OWL Intuition RBT-3C Installation Instructions Manual

OWL Intuition RBT-3C Installation Instructions Manual

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Heating Control Room Sensor
[RBT-3C or RBH-3C]

Installation Instructions

Room Sensor to replace existing wired room thermostat. Alternatively can be paired to
optional Relay Unit to allow wireless connection to the boiler / wiring centre location.
Support for up to 4 separate heating zones. Provides programmer / time clock functionality.
Requires Network OWL to operate.
IN THE BOX:
2 x AAA
Room Sensor
Backplate
Safety Cover
alkaline battery
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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Room Sensor to replace existing wired room thermostat. Alternatively can be paired to optional Relay Unit to allow wireless connection to the boiler / wiring centre location. Support for up to 4 separate heating zones. Provides programmer / time clock functionality. Requires Network OWL to operate. IN THE BOX: 2 x AAA...
  • Page 2 Introduction This Room Sensor is a part of the OWL Intuition range of cloud connected monitoring and control products. Its operation is dependant upon being paired to the broadband Internet connected Network OWL (supplied separately). The Room Sensor provides both room thermostat and programmer / time clock functionality.
  • Page 3: Version Information

    Room Thermostat Type: Wired connection to boiler and Wireless connection to boiler - when paired to Relay Unit [RMx-6C]. Multi Heating Zone Control: A single OWL Intuition system can support up to 4 Room Sensors (one for each heating zone) in either a wired and/or wireless configuration (paired to Relay Units).
  • Page 4 Installation Instructions Single or multiple heating zones If this is a single zone heating system then simply follow these instructions. The OWL Intu- ition system will support up to 4 heating zones. For additional Room Sensors simply repeat these instructions for each one required. The web dashboard will automatically update the Heating widget with the additional device when you next log in.
  • Page 5 Network OWL. Now wait until the Network OWL is connected to the OWL servers (the top green LED should be flashing in a “triple blip pattern”). Log in to the OWL Intuition account at https://www.owlintuition.com (this is a secure connection).
  • Page 6 The Heating Time Clock defines the periods during which the home is automatically heated and to what temperature. These periods are called Comfort Periods. OWL In- tuition will intelligently calculate what time to switch the boiler on and off to maintain the target temperature for the whole of the Comfort Period.
  • Page 7 OWL Intuition Web Dashboard - Heating and Time Clock widgets © 2 Save Energy Limited 2013...
  • Page 8 The preset heating ‘Comfort’ Time Clock Preset Heating settings are shown in the table opposite. ‘Comfort’ Time Clock Settings These can be modified using the OWL Monday to Friday Intuition web dashboard. On the Heating widget click on the Start Time...
  • Page 9 Network OWL by clicking on the “Save To Network OWL” button. 5. Pair Room Sensor with Relay Unit (Intuition-cw wireless installations only) If this Room Sensor is being installed for a wireless connection to an OWL Intuition Relay Unit [RMx-6C] then please follow the Relay Unit Installation Instructions sup- plied with that device.
  • Page 10 The signal should be at least 2 bars and preferably more. Try moving the Network OWL closer to the Room Sensor if you have a signal strength problem. Ensure there will be enough space to allow easy screwdriver access to the two cap- tive screws located at the base of the backplate.
  • Page 11 Mains Supply OWL Room Sensor PLEASE NOTE - The battery powered Room Sensor has a safety N L 1 2 3 4 switch fitted and will ONLY work correctly with the backplate supplied. This backplate operates the safety switch when correctly fitted.
  • Page 12 For new installations , run a new cable between the boiler and chosen Room Sensor Location. The recommended cable size is 1.0mm . See diagram opposite. Ensure that the Live feed to the Room Sensor is correctly fused (3A or 5A maximum) - This protection is normally provided by way of a fused spur powering the heating system.
  • Page 13 • Y-Plan and S-Plan wiring diagrams are supplied with the OWL Intuition Tank Sensor product. They can also be downloaded from the Intuition web dashboard under Support & Manuals. • Please ensure that all installations comply with the current IEE regulations.
  • Page 14 A simple test for this is to press and hold the Comfort (+) button OWL Intuition-c Heating Control Room Sensor Backplate Wiring Terminal Description Neutral - Not used, may be used to ‘park’ unused neutral wire.
  • Page 15: Additional Installation Information

    You can factory reset the Room Sensor by pressing both the Standby and Away buttons together for a minimum of 10 seconds. The 3 LEDs will start flashing indicating that it is in pairing mode. Refer to Getting Started with OWL Intuition Network Gateway guide if you need to factory reset the Network OWL.
  • Page 16 BEFORE: Typical Existing Wired Room Thermostat Installation Boiler Wiring Centre Existing wiring Room Thermostat typically located in Hall or Lounge 19:30 Programmer Room / Timer Thermostat © 2 Save Energy Limited 2013...
  • Page 17 AFTER: Typical OWL Intuition-c Wired Room Sensor Installation = Wireless Pairing OWL Intuition Broadband Boiler Router Network OWL Wiring Centre Existing wiring OWL Intuition supports up to 4 heating Option 1 - Remove OWL Intuition zones each with a wired or wireless...
  • Page 18 BEFORE: Typical Existing Wireless Room Thermostat Installation Boiler Wiring Centre Existing wiring with mains power feed Wireless Relay Unit typically located next to Boiler or Wiring Centre Room Thermostat 19:30 typically located in Programmer Wireless Hall or Lounge Wireless Room / Timer Relay Unit Thermostat...
  • Page 19 AFTER: Typical OWL Intuition-c Wireless Room Sensor Installation = Wireless Pairing OWL Intuition Broadband Boiler Router Network OWL Wiring Centre Existing wiring with mains power feed Option 1 - Remove OWL Intuition OWL Intuition existing Programmer / Comfort + Comfort + Timer and link inputs.
  • Page 20: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION To ensure that you use your product safely and correctly please read the warnings & safety precautions below before installing your OWL Intuition Room Sensor. • Isolate the mains power supply to the heating appliance that the Room Sensor will be connected BEFORE commencing any wiring work.
  • Page 21: Caring For Your Product

    The CE marking certifies that this product meets the main requirements of the European Parliament and Council Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the signed and dated Declaration of Conformity is available on request. OWL Intuition products are manufactured to ISO-9001 Quality Assurance Standards.
  • Page 22: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION 2 Save Energy Limited guarantees that OWL Intuition products will work for a minimum period of 24 months from date of purchase and that it will be free from defects in materials, workmanship or design. If during this limited 2 year period of guarantee, from date of purchase, you find that the equipment is not working properly, you may return it to us and we will replace, or, (at our discretion) repair it, free of charge.
  • Page 23 SPECIFICATIONS - Room Sensor [RBT-3C and RBH-3C] Case dimensions 86mm x 86mm x 37mm Case material Thermoplastic, flame retardant Case ingress protection IP30 Case electrical protection Double Insulated Radio frequency band 868MHz unlicenced ISM band Operating range Up to 50m (in free space) Power source 2 x 1.5V Alkaline AAA batteries Temperature accuracy - typical [RBT-3C]...
  • Page 24: Customer Support

    For details on using your new OWL Intuition heating controls, please download the Heating & Hot Water Controls User Manual document by clicking on Support & Manuals (web dashboard - lower right). Customer Support If you have any further questions please check our frequently asked questions at: http://www.theowl.com/faqs.html...

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