Honeywell RCT8102A Programmable Thermostat Operating Manual

RCT8102A Programmable Thermostat 

Quick Reference Card

Grasp and pull to see basic operating instructions at a glance.

Battery Holder
Press down and pull to remove the batteries. Batteries should be replaced once a year (see page 18).

NOTE: Remove the battery holder; the model number is on the battery holder.

Need Help?
For assistance with this product please visit http://yourhome.honeywell.com or call Honeywell Customer Care toll-free at 1-800-468-1502

This thermostat is ready to go!
Your new thermostat is pre-programmed and ready to go. See page 3 to check settings.

About your new thermostat
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Honeywell thermostat. It has been designed to give you many years of reliable service and easy-to-use, push-button climate control.

Features

• Easy-to-follow menu programming.
• One-touch temp control overrides the program schedule at any time.
• The large, clear, backlit display is easy to read — even in the dark.
• Displays both room temperature and temperature setting.
• Removable battery holder for fast, easy replacement.
• Built-in compressor protection.

This thermostat is ready to go!
Your new thermostat is pre-programmed and ready to go. All you have to do is set the time and day. Then check the settings below and change if needed:

1. Set time and day (required for proper operation)…………………………. See page 6
2. Select fan setting (Auto/On): Preset to Auto………………….. To change, see page 7
3. Select system setting (Heat/Cool): Preset to Heat…………. To change, see page 8
4. Program schedules: Preset to energy-saving levels while you’re at work or asleep (assumes you wake at m, leave at 8 am, return at 6 pm, and go to bed
   at 10 pm)……………………………………………………………….To change, see pages 9-11

ONE-TOUCH TEMP CONTROL
You can override the program schedule at any time, and manually adjust the temperature (see pages 12-13).

A quick reference to controls

A quick reference to the display screen

Set the time and day

1. Press the SET CLOCK/DAY/SCHEDULE button, then press or to set the clock time.
2.  Press the SET DAY button, then press or to select the day of the week.
3. Press DONE to save & exit.

Note: If the SET CLOCK/DAY/SCHEDULE option is not displayed, press DONE or RUN SCHEDULE.
Note: If the display flashes Set Clock, the thermostat will follow your settings for the weekday “Wake” time period until you reset the time and day.

Select the fan setting

Press the FAN button to select Auto or On. In “Auto” mode (the most commonly used setting), the fan runs only when the heating or cooling system is on. If set to “On,” the fan runs continuously

Select the system setting

Press the SYSTEM button to select Heat, Cool or Off.

• Heat: The thermostat controls only the heating system.
• Cool: The thermostat controls only the cooling system.
• Off: Heating and cooling systems are off.
• Auto: The thermostat automatically selects heating or cooling depending on the indoor temperature.

CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD
To prevent possible compressor damage, do not operate the cooling system when the outdoor temperature is below 50 °F (10 °C).

Note: The Auto setting may not appear, depending on how your thermostat was installed.

Save money by setting program schedules
It’s easy to program your system for maximum energy savings. You can program four time periods each day, with different settings for weekdays, Saturdays,s and Sunday

• Set to the time you awaken and the temperature you want during the morning, until you leave for the day.
• Set to the time you leave home and the temperature you want while you are away (usually an energy-saving level).
• Set to the time you return home and the temperature you want during the evening, until bedtime.
• Set to the time you go to bed and the temperature you want overnight (usually an energy-saving level).

Energy-saving settings for maximum cost savings
This thermostat is pre-set with energy-saving program settings. We recommend these settings since they can reduce your heating/cooling expenses. (See next page to adjust times and temperatures of each time period.)

To adjust program schedules

1. Press SET CLOCK/DAY/SCHEDULE, then SET SCHEDULE.
2. Press s or t to set your weekday Wake time (Mon–Fri), then press NEXT.
3. Press s or t to set the temperature for this time period, then press NEXT.
4. Set time and temperature for the next time period (Leave). Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each weekday time period.
5. Press NEXT to set Saturday periods.
6. Press NEXT to set Sunday periods, then press DONE to save & exit.
   Note: Make sure the thermostat is set to the system you want to program (Heat or Cool).
   Note: You can press CANCEL PERIOD to eliminate unwanted periods (except Wake).

Program schedule override (temporary)

Press s or t to immediately adjust the temperature. This will temporarily override the temperature setting for the current time period. The new temperature will be maintained only until the next programmed time period begins (see page 10). For example, if you want to turn up the heat early in the morning, it will automatically be lowered when you leave for the day.
To cancel the temporary setting at any time, press RUN SCHEDULE
Press to cancel the temporary setting and resume the program schedule.
Note: Make sure the thermostat is set to the system you want to control (heat or cool).

Program schedule override (permanent)

Press HOLD to permanently adjust the temperature. This will override the temperature settings for all periods.
The “Hold” feature turns off the program schedule and allows you to adjust the thermostat manually, as needed.
Whatever temperature you set will be maintained 24 hours a day until you manually change it, or press RUN SCHEDULE to cancel “Hold” and resume the programmed schedule Press to cancel the “Hold” setting and resume the program schedule.
Note: Make sure the thermostat is set to the system you want to control (heat or cool).

Auto Changeover

Use this feature in climates where both air conditioning and heating are used on the same day. When the system mode is in Auto, the thermostat automatically selects heating or cooling depending on the indoor temperature. While in the Auto mode, if a schedule override takes place (temporarily or permanently) the thermostat will automatically adjust the cooling and heating settings to maintain a 3-degree separation between the cool and heat settings. For example, if the heat temperature is raised to where it gets within 3 degrees of the cool setting, the display will show an up arrow next to “cool” to show the thermostat is raising the cool setup to maintain a 3-degree separation. Press the Select Heat/Cool button to select between Heat and Cool to view/adjust either mode.

