GE RAK148P1 User's Manual
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1. Monday 02 Tuesday etc 5 Pressthe v or A button to set the current day of the week Note Sliding the Function switch to Cool or Heat positions will lock the values into memory You may also press the Hold button to enter your programming schedule 14 Programming Program Overview The programmable thermostat has four periods MORN DAY EVE NITE that are customizable for each day of the week Each period will have a set time heat temperature and cool temperature The thermostat monitors the day and time while maintaining the specific conditions that you have chosen for each period in your program Note Operation being set will blink in the display 1 Place the Function switch in the Off position eros Li 2 Press the Hold button in for 6 seconds 3 Press the Hold button 3 times DAY 01 07 and PROG is displayed 4 Pressthe v or A button to change the day you want to program 01 Monday 02 Tuesday etc 5 Press the Hold button to advance to the next parameter Note You can always press the Mode button to return to the previous parameter Period is displayed MORN DAY EVE NITE 6 Pressthe v or A button to change period of day The display should blink the period of the day 7 Press the Hold button to advance to the next parameter Set time is displayed 8 Pressthe v or button to adjust hours Press the Hold button once and then press the or A buttons to adjus2. Compressor doesn t run There is a 3 minute time delay and a or turn off immediately 3 minute minimum run time for the when changing function compressor when it turns on off or setting Fan doesn t run or turn off This is normal On some models the immediately when changing fan may have a 3 minute minimum function or setting run time off time delay LO bat displays on screen Replace batteries with 2 fresh AA alkaline batteries Display reads 12 00 PM Set clock time Problem not listed above Press the Reset button once Reset button function time day and mode changed to last saved settings saved after power loss or when exiting program setup configuration and 20 program settings are unchanged Notes 21 Notes 22 Notes 23 Thermostat Warranty Staple your receipt here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to validate the warranty For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Full Replacement of the thermostat which fails From the date of the due to a defect in materials or workmanship original purchase What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your location Improper installation If you have an installation problem contact your installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical connections to the product Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the product or due to unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary ma
3. 16 drill bit drill holes in the locations you have marked for mounting Use a hammer to tap supplied anchors in mounting holes Align thermostat base with mounting holes and feed the control wires through the wire opening Use supplied screws to mount thermostat base to wall Insert stripped labeled wires in matching wire terminals See Wiring Diagrams section of this manual A CA UTI ON 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 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 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 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 Wiring diagrams Table 1 Terminals for five wires heat cool system RAK164P1 only 24 VAC COMMON AUXILIARY HEAT ELECTRIC 24 VAC HOT COMPRESSOR INDOOR FAN Note Connect G terminal of thermostat to Zoneline Gl terminal for low fan speed or terminal Gh for high fan speed Only one can
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5. C for Each Stage Set the number of degrees between your setpoint temperature and your turn on temperature for first stage Press the v or A button to set differential value Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen 3 Temperature Differential Stage se 2 RAK148P1 only 1 9 F 1 5 C Set the number of degrees between when stage 1 turns on and stage 2 turns on Press the v or button to set differential value Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen gt 4 Minimum Cool Setpoint 60 64 rn 66 68 70 72 74 76 F 15 17 19 Ft 20 21 22 23 24 C R Adjust to control the minimum Cool set temperature allowed Press the v or A button to select Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen o 5 Maximum Heat Setpoint 65 70 72 74 76 78 80 85 F 18 21 22 ri 23 24 26 27 29 C Adjust to control the maximum Heat set temperature allowed Press the v or button to select Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen 6 Room temperature offset 9 F G to 9 F 5 C to 5 C st Adjust to calibrate displayed room temperature to match actual room temperature Press the v or A button to select Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen Move the Function switch to Heat or Cool position to lock the settings into memory Operation The RAK148P1 and RAK164P1 thermostats have b
6. Digital Programmable Thermostats ge com Owner s Manual amp Installation Instructions RAK148P1 RAK164P1 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 00ee eee e ee eee 24 As an ENERGY STAR partner WC ON GE has determined that this P Ad product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency ENERGY STAR LIA219 1 49 7544 1 11 08 JR Important safety information A WA R N N G Always turn off power at the main power supply before installing cleaning or removing the thermostat e 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 Specifications Electrical rating e 24 VAC 18 30 VAC 1
