{"product_id":"empire-white-mountain-hearth-variable-flame-remote-kit-natural-gas-rvkn","title":"Empire White Mountain Hearth Variable Flame Remote Kit, Natural Gas - RVKN","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Empire White Mountain Hearth Authorized Dealer\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0489\/1541\/5207\/files\/wmh_usa_240x240_160x160_d93dc8f2-31a6-42d4-ac60-d901fb6c03c0.png?v=1785324223\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Empire RVKN is the natural gas variable-flame remote kit for Empire White Mountain Hearth fireplaces. It adds a stepper motor to the gas valve plus a Proflame handheld transmitter and receiver, so you can turn the fire on and off, adjust flame height and use the thermostat functions from the remote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStepper motor sets flame height from the remote (Empire instructions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProflame transmitter with LCD display and thermostat functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceiver with ON, REMOTE and OFF positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural gas kit; RVKP is the propane version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRVKN (instructions cover RVKP-1 and RVKN-1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural gas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit parts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReceiver R11235, transmitter R11236, NG stepper motor R11381, wire harness R11237, batteries, hook and loop tape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmitter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 V (three AAA), 315 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReceiver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0 V (four AA), 315 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmpire DVC20, DVC26 and DVC28 (per current listing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Included and What You Will Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceiver, transmitter, stepper motor and wire harness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 AAA and 4 AA batteries, hook and loop tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will need: a T-15 Torx security bit and driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShut off gas and power, remove the HI\/LO knob, fit the stepper motor to the valve and connect the new harness and receiver, per the Empire instructions. Receivers near metal lose range. Have a qualified technician install it. Planning a fireplace project or need help matching parts? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nycfireplaces.com\/consultation-design\/\"\u003eBook a design consultation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0489\/1541\/5207\/files\/RVKN.pdf?v=1785325133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEmpire RVKP-1 \/ RVKN-1 Stepper Motor Remote Kit Installation and Operating Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes it work with propane?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. RVKN is the natural gas kit; Empire lists RVKP for propane.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan the fireplace turn on by itself?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmpire warns the receiver can light the appliance suddenly; keep away from the burner when using the remote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRelated reading: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nycfireplaceshop.com\/blogs\/buying-guides\/direct-vent-gas-fireplace-buying-guide\"\u003eDirect vent gas fireplace buying guide\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nycfireplaceshop.com\/blogs\/news\/nyc-fireplace-code-guide\"\u003eNYC fireplace code guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit instructions direct warranty parts orders through your Empire dealer with proof of purchase; Empire warranty terms for the fireplace apply.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"White Mountain Hearth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45058178187522,"sku":"RVKN","price":379.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0489\/1541\/5207\/files\/empire-white-mountain-hearth-loft-36-inch-var-flame-kit-natural-gas-remote-rvkn-36646845218860.jpg?v=1716088847","url":"https:\/\/nycfireplaceshop.com\/products\/empire-white-mountain-hearth-variable-flame-remote-kit-natural-gas-rvkn","provider":"NYC Fireplaces \u0026 Outdoor Kitchens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}