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Models 

81M26

81M27

and 

81M28

Quick Start Installation Manual

111-318E
504,683M

Installation DOs and DON’Ts
DO

• 

Shut off all power to system before installing.

• 

Read entire manual before installing.

• 

Make sure that all wiring conforms to national and
local codes.

• 

Use twisted pair cabling (84X49) between the
SignatureStat and the outdoor temperature sensor.

• 

Consult the SignatureStat Service and Application
Manual 504,993M.

• 

If used with the Harmony II zoning panel, consult
Service and Application Note H-04-5.

DO NOT

• 

Install on voltages greater than 30 VAC.

• 

Short jumper across terminals on the gas valve or
at the system control.

• 

Install on outside walls or in direct sunlight.

• 

Use with commercial HVAC equipment.

Select location for installation.

1

Mark mounting hole locations on wall.

3

Drill  

3

/

16

” holes at marked locations on

wall. Insert plastic anchors into holes.

4

Align unit base over plastic anchors
embedded in wall and secure with the
screws provided.

5

Connect wiring between unit and 
furnace. For Model 81M26 (1H/1C 
furnace applications):

6

1-1/2"

1"

opening

out

Cut

1/4"

a

b

Mark mounting hole 
locations on wall using 
unit base as template.

Drill 3/16  holes

a

b

Press anchors into holes until flush.

Y1

R

C

E/W1

H O B G

Furnace

Terminals*

Wiring

Thermostat

C - Common 24 VAC
R - System transformer
Y1 - 1st stage cooling
W1- 1st stage heating
W2- not used
Y2 - not used
L

- System check

O - Cool active reversing valve
B - Heat active reversing valve
G - Fan relay
D - Dehumidification relay
H - Humidification relay

TERMINAL DESIGNATIONS

W2

D

Y2

C

C

H

R

Y1

W1

L

G

L

B

O

* Please refer to furnace

installation manual for
proper terminations

Note: To avoid electrical problems, use the system transformer for both

the thermostat and humidifier.

81M26

Humidifier

DS

Remove 1/4” of insulation
from end of each wire

DELUXE
PROGRAMMABLE
THERMOSTATS

Open the case with a screwdriver. Place
in slot and gently pry forward at all four
locations.

2

1

2

3

4

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