Pairing Remote Control To Receiver; Receiver Power Requirements - ORTAL 40 Series Installation And Operation Manual

Pairing Remote Control to Receiver

To make sure your choice of remote control can operate your fireplace, follow these guidelines to set the code on
the radio frequency handset and pair the remote and receiver. These instructions are taken directly from the
electronics manufacturer Mertik Maxitrol:
1. Press and hold the receiver's reset button until you hear two beeps. The first beep is short, and the second
beep is long. After the second beep, release the reset button.
2. Within the subsequent 20 seconds, press the following button depending on the mode of operation:
o
10-Button Handset: Press the
on the handset display confirming that the synchronization and data exchange are in process.
o
Puck Handset: Press and hold the
o
Wall Switch: Use the 10-button handset to synch with the receiver. Once the remote and receiver
are paired, the wall switch will function normally.
o
myfire App: Use the 10-button handset to synch with the receiver. Once the remote and receiver
are paired, the App will function normally.
3. You will hear two short beeps confirming the connection.
NOTES:
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If you hear one long beep, this indicates the connection has failed or the wiring is incorrect.
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The connection between remote and receiver only needs to be made once and is not required after
changing the batteries in the remote or receiver.

Receiver Power Requirements

Batteries are not required for the receiver as an AC adapter is provided with every fireplace to plug directly into an
outlet.
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Screen units without additional options can run on battery in case of power outage.
o
4 x 1.5V "AA" (alkaline recommended)
o
Low battery indication: Frequent beeps for 3 seconds when motor turns.
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Units with additional options such as double glass, lighting, and/or power vent cannot operate without
an AC Adapter.
NOTE: Only the AC Adapter manufactured by Mertik Maxitrol is compatible for use with Ortal fireplaces. Use
of other adapters may render the system inoperable. Battery replacement is recommended at the beginning of
each heating season.
Ortal Installation Manual: Built-in Models, December 2019 (V2)
button. "CONN" and a running number from 1 to 8 will appear
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button approximately 4 seconds.
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