Orbit Clear Comfort 83501 Instructions Manual

THERMOSTAT INSTRUCTIONS / MODEL 83501
Thank you for purchasing the Clear Comfort™ thermostat from
Orbit™. We are excited to provide a long-lasting thermostat that
blends style with function.
THERMOSTAT FEATURES
Mode Switch:
Heat/Off/Cool
Fan Switch:
Auto Fan/Fan On
Heat Icon
Cool Icon
Mode
MODE
heat
Indicators
off
cool
Fan
Indicators
auto fan
fan on
FAN
Fan Icon
Room Temperature
Room Temperature–Actual temperature of the room
Set Temperature–Desired room temperature
Fahrenheit/Celsius Indicator–
Indicates scale in which temperature is displayed
Mode Indicators–Indicates which mode the system is in: Heat/Off/Cool
Heat Icon–System is in Heating Mode to reach set temperature
Cool Icon–System is in Cooling Mode to reach set temperature
Fan Indicators–Indicates which mode fan is in: Auto Fan/Fan On
Fan Icon–Indicates the fan is energized
Low Battery Indicator–Reminder to change thermostat batteries.
If the batteries are not changed within 7 days after the Low Battery
Indicator appears on the display, the set temperature will offset by +/- 10°F
as a further reminder. After 90 days or less, depending on the condition
of the batteries, the system will turn off and the Low Battery Indicator will
flash on the display.
Temperature Offset–Offset the temperature by +/- 9° F or +/- 4.5° C
SYSTEM TYPE
This thermostat is compatible with 1-stage gas furnaces with electric or gas
fan, 1-stage oil systems, 1-stage heat pumps, and 1-stage cooling systems.
Note: This thermostat is not compatible with base board heaters (or other line
voltage heating), multi-stage heating or cooling systems, or 3-wire hydronic systems
INSTALLATION
Tools required for installation:
• Phillips screwdriver
• Wire cutters/strippers
• Drill with 3/16 in. (4.8 mm) drill bit
• Level
Temperature
Adjustment
Buttons
LCD
°F / °C Indicator
Set
˚ f c set
Temperature
offset
Low
Battery
Indicator
Temperature Offset
Tips for Thermostat Location
When replacing an existing thermostat, place your new
Clear Comfort™ thermostat in the same location as the old one, unless
the conditions below suggest otherwise. For a new installation, follow
these guidelines for placement:
• Place the thermostat in a room or hallway that is used often; position on
an inside wall about 5 ft. (1.52 m) from the floor.
• Avoid installing the thermostat in unusually heated areas (e.g., near a
television, lamp, radiator, or fireplace), in direct sunlight, or on a wall
that has hot water pipes or that is opposite a stove.
• Avoid installing the thermostat in unusually chilled areas, such as in
a drafty area (e.g., stairwell, door, or window), on a wall separating an
unheated room, or where air circulation is poor (e.g., in a corner or
behind a door).
• Avoid installing the thermostat in unusually damp areas as this can lead
to corrosion.
• DO NOT install the thermostat until construction work is complete, dust
free, and painting has been completed.
• If the thermostat housing is cold, wait for it to reach room temperature
before installing.
Removing the Old Thermostat from the Wall
WARNING: Switch off electricity to both the heating (furnace) and cooling
(air conditioner) equipment before proceeding with the following steps:
1. Remove the front cover from the old thermostat.
2. Before removing wires from the old thermostat terminals, take note
of the letters printed near each of the wire terminals.
3. Attach a wiring label (included) to its corresponding wire,
so as to identify the wires' letter; not the wire color.
G Y W R
0/B RC
G Y W R
0/B RC
4. After labeling the wires, remove them from the old thermostat
terminals (usually by releasing clamps or undoing terminal screws
5. Remove the old base from the wall (usually by removing screws).
Mounting Your Clear Comfort™ Thermostat to the Wall
1. Remove the thermostat body from the base by gently pulling them apart.
2. Place the base flat against the wall by feeding the wires through
the opening below the wiring terminal.
3. Level the base and mark the holes for the mounting screws with a pencil.
4. Remove the base and drill holes at marked positions;
insert the provided wall anchors.
5. Feed wires back through the opening and attach the base to the wall
with the two screws provided.
Note: While labeling the individual
wires, DO NOT let the wire fall
back inside the wall, as they can be
difficult to retrieve.
G Y W R
0/B RC
G Y W R
0/B RC