Hunter 44157 manual

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52

Go to page of

A good user manual

The rules should oblige the seller to give the purchaser an operating instrucion of Hunter 44157, along with an item. The lack of an instruction or false information given to customer shall constitute grounds to apply for a complaint because of nonconformity of goods with the contract. In accordance with the law, a customer can receive an instruction in non-paper form; lately graphic and electronic forms of the manuals, as well as instructional videos have been majorly used. A necessary precondition for this is the unmistakable, legible character of an instruction.

What is an instruction?

The term originates from the Latin word „instructio”, which means organizing. Therefore, in an instruction of Hunter 44157 one could find a process description. An instruction's purpose is to teach, to ease the start-up and an item's use or performance of certain activities. An instruction is a compilation of information about an item/a service, it is a clue.

Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of Hunter 44157. A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.

What should a perfect user manual contain?

First and foremost, an user manual of Hunter 44157 should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of Hunter 44157
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the Hunter 44157 item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the Hunter 44157 item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards

Why don't we read the manuals?

Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of Hunter 44157 alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of Hunter 44157, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the Hunter service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of Hunter 44157.

Why one should read the manuals?

It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the Hunter 44157 item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.

After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.

Table of contents for the manual

  • Page 1

    1 Form# 42708-01 20120210 ©2012 Hunter Fan Co. Set & $a v e Set & $a v e Set & $a v e installation and operation manual Models 44155 44157 Programmable Thermostat English c[...]

  • Page 2

    2[...]

  • Page 3

    3 Important Information....................................... 5 T ools ................................................................ 6 Uninstalling the Existing Unit ........................... 7 Installing the Thermostat ............................... 12 Installing the W all Plate ................................. 13 Connecting the Wires ....[...]

  • Page 4

    4 Congratulations! Thank you for choosing a Hunter programmable thermostat. Y our new Hunter thermostat will provide years of reliable service and year-round energy savings. Please read this manual before beginning installation and save this booklet for complete operation instructions. Set & Save Programmable Thermostat Model 44155C Set & S[...]

  • Page 5

    5 This thermostat is designed to work on the following heating and cooling systems: Gas – Standing Pilot Gas – Electronic Ignition Gas – Fired Boilers Gas – Milivolt Systems Oil – Fired Boilers Oil – Fired Furnace Electric Furnace Electric Air Conditioning Single Stage Heat Pump - No auxilary This thermostat is not designed for multi-st[...]

  • Page 6

    6 This thermostat includes two #8 slotted screws and two wall anchors for mounting. T o install your new thermostat, you will need the following supplies: Flat-head screwdriver .................................................................................... Small Phillips-head screwdriver ........................................................[...]

  • Page 7

    7 NOTICE! Do not disconnect the wires from the existing thermostat before reading these instructions. The wires must be labeled prior to removal to ensure proper reconnection. UNINST ALLING THE EXISTING UNIT[...]

  • Page 8

    8 Y RC G W Y RC G W[...]

  • Page 9

    9 1. T urn the system power OFF from the existing thermostat. T urn the power to the HV AC system OFF at the main power panel or at the furnace. 2. Remove the existing thermostat cover to access the wires from the wall. (Some thermostats may have multiple covers, screws or other locking devices that must be removed or disengaged.) 3. Locate, but do[...]

  • Page 10

    10 GR CR HY W if your existing thermostat is marked... label the wire with this sticker: G / F G G W / H / B W/B W/B Y / C* / M / O Y/0 Y/0 RC / VC RC RC RH / R / VR / 4 RH RH 24 V olt 24 V olt cool air conditioning compressor heating fan Y1 Y1 Y1 heat pump compressor[...]

  • Page 11

    11 4. Using the provided stickers, label each wire according to the chart. • If the terminals are not labeled, contact a qualied HV AC technician. • Note: Wire colors do not always comply with standards, so wire color should be ignored. Refer to the existing terminal designation for proper identication. • *If wires marked Y & C a[...]

  • Page 12

    12 W RC Y G INST ALLING THE THERMOST A T[...]

  • Page 13

    13 INST ALLING THE W ALL PLA TE 1. Remove the wall plate from the new thermostat by pressing the release tab on the bottom of the thermostat. 2. Position the new wall plate on the wall and pull the labeled wires through the opening. 3. If the existing holes do not match those on the Hunter wall plate, or if there are no existing holes, visually lev[...]

