Heat & Glo RC-SMART-II Installation and Operating Instructions

RC-SMART-II Remote Control Kits

- Installation and Operating Instructions -

INTRODUCTION

The remote control system can be operated manually
from the transmitter. The system operates on radio fre­quencies (RF) within a 20 foot range. Can be used with
DSI, IPI or Standing Pilot systems.

This remote control kit has a hand held transmitter that
can be used as a remote on/off or in series with a sepa­rate thermostat. The transmitter display shows the cur­rent room temperature, low battery indicator and burner/
valve operation. Electrical ratings for the receiver are:
1 10 VAC, 60 Hz.

If pertinent, see additional fireplace wiring diagrams on
pages 7 to 9.

INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

This remote control kit is tested and safe when installed
in accordance with this installation manual. Installa­tion of this kit MUST be done by a qualified service
technician. It is the responsibility of the installer to read
all instructions before starting installation and to follow
these instructions carefully during installation. Modifi­cation of the remote control system or any of its com­ponents will void the warranty and may cause a fire
hazard.

FCC REQUIREMENTS

WARNING: CHANGES OR MODIFICA TIONS TO
THIS UNIT NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY
THE P ARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE
COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO
OPERA TE THE EQUIPMENT .

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to

comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pur­suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harm­ful interference in a residential installation. This equip­ment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guaran­tee that interference will not occur in a particular instal­lation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer­ence to radio or television reception, which can be de­termined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV tech­nician for help.

NOTE: The factory installed junction box in the
gas fireplace must be wired with 110 VAC before
installing this kit. See Installation Instructions sec­tion.

CAUTION: All wiring should be done by a qualified

electrician and shall be in compliance with local codes
and with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA No.
70-current (in the United States), or with the current
CSA C22.1 Canadian Electric Code (in Canada).

WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT 110-120 VAC
WIRING TO THE GAS CONTROL VALVE OF
THIS APPLIANCE.

Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2006,
Hearth & Home Technologies Inc.
20802 Kensington Boulevard, Lakeville, MN 55044

Canadian Equipment Requirements

This digital apparatus does not exceed the (Class A/
Class B)* limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations
of the Canadian Department of Communications. Le
present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits
radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux
appareils numeriques (de la class A/de la class B)*
prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage
radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communi­cations du Canada.

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry and Sci­ence Canada. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, in­cluding interference that may cause undesired opera­tion of the device.

100-905D 2/06

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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REMOTE RECEIVER

Installing Electrical Service to the Junction Box

WARNING: TURN ELECTRICAL POWER OFF
A T THE CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGIN­NING THIS INST ALLA TION.

NOTE: Some appliances do not have a cover plate.

Instead, there is a hole through which the Romex clamp
is attached to the outer wrap.

1. Remove the electrical cover plate from the lower
side of the fireplace. Remove the knock-out from
the plate and attach the Romex clamp (screws to
the outside) (see Figure 1).

ACCESS HOLE

110 VAC
SERVICE

Important: The remote receiver should be posi­tioned close to front in right or left corner where
ambient temperatures do not exceed 1700 F.

The remote receiver is powered by 1 10-120VAC. It plugs
into a standard polarized duplex receptacle.

Locating Receiver and Operating Functions

This remote receiver can be positioned under the fire­box in the control compartment of the fireplace if ambi­ent temperatures do not exceed 170

0

F . This system is

designed to remotely operate the gas valve.

RECEIVER WIRING INSTRUCTIONS

Incorrect wiring connections WILL cause damage to the
gas valve or electronic module operating the gas appli­ance and may also damage the remote receiver.

Wiring Millivolt Standing Pilot Valves

Connect the remote receiver by connecting each of the
two wires leading from the remote receiver to either of
the two wire TH terminals on the gas valve (see Fig­ure 2). Normally it does not matter which wires go to
which terminal.

COVER

Figure 1

PLATE

2. Feed the electrical service wires through the Romex
clamp and secure the wires to the clamp.

3. Using the wire nuts provided, connect the service
wires to the junction box. The black wires to the
black service wire, the white wires to the white ser­vice wire, and the service ground wire to the ground
stud of the junction box.

4. Re-attach the cover plate to the outside of the fire­place.

WARNING: LEA VE ELECTRICAL POWER OFF
A T THIS TIME. DO NOT RESTORE POWER UN­TIL THE REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM IS COM­PLETEL Y INST ALLED.

REMOTE

RECEIVER

ON/OFF
SWITCH REMOTE SWITCH

Figure 2. Wiring Millivolt Valves

BROWN

RED

PIGTAIL

WALL

SWITCH

D
E
R

D
E
R

TH
TP

TH

ALVE

TP

Alternative Wiring for units with a wall switch

Disconnect the wall switch wire from the TH terminal on
the valve and connect this wire to male connector sup­plied on the receiver. Connect remaining female con­nector from receiver to the TH terminal on the valve.

