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3301P BE
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IF YOU CANNOT READ OR UNDERSTAND THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO INSTALL OR OPERATE

INTRODUCTION
This SKYTECH remote control system was developed to provide a safe, reliable, and user-friendly remote control system for gas heating
appliance. The system can be operated thermostatically or manually from the transmitter. The system operates on radio frequencies (RF)
within a 20'’range using non-directional signals. The system operates one of 1,048,576 security codes that are programmed into the
transmitter at the factory; the remote receiver’s code must be matched to that of the transmitter prior to initial use.

Review COMMUNICATION SAFETY SECTION under TRANSMITTER section and THERMO SAFETY SECTION under REMOTE
RECEIVER section. These signal/temperature safety features shut down the fireplace system when a potentially unsafe condition exists.

TRANSMITTER

The transmitter operates on 2AAA-size 1.5V batteries. It is recommended that ALKALINE

batteries always be used for longer battery life and maximum operational performance.
IMPORTANT: New or fully charged batteries are essential for proper operation of the multi-
function transmitter.

MODE DOWN
MODE
UP
Insert 2 AAA-size 1.5 V batteries into the battery transmitter, positioning the (+) and (-) ends of
DOWN UP
TIMER
TIME
the batteries as indicated on the casing. When the batteries are inserted, the screen below (with
SET AHEAD
similar numbers) will display.
PROG BACK

Note: If a LOW battery icon appears on the screen, check the

position of the batteries.

Note: Due to the sensitive temperature-monitoring components in

the transmitter, it may be necessary to allow the transmitter to
Cover Closed Cover
Open
stabilize to room temperature before accurate room temperatures
are displayed on the screen. If the transmitter is activated from a
severe cold condition, it can take up to fifteen minutes for accurate
temperature readings to appear.
LCD DISPLAY SCREEN
1. PROGRAM FOR: Flashes when programming days of week and periods of the
day. When in normal state, only current DAY displays. When programming or in
PROGRAM mode, both day and week will appear.
2. DAY –Flashes when current day or day of week is being programmed.
3. PERIOD – Flashes when current period of day or period of week is being
programmed.
4. MODE – Indicates operation MODE of system.
• ON indicates the system is ON, either manually, thermostatically, or program.
• Off indicates the entire system is turned OFF.
• THERMO indicates the system will automatically cycle ON/OFF, depending on
SET temperature.
• PROGRAM – indicates the system is operating with PROGRAMMED settings.
5. START AT – Flashes when programming the time to turn system ON.
6. SET – Indicates desired SET room temperature, when in THERMO or PROGRAM
mode.
0 0 0 0
7. F / C – Factory programmed in F. ( C indicates degrees in Celsius)
8. TIME/TEMP – Displays the CURRENT room temperature. In same frame, the
current time will display in AM or PM. You must depress the TIME/TIMER button to
display current time.
9. LOW – Battery power is low. Replace batteries within 2 weeks.
10. TIMER – When displayed, indicates countdown timer in operation.
11. OVERRIDE – Displays when “programmed” SET temperature is overridden.
12. FLAME – Single flame symbol indicates burner/valve is operational.
13. HOLD – Displays when “programmed” SET temperature is overridden and will hold
hat temperature until cancelled.
14. CP – Displays when CHILD PROOF “LOCK OUT” is engaged. Pressing the UP
and TIMER buttons together, engages CP.
15. SWING- Displays in SET frame when setting TEMPERATURE DIFFERNTIAL.

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FUNCTIONS
SU
To operate the system, press the MODE button on the transmitter to select the operational MODE
desired. ON OFF THERMO PROGRAM
• ON indicates the system is on, either manually, timed, thermostatically, or program
• THERMO indicates the system will automatically cycle ON/OFF, depending on programmed
set temperature. TEMP

• OFF indicates the entire system is turned off.

• PROGRAM indicates the system will automatically cycle ON/OFF in the programmed mode
depending on the 7 day/4 period program that is in memory.

BUTTON SETTINGS

Flip open the plastic cover on the front of the transmitter to expose the “SET” buttons. The flip cover
protects the SET buttons from being changed accidentally. Close the cover after completing the following
MODE
DOWN UP
settings/ programming.
TIMER
TIME

SET
Flashing numbers on the display indicate the system is awaiting user input, such as using the UP and
AHEAD
DOWN buttons to program a new setting. If no change is made to flashing digits within 15 seconds, the
PROG BACK
system will complete the procedure last programmed and reset the display to its normal state.

INITIAL SET-UP PROGRAMMING OF TRANSMITTER

Follow the procedures below, upon FIRST USE of transmitter, setting the following program options:
0 0
Setting • TEMPERATURE SETTING – F (Fahrenheit) or C (Celsius)
Button • CURRENT DAY OF WEEK – SU, MO, TU, WE, TH, FR, SA
• CURRENT TIME OF DAY –Hours and minutes

To program settings, first remove the battery cover on the back of the transmitter. If you have not already
installed the 2-AAA batteries, this would be a good time to do so. Note the small push button at the upper
left side of the battery compartment. This is the button used to perform the initial transmitter programming.
You will need to use a paper clip or sharp end of a pencil to depress this button.

