For Best Performance; Thermostat Operation - Aprilaire 8554 Owner's Manual

110-792B 7/12/01
The Aprilaire Model 8554 thermostat is designed for accurate temperature control and easy
operation. The following guidelines should be followed to ensure proper operation of the thermostat:
1. When the thermostat is operating, close the cover to allow for proper air circulation over the
temperature sensor.
2. Do not place anything which can give off warm or cool air, such as candles, lamps, or portable
humidifiers, near the thermostat.
3. Although the thermostat is internally equipped to prevent short cycling of the heat pump, it is
possible to inadvertently override this protection. Do not start, stop, and restart the equipment
without allowing a minimum of 2 minutes between heating or cooling cycles.
The Model 8554 is a full-featured thermostat which allows for additional control and operations after
basic time and temperature programming is completed. In addition to the programming buttons used
to set up all event times and temperatures, additional buttons control the following functions:
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