beyoungsr 14 Report post Posted January 25, 2004 I just purchased what I hope to be a cheap remote control unit for my 110 volt burner. I am very optimistic about it working. All of my washing is in line of sight of my burner. The cost was $20.00 It is made by GE and is made for outdoor use. The range is up to 150'. An additional module is available to extend the range an additional 150'. On most occasions I would never have more than 150' of hp hose out. The maximum resistive load is 1440 watts. The maximum motor load is 1/3 HP. These specs. are well above my burners requirements The remote fob can control up to 8 devices and is powered by a small 12 volt battery. It is the size of a car remote. As soon as the rain clears I will let you all know how well it works. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
One Tough Pressure 580 Report post Posted January 25, 2004 Sounds like what I saw at Home Depot today, in the lighting department. I gave a brief thought to what you plan to do, but passed on getting one. Will wait to hear how yours does, before I act. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beyoungsr 14 Report post Posted January 25, 2004 OTP, Yes HD is where I bought mine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R. Williamson 14 Report post Posted January 25, 2004 I found this web site a few months ago. This might give you some ideas. http://www.bpesolutions.com/remote.html#anchor172207 Robert Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beyoungsr 14 Report post Posted January 31, 2004 Well we tried this remote out on this fine 36 F morning. It worked great. Used the remote to cut the burner on and off from various distances. The longest distance was 138'. On and off and back on with no problems at all. All engagements were however made with a clear line of sight. Anyway I am as tickled as a pig in...........! The remote will operate up to eight additional devices once you add additional modules. Now I am really thinking. Hmmm. Burner, lights, soap on and off ect. ect. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chappy 138 Report post Posted July 18, 2004 byoungster, How did you wire it? what model. was it a garage door type remote or a lighting/fan type remote. I went to HD today and was lost. (no I found my way about.) the guys there didnt have any ideas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beyoungsr 14 Report post Posted July 19, 2004 Jon, It plugs in between the my burner and 5500 watt generator. You should be able to find it in the outdoor lighting section. A fan remote module will not work due to the lack of range. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aplus 525 Report post Posted July 19, 2004 Is it an X10 device? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beyoungsr 14 Report post Posted July 19, 2004 X10??????????????????????? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aplus 525 Report post Posted July 20, 2004 X10 refers to a wireless protocol that is becoming increasingly common for use in home automation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beyoungsr 14 Report post Posted July 26, 2004 I guess this qualifies. It is modular and plugs in. No wiring required! So X-10 it is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timhays 14 Report post Posted July 26, 2004 ,please post a pic of your device. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beyoungsr 14 Report post Posted August 1, 2004 Tim, No camera at present. Had it stolen and have not replaced it with another digital model. Go to Home Depot and you should find the same model. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chappy 138 Report post Posted August 1, 2004 I looked at home depot, no such thing, and no one could figure out what I was talking about. do you have a specific brand or name it comes under? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seymore 90 Report post Posted August 1, 2004 Check out this web site if this is what you lookign for. http://www.x10.com/automation/automation_modules.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beyoungsr 14 Report post Posted August 2, 2004 The brand is GE as mentioned in the first post. Look in the outdoor lighting section of the store and you will likely find it there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
