White-Rodgers 1F56N-444 Thermostat User Manual

White-Rodgers 1F56N-444 Thermostat

Product Information

Specifications

• Model : Horizontal Snap-Action 1F56N-444, Vertical Snap-Action 1E56N-444
• Compatible Systems : Heat Pump (with Aux or Emergency Heat), Baseboard Electric Heating, or Line Voltage (120 or 240 Volt)
• Mounting : Wall-mounted
• Power Source : Electrical power
• Features : Fan control, Auto mode, On mode, System mode (Cool, Off, Heat), Temperature control (G, RC, B, O, W, Y, RH, AY)

Product Usage Instructions

Preparations

Before installing the thermostat, make sure you have the following tools

• Power drill
• Flat blade screwdriver
• Wire cutter/stripper
• Level

It is essential to read and follow all instructions carefully to avoid personal injury and property damage.

Removing Old Thermostat

Step 1:

Note : Label each wire with the terminal designation it was removed from.

1. Disconnect electrical power to the system at the main fuse or circuit breaker.
2. Remove the cover of the old thermostat.
3. Loosen all captive screws to remove the base of the old thermostat.
4. Unscrew the mounting screws to remove the switching subbase from the wall or adaptor plate.
5. Make a note of the anticipator setting on the old thermostat for future reference.

Mounting and Wiring

Step 1

Note : Ensure that the specified voltage is not exceeded to prevent damage and hazards.

1. Loosen the screws on the base of the old thermostat and remove it.
2. Use the provided screws to mount the switching subbase or wallplate to the wall.
3. Attach the wires to the appropriate terminals based on the terminal cross-reference chart.
4. Take care to secure and route the wires to avoid shorting to adjacent terminals or the rear of the thermostat.

Set Heat Anticipator

Adjust the heat anticipator to control heating system cycles:

• Move the pointer counterclockwise to lengthen heating system cycles.
• Move the pointer clockwise to shorten heating system cycles.
• Adjustments should not be greater than 1/2 marking at a time.

FAQ

• Q: What tools do I need for thermostat installation?
  • A : You will need a power drill, flat blade screwdriver, wire  cutter/stripper, and a level.
• Q: How do I remove the old thermostat?
  • A : Follow these steps:

1. Disconnect electrical power to the system.
2. Remove the cover, base, and switching subbase of the old thermostat.
3. Note the anticipator setting for future reference.

• Q: How do I mount and wire the new thermostat?
  • A : Follow these steps:

1. Remove the base of the old thermostat.
2. Mount the switching subbase or wallplate to the wall using the provided screws.
3. Attach the wires to the appropriate terminals based on the terminal cross-reference chart.
4. Ensure proper wire routing to avoid shorting.

• Q: How do I set the heat anticipator?
  • A: Adjust the pointer counterclockwise to lengthen heating system cycles and clockwise to shorten them. Make adjustments in increments of 1/2 marking at a time.

Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions for:

Horizontal Snap-Action| 1F56N-444
Vertical Snap-Action| 1E56N-444

YOUR THERMOSTAT REPLACES

Standard Heating & Cooling Systems – 4 or 5 wires

Standard Heat Only Systems Standard Central Air Conditioning Gas or Oil Heat

Hydronic (Hot Water) Zone Heat – 2 wires Electric Furnace

Heat Pump (No Aux or Emergency Heat)

|

All Models

Heat Pump (with Aux or Emergency Heat) Baseboard Electric Heating or Line Voltage

(120 or 240 Volt)

|

None

Millivolt Heat Only Systems – Floor or Wall Furnaces

Hydronic (Hot Water) Zone Heat – 3 wires

|

All Models

PREPARATIONS

• Assemble tools required : power drill, flat blade screwdriver, wire cutter/stripper, level.
• Failure to follow and read all instructions carefully before installing or operating this control could cause personal injury and/or property damage.

THERMOSTAT FEATURES

REMOVING OLD THERMOSTAT

CAUTION

• To prevent electrical shock and/or equipment damage, disconnect electrical power to the system at the main fuse or circuit breaker until installation is complete.
• Before removing wires from old thermostat’s switching subbase, label each wire with the terminal designation it was removed from.

