T874/Q674
Thermostat/Subbase Combinations
Installation Instructions for the Trained Service Technician.
Application
The T874/Q674 Thermostat/Subbase combinations provide 24 to 30 Vac control for heat pump systems. See Table 1.
TABLE 1—T874/Q674 THERMOSTAT/SUBBASE COMBINATIONS.
Thermostat/ Number Changeover
T874N/Q674C 2 1 1 — OFF-AUTO AUTO-ON 5
T874N/Q674F 2 1 — 1 OFF-EM. HT.- AUTO-ON 6
T874R/Q674L 2 1 — 2
a
Q674 Subbase provides the wiring terminals, system switch and fan switch for system operation.
b
Provides manual changeover with the subbase system switch in COOL position.
a
Subbase
Model Heating Cooling Heating Cooling System Fan See Fig.
of Stages Stage Type of Switching
HEAT-AUTO-COOL
b
EM. HT.-HEAT- AUTO-ON 7
OFF-COOL
Operation
On a two-heat thermostat, the two stages of heat make
sequentially as the temperature drops. Make refers to the
mercury switch initiating a call for heat or cool.
There are about 2° F [1° C] between stages so that the
second stage makes only when the first stage cannot handle
the load. This is the interstage differential.
One or two LEDs (light emitting diodes) are included on
your subbase. Refer to the list below for specific meaning.
The CHECK LED lights when something needs to be
checked or done to maintain efficient operation of the system.
See your heating system instructions for the specific meaning.
The EM. HT. LED lights when the system switch is placed
in the EM. HT. position. Emergency heat is operating; in
most systems, the compressor has failed and the heat pump
is not operating.
The AUX. HT. LED lights when the auxiliary heat stage
is operating. The weather is cold enough that the first stage
cannot handle the load alone.
LEDs are not field replaceable or addable.
Recycling Notice
M3375
This control contains mercury in a sealed tube. Do not
place control in the trash at the end of its useful life.
If this control is replacing a control that contains mercury in
a sealed tube, do not place your old control in the trash.
Contact your local waste management authority for instructions regarding recycling and the proper disposal of this
control, or of an old control containing mercury in a sealed
tube.
If you have questions, call Honeywell at 1-800-468-1502.
Installation
WHEN INSTALLING THIS PRODUCT…
1. Read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow
them could cause a hazardous condition.
2. Check the ratings given in the instructions and on the
product to make sure the product is suitable for your application.
3. Installer must be a trained, experienced service technician.
4. After installation is complete, check out product operation as provided in these instructions.
CAUTION
1. Disconnect power supply to prevent electrical
shock and equipment damage.
2. To prevent interference with the thermostat linkage, keep wire length to a minimum and run
wires as close as possible to the subbase. Push
excess wire back into the hole and plug hole to
prevent drafts from affecting thermostat operation.
3. Do not overtighten thermostat captive mounting
screws because damage to subbase threads may
result.
4. Do not short across coil terminals on the relay.
This may burn out the thermostat heat
anticipator.
IMPORTANT: Thermostats are calibrated at the factory
using subbases mounted at true level. An inaccurately
leveled subbase will cause thermostat control deviation.
S. M. • Rev. 5-93 • • ©Honeywell Inc. 1993 • Form Number 60-1147—4
M3375
LOCATION
Install the thermostat about 5 ft [1.5 m] above the floor in
an area with good air circulation at average temperature.
Do not install the thermostat where it can be affected by:
—drafts, or dead spots behind doors and in corners.
—hot or cold air from ducts.
—radiant heat from sun or appliances.
—concealed pipes and chimneys.
—unheated (uncooled) areas such as an outside wall
behind the thermostat.
MOUNTING THE SUBBASE
The thermostat subbase can be mounted on a vertical
outlet box, horizontal outlet box or directly on the wall.
1. If you must mount the subbase on a vertical outlet box,
order 193121A Adapter Assembly (Fig. 1). The as-sembly
includes an adapter ring, two screws and a cover plate to cover
marks on the wall. Install the ring and cover plate on the
vertical outlet box.
For a wall installation, hold subbase in position and mark
holes for anchors (Fig. 2). Obtain wall anchors locally. Take
care that the wires do not fall back into the wall opening. Set
aside subbase. Drill four 3/16 in. [4.8 mm] holes and gently
tap anchors into the holes until flush with the wall.
2. Pull wires through the cover plate (if used) and subbase
cable opening (Fig. 3).
