REMOTE TEMPERATURE SENSOR (OPTIONAL)
A remote temperature sensor can be used for control if the thermostat is to be mounted in a
concealed location or a remote sensor can be averaged with the thermostat sensor to control
a large space. An 8051 flush mount or 8053 surface mount remote temperature sensor can be
attached to the T1 and T2 terminals and mounted in a recommended area The remote sensor
must be enabled in the installer set-up menu, and once enabled will override or be averaged
with the thermostat’s internal temperature sensor, based on the setting
Remote temperature sensor should be mounted:
• On an interior wall, in a frequently occupied space
• Approximately 5 feet above floor.
• At least 18” from outside wall
• Using less than 300 feet of wire
Do not mount remote sensor:
• Behind doors, in corners or other dead air spaces
• In direct sunlight, near lighting fixtures, or other appliances that give off heat.
• On an outside or unconditioned area wall
• In the flow of a supply register, in stairwells, or near outside doors.
• On a wall with concealed pipes or ductwork
• Near 120 VAC lines
G
Y
W
RC
RH
W2
C
O/B
L
T2
Y2
T1
I2
I1
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FIGURE 2
– REMOTE TEMPERATURE SENSOR WIRING
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