GE RAK148D1, RAK164D1 installation instructions Troubleshooting tips, Heat, Problem Solution

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Operating functions.

Heat

In this mode, the thermostat controls the heating system.

• Press the < or > buttons to set the desired temperature.

Standby

Set

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

 

 

 

Thermostat turns on and

Adjust temperature differential

off too frequently

(see Temperature Differential,

 

Stage 1).

 

 

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; calibrate

 

thermostat (see Configuration mode).

 

 

Auxiliary heat not on

Adjust differential for 2nd stage

soon enough

(RAK148D1 only) heating, if required

 

(see Configuration mode).

Compressor doesn’t run or turn off immediately when changing function or setting

There is a 3 minute time delay and a 3 minute minimum run time for the compressor when it turns on/off.

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.

 

 

Problem not listed above

Press the Reset button once;

 

display will be refreshed.

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Contents Installation Instructions ThermostatsImportant safety information SpecificationsIntroduction Overview Thermostat Control Installation Instructions To Install Thermostat Wiring diagrams Terminals for six wires 2 heat/1 cool system RAK148D1 only Configuration mode Configuration Mode SettingsSetup screens for Configuration Mode are as follows Button Press the SW6 button to advance to the next screenAdjust to calibrate displayed room Turns on and stage 2 turns onTesting the thermostat Move the Fan Auto/On switch to the Auto positionTerminal designator descriptions Starting the thermostatOperating functions Heat TestFan Test OffTroubleshooting tips Problem SolutionHeat Page Page Page Thermostat Warranty For The Period GE Will Replace