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Electronic/Mechanical Thermostat installation and operation manual Model 40170 42998-01 01-19-2007
Electronic/Mechanical Thermostat installation and operation manual Model 40170 42998-01 01-19-2007
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Table of Contents Important Information 5 Tools 6 Uninstalling the Existing Unit 9 Installing the Thermostat 13 installing the wall plate 15 connecting the wires 17 attaching the thermostat 19 Operation 23 Indicators & Adjustments 25 Troubleshooting 28 Wiring Diagrams 30
Table of Contents Important Information 5 Tools 6 Uninstalling the Existing Unit 9 Installing the Thermostat 13 installing the wall plate 15 connecting the wires 17 attaching the thermostat 19 Operation 23 Indicators & Adjustments 25 Troubleshooting 28 Wiring Diagrams 30
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Your new Hunter thermostat will provide years of reliable service and year-round energy savings. Electronic/Mechanical Thermostat Model 40170 Congratulations! Please read this manual before beginning installation and save this booklet for choosing a Hunter thermostat. Thank you for complete operation instructions.
Your new Hunter thermostat will provide years of reliable service and year-round energy savings. Electronic/Mechanical Thermostat Model 40170 Congratulations! Please read this manual before beginning installation and save this booklet for choosing a Hunter thermostat. Thank you for complete operation instructions.
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Fired Boilers Gas - Millivolt Systems Oil - Standing Pilot Gas - Electronic Ignition Gas - Fired Furnace Electric Furnace Electric Air Conditioning Single-stage Heat Pump Systems This thermostat is designed to work on the following heating and cooling systems: Gas - important information This thermostat is not designed for Multi-stage heat pump systems or 110/220 V baseboard heating systems. If you are unsure what kind of heating and cooling system you have, please contact a qualified HVAC Technician for assistance. Fired Boilers Oil -
Fired Boilers Gas - Millivolt Systems Oil - Standing Pilot Gas - Electronic Ignition Gas - Fired Furnace Electric Furnace Electric Air Conditioning Single-stage Heat Pump Systems This thermostat is designed to work on the following heating and cooling systems: Gas - important information This thermostat is not designed for Multi-stage heat pump systems or 110/220 V baseboard heating systems. If you are unsure what kind of heating and cooling system you have, please contact a qualified HVAC Technician for assistance. Fired Boilers Oil -
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To install your new thermostat, you will need the following supplies: Flat-head screwdriver Small Phillips-head screwdriver Hammer Electric drill and 3/16" bit Two fresh 1.5 Volt (AA) size alkaline batteries Tools This thermostat includes two #8 slotted screws and two wall anchors for mounting.
To install your new thermostat, you will need the following supplies: Flat-head screwdriver Small Phillips-head screwdriver Hammer Electric drill and 3/16" bit Two fresh 1.5 Volt (AA) size alkaline batteries Tools This thermostat includes two #8 slotted screws and two wall anchors for mounting.
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Remove the existing thermostat cover to the back of the wall plate. uninstalling the existing unit 1. Turn the system power OFF from the wall. (Some thermostats may have doors that must be connected to access the wires from the existing thermostat. Some models may be removed or disengaged.) 3. Locate, but do not disconnect the wires. (If wires are not visible, they may have multiple covers, screws or other locking devices that open to the HVAC system OFF at the main power panel or at the furnace. 2. Turn the power to expose the wires and mounting screws.)
Remove the existing thermostat cover to the back of the wall plate. uninstalling the existing unit 1. Turn the system power OFF from the wall. (Some thermostats may have doors that must be connected to access the wires from the existing thermostat. Some models may be removed or disengaged.) 3. Locate, but do not disconnect the wires. (If wires are not visible, they may have multiple covers, screws or other locking devices that open to the HVAC system OFF at the main power panel or at the furnace. 2. Turn the power to expose the wires and mounting screws.)
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label the wire with this sticker: B O G W Y RC RH RH / R / VR / 4 24 Volt RH RC / VC 24 Volt cool RC Y / C* / M air conditioning compressor Y W / H heating W G / F fan G O reversing valve cool O B reversing valve heat B 10 if your existing thermostat is marked...
label the wire with this sticker: B O G W Y RC RH RH / R / VR / 4 24 Volt RH RC / VC 24 Volt cool RC Y / C* / M air conditioning compressor Y W / H heating W G / F fan G O reversing valve cool O B reversing valve heat B 10 if your existing thermostat is marked...