CHANGING THE TEMPERATURE SCALE

2
0
1. Press setting button on back of transmitter ONCE and the F symbol will begin
SU flashing on the LCD screen. You may replace the battery cover at this time.
0 0
2. To change F to C, press the UP or DOWN button on the front of the
MODE
DOWN UP
transmitter.
TIMER
AM 3. After setting/confirming the preferred temperature SCALE, press the SET
TIME
TIME
button on the front of the transmitter.
0
3 SET AHEAD NOTE: You will need to press the SET button, confirming F, if you want the
0
PROG BACK
temperature readings to be in F.

SETTING THE CURRENT DAY OF THE WEEK

Following Step 3 above, the symbol SU will begin flashing on the LCD screen.
SU

MODE
DOWN UP
1. To change to the current day of the week Press the AHEAD or BACK button on
TIMER
the front of the transmitter.
TIME AM

TIME
2. After setting/confirming the current Day of the week, press the SET
SET AHEAD
3 button on the front of the transmitter.
2
PROG BACK NOTE: You will need to press the SET button, confirming SU, if that is the
current day.
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SETTING THE CURRENT HOUR AND MINUTES

2 1. Following Step 3 on the previous page, the HOUR digits will begin flashing in the
TIME frame on the LCD screen.
SU
2. To set the current HOUR, press the UP or DOWN button setting the HOUR for the
MODE corresponding AM/PM time period.
DOWN UP
3. After setting the current HOUR, press the SET button on the front of the transmitter,
TIMER
TIME AM and the MINUTE digits will begin flashing on the LCD screen.
3 TIME
SET AHEAD
4. To set the current MINUTES, press the UP or DOWN button setting to the correct
MINUTES.
PROG BACK
5. After setting the HOURS and MINUTES, press the SET button on the front of the
transmitter.

The initial set-up/programming of the transmitter is now complete. Be sure the

slide-on battery cover is reinstalled and proceed to the next step. The LCD screen
will now display in its normal state.

PROGRAM OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL

BUILT –IN PROGRAM

The transmitter has a factory program built in. Each day has been broken into four periods and
each period has its own starting time and temperature. A chart of the built- in programs is at the
left.

You may change any of the factory settings by following the procedures below. Should you wish
to return to the factory program, follow the procedures under heading PROGRAM REVIEW or
PROGRAM CANCELLATION depending on which process you select.

PROGRAMMING DAYS/PERIOD OF DAY/SET TEMPERATURES

PROGRAMMING THE TRANSMITTER

The user may change the built-in time and temperature programs to suit their personal schedule. Each day is divided into four
periods: MORNING, DAY, EVENING, AND NIGHT. A blank programming chart is provided to the left to record your customized time and
temperature settings.

If desired, you may change a single day or all seven days that have the built-in factory program. To change one or all seven days,
complete the following steps:

PERIOD
DAY MORN DAY EVE NITE TIME/TEMP

SU

MO 1 Press the PROG button for 4 seconds. The shaded boxes on the LCD
screen with the words PROGRAM FOR and START AT will begin to flash.
TU
The current DAY, PERIOD, TIME and SET temperature of the BUILT-IN
WE FACTORY PROGRAM will also be displayed.
TH
NOTE: If the above settings were not previously completed during the
FR initial SET-UP and PROGRAMMING procedure, then the LCD screen will
display SU, MORN, TIME and SET temperature digits. You must go back
SAT
and perform the intiial set-up procedure or the remote will not operate
properly in the PROGRAM mode. SEE PAGE 2.
PROGRAM SU
FOR MORN 2 To program the DAY and PERIOD OF DAY, press the AHEAD or BACK
MODE
DOWN UP buttons to display the DAY and PERIOD you wish to program.
TIMER
START
TIME AT AM

TIME SET
3 When the DAY and PERIOD being programmed displays, then press the
SET AHEAD

2
PROG button and the TIME will flash on the LCD screen.
PROG BACK
1,3

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SU
PROGRAM
FOR MORN 4 To program the START TIME, press the UP or DOWN button.
MODE Programmed start time settings are in 15 minute segments. The new set
DOWN UP
time will display on the LCD screen.
TIMER START
AT AM
TIME

TIME SET 5 When the desired START TIME displays, press the PROG button and the
SET AHEAD
SET TEMPERATURE will flash on the LCD screen.
PROG BACK
5 6 To program the SET TEMPERATURE, press the UP or DOWN button.

