Page 2 - OWNER’S MANUAL – TABLE OF CONTENTS
OWNER’S MANUAL – TABLE OF CONTENTS E NERGY S TAR ® Program Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Setting Or Changing The Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 3 - Program Information
– 1 – E NERGY S TAR ® Program Information About half of all energy used by households goes to heating and cooling the home. By selecting a programmable Aprilaire ® Electronic Thermostat, you have made a significant step toward conserving energy usage and costs, while improving your indoor comfort. I...
Page 5 - READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY; Setting Or Changing The Clock; DST
– 3 – IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY Programming your Aprilaire Thermostat is done in three easy steps: setting the clock, setting the eventtimes, and setting your desired temperatures. Setting Or Changing The Clock Step 1: If you are currently in Daylight Saving Time (first Sunday in A...
Page 7 - Setting Or Changing The Program; Morning; Day; Evening; Night; Progressive Recovery
Setting Or Changing The Program Programming your Aprilaire Electronic Thermostat involves selecting the temperature you want in yourhome and selecting the time you want it to be that temperature. Your Aprilaire Thermostat will allow amaximum of 4 time schedules per day. Each time schedule is known a...
Page 9 - PROGRAM SCHEDULE
– 7 – PROGRAM SCHEDULE TIME SCHEDULE THERMOSTAT DESIRED MONDAY – SATURDAY & EVENT SYMBOL TEMPERATURE FRIDAY SUNDAY SETTING Morning Heat = Cool = Day Heat = Cool = Evening Heat = Cool = Night Heat = Cool = NOTE: While programming you must press a button at least every 2 minutes or the thermostat ...
Page 10 - Setting Or Changing The Weekday Program For Heating Mode
Step 1: Press and release the MODE button until the word “ HEAT ” and the “ ” heating symbol appear on the display. Step 2: Press and release the PROGRAM button – “ Mo Tu We Th Fr ”; Morning event symbol “ ”; flashing “ 12: ” (or some other hour); and flashing “ AM ” or “ PM ” will appear on the dis...
Page 13 - Setting Or Changing Cooling Temperatures
Setting Or Changing Cooling Temperatures NOTE: Cooling temperatures must be set at least 2 degrees higher than heating temperatures. (Example: If heating temperature is set at 70˚F, cooling temperature must be set to at least 72˚F or higher.) If not set at least 2 degrees higher, the thermostat will...
Page 17 - Day Programmable Thermostat
– 15 – Aprilaire Model 8554 7 Day Programmable Thermostat 110-792B 7/12/01 8:28 AM Page 17
Page 18 - TEMPERATURE CONTROL
TEMPERATURE CONTROL • Reading the Actual Room Temperature: The Model 8554 normally displays the room temperature, not the set-point temperature. • Check the Set-Point Temperature: Press and release the DECREASE button or INCREASE button. The thermostat will display the programmed set-point temperatu...
Page 19 - TIME CONTROL
– 17 – • Returning to Programmed Operation: At any time, press the RESUME button to return the thermostat to operate as programmed. • Change Between °C and °F : The thermostat has the capability of displaying either Celsius or Fahrenheit temperatures. If the displayed temperature seems abnormally hi...
Page 20 - EQUIPMENT CONTROL
– 18 – EQUIPMENT CONTROL • Turning on the Fan: At any time the system fan can run continuously by pressing the FAN button. Note that a Fan icon, “ “, appears in the lower part of the display indicating that the fan is continuously operating. To return the fan to the normal operating mode, press the ...
Page 22 - Setting High And Low Balance Points
– 20 – can still be programmed, the optional outdoor temperature sensor will work and the heat pump fan will turn on if the FAN button is pressed. To avoid frozen water pipes, DO NOT use the OFF mode for long periods of time during sub-freezing temperatures. NOTE: After selecting a new mode, the the...
Page 23 - DECREASE; INCREASE; Using The Available Red LED Indicators; DIP
After accessing a balance point, it can be changed by pressing the DECREASE button or INCREASE button. This should only be done after consulting with a qualified contractor. Improperly set balance points can result in increased energy expenses and possible equipment damage. Using The Available Red L...
Page 26 - TO PREVENT DAMAGE, AVOID CONTACT
To change the DIP switch settings, the thermostat must beremoved from the base which is attached to the wall. The power to the thermostat must be turned offbefore disassembling or the thermostat can bepermanently damaged. If you do not knowwhere the switch is that controls thepower to your thermosta...
Page 29 - TO PREVENT
Figure 4 b) Align the hinge tabs on the base andthermostat panel. Swing the panel to thebase and snap in place at bottom ofthermostat panel (see Figure 4) . c) Turn the thermostat power back on. CAUTION: TO PREVENT DAMAGE, AVOID CONTACT WITH BLUE TEMPERATURE SENSOR ON BOTTOM RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THE...
Page 30 - In Case Of Power Failure; AC; Hold; Cleaning
– 28 – In Case Of Power Failure The Model 8554 thermostat does not require a battery. If the power goes out the letters “ AC ” appear on the display indicating power is not being supplied to the thermostat. “ AC ” will remain on the display for up to approximately 1 hour after the power goes out. Du...
Page 31 - Limited Warranty
– 29 – Limited Warranty Your Research Products Corporation Aprilaire ® Thermostat unit is expressly warranted for two (2) years from date of installation to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. Research Products Corporation’s exclusive obligation under this warranty shall be to supply,...
Page 32 - Automatic Humidifier
B2202155 REV. 04/01 110-792B P.O. BOX 1467 • MADISON, WI 53701-1467 Products For Better Indoor Air Quality ™ The Aprilaire ® Total Indoor Air Comfort System is an integrated group of air quality enhancement products designed to work with your heating and cooling system to make your home more comfort...