GE RAK148D1, RAK164D1 User Manual

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Configuration Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9

Important Safety

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . 4–7

Introduction Overview . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Operating Functions . . . . . . . . 11–12

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Starting the Thermostat . . . . . . . . .10

Terminal Designator

Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Testing the Thermostat . . . . . .10–11

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

RAK148D1
RAK164D1

Owner’s Manual &

Installation Instructions

LIA220-1 49-7543-1 11-08 JR

Thermostats

Important safety information.

Specifications.

WARNING! Always turn off power at the

main power supply before installing, cleaning or removing
the thermostat.

• This thermostat is for 24 VAC applications only. Do not use
on voltages over 30 VAC.

• All wiring must conform to local and national electrical and
building codes.

• Do not use air conditioning when the outdoor temperature
is below 50 degrees; this can damage your A/C system and
cause personal injuries.

• Use this thermostat only as described in this manual.

Electrical rating: • 24 VAC (18–30 VAC)

• 1 amp maximum per terminal

• 4 amp maximum total load

Operating temperature range: 40°F–99°F (4°C–37°C)
Temperature set range: 60°F–85°F (15°C–29°C)
Accuracy: ± 1°F (± 0.5°C)
System configurations: 2-stage heat (RAK148D1 heat

pump/resistance heat); 1-stage heat (RAK164D1 resistance heat);
1-stage cool

Timing: Anti-short cycle: 3 minutes (minimum compressor
run time/off time). Note: There may be a 3 minute minimum
fan run time/off time on some models.

Terminations: R, C, W, Y, G, B (RAK148D1);

R, C, W, Y, G (RAK164D1)

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PARTS DIAGRAM

INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW

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Reset

Switch

SW5 SW6

Display

Function

Switch

Fan Auto/On

Switch

Toggle Up/Down

Switches

THERMOSTAT CONTROL

Display Toggle Up/Down Buttons

Function Switch

Fan Auto/On Switch

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

TO INSTALL THERMOSTAT

IMPORTANT: Thermostat installation must conform to

local and national building and electrical codes and ordinances.
Note: Mount the thermostat about five feet above the floor.

Do not mount the thermostat on an outside wall, in direct
sunlight, behind a door or in an area affected by a vent or duct.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD—Turn off power at
the main service panel by removing the fuse or
switching the appropriate circuit breaker to the OFF
position before removing the existing thermostat.

TO REMOVE EXISTING THERMOSTAT

1. Turn off power to heating and cooling system by removing

the fuse or switching off the appropriate circuit breaker.

2. Remove cover of old thermostat. This should expose the wires.

3. Label the existing wires with the enclosed wire labels

before removing wires.

4. After labeling wires, remove wires from wire terminals.

5. Remove existing thermostat base from wall.

6. Refer to the following section for instructions on how

to install this thermostat.

PACKAGE CONTENTS/TOOLS REQUIRED

Package includes: Thermostat on base, thermostat cover,

wiring labels, screws and wall anchors.
Tools needed: Drill with 3/16″ bit, hammer, screwdriver.

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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. To remove cover, insert and twist a coin or screwdriver
in the slots on the sides of the thermostat.

3. 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.

4. Mark the placement of the mounting holes.

5. Set thermostat base and cover away from working area.

6. Using a 3/16″ drill bit, drill holes in the locations you

have marked for mounting.

7. Use a hammer to tap supplied anchors in mounting
holes.

8. Align thermostat base with mounting holes and feed
the control wires through the wire opening.

9. Use supplied screws to mount thermostat base to wall.

10. Insert stripped, labeled wires in matching wire

terminals. See “Wiring Diagrams” section of this
manual.

CAUTION! Make sure exposed portion

of wires does not touch other wires.

11. Tighten screws on terminal block. Gently tug wire to
be sure of proper connection. Double check that each
wire is connected to the proper terminal.

12. Seal hole for wires behind thermostat with non-flammable
insulation or putty, or use a wall plate obtainable from
a local hardware or home building store.