Auto Changeover
If the coolant temperature is lowered to where it gets close to the heat setting, an arrow next to heat will show the thermostat is lowering the heat setting down to maintain a 3-degree separation.

CAUTION
To avoid possible compressor damage, do not use Auto Changeover if the outside temperature drops below 50ºF (10ºC).

Built-in compressor protection

This feature helps prevent damage to the compressor in your air conditioning or heat pump system. Damage can occur if the compressor restarted too soon after shutdown. This feature forces the compressor to wait a few minutes before restarting. During the wait time, the display will flash the message Cool On (or Heat On if you have a heat pump). When the safe wait time has elapsed, the message stops flashing and the compressor turns on.

Smart Response® Technology

Smart Response® Technology: This feature allows the thermostat to “learn” how long the furnace and air conditioner take to reach programmed temperature settings, so the temperature is reached at the time you set. For example: Set the Wake time to 6 am and the temperature to 70°. The heat will come on before 6 am, so the temperature is 70° by the time you wake at 6. The message “In Recovery” is displayed when the system is activated before a scheduled time period.

Battery Replacement

Install fresh batteries immediately when the REPLACE BATTERY warning begins flashing. The warning flashes about two months before the batteries are depleted. Even if the warning does not appear, you should replace batteries once a year, or before leaving home for more than a month.
If batteries are inserted within two minutes, the time and day will not have to be reset. All other settings are permanently stored in memory and do not require battery power.

About your new thermostat
Install fresh batteries immediately when the REPLACE BATTERY warning begins flashing. The warning flashes about two months before the batteries are depleted. Even if the warning does not appear, you should replace batteries once a year, or before leaving home for more than a month. If batteries are inserted within two minutes, the time and day will not have to be reset. All other settings are permanently stored in memory and do not require battery power.

Customer Assistance

For assistance with this product, please visit
http://yourhome.honeywell.com. Or call Honeywell Customer Care toll-free at 1-800-468-1502.
To save time, please remove the battery holder and note your model number and date code before calling.

Accessories/replacement parts
To order, please call Honeywell Customer Care toll-free at 1-800-468-1502.
Battery holder…………………..Part No. 50007072-001
Cover plate assembly*……….Part No. 50002883-001
*Use to cover marks left by old thermostats

In case of difficulty

If you have difficulty with your thermostat, please try the following suggestions. Most problems can be corrected quickly and easily.

Display is blank	•      Make sure fresh AA alkaline batteries are correctly installed (see page 18).
Temperature settings do not change	Make sure heating and cooling temperatures are set to acceptable ranges: •      Heat: 40° to 90°F (4.5° to 32°C). •      Cool: 50° to 99°F (10° to 37°C).
To restore default schedule settings	Follow these steps to restore default schedule settings (see page 10): 1.          Press SET CLOCK/DAY/SCHEDULE. 2.          Press SET SCHEDULE. 3.          Press DONE and NEXT at the same time for 4 seconds.

Heating or cooling system does not respond	•      Press SYSTEM button to set system to Heat. Make sure the temperature is set higher than the Inside temperature. •      Press SYSTEM button to set system to Cool. Make sure the temperature is set lower than the Inside temperature. •      Check circuit breaker and reset if necessary. •      Make sure power switch at heating & cooling system is on. •      Make sure furnace door is closed securely. •      Wait 5 minutes for the system to respond.
“Cool On” or “Heat On” is flashing	•      Compressor protection feature is engaged. Wait 5 minutes for the system to restart safely, without damage to the compressor (see page 16).
Other problems	•      If the above measures do not resolve the problem, check the In Case of Difficulty section in your thermostat Installation Guide.

1-year limited warranty

Honeywell warrants this product, excluding battery, to be free from defects in the workmanship or materials, under normal use and service, for one (1) year from the date of purchase by the consumer. If at any time during the warranty period, the product is determined to be defective or malfunctions, Honeywell shall repair or replace it (at Honeywell’s option).
If the product is defective,
(i) Return it, with a bill of sale or other dated proof of purchase, to the place from which you purchased it; or
(ii) call Honeywell Customer Care at 1-800-468-1502. Customer Care will determine whether the product should be returned to the following address:

Honeywell Return Goods, Dock 4 MN10-3860, 1885 Douglas Dr. N., Golden Valley, MN 55422, or whether a replacement product can be sent to you.
This warranty does not cover removal or reinstallation costs. This warranty shall not apply if it is shown by Honeywell that the defect or malfunction was caused by damage that occurred while the product was in the possession of a consumer.

Honeywell’s sole responsibility shall be to repair or replace the product within the terms stated above. HONEYWELL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, FROM ANY BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OR ANY OTHER FAILURE OF THIS PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation may not apply to you.

THIS WARRANTY IS THE ONLY EXPRESS WARRANTY HONEYWELL MAKES ON THIS PRODUCT. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS HEREBY LIMITED TO THE ONE-YEAR DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. If you have any questions concerning this warranty, please write Honeywell Customer Relations, 1985 Douglas Dr, Golden Valley, MN 55422, or call 1-800-468-1502. In Canada, write Retail Products ON15-02H, Honeywell Limited/ Honeywell Limitée, 35 Dynamic Drive, Toronto, Ontario M1V4Z9

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Golden Valley, MN 55422
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