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Your new White-Rodgers 7-Day Digital Thermostat uses the technology of a solid-state microcomputer to provide precise time/temperature control. This thermostat offers you the flexibility to design heating and cooling programs that fit your needs.
Features:
This thermostat is intended for use with a low voltage system; do not use this thermostat with a line voltage system. If in doubt about whether your wiring is millivolt, line, or low voltage, have it inspected by a qualified heating and air conditioning contractor or electrician.
Do not exceed the specification ratings.
All wiring must conform to local and national electrical codes and ordinances.
This control is a precision instrument, and should be handled carefully. Rough handling or distorting components could cause the control to malfunction.
To prevent electrical shock and/or equipment damage, disconnect electric power to system at main fuse or circuit breaker box until installation is complete.
Do not use on circuits exceeding specified voltage. Higher voltage will damage control and could cause shock or fire hazard.
Do not short out terminals on gas valve or primary control to test. Short or incorrect wiring will damage thermostat and could cause personal injury and/or property damage.
Thermostat installation and all components of the system shall conform to Class II circuits per the NEC code.
For California Residents: This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm.
ELECTRICAL DATA
Electrical Rating:
8 to 30 VAC 50/60 Hz. or D.C.
0.05 to 1.0 Amps (Load per terminal)
1.5 Amps Maximum Total Load (All terminals combined)
THERMAL DATA
Setpoint Temperature Range:
45°F to 90°F (7°C to 32°C)
Operating Ambient Temperature Range:
32°F to 105°F
Operating Humidity Range:
0 to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Shipping Temperature Range:
-4°F to 149°F
APPLICATIONS
For use with:
DO NOT USE WITH:
This thermostat is configured from the factory to operate a heat/ cool, fossil fuel (gas, oil, etc.), forced air system. It is configured correctly for any system that DOES NOT require the thermostat to energize the fan on a call for heat. If your system is an electric heat or heat-pump system that REQUIRES the thermostat to turn on the fan on a call for heat, locate the ELECTRIC/GAS switch on the back of the thermostat (see fig. 1) and switch it to the ELECTRIC position. This will allow the thermostat to energize the fan immediately on a call for heat. If you are unsure if the heating/cooling system requires the thermostat to control the fan, contact a qualified heating and air conditioning service person.
2 "AA" alkaline batteries are included in the thermostat at the factory with a battery tag to prevent power drainage. You must remove the battery tag to engage the batteries.
If "BATT" or "CHANGE " is displayed, the batteries are low and should be replaced with fresh "AA" Energizer® alkaline batteries. To replace batteries, install the batteries along the top of the base (see Fig. 1). The batteries must be installed with the positive (+) end to the left.
This thermostat is set to operate properly with a forced-air heating system. If you have a hydronic heating system (a system that heats with hot water or steam), you must set the thermostat to operate properly with your system. Change the second option in the configuration menu to SL (see CONFIGURATION MENU).
If at any time during testing your system does not operate properly, contact a qualified service person. Turn on power to the system.
Fan Operation
If your system does not have a G terminal connection, skip to Heating System.
‡ The 24 Volt neutral connection to terminal C on the thermostat is not required if the batteries are replaced once a year with fresh "AA" Energizer® alkaline batteries.
Heating System
Cooling System
To prevent compressor and/or property damage, if the outdoor temperature is below 50°F, DO NOT operate the cooling system.
Before you begin programming your thermostat, you should be familiar with its features and with the display and the location and operation of the thermostat buttons. Your thermostat consists of two parts: the thermostat cover and the base. To remove the cover, pull it straight out from the base. To replace the cover, line up the cover with the base and press until the cover snaps onto the base.
The configuration menu allows you to set certain thermostat operating characteristics to your system or personal requirements.
Press RUN to make sure the thermostat is in the run program mode, then press PRGM and RUN at the same time to enter the configuration menu. The display will show the first item in the configuration menu.
The configuration menu table summarizes the configuration options. An explanation of each option follows.
to go backwards to the previous item in the menu. To exit the menu and return to the program operation, press RUN. If no keys are pressed within fifteen minutes, the thermostat will revert to normal operation.
Press HOLD to change to the next menu item or press TIME to go backwards to the previous item in the menu. To exit the menu and return to the program operation, press RUN. If no keys are pressed within fifteen minutes, the thermostat will revert to normal operation.
Configuration Menu | ||||
Step | Press Button(s) | Displayed (Factory Default) | Press to select: | COMMENTS |
1 | PRGM and RUN | HOLD (0:00) |
0 to 8 hrs (in 15 minute increments) | Select temporary Hold time |
2 | HOLD* | , (FA) |
SL | Select FA or SL (Fast or Slow) heating cycle rate |
3 | HOLD* | d-L (ON) |
OFF | Select display backlight OFF or ON |
4 | HOLD* | E (ON) |
OFF | Select Energy Management Recovery OFF or ON |
5 | HOLD* | Filter (000) |
0 to 1950 hours (in 50 hour increments) |
Select filter replacement run time |
6 | HOLD* | LOC (OFF) |
ON | Select compressor lockout OFF or ON |
7 | HOLD* | 0 HI (0) |
4 LO to 4 HI | Select temperature display adjustment higher or lower |
8 | HOLD* | (F) | C | Select temperature display to F or C |
9 | RUN | Returns to normal operation |
Now that you are familiar with the thermostat buttons and display, read the following information to learn about the many features of the thermostat.
This section will help you plan your thermostat's program to meet your needs. For maximum comfort and efficiency, keep the following guidelines in mind when planning your program.
Look at the factory preprogrammed times and temperatures shown in the sample schedule. If this program will suit your needs, simply press the RUN button to begin running the factory preset program.
If you want to change the preprogrammed times and temperatures, follow these steps.