7 When the desired SET TEMPERATURE displays, then press the PROG
button.
6
8 After pressing the PROG button in step 7, the next PERIOD of the same or
PROGRAM
FOR
SU
MORN
next day will display on the LCD screen.
MODE
DOWN UP 9 To program the next PERIOD follow steps 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
START
TIMER AT AM
TIME
TIME SET 10 Continue to follow steps 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 until all 7 days and the 4 time
SET AHEAD periods in each day are programmed.
PROG BACK
7 11 Once ALL the programming has been completed, then press the SET
button. The programming data that has been entered will now over-ride
the factory built-in program and operate your remote control system.

PROGRAMMING NOTE:
PROGRAM SU
FOR DAY
Once in the programming process and you want to advance the
MODE
DOWN UP
programming procedure, you may bypass some of the DAYS or
PERIODS OF DAY, by pushing the AHEAD or BACK buttons. This
TIMER START

11 TIME AT AM allows you to eliminate the need to enter the TIME and
SET
TIME SET TEMPERATURE for each DAY/PERIOD speeding up the
AHEAD
programming process by skipping some of the ”software prompts”.
PROG BACK Once the LCD screen displays a DAY/PERIOD you want to
reprogram, press the PROG button and follow the programming steps
outlined above.

PROGRAM REVIEW

If you want to review the settings for either the FACTORY program PROGRAM SU
FOR MORN
and/or your CUSTOMIZED program, you may do so by pressing the
MODE
PROG button for one second. To review other DOWN UP
settings, press the PROG button allowing one
TIMER START
second between each press of the PROG button. If TIME AT AM

you press the PROG button for 4 seconds, then you TIME SET
SET
go into the programming process. Press the SET button 1 AHEAD

should you hold the PROG button too long. PROG BACK

PROGRAM CANCELLATION

Should you want to cancel the CUSTOMIZED program that you have entered and return to the FACTORY program, you may do so. To cancel
a CUSTOMIZED program:

1. Press the SET button to make sure the LCD screen is in normal state.
2. Then press and hold the PROG button and, at the same time, press the SET button for a period of 10 seconds.
3. The customized programs will be cancelled when the display icons/numbers flash with some icons disappearing. The LCD screen will
begin flashing PROGRAM FOR, START AT, and the digits in the TIME and SET frames will begin flashing. This confirms CUSTOMIZED
programs have been cancelled.
4. Push the SET button to return LCD screen to normal state or wait 10 seconds and LCD screen will return to normal state automatically.

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ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING OPTIONS SWING TEMPERATURE DIFFERENTIAL
The thermo-transmitter operates the fireplace system whenever the
ROOM TEMPERATURE varies a certain number of degrees from the
SET TEMPERATURE. This variation is called the “SWING” or
TEMPERATURE DIFFERENTIAL. The normal operating cycle of a
fireplace system may be 2-4 times per hour depending on how well
2 the room or home is insulated from the cold or drafts. A smaller
“swing number” increases the number of cycles so the room
temperature is more constant. A larger “swing number” decreases the
MODE number of cycles, which saves energy, in most cases. The factory
DOWN UP setting for the “swing number” is 2. This represents a temperature
0 0
TIMER
variation of +/- 2 F (1 C ) between SET temperature and ROOM
TIME
temperature which determines when the fireplace will be activate. The
SET AHEAD “SWING” number values are:
3 0 0 0 0 0 0
1= +/- 1 F (.5 C ), 2= +/- 2 F (1 C ), 3 = +/-3 F (1.6 C ).
1
PROG BACK SWING

1 To change the temperature “SWING” setting (1-3), press the AHEAD +

BACK buttons simultaneously to display the current “SWING”
2 setting in the SET TEMP frame. The word SWING will display on the LCD
screen.
3 Press the UP or DOWN button to change the temperature differential or
“SWING” (1-3). See above for 1-3 “SWING” temperature values.
4 To store the “swing number”, press the SET button or allow 15 seconds to
lapse, and the new “swing number” will be
automatically programmed.

MANUAL CHECK OF “SWING” OR TEMPERATURE DIFFERENTIAL

0
The operation of the factory set “THERMO SWING” can be checked by adjusting the SET TEMP 2 F above or below the room temperature.
This will cause the system to turn ON or OFF. Normally the system will only respond to temperature changes every two minutes. Manually
changing the SET temperature will activate the system in less than 10 seconds. If the “SWING” is changed, then a new room temperature
0
differential will respond. Factory setting of SWING temperature is 2 F.

OPERATIONAL NOTE: TO CONSERVE BATTERY POWER, CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE ARE ONLY RECORDED EVERY TWO
MINUTES. Additionally, to prevent repeated thermo-cycling of the gas appliance, the sensing unit in the transmitter will only activate the
0 0
remote receiver when the temperature change exceeds 2 F (1 C ) above or below the SET (desired) temperature. However, if the
0 0
“SWING” setting has been changed from the factory setting (2 F /1 C ), then thermo-cycling will activate at the new setting of the “SWING”
number.

