Aprilaire Home Comfort Control 8830 Setup guide

Model 8830 Touch Screen
Wi-Fi Automation Thermostat
with Integrated Indoor
Air Quality Solutions
INCLUDES WIRED OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Thermostat installation location recommendations ...3
Thermostat mounting...........................3
Equipment control module installation location
recommendations..............................3
Equipment control module mounting ..............4
Thermostat wiring .............................4
Remote temperature sensor (optional) .............5
Support module wiring .........................5
Equipment control module wiring .................6
Outdoor temperature sensor (included).............7
Optional wireless outdoor temperature
and humidity sensor ...........................7
Return air temperature sensor (optional) ...........8
Leaving air temperature sensor (optional) ..........8
Wi-Fi Setup ..................................2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INSTALLATION
WI-FI SETUP
HVAC WIRING DIAGRAMS
POWER & RESET OPTIONS
SETUP & TESTING
REFERENCES
Power and reset options .......................12
Removal of Indoor Air Quality control buttons ......12
Equipment type selection switch (SW1) ...........13
Installer setup menu ..........................13
Change system settings........................13
Thermostat installer system settings table......14-15
Indoor Air Quality system settings tables.......16-18
Air cleaning system settings table..............16
Humidifier system settings table ............16-17
Dehumidifier system settings table .............17
Ventilation system settings table...............18
System test menu .........................19-20
System test tables.........................20-22
Quick reference to controls & display..........23-24
Troubleshooting ...........................25-26
Error codes ..................................27
Thermostat features ..........................27
Specifications................................28
Conventional heat/cool single transformer..........9
Conventional heat/cool two transformer ...........9
Heat pump single transformer...................10
Heat pump two transformer ....................10
INDOOR AIR QUALITY WIRING DIAGRAMS
Indoor Air Quality wiring with separate transformers ..11
Indoor Air Quality wiring with a single transformer....11
Safety &
Installation
Instructions
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STEP 1
WI-FI SETUP
Verify the thermostat is in Wi-Fi Connection
Mode.
The thermostat by default will be in Wi-Fi Connection
Mode. To confirm that the thermostat is in Wi-Fi
Connection Mode, verify that the radio bars on the
thermostat are strobing as shown below.
Note: If the thermostat is not in Wi-Fi Connection
Mode, refer to the Owner’s manual for instructions on
clearing the Wi-Fi settings.
To connect the 8830 thermostat to a Wi-Fi network follow the steps below.
Note: You will need a computer or mobile device with Wi-Fi and a web browser.
Configure the thermostat to connect to the Wi-Fi
network.
Open a web browser on your computer or mobile
device. In the browser enter:
http://192.168.1.99/index.html
In the web browser interface select the network you
want to connect the thermostat to, and enter the
network’s security credentials.
STEP 3
STEP 2
Connect to the thermostat using a computer or
mobile device.
On your computer or mobile device, scan for
available networks. The thermostat should appear
as APRILAIRE8830 followed by a unique identifier,
corresponding to the last 6 digits of the MAC address.
Connect to the thermostat you want to configure.
If you are installing multiple thermostats, the MAC
address of each thermostat will be displayed in the
message center on the display of the thermostat. The
MAC address can also be found by removing the cover
on the front of the thermostat.
STEP 4
Verify the thermostat is connected to the Wi-Fi
network.
Once all the required information is entered in the
web browser interface, the thermostat will connect to
the Wi-Fi network you selected. After the thermostat
is connected to the Wi-Fi network, the thermostat
will display the radio bars based on the Wi-Fi signal
strength. If the radio bars are not displaying the signal
strength, refer to Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Connection on
page 26.
Note: If you are not using the thermostat with a
home automation system, but are instead using an
Aprilaire account to communicate with the thermostat,
Automation Enable must be set to Aprilaire Cloud in
the installer setup menu, refer to pages 13 & 14. Go
to my.aprilaire.com and refer to Wi-Fi Thermostat
App User Guide and then Start Up for instructions
on connecting to Wi-Fi and registering to an Aprilaire
account.
