Thermostat Features

Large touch screen with adjustable backlight – constant backlight option available with 24VAC.

Message center provides feedback and instructions.

7 day programmability or separately programmable weekday/weekend schedules.

Thermostat can be removed from the wall for easy programming (batteries must be installed)..

Front battery door access for fast, easy replacement.

Displays room temperature, temperature setting, and optional outdoor temperature..

Air filter, humidifier, dehumidifier, and HVAC service indicators..

Programmable fan control with fan circulation mode.

Easy to use temperature control can override program schedule at any time..

Progressive recovery ensures proper temperature at the start of a program event.

Built in compressor protection prevents damage to your equipment..

Dual power option (battery or 24VAC).

System test mode.

Specifications

 

Environment

Temperature

Operating: 32° to 120°F (0° to 48.9°C)

Shipping: -30° to 150°F (-34.4° to 65.5°C)

 

 

 

Relative humidity

Operating: 5% to 90% R..H.. (non-condensing)

 

 

 

Electrical

Operating voltage

24VAC (18 – 30VAC)

 

 

Current

Maximum: 2.5A (total), 1.0A (single output)

Maximum surge current: 5A

 

 

 

 

Dual power. Can be battery or 24VAC powered.

Power supply

When both the sources are available, battery will be used as

 

back up power..

 

 

Battery power

Battery power: AA size alkaline battery x 2

Battery life: Approximately 1 year

 

 

 

 

Thermal

Outdoor & Remote temperature sensor

Maximum distance: 300 feet

 

 

Room temperature measurement

Display range: 32° to 99°F (0° to 40°C)

 

 

Outdoor temperature measurement

Display range: -20° to 130°F (-30° to 55°C)

 

 

Setpoint temperature range

Heat: 40° to 90°F (4° to 32°C)

Cool: 50° to 99°F (10° to 37°C)

 

 

 

 

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Aprilaire 8600 installation instructions Thermostat Features, Specifications, Environment, Electrical, Thermal

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