MANUAL CHECK OF THERMO OPERATION

0
The operation of the Thermo setting can be checked on demand by adjusting the SET temperature 2 F above or below the room
temperature, which will cause the system to turn ON or OFF, respectively. Normally, however, the system will only respond to temperature
changes every two minutes. NOTE: if “SWING” number has been changed, then activation will occur at the new “SWING” setting.
When the gas fireplace system is activated, a FLAME icon will display on the LCD screen indicating a signal has been sent from the
transmitter.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
THERMO OPERATION – (Systems operates thermostatically based on SET TEMP setting, ONLY)

TU
SETTING DESIRED ROOM TEMPERATURE

MODE This remote control system can be thermostatically controlled when

ON THERMO
DOWN UP
the transmitter is in the THERMO mode (THERMO must be displayed
1
TIMER
TIME PM
on the screen).
TIME
SET
2 AHEAD
1. To set the DESIRED room temperature, press the MODE
PROG BACK
button to place the transmitter into THERMO mode. THERMO
FLAME
ON or OFF will display.
2. Then press the UP or DOWN button to select the DESIRED room
0 0
temperature. The highest SET temperature is 99 F ( 32 C ).
0 0
The lowest SET temperature is 45 F ( 6 C ).
3. The TRANSMITTER will “sense” the room temperature every two
minutes automatically turning the fireplace ON or OFF
thermostatically.

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TEMPERATURE OVERRIDE – (Operates only in PROGRAM mode)
1
The user may change the current SET temperature without changing
MO
DAY the programs stored in the transmitter’s memory. The OVERRIDE
MODE ON PROGRAM feature will be automatically cancelled at the start of the next
DOWN UP OVERRIDE
PROGRAM PERIOD.
TIMER
TIME
TEMP SET 1. To change current SET TEMP, press the UP or DOWN button
SET AHEAD (Setting will be cancelled automatically when next program period
2 begins.) The word OVERRIDE will appear over the SET frame on
PROG BACK FLAME
the LCD.
2. To cancel temperature OVERRIDE, press SET button.

TEMPERATURE HOLD – (Operates only in PROGRAM mode.)

1,2 The user may override the SET temperature during any period,
adjusting the SET temperature to a CONSTANT new SET/HOLD
MO temperature.
DAY
MODE
ON PROGRAM 1. Press the UP or DOWN button to change the SET temperature to
DOWN UP HOLD
the level desired. The word OVERRIDE will appear in SET frame
TIMER
TIME on the LCD.
TEMP SET 2. To HOLD the new temperature at a CONSTANT setting, push the
SET AHEAD

3 UP and DOWN buttons TOGETHER to activate the HOLD

PROG BACK function.
FLAME
The word HOLD will appear over the SET frame and the word
OVERRIDE will disappear.
3. To cancel OVERRIDE or HOLD, press the SET button.

TIME OF DAY DISPLAY

TU
1 To check the current TIME of day, press the TIMER/TIME button
MODE on the transmitter for less than 1 second. The current TIME of
ON THERMO
DOWN UP day will appear in the TIME/TEMP frame replacing the
TIMER
temperature reading.
1 TIME PM 2 The TEMPERATURE will reappear in 15 seconds, or you can
TIME
SET
press the SET button to cancel the display of the time.
2 AHEAD

PROG BACK FLAME

SETTING THE COUNTDOWN TIMER

This remote control can operate with a built-in, countdown timer when
the transmitter is in the ON or THERMO mode (THERMO or ON must
be displayed on the LCD screen). DO NOT operate in PROGRAM
MODE as times are pre-programmed into the transmitter.
WE
2
1 Press the TIMER/TIME button on the transmitter for more than 2
MODE
ON THERMO seconds. The word TIMER and 0:15 flash on the LCD screen.
DOWN UP 1 HOLD
2 Press the UP or DOWN button on the transmitter to begin
TIMER
TIME advancing through each of the countdown time options. Available
TEMP SET countdown times are 15 min., 30 min, 45 min, 1 hr, 1 hr 30 min, 2
SET AHEAD
TIMER
hr, 2 hr 30 min, and each additional half hour up to nine hours.
PROG BACK
3 To set the TIMER press the SET button on the transmitter. If the
3 FLAME
system is ON, it will remain on until the “timer” has expired. If the
system is in the THERMO mode, it will cancel ON and OFF as the
room temperature requires until the “timer time” has expired.
4 To cancel the TIMER operation, press the TIME/RTIME button for
more than 2 seconds.

OPERATIONAL NOTE: When the TIMER is used in the THERMO mode, the THERMO operation will discontinue only when the “countdown
time” has expired.

LOW/BATTERY INDICATOR
The word LOW outlined by a battery on the left side of the LCD screen will appear when battery power has
dropped significantly. At this time, approximately two weeks of battery power remains until the transmitter may
experience partial or complete loss of functions.

NOTE: A reversed battery will activate the LOW battery icon.

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TRANSMITTER
OPERATING SAFETY MONITORS: SYSTEMS SHUTDOWN

The SKYTECH remote control operates on RF (radio frequency) signals that are sent by the TRANSMITTER (remote) to the RECEIVER that
operates the appliance. It is recommended that the TRANSMITTER always be located within the 20 foot operating range, preferably in the
same room in which the appliance is located.

