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FRBC - MILLIVOLT CONTROL SYSTEM
INSTALLATION
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 ECS remote control
or any of its components will void the warrant and may be pose
a fire hazard.
Do not connect any gas valve or electronic module directly
to 110-120VAC power. Consult gas fireplace 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 manufacturer of gas valve and/
or electronic module for correct wiring procedures. Improper
installation of electric components can cause damage to
electronic module, gas valve and remote receiver.
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 fireplace 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
°
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 solid or stranded 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 solid or stranded wire, with no splices and
measuring no longer than 20 ft.
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
A qualified electrician or a gas technician who is familiar with
the gas fireplace and gas valves that will be operated by this
remote should install the remote control system. Incorrect wiring
connections WILL cause damage to the gas valve or electronic
module operating the gas fireplace and may also damage the
remote receiver.
WIRING MILLIVOLT VALVES
The remote receiver is connected to the millivolt valve using the
TH (thermostat) terminals on the terminal block on the millivolt
gas valve.
Connect 18 gauge solid or stranded wires from the remote
receiver to the gas valve.
Operation of the remote receiver is similar to that of a thermostat
in that both turn the gas valve on and off based on input signals.
A thermostat’s input signals are different temperatures. The
remote receiver’s input signals come from the transmitter.
Connect each of the two wires leading from the TH terminals on
the millivolt gas valve to either of the two wire terminals on the
remote receiver. Normally it does not matter which wires go to
which terminal.
Figure 56
SySTEM CHECK
MILLIVOLT VALVES
Light your gas fireplace 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.
•
Slide the 3-position button on the remote receiver to the ON
position. The main gas flame (i.e., the fire) should ignite.
•
Slide the button to OFF. The flame should extinguish (the
pilot flame will remain on).
•
Slide the button to REMOTE (the center position), then press
the ON button on the transmitter to change the system to
ON. The main gas flame should ignite.