3. Secure the cover plate (if used) and subbase with the
screws provided. Do not fully tighten the subbase screws.
4. Level the subbase using a spirit level, as shown in Fig.
3, and firmly tighten the subbase mounting screws. The
subbase mounting holes provide for minor out-of-level adjustments.
IMPORTANT: An incorrectly leveled subbase will cause
the temperature control to deviate from set point.
WIRING THE SUBBASE
IMPORTANT: Use 18-gauge color-coded thermostat cable
for proper wiring.
Disconnect power supply before beginning installation to
prevent electrical shock or equipment damage.
All wiring must comply with local electrical codes and
ordinances. Follow equipment manufacturer wiring instructions when available. To wire subbase, proceed as follows:
1. Connect the system wires to the subbase as shown in
Figs. 5-7. A letter code located near each terminal is for
identification. The terminal barrier permits straight or conventional wraparound wiring connection (Fig. 4).
2. Firmly tighten each terminal screw.
3. Fit wires as close as possible to the subbase. Push
excess wire back into the hole.
4. Plug hole with nonflammable insulation to prevent
drafts from affecting the thermostat.
MOUNTING THE THERMOSTAT
1. Remove the thermostat cover by pulling the bottom
edge of the cover outward and away from the base until it
snaps free of the mounting slots.
NOTE: The cover is hinged at the top and must be re-moved
by pulling outward at the bottom.
Fig. 1—Installation of Q674 Subbase on outlet box.
VERTICAL
OUTLET
1
BOX
2
MOUNTING
SCREWS (2)
COVER
PLATE
2
MOUNTING
SCREWS (2)
M925
ADAPTER
RING
MOUNTING
SCREWS (2)
SUBBASE
HORIZONTAL
OUTLET
BOX
1
SUBBASE
1 NOT INCLUDED WITH UNIT.
2 ACCESSORY PARTS AVAILABLE (193121A).
Fig. 2—Installation of Q674 Subbase on wall.
WALL
WIRES THROUGH
WALL OPENING
WALL
ANCHORS
(2)
SUBBASE
M926
Fig. 3—Subbase components and leveling
procedure.
SPIRIT LEVEL
TOP MOUNTING HOLES (2)
WIRING
TERMINAL
TO SPRING FINGER CONTACTS
ON THE THERMOSTAT
(UP TO 12)
MOUNTING HOLES (2)
THERMOSTAT
CABLE OPENING
MOUNTING
HOLES
MOUNTING
SCREWS (2)
POST (2) FOR
MOUNTING
THERMOSTAT
M927
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2. Carefully remove and discard the polystyrene packing
insert that protects the mercury switches during shipment.
3. If LED indication (EM.HT., CHECK, etc.) is to be used
with the Q674 Subbase, install the preprinted insert under the
thermostat set point scale (Fig. 8). To install, push both
Fig. 4—Wiring connections.
FOR STRAIGHT
INSERTION–
STRIP 5/16 in. [8 mm]
thermostat set point levers to the far ends of the thermostat. Use
index finger to gently pull out the plastic set point scale about
1/4 in. [6 mm]. Drop insert into recessed area behind set point
scale so that selected LEDs show. Make sure insert is completely seated in recessed area. Let set point scale pop back, and
SUBBASE TERMINAL SCREW
set levers to desired positions.
Fig. 5—Internal schematic and typical wiring diagram for T874N and Q674C.
BARRIER
DEFROST RELAY
CONTACT
W1
OUTDOOR
THERMOSTAT
FOR WRAPAROUND–
STRIP 7/16 in. [11 mm]
L2
1
REVERSING
RELAY
L1
(HOT)
M928
H1
ANTICIPATOR
FALL
H1
FALL
H2
H2 ANTICIPATOR
C1
ANTICIPATOR
C1
CO
RISE
POWER SUPPLY. PROVIDE DISCONNECT MEANS AND OVERLOAD PROTECTION AS
1
REQUIRED.
FAN
SWITCH
AUTO
ON
SYSTEM
SWITCH
OFF
AUTO
W3
W2
CHECK
LED
(GRN)
EM. HT. RELAY
CONTACT
EM. HT. RELAY
CONTACT
G
R
X
L
Y
FAN RELAY
HEAT
RELAY 1
HEAT
RELAY 2
HEAT
RELAY 3
OPTIONAL
COMPRESSOR
FAILURE
DEVICE
COMPRESSOR
CONTACTOR
M1860
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