THERMO UPDATING FEATURE –TRANSMITTER – (T/S –TX)

This SKYTECH remote control has a THERMO UPDATING Feature built into its software. The THERMO UPDATING Feature operates in the
following manner, but only in the THERMO and PROGRAM MODES:

The transmitter normally reads the ROOM temperature every 2 minutes checking the ROOM temperature against the SET temperature it
sends a signal to the receiver.

COMMUNICATION – SAFETY – TRANSMITTER – (C/S – TX)

This SKYTECH remote control has a COMMUNICATION –SAFETY function built into its software. It provides an extra margin of safety when
the TRANSMITTER is out of the normal 20 foot operating range of the receiver.

The COMMUNICATION – SAFETY feature operates in the following manner, in all OPERATING MODES – ON/ ON THERMO/ ON TIMER.

At all times and in all OPERATING MODES, the transmitter sends an RF signal every fifteen (15) minutes, to the receiver, indicating
that the transmitter is within the normal operating range of 20 feet. Should the receiver NOT receive a transmitter signal every 15
minutes, the IC software, in the RECEIVER, will begin a 2-HOUR (120-minute) countdown timing function. If during this 2-hour
period, the receiver does not receive a signal from the transmitter, the receiver will shut down the appliance being controlled by the
receiver. The RECEIVER will then emit a series of rapid “beeps” for a period of 10 seconds. Then after 10 seconds of rapid beeping,
the RECEIVER will continue to emit a single “beep” every 4 seconds until a transmitter MODE
Button is pressed to reset the receiver. The intermittent 4 second beeping will go on for as long
As there is power from the thermopile.

To “reset” the RECEIVER and operate the appliance, you must press the MODE button on the
MODE
transmitter. The word ON must display on the LCD screen. By turning the system to ON, the
DOWN UP
COMMUNICATION -SAFETY operation is overridden and the system will return to normal
operation depending on the MODE selected at the transmitter. The COMMUNICATION – TIMER
SAFETY feature will reactivate should the transmitter be taken out of the normal operating TIME

range.
SET

REMOTE RECEIVER

The remote receiver operates on power from the thermopile. It is recommended that the thermopile voltage with the main burner OFF be no
less than 450 millivolts for proper microprocessor performance. IMPORTANT: It is essential that proper voltage from the thermopile be
maintained for proper operation of the remote receiver.

The remote receiver houses the microprocessor that responds to commands from the transmitter to control system operation. It emits one
beep when it receives an ON or OFF command manually, but no beep when cycling on and off automatically in THERMO mode. The remote
receiver has a 3-position slide switch for selecting the MODE of operation: ON/REMOTE/OFF

• With the slide switch in the ON position (toward the LEARN button), the system
Energize Button
will remain on until the slide switch is placed in the OFF or REMOTE position.
• With the slide switch in the REMOTE position (centered), the system will only
operate if the remote receiver receives commands from the transmitter.
• With the slide switch in the OFF position (away from the LEARN button), the Frequency
Adjustment
system is off. Hole
• It is suggested that the slide switch be placed in the off position if you will Black Wire TH
Learn Button
be away from your home for an extended period of time. If the remote
receiver is mounted out of children’s reach, placing the slide switch in the Red Wire TP
White Wire TH/TP
OFF position also functions as a safety “lock-out” by both turning the system
off and rendering the remote receiver inoperative.

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THERMO- SAFETY FEATURE – RECEIVER (T/S –RX)

This SKYTECH remote control has a THERMO- SAFETY feature that is built into the system’s RECEIVER. This feature is temperature-
0
activated and provides an extra margin of safety when the RECEIVER is operating where ambient temperatures exceed 160 F degrees
inside the receiver case.

The THERMO-SAFETY feature, in the RECEIVER, operates in the following manner, when the appliance is in operation.

The receiver is thermally protected from extreme heat conditions. Heat can have negative effect on the operation of the receiver’s
microprocessors.
0
When the ambient temperature at the THERMISTOR, inside the receiver case, reaches 160 F, the THERMISTOR will automatically shut the
appliance down and the RECEIVER will begin emitting a series of 2 “beeps”, every 4 seconds. When the ambient temperature, at the
0 0
RECEIVER, drops between 150 F and 160 F, the user can reactivate the appliance by pushing the MODE button on the transmitter. The
word ON must display on the LCD screen. When the MODE button is pressed to ON, the THERMISTOR “resets” itself and the fireplace will
0 0
begin operating again. However, the “beeping” will continue, if the ambient temperature remains between 150 F and 160 F. This “beeping”
0
alerts the user that the RECEIVER should be repositioned so the ambient temperature drops below 150 F.
0
When the temperature drops below 150 F, the “beeping” will cease, providing the user has “reset” the THERMISTOR by pushing the MODE
0
button to ON to operate the appliance, either manually or thermally. Allow sufficient time for the receiver to cool below 150 F, and then press
MODE button to stop beeping.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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 SKYTECH remote control or any of its
components will void the warranty and may be pose a fire hazard.

