
Heatilator • ION-V7, ION-S7, ION-H7 Owner’s Manual • 2276-981 Rev. E • 5/17
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NOTICE:
Some functionality will be lost when using battery
backup including remote control or any other auxiliary
functions that require household 110-120 VAC power.
I. Operation During A Power Outage
The IntelliFire
TM
Plus intermittent pilot ignition system
comes with a battery backup system that enables the
system to operate in a power outage. The system offers
seamless transition from household AC power to battery
backup. A factory-installed battery pack is located in the
control cavity of the appliance. See Figure 3.3. Battery
longevity and performance will be affected by long term
exposure to the service temperatures of this appliance.
NOTICE:
Batteries should only be used as a power source
in the event of an emergency power outage. Batteries
should not be used as a primary long-term power source.
To Operate Fireplace Using Battery Power (DC):
1. Access the control cavity of the appliance. See Figure
3.3 for location. The decorative front or door will need
to be removed. See Section 4.B for decorative front
removal information.
2. Locate the battery tray and insert four AA cell batteries.
Battery polarity must be correct or module damage will
occur.
A complete wiring diagram is included in the
Electrical section of the appliance Installation Manual.
3. Turn the appliance on according to the instructions
below for the appropriate type of control:
Wireless Remote:
• Remote receiver is integrated into the ignition module
• Use the remote to turn the appliance on.
• To preserve battery life, do not use the HI/LO
fl
ame
option.
Ignition Module:
• Locate the ignition module in the control cavity.
• Slide the ON/REMOTE/OFF switch to the ON position.
See Figure 3.4.
To Return to Operation Using Electrical (AC) Power
Wireless Remote:
• Slide the ON/REMOTE/OFF switch to the REMOTE
position. Remove the batteries from the battery tray.
Replace door or decorative front on appliance.
Ignition Module:
• Slide the ON/REMOTE/OFF switch to the REMOTE
position.
Remove the batteries from the battery tray. Replace
door or decorative front on appliance.
Figure 3.3 Control Cavity Location
CONTROL CAVITY