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... wires to the wall as you have a wire marked C, do not connect it to the chart. (If the terminals are not labeled, contact a qualified HVAC technician.) W RC Y G W Note: Wire colors do not always comply with standards, so wire color should not be ignored. uninstalling the existing unit, cont. 4. This wire is used . Using the provided stickers, label each wire and remove the existing wall plate...
... wires to the wall as you have a wire marked C, do not connect it to the chart. (If the terminals are not labeled, contact a qualified HVAC technician.) W RC Y G W Note: Wire colors do not always comply with standards, so wire color should not be ignored. uninstalling the existing unit, cont. 4. This wire is used . Using the provided stickers, label each wire and remove the existing wall plate...
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Remove the top cover from the new thermostat by pulling the two halves apart. 13 installing the thermostat INSTALLING THE THERMOSTAT 1.
Remove the top cover from the new thermostat by pulling the two halves apart. 13 installing the thermostat INSTALLING THE THERMOSTAT 1.
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... on the wall and pull the labeled wires through the opening . Remove the thermostat and drill two 3/16" holes where marked. 5. Verify that the thermostat is visually level and securely tighten both screws. 15 Insert the mounting screws through the opening . 3. INSTALLING THE WALL PLATE 2. Tap the plastic anchors into the anchors. Position the new thermostat on the Hunter wall plate, or if...
... on the wall and pull the labeled wires through the opening . Remove the thermostat and drill two 3/16" holes where marked. 5. Verify that the thermostat is visually level and securely tighten both screws. 15 Insert the mounting screws through the opening . 3. INSTALLING THE WALL PLATE 2. Tap the plastic anchors into the anchors. Position the new thermostat on the Hunter wall plate, or if...
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... and RC wire. CONNECTING THE WIRES 1. Loosen, but do not provide both an RH and RC wire, leave the jumper in electrical tape and carefully pushed back into the wall to the terminals as shown. Note: A jumper wire has been provided, connecting the RC and RH terminals for systems that do not remove, the terminal screws. installing the thermostat, cont. Match and connect the wires from the wall to...
... and RC wire. CONNECTING THE WIRES 1. Loosen, but do not provide both an RH and RC wire, leave the jumper in electrical tape and carefully pushed back into the wall to the terminals as shown. Note: A jumper wire has been provided, connecting the RC and RH terminals for systems that do not remove, the terminal screws. installing the thermostat, cont. Match and connect the wires from the wall to...
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Set the switch to HG for electric furnaces. (The switch has no effect when the system is set to cooling mode.) 2. Set the switch to STD for conventional systems. 19 Locate the HE/HG switch on the wall plate. Locate the HP/STD switch on the wall plate. Set the switch to HP for Single-stage heat pump systems. Set the switch to HE for a gas furnace or oil burner. installing the thermostat, cont. ATTACHING THE THERMOSTAT 1.
Set the switch to HG for electric furnaces. (The switch has no effect when the system is set to cooling mode.) 2. Set the switch to STD for conventional systems. 19 Locate the HE/HG switch on the wall plate. Locate the HP/STD switch on the wall plate. Set the switch to HP for Single-stage heat pump systems. Set the switch to HE for a gas furnace or oil burner. installing the thermostat, cont. ATTACHING THE THERMOSTAT 1.
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Insert two fresh AA alkaline batteries. 4. Restore power at the electrical panel or furnace. 21 installing the thermostat, cont. 3. Align the top cover with the the wall plate, and snap the two halves together. 5.
Insert two fresh AA alkaline batteries. 4. Restore power at the electrical panel or furnace. 21 installing the thermostat, cont. 3. Align the top cover with the the wall plate, and snap the two halves together. 5.
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The System Switch determines the operating mode of your furnace after its warm-up delay. 23 In a normal gas or oil furnace, the fan will be located in the Auto position. Select Cool, Off, or Heat. 3. The Fan Switch should normally be turned on by your system. Note: In Auto , The fan will be turned on along with normal operation of the thermostat. Set the Set Temperature slider to the On position. To run the fan continuously, slide the Fan Switch to the desired temperature. 2. Operation 1.
The System Switch determines the operating mode of your furnace after its warm-up delay. 23 In a normal gas or oil furnace, the fan will be located in the Auto position. Select Cool, Off, or Heat. 3. The Fan Switch should normally be turned on by your system. Note: In Auto , The fan will be turned on along with normal operation of the thermostat. Set the Set Temperature slider to the On position. To run the fan continuously, slide the Fan Switch to the desired temperature. 2. Operation 1.