7. Lu JE failure indication 22 00 The display ILI will toggle between the low battery screen and the 12 00 screen Non Program Cool Mode Shown 2d TU eor LI Combination failure Heat mode The thermostat will display a low peg battery indication as well as a power LU WI failure indication 12 00 The display BRE LA will toggle between the low battery screen and the 12 00 screen Non Program Heat Mode Shown 18 171 eur Lt 19 Troubleshooting tips Problem Solution No display Check for 24 VAC at thermostat display is blank when 24 VAC is not present System fan does not Verify that wiring is correct come on properly All thermostat buttons Verify that 24 VAC is present unit are inoperative locks out when 24 VAC is not present Thermostat turns on and Adjust temperature differential see off too frequently Setting a New Temperature Differential Program schedule activates Check time AM PM set on at the wrong time thermostat see Programming Thermostat does not Verify that it is in Program mode PROG follow program displays solid check time AM PM check if in Hold mode PROG flashing PROG flashes Press Hold button to remove from in Hold mode Hold mode Fan runs continuously Check Fan Auto On switch If set to ON position fan will run continuously Room temperature is Verify that wall hole is plugged not correct with putty or insulation
8. 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 C W Y G RAK164P1 INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW THERMOSTAT CONTROL Display Toggle Up Down Buttons Mode Hold Cool Off Heat Mode Hold Buttons Function Switch Fan Auto On Switch PARTS DIAGRAM Display Switches Toggle Up Down AAT p Two AA 101 Batteries R c w Y G 8 ol Sl ow 10 ote sw ON Rese Mode Hold Function Fan Auto On ch Switch Switch Switch Switch INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Turn off power at the main service panel by removing the fuse or E switching the appropriate circuit breaker to the OFF position before removing the existing thermostat PACKAGE CONTENTS TOOLS REQUIRED Package includes Thermostat on base thermostat cover 2 AA batteri
9. be selected 6 Table 2 Terminals for six wires 2 heat 1 cool system RAK148P1 only AUXILIARY HEAT ELECTRIC REVERSING VALVE HEAT ACTIVE COMPRESSOR INDOOR FAN 24 VAC HOT 24 VAC COMMON 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 v and buttons in for 6 seconds while the thermostat is in OFF mode 3 Pressthe v or A 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 r Press the v or A button to select Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen 2 Temperature Differential si f Stage 1 1 9 F 1 5 C rF Factory Setting is 2 F 1
10. e thermostat will display a low battery indication The display will toggle between the normal display and the low battery indication Low battery warning Cool mode The thermostat will display a low battery indication The display will toggle between the normal Cool mode display or program Cool mode display and the low battery indication Low battery warning Heat mode The thermostat will display a low battery indication The display will toggle between the normal Heat mode display or program Heat mode display and the low battery indication 18 u bre 0 OFF Pr PROG LI 1 1 UL Program Cool Mode Low Battery Indication Shown moo LU TUI LA Program Heat Mode Low Battery Indication Shown Combination failure power failure amp low battery The programmable thermostats with battery backup also will indicate a combination failure that is both a low battery condition as well as a power failure condition After the power is restored the following may be indicated Combination failure Off mode The thermostat will display a low qup battery indication as well as a power o LL Of failure indication 12 00 The display pt will toggle between the low battery screen and the 12 00 screen 1 orr PM eor Ut Combination failure Cool mode The thermostat will display a low battery indication as well as a power
11. es wiring labels screws and wall anchors Tools needed Drill with 3 16 bit hammer screwdriver TO REMOVE EXISTING THERMOSTAT Turn off power to heating and cooling system by removing the fuse or switching off the appropriate circuit breaker Remove cover of old thermostat This should expose the wires Label the existing wires with the enclosed wire labels before removing wires After labeling wires remove wires from wire terminals Remove existing thermostat base from wall Referto the following section for instructions on how to install this thermostat 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 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 To remove cover insert and twist a coin or screwdriver in the slots on the sides of the thermostat 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 Mark the placement of the mounting holes Set thermostat base and cover away from working area Using a 3
12. intenance In commercial locations labor necessary to move the unit after it has been initially installed to a location where it is accessible for service by an individual technician or if the instructions included in this manual have been disregarded Replacement of location fuses or the resetting of circuit breakers Damage to the product caused by improper power supply voltage accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this thermostat EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product exchange as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for use within the USA and Canada In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your site Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province To know what your legal rights are consult your local state or provincial consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General 24 Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville
