Ruud EcoNet Smart Thermostat Quick Start Guide

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Ruud EcoNet Smart Thermostat. This easy-to-use programmable thermostat works with Ruud HVAC systems and water heaters, providing on-screen information when you're home and complete control when you're away. It's smart enough to alert you when an issue is detected, yet easy to use with a simple touchscreen interface. It has built-in WiFi, so you can monitor your system and adjust temperatures and schedules while on-the-go for optimum convenience, comfort, and savings.

EcoNet Smart Thermostat Features

• Built-In WiFi: Get complete control at home or on-the-go.
• Works With Alexa: Ask Alexa to change the temperature.
• One-Touch Energy Savings Mode: Save energy by overriding your programmed schedule with one touch.
• Active Monitoring: Know when there's a problem that needs immediate attention.
• Local Weather: View current conditions along with an extended forecast to help you plan ahead and maximize efficiency.
• Motion Sensor: Walk up to wake up; sensor, if equipped, automatically wakes the display as you approach the thermostat.
• Integrated Air and Water: Gain complete control with the only smart thermostat that can control your home's air conditioning, heating, and EcoNet Enabled water heating equipment.

Notes: WiFi broadband internet connection required. Download the EcoNet App from the App Store or Google Play to set up your EcoNet Smart Thermostat. Receipt of notifications depends on home WiFi set up. When used with Amazon Echo or Echo Dot. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Motion sensor may not be available on all units.

Home Screen Overview

The home screen provides a comprehensive view of your home's climate control:

• Weather: Displays the current outdoor temperature. Touch to see the weather forecast.
• Brand Logo: Touch to input your contractor's information.
• Messaging Bar: Displays important messages or alerts.
• One-Touch Away: Activates your Away settings; touch again to return to previous settings.
• Indoor Temperature: Shows the current temperature inside your home.
• Menu Options: Navigates to the Menu where you can change basic settings, customize your schedule, and more.
• Alerts: Indicates an important reminder, minor alert, or critical alarm; touch for additional details.
• WiFi Signal: Shows current WiFi signal strength; touch to get connected.
• Humidity: Displays the current relative humidity in your home; touch to configure your preference.
• Motion Sensor: Detects motion to wake the display.
• Temperature Adjustment: Allows you to adjust the target temperature.
• System Mode: Navigates to the Mode selection screen.

Icons to Familiarize With

Menu Icons:

• ? Schedule
• ⚙️ Service
• ? Settings
• ? Status
• ? Water Heater

System Operation Icons:

• ? Auto
• ❄️ Cooling
• ? Heating
• ⚡ Emergency Heat
• ? Fan Only
• ❌ Power Off

WiFi Signal Icons:

• ? Connected Strong Signal
• ? Connected Medium Signal
• ? Connected Low Signal
• ? Not Connected

Home & Away Icons:

• ? Home
• ? Away

Alerts Icon:

• ⚠️ Alert

Weather Icons

The thermostat displays various weather conditions:

• ? Clear Night
• ☁️? Cloudy Night
• ☁️ Cloudy
• ?️❄️ Freezing Rain
• ?️ Fog
• ❄️ Frost
• ?️ Mist
• ?️ Partly Sunny
• ?️ Rainy
• ? Smoke
• ?️ Snowing
• ☀️ Sunny
• ⛈️ Storms
• ? Windy

Control From Anywhere

Getting Started Is Easy:

1. Have your new EcoNet Smart Thermostat installed.
2. Download the EcoNet app and create your account.
3. Touch the WiFi icon on your thermostat.
4. Follow the steps on your thermostat and app to complete setup.

What to expect once you are connected:

• Weather forecast on your thermostat
• Complete control via the EcoNet app
• Works with Amazon Alexa
• Real-time notifications on your phone

Scan the QR code to download the app:

Before Installation Begins

Failure to read and follow all instructions carefully could cause personal injury and/or property damage.

NOTE: All wiring must comply with national, state, and local codes.

Mounting Recommendations:

• Install thermostat on an interior wall approximately 5 feet above the floor.
• Place away from drafts or direct sunlight.
• Do not install behind doors or other objects.

Electrical Specification:

• Input Voltage: 22 VAC to 26 VAC (24 VAC typical)
• AC Line Frequency: 50/60 Hz
• WiFi: 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz

Wiring Diagram

Use 18 AWG or larger for normal wiring applications. Four wires are required.

Wire units in a "daisy chain" and not in a "star" configuration. The order of the devices in the network is not specified except the EcoNet Smart Thermostat should be at one end of the network.

Terminal Functions:

Installation Steps

1. Turn off power: WARNING: Turn off power to HVAC system at circuit breaker.
2. Place ferrite toroid (if provided) around thermostat wires and nest in drywall. (See interior view of wall diagram).
3. Secure the wall plate: Use the dry wall anchors and screws provided. Tip: Ensure the back plate is straight by centering the bubble on the built-in level.
4. Connect wires to the thermostat terminal: Note the wire color used for each terminal; it's good practice to use the same wire color on identical termination points on the indoor and outdoor units. Tip: When installed correctly, the release lever of the terminal block will lower to indicate engagement.
5. Attach display to mounted wall plate.
6. Turn power on: Power system back on and let the EcoNet Smart Thermostat auto-configure your equipment.

Full Instructions Recommended: Scan the QR code below using your mobile device to view the full instructions.

FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Change or modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

RF Exposure Information:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 8 inches during normal operation.

Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Notice

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled: “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Canadian Department of Communications. This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This Class B digital device complies with Canadian ICES-003.