1. Remove OldThermostat : A standard heat/cool thermostat consists of three basic parts

• a. The cover, which may be either a snap-on or hinge type.
• b. The base, which is removed by loosening all captive screws.
• c. The switching subbase, which is removed by unscrewing the mounting screws that hold it on the wall or adaptor plate.
• Make a note here of the anticipator setting on the old thermostat for future reference and use in step 5.
• The heat anticipator pointer, if adjustable, will be set at one of a series of numbers representing the current rating of the primary control in your furnace. The number will be one of the following: .2, .4, .8, etc. or 0.2, 0.4, 0.8, etc.

REMOVING OLD THERMOSTAT

• If no heat anticipator/indication is showing, do not be concerned; move on to the next step.
• ATTENTION! This product does not contain mercury. However, this product may replace a unit which contains mercury. Do not open mercury cells. If a cell becomes damaged, do not touch any spilled mercury. Wearing non-absorbent gloves, take up the spilled mercury and place into a container which can be sealed. If a cell becomes damaged, the unit should be discarded.
• Mercury must not be discarded in household trash. When the unit this product is replacing is to be discarded, place in a suitable container. Refer to www.white-rodgers.com for location to send product containing mercury.

MOUNTING AND WIRING

WARNING

• Do not use on circuits exceeding specified voltage. Higher voltage will damage control and could cause shock or fire hazard.
• Do not short out terminals on gas valve or primary control to test. Short or incorrect wiring will damage thermostat and could cause personal injury and/or property damage.
• Thermostat installation and all components of the system shall conform to Class II circuits per the NEC code.

A. Remove base from subbase : Loosen the screws on the base and remove.

B. Mount switching subbase : Use the screws provided to mount the subbase or wallplate to wall (see Fig. 1).
C. Attach wires to appropriate terminals :

• For two wire systems (Heat Only or Cool Only). Replace subbase with wallplate. If you have a two-wire Heat Only system, attach one wire to R and one to wire W. If you have a two-wire Cool Only system, attach one wire to R and one to wire to Y. Tighten any unused terminals securely. (see Fig. 5 and 6).
• If your system has more than two wires: Use the cross-reference chart to determine the correct wire connections. If you have a four-wire heat/cool system leave the factory installed jumper between RC and RH attached (see Fig 2.). If your system has five wires remove the factory-installed jumper between RC and RH (see Fig 3.).
• Electric heat or single-stage heat pump systems: These thermostats are configured from the factory to operate a heat/cool, fossil fuel (gas, oil, etc.) forced-air system. This is correct for any system that DOES NOT require the thermostat to energize the fan on a call for heat. If your system is an electric heat or heat pump system that REQUIRES the thermostat to turn on the fan on a call for heat, remove the yellow factory-installed jumper wire from the Y terminal and connect to the A terminal. This will allow the thermostat to energize the fan immediately on a call for heat. If you are unsure if the heating system requires the thermostat to control the fan, contact a qualified heating and air conditioning service person.
• For single-stage heat pump applications (no auxiliary heat), install a short jumper wire (not included) across terminals W and Y. If the system has a reversing valve connection energized in Cooling, attach it to O. If the system has a reversing valve connection energized in Heating, attach it to B (see Fig. 4). This thermostat will not provide multi-stage heating or cooling.
• D. Mount Thermostat Base : Gently push excess wire back into the wall opening and plug hole with a fire-resistant material, such as fiberglass insulation to prevent drafts from affecting thermostat operation. Mount the thermostat base to the subbase using the three captive screws on the thermostat base. (See Fig. 1) Tighten the screws securely. Proceed to Step #5.

CAUTION

• Take care when securing and routing wires so they do not short to adjacent terminals or rear of thermostat. Personal injury and/or property damage may occur.

SET HEAT ANTICIPATOR

• Set the anticipator to match the setting of your old thermostat you noted in Step 3, or, the anticipator should be set to match the current rating stamped on your main heating control. The heat anticipator is adjustable from 0.15 to 1.2 amps. Adjust the anticipator by rotating the contact arm (see Fig. 5). The anticipator setting is indicated by the numbers on the base that the pointer points to. If you are unsure where to set the anticipator contact the heater manufacturer for a recommended setting.
• Move the pointer counterclockwise to lengthen heating system cycles; move clockwise to shorten heating cycles. Adjustments should not be greater than  1/2 marking at a time.
• For millivolt operation, rotate the contact arm to the Millivolt Link.
• Snap-on Cover : Carefully align the cover with the base and snap the cover onto the base.

