Replacing Batteries - Valor 1000KP Homeowner's Manual

Replacing batteries

WARNING
Do not attempt to access the batteries
while the fi replace is hot! Let the
fi replace cool fi rst before touching it!
Caution
Do not use a screwdriver or other metallic
object to remove the batteries from the
battery holder or the handset! This could
cause a short circuit.
Low batteries signals:
• Handset: battery icon on display shows 1 lit bar
• Holder: frequent beeps for 3 seconds when valve
motor turns.
BEFORE changing the batteries, turn the fi replace off
(including pilot) and disconnect the battery holder
from the receiver.
The fi replace uses four 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries in a
separate battery holder located next to the receiver
and one 9 V alkaline battery in its handset. Batteries
should last one to two seasons, depending on usage.
Removing the batteries in the off -season will extend
the battery life.
Fireplace
Battery
holder Receiver
Battery holder located next to receiver on
bottom of fi replace under removable panel.
To access the battery holder, unhook the barrier
screen, lift up the side doors and pull then straight
towards the center of the fi replace. Pull out the
removable panel under the window frame.
Wall
switch
Gas
valve
To replace the batteries:
1. Remove the barrier screen by pulling on it or un-
hooking it depending on trim model.
2. Lift up the side doors then pull them straight out
sideways towards the center of the fi replace.
3. Pull the removable panel straight out.
4. Locate the battery holder next to the receiver
and pull it out.
Battery holder
5. Disconnect the battery holder connector. Do not
pull on the wire!
6. Replace the batteries with 4 new AA alkaline bat-
teries. Avoid using old/new batteries together.
Caution
Do not put batteries in the receiver as leaking
acid could damage its circuit board.
7. Reconnect the battery holder to its wire.
8. Replace the holder to the left of the receiver.
9. Reinstall the removable panel, side doors and
barrier screen.
Using Handset Wall Holder
Your fi replace equipment includes a wall holder to
store the handset. If it hasn't been installed, refer to
the instructions in the fi replace Installation Manual.
Remote and wall holder
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