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Choosing Remote Control or Thermostatic Opera­tion (with a wall thermostat wired in series)

T o operate appliance with a WALL THERMOST A T only:

The slide switch on the remote receiver must be in
the ON position. To operate the system by remote
control again, return the slide switch on the remote
receiver to the REMOTE position and set the wall
thermostat ON or at a high-heat setting.

The remote receiver has a 3-position slide switch: OFF/
REMOTE/ON (see Figure 3).

ANTENNA

LEARNING

BUTTON

TRANSMITTER

Important: Before operating remote control, trans­mitter and receiver must have matching security
codes. See section ‘Matching Security Codes’.

Important: Review Communication-Safety Features’

under ‘Transmitter Safety Features’ section. This safety
feature shuts down the fireplace system when a poten­tially unsafe condition exists.

Important: Review ‘Auto Shutdown’ section. This
safety feature shuts down the fireplace after 9 hours of
continuous operation, in ON mode only .

Important: New or fully charged batteries are essen­tial for proper operation of the multi-function transmit­ter. The transmitter operates on 2 AAA-size 1.5V bat­teries. Use Alkaline batteries for longer battery life and
maximum operational performance.

SLIDE

SWITCH

Figure 3. Remote Receiver

OFF
REMOTE
ON

NOTE: The remote receiver will only respond to
the transmitter when the 3-position slide button on
the remote receiver is in the Remote position. If
the system does not respond to the transmitter on
initial use, see section Matching Security Codes.

1. With the slide switch in the ON position, the system
is on.

2. With the slide switch in the REMOTE position, the
system only operates if the remote receiver receives
commands from the transmitter.

3. With the slide switch in the OFF position, the system
is off.

Insert 2 AAA-size 1.5V batteries into the battery com­partment on the back of the transmitter . When the bat­teries are correctly inserted, the screen will display
numbers (see Figure 4 for LCD Display Screen).

TRANSMITTER

LCD DISPLAY SCREEN

NOTE: The slide switch should be placed in the OFF

position if you will be away from your home for an ex­tended period of time. Placing the switch in the OFF
position also functions as a safety “lock out” by turning
the system off and rendering the remote receiver inop­erative.

1. ROOM TEMP - Current room temperature.

0

F - Degrees Fahrenheit (0C indicates degrees Celsius).

2.

3. FLAME - Indicates burner/valve operational.

4. LOW - Battery power low. Replace batteries within two weeks.

Figure 4. Transmitter LCD Display Screen

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NOTE: If the transmitter is activated from a very cold
condition it may be necessary to allow the transmitter
to stabilize to room temperature (could take up to 15
minutes) before accurate room temperatures are dis­played on the screen.

NOTE: LCD screen is equipped with a “backlite” for
easier viewing of LCD screen. Backlite illuminates when
a function button is depressed. After 5 seconds elap ses,
LCD screen will return to its normal state.

MATCHING SECURITY CODES

It may be necessary to program the remote receiver to
the security code of the transmitter upon initial use, if
batteries are replaced, or if a replacement transmitter
is purchased from your dealer. T o program the remote
receiver:

1. Set the slide button on the receiver to the REMOTE

position.

2. Push the LEARN button (one beep will be heard) on

the top of the remote receiver.

3. Then press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter.

Several beeps indicate the transmitter’s code has
been programmed into the receiver . When an exist­ing receiver is matched to a new transmitter, the
new security code will overwrite the old one. NOTE:
When the LEARN button is depressed, “beeping”
sounds should be heard. If no “beeping” is heard
check to see that the receiver has 110-120VAC
power to it.

If you are unsuccessful in matching the security code
on the first attempt, wait 1-2 minutes before trying again.

Room Temperature

The room temperature is displayed in either 0F or 0C.
The transmitter should be kept away from direct sources

of heat such as fireplaces, incandescent lighting and
direct sunlight. Leaving the transmitter in direct sun­light, for example, will cause it to read the room tem­perature higher than it actually is.

Figure 5. Setting Button/Child Proof Lockout

Fireplace Control - ON/OFF

The flame icon will display on the LCD screen (see
Figure 4 Location #3) when the ON/OFF button has
been pushed and the fireplace is ON. The flame icon
will disappear when the ON/OFF button is pushed again
and the fireplace is off.

Setting 0F/0C Scale

The factory setting for temperature is degrees Fahrenheit
(0F). T o change this setting to degrees Centigrade (0C):

1. Remove the battery cover on the back of the trans-

mitter and locate the “setting button” at the top cen­ter of battery compartment (see Figure 5).

2. Push setting button and 0F will begin flashing on the

LCD screen (see Figure 4, Location #2).