  • Page 14

    14 W RC Y G[...]

  • Page 15

    15 4. Remove the wall plate and drill two 3/16” holes where marked. 5. T ap the plastic anchors into the holes until they are ush with the wall. 6. Reposition the wall plate on the wall, pulling the wires through the opening. Insert the mounting screws through the wall plate and into the anchors. V erify that the wall plate is visually level a[...]

  • Page 16

    16 G RCRH Y/0 W/B RC G Y1 Y/0 W/B Y1 Te rminal Shield CONNECTING THE WIRES[...]

  • Page 17

    17 1. Loosen, but do not remove, the terminal screws. Note: A jumper wire has been provided, connecting the RC and RH terminals for systems that do not provide both an RH and RC wire. If you have both an RH and RC wire, remove this jumper . If you do not have both an RH and RC wire, leave the jumper in place. 2. Match and connect the wires from the[...]

  • Page 18

    18 DISABLE ENABLE RECOVERY HG HE W/B Y/O RH RC G SYSTEM TYPE STD HP Y1 FA N OPTION AM HEAT 4 T Thermostat Cover System Switch G RC RH Y/O W/B Y1 A TT ACHING THE THERMOST A T[...]

  • Page 19

    19 Lift the thermostat cover and set the SYSTEM switch to OFF and the FAN switch to AUTO . 1. Locate the HE/HG switch on the back of the thermostat. Set the switch to HG (default) for gas furnace and oil burners. Set the switch to HE for electric furnaces. (The switch has no effect when the system is set to cooling mode.) 2. Locate the Auto Recover[...]

  • Page 20

    20 1 2 Ta b[...]

  • Page 21

    21 4. Place the top of the thermostat over the two tabs on the wall plate. Press the thermostat onto the wall plate and press to snap the bottom tab into place. Note: Do not force the thermostat onto the wall plate, as the terminal pins may be damaged. If the thermostat does not snap into place properly , the unit may not work. 5. Insert two AA alk[...]

  • Page 22

    22 reset SETTINGS[...]

  • Page 23

    23 The default setting of the thermostat is Fahrenheit (F o ). NOTICE: CHANGING THIS SETTING WILL RESET THE THERMOST A T T O F ACTOR Y DEF AUL T PROGRAMS. (If no button is pressed for 5 seconds, the unit will return to the Normal Display mode.) T o change to Celcius (C o ): 1. Press and hold the Up button. 2. Use a paperclip to press the Reset butt[...]

  • Page 24

    24 day/time AM PM[...]

  • Page 25

    25 The default for this thermostat setting is in a 12 hour format. Y ou can change the format to 24 hour format by pressing Day/Time and then Program. The AM/PM indicator will be off when the thermostat is in 24 hour mode. Setting day and time: 1. Press Day/Time . (AM/PM and current hour will ash) 2. Press Up or Down to adjust the setting. 3. Pr[...]

  • Page 26

    26 AM HEAT 4 T[...]

  • Page 27

    27 This thermostat gives you the ability to program up to 4 custom temperature settings per day or utilize pre-programmed settings. For manual operation instructions, see pages 28-31. T o utilize the pre-programmed settings, see pages 32-33. T o create custom programs, see pages 34-37. METHODS OF OPERA TION[...]

  • Page 28

    28 AM HEA T 2 T H MANUAL OPERA TION[...]

  • Page 29

    29 Many people prefer to operate their thermostats manually , adjusting settings as needed. Y ou can either temporarily override the settings for the current program, or permanently override all settings and adjust temperatures manually . If you want to only override the current program: 1. Press and hold Up or Down for one second to enter Manual O[...]

  • Page 30

    30 hold /return system off heat cool HOLD[...]

  • Page 31

    31 If you want to permanently override all settings and adjust the thermostat manually: 1. Press Hold/Return until the Hold icon appears. 2. Press and hold Up or Down for one second to enter Manual Override mode. (Release the button when the display ashes.) 3. Press the Up or Down buttons to adjust the temperature setting as desired. 4. Press an[...]

  • Page 32

    32 10 pm 8 am 6 am Pr ogra m 1 Heat : 68 o F (20 o C) Co ol : 78 o F (26 o C) Pr ogra m 2 Heat : 60 o F (16 o C) Co ol : 85 o F (29 o C) Pr ogra m 3 Heat : 68 o F (20 o C) Co ol : 78 o F (26 o C) Pr ogra m 4 Heat : 60 o F (16 o C) Co ol : 82 o F (28 o C) 4 pm DEF AUL T PROGRAMS[...]