NEW THERMOSTAT OPERATION

• Thermostat on Subbase. After power is turned on, use the system switch to select either heating or cooling or to turn the heating/cooling system off. Use the fan switch to control fan operation. When the fan switch is in the AUTO position, the fan will cycle with the heating or cooling system (the fan will not run if the system switch is in the OFF position and the fan switch is in the AUTO position). When the fan switch is in the ON position, the fan will run continuously, regardless of system switch position (even if the system switch is set to OFF, the fan will run if the fan switch is in the ON position).
• Thermostat on wallplate. For heat only move the temperature lever to the highest temperature. For cool only move the temperature lever to the lowest temperature.

SPECIFICATIONS

ELECTRICAL DATA

• Switch Rating……………………………….. 24 VAC (30 VAC max.)
• Heating………………………………………….. 0.15 to 1.2 Amps
• Cooling………………………………………….. 0 to 1.5 Amps
• Anticipator Rating:
• Heating………………………………………….. Adjustable from 0.15 to 1.2 Amps
• Cooling………………………………………….. Fixed
• THERMAL DATA:
• Temperature Range……………………….. 50°F to 90°F (10°C to 32°C)
• Operating Humidity Range…………….. 0 – 90% non-condensing
• Figure 7.Typical wiring diagram heat only, 3-wire zone valve systems

TROUBLESHOOTING

circuit breaker.

2.  Furnace power switch to OFF.

3.  Furnace blower compartment door or panel loose or not properly installed.

| Replace fuse or reset breaker. Turn switch to ON.

Replace door panel in proper position to engage safety interlock or door switch.

No Heat| 1.  Pilot light not lit.

2.  Broken or melted anticipator wire.

3.  Loose connection to thermostat or system.

4.  Thermostat or heating system requires replacement or service.

5.  System Switch not set to Heat.

| Re-light pilot.

Excessive current or dead short in system. Have a qualified service person check the system before replacing thermostat.

Verify thermostat and system wires are securely attached.

Your furnace manufacturer or service person can describe how to test the heating system to verify it is operating correctly. If the heating system is capable of operation and the no heat condition persists, replace the thermostat.

Set System Switch to Heat and raise temp above room temp.

Intermittent Heat| 1. Furnace Lock-Out Condition| Many furnaces have safety devices that shut the system down when a lock-out condition occurs. If the heat works intermittently contact the furnace manufacturer or local service person for assistance.
No Cool| 1.  Loose connection to thermostat or system.

2.  Thermostat or cooling system requires replacement or service.

3.  System Switch not set to Cool.

| Verify thermostat and system wires are securely attached.

Your cooling system manufacturer or service person can describe how to test the cooling system to verify it is operating correctly. If the cooling system is capable of operation and the no cooling condition persists, replace the thermostat.

Set System Switch to Cool and lower temp below room temp.

Heat, Cool or Fan Runs Constantly.| 1.  Possible short in wiring.

2.  Possible short in thermostat.

3.  Possible short in heat/cool/fan system.

| Check each wire connection to the thermostat to verify it is neatly looped under the terminals. No extra wire should stick out from under the terminals.
Furnace Cycles Too Fast or Too Slow Narrow or wide temperature swing| See Step 5, Adjusting the Anticipator.| The anticipation setting is the only adjustment that effects the heating cycle rate. If an acceptable cycle rate is not achieved using the anticipator contact a local service person for additional suggestions. The location of the thermostat, size of the Heat/Cool System and current draw can influence the cycle rate.
Cooling Cycles Too Fast or Too Slow (narrow or wide temperature swing)| 1.  Poor thermostat location for sensing room temperature.

2.  Cooling system over or undersized.

3.  Excessive Current draw influencing thermostat.

| The cycle rate for cooling can not be adjusted. The location of the thermostat, size of the Cool system and current draw can influence the cycle rate. Contact a local service person for suggestions.
Thermostat Setting and Thermostat Thermometer Disagree| 1. Thermostat thermometer setting requires adjustment.

2.  Thermostat setting lever requires calibration.

| The thermometer can be adjusted by using a standard slotted screwdriver. Turn the thermometer pointer screw located inside the front cover to change the setting. For calibrating the setting lever contact a local heating and cooling service person.
Adjusting Thermometer| 1. Thermostat thermometer disagrees with other room thermometers.| The thermometer on the thermostat is accurately calibrated at our factory but you can adjust it by using a standard slotted screwdriver. Turn the thermometer pointer screw located inside the front cover to change the setting.

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