3. Push the ON/OFF button on the transmitter to

change 0F to 0C.

4. Push “setting button” on transmitter and Centigrade

(0C) degree readings will display on LCD screen.

5. Repeat this process to change back to Fahrenheit

(0F) reading. NOTE: LCD screen will return to nor-
mal state if setting button is not pushed within 15
seconds.

Low/Battery Indicator

An “X” outlined by a battery (see Figure 4, Location #4)
on the left side of the LCD screen will appear when
battery power has dropped significantly. At this time,
approximately two weeks of battery power remains.

Child Proof Lockout (CP)

The transmitter contains a “Child Proof” lockout feature
that prevents unauthorized use of the remote control.
To access the “Child Proof” activation button, remove
cover on BACK of transmitter. To activate LOCKOUT :

1. Press and hold in the “setting button” for 5 sec­onds. The letters CP will display on the LCD screen
(see Figure 7). This prevents the activation of fire­place. When ON/OFF button is pressed, the let­ters CP will display on the LCD screen.

T o deactivate LOCKOUT :

1. Press and hold in the “setting button” for 5 sec­onds. The LCD will display CP until 5 seconds have
elapsed, and then the LCD screen will return to its
normal state.

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TRANSMITTER SAFETY FEATURES

It is recommended that the TRANSMITTERS always be
located within a 20 foot operating range of the fireplace,
preferably in the same room in which the fireplace sys­tem is located. The TRANSMITTER features several
safety features that alert the user when the TRANSMIT ­TER is placed outside the 20 foot normal operating range.

Communication-Safety Feature

This remote control has a COMMUNICA TION-SAFETY
function built into its software. It provides an extra mar­gin of safety when the TRANSMITTER is out of the nor­mal 20 foot operating range of the receiver.

In the COMMUNICA TION-SAFETY feature, at
and in all OPERA TING MODES the transmitter sends a
signal every fifteen (15) minutes to the receiver, indicat­ing that the transmitter is within the normal operating
range of 20 feet.

Should the receiver NOT receive a transmitter signal every
15 minutes, the RECEIVER will begin a 2 HOUR (120
minute) countdown timing function. If during this 2 hour
period, the receiver does not receive a signal from the trans­mitter, the RECEIVER will shut down the fireplace being
controlled by the receiver. The RECEIVER will then emit a
series of rapid “beeps”. Then, after 10 rapid “beeps”, the
RECEIVER will continue to emit a single “beep” every 4
seconds until a transmitter signal is again received. The
intermittent 4 second beeping will go on indefinitely until
reset.

T o “reset” the RECEIVER and operate the fireplace system:

1. Press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter. The
COMMUNICA TION -SAFETY operation is overridden
and the system will return to normal operation.

Auto Shutdown

This remote control has an Auto Shut down feature in­corporated into its system. When the transmitter is
operating the fireplace, it will continuously operate for 9
hours. After 9 hours, the fireplace will shut down. To
relight the fireplace:

1. Press the ON/OFF button. The Auto Shutdown sig­nal comes from the transmitter. The transmitter must
be positioned within a 20 foot operating range for the
Auto Shutdown feature to operate.

all times

SYSTEM CHECK

Millivolt Valves

Light the appliance following the lighting instructions
that came with the fireplace. Confirm that the pilot flame
is on. It must be in operation for the main gas valve to
operate.

1. Slide the 3-position button on the remote receiver to
the ON position. The main gas flame (i.e., the fire)
should ignite.

2. Slide the button to OFF . The flame should extinguish
(the pilot flame will remain on).

3. Slide the button to REMOTE (the center position),
then press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter to
change the system to ON. The main gas flame should
ignite.

4. Press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter to
change the system to OFF . The flame should extin­guish (the pilot flame will remain on).

IPI/DSI System

1. Slide the 3-position button on the remote receiver to
the ON position. The spark electrode should begin
sparking to ignite the pilot (the pilot may ignite after
only one spark). Af ter the pilot flame is lit, the main
gas valve should open and the main gas flame should
ignite.

2. Slide the button to OFF. The main gas flame and
pilot flame should BOTH extinguish.

3. Slide the button to REMOTE (the center position).

4. Then press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter to
change the system to ON. The spark electrode
should begin sparking to ignite the pilot. After the
pilot is lit, the main gas valve should open and the
main gas flame should ignite.

5. Press the ON/OFF button on the transmitter to OFF .
The main gas flame and pilot flame should BOTH
extinguish.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Transmitter Wall Bracket

The transmitter can be hung on a wall using the bracket
provided. If the bracket is installed on a solid wood wall,
drill 1/8” pilot holes and install with the screws provided.
If it is installed on a plaster/wallboard wall, first drill two
1/4” holes into the wall, then use a hammer to tap in the
two plastic wall anchors flush with the wall, then install
the screws provided.

