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ATTACH THERMOSTAT BASE TO WALL

FIGURE 2 –  Typical wiring diagram for heat only, 4-wire, 

single transformer systems

24 VAC

120 VAC

Hot

Neutral

THERMOSTAT

SYSTEM

TRANSFORMER

Heating

System

Fan

Relay

JUMPER

WIRE

For Heat only, 

attach to RH and W

NOTE

FIGURE 3 –  Typical wiring diagram for cool only, 4-wire, 

single transformer systems

24 VAC

120 VAC

Hot

Neutral

TRANSFORMER

THERMOSTAT

SYSTEM

Cooling
System

Fan

Relay

JUMPER

WIRE

FIGURE 4 –  Typical wiring diagram for heat/cool, 5-wire, 

single transformer systems

24 VAC

120 VAC

Hot

Neutral

THERMOSTAT

SYSTEM

TRANSFORMER

Heating

System

Fan

Relay

Cooling
System

JUMPER

WIRE

RED jumper wire (provided with thermostat) must be 

connected between thermostat RH and RC terminals 

for proper thermostat operation with this system.

NOTE

FIGURE 5 –  Typical wiring diagram for heat/cool, 6-wire, 

two transformer systems

24 VAC

120 VAC

Hot

Neutral

THERMOSTAT

SYSTEM

HEATING

TRANSFORMER

Heating

System

Fan

Relay

Cooling
System

24 VAC

120 VAC

Hot

Neutral

COOLING TRANSFORMER

FIGURE 6 –  Typical wiring diagram for heat pump with 

reversing valve energized in COOL

24 VAC

120 VAC

Hot

Neutral

THERMOSTAT

SYSTEM

TRANSFORMER

Reversing

Valve*

JUMPER

WIRE

Compressor

Contactor

JUMPER

WIRE

*Reversing valve is energized when the
  system switch is in the COOL position

Fan

Relay

FIGURE 7 –  Typical wiring diagram for heat pump with 

reversing valve energized in HEAT

24 VAC

120 VAC

Hot

Neutral

THERMOSTAT

SYSTEM

TRANSFORMER

Reversing

Valve*

JUMPER

WIRE

Compressor

Contactor

JUMPER

WIRE

*Reversing valve is energized when the
  system switch is in the HEAT position

Fan

Relay

6.  Wire the thermostat. 

IMPORTANT! ENSURE THE POWER AT 

THE HVAC EQUIPMENT IS OFF.

  a.  Make sure the fan switch is set to Auto and the Mode switch is 

set to Off.

  b.  Strip 3” of cable insulation.

  c.  Strip 3/8” of insulation from each wire. Do not cut into the wire 

when stripping insulation, as this can lead to eventual control 
failure.

  d.  Secure the wires to the thermostat terminal strip according to 

the wiring diagram for the model being installed (see 

Figures 

2 through 7

). Use a fl at screw driver with a 1/8” tip (terminal 

screw driver). Use color coding where possible (i.e. red wire to 
R terminal, white wire to W terminal, etc.).

  e.  Slide excess cable back into the wire entry wall opening and fi ll 

the hole with insulation. Failure to seal the hole can cause drafts 
to enter the thermostat and affect temperature sensing accuracy.

1.  Remove the packing material from the thermostat. Gently pull the 

cover straight off the base. Forcing or prying on the thermostat will 
cause damage to the unit. Loss of internal programs may result from 
static discharge to thermostat circuit board. Please touch a grounded 
metal object before handling the thermostat. If necessary, move the 

ELECTRIC/GAS

 switch (see 

ELECTRIC HEAT 

on page 2).

2.  Connect wires beneath terminal screws on base using appropriate 

wiring schematic (see 

Figures 2 through 7

).

3.  Place base over wire access hole in wall, level for appearance, and 

mark mounting hole locations on wall using base as a template.

4.  Move base out of the way. Drill mounting holes with 3/16 inch drill bit.

5.  Fasten base loosely to wall using two mounting screws as shown 

in 

Figure 1

. Place a level against bottom of base, adjust until level, 

and then tighten screws. (Leveling is for appearance only and will not 
affect thermostat operation.) If you are using existing mounting holes, 
or if holes drilled are too large and do not allow you to tighten base 
snugly, use plastic screw anchors to secure sub-base.

Summary of Contents for 8263

Page 1: ... drill bit if needed Flat blade screwdriver Wire cutter stripper Level THERMOSTAT DETAILS Mounting hole Mounting hole Electric Gas Switch FIGURE 1 Thermostat Base Failure to follow and read all instructions carefully before installing or operating this control could cause personal injury and or property damage If you have any questions please call Research Products Corporation at 800 334 6011 ...

Page 2: ...Wall Furnaces No 12 VDC Mobile Home Application No Multi stage Systems No Systems Exceeding 30VAC 1 5 Amp No Requires common wire for 24VAC at the thermostat Terminal Cross Reference Chart New Thermostat Terminal Designation Other Manufacturers Terminal Designation RH 4 RH M R RC R R V G G G F G W W W H W Y Y Y C Y C C C X C Factory installed jumper wire between the RH and RC terminals must remain...

Page 3: ...UIPMENT IS OFF a Make sure the fan switch is set to Auto and the Mode switch is set to Off b Strip 3 of cable insulation c Strip 3 8 of insulation from each wire Do not cut into the wire when stripping insulation as this can lead to eventual control failure d Secure the wires to the thermostat terminal strip according to the wiring diagram for the model being installed see Figures 2 through 7 Use ...

Page 4: ...ng above room temperature The heating system should begin to operate 3 Press to adjust temperature setting below room temperature The heating system should stop operating OPERATING FEATURES Now that you are familiar with the thermostat buttons and display read the following information to learn about the many features of the thermostat SIMULTANEOUS HEATING COOLING PROGRAM STORAGE When programming ...

Page 5: ...e the thermostat setpoint will change to 70 at 6 35 AM Cooling allows more time per degree because it takes longer to reach temperature 4 Select Compressor Lockout LOC OFF or ON Selecting LOC ON will cause the thermostat to wait 5 minutes before turning on the compressor if the heating and cooling system loses power It will also wait 5 minutes minimum between cooling cycles This is intended to hel...

Page 6: ...heating program periods Weekday heating programs are now complete 8 Press PRGM once SA SU indicating weekend program will appear in the display along with the start time for the 1st heating period and the currently programmed temperature 9 Repeat steps 4 through 8 to complete weekend heating programming 10 When you have completed entering your heating program press RUN ENTER COOLING PROGRAM If the...

Page 7: ...furnace manufacturer or local service person for assistance 5 Diagnostic Set System Switch to HEAT and raise the setpoint above room temperature Within a few seconds the thermostat should make a soft click sound This sound usually indicates the thermostat is operating properly If the thermostat does not click try the reset operation listed above If the thermostat does not click after being reset c...

Page 8: ...l fan system 4 Fan Switch set to Fan On 1 4 Check each wire connection to verify they are not shorted or touching together No bare wire should stick out from under terminal screws Try resetting the thermostat as described on page 7 If the condition persists the manufacturer of your system or service person can instruct you on how to test the Heat Cool system for correct operation If the system ope...

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