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..., install two fresh AA alkaline batteries at your system OFF. Your system will turn your earliest convenience. 3. The Battery Indicator displays two battery conditions. The Thermometer indicates the room temperature. 2. The first warning is shut down Indicator, indicated by the Battery Indicator flashing once approximately every three seconds. When this warning appears, the thermostat is the Weak Battery Warning, indicated by the Battery Indicator flashing approximately twice every second. indicators and...
..., install two fresh AA alkaline batteries at your system OFF. Your system will turn your earliest convenience. 3. The Battery Indicator displays two battery conditions. The Thermometer indicates the room temperature. 2. The first warning is shut down Indicator, indicated by the Battery Indicator flashing once approximately every three seconds. When this warning appears, the thermostat is the Weak Battery Warning, indicated by the Battery Indicator flashing approximately twice every second. indicators and...
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... top cover to change the cycle time. 1. For maximum system efficiency and a sustained comfortable temperature your system run SHORTER, turn the Span Adjust clockwise. 3. Remove the top cover from the thermostat. 2. To make your system run LONGER, turn the Span Adjust counter clockwise. 4. Indicators and Adjustments, cont. Note: The Span range is in. 27 Your thermostat is preset to cycle your system is cycling either too often or not often enough, then use a small...
... top cover to change the cycle time. 1. For maximum system efficiency and a sustained comfortable temperature your system run SHORTER, turn the Span Adjust clockwise. 3. Remove the top cover from the thermostat. 2. To make your system run LONGER, turn the Span Adjust counter clockwise. 4. Indicators and Adjustments, cont. Note: The Span range is in. 27 Your thermostat is preset to cycle your system is cycling either too often or not often enough, then use a small...
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... heating or cooling will not turn on or off position. 2 a. Replace the batteries with fresh AA alkaline batteries. 1 e. If your system has 4 wires, ensure the jumper wire is in the off to the correct position. 1 b. My system continues to the system. 1 d. Wait. Check the HE/HG switch to ensure it is enough power to operate when the thermostat is installed between the RC and RH terminals...
... heating or cooling will not turn on or off position. 2 a. Replace the batteries with fresh AA alkaline batteries. 1 e. If your system has 4 wires, ensure the jumper wire is in the off to the correct position. 1 b. My system continues to the system. 1 d. Wait. Check the HE/HG switch to ensure it is enough power to operate when the thermostat is installed between the RC and RH terminals...
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wiring diagrams Single-stage Heat Pump System Jumper G Fan Relay Rc Rh O B W Y X Heat/Cool 24V Supply Cool Mode OR Heat X Mode Reversing Valve Compressor Contactor 2-wire Heat Only System Jumper Rc Rh W X Heat 24V or Millivolt Supply Heat Relay or Valve 31
wiring diagrams Single-stage Heat Pump System Jumper G Fan Relay Rc Rh O B W Y X Heat/Cool 24V Supply Cool Mode OR Heat X Mode Reversing Valve Compressor Contactor 2-wire Heat Only System Jumper Rc Rh W X Heat 24V or Millivolt Supply Heat Relay or Valve 31
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if your existing thermostat is marked... label the wire with this sticker: B O G W Y RC RH RH / R / VR / 4 24 Volt RH RC / VC 24 Volt cool RC Y / C* / M air conditioning compressor Y W / H heating W G / F fan G O reversing valve cool O B reversing valve heat B 10
if your existing thermostat is marked... label the wire with this sticker: B O G W Y RC RH RH / R / VR / 4 24 Volt RH RC / VC 24 Volt cool RC Y / C* / M air conditioning compressor Y W / H heating W G / F fan G O reversing valve cool O B reversing valve heat B 10
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diagramAs DE CABLEADO Single-stage Heat Pump System Jumper G Fan Relay Rc Rh O B W H X Heat/Cool 24V Supply Cool Mode OR Heat X Mode Reversing Valve Compressor Contactor 2-wire Heat Only System Jumper Rc Rh W X Heat 24V or Millivolt Supply Heat Relay or Valve 31
diagramAs DE CABLEADO Single-stage Heat Pump System Jumper G Fan Relay Rc Rh O B W H X Heat/Cool 24V Supply Cool Mode OR Heat X Mode Reversing Valve Compressor Contactor 2-wire Heat Only System Jumper Rc Rh W X Heat 24V or Millivolt Supply Heat Relay or Valve 31