Ambient Technologies RCB Installation And Operating Instructions

and user-friendly remote control for milli-volt valve gas appliances.

The system can be manually turned on and off with the transmitter.

Always check with the home owner's manual of the appliance for

additional information, warnings regarding accessory installation

before connecting this remote control system.

Carefully inspect the contents for shipping damage. If any parts are

missing or damaged, immediately contact the dealer from whom you

purchased the kit. Do not attempt to install any part of the kit unless

all parts are in good condition. Please keep this manual for future

CONTENTS OF KIT

Description

Transmitter

Battery Alkaline AAA (for Transmitter)

Battery Alkaline AA (for receiver)

Receiver (Assembly) consists of:

Receiver Box

Slide Button–Black (On/RS/Off)

Wall Cover Plate–Black

Wall Cover Plate–White

Slide Button–White (On/RS/Off)

Battery Door–White

Plug-In Wiring Assembly – 22" Inches

Velcro (Loop and Hook)

Installation Instructions

#6 3/4" Screws, Zinc (for Wall Cover Plate)

#8 Screws (for fi replace system control covers)

FEATURES/SPECIFICATIONS

Battery Powered Transmitter and Receiver

Easy Access Front Battery Door

Pre-Programmed for Quick Installation

16 Security Codes

Quick Disconnect Wiring Assembly

Low battery indicators for Transmitter and Receiver

WARNING: Important Safety Information

• Read this manual thoroughly prior to installing, pro-

gramming or operating any remote control.

This remote control system is designed for use with a millivolt

or 24V gas valve system. Do not use this remote control sys-

tem on applications with voltages above 24 Volts AC/DC and

1 amp current.

This remote control system requires three (3) "AAA" and

four (4) "AA" alkaline batteries to power the transmitter and

Do not short (or jumper) across the gas valve terminals to

test the remote control installation. This could damage the

unit and void the warranty.

This remote control system should only be used as described

in this manual. Any other use is prohibited and will void the

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WARNING: Turn appliance OFF and allow to cool before

installing or servicing. DO NOT connect 110-120 VAC

wiring to the milli-volt gas control valve. The remote

operator must be installed exactly as outlined in these

instructions. Read all instructions completely before attempting

installation. Follow instructions carefully during installation. Any

modifi cation of components will void the warranty and may cause

a fi re hazard.

WARNING: Turn appliance OFF (at the appliance or

remote receiver) if you are away from your house for a

long period of time.

INSTALLATIONS

The remote receiver may be wall mount-

ed or installed in the appliance per the

appliance homeowner's manual. Refer

to the Homeowner's Manual for special

installation instructions. If wall mounted, the

remote receiver must be installed in a junc-

tion box with cover plate provided. Failure to follow the installation

instructions found in the appropriate Homeowner's Manual will void

the warranty and may cause a fi re hazard.

Installing Batteries

The remote receiver uses four (4) "AA"

batteries. To install batteries:

1. Open the battery door by pressing the

two tabs located on the door.

2. Install the batteries as indicated in the

receiver cover.

3. Close the battery door until the door tab

snaps in place.

4. To install the receiver into a wall junction box, snap wall cover

plate to the receiver and install the receiver with the screws pro-

vided to the junction box.

5. Install slide switch back to the receiver stem.

6. The batteries should be replaced at least once every 6 months

or when the battery indicator fl ashes.

Installing Wire

This system comes with a 22 inch pre-assembled wire assembly.

Insert the white terminal to the back of the receiver. The terminal

wire block can only be installed one way. Do not force the terminal

plug onto the receiver.

Follow the homeowner's manual for connecting the two (2) 1/4"

female spade terminals to the milli-volt valve.

Connect to the two (2) 1/4" female spade wiring terminals.

Millivolt Valve

WARNING: Make sure that the wires do not contact the

appliances any place other than at the terminals. Expo-

sure to temperatures higher than 250ºF (105ºC) may

cause the receiver to malfunction or cause a fi re hazard.

Transmitter

Installing Batteries

The remote transmitter uses three (3) "AAA"

batteries. To install batteries:

1. Press down the battery door tab and lift up

and remove the battery door.

2. Install the batteries as indicated on transmit-

3. Close the battery door by snapping in place.

4. The batteries should be replaced at least

once every 6 months or when the battery

Back of Transmitter

indicator fl ashes.

WARNING: Do not use two (2) or more remote control

systems in the same area with the same dip switch

settings, as they will communicate with each other. This

may cause the appliances to malfunction.

Setting Privacy (DIP) Switch on Receiver and Transmitter

The remote receiver and transmitter privacy (DIP) switches are pre-

set at the factory. In the event of activation or interference from other

nearby transmissions, reset the code using the following procedure:

1. Slide the code switches on the transmitter or receiver to your

choice of ON or OFF position. Switches #1, #2, #3 and #4 are

preset to "ON" for both the transmitter and receiver.

2. The switches on the transmitter and receiver must match in order

for the system to work.

3. The system is now ready to operate.

Transmitter

Dip Switch (Default)

OPERATIONS

Transmitter

The RCB Remote Control provides the manual

fi replace on/off operation.

The transmitter will operate the remote receiver

from 1 foot to a maximum of 30 feet. The distance

is reduced when batteries are low or when the

receiver is inside a metal enclosure.

Initial Start-up

After initial power up the transmitter is ready for

Manual Mode

1. Press the ON button once to turn on the appli-

2. Press the OFF button to turn it off.

Low Battery Detection

When the battery voltage drops to a certain level, the LED on the

transmitter will blink until the battery expires. Change the battery be-

fore the battery is too weak for normal operation. TURN THE UNIT

OFF BEFORE REPLACING BATTERIES.

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