Napoleon Gas Fireplace: Remote control: blank display or cannot turn fireplace off
Remote control: blank display or cannot turn fireplace off on a Napoleon gas fireplace: Transmitter display blank, or transmitter will not shut the fireplace off.
Applies to: Napoleon fireplaces with Wolf Steel approved remotes (service manual)
Common causes of remote control: blank display or cannot turn fireplace off
- Dead or reversed batteries
- Receiver overheated (above 140F while running)
- Too far from receiver
How to fix remote control: blank display or cannot turn fireplace off: step by step
- Install fresh alkaline batteries with correct polarity; after removing old batteries wait at least 1 minute before fitting new ones.
- Watch the low battery indicator and replace batteries when it shows.
- Check receiver temperature - must be below 140F with the fireplace on.
- Move closer to the receiver.
If the unit shows an error code, look it up: Napoleon Gas Fireplace codes
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Source: Napoleon (Wolf Steel) Service Manual W415-0118, Part 4 Other Issues, Remote Control Guide, p.30. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.
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