Robertshaw 9700 User Manual

User’s Manual

Quick Start Installation and Programming

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PRODUCT FEATURES

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As an ENERGY STA R®partner, Maple Chase has determined that this
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• Attractive, StyleLine™ design

• 7-day programming; 4 pre-programmed
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setpoints per day

• QuickSet™ programming mode

• Autochangeover mode automatically
switches system from heat to cool

• Programmable fan control

• Detachable sub-base allows you to remove
mounted thermostat for easy, convenient
programming.

• Filter monitor notifies when to change or clean
furnace filter

• Programmable keypad lock prevents
unauthorized re-programming

• NiteView™ LCD display backlight

• Programmable residual cooling fan delay for
increased air conditioning efficiency

• Allows for up to 3 remote temperature
sensors

• Low temperature "freeze" protection

• Visual and audible low battery signal

KEYPAD QUICK REFERENCE

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MAIN DISPLAY (OFF MODE)

A few seconds after power up or RESET, the display shown
above will appear. The thermostat will be in OFF mode.

1. Press SYSTEM button to enter HEAT, COOL, or AUTO*
(changeover) modes of operation.

2. Press PROG/MAN button to enter program or manual
modes. Pressing PROG/MAN returns thermostat to
main display from any menu.

*AUTO may only be entered if "AUTO CHG" was enabled during installation
and you are in PROGRAM mode. (See "CHANGING DIP SWITCH SETTINGS.")

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Decreases or
reverses setting
on display.

Increases or
advances setting
on display.

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SET - Begins, saves, and advances
programming inputs

PROG/MAN - Sets thermostat to either
program or manual mode. Provides
quick return to normal operating mode
from any menu

QUICKSET - Allows quick programming
by enabling user to program all seven
days at once

LOCK - Accesses keypad “lock” and
“unlock” feature

FILTER - Accesses filter monitor
and status

SYSTEM - Accesses 4 modes of
operation: HEAT, COOL,
AUTO(changeover), or system OFF

FAN -Accesses two modes of fan
operation: auto and on

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The Maple Chase Item 9700 is directly compatible with 24V AC single stage heating and cooling systems.
It will operate with all standard forced air gas, oil, and electric heating and air conditioning systems as well
as hot water heating systems and single stage heat pump systems that do not have auxiliary or emergency
heating. No optional items are required.

This thermostat will automatically control the heating and/or cooling system. Once programmed, it will
automatically adjust the temperature setting and fan operation at your programmed times. When used
properly, this thermostat can reduce heating and cooling costs throughout the year.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Features ..................................2

KeyPad Quick Reference ......................3

Important Safety Information ..............5

Helpful Programming Tips....................6

NiteView™ LCD Display Backlight ......7

Removing Thermostat from Wiring

Subbase ................................................8

Programming ........................................10

Set or Change Time, Day, etc ........10

Selecting ˚F/˚C ................................11

Programming with Quickset..........14

Review, Change, or Personalize....16

Review or Modify Program ..........19

Programming Filter Monitor ........20

Checking Filter Monitor ................20

Resetting Filter Monitor ................20

Programming Keypad Lock ..........21

Unlocking Keypad ..........................22

Operation ..............................................23

Beginning Programmed

Operation. ......................................23

Resetting Thermostat ....................24

Selecting Auto Changeover ..........25

Changing Dip Switch Settings..............27

Replacing the Batteries ........................28

Cleaning ................................................30

Troubleshooting ....................................31

Warranty ................................................35

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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WARNING:

■ Always turn off power at the main power source by unscrewing fuse or switching circuit breaker to the off position
before installing, removing, or cleaning this thermostat.

■ Read all of the information in this manual before programming this thermostat.

■ This is a 24V AC low-voltage thermostat. Do not install on voltages higher than 30V AC.

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

■ Do not short (jumper) across terminals on the gas valve or at the system control to test installation. This will

damage the thermostat and void the warranty.

■ Do not switch system to cool if the temperature is below 50°F (10°C). This can damage the cooling system and
may cause personal injury.

■ The thermostat will not control your heating/cooling system without power. It requires four charged “AA” Energizer
brand batteries or equivalent alkaline batteries for thermostat operation, and a continuous 24V AC circuit for proper
system control.

■ Replace batteries every year or when “LO BATT” indicator appears on the thermostat display.

■ Use this thermostat only as described in this manual.

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HELPFUL PROGRAMMING TIPS

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1. Make sure the SYSTEM switch is in the HEAT or COOL position
before programming. The thermostat will not allow
programming in AUTO or OFF modes.

