SECURE HRT4-ZW Wireless Room Thermostat Instruction Manual
- October 27, 2023
- SECURE
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SECURE HRT4-ZW Wireless Room Thermostat Instruction Manual
Wireless Z–Wave Battery Operated Electronic Room Thermostat with LC (Load Compensation) temperature control software and ASR-ZW receiver unit.
The HRT4-ZW is a wireless electronic battery powered room thermostat that uses interoperable two-way RF mesh networking technology to provide optimum comfort with close control of the energy used to heat the home without the need for additional wiring or unsightlycable runs.
The HRT4-ZW will only operate when 2 x AAA batteries have been fitted and the thermostat is installed and communicating with the ASR-ZW receiver unit.
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION OF THE HRT4-ZW SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON.
For the user
What is a room thermostat? … an explanation for householders
A room thermostat simply switches the heating system on and off as necessary. It works by sensing the air temperature, switching on the heating when the air temperature falls below the thermostat setting, and switching it off once this set temperature has been reached.
Turning a room thermostat to a higher setting will not make the room heat up any faster. How quickly the room heats up depends on the design of the heating system, for example, the size of boiler and radiators. Neither does the setting affect how quickly the room cools down. Turning a room thermostat to a lower setting will result in the room being controlled at a lower temperature, and saves energy. The heating system will not work if a time switch or programmer has switched it off.
The way to set and use your room thermostat is to find the lowest temperature setting that you are comfortable with, and then leave it alone to do its job. The best way to do this is to set the room thermostat to a low temperature – say 18°C – and then turn it up by one degree each day until you are comfortable with the temperature. You won’t have to adjust the thermostat further. Any adjustment above this setting will waste energy and cost you more money.
If your heating system is a boiler with radiators, there will usually be only one room thermostat to control the whole house. But you can have different temperatures in individual rooms by installing thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) on individual radiators. If you don’t have TRVs, you should choose a temperature that is reasonable for the whole house. If you do have TRVs, you can choose a slightly higher setting to make sure that even the coldest room is comfortable, then prevent any overheating in other rooms by adjusting the TRVs.
Room thermostats need a free flow of air to sense the temperature, so they must not be covered by curtains or blocked by furniture. Nearby electric fires, televisions, wall or table lamps may prevent the thermostat from working properly.
User Instructions
The HRT4-ZW thermostat uses the latest control technology to provide extremely accurate temperature control which will help to keep your energy usage as low as possible without affecting your comfort levels. In fact comfort levels may well be improved as the control accuracy should ensure that the room does not ‘overheat’ before switching off.
The display will show the required temperature setting and can be adjusted in increments of 1°C.
To adjust the required temperature setting turn the dial anti clockwise to decrease it and clockwise to increase it. When the thermostat is in the ‘call for heat’ condition a flame symbol will appear in the display.
Pressing the temperature setting dial will allow the user to check the current actual measured room temperature which will be displayed for approx 7 seconds before returning to the set temperature.
The aerial symbol complete with radio wave symbols in the display of the HRT4–ZW thermostat indicates that it is communicating satisfactorily with the ASR-ZW receiver.
A flashing radio wave indicates a loss of communication. This may be temporary and can often be restored by turning the thermostat dial and increasing or decreasing the temperature to make the thermostat switch. If this has no effect please see Z-Wave pairing instructions.
A radio mast symbol with no radio waves indicates that the HRT4-ZW has not been signed on to enable it to communicate with the ASR-ZW receiver. In this case you may wish to contact the Installer as the indication is that the product has not been commissioned when the installation took place. Alternatively see the Z-Wave pairing instructions.
Further information on how the thermostat operates is contained in the ‘Explanation for householders’ that precedes this section.
Battery replacement
The HRT4-ZW runs on 2 x type AAA (Alkaline) non rechargeable batteries and is designed to give a battery life of approximately two years.
When the batteries are nearing the end of their life a low battery symbol will appear in the display and the batteries should be changed within a few days. If the batteries are not changed at this point eventually a ‘LO’ battery message flashes intermittently in the display and if this happens the batteries should be changed immediately.
To change the batteries it is necessary to remove the thermostat from the wall. To do this first undo the two captive screws at the base of the thermostat and swing the thermostat up and away from the wall plate.
Remove the old batteries and replace them with two new AAA size alkaline batteries ensuring that they are fitted correctly as indicated by the terminal markings in the battery compartments.
Once the batteries are fitted, re-fit the thermostat to the wall plate by engaging with the lugs at the top of the wall plate and push the thermostat into position. Locate it over the captive screws at the base of the wall plate and tighten so that the thermostat is locked into position.
Check the temperature setting is correct and adjust if necessary.
Please dispose of the batteries responsibly.
ASR–ZW receiver unit
The ASR–ZW receiver unit receives the Z-Wave radio signals from the HRT4–ZW room thermostat. In the unlikely event of a communication failure it is possible to override the system and switch On and Off using the On/Off buttons on the ASR-ZW receiver as a local override.
