GE RAK164P1, RAK148P1 installation instructions Important safety information, Specifications

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Important safety information.

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.

Specifications.

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)

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Contents Installation Instructions ThermostatsImportant safety information SpecificationsIntroduction Overview Thermostat Control Installation Instructions Turn off power to the heating and cooling system Use supplied screws to mount thermostat base to wallWiring diagrams Terminals for six wires 2 heat/1 cool system RAK148P1 only Setup screens for Configuration Mode are as follows Configuration modeConfiguration Mode Settings Each screenAdjust to control the minimum Cool set temperature allowed Adjust to control the maximum Heat set temperature allowedSetting the Room Temperature Setpoint Temperature OperationAir conditioning should come on within a few seconds Testing the thermostatStarting the thermostat Fan Test Heat TestHeat should come on within a few seconds Cool Operating functionsOff HeatSetting the time and day of the week Off position ProgrammingProgram Overview Press the button and hold for Seconds. The days of the week Heat temperature is displayed 60F to 85FRepeat Programming Factory preprogramming Low battery warning, Cool mode Low battery indicatorLow battery warning, Off mode Low battery warning, Heat modeCombination failure, Heat mode Combination failure, Off modeCombination failure, Cool mode Troubleshooting tips Problem SolutionPage Page Page Thermostat Warranty For The Period GE Will Replace