be installed one way and do not force the terminal plugs into the receiver.

Connect the wiring terminal two (2) ¼” female spade terminals to the appliance valve and four-pin connector to SIT
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. For applications longer than 22 inches, use 18
gauge wire, 105ºC rated, with no splices. Connect to the two (2) 1/4“ female spade wiring terminals and wire can be
no longer than 20 feet.

Speed control module and thermal sensor must be removed before installing receiver and
applying the AC power. Failure to do so may cause the part damage and void the warranty.
Without removing the control module and thermal sensor, they and RCSTEB both will try to
operate the blower at the same and may cause unexpected blower operation or damage.

WARNING

Before connecting the blower with the receiver, always DISCONNECT SPEED CONTROL MODULE AND
THERMAL SENSOR from your fireplace if they exist as displayed in following diagram:

Connect the 30” long 18AWG wires labled “120VAC FAN ONLY” between receiver and blower as shown in the
follwing diagram as well.

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SIT mV Valve

Hi/Lo Regulator

STOP: Make sure 120VAC fan and SIT 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

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and cause possible fire hazard.

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