Do not connect any gas valve to 110-120VAC power. Consult gas appliance manufacturer’s instructions and wiring schematics for
proper placement of all wires.

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 gas valve and
remote receiver.

HEARTH MOUNT INSTALLATION

The remote receiver is be placed on the fireplace hearth or under the fireplace, behind the control access panel due to the connections to the
TH, TP, & TH/TP terminals on the gas valve. PROTECTION FROM EXTREME HEAT IS VERY IMPORTANT. Position where the ambient
0
temperature inside the receiver case does not exceed 160 F.

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. If the system does not respond to the battery
transmitter on initial use, see MATCHING SECURITY CODES

WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
A qualified electrician or a gas technician who is familiar with the gas appliance 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 and may also damage the remote
receiver.

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WIRING MILLIVOLT VALVES ONLY (WILL NOT OPERATE ON ELECTRONIC SPARK IGNITION SYSTEMS)

The remote receiver is connected to the TH, TP, & TH/TP terminals on the millivolt gas valve. Connect the (3) 18” gauge stranded wires from
the remote receiver to the gas valve. These (3) wires are marked TH, (Black Wire) TP, (Red Wire) and TH/TP (White Wire)

Note: The RED wire from the thermopile must match up with the RED wire from the 3301PBE on the (TP) terminal of the gas valve. The
WHITE/YELLOW wire from the thermopile must match up with the WHITE wire from the 3301BE on the (TH/TP) terminal of the gas valve. The
reason for this is the 3301PBE is polarity based. These changes will make the gas valve and the thermopile match the 3301BE.

TERMINAL BLOCK
ON MILLIVOLT
GAS VALVES
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
TH
TP TP TH temperatures. The remote receiver’s input signals come from the transmitter.

^
ADJ.
Connect each of the three (3) wires leading from the receiver to the TH, TP, and TH/TP
LEARN
terminals on the millivolt gas. These (3) wires are marked TH, (Black Wire) TP, (Red
REMOTE
Wire) and TH/TP (White Wire)
THERMOPILE/
PILOT LIGHT
ENERGIZE

REMOTE
RECEIVER

Black Wire TH

Red Wire TP
White Wire TH/TP

SYSTEM CHECK
MILLIVOLT VALVES
Light your gas appliance following the lighting instructions that came with the appliance. Confirm that the pilot flame is on; it must be in
operation for the main gas valve to operate.

Note: Always check for any gas leaks and follow all the instructions from the manufacturer of the appliance on the start up procedures of
the appliance.

1. Allow the thermopile to completely heat up, for at least 5 minutes. (Note: If you have a Ventfree product, you may want to allow a longer
heat up time, up to 10 minutes.

2. Once the thermopile has heated up, turn the main valve knob from the PILOT position to the ON position.

3. To activate the power going to the remote control receiver from the thermopile you will need to PUSH and HOLD the System Energize
button on the receiver for a minimum of 60 seconds before releasing the button. This will start the process of converting millivolts from the
thermopile into DC volts required to operate the receiver. This will continue for as long as the thermopile is in operation.

4. Use the transmitter of the remote control to activate the main burner of the appliance.

5. Slide the 3-position button on the remote receiver to the ON position. The main gas flame (i.e., the fire) should ignite.

6. Slide the button to OFF. The flame should extinguish (the pilot flame will remain on).

7. Slide the button to REMOTE (the center position), then press the MODE button on the transmitter to change the system to ON. The main
gas flame should ignite.

8. Press the MODE button on the transmitter to change the system to OFF. The flame should extinguish (the pilot flame will remain on).

9. Press the MODE button on the transmitter to change the system to THERMO. Advance the SET temperature on the transmitter to a
0 0
temperature of a least 2 F (1 C) above the ROOM temperature displayed on the LCD screen. With this manual setting, the normal
0 0
thermostatic cycle is overridden and the system flame will ignite. Set the SET temperature to at least 2 F (1 C) below the room
temperature and the system flame will extinguish in a few seconds. Thereafter, it should continue to cycle to on and off thermostatically
approximately every two minutes as the ROOM temperature changes, but only when the temperature differential between ROOM and
0 0 0
SET temperatures differ at least 2 F (1 C). The 2 F differential is the factory setting.

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Note: 3301 PBE system will need to be re-energizer if the Energize Button
remote receiver has been turned to the manual ON or OFF
position. This is done by depressing and holding the SYSTEM
ENERGIZER BUTTON for minimum of 60 seconds.
Note: 3301 PBEsystem will need to be re-energized every
time the pilot light is turned to the OFF position or the pilot
light goes out for any reason. This is done by depressing
and holding the SYSTEM ENERGIZER BUTTON for
minimum of 60 seconds.