2. Make sure you set the time of day (note AM/PM indicator) and
day of week accurately to ensure correct operation.

3. The program schedule has a winter (HEAT) and a summer (COOL)
program. Both schedules will use the same time settings, but can
have different temperature settings. If you change the time setting
in one program, the opposite program will change also.

4. To control the system, press the SYSTEM switch until HEAT,
COOL or AUTO appears in the display. The thermostat will not
properly control the system to your desired setpoint
temperature unless it is in one of these operating modes.

5. To enter AUTO, you must first be in PROGRAM mode. Press
PROG/MAN button until PROGRAM appears in display. Then
press SYSTEM button to enter AUTO.

6. The QuickSet™ feature programs each individual day
simultaneously with the identical program. Each and every
day can then be individually modified to suit specific
needs/desires.

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NITEVIEW™ LCD DISPLAY BACKLIGHT

This thermostat incorporates a revolutionary new display backlight to make nighttime
temperature or program adjustments quick and easy. The NiteView™ display backlight uses
modern lighting technology to provide an even-flowing light behind the display. There are two
ways to activate the backlight:

1. Every time you press a keypad button or the ∨ or ∧ buttons to make an adjustment, the
backlight will automatically turn on illuminating the display. The backlight will turn off after about
a minute of inactivity.

2. Press the NiteView™ display backlight button located on the top of the thermostat (over the LCD
display). The backlight will turn off after about a minute of inactivity.

NiteView™ light button

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REMOVING THERMOSTAT FROM WIRING SUBBASE

Your new thermostat can be removed from its wiring
subbase for easy programming, resetting the
thermostat, or changing the batteries. The wiring
subbase will remain attached to the wall.

To remove thermostat from wiring subbase:

1. Press SYSTEM button until OFF is displayed in the
time field.

2. Gently lift the bottom of the thermostat up and out
as shown in Figure 1.

3. Pull thermostat up and away from wiring subbase.

To replace thermostat onto wiring subbase:

1. Align slots on top of thermostat with square pins
on subbase.

2. Latch the top of the thermostat into place. Pivot the
thermostat down and push in to lock the bottom of
the thermostat into place.

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Figure 1

To replace thermostat onto wiring subbase (cont.):

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3. Press SYSTEM button to put the thermostat into HEAT,
COOL, or AUTO mode. The thermostat will return to normal
operating mode.

You may reset the thermostat at any time. Reset is located on the
back side of thermostat in the lower, right corner. See diagram.
Pressing reset will erase ALL programmed information as well as
time clock and day of week.

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PROGRAMMING

PROGRAMMING

Set or Change Time, Day, Temp. Differential, and Residual Cooling
NOTE: During programming, the setting to be changed will flash on the display. If no key presses are made within 45 seconds,

the display will revert to the main display. Press PROG/MAN button at any time during programming to return to the main
display.

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1. Press and hold SET button while pressing PROG/MAN button. Release
both buttons. The display will show the time clock setting:

2. Press either ∨ or ∧ button to adjust the current time forward or
backward. The time will change in one-minute increments each time
you press either button. The time will scroll in 10-minute increments
if you hold down either button. Note AM/PM indicator.

3. Press SET button. The day of the week will appear at the top of the
display.

4. Press either ∨ or ∧ button to change to the current day of the week
(MON, TUE, WED, THU, FRI, SAT, SUN).

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5. Press SET button. The temperature differential (1˚F) will appear

on the display as 10˚.

6. Press either ∨ or ∧ button to change the temperature differential.

The differential may be adjusted from .5˚F (05˚), 1˚F (10˚), 1.5˚F
(15˚), or 2˚F (20˚). (If your system cycles too often, increase the
temperature differential setting.)

NOTE: If SYSTEM button is in COOL, the display will show ":60." This
is the residual cooling fan delay. If desired, press either ∨ or ∧ button
to adjust the fan delay to ":00", ":30", ":60", OR ":90" seconds.

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7. Press SET button or PROG/MAN button to return to main

menu.

Selecting ˚F/˚C

The thermostat displays temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit. If you
wish to change the readout to Celsius:

1. Press and hold SET button while pressing ∨ button. Release both
buttons. The display will switch from Fahrenheit to Celsius. If you
wish to switch back to Fahrenheit, simply repeat this step.

NOTE: All differential control is done in˚F even though ˚C is
selected as your display choice.

PROGRAMMING

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