THERMOSTATS DIGITAL PROGRAMMABLE Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions RAK149P2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............................. 2 SPECIFICATIONS ........................ 2 INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW ..... 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4 CONFIGURATION MODE ............ 8 OPERATING FUNCTIONS......... 10 TESTING THE THERMOSTAT ... 11 PROGRAMMING ..........................13 LOW BATTERY ...........................17 POWER FAILURE INDICATOR .18 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS .......20 LIMITED WARRANTY .........
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING WARNING FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD • Always turn off power at the main power supply before installing, cleaning or removing the thermostat. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock hazard. • Do not use on voltages over 30 VAC. Higher voltages will damage the thermostat and could cause shock or fire hazard. • All wiring must conform to local and national electrical and building codes. • Use this thermostat only as described in this manual.
INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW THERMOSTAT CONTROL Display Up/Down Buttons MODE Cool Off Heat HOLD Auto On Function Switch Fan Auto/On Switch Mode/Hold Switch PARTS DIAGRAM Up/Down Buttons Display Mode/Hold Switch Wiring Channel Mounting Hole Mounting Hole RESET Reset Button B G Y W C R 2 “AAA” Batteries COOL OFF HEAT AUTO ON Function Fan Auto/On Switch Switch 49-5000517 Rev.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD—Turn off power by unplugging the unit or by removing the fuse or switching the appropriate circuit breaker to the OFF position before removing the existing thermostat. Failure to do so could result in risk of electric shock. PACKAGE CONTENTS/ TOOLS REQUIRED Package includes: Thermostat on base, thermostat cover, 2 “AAA” batteries, wiring labels, screws and wall anchors. Tools needed: Drill with 3/16s bit, hammer, screwdriver and putty.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO INSTALL THERMOSTAT (cont.) 1. Turn off power to the heating and cooling system by removing the fuse or switching off the appropriate circuit breaker. 2. Move the Function switch on the thermostat to Off. 3. Remove the cover by inserting and twisting a coin or screwdriver in the slots on the top of the thermostat. 4. Put thermostat base against the wall where you plan to mount it. Make sure wires will feed through the wire opening in the base of the thermostat. 5.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO INSTALL THERMOSTAT (cont.) 14. Insert two “AAA” batteries into battery holder. Verify that they are oriented as shown on battery holder. 15. Replace cover on thermostat by snapping it in place. 16. Plug the unit in or turn on power to the system at the main service panel. 17. Test thermostat operation as described in the “Testing the Thermostat” section.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Table 2: Terminals for six wires 2-stage heat/1stage cool system B G Y W C R Note: Connect G terminal of thermostat to Zoneline GL terminal for low fan speed or terminal GH for high fan speed. Only one can be selected. 49-5000517 Rev.
Configuration mode > > > > < < < < The configuration mode is used to set the thermostat to match the heating/cooling system. This thermostat will function with up to 2-stage heatpump systems. To configure the thermostat, perform the following steps: NOTE: Operation being set will blink in the display. 1. Slide the Function switch to the OFF position. and buttons in 2. Simultaneously hold the for 6 seconds while the thermostat is in OFF mode. 3.
Configuration mode 3. Temperature Differential—Stage 1—(1–9°F) (1–5°C) Set the number of degrees between the “setpoint” temperature and the “turn on” temperature for first stage. Press the or button to set differential value. Press the HOLD button to advance to the next screen. Note: Default factory setting is 2°F/1°C for each stage. 4. Temperature Differential—Stage 2 (1–9°F/1– 5°C) Heat Pump (HPb) only Set the number of degrees between when stage 1 turns on and stage 2 turns on.
Operating functions Off • In this mode, the thermostat will not turn on the heating or cooling devices (manual fan can operate). • Off is also used to access Setup and Program modes. : PM OFF Cool • In this mode, the thermostat controls the cooling system. • Press the Mode button to enter and exit the Program Cool mode. • In Program Cool mode (PROG displays), the thermostat will follow the program schedule that is stored in memory.
Testing the thermostat Once the thermostat is installed, it should be thoroughly tested. CAUTION Do not use air conditioning when the outdoor temperature is below 50 degrees. This can damage the air conditioning system. Note: Before testing the thermostat, move the Fan Auto/On switch to the Auto position. Fan Test 1. With Function switch set to Off, slide Fan Auto/On switch to On position. 2. Indoor fan turns on. 3. Slide Fan Auto/On switch to Auto position. 4. Indoor fan turns off. COOL Cool Test 1.
