GE RAK148P1, RAK164P1 User Manual

Thermostats

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

Important Safety Information . . . .2

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

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

Low Battery/Combination

Failure Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . .18–19

Operating Functions . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15–17

Setting the Time

and Day of the Week . . . . . . . . . . .14

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

Starting the Thermostat . . . . . . . . .11

Testing the Thermostat . . . . . .11–12

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

RAK148P1 RAK164P1

Owner’s Manual &

Installation Instructions

LIA219-1 49-7544-1 11-08 JR

As an ENERGY STA R®partner, GE has determined that this product meets the E

NERGY STA R

guidelines for energy efficiency.

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

• DC Power: 3.0 VDC (2 “AA” batteries included)

• 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 (RAK148P1 heat

pump/resistance heat); 1-stage heat (RAK164P1 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 (RAK148P1);

R, C, W, Y, G (RAK164P1)

INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW

PARTS DIAGRAM

Reset

Switch

Mode

Switch

Hold

Switch

Display

Function

Switch

Fan Auto/On

Switch

Toggle Up/Down

Switches

THERMOSTAT CONTROL

Display Toggle Up/Down Buttons

Function SwitchMode/Hold Buttons

Fan Auto/On Switch

Two “AA” Batteries

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,

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

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. Move the Function switch to Off.

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. Insert two “AA” batteries into battery holder. Verify that they are oriented as shown on battery holder.

13. 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.

TO INSTALL THERMOSTAT (cont.)

14. Replace cover on thermostat by snapping it in place.

15. Turn on power to the system at the main service panel.

16. Test thermostat operation as described in Testing the

Thermostat.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Wiring diagrams.

Table 1: Terminals for five wires heat/cool system (RAK164P1 only)

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.

Table 2: Terminals for six wires 2 heat/1 cool system (RAK148P1 only)

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.

Configuration mode.

The configuration mode is used to set the RAK148P1 and RAK164P1 to match your heating/cooling system. These thermostats function with up to 2-stage heat pump systems (RAK148P1 only).

To configure the RAK148P1 and RAK164P1, perform the following steps:

Note: Operation being set will blink in the display.

1. Slide the Function switch to the OFF position.

2. Simultaneously hold the and buttons in

for 6 seconds while the thermostat is in OFF mode.

3. Press the or button to change settings within each screen.

4. Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen. Note: The Mode button will return you to the previous screen.

5. To exit configuration mode, slide the Function switch to Heat or Cool.

Configuration Mode Settings

The setup screens for Configuration Mode are as follows:

1. Temperature Scale (F or C)—

Choose Fahrenheit or Celsius. Press the or button

to select. Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen.

2. Temperature Differential— Stage 1—(1–9°F) (1–5°C)— (Factory Setting is 2°F/1°C for Each Stage)—Set the number of

degrees between your “setpoint” temperature and your “turn on” temperature for first stage.

Press the or button to set differential value. Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen.

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