Installing The Thermostat; Required Tools; Installation Guidelines - Proliphix IMT Installation Manual

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Installing the Thermostat

This section describes the required tools, guidelines, and installation instructions for
the IMT.
Preventing electrostatic discharge (ESD) — Static electricity may cause damage
to the components on the thermostat's circuit module. Do not remove the
Caution
thermostat from the protective bag until you are ready to install the thermostat.

Required Tools

The following tools are required to install the Proliphix thermostat:
#1 or #2 Phillips head screwdriver.
Drill with a 3/16" or 7/32" bit.
Terminal block screw driver (included with the thermostat).

Installation Guidelines

Use the following guidelines to install the IMT:
If you are replacing an existing thermostat, mount the thermostat in the same
location as the thermostat in which you are replacing.
Tip
Install the thermostat on an inside wall, about 5 feet (1.5m) above the floor, and in
a room that is used often.
Install the CAT5/CAT5E/CAT6 cabling from the wiring center to the thermostat
installation site for model IMT550c. This is not required for the IMT550w model
(802.11 b/g wireless).
Install the thermostat in an area or room with adequate air circulation and where
there are no unusual heating/cooling conditions, such as: sunlight, near a lamp,
radio, television, radiator register, or fireplace; near hot water pipes in a wall; near
a stove on the other side of the wall, on a wall separating an unheated room; or in
a draft from a stairwell, door, or window; in a corner or alcove; or behind an open
door.
Install the unit after all construction work and painting is complete.
Proliphix Internet Managed Thermostat (IMT) Installation Guide
Part No. 600-03100-000, Rev. 4
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