OWNER’S MANUAL
OPERATING
HEATER
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8.Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob.
•If control knob does not pop out when released, contact a qualified service person or gas supplier for repairs.
Note: If pilot goes out, repeat steps 4 through 8.
9.Slightly push in and turn control
knob counterclockwise 
to the ON position.
10.Wait one minute and switch selector switch to the ON position to light burner. Note: AUTO is only func- tional when using GWMT1, or GWMS2 optional accessories.
11.Set flame adjustment knob to any level between HI and LO.
CAUTION: Do not try to adjust heating levels by using the equip- ment shutoff valve.
WARNING: Make sure the se- lector switch is in the OFF position when you are away from home for long periods of time. Heater will come on automatically with selec- tor switch in the ON position.
Pilot Burner | Ignitor |
| Electrode |
Figure 23 - Natural Gas Pilot
Pilot Burner | Ignitor |
| Electrode |
Figure 24 - Propane/LP Gas Pilot
TO TURN OFF GAS
TO APPLIANCE
Shutting Off Heater
1.Turn control knob clockwise 
to the OFF position.
2a. Set selector switch in the OFF position.
2b. If Using Optional
Shutting Off Burner Only (pilot stays lit)
You may shut off the burner and keep the pilot lit by doing one of the following:
1.Turn control knob clockwise 
to the PILOT position.
2.Use remote control manual OFF button.
3.Set selector switch in the OFF position.
MANUAL LIGHTING
PROCEDURE
1.Follow steps 1 through 6 under Light- ing Instructions, page 14.
2.Depress control knob and light pilot with match.
3.Keep control knob pressed in for 30 seconds after lighting pilot. After 30 seconds, release control knob. Now follow steps 9 through 11, column 1.
OPTIONAL REMOTE
OPERATION
Note: All remote control accessories must be purchased separately (see Accessories, page 24). Follow instructions included with the remote control.
Thermostat Control Operation
(Optional GHRCTA Series Only) The thermostat control setting on the remote control unit can be set to any comfort level between WARMER and COOLER. The burner will turn on and off automati- cally to maintain the comfort level you select. The ideal comfort setting will vary by household depending upon the amount of space to be heated, the output of the central heating system, etc.
For wall thermostat operation, follow in- structions supplied with thermostat ac- cessory GWMT1. For wall switch opera- tion follow instructions supplied with GWMS2.
NOTICE: You must light the pilot before using the
1.After lighting, let pilot flame burn for about one minute. Turn control knob to ON position. Adjust flame adjust- ment knob anywhere between HI and LO. Slide the selector switch to the REMOTE position. NOTE: The burner may light if
IMPORTANT: Do not leave the se- lector switch in the REMOTE posi- tion when the pilot is not lit. This will drain the battery.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to press the ON/OFF buttons on the hand held remote control unit for up to 3 sec- onds to assure proper operation.
GHRC Series Operation:
2a. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the burner on and off. When turning burner off, the pilot will remain lit.
GHRCTA Series Operation
2b. Press the AUTO/ON/OFF button on the
•In the ON mode, the burners will ignite. The heater is in manual mode when ON is lit.
•In the AUTO mode, the thermostat in the
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