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Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

No display/faint display

Supply voltage not correct.

Using a voltmeter, check the supply voltage to the 

thermostat. Voltage operating range for the thermostat 

is 18-30 VAC/VDC. If measured voltage is out of this 

range, troubleshoot the supply voltage to the unit.

Thermostat is damaged.

Replace with a new thermostat. Check the supply voltage 

to the unit before connecting second thermostat (see 

above).

Power wiring to unit is incorrect.

Refer to Figures 1 & 2 in the 

Installation Instructions

for 

correct wiring.

Keypad buttons do 

No power to the unit.

Make sure the display is working correctly. If not, 

not work.

follow step one above.

Thermostat is damaged.

Replace with a new thermostat. Check the supply 

voltage to the unit before connecting second 

thermostat (see above).

Thermostat will not

Thermostat setpoint is satisfied.

Raise the temperature setpoint more than 2° above

call for heat.

current temperature.

Unit wiring is incorrect.

Refer to Figures 1 & 2 in the 

Installation Instructions 

for 

correct wiring.

Unit is ‘OFF.’

Make sure the 

FLAME

icon is displayed and blinking. 

If not, push the 

MODE

button until it is displayed.

Thermostat will not

Thermostat setpoint is satisfied.

Lower the temperature setpoint more than 2°

call for cooling.

below current temperature.

Unit wiring is incorrect.

Refer to Figures 1 & 2 in the 

Installation Instructions 

for 

correct wiring.

Unit is ‘OFF.’

Make sure the 

SNOWFLAKE

icon is displayed and 

blinking. If not, push the 

MODE

button until it 

is displayed.

Short cycle delay still active.

Wait 4 minutes. The unit’s short cycle timer is in 

operation.

Fan does not turn on 

Fan failure.

Place a jumper between the R and G terminals.  

with the system.

The fan should come on. If it does, replace the 

thermostat.

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Summary of Contents for RAL163P1

Page 1: ...re 5 Selecting Temperature Scale 4 Thermostat Overview 2 3 Time Format 5 Verification 10 Installation Instructions Location 11 Mounting and Wiring 11 13 Specifications 14 Tools Required 11 Troubleshoo...

Page 2: ...s from heating to cooling Thermostat Overview Figure 1 RAK163P1 and RAK147P1 Display LCD SEGMENT DESCRIPTION Day indicator Indicates the day of week AM PM indicator Indicates AM or PM Time display Dis...

Page 3: ...een AUTO ON RESET Hardware resets signal to reset the thermostat Keyboard Functions Initial Power Up The thermostat will reset after power up or if the reset button is pressed During reset all LCD seg...

Page 4: ...dicator will be displayed The current operating program is DAY If the indicator is flashing temporary hold is active Icon explanation If heating is selected FLAME icon will be displayed If a call for...

Page 5: ...d SET TEMP indicator will be displayed The HEAT COOL or AUTO indicator will turn on indicating the current operating system Figure 7 Temperature Setpoint Example To change the setpoint temperature pre...

Page 6: ...0 HOLD Display Day Time Setting Mode In NORMAL mode press DAY TIME to enter the DAY TIME SETTING mode The LCD will be cleared except for the time and day of week indicator When the hour is flashing pr...

Page 7: ...6 a m 8 a m 5 p m 11 p m Thursday 6 a m 8 a m 5 p m 11 p m Friday 6 a m 8 a m 5 p m 11 p m Saturday 6 a m 8 a m 5 p m 11 p m Sunday 6 a m 8 a m 5 p m 11 p m Default Program To review or change the pro...

Page 8: ...7 Day Program i e Monday through Sunday on individual days Programming Steps Figure 13 Program Time Hour Flashing Press PROGRAM again The program time minute will be flashing Press or to adjust Progra...

Page 9: ...llow steps 1 5 for the individual 7 day programming When adjusting the program time or temperature press and hold or for 2 seconds for fast advance During fast advance the data will stop flashing To r...

Page 10: ...stem Press the or to adjust the setpoint temperature above or below the current ambient temperature The thermostat should call for either heating or cooling and the fan should turn on Press the FAN bu...

Page 11: ...allation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills Completion time 1 hour Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer Product failure due to improper installation is not covere...

Page 12: ...ECT WIRES 4 To re install the thermostat to the base attach the tabs on the bottom of the thermostat front to the small slots on the base bottom and push up until they snap in place RE INSTALL THERMOS...

Page 13: ...ME FUNCTION 1 W Heating 2 C Common 3 R 24 VAC or VDC 4 Y Cooling 5 G Fan TABLE 1 TERMINALS FOR FIVE WIRES HEAT COOL SYSTEM RAK163P1 ONLY Figure 1 RAK163P1 5 Wire Connection TABLE 2 TERMINALS FOR SIX W...

Page 14: ...h 4 time periods per day 10 Minute resolution for both heating and cooling programs Independent heating and cooling programs Auto Changeover Feature Temperature Override Temporary program temperature...

Page 15: ...second thermostat see above Thermostat will not Thermostat setpoint is satisfied Raise the temperature setpoint more than 2 above call for heat current temperature Unit wiring is incorrect Refer to F...

Page 16: ...16 Notes Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Get other manuals https www bkmanuals com...

Page 17: ...i l T o d a y General Electric Company Louisville Kentucky www GEAppliances com First Name Mr Ms Mrs Miss Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Year Zip Code Apt Last Name Phone Numb...

Page 18: ...18 Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Notes Get other manuals https www bkmanuals com...

Page 19: ...19 Notes Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Get other manuals https www bkmanuals com...

Page 20: ...breakers Damage to the product caused by improper power supply voltage accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this thermostat What GE Wi...

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