Note: The Energizer Button must be held in for minimum of

60 seconds

TIMER

The countdown timer will operate in either the manual ON or THERMO mode. Once the appliance is in an operating mode, set the countdown
timer to turn off in 15 minutes. The timer function will allow operation to continue until the countdown “time” on the LCD screen expires. After
15 minutes elapses, the system should turn OFF.

If you have any problems with operation, recheck you connections and ensure transmitter batteries are fully charged. If no problem is found,
contact the dealer where you purchased your appliance/remote control.

GENERAL INFORMATION
MATCHING SECURITY CODES

Each transmitter can use one of 1,048,576 unique security codes. It may be necessary to program the remote receiver to LEARN the security
code of the transmitter upon initial use, if batteries are replaced, or if a replacement transmitter is purchased from your dealer or the factory.
When matching security codes, be sure slide button on the receiver is in the REMOTE position; the code will NOT “LEARN” if the slide switch
is in the ON or OFF position. Program the remote receiver to LEARN a new security code by pushing in the LEARN button on the top of the
remote receiver and then pressing the MODE button on the transmitter. A change in the beeping pattern, at the receiver, indicates the
transmitter’s code has been programmed into the receiver. When an existing receiver is matched to a new transmitter, the new security code
will override the old one.

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.

THERMO FUNCTION

When the transmitter is in the THERMO mode, it should be kept away from direct sources of heat such as fireplaces, incandescent lighting,
and direct sunlight. Leaving the transmitter in direct sunlight, for example, will cause its heat-sensing diode to read the room temperature
higher than it actually is; if in THERMO mode, it may not turn on the appliance even if the ambient ROOM temperature is below the SET
temperature.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Should you encounter problems with your fireplace system, the problem may be with the fireplace itself or it could be with the SKYTECH
remote control. Review the fireplace manufacturer’s operation manual to make sure all connections are properly made. Then check the
operation of the SKYTECH remote in the following manner:

1. Check connections from the receiver to the control valve for good positive connections. (Move the slide switch on the receiver to the ON
position if the appliance operates this will confirm that the wiring connections should be good).
2. Check for power from the thermopile to the receiver the voltage with the main burner OFF be no less than 450 millivolts. (Press the learn
button on the receiver if there is a beep sound from the receiver this will confirm there is power to the receiver from the thermopile).
3. Be sure the transmitter’s batteries are properly installed and that the battery output is 2.5 V or more.
4. Check to make sure the transmitter is communicating with the receiver.
• If the receiver beeps when the MODE button is depressed on the transmitter they are communicating.
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• If the receiver does not beep when the MODE button is depressed on the transmitter, you will need to teach the receiver the code of
the transmitter. This is done by holding the LEARN button down on the receiver and at the same time depress the MODE button on
the transmitter. A change in the beeping pattern, at the receiver indicates the transmitter’s code has been programmed into the
receiver.
5. Make sure the transmitter is within the 15’-20’ range of the receiver.
6. Positioning of the receiver is important. If the receiver is “enclosed” in a metal surround, the operation of the receiver may be affected as
noted below. Reposition the receiver to improve operating range. If the receiver is “enclosed” in a metal surround, this can:
• Cause the RF signal to get lost and not communicate with the receiver.
• Cause the working distance to be shorter than normal.
0
NOTE: A receiver located in an area, where the ambient temperature inside the case exceeds 160 F, will cause THERMO-SAFETY
feature to cut in, requiring you to reposition the receiver to stop the warning beeps, and to “reset” the receiver’s operation.
7. Due to handling and shipping of the unit, handling or dropping of the transmitter by the customer, and heat conditions to the receiver,
some units may need an occasional frequency adjustment. This adjustment is made to improve the communication and operating
distance between the transmitter and the receiver. See RECEIVER ADJUSTMENT.

RECEIVER ADJUSTMENT & RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT

A. To adjust at the receiver, use a small slotted screwdriver. Turn the adjustment screw
counter-clockwise about 5 degrees or a maximum of 1/8 turn. This should correct the Frequency
Adjustment
distance problem. Hole
B. If that does not correct the problem, return adjustment screw to original position and
then turn adjustment screw clockwise.

This adjustment is like tuning your radio. If you keep turning the adjustment screw, in either
direction, you will go past the proper setting (tuning).

BATTERY LIFE

Life expectancy of alkaline batteries in the SKYTECH 3301P BE should be at least 12 months. Replace all batteries annually. When the
Transmitter no longer operates the 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 in the transmitter. The Transmitter should operate with as little as 2.5 volts of battery
power, measuring at the (2) 1.5 volt batteries.

