SKYTECH CON1001-1 Remote Control Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- Skytech
Table of Contents
MODEL: CON1001-1
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
This is a single functioning wireless remote control system for
operating gas valves with ON/OFF latching solenoids
IF YOU CAN NOT READ OR UNDERSTAND THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL OR OPERATE
INTRODUCTION
This remote control system was developed to provide a safe, reliable, and
user-friendly remote control system for gas heating appliances. The system is
operated manually from the transmitter. The system operates on radio
frequencies (RF) within a 20-foot range using non-directional signals. The
system operates on one of 255 security codes that are
programmed into the transmitter at the factory; the remote receiver must learn
the transmitter code prior to initial use.
TRANSMITTER
This remote control SYSTEM offers the user a battery-operated remote control
to power an ON/OFF latching solenoid such as those used with gas valves used
in some decorative gas logs, gas fireplaces, and other gas heating appliances.
The circuit uses the battery power from the receiver to operate a latching
solenoid. The circuit has to reverse polarity software which reverses the
positive (+) and negative (-) output of the receiver’s battery power to drive
solenoid (ON/OFF FLAME) or open/close. The SYSTEM is controlled by the remote
transmitter.
The transmitter operates on a 12V battery made specifically for remote
controls and electronic lighters. Before using the transmitter install the
12-volt (A-23) battery in the battery compartment.
It is recommended that ALKALINE batteries always be used for longer battery
life and maximum operational performance. The transmitter has ON and OFF
functions that are activated by pressing either button on the face of the
transmitter. When a button on the transmitter is pressed, a signal light on
the transmitter illuminates to verify that a signal is being sent. Upon
initial use, there may be a delay of three seconds before the remote receiver
will respond to the transmitter. This is part of the system’s design. If the
signal light does not illuminate, check the position of the transmitter’s
battery.
POWER SETTING – CON 1001
The electronics in the remote control system have the capability of “powering”
two different types of DC-powered components. If any operational problems
accrue contact Skytech Systems, Inc.
The RECEIVER comes from the factory programmed to provide pulse DC voltage
(5.5) VDC to 6.3 VDC) to a latching solenoid.
REMOTE RECEIVER
THE REMOTE RECEIVER SHOULD BE PLACED WHERE AMBIENT TEMPERATURES DO NOT EXCEED
130°F.
The remote receiver (right) operates on four 1.5V AA-size batteries. It is
recommended that ALKALINE batteries be used for longer battery life and
maximum microprocessor
performance. IMPORTANT: New or fully charged batteries are essential to the
proper operation of the remote receiver as a latching solenoid power
consumption is substantially higher than standard remote control
systems.
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. The
remote receiver houses the microprocessor that responds to commands from the
transmitter to control system operation.
REMOTE RECEIVER FUNCTIONS
- With the slide switch in the REMOTE position, the system will only operate if the remote receiver receives commands from the
- transmitter. Upon initial use or after an extended period of no use, the ON button may have to be pressed for up to three seconds before activating the solenoid. If the system does not respond to the transmitter on initial use, see LEARNING TRANSMITTER TO
- RECEIVER.
- With a slide switch in the ON position, you can manually turn ON the system without the transmitter.
- With the slide in the OFF position, the system is OFF.
- It is suggested that the slide switch be placed in the OFF position if you will be away from your home for an extended period of time. Placing the slide switch in the OFF position also functions as a safety “lockout” by both turning the system OFF and rendering the transmitter inoperative.
NOTE: This product is designed for use with an attended hearth appliance or fire feature. Adults must be present when the Control System is operating. DO NOT program or thermostatically set this Control to operate a hearth appliance or fire feature when Adults are not physically present. Furthermore, DO NOT leave the hearth appliance or fire feature burning unattended; it may cause damage or serious injury. If an Adult is going to be away from the hearth appliance or fire feature for any length of time, then the handheld/wall mount, receiver/control module, and application should be in the “OFF” position.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
DO NOT CONNECT THE REMOTE RECEIVER DIRECTLY TO 110-120VAC POWER. THIS WILL
BURN OUT THE RECEIVER. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE MANUFACTURER OF THE GAS
VALVE FOR CORRECT WIRING PROCEDURES. IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC
COMPONENTS CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE GAS VALVE AND REMOTE RECEIVER.
The remote receiver can be mounted on or near the fireplace hearth. PROTECTION
FROM EXTREME HEAT IS VERY IMPORTANT. Like any piece of electronic equipment,
the remote receiver should be kept away from temperatures exceeding 130º 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 before connecting
wires. For best results, it is recommended that 18 gauge stranded wires should
be used to make connections and no longer than 20-feet.
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
CONNECTING THE RECEIVER TO A VALVE WITH THE LATCHING SOLENOID
- Connect the BLACK 18-gage stranded wire with the 1/4’ female terminal from the receiver to the BLACK wire with the 1/4” male terminals from the valve solenoid.
