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Tekmar 527 - User Manual

Tekmar 527
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D 527
06/09
tekmarNet
®
2 Thermostats 527, 528, 530
Introduction
This Installation and Operation Manual includes detailed wiring instructions, settings and operational features of the
tekmarNet
®
2 Thermostats 527, 528 and 530. These 2-wire thermostats are part of a complete tekmarNet
®
system.
Installation & Operation Manual
Features
Thermostat 527
One Stage Heat
Cooling Group Member
Dual Temperature Display
Simple Temperature Adjustment
Thermostat 528
One Stage Heat
Cooling Group Member
Auxiliary Sensor Input
Floor Minimum & Maximum
Dual Temperature Display
Local Override Button
Thermostat 530
One-Stage Heat
One Stage Cool
Fan Operation
Cooling Group Master
Dual Temperature Display
Local Override Button
OUTDOOR
F
HEAT
FLOOR
F
tekmarNet
®
communications compatibility
Simple 2-wire connectivity
Schedule member
Optimum start
Scenes
Outdoor temperature display
Freeze protection
Cooling groups
Exercising
Zone synchronization
Large LCD with backlight
CSA C US approved for use in USA
and Canada
Benefits
Energy savings
Reduced temperature swings
Suitable for 2-wire retrofits
Compatible with tekmarNet Timers,
User Switches and Gateway for
additional control options
Interlock to prevent simultaneous
heating & cooling
Note
tN2 Zone Manager, Expansion Module
Wiring Center or House Control
required for operation

Questions and Answers

  • M
    Maria WalkerAug 15, 2025
    Why does my Tekmar 527 Thermostat display a BUS ERROR?
    • K
      Kristin ReidAug 16, 2025
      A BUS ERROR on your Tekmar Thermostat typically indicates a wiring fault. Check for any loose wires or short circuits between the tN4 and C wires at the system control. The error should clear automatically once the wiring issue is resolved. If you intentionally removed the thermostat from the system, press the up and down buttons together to clear the error message.
  • F
    Felicia ForbesAug 18, 2025
    What to do if my Tekmar 527 Thermostat shows a DEVICE LIMIT error?
    • B
      Brandon ChristianAug 18, 2025
      The DEVICE LIMIT error on your Tekmar Thermostat means that the number of devices is too high. Lower the device count to 24 or less. If possible, move devices to other tekmarNet® busses. The error will automatically clear once the number of devices on the tekmarNet® bus is at 24 or lower.
  • S
    Susan KhanAug 21, 2025
    What does 'FLOOR SENSOR OPEN CIRCUIT' mean on my Tekmar 527 and how to fix it?
    • C
      Christopher GarciaAug 21, 2025
      A 'FLOOR SENSOR OPEN CIRCUIT' error on your Tekmar Thermostat indicates a problem with the floor sensor's wiring. Check for loose or damaged wires. Locate and repair the problem as described in the Data Brochure D 079. The error clears once the floor sensor fault is corrected. If the floor sensor is intentionally removed, locate the Room Sensor setting in the Adjust menu and set to On. Power the thermostat down and up to clear the error.
  • K
    katherine85Aug 25, 2025
    How to fix FLOOR SENSOR SHORT CIRCUIT on my Tekmar 527 Thermostat?
    • J
      joannejohnsonAug 25, 2025
      A FLOOR SENSOR SHORT CIRCUIT error on your Tekmar Thermostat indicates damaged wires. Check for damaged wires and repair the problem as described in the Data Brochure D 079. The error will clear once the floor sensor fault is corrected.
  • R
    richardsilvaAug 28, 2025
    How to resolve OUTDOOR SENSOR OPEN CIRCUIT error on Tekmar Thermostat?
    • A
      Amber BarberAug 28, 2025
      An 'OUTDOOR SENSOR OPEN CIRCUIT' error on your Tekmar Thermostat means there's an issue with the outdoor sensor's wiring. Check for loose or damaged wires and repair the problem as described in the Data Brochure D 070. The error clears once the outdoor sensor fault is corrected. If the outdoor sensor is intentionally removed, power the thermostat down and up to clear the error.
  • W
    wgreenAug 30, 2025
    How to resolve OUTDOOR SENSOR SHORT CIRCUIT error on Tekmar Thermostat?
    • D
      Debra CraigAug 30, 2025
      An 'OUTDOOR SENSOR SHORT CIRCUIT' error on your Tekmar Thermostat indicates damaged wires in the outdoor sensor circuit. Check for damaged wires and repair the problem as described in the Data Brochure D 070. The error clears after the outdoor sensor fault is corrected.
  • J
    Jeff WyattSep 2, 2025
    What does PORT ERROR mean on my Tekmar 527 Thermostat?
    • Y
      Yvonne FrostSep 2, 2025
      A PORT ERROR on your Tekmar Thermostat indicates an issue with the port connection. Move the thermostat’s tN2 wires to an unused tN2 port on the control.
  • M
    Michelle BrandtSep 5, 2025
    What does COOL MASTER ERROR mean on my Tekmar 527 Thermostat and how to fix it?
    • D
      Denise EstradaSep 5, 2025
      A COOL MASTER ERROR on your Tekmar Thermostat indicates an issue with the cool group master settings. The error clears once either the other cool group master changes its group number or switch setting number 3 is set to none (On position).
  • R
    Robert Nguyen Jr.Sep 8, 2025
    What does COOL MEMBER ERROR mean on my Tekmar 527 and how to resolve it?
    • S
      Shawn ChaseSep 8, 2025
      A COOL MEMBER ERROR on your Tekmar Thermostat suggests an issue with the cool group member settings. The error clears once the thermostat detects a cool group master or switch setting number 3 is set to none (On position).
  • B
    Bridget JohnsonSep 12, 2025
    What does ADDRESS ERROR mean on my Tekmar Thermostat and how to solve it?
    • C
      Cynthia BridgesSep 12, 2025
      An ADDRESS ERROR on your Tekmar Thermostat indicates an issue with the device's address. The error clears automatically once this thermostat is given a new manually set address or if the thermostat is set to automatic addressing.