SPECIFICATIONS

BATTERIES: Transmitter 3V- 2 ea. AAA 1.5V, Alkaline

Remote Receiver (NO BATTERIES) FCC ID No.’s: transmitter –(K9L3301TX); receiver – (K9L3301TX)
Operating Frequency: 303.8MHZ Canadian IC ID No.’s: transmitter – 2439-3301TX; receiver – 2439-102-760A

FCC REQUIREMENTS
NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S
AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

WARRANTY
All warranty information is listed on the warranty sheet packed with this product. If you did not receive
this warranty sheet, please contact Skytech Systems, Inc. at the following:
9230 Conservation Way, Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(888) 672-8929 or (260) 459-1703

FOR TECHNICAL U.S. INQUIRIES CANADIAN INQUIRIES

SERVICE, CALL: 888/672-8929 or 877-472-3923
260/459-1703
Website: skytechsystem.com
MANUFACTURED EXCLUSIVELY FOR SKYTECH II, INC

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QUICK SET-UP GUIDE
FOR SKYTECH 3301P PROGRAMMABLE TRANSMITTER

This guide is a “short cut” method to SETUP and OPERATE the SKYTECH programmable transmitter. For
detailed instructions for each feature and function, see OWNER”S MANUAL.
INITIAL SET-UPSET FUNCTIONS USING BUTTONS ON FRONT OFTRANSMITTER

1. Remove battery cover. 1. SCALE (DEGREE F/ DEGREE C) –

2. Insert 2AAA batteries. Press UP or DOWN button. Press SET
3. Press SETTING button. button.
4. Replace battery cover. 2. DAY OF WEEK – Press AHEAD or
BACK button. Press SET button.
All further programming 3. HOUR OF DAY – Press UP or DOWN
button. Press SET button. NOTE: AM
to be made on front of
or PM on LCD.
transmitter. 4. MIN. OF DAY – Press UP or DOWN
Setting button. Press SET button.
Button

NOTE: Each SETTING will flash,

separately, on LCD screen. After each
SETTING you must push SET button.
You may not have to change factory
setting, but you must push SET button.
WE

2
OVERRIDE HOLD

AM
1
3 TIME

4
FLAME

OPERATION – Press MODE button on TRANSMITTER to change operating functions.

1

SU

MODE
1 ON indicates the system is on, either manually or
NITE

ON OFF THERMO PROGRAM

DOWN UP
thermostatically.
TIMER
TIME1 2 3 4 2 OFF indicates the entire system is turned off.
SET AHEAD 3 THERMO indicates the system will automatically cycle
PROG BACK ON/OFF, depending on programmed SET temperature.
4 PROGRAM indicates the system is operating with
PROGRAMME settings.
OTHER OPERATIONS – Press corresponding buttons on TRANSMITTER to activate functions.
TIME OF DAY – Press TIMER/TIME button for less than ONE second.
TIME OPERATION – Press and hold TIMER/TIME button for two seconds.
COUNTDOWN TIME -- pressing UP or DOWN buttons.
MODE
DOWN UP
NOTE: Press SET button to stop LCD Digits from flashing.
TIMER
TIME

SET AHEAD

PROG BACK
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QUICK PROGRAMMABLE GUIDE

FOR SKYTECH 3301P PROGRAMMABLE TRANSMITTER

This guide is a “short cut” method to PROGRAM the operation of the SKYTECH programmable transmitter.
For detailed instructions for each feature and function, see OWNER”S MANUAL.

PROGRAMMING DAILY OPERATION

DAY PERIOD TIME/TEMP
NOTE: A FACTORY PROGRAM is already installed in the
transmitter’s software. All 7 Days MORN 6:00 AM 70
You may change the daily “SET TIMES” and “SET Factory- DAY 8:30 AM 60
TEMPERATURES” by
following the instructions below. Programmed EVE 3:00 PM 70
NIGHT 11:00 PM 63

SHORT CUT PROGRAMMING

1. Press PROG button for more than 4 seconds. The PROGRAM FOR
a START AT boxes on the LCD will begin blinking.
MODE
2. Program DAY OF WEEK and PERIOD OF DAY by pressing AHEAD
DOWN UP and BACK buttons.
TIMER
3. Again, press PROG button. START TIME will begin flashing.
TIME
9 4. Program START TIME by pressing UP or DOWN button.
SET AHEAD
5. Again, press PROG button. SET TIME will begin to flash.
1 PROG BACK 6. Program SET TEMP by pressing UP or DOWN button.
7. Again, press PROG button. The next PERIOD and DAY will begin to
flash.
2
8. Repeat steps 2 through 7 for all 7 DAYS until each PERIOD OF DAY
SU
is programmed.
PROGRAM
FOR MORN 9. When all programmed settings are complete, then press the SET to
1 lock in new programming.
START
10. To REVIEW, either FACTORY or USER programs, push the PROG
AT AM

TIME SET
button for ONE SECOND; then scroll through each DAY and PERIOD
OF DAY by pressing PROG button, allowing ONE SECOND between
each press of this button. Press the SET button when through
reviewing the programmed times and temperatures.
4 6 11. To CANCEL user-customized programming, press and hold PROG
and SET buttons together, for 10 seconds; all USER programs will be
cancelled and the FACTORY program will return

NOTE: Push AHEAD or BACK buttons to advance day and period should you not want to change
each SET time or SET temperature.

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