- Connect the RED 18-gage-stranded wire with the 1/4’ female terminal from the receiver to the RED wire with the 1/4” male terminals from the valve solenoid.
- After receiver wires are connected to the valve solenoid wire make sure the receiver shield is located over the receiver and then locate the receiver in an area that will not exceed the 130°F.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Operation of these controls is dependent on which wire is
attached to which terminal. If the operation of a control does not correspond
to operating buttons on the transmitter, reverse wire installation at the
receiver or at the control.
LEARNING TRANSMITTER TO RECEIVER
Each transmitter uses a unique security code. It will be necessary to press
the LEARN button on the receiver to accept the transmitter security code upon
initial use, if batteries are replaced, or if a replacement transmitter is
purchased from your dealer or the factory. In order for the receiver to accept
the transmitter security code, be sure the slide button on the receiver is in
the REMOTE position; the receiver will not LEARN if the slide switch is in the
ON or OFF position. The LEARN button in located on the front face of the
receiver; inside the small hole labeled LEARN. Using a small screwdriver or
end of a paperclip gently press and release the black LEARN button inside the
hole. When you release the LEARN button the receiver will emit an audible
“beep”. After the receiver emits the beep press ANY transmitter button and
release. The receiver will emit several beeps indicating that the
transmitter’s code has been accepted into the receiver.
The microprocessor that controls the security code matching procedure is
controlled by a timing function. If you are unsuccessful in matching the
security code on the first attempt, wait 1 – 2 minutes before trying
again–this delay allows the microprocessor to reset its timer circuitry–and
try up to two or three more times.
TRANSMITTER WALL CLIP
The transmitter can be hung on a wall using the clip provided. If the clip 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.
OPERATION
- This remote control will operate the gas valves latching solenoid to open the gas flow to full ON.
- When the ON button is depressed the transmitter sends an RF signal to the receiver. The receiver then sends a pulse of 6-volts of power to the solenoid. The solenoid then opens the gas flow to the burner and then to full ON.
- When the OFF button is depressed the transmitter sends an RF signal to the receiver. The receiver then sends a pulse of 6- volts of power to the solenoid. The solenoid then closes the gas flow to the burner and than to full.
- The remote control will only work with the handheld transmitter. The receiver slide switch is only for positive OFF or REMOTE operation.
BATTERY LIFE
The life expectancy of the alkaline batteries in the CON-1001-1 can be up to
12 months depending on the use of the solenoid function. Replace all 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) or
the remote receiver does not function at all, the batteries should be checked.
It is important that the remote receiver batteries are fully charged,
providing a combined output voltage of at least 5.0 volts. The transmitter
should operate with as little as 9.0 volts of battery power.
NOTE: Extensive use of the Solenoid will reduce the receiver’s battery
life significantly.
NOTE: Extensive use of the Latching Solenoid (ON/OFF) will reduce the
receiver’s battery life significantly.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you encounter problems with your fireplace system, the problem may be with the fireplace itself or it could be with the CON-1001-1 remote system. Review the fireplace manufacturer’s operation manual to make sure all connections are properly made. Then check the operation of the remote in the following manner:
- Make sure the batteries are correctly installed in the RECEIVER. One reversed battery will keep the receiver from operating properly.
- Check the battery in TRANSMITTER to ensure contacts are touching (+) and (-) ends of the battery. Bend metal contacts in for a tighter fit.
- Be sure RECEIVER and TRANSMITTER is within 20 to 25-feet operating range.
- Keep RECEIVER from temperatures exceeding 120° F. Battery life is shortened when ambient temperatures are above 115° F.
- If RECEIVER is installed in a tightly enclosed metal surround, the operating distance will be shortened.
- Clear Codes: Memory in the receiver might be full if the learn button is pressed too many times. If this happens it will not allow any more codes to be learned and no audible beep will be heard. To clear memory, place the receiver slide switch into the REMOTE position. Press the learn button and release after 10 seconds. You should hear three (3) long audible beeps indicating all codes have cleared. You can now “learn” the transmitter to the receiver as described in the General Information Section.
SPECIFICATIONS
BATTERIES: Transmitter 12V – (A23)
Remote Receiver 6V- 4 ea. AA 1.5 Alkaline
Operating Frequency: 303.8 MHZ
FCC REQUIREMENTS
NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE
CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THE EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
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.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
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.
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device
meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment
regulations.
LIMITED WARRANTY
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Limited Warranty. Skytech II, Inc. (“Skytech”) warrants that each new Skytech Remote Control System, including all hardware, parts and components (the “System”), when used in accordance with the instructions furnished by Skytech provided with each System, shall be free in all material respects of defects in material and workmanship, subject to proper installment and normal use (the “Warranty”). The Warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser of the System (the “Customer”), is not transferable, and expires upon any sale or transfer of the System by the Customer.
