Parts Diagrams
Battery
Compartment
Mode
Switch
Freeze
Switch
High Temp.
Switch
Specifications
Electrical rating:
• Millivolt to 30 VAC/VDC
• DC Power: 3.0 VDC (2 “AA” alkaline batteries included)
• 1 amp maximum per terminal
• 2 amp maximum total load
Temperature control range:
45°F to 90°F
Accuracy:
± 1°F
Back Light:
Not available on N and VN models
Differential Rage:
1°F to 3°F
System configurations:
1-stage heat, gas, and oil
Terminations:
R, W, S1, S2
Important Safety Information
WARNING!
:
Always turn off power at the main power supply before installing, cleaning,
or removing thermostat.
• This thermostat is for 24 VAC applications only; do not use on voltages over 30 VAC
• Do not short across terminals of gas valve or system control to test operation; this will damage your
thermostat and void your warranty
• All wiring must conform to local and national electrical and building codes
• Use this thermostat only as described in this manual
Package Contents/Tools Required
Package includes:
SC1600
thermostat on base, thermostat cover, wiring labels, screws and wall
anchors, Installation, Operation and Application Guide.
Tools required for installation:
Drill with 3/16” bit, hammer, screwdriver.
Manual Changeover
Non-Programmable
Battery
SC1600L/VL
Non-Programmable Electronic Thermostat
Installation, Operation & Application Guide
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• Controls Single Stage Heating Systems
• Millivolt and Hydronic (water or steam) System Compatible
• Compatible with Gas and Oil Systems
• Backlit Display
• Mercury-Free,
Environmentally Safe
To Remove Existing Thermostat
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
–
Turn off power at the main service panel by removing
the fuse or switching the appropriate circuit breaker to the OFF position before
removing the existing thermostat.
1. Turn off power to the heating system by removing the fuse or switching the appropriate circuit
breaker off.
2. Remove cover of old thermostat. This should expose the wires.
3. Label the existing wires with the enclosed wire labels before removing wires.
4. After labeling wires, remove wires from wire terminals.
5. Remove existing thermostat base from wall.
6. Refer to the following section for instructions on how to install this thermostat.
General Description
The
SC1600
thermostat is a digital, mercury-free, non-programmable, electronic thermostat.
• Compatible with single-stage heating systems
• Compatible as a master thermostat in zoned system applications
•
Freeze Protection Feature:
Protects pipes from freezing! If the room temperature drops to 40°F,
the thermostat automatically turns on the heat; the thermostat must be
in the Heat position; works even if the batteries are dead
•
System Customization:
Choose three available temperature differential settings
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
– Turn off power at the main service panel by removing
the fuse or switching the appropriate circuit breaker to the OFF position before
removing the existing thermostat.
IMPORTANT
:
Thermostat installation must conform to local and national building and electrical
codes and ordinances.
Note:
Mount the thermostat about five feet above the floor. Do not mount the thermostat on
an outside wall, in direct sunlight, behind a door, or in an area affected by a vent or
duct.
1. Turn off power to the heating system by removing the fuse or switching off the appropriate circuit
breaker.
2. Move the
Off/Heat
switch into the
Off
position.
3. To remove cover, insert and twist a coin or screwdriver in the slots on the sides of the thermostat.
4. Put thermostat base against the wall where you plan to mount it (Be sure wires will feed through
the wire opening in the base of the thermostat).
5. Mark the placement of the mounting holes.
6. Set thermostat base and cover away from working area.
7. Using a 3/16” drill bit, drill holes in the places you have marked for mounting.
8. Use a hammer to tap supplied anchors in mounting holes.
9. Align thermostat base with mounting holes and feed the control wires through wire opening.
10. Use supplied screws to mount thermostat base to wall.
11. Insert stripped, labeled wires in matching wire terminals. See “Wiring Diagrams” section of this
manual.
CAUTION!
:
Be sure exposed portion of wires does not touch other wires.
12. Tighten screws on terminal block. Gently tug wire to be sure of proper connection. Double check
that each wire is connected to the proper terminal.
13. Insert two fresh “AA” alkaline batteries into thermostat, oriented in the direction shown on the
battery compartment.
14. Replace cover on thermostat by snapping it in place.
15. Turn on power to the system at the main service panel.
To Install Thermostat
Replacing Wiring Labels
Replace the old labels with the enclosed
new labels.
Old
New
Type
H, W, 4
W
Heating control
M, 4, RH, RS, R
R
Transformer, hot side
N/A
S1, S2
Optional remote sensor
