Maytag MERIT PLUS SERIES MPE-33R - Manual (Page 7)

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• When using the remote control, the power
on/off switch inside the body and the wall
switch (optional kit) must be on the OFF
position.
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION:
Figure 6
The Merit Plus Electric Fireplace is provided
with an Infrared light Remote Control.
All functions of the fi replace can be con-
trolled through the remote control. Note:
The Effective range of the remote control
is up to approximately 26 feet (8 meters).
The functions identifi ed on the remote (see
Figure 6) are as follows:
A. POWER BUTTON
Press once to turn on power to fi replace.
B. INDICATING LIGHT
Illuminates when signal is sent.
C. LIGHT BUTTON
On/off switch for fl ame and ember light.
D. LIGHT ADJUSTING BUTTON (DIM)
Reduces brightness of embers.
E. LIGHT ADJUSTING BUTTON (BRIGHTEN)
Increases brightness of embers.
F. HEATER ON/OFF
This button will turn the heater ON and OFF
independent of the main button.
G. TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
(HIGH)
Highest heat output, up to 86° F.
H. TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
(MED.)
Medium heat output, up to 75° F.
I. TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT BUTTON
(LOW)
Lowest heat output, up to 64° F.
J. FLAME ADJUSTING BUTTON (LOWER)
Reduces fl ame intensity.
K. FLAME ADJUSTING BUTTON (HIGHER)
Increases fl ame intensity.
Remote Control Operation Steps:
1. To control the electric fi replace by remote
control, the main power on/off switch
should be in the off position. This switch is
located on the front left fl oor of fi rebox (see
Figures 4 & 5).
2. When operating the remote control, it must
be pointed at the logs inside the electric
fi replace and a beep must be heard each time
you press a function button. The beep lets
you know the remote control is operating the
function button you are pressing.
3. Remote On/Off Button - The button on the
top left (see A) is the on/off power button.
When pressing this button you will hear a
beep, this will activates the power to the
fi replace. You must then press the display
button (C) to activate the lights.
Note: If the fl ame does not come on immedi-
ately, adjust brightness and intensity (buttons
E & K).
4. To increase the brightness, press and
release the light brighten button (see E).
Each time you press this button you will
hear a beep, and the brightness will increase
slightly until the maximum brightness
is achieved. To decrease the brightness,
press and release the light dimming button
(see D). Each time you press this button
you will hear a beep, and the brightness
will decrease slightly until the minimum
brightness is achieved.
5. Heater Button - To activate the heater, press
the heater button (see F), then press HI
(G),
MED (H), or LO (I). The heater is preset to
the following temperatures:
• HIGH will shut off when room reaches
approximately 86° F (30° C).
• MED. will shut off when room reaches
approximately 75° F (24° C).
• LO. (Low) will shut of when room reaches
approximately 64° F (18° C).
6. Flame Button - Press the Flame Adjusting
Buttons to achieve a higher or lower fl ame
intensity (see J & K).
7. To Increase Flame Brightness press and
release the (K) button. Each time you
press this button you will hear a beep and
the brightness of the fl ame will increase
slightly, until the maximum setting is
reached. To Decrease Flame Brightness
press and release the (J) button. Each
time you press this button you will hear a
beep and the brightness of the fl ame will
decrease slightly, until the minimum setting
is reached.
8. To turn the electric fi replace off, Press the
On/Off button once (A), when you hear the
beep the fi replace will be completely off.
When you restart your fi replace with the
remote control, all settings will restart at the
high settings programmed at the factory. You
may also simply press the (C) button to turn
off the fl ame and still use the heater.
POWER
ON/OFF
ON/OFF DISPLAY
Dimmer Brighter
EMBERS
HEATER ON/OFF
TEMP. CONTROL
HIGH MED. LOW
FLAME
LOWER HIGHER
A
C
B
E
F
D
H
G
I
J K
REMOTE CONTROL
CAUTIONS
• Do Not Use Old Batteries With
New Ones.
• Do Not Use Batteries Other That
The Type Specifi ed (2 Ea. AA).
• Ensure Batteries Are Correctly
Installed In Remote Control.