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System Sold As-Is. Subject to this Warranty and any applicable state law, each System is sold by Skytech to a Customer on an “as is” basis. In addition, each System and Skytech’s obligations are and remain subject to all additional disclaimers, limitations, reservations of rights, exclusions, and qualifications set forth on Skytech’s website, www.skytechpg.com, all of which are considered part of the Warranty and are incorporated herein (collectively, the “Additional Terms”). Each Customer, by purchasing and/or using any System or any portion thereof, does so subject to the Warranty and the Additional Terms.
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Repair or Replacement of System or Parts. Should any System, or any hardware, components, and/or parts contained therein fail due to a defect in workmanship or material provided by Skytech after the purchase of a System by a Customer, Skytech shall repair or, at its option, replace the defective System or part, hardware, or component, subject to the Customer’s compliance with all terms and conditions contained herein governing service and claims under the Warranty. Skytech shall provide replacement parts at no charge for the first (5) five years of this warranty, and at market cost for the Lifetime of the product to the Customer. The gas valve and gas valve components will be available at no charge for one (1) year. If Skytech does not have the parts for an individual model, then a replacement System will be provided at no charge within the first (5) five years after purchase, and then at market cost for the Lifetime of that product to the Customer.
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Warranty Claims; Skytech Service. To submit a valid claim under the Warranty (each, a “Valid Claim”), a Customer must comply with the following:
(a) Provide written notice to a Skytech or an Authorized Dealer (“Dealer”) and provide the Name, Address, and Telephone number of the Customer.
(b) Describe the System model number and nature of the defect, nonconformity, or other problem with the System;
(c) Provide such notice within thirty (30) days of discovery of such defect, nonconformity, or problem;
(d) Obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (“RMA”) number from Skytech by calling 855-498-8324; and
(e) Securely pack and ship the defective System to Skytech at 9230 Conservation Way, Fort Wayne, IN 46809, at the Customer’s cost, within thirty (30) days from the date Skytech issued the RMA to the Customer with the RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the box containing the returned System.
Any shipment that does not meet all the Valid Claim requirements may be refused by Skytech. Skytech is not responsible for any refused shipments, or any damage caused due to shipping, whether or not it was a Valid Claim. Skytech shall be responsible for return shipment charges for any System returned should Skytech determine there is no defect with the System, reject for the failure of the Customer to submit a Valid Claim, or otherwise determine is not eligible for service under the Warranty.
Upon receipt of a Valid Claim and the properly returned System, Skytech shall, at its option, either (a) repair the System, at no charge to the Customer, or (b) replace the returned System with a new System, at no charge to the Customer, or (c) provide the Customer with a refund in an amount equal to the price paid by the Customer for the defective System. Any System or hardware, component or part repaired by Skytech hereunder, or any replacement System, hardware, component, or part shall be shipped to the Customer by Skytech at Skytech’s cost and the Warranty, the Additional Terms, and all other terms and conditions set forth herein shall extend to such repaired or replacement System, hardware, component or part. No refund shall be paid by Skytech before the defective System, hardware, component, and/or part is received by Skytech from the Customer. Any obligation of Skytech under this Section 4 shall be and remain subject to Skytech’s right to physically inspect the defective System, hardware, component, and/or part returned to Skytech by the Customer. -
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental and consequential damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state, province, or nation. To the extent allowable under any law, the liability of Skytech is limited to the express terms of this warranty, and Skytech expressly disclaims all implied warranties, including any warranties of fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability.
How to Obtain Service:
In addition to the foregoing, contact Skytech or your Skytech Dealer direct
with the following information:
- Name, Address, Telephone Number of Customer
- Date of Purchase, Proof of Purchase
- Model Name, Date Code of Product, and any relevant information or circumstances, concerning installation, mode of operation, and/or when the defect was noted Warranty claim process will start with all this information. Skytech reserves the right to physically inspect the product for defects, by authorized representatives.
Print information below and return the form to: Skytech Products Group, 9230
Conservation Way,
Fort Wayne, IN. 46809; Attn. Warranty Dept
Phone: 855-498-8224
Warranty Information
Purchase Date: _ Model: ___ Date Code: _
Note: Date code may be in one of two formats (1) Printed 4-digit number:
YYMM format. Example: 2111 = 2021, November
(2) Check box with date code marked: 2-year boxes and 1-12 month box format.
Example:
Purchased From: ____
Customer Name: __ Phone: _____
Address: ____
City: ____ State/Prov. __ Zip/Postal Code ____
E-mail Address:
Please send a “Proof of Purchase” (original receipt) copy along with your
warranty form.
FOR TECHNICAL SERVICE, CALL:
U.S. INQUIRIES
855-498-8324 or
260-459-1703
Skytech Products Group 9230 Conservation Way
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
Sales Support: 888-699-6167
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