Summary

Introduction to tekmarNet 2 Thermostats

Thermostat 527 Overview

Overview of the tekmarNet 2 Thermostat 527 features.

Thermostat 528 Overview

Overview of the tekmarNet 2 Thermostat 528 features.

Thermostat 530 Overview

Overview of the tekmarNet 2 Thermostat 530 features.

Important Safety and Operational Information

Cautionary Statements

Important safety warnings regarding installation and operation.

Thermostat Installation and Wiring

Rough-In Wiring Guidelines

Guidelines for proper thermostat placement and wiring during construction.

tekmarNet 2 Thermostat 527

527 DIP Switch Settings

Configuration options using DIP switches on the Thermostat 527.

Setting Temperature on 527

Instructions for adjusting the room temperature setting.

tekmarNet 2 Thermostat 528

tekmarNet 2 Thermostat 530

Sequence of Operation for All tN2 Thermostats

Scheduling and Scene Management

Advanced System Operations

Indoor Temperature Feedback

How thermostats provide feedback to system controls for efficiency.

Specialized Thermostat Functions

Cooling Group Master Configuration (530)

Cooling Group Member Configuration (527;528)

Troubleshooting Guide and Error Messages

CONTROL ERROR (E01)

Troubleshooting steps for the CONTROL ERROR (E01).

PORT ERROR

Troubleshooting steps for the PORT ERROR.

BUS ERROR

Troubleshooting steps for the BUS ERROR.

DEVICE LIMIT ERROR

Troubleshooting steps for exceeding the device limit on the bus.

ADDRESS ERROR

Troubleshooting steps for duplicate thermostat addresses.

ROOM SENSOR SHORT CIRCUIT

Troubleshooting steps for a short circuit in the room sensor.

ROOM SENSOR OPEN CIRCUIT

Troubleshooting steps for an open circuit in the room sensor.

COOL MASTER ERROR

Troubleshooting steps for the COOL MASTER ERROR.

COOL MEMBER ERROR

Troubleshooting steps for the COOL MEMBER ERROR.

FLOOR SENSOR SHORT CIRCUIT

Troubleshooting steps for a floor sensor short circuit.

FLOOR SENSOR OPEN CIRCUIT

Troubleshooting steps for a floor sensor open circuit.

OUTDOOR SENSOR SHORT CIRCUIT

Troubleshooting steps for an outdoor sensor short circuit.

OUTDOOR SENSOR OPEN CIRCUIT

Troubleshooting steps for an outdoor sensor open circuit.

Wiring and Thermostat Testing

Tekmar 527 Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryThermostat
TypeProgrammable
Voltage24 VAC
DisplayLCD
Power SourceTransformer
Wiring2-wire
Temperature SensorBuilt-in
StagesSingle Stage
Programming7-day programmable

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