13. is 2 degrees above the room temperature and the A C should turn off Note There is a 3 minute time delay and a 3 minute minimum run time for the compressor when it turns on off On some models the fan may also have a 3 minute minimum run time off time delay 11 Testing the thermostat Heat Test 1 Slide Function switch to Heat ua O position Heat mode screen is AM 1 1 displayed em 2 Adjust set temperature so it is 5 degrees above room temperature 3 Heat should come on within a few seconds 4 Adjust the set temperature so it is 2 degrees below the room temperature and the heat should turn off Note There is a 3 minute time delay and a 3 minute minimum run time for the compressor when it turns on off On some models the fan may also have a 3 minute minimum run time off time delay Note Quick Heat Recovery is activated each time the thermostat is switched from Off or Cool modes to Heat mode Electric heaters are energized until the thermostat set point is reached Heat pump operation will resume at next call for heat heat pump only Fan Test 1 Slide Fan Auto On switch to On position 2 Indoor fan turns on 3 Slide Fan Auto On switch to Auto position En 4 Indoor fan turns off LJ Auto 2 On 12 Operating functions Off e In this mode the thermostat will 9 not turn on the heating or cooling AM devices manual fan can operate en UL e Off is also used to access Set
14. ndard weekday weekend schedule 3 Slide the Function switch to Heat or Cool to exit Programming Mode 16 Factory preprogramming The programmable thermostat comes preprogrammed with the following schedule MONDAY MORN 6 00 AM DAY 8 00AM EVE 6 00 PM NITE 10 00 PM thru HEAT 70 F HEAT 62 F HEAT 70 F HEAT 62 F SUNDAY 78 F 85 F COOL 78 F COOL 82 F Use the following personal program schedule to record your settings MONDAY MORN DAY EVE NITE 01 HEAT HEAT HEAT HEAT COOL COOL COOL COOL TUESDAY MORN DAY EVE NITE 02 HEAT HEAT HEAT HEAT COOL COOL COOL COOL WEDNESDAY MORN DAY EVE NITE 03 HEAT HEAT HEAT HEAT COOL COOL COOL COOL THURSDAY MORN DAY EVE NITE 04 HEAT HEAT HEAT HEAT COOL COOL COOL COOL FRIDAY MORN DAY EVE NITE 05 HEAT HEAT HEAT HEAT COOL COOL COOL COOL SATURDAY MORN DAY EVE NITE 06 HEAT HEAT HEAT HEAT COOL COOL COOL COOL SUNDAY MORN DAY EVE NITE 07 HEAT HEAT HEAT HEAT COOL COOL COOL COOL 17 Low battery indicator The programmable thermostats with battery backup have a low battery warning screen Please note that the low battery warning will not display while in a programming mode or settings menu The following are the only locations where the low battery warning may occur Low battery warning Off mode Th
15. t minutes 9 Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen parameter Note Transitions required after 11 59 PM must be programmed in the next day s MORN period DAY prog Li MORN DAY Ft PROG am H sun MORN 15 Programming Heat temperature is displayed 60 F to 85 F 10 Press the w or A button to adjust heat set temperature 11 Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen Cool temperature is displayed 60 F to 85 F 12 Press the v or A button to adjust cool set temperature 13 Press the Hold button to advance to the next screen Repeat steps 1 13 to program each day of the week individually or follow the instructions below to program every day the same as Monday When programming is complete slide the Function switch to Heat or Cool to exit Programming Mode DAY wy mE PROG Lj 1 BU ILI Repeat Programming Once the entire Monday Day 01 schedule is set the following procedure can be used to copy the Monday schedule for every day of the week After the complete Monday schedule is set see Programming above you will be at the Day screen 1 Press the w button once Day p 01 screen displays mos ii 2 Pressthe v button and hold for 2 seconds The days of the week stop flashing locking the settings into memory Once the schedule is locked in you can go through each day and make any required changes This feature speeds up the programming of the sta
16. up and Program modes Cool e In this mode the thermostat controls the cooling system e Press the Mode button to enter and exit the Program Cool mode In Program Cool mode PROG displays the thermostat will follow the program schedule that is stored in memory Heat e In this mode the thermostat controls the heating system Press the Mode button to enter exit the Program Heat mode In Program Heat mode PROG displays the thermostat will follow the program schedule that is stored in memory Hold When in Programmable Cool or Programmable Heat you can lock in the present settings indefinitely by pressing the Hold button once PROG flashes Press Hold button again to leave Hold mode PROG solid For a temporary Hold period raise or lower set temperature to desired set temperature The thermostat will automatically return to programmed set temperature after 2 hours 13 Setting the time and day of the week The time and day of the week must be set for your program schedule to operate correctly 1 Slide the Function switch to the Off position 2m Y 210 2 Press the Hold button in for 6 seconds 3 Pressthe v or A button to 200 adjust the time in hours Press the Hold button once Now press the v or A button to adjust the time in minutes 4 Press the Hold button while the time is displayed The display ve ed shows the day currently set on the thermostat 01
17. uttons that are used to e Adjust the setpoints of the thermostat Set the modes Program the schedule Setting the Room Temperature Setpoint Temperature 1 With the Function switch at Cool or Heat the current temperature setpoint displays 2 Pressthe v or A button until the desired temperature setpoint displays 3 The new temperature setpoint is automatically saved in memory 10 Starting the thermostat A CA UTI ON Do not use air conditioning when the outdoor temperature is below 50 degrees This can damage your air conditioning system and cause personal injuries 1 Move the Fan Auto On switch to the Auto position On position runs indoor eu fan continuously 2 Move the Function switch to Cool or Heat depending on the season Time Room Temperature OFF Indicator Testing the thermostat Once the thermostat is installed it should be thoroughly tested A CA U TI ON Do not use air conditioning when the outdoor temperature is below 50 degrees This can damage your air conditioning system and cause personal injuries Note Before testing the thermostat move the Fan Auto On switch to the Auto position Cool Test 1 Slide Function switch to Cool coor position Cool mode screen is ou oO 11 displayed em IL 2 Adjust set temperature so it is 5 degrees below room temperature 3 Air conditioning should come on within a few seconds 4 Adjust the set temperature so it
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