Heat & Glo RC-CON Installation and Operating Instructions

RC-CON Remote Control System

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- Installation and Operating Instructions -

Single-function wireless remote control system for operat
ing valves with on/off latching solenoids.

If you cannot read or understand these installation
instructions do not attempt to install or operate.

INTRODUCTION

This remote control system was developed to provide a
safe, reliable, and user-friendly remote control system for
gas heating appliances. The system is operated manu­ally from the transmitter. The system operates on radio
frequencies (RF) within a 20 foot range using non-direc­tional signals. The system operates on one of 255 se­curity codes that are programmed into the transmitter at
the factory; the remote receiver must learn the transmitter
code prior to initial use.

Review THERMO SAFETY SECTION under RECEIV­ER section. This high temperature safety feature shuts
down the appliance when a potentially unsafe condi
tion exists.

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Figure 1. Remote Transmitter

Transmitter

This remote control system offers the user a battery-oper­ated remote control to power an ON/OFF latching sole­noid such as those used with gas valves used in some
decorative gas logs, gas fireplaces and other gas heating
appliances.

The circuit uses the battery power from the receiver to op
erate a latching solenoid. The circuit has reversing polar­ity software which reverses the positive (+) and negative
(-) output of the receiver’s battery power to drive solenoid
(ON/OFF FLAME) or open/close. The system is controlled
by the remote transmitter (see Figure 1).

Printed in U.S.A. • InD • Copyright 2005
Hearth & Home Technologies Inc.
20802 Kensington Boulevard, Lakeville, MN 55044

The transmitter operates on a 12V battery made specifi­cally for remote controls and electronic lighters. Before
using the transmitter install the 12 volt (A-23) battery in
the battery compartment.

It is recommended that ALKALINE batteries always be

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used for longer battery life and maximum operational per

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formance.

The transmitter has ON and OFF functions that are acti

­vated by pressing either button on the face of the transmit­ter. When a button on the transmitter is pressed, a signal
light on the transmitter illuminates to verify that a signal
is being sent. Upon initial use, there may be a delay of
three seconds before the remote receiver will respond to
the transmitter. This is part of the system’s design. If the
signal light does not illuminate, check the position of the
transmitter’s battery.

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Power setting - RC-CON

REMOTE

ON

OFF

LEARN

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BATTERY COVER

SLIDES ON/OFF

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ACCESS HOLE

LEARNING

BUTTON

SLIDE

SWITCH

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REMOTE

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Functions

The electronics in the remote control system have the ca
pability of “powering” two different types of DC-powered
components. If any operational problems are noted con­tact Hearth & Home Technologies, Inc.

The RECEIVER comes from the factory programmed to
provide pulse DC voltage (5.5 VDC to 6.3 VDC) to a latch
ing solenoid.

Remote Receiver

IMPORTANT: The remote receiver should be positioned

where ambient temperatures do not exceed 130° F.

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1. With the slide switch in the REMOTE position, the sys

­tem will only operate if the remote receiver receives
commands from the transmitter. Upon initial use or af­ter an extended period of no use, the ON button may
have to be pressed for up to three seconds before
activating solenoid. If the system does not respond to

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the transmitter on initial use, see Matching Security
Codes.

2. With the slide in the OFF position, the system is off.

3. It is suggested that the slide switch be placed in the
OFF position if you will be away from your home for an
extended period of time. Placing the slide switch in the
OFF position also functions as a safety “lock out” by
both turning the system OFF and rendering the trans

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mitter inoperative.

Figure 2. Remote Receiver

The remote receiver (See Figure 2) operates on four 1.5V
AA-size batteries. It is recommended that ALKALINE bat­teries be used for longer battery life and maximum mi­croprocessor performance. IMPORTANT: New or fully
charged batteries are essential to proper operation of the
remote receiver as a latching solenoid power consump­tion is substantially higher than standard remote control
systems.

NOTE: The remote receiver will only respond to the trans­mitter when the 2-position slide button on the remote re­ceiver is in the REMOTE position. The remote receiver
houses the microprocessor that responds to commands
from the transmitter to control system operation.

Figure 3. Slide Switch

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

to 110-120VAC power. This will burn out the receiver.
Follow instructions from manufacturer of gas valve
for correct wiring procedures. Improper installation of
electric components can cause damage to gas valve
and remote receiver.

The remote receiver can be mounted on or near the fire
place hearth. PROTECTION FROM EXTREME HEAT IS
VERY IMPORTANT. Like any piece of electronic equip­ment, the remote receiver should be kept away from
temperatures exceeding 130º 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 posi
tion. For best results it is recommended that 18 gauge
stranded wires should be used to make connections and
should be no longer than 20 ft.

: Do not connect remote receiver directly

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