Determine the time periods and temperatures for your daily programs. You must program four periods for both the weekday and weekend program. However, you may use the same heating and cooling temperatures for consecutive time periods. You can choose start times, heating temperatures, and cooling temperatures independently for each day programs (for example, you may select 5:00 AM and 70° as the Monday 1st period heating start time and temperature, and also choose 7:00 AM and 76° as the Monday 1st period cooling start time and temperature).
Use the following table to plan your program time periods and the temperatures you want during each period. Fill in the complete table to have a record of your programs.
Follow these steps to enter the heating and cooling programs you have selected.
Set Current Time and Day
SAMPLE Heating/Cooling Schedule Plan (Factory Program) |
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Period | ALL DAYS OF THE WEEK | ||
Start Time | Temperature | ||
H E A T |
1ST | 6:00 AM | 70 F |
2ND | 8:00 AM | 62 F | |
3RD | 5:00 PM | 70 F | |
4TH | 10:00 PM | 62 F | |
C O O L |
1ST | 6:00 AM | 78 F |
2ND | 8:00 AM | 85 F | |
3RD | 5:00 PM | 78 F | |
4TH | 10:00 PM | 82 F |
Heating/Cooling Schedule Plan | ||||||||||||||||
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PERIOD 1 | PERIOD 2 | PERIOD 3 | PERIOD 4 | ||||||||||||
HEAT | COOL | HEAT | COOL | HEAT | COOL | HEAT | COOL | |||||||||
Time | Temp | Time | Temp | Time | Temp | Time | Temp | Time | Temp | Time | Temp | Time | Temp | Time | Temp | |
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NOTE
If you are programming your thermostat for the first time and you want programming for all days of the week to be the same as Monday's program, press RUN or HOLD at this point, and proceed to Enter Cooling Program. (This simplified COPY DAY feature only works the first time you program your thermostat. If you want to copy one day's programming to a specific day programming, refer to COPY DAY FUNCTION in OPERATING FEATURES. If you are changing your thermostat's programming, you must program each day separately.)
If the outside temperature is below 50°F, disconnect power to the cooling system before programming. Energizing the air conditioner compressor during cold weather may cause personal injury or property damage.
Follow these steps to check your thermostat programming one final time before beginning thermostat operation.
YOUR THERMOSTAT IS NOW COMPLETELY PROGRAMMED AND READY TO PROVIDE MAXIMUM COMFORT AND EFFICIENCY!
Reset Operation If a voltage spike or static discharge blanks out the display or causes erratic thermostat operation you can reset the thermostat by pressing , and TIME at the same time. This also resets the factory defaults to the configuration menu and program. If the thermostat has power, has been reset and still does not function correctly contact your heating/cooling service person or place of purchase.
Batteries
For optimum performance, we recommend replacing batteries once a year with fresh "AA" Energizer® alkaline batteries.
Symptom | Possible Cause | Corrective Action |
No Heat/No Cool/No Fan (common problems) |
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Replace fuse or reset breaker. Turn switch to ON. Replace door panel in proper position to engage safety interlock or door switch. |
No Heat |
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Re-light pilot. Set SYSTEM Switch to Heat and raise setpoint above room temperature. Verify thermostat and system wires are securely attached. Many furnaces have safety devices that shut the system down when a lock-out condition occurs. If the heat works intermittently contact the furnace manufacturer or local service person for assistance. Diagnostic: Set SYSTEM Switch to HEAT and raise the setpoint above room temperature. Within a few seconds the thermostat should make a soft click sound. This sound usually indicates the thermostat is operating properly. If the thermostat does not click, try the reset operation listed above. If the thermostat does not click after being reset contact your heating and cooling service person or place of purchase for a replacement. If the thermostat clicks, contact the furnace manufacturer or a service person to verify the heating system is operating correctly. |
No Cool |
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Set SYSTEM Switch to COOL and lower setpoint room temperature. Verify thermostat and system wires are securely attached. Same procedure as diagnostic for No Heat condition except set the thermostat to COOL and lower the setpoint below the room temperature. There may be up to a five minute delay before the thermostat clicks in Cooling if the compressor lock-out option is selected in the configuration menu (Item 6). |
Heat, Cool or Fan Runs Constantly. |
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Check each wire connection to verify they are not shorted or touching together. No bare wire should stick out from under terminal screws. Try resetting the thermostat. If the condition persists the manufacturer of your system or service person can instruct you on how to test the Heat/ Cool system for correct operation. If the system operates correctly, replace the thermostat. |
Furnace Cycles Too Fast or Too Slow (narrow or wide temperature swing) |
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Item 2 in the Configuration Menu is the adjustment that controls the cycle rate. If an acceptable cycle rate is not achieved using the FA (Fast) or SL (Slow) adjustment contact a local service person for additional suggestions. |
Cooling Cycles Too Fast or Too Slow (narrow or wide temperature swing) |
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The cycle rate for cooling is fixed and can not be adjusted. Contact a local service person for suggestions. |
Thermostat Setting and Thermometer Disagree |
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The thermometer can be adjusted +/- 4 degrees as listed in item 7 of the Configuration Menu. No other adjustment is possible. |
Clock Loses or Gains Time |
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The thermostat will maintain its program in memory even with no power/no batteries but the clock time will be incorrect when power is restored. See No Heat/No Cool/No Fan (common problems) above for items to check in the system. |
Heat or Cool Starts Early |
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See Configuration Menu (Item 4). |
Thermostat Does Not Follow Program |
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Check current clock and program settings including the AM or PM designations for each time period. If a voltage spike or static discharge occurs use the Reset Operation listed above. |
Blank Display and/or Keypad Not Responding |
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Replace batteries and check heat/cool system for proper operation. If a voltage spike or static discharge occurs use the Reset Operation listed above. |
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