Battery Life

Life expectancy of the alkaline batteries in the transmit­ter should be at least 12 months. Check batteries an­nually . When the transmitter no longer operates the re­mote receiver from a distance it did previously (i.e., the
transmitter’s range has decreased) the batteries should
be checked.

Limited Warranty

Specifications

Batteries: Transmitter - 3V 2 ea.; AAA 1.5V, Alkaline

Remote - 1 10-120 VAC; 60Hz
Operating Frequency: 303.8 MHZ
FCC ID No.’s: Transmitter - K9L300ITX

Receiver - K9L3003RX

Canadian ISC ID No.’s:

Transmitter - 2439 102 760
Receiver - 2439 102 760A

Service Parts List

DESCRIPTION SERVICE PART NO.

TRANSMITTER WALL HOLDER HTI-16-003
BATTERIES-TRANSMITTER HTI-14-003
RECEIVER HTI-13-003
TRANSM ITTER (RC -Smart -HNG) HTI-12-00 3 - HNG
TRANSMITTER (RC-Smart-HTL) HTI-12-003-HTL
HA RDWA RE PAC KA G E HTI-11-0 03

This REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM is warranted
for 12 months from the date of purchase or instal­lation to the original purchaser to be free from de­fects in materials and workmanship. Damage to
the SYSTEM caused by accident, misuse, abuse,
or installation error whether performed by a con­tractor, service comp any , or owner, is not covered
by this warranty . Seller will not be responsible for
labor charges and/or damage incurred in installa­tion, repair , replacement or for incidental or con-

sequential damages. Batteries and any damage
caused by them are not covered by this warranty .

Some states, provinces, and nations do not allow
exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequen­tial damages, so the above limitations or exclu­sions may not apply . This warranty gives you spe­cific legal rights. You may have other rights that
vary by state, province or nation.

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IGNITION MODULE 3 VAC INTERMITTENT PILOT IGNITOR

I

S

BATTERY PACK

THERMOSTAT

WIRE ASSEMBLY

TRANSFORMER

3 VAC

HOT

NEUTRAL

PLUG IN

D

E

R

JUMPER WIRE

(TO BROWN)

WHITE

ORANGE

GROUND TO

FIREPLACE

CHASSIS

ORANGE

VALVE

GREEN

Figure 6. Intermittent Pilot Ignition (IPI) Wiring Diagram

PIEZO

PILOT

THERMOCOUPLE

WHITE

VALVE

RED

Figure 7. Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring Diagram

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THERMOSTAT

WIRE ASSEMBLY

3V TRANSFORMER

V

ON/OFF

WALL

SWITCH

VALVE

NEUTRAL

PLUG-IN

IGNITION

MODULE

(3V)

LOW VOLTAGE

GROUND

FLAME SPARKER/

SENSOR

SEE NOTE 1

REMOTE

CONTROL

HOT

IGNITION MODULE

3 VAC

I

S

WHT

ORG

GROUND TO
FIREPLACE
CHASSIS

INTERMITTENT

PILOT

IGNITOR

WHITE WIRE

CAN BE

PLUGGED

INTO ANY

BLACK WIRE CAN BE

PLUGGED INTO ANY OF

#1 - #5 LOCATIONS

ON THE HOT SIDE

OF #1-#5

LOCATIONS

ON THE

NEUTRAL SIDE

TRANSFORMER

3 VAC

PLUG IN

Figure 8. Intermittent Pilot Ignition (IPI) Wiring Diagram

3/16” PIGGYBAC K CONN ECTOR

BLACK S2

BRN

PIGGYBACK

ON/OFF SWITCH

BRN

ORG

GRN

ALVE

REMOTE SWITCH

PIGTAIL

ON

OFF

ON/OFF

SWITCH

OPTIONAL WALL SWITCH,

THERMOSTAT OR REMOTE

THERMOCOUPLE

GAS VALUE

WHITE T2

RED T1

THERMOPILE

BLACK S1

Figure 9. Standing Pilot Ignition Wiring Diagram

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Remote Control Wiring Diagrams

V

BATTERY PACK

REMOTE RECEIVER

TRANSFORMER

3 V AC

PLUG IN

IGNITION MODULE 3 VAC

K

C

A

L

B

D

E

R

INTERMITTENT PILOT IGN ITOR

I

S

WHITE

ORANGE

GROUND TO

FIREPLACE

CHASSIS

JUMPER WI RE

(TO BROWN)

ORANGE

GREEN

Figure 10. Remote Control Intermittent Pilot

Ignition (IPI) Wiring Diagram

PILOT

THERMOCOUPLE

VALVE

ALVE

PIEZO

WHITE

RED

Figure 11. Remote Control Standing

REMOTE RECEIVER

Pilot Ignition Wiring Diagram

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