If the override is used to override the HRT4-ZW thermostat when it is functioning correctly then the override will be cancelled by the next switching operation of the thermostat and normal operation will be resumed. In any case, with no further intervention, normal operation will be restored within one hour of the override being operated.
Installation Instructions
Installing the ASR-ZW Receiver
The ASR-ZW receiver should be located as near as is practical to the boiler or zone valve to be controlled, as well as a convenient mains electricity supply. To remove the wall plate from the ASR-ZW, undo the two retaining screws located on the underside, the wall plate should now be easily removed. Once the wall plate has been removed from the packaging please ensure the ASR-ZW is re-sealed to prevent damage from dust, debris etc.
The wall plate should be fitted with the retaining screws located at the bottom and in a position which allows a total clearance of at least 50mm around the ASR-ZW receiver.
Direct Wall Mounting
Offer the plate to the wall in the position where the ASR-ZW is to be mounted and mark the fixing positions through the slots in the wall plate. Drill and plug the wall, then secure the plate into position. The slots in the wall plate will compensate for any misalignment of the fixings.
Wall Box Mounting
The wall plate may be fitted directly on to a single gang flush wiring box complying with BS4662, using two M3.5 screws. The receiver is suitable for mounting on a flat surface only; it is not suitable for mounting on an unearthed metal surface.
Electrical Connections
WARNING: ISOLATE THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE COMMENCING INSTALLATION
As the HRT4-ZW is a wireless product with no electrical connections all electrical wiring will be made to the ASR-ZW receiver.
All necessary electrical connections should now be made. Flush wiring can enter from the rear through the aperture in the backplate.
The mains supply terminals are intended to be connected to the supply by means of fixed wiring.
The receiver is mains powered and requires a 3 Amp fused spur. The recommended cable size is 1.00mm2.
The receiver is double insulated and does not require an earth connection, an earth connection block is provided on the backplate for terminating any cable earth conductors. Earth continuity must be maintained and all bare earth conductors must be sleeved. Ensure that no conductors are left protruding outside the central space enclosed by the backplate.
Two example circuit diagrams for typical boiler installations are shown opposite. These diagrams are schematic and should be used for guidance only.
Please ensure that all installations comply with the current IET regulations and the boiler manufacturer’s installation instructions. For reasons of space and clarity not every connection has been included and the diagrams have been simplified, for instance some earth connections have been omitted.
Typical combi boiler system with built in timer
This diagram shows a typical receiver and combination boiler installation,
where the external boiler control is connected via switching terminals (a link
may have to be removed on the boiler switching control terminals).
Mains supplies to both the receiver and the boiler are omitted for clarity.
Please consult the boiler manufacturers installation handbook before
commencing any installation work.
Zone / Heating control basic layout
This diagram shows a receiver used in a conventional fully pumped system using
a 2 port spring return zone valve with auxiliary switch to control the pump
and boiler.
Please note: hot water control will need to be controlled by the use of a
programmer or time switch.
Mains supplies to both the receiver and the boiler are omitted for clarity. Please consult the boiler manufacturers installation handbook before commencing any installation work.
Fitting the HRT4-ZW Room Thermostat
Before final installation it is advisable to commission the product and ensure that the Thermostat and Receiver are communicating satisfactorily. First install the 2 x type AAA batteries provided making sure that they are fitted correctly as indicated by the markings in the battery compartment. Once the thermostat and receiver are successfully ‘paired’ the thermostat can be installed in its correct location. Please see Z-Wave pairing instructions.
Avoid installing the thermostat against or behind any large metal surfaces which could interfere with the radio signals to and from the ASR-ZW receiver. The HRT4-ZW should be mounted on an internal wall approximately 1.5 metres from floor level using the wall plate provided and should be in a position away from draughts, direct heat and sunlight. Ensure that there will be enough space to allow easy access to the two retaining screws located at the base of the wall plate.
Before fixing the wall plate in position check to see that the thermostat and Receiver are still able to communicate satisfactorily by turning the thermostat temperature up and down to switch the ASR–ZW receiver on and off.
Offer the plate to the wall in the position where the ASR-ZW is to be mounted and mark the fixing positions through the slots in the wall plate. Drill and plug the wall, then secure the plate into position. The slots in the wall plate will compensate for any misalignment of the fixings.
Complete the installation by swinging the room thermostat into position by engaging with the lugs at the top of the wall plate before pushing it carefully home into its plug-in terminal block.
Tighten the 2 captive screws on the underside of the unit.
Now ensure that the heating system is responding to the ON/OFF commands from the Room Thermostat and explain its operation to the householder before handing over these User Instructions.
DIL switch settings – LC temperature control software
Thermostats using LC control algorithms will reduce the temperature swing that normally occurs when using traditional bellows or thermally operated thermostats.
As a consequence, an LC regulating thermostat will maintain the comfort level far more efficiently than any traditional thermostat. When used with a condensing boiler, the LC thermostat will help to save energy as the control algorithm allows the boiler to operate in condensing mode more consistently compared to older types of thermostat.
