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Replacing batteries
Low batteries signals:
• Handset: battery icon on display shows 1 lit bar
• Holder: frequent beeps for 3 seconds when valve
motor turns.
BEFORE changing the batteries, turn the
fi
replace o
ff
(including pilot) and let it cool.
The
fi
replace uses four 1.5 V AA
alkaline
batteries in
a separate battery holder located next to the receiver
under the
fi
rebox and one 9V
alkaline
battery in its
handset. Batteries should last one to two seasons,
depending on usage. Removing the batteries in the
o
ff
-season will extend the battery life.
To access the battery holder, unhook the inner front
with barrier screen. Locate the battery holder under
the
fi
rebox.
WARNING
Do not attempt to access the batteries
while the
fi
replace is hot! Let the
fi
replace cool
fi
rst before touching it!
Caution
Do not use a screwdriver or other metallic
object to remove the batteries from the battery
holder or the handset! This could cause a short
circuit.
To replace the batteries:
1. Unhook the inner front with barrier screen.
2. Locate the battery holder near the receiver and
gas valve. Pull the battery holder out.
3. Disconnect the battery holder wire.
Do not pull
on the wire!
4. Remove the used batteries from the battery
holder and replace with 4 new AA 1.5V
alkaline
batteries. Do not mix new and used batteries.
5. Reconnect the battery holder wire.
6. Reinstall the battery holder beside the receiver..
Using Handset Wall Holder
Your
fi
replace equipment includes a wall holder to
store the handset. If it hasn’t been installed, refer to
the instructions in the
fi
replace Installation Manual.
Remote and wall holder
Caution
Do not put batteries in the receiver as leaking
acid could damage its circuit board.
Battery holder
Battery holder located next to receiver on
bottom of
fi
replace behind surround trim
Fireplace
Receiver
Battery
holder
Gas
valve