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Pre-Installation
Pre-Installation
This section provides the following pre-installation information:
• Location considerations
• Height requirements
• Mounting surfaces
• Maximum wire length
Location Considerations
When selecting a location, avoid the following areas when installing the thermostat:
• Direct sunlight
• Direct airstream of air diffusers
• Exterior walls and other walls that have a temperature differential between the two sides
• Close proximity to heat sources such as sunlight, appliances, concealed pipes, chimneys, or
other heat-generating equipment
• Drafty regions
• Dead spots behind doors, projection screens, or corners
• Walls subject to high vibration
• High humidity regions
• High traffic areas (to reduce accidental damage or tampering)
Height Requirements
It is recommended to mount the thermostat a maximum distance of 54 inches (137 cm) above the
floor. If a parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair is required, reduce the maximum height
to 48 inches.
Note: For further details regarding wheelchair requirements, refer to ADA Standards for
Accessible Design/4.27 Controls and Operating Mechanisms/4.27.3 Height online at
www.ADA.gov and to local building codes.
Mounting Surfaces
The thermostat can be mounted to any sturdy, vertical surface. Plastic-threaded anchors and M3.5
x 20 mm screws are provided for mounting to plaster or wallboard; 6-32 x 3/4 inch machine screws
are provided for mounting directly to a standard electrical device box. For other surface types, the
user must provide fasteners that are appropriate for the surface.
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