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Thermostat, ABB-free@home Installation and Operation Instructions
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Heat Pump Setup
Rc
Cooling power, 24 V
Rh
Heating power, 24 V
C
Common, 24 V (from Rc)
Y1
Heat pump compressor
(stage 1)
Y2
Heat pump compressor
(Stage 2)
G
Fan
W1
AUX heating (stage 1)
W2
AUX heating (stage 2)
ACC
For accessories*.
Operated by the “AUX”
symbol on the display.
O/B
Reversing valve
* Typical accessories: humidifier or dehumidifier
5. Using a screwdriver, disconnect the wires and remove the old wall
plate. Wrap the wires around a pen to prevent the wires from falling
back into the wall, or tape the wires to the wall.
6. Check for any paint gaps or screw holes from the old thermostat. Use
the optional Trim Plate to hide any flaws. Snap the Mounting Base to
the optional Trim Plate but do NOT yet attach the Mounting Base to
the wall.
7. Insert wires through the wiring hole on the Mounting Base.
Use the wire strip gauge and trim .275" insulation from the
end of each wire for easy insertion into wire terminals.
8. If there were wires connected to both Rc and Rh on the old
thermostat (2 transformer system), remove the jumper on the
back of the ABB Thermostat.
9. Properly and firmly connect the wires from the information gathered in
Steps 3 and 4. Gently tug wires to make sure they are secure.
10.Use the two screws provided to attach the Mounting Base to the wall.
Use wall anchors if required. Make sure the base is level by
keeping the built-in level bubble between the lines. Snap the
ABB Thermostat onto the base. To prevent someone from
removing the ABB Thermostat in a public setting, use the
anti-theft screw provided.
11.Turn the power back ON by switching on the breaker or with the
switch that controls the heating/cooling system.
TH-1.1 Technical Data
Operating Voltage
24 V AC, 60 Hz
Wires
AWG18 to AWG22
Stranded Wires are NOT allowed
Wireless Transmission Protocol
free@home, 2.400 - 2.483 GHz,
meshed
Ambient Operating Temperature
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Supported Appliances
Gas or Oil Furnace
Control via W1 and W2
Air-Conditioner
Control via Y1 and Y2
Heat Pump (Air or Geothermal)
Control via Y1, Y2 and O/B
Auxiliary Heat / Emergency Heat Control via W1 and W2
Humidifier or Dehumidifier
Control via ACC
SETUP
Detailed information about setup is available in the technical reference
manual and the online help for the System Access Point
(www.abb.com/us/freeathome).
1. To complete setup, you will need the ABB-free@home
®
System
Access Point (SysAP) and a computer (tablet, laptop, or desktop
computer).
2. Remove the sticker from the device and place it on the Thermostat
Device Installation Plan that comes with the free@home System
Access Point.
3. Walls, ceilings, and electrical equipment can affect wireless
communication, especially steel reinforcements or other large metal
objects. Electrical devices that send high-frequency signals (such as
computers, wireless routers, audio systems, and video systems)
should be at least 3-feet from this device.
4. When first powered, the device is in discovery mode for 30 minutes.
This time period allows the SysAP to see and connect to the device.
During this time, the user can login to the SysAP and add the device
to the free@home network.
5. After 30 minutes, the device will automatically exit discovery mode. To
re-enter discovery mode, the user must turn the power OFF and back
ON again. This will place the device in discovery mode for another 30
minutes.
6. Once a device has been added to a network, it will no longer enter
discovery mode at power-up. To add the device to a new network, the
user must first force the device to forget its existing network by
resetting it back to factory settings.
Follow these steps to reset:
A) Touch and hold power OFF button for at least 15-seconds, until
thermostat starts to reboot.
B) After rebooting, return to steps 3-4 of SETUP to connect the device to
a new network.
Codes
Install according to national and local electrical codes.
Cleaning:
To clean, wipe with a clean damp cloth. DO NOT use any chemical
cleaning solutions.
FCC/IC Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in an installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be tested by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by doing one or
more of the following:
■
Reposition or move the receiving antenna.
■
Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
■
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit (not the circuit used by the
receiver).
■
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment complies with the FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum
distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
UL Compliance
Purpose of control: Operating Control
Construction of control: Independently Mounted Control Type 1 Action
Pollution Degree: 2
Overvoltage Category: 1
Software: Class A
Customer Service:
800-816-7809
7:00 am – 5:30 pm, CST, Monday-Friday
[email protected]
Technical Support:
888-385-1221, Option 1
7:00 am – 5:00 pm, CST, Monday-Friday
[email protected]
For information about the many functions of
this device, see the system manual at
www.abb.com/us/freeathome
ABB
Electrification Products
860 Ridge Lake Boulevard
Memphis, TN 38120
abb.com/freeathome
ABB-free@home
®
is a trademark of ABB Inc. NEC
®
is a registered
trademark of the National Fire Protection Association, Quincy,
Massachusetts.
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