EcoSource Low Voltage Installation
Step 2
Turn off power at EcoSource mounting location using a disconnect switch or breaker lockout/tag
out on appropriate breaker panel.
Step 3
Test that power is off by using a voltmeter.
Step 4
Remove the safety screw from the left side of the thermostat using the hex wrench. See Figure
13.
Figure 13: EcoSource Side View
Step 5
Separate the backplate from the thermostat: Use a flathead screwdriver to GENTLY press the
tab next to the screw hole to allow the thermostat to pop open. WARNING: Using too much
force can break the tab.
Step 6
For drywall mounting instructions, go to Step 7.
For JBOX vertical installation instructions, go to Step 19
For JBOX horizontal installation instructions, go to Step 30
Thermostat wiring cannot touch or be placed in close proximity to the J7 pins! This can occur if
the wiring enters the thermostat from the J8 hole and is placed diagonally, directly over the J7
pins.
Drywall Mounting Instructions
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Requires four 50 lb. EZ-Lock anchors and provided screws
Step 7
Hold backplate against wall at appropriate height. Using a pen, level-mark your 4 holes.
Step 8
Use appropriate drill for anchor and insert anchors into holes.
Step 9
Screw backplate to the wall and into the anchors. Re-check that it is still level.
Step 10
Strip the LINE wire back 0.25 inches.
Step 11
Cap the LINE wire with a wire nut or electrical tape.
Step 12
Cut the COMMON wire so the copper is flush with the insulation.
Step 13
Strip all wires except for COMMON back 0.25 inches.
Step 14
Verify the wiring now looks similar to Figure 14.
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