Switch positions for different LC settings
- DIL switch numbers 7 and 8 should be set as diagram opposite.
- For gas boilers set the LC setting to 6 cycles per hour. (Default setting)
- For oil boilers set the LC setting to 3 cycles per hour.
- For Electric heating set the LC setting to 12 cycles per hour
lnstructions for pairing the HRT4-ZW room thermostat with the ASRZW receiver
The HRT4-ZW uses the latest Z-Wave wireless communication technology to give a reliable wireless link that should not suffer from interference from other nearby devices. The device comprises of a thermostat (the HRT4-ZW) and its receiver unit (the ASR-ZW). Pairing the devices on site ensures reliable communication.
Follow these steps to ensure that the HRT4-ZW thermostat will communicate satisfactorily with it’s receiver, this is best carried out with the HRT4 ZW Thermostat held nearby the (powered) ASR-ZW receiver.
Stage 1
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Set the number 1 DIL switch on the back of the HRT4-ZW thermostat to the On (Up) position and the display on the HRT4-ZW will change to show the letter ‘I’. If the letter ‘L’ appears, carry out stage 1A opposite.
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Power up the ASR-ZW receiver unit
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The network LED on the ASR-ZW receiver should be flashing.
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Press the dial on the front of the HRT4-ZW thermostat once so that the ‘I’ in the display flashes.
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Press and hold the network button on the ASR-ZW receiver until the On indicator flashes (green) before the Off indicator becomes solid red.
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After a few seconds the radio mast symbol will appear in the display along with the letters IP.
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Reset the number 1 DIL switch on the back of the HRT4-ZW to the Off position and the temperature should return in the display.
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Now check the receiver responds to the thermostat on and off commands by increasing and decreasing the temperature settings until it switches accordingly. N.B. There is a half second delay in switching On and Off on receipt of the command.
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The Z-Wave communication link is now successfully established.
Under normal circumstances the HRT4-ZW thermostat and ASR-ZW receiver will be ‘paired’ easily by following the procedure shown under Stage 1 of the pairing instructions.
Only use Stage 2 if a radio link cannot be successfully established between the two devices
Stage 1A – Only used if ‘L’ is displayed instead of ‘I’
- Turn the dial of the HRT4-ZW until the letter P appears in the display.
- Press the dial twice.
- A second P should appear in the display which now shows `PP’.
- Turn the dial until the letter ‘I’ appears in the display and return to the main instruction.
Stage 2 – Only used if the above procedure does not establish a successful communication link
- Turn the dial until the letter P appears in the display.
- Press the dial twice and PP should appear in the display.
- Now turn the dial until letter E appears in the display.
- Press the dial once and the display should flash.
- Press and hold the network button on the ASR-ZW receiver until it starts to flash.
- Turn the dial until the letter `I’ appears in the display and return to the main instruction.
Thermostat Specification HRT4-ZW
Electrical
Purpose of Control: Electronic Room Thermostat RF (Independently Mounted)
Supply: 3V dc. (2 x AAA Alkaline Batteries)
Software Class: Class A
Radio
Compliance: Zwave compliant
RF Frequency: 868.42MHz (EU)
Receiver Category: Category 3
Power Class: Class B
RF Range: >100 m line of sight
Mechanical
Dimensions: 86mm x 86mm x 36.25mm
Case Material: Thermoplastic, flame retardant
Ball Pressure Test: 75˚C
Mounting: Industry Standard Wallplate
Environmental
Impulse Voltage Rating: Cat II 2500V
Enclosure Protection: IP30
Pollution Degree: Degree 2
Operating Temperature Range: 0˚C to +40˚C
Compliance
ErP Directive Class: Class IV (2%)
Design Standards: EN 60730-2-9
BS EN 60730-2-9
R&TTE
ETSI EN 300 220-2
ETSI EN 301 489-3
Electrical
Purpose of Control: Electronic Multi Purpose Control
(Independently Mounted)
Contact Rating: 3(1)A 230V AC
Contact Type: Micro-Interruption
Supply: 230V AC 50Hz only
Control Action: Type 1B
Operating Time Limitation: Intermittent
Software Class: Class A
Radio
Compliance: Zwave compliant
RF Frequency: 868.42MHz (EU)
Receiver Category: Category 3
Power Class: Class B
RF Range: >100 m line of sight
Mechanical
Dimensions: 86mm x 86mm x 36.25mm
Case Material: Thermoplastic, flame retardant
Ball Pressure Test: 75˚C
Mounting: Industry Standard Wallplate
Environmental
Impulse Voltage Rating: Cat II 2500V
Enclosure Protection: IP30
Pollution Degree: Degree 2
Operating Temperature Range: 0˚C to +40˚C
ErP Directive Class: Class IV (2%)
Compliance
Design Standards: EN 60730-2-7
BS EN 60730-2-7
R&TTE
ETSI EN 300 220-2
ETSI EN 301 489-3
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