ritetemp 401-014 manual Tools 1 Location, Install guide 8022C, C A U T I O N

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Install guide 8022C

Caution

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1 Location

To avoid electrical shock and to prevent damage to the furnace, air conditioner, and thermostat, disconnect the power supply before beginning work.

This can be done at the circuit breaker, or at the appliance.

You will need #1 Phillips screwdriver (small) and Drill with 3/16-in. (4.8mm) bit for this installation.

 

On replacement installations, mount the new thermostat in place of the

 

old one if possible.

 

On new Installations, follow the guidelines listed below.

 

Locate the thermostat on an inside wall, about 5 ft. (1.5m) above the

 

floor, and in a room that is used often.

 

Do not install it where there are unusual heating conditions, such as: in

 

direct sunlight; near a lamp, radio, television, radiator register, or

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fireplace; near hot water pipes in a wall; near a stove on the other side

of a wall.

 

Do not locate in unusual cooling conditions, such as: on a wall separating

 

an unheated room; or in a draft from a stairwell, door, or window.

 

Do not locate in a damp area. This can lead to corrosion that will shorten

 

thermostat life.

 

Do not locate where air circulation is poor, such as: in a corner or an

 

alcove; or behind an open door.

 

Do not install the unit until all construction work and painting has been

 

completed.

 

This thermostat does not require leveling.

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5ft.

(1.5m)

C A U T I O N

Your thermostat is a precise instrument. Please handle it with care.

Turn off electricity to the appliance before installing or servicing thermostat or any part of the system. Do not turn electricity back on until work is completed.

Do not short (jumper) across electric terminals at control on furnace or air conditioner to test the system.

C A U T I O N This will damage the thermostat and void your

Manual background warranty.

All wiring must conform to local codes and ordinances. This thermostat is designed for use with 24 volt AC and millivolt systems. The thermostat should be limited to a

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ritetemp 401-014 manual Tools 1 Location, Install guide 8022C, C A U T I O N