3 EASY STEPS
Installing Sensi thermostat isn’t that different than installing a non-Wi-Fi thermostat.
1. Install on the wall
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2. Configure for HVAC system
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3. Connect to Wi-Fi
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Connect Wi-Fi now or homeowner connects later
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1. INSTALL on the wall
For Conventional Systems
Terminal Cross Reference
Old Sensi Conventional
Thermostat thermostat
RC RC* Power for cooling
RH, R RH* Power for heating
C, X, B** C Common wire
W, W1, W/E W/E lst stage indoor heat
W2 W2 2nd stage indoor heat
Y,Y1 Y lst stage outdoor cool
Y2 Y2 2nd stage outdoor cool
G G Fan
- If the old thermostat has separate RC and RH wires, clip the RC/RH jumper on the back of the thermostat.
- Label “B” as “C” only if the old thermostat also had a wire on “O”. If there is no wire on “Q” – label the wire “B”. Back of new thermostat
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For Heat Pump Systems
Terminal Cross Reference
Old Sensi Heat Pump
Thermostat thermostat
RC RC* Power for cooling
RH, R RH* Power for heating
C, X, B** C Common wire
W, W1, W/E, W/E Ist stage aux/
Aux/E, E emergency heat
W2*** W2 2nd stage aux/
Emergency heat
Y,Y1 Y lst stage compressor
Y2 Y2 2nd stage compressor
G G Fan
O, B**, O/B O/B Heat pump
changeover valve
L L Heat pump diagnostic
*If the old thermostat has separate RC and RH wires, clip the RC/RH jumper on the back of the thermostat.
** Label “B” as “C” only if the old thermostat also had a wire on “O”.
If there is no wire on “O” — label the wire “B”.
*** On Heat Pump systems with separate W2 and E wires, label both wires W/E (2 wires on one terminal).
2. CONFIGURE for HVAC system
For HVAC System Type
A. Press Menu to enter configuration menu.
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B. Press Next until you see “Setup Outdoor” menu item 3.
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C. Use Up/Down Arrows to change settings. Press Next to continue through menu items.
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D. Press Exit when you’re finished.
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Configuration menu items reference
No. | Menu Item | Default | Options |
1 | Wireless Setup Connects Thermostat to Wi-Fi network | — | Connect |
2 | Fahrenheit or Celsius | F | F C |
3 | Outdoor Equipment Configuration For Cooling or Heat Pumps | AC2 | AC1 – Conventional Cooling 1 ((Single Stage)) AC2 – Conventional Cooling 2 ((Two Stage)) HP1 – Heat Pump 1 ((Single Stage)) HP2 – Heat Pump 2 ((Two Stage)) AC0 – No Cooling |
4 | Indoor Equipment Configuration For Gas or Electric Heat | EL2 | GA1 – Gas 1 ((Single Stage)) GA2 – Gas 2 ((Two Stage)) EL1 – Electric 1 ((Single Stage)) EL2 – Electric 2 ((Two Stage)) FAN – Fan (No Heat) |
5 | Reversing Value Position Selects “O” or “B” Setting For heat pumps only | O | O B |
6 | Wireless Radio Turns Wi-Fi Radio On/Off | ON | On Off |
3. CONNECT to Wi-Fi
Before You Begin
In order to connect to the homeowner’s Wi-Fi, you will need the following:
Access to the homeowner’s smartphone
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The homeowner’s Wi-Fi router access information
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If the homeowner is not available or does not want to connect at this time, go to the last two sections
If Homeowner is Available
Have the homeowner do the following:
1. Download Sensi App on their smartphone.
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2. Make sure their Wi-Fi router is turned on and the Internet connection is working properly.
3. Open Sensi App and create homeowner Sensi account
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4, On “Add Thermostat” screen, select “Just Connect Wi-Fi”.
5. Follow the steps in the app to establish a Wi-Fi connection.
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6. Make sure the connection works by adjusting the temperature from the app screen.
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Technical Support
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
888-605-7131
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If Homeowner is Not Available
You just need to leave two items behind:
Wi-Fi Connection Guide
Tear out next page
Security Code Card
(included in the box with the thermostat)
Insert the Security Code Card into the pre-cut slots in the Wi-Fi Connection Guide leave-behind.
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Wi-Fi Connection Guide
Dear Homeowner:
Your new Sensi thermostat has been successfully installed and can now control your HVAC system.
In order to connect the Sensi thermostat to your Wi-Fi router and enable remote access from your smartphone or tablet follow these simple steps:
1. Gather these items
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2. Download Sensi App to your iOS or Android device
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3. Open the app and follow the instructions step by step to get started.
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Contractor Phone# HOMEOWNER SUPPORT
CO 888-605-7131
sensicomfort.com
You can download the PdF version of SENSI PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTOR INSTALLATION GUIDE here.