INSTALLATION
THERMOSTAT INSTALLATION LOCATION RECOMMENDATIONS
EQUIPMENT CONTROL MODULE INSTALLATION LOCATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Thermostat should be mounted:
• On an interior wall, in a frequently
occupied space.
• Approximately 5‘ above floor.
• At least 18” from outside wall.
• Thermostat can be mounted to a
vertical junction box.
Do not mount thermostat:
• Behind doors, in corners or other dead air spaces.
• In direct sunlight, near lighting fixtures, or other appliances that
give off heat.
• On an outside or unconditioned area wall.
• In the flow of a supply register, in stairwells, or near outside doors.
• On a wall with concealed pipes or ductwork.
THERMOSTAT MOUNTING
1. Remove the rear mounting plate from the thermostat.
2. Pull wires through the opening on the rear mounting plate.
3. Position and level the mounting plate of the thermostat on wall
and mark the hole locations with a pencil.
4. Drill 1/4” holes and insert supplied anchors (drywall only).
5. Place mounting plate over anchors, insert and tighten screws.
6. Seal wire entry holes to prevent drafts affecting temperature readings.
Note: Installer must touch a grounded metal object before handling the equipment control module to avoid potential
damage due to electrical discharge.
Equipment control module should be mounted:
• In a location where the temperature will not exceed 158°F (70°C) or drop below 32°F (0°C).
Do not mount equipment control module:
• On foundation walls or on the HVAC equipment or ductwork. These locations can cause moisture to condense on the
equipment control module.
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Wire specifications:
18-24 gauge thermostat wire
Installation notes:
• Ensure power at the HVAC equipment is off.
• Loosen screw terminals, insert stripped wire
and re-tighten.
• Push the excess wire back into the opening and plug the wall opening to prevent drafts.
1 –Connection to terminal 1 at equipment control module
2 –Connection to terminal 2 at equipment control module
3 –Connection to terminal 3 at equipment control module
RSB & RSA – Model 8081 or Model 8082 Support Module communication (optional)
T1 & T2 –Remote temperature sensor (optional)
REMOTE TEMPERATURE SENSOR (OPTIONAL)
THERMOSTAT WIRING
SUPPORT MODULE WIRING (OPTIONAL)
A remote temperature sensor can be used for control if the thermostat is to be mounted in a concealed location
or a remote sensor can be averaged with the thermostat sensor to control a large space. An 8051 flush mount
or 8053 surface mount remote temperature sensor can be attached to the T1 and T2 terminals and mounted in a
recommended area. The remote sensor must be enabled in the installer setup menu, and once enabled will override
or be averaged with the thermostat’s internal temperature sensor, based on the setting.
123T1T2
RSB RSA
C
RC T3
T2T1 RSARSB T4
MODEL 8081 OR 8082
SUPPORT MODULE
21T13 T2
Remote temperature sensor should be
mounted:
• On an interior wall, in a frequently occupied
space.
• Approximately 5‘ above floor.
• At least 18” from outside wall.
• Using less than 300’ of wire.
Do not mount remote sensor:
• Behind doors, in corners or other dead air
spaces.
• In direct sunlight, near lighting fixtures, or
other appliances that give off heat.
• On an outside or unconditioned area wall.
• In the flow of a supply register, in stairwells,
or near outside doors.
• On a wall with concealed pipes or ductwork.
• Near 120 VAC lines.
RSB RSA
21T13 T2
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION
Up to four support modules can be wired for remote
sensing of temperature and/or humidity. Each sensor
can be configured for control or monitoring.
Note: Support Modules should be wired with CAT-5
wire. The total length of wire for all support modules
should not exceed 1000 feet.
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EQUIPMENT CONTROL MODULE MOUNTING
The Equipment Control Module has the following features to simplify mounting and wiring and provide for a clean
and neat installation.
• Six (6) mounting holes. One on each corner and two centered top and bottom. Any combination of these holes may
be utilized. Mount the Equipment Control Module using 2 to 4 #8 screws appropriate for the mounting surface
substrate. (See Figure 2.)
• Wires can be routed through
the top, bottom, sides or back.
• Nylon wire ties can be used
to secure wires in 10 places.
Installation Steps
1. Select mounting location.
2. Pull from bottom to remove
front cover. (See Figure 1.)