Testing the thermostat Heat Test 1. Slide Function switch to Heat position. Heat mode screen is displayed. 2. Adjust set temperature so it is 5 degrees above room temperature. 3. Heat should come on within a few seconds. 4. Adjust the set temperature so it is 2 degrees below the room temperature and the heat should turn off. Note: There is a 3 minute time delay and a 3 minute minimum run time for the compressor when it turns on/off. (On some models, the fan may also have a minimum run time/off time delay).
Programming Factory Programming Settings The programmable thermostat comes preprogrammed with the following schedule: MONDAY MORN 6:00 DAY AM through HEAT 70R F HEAT SUNDAY COOL 78R F COOL 8:00 EVE AM 62R F HEAT 85R F COOL 6:00 NITE PM 70R F HEAT 78R F COOL 10:00 PM 62R F 82R F Setting the time and day of the week The time and day of the week must be set for the program schedule to operate correctly. 1. Slide the Function switch to the Off position. : PM OFF 2. Press the Hold button in for 6 seconds.
Programming > < Program Overview The programmable thermostat has four periods (MORN, DAY, EVE, NITE) that are customizable for each day of the week. Each period will have a set time, heat temperature and cool temperature. The thermostat monitors the day and time, while maintaining the specific conditions that you have chosen for each period in the program. Note: Operation being set will blink in the display. 1. Place the Function switch in the Off position. 2. Press the Hold button in for 6 seconds. 3.
9. Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen parameter. • Heat temperature is displayed (60°F to 85°F) / (15°C to 29°C). Note: Transitions required after 11:59 PM must be programmed in the next days MORN period. 10.Press the or button to adjust heat set temperature. 11.Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen. • Cool temperature is displayed (60°F to 85°F) / (15°C to 29°C). HEAT : AM DAY MORN > < PROG COOL : AM PROG DAY MORN 49-5000517 Rev. 2 > < 12.
Programming Use the following personal program schedule to record your settings: MONDAY 01 MORN HEAT COOL DAY HEAT COOL EVE HEAT COOL NITE HEAT COOL TUESDAY 02 MORN HEAT COOL DAY HEAT COOL EVE HEAT COOL NITE HEAT COOL WEDNESDAY 03 MORN HEAT COOL DAY HEAT COOL EVE HEAT COOL NITE HEAT COOL THURSDAY 04 MORN HEAT COOL DAY HEAT COOL EVE HEAT COOL NITE HEAT COOL FRIDAY 05 MORN HEAT COOL DAY HEAT COOL EVE HEAT COOL NITE HEAT COOL SATURDAY 06 MORN HEAT COOL DAY HEAT COOL EVE HEAT COOL NITE HE
Low battery indicator The programmable thermostats with battery backup have a low battery warning screen. Low battery warning The thermostat will display a low battery indication. The low battery warning will be flashing until batteries are replaced. 49-5000517 Rev.
Power failure Indicator The programmable thermostats with battery backup also will indicate a main power failure when the 24 VAC power from the room air conditioner is not present. Power failure The thermostat will display a power failure indication (“PF”) on the screen. Note: If “PF” is displayed, it means the 24 VAC power to the thermostat is lost. 18 49-5000517 Rev.
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Troubleshooting tips Problem Solution No Display Check for 24 VAC at thermostat andbatteries; display is blank when 24 VAC is not present and batteries are bad. System fan does not come on properly Verify that wiring is correct. All thermostat buttoms are inoperative Verify that 24 VAC is present; unit will not operate when 24 VAC is not present. Thermostat turns on DQG Rႇ WRR IUHTXHQWO\ $GMXVW WHPSHUDWXUH GLႇHUHQWLDO VHH &RQ¿JXUDWLRQ 0RGH 6HWWLQJ 7HPSHUDWXUH 'LႇHUHQWLDO 6WDJH DQG 6WDJH s
Troubleshooting tips Problem Solution Fan doesn’t run or turn Rႇ LPPHGLDWHO\ ZKHQ changing function or setting This is normal. On some models, the IDQ PD\ KDYH D PLQLPXP UXQ WLPH Rႇ time delay. displays on screen Replace batteries with 2 fresh “AAA” alkaline batteries. “PF” displays on screen. Check for 24 VAC at thermostat. Display reads “12:00 PM” Set clock/time Problem not listed above Press the Reset button once.
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THERMOSTAT LIMITED WARRANTY Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to validate the warranty. For The Period Of: GE Appliances Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Full Replacement of the thermostat which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. For Warranty replacement, contact your distributor. What GE Appliances Will Not Cover: Ŷ Service trips to your location. Ŷ Improper installation. If you have an installation problem, contact \RX