  • Page 33

    33 By using the pre-programmed settings, this thermostat can save you money by optimizing energy usage in heating and cooling. After setting the time and temperature scale, no additional action is needed to utilize the pre- programmed settings. Refer to the Default Programs Chart for detailed information about the pre-programmed settings.[...]

  • Page 34

    34 AM PM program hold /return system off heat cool CREA TING CUSTOM PROGRAMS[...]

  • Page 35

    35 • Program times can be set in 10 minute increments. • Program temperature can be set in increments of 1 o F (1 o C). • After 15 seconds of inactivity during programming, the thermostat will return to Normal Display mode. • When setting the program time, note the AM/ PM indicator . • Press Hold/Return at any time to exit Program mode. 1[...]

  • Page 36

    36 AM PM HEA TC OOL SA 2 13 4 SU MT WT HF program hold /return system off heat cool[...]

  • Page 37

    37 3. Press Up or Down to change the hour . Press Program to save the hour and adjust the minute setting. 4. Press Up or Down to change the minute. Press Program to save the minute setting and adjust the temperature. 5. Press Up or Down to set the temperature. Press Program again to move to the next program number . (There are 4 programs per day . [...]

  • Page 38

    38 FILTER filter ICONS AND FEA TURES[...]

  • Page 39

    39 1. INDIGLO ® Night-Light - will backlight the display for easy viewing in the dark. Press any button to illuminate the light. (If no button is pressed after 5 seconds, the backlight will turn off.) Note: If the thermostat shows a Low Battery W arning, the backlight will not operate. Follow the instructions on pages 42-43 to change batteries. 2.[...]

  • Page 40

    40 HEA T COOL system off heat cool reset[...]

  • Page 41

    41 3. Span setting mode – allows you to adjust the system ON/OFF cycle rate. The default setting is 2 (the system cycles ON or OFF when the temperature is within 1 o F (0.5 o C) above and below the set temperature.) The span setting can be adjusted if your system is cycling too fast or too slowly . Press and hold both the Up and Down buttons unti[...]

  • Page 42

    42 PM COOL 4 M ST AGE 1 ST AGE 2[...]

  • Page 43

    43 4. Low battery warning – indicates two stages of battery power shortage. When the batteries are detected as weak, the icon will ash until new AA alkaline batteries are installed. If the batteries become too weak for normal operation, the thermostat enters the second battery power shortage mode. Wheninsufcientbatterypoweris[...]

  • Page 44

    44 hold /return[...]

  • Page 45

    45 5. Auto recovery – allows heating and cooling systems to gradually recover from an energy-saving setpoint temperature to a comfort setpoint temperature. Auto recovery calculates the time needed to adjust the temperature to the next program setting. When the thermostat is in Auto Recovery mode, the display will ash alternating messages of RE[...]

  • Page 46

    46[...]

  • Page 47

    47 6. Error mode – indicates an unexpected battery problem. The screen will ash an ERR message and shut your system off until the batteries are replaced with new AA alkaline batteries. Y ou must Reset and reprogram the thermostat after replacing the batteries if the thermostat has entered Error mode. 7. Auto cut of f – automatically turns th[...]

  • Page 48

    48 1. T emperature Range 2. Compressor Protection After the system stops running in cooling mode, there will be a 3.5 minute delay before it can be restarted to prevent compressor damage due to rapid cycling. 3. Resetting the unit T o restore the thermostat to the original factory settings, press the reset button with a paperclip. (This will erase [...]

  • Page 49

    49 1. My display will not come on. • Check batteries and battery connections. • Reset the thermostat. ................................................................................... 2. The auto fan feature will not operate properly . • Remove the thermostat from the wall plate and set the HG/ HE switch to the correct position. ...........[...]

  • Page 50

    50 5. My heating or cooling will not turn on or off. 5 a. Check the Heat/Cool function switch to ensure it is set to the desired position. 5 b. W ait. There may be as much as a 4-minute delay before the system turns on or off to protect the compressor . 5 c. Check the circuit breakers and switches to ensure there is enough power to the system. 5 d.[...]

  • Page 51

    51 7. My system continues to operate when the thermostat is in the off position. 7 a. Replace unit. .................................................................................... 8. The LCD screen permanently reads HI, LO, or ERR. 8 a. Replace unit. .................................................................................... 9. How do[...]

  • Page 52

    52 Is there help on the web? Y es. Visit http://www .HunterFan.com for more information. .................................................................................... Can I just call someone? Sure. Our T echnical Support Group is available from 8 am to 5 pm CST . They may be reached toll-free at 1-888-830-1326.[...]