Installation Wi-Fi Thermostat
Table of contents Need some help? COMPATIBILITY.................................................................4 Visit sensicomfort.com/support for around-theclock access to support articles, instructional downloads and comprehensive support videos. Our highly-trained Sensi Support Team is available seven days a week. WHAT’S IN THE BOX......................................................6 WHAT YOU’LL NEED....................................................... 7 BEFORE YOU BEGIN........................
Compatibility HVAC SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY Sensi thermostat is truly universal. Not only does it work with the HVAC equipment in most homes, but it also works with most mobile devices and smart home platforms. Check out the information below, to make sure Sensi thermostat will work for you: MOBILE DEVICE COMPATIBILITY OPERATING SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY iOS 10.
What’s in the box? Here’s what you’ll need.
Download the Sensi app before you begin. This document is not meant to be used independently or to replace the step-by-step installation procedure found only in the Sensi app. The app is required for installation to ensure proper configuration and enable Wi-Fi control of your thermostat. The free Sensi mobile app is available on the App Store™ and Google Play ™. Simply search for “Sensi” and download to your device to get started.
Installation Overview Installing Your Thermostat CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT. Turn off the power to your heating and air conditioning system by using your fuse box or the switch next to your furnace. Open the Sensi app on your device and follow the prompts to create an account, using a valid email address. Your Sensi account can only be linked to one email address, but you can share your account information across devices so your whole family can have access. INSTALL YOUR THERMOSTAT.
REMOVE EXISTING THERMOSTAT COVER TAKE A PHOTO OF YOUR WIRING Remove the thermostat cover by using a screwdriver or by pushing the pressure latch. Some covers will detach easily, while others may need to be released with a screwdriver. Using your phone or digital camera, take a photo of your existing thermostat wiring in case you need to reference it later. WARNING: Do not remove your wires yet—this will be done in a later step.
REMOVE ANY JUMPER WIRES LABEL YOUR WIRES If you see a jumper wire, remove it. Your new Sensi thermostat has the jumper wire built in. Leave all other wires connected to the thermostat. Carefully label your wires by removing one wire at a time from the terminal and applying the corresponding wire label sticker to it. Your labels may not match - that’s okay! For example, if you have a W wire, you will apply a W/E sticker. Use the chart on the next page to find the correct wire label to use with each wire.
Old thermostat G wall wall R, 5, R5, RC, or RH wall wall W, 4, W1 wall wall W2 W-U wall W2 wall Y, Y1 wall Y wall Y2 wall Y2/* wall O, B, O/B wall wall L, F wall wall X, C wall W/E wall RC REMOVE EXISTING BASE Using a screwdriver, remove the thermostat base from the wall. G Sensi™ thermostat TIP: Wrap your wires around a pencil to keep them from falling back into the wall.
INSTALL SENSI BASE CONNECT THE WIRES Mount the Sensi base using the supplied screws, drilling new holes and inserting wall anchors, if necessary. Carefully pull your wires through the center opening. Using your screwdriver, loosen the terminal block screw, insert the corresponding wire and tighten the terminal screw. You can check your terminal connection by giving the wire a gentle tug.
REMOVE BATTERY TAG AND ATTACH FACEPLATE TURN ON POWER Make sure to tuck the wires into the wall, keeping them flush. Push the faceplate until it snaps into place and is secure. Turn on the power to the heating and air conditioning system at the furnace or fuse box. Remove Battery Tag and Attach Faceplate (Sensi 1.
CONFIGURE THE THERMOSTAT After installation, configure the thermostat to the appropriate system type. Press “Menu” on the thermostat and refer to these menu options as needed: CONFIGURATION MENU ITEMS REFERENCE No.
CONNECT TO WI-FI On your Sensi thermostat, press (1) Menu, then (2) Mode to start the wireless radio. When you see the Wi-Fi icon flash in the top-left corner of the thermostat, you are ready for wireless setup.
Warnings INSTALLER INFORMATION FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS CONTROL COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. WARNING: OUT OF PHASE TRANSFORMERS On two transformer systems, the transformers MUST be in phase. Measure the voltage across RC and RH. If more than 12 Volts AC is present between RC and RH, then the transformers are NOT in phase.
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