Sensi Wi-Fi Programmable Thermostat TM MANUAL OPERATION Version: March 2016 ©2016 Emerson Electric Co. All rights reserved.
Contents MANUAL OPERATION GUIDE Buttons and Icons 3 Basic Functionality 4 Manual Settings 5 Menu Configurations 6 Wiring Terminals 7 Back of the Face Plate 8 SensiTM Wi-Fi Programmable Thermostat | MANUAL OPERATION 2
Buttons and Icons The Sensi Wi-Fi Programmable Thermostat can be operated through Wi-Fi using the Sensi app or it can be operated at the actual wall unit. Advanced features such as thermostat settings, scheduling and email alerts are only available through the Sensi app. BACKLIGHT BUTTON Illuminates the thermostat for 10 seconds. UP ARROW BUTTON Adjusts the temperature set point or thermostat configuration. WI-FI STATUS ICON Indicates Wi-Fi connection status.
Basic Functionality SWITCHING SYSTEM MODE Press the “Mode” button to switch between all available system mode settings. When the Mode is “Off” the thermostat will not bring on your heating or cooling systems. FAN MODE If you want to circulate the indoor blower, you can switch Fan to “On.” Turn the Fan back to “Auto” when you want the thermostat to control your indoor blower as necessary. Leaving the Fan in “On” will run your blower continuously.
Manual Settings SETTING THE TIME MANUALLY When connecting the thermostat to Wi-Fi, the time will sync automatically. If not connecting to Wi-Fi, follow these steps to set the time at the thermostat. 3 1 Turn Wi-Fi Off. (Refer to section “Turn Wi-Fi Off” on page 4). 2 Press and hold the “Schedule” button. 3 The screen will go blank and the time will start flashing at the top. Use the up and down arrow buttons to rotate through the times until you get to the appropriate time of day. 4 Press “Exit”.
Menu Configurations Pressing “Menu” at the thermostat allows you to change a series of settings to customize the thermostat for your specific system. Refer to the chart below for a complete listing of thermostat configurations and what they stand for. If you are installing the thermostat on the wall for the first time, we highly recommend that you download the Sensi app and follow the installation instructions. Configuration Menu Items Reference No.
Wiring Terminals See below for definitions of the wiring terminals on the sub-base of the thermostat. TERMINAL OUTPUTS AND WIRING DIAGRAMS Terminal Label Definition RH* Power for heating, 24V RC* C** G Power for cooling, 24V Y Y2 Common wire, 24V Indoor blower (fan) First outdoor stage cooling on conventional systems or first heat and cool on heat pump systems. Second outdoor stage cooling on conventional systems or second heat and cool on two stage heat pump systems.
Back of the Face Plate Below is a picture of the back of the Sensi thermostat face plate. The back plate shows the jumper wires, battery compartment, and some useful information about your thermostat. MODEL NUMBER SENSI SECURITY CODE Necessary for connecting to Wi-Fi. Also found on a card in the packaging. Illustrates whether you purchased the professional or the DIY model. MAC ID RC/RH INTERNAL JUMPER WIRE Only clip this if you have separate RC and RH transformers coming out of the wall.