3. Mount base using 2 to 4 #8
screws (field supplied). Figure 1 Figure 2

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INSTALLATION INSTALLATION
EQUIPMENT CONTROL MODULE WIRING
Wire specifications:
18-24 gauge thermostat wire
Installation notes:
• Ensure power at the HVAC equipment is off.
• Loosen screw terminals, insert stripped wire
and re-tighten.
• Use zip tie to route wiring through the wiring
channels.
1 – Connection to terminal 1 at thermostat
2 – Connection to terminal 2 at thermostat
3 – Connection to terminal 3 at thermostat
RAT – Return air temperature sensor (optional)
LAT – Leaving air temperature sensor (optional)
ODT – Outdoor temperature sensor (included)
C– 24VAC common
R– 24VAC
RC – 24VAC cooling
RH – 24VAC heating
W– First stage heat (conventional)/auxiliary (heat pump)
W2 – Second stage heat (conventional)/ auxiliary (heat
pump)
W3/B – Third stage heat (conventional)/reversing valve
(heat pump)
Y– First stage cooling (conventional)/first stage compressor
(heat pump)
Y2 – Second stage cooling (conventional)/second stage
compressor (heat pump).
Y3/0 – Third stage cooling (conventional)/reversing valve
(heat pump)
G– Fan
L– System fault indicator (heat pump only) (optional)
CEQ – 24VAC common from heat pump for system fault
indicator (optional)
HUM – Humidifier
DHno & DHcom – Normally open dehumidifier control
DHnc & DHcom – Normally closed dehumidifier control
VENT – Ventilation
EAC – Electronic Air Cleaner
OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR (INCLUDED)
OPTIONAL WIRELESS OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY SENSOR
Outdoor temperature can be measured by installing an 8052 sensor to the ODT terminals and enabling the outdoor
sensor in the installer set-up menu. When an outdoor sensor is installed, the features below will be enabled.
In heat pump mode the outdoor temperature sensor can be used to efficiently utilize an air source heat pump:
• When the outdoor temperature is less than the Low Balance Point, the heat pump will be locked out and only
auxiliary heating will be used to provide heating.
• When the outdoor temperature is higher than the High Balance Point, the auxiliary heating will be locked out and
only the heat pump will be used to provide heating.
Indoor Air Quality functions can use the outdoor temperature sensor to:
• Control humidification setpoint based on outdoor temperature to prevent condensation.
• Lock out humidification for temperatures over 60°F or below -30°F.
• Lock out ventilation based on high and/or low outdoor temperatures.
• Display outdoor temperature on thermostat.
Outdoor temperature sensor should
be mounted:
• On side of building out of direct sunlight
(north side recommended).
• Above snow line.
• At least 3’ away from exhaust vents and
condensing lines.
• Using less than 300’ of wire.
• Do not route wires along 120 VAC lines.
For installations where it is difficult to wire the included 8052 outdoor temperature sensor, a Model 8056 wireless
outdoor sensor can be used. The Model 8056 module has two radio units, one that is placed on the equipment control
module as shown below, and a second radio that is placed outside. See the Model 8056 Installation Instructions for
detailed directions regarding installation.
Outdoor Sensor

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INSTALLATION HVAC WIRING DIAGRAMS
LEAVING AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR (OPTIONAL)
CONVENTIONAL HEAT/COOL SINGLE TRANSFORMER (USE JUMPER)
Leaving air temperature can be measured by attaching an 8052 sensor to the LAT terminals. The leaving air
temperature sensor measurement is displayed during the installer test for diagnostic purposes.
IMPORTANT
Do not mount the sensor in direct line-of-sight of the heat exchanger, cooling coils, or UV lights as this may cause
the sensor to report false temperature readings.
1. Locate the Aprilaire Model 8052 sensor in the supply trunk, after the heat exchanger and cooling coils. (See
shaded areas in figure below.)
2. Mount the sensor according to the installation instructions provided with the sensor.
3. Wire the sensor to the equipment control module LAT terminals.
W
W2
W3
Y
Y2
Y3
G
HC HP
EQ
3
C
RC
RH
L
G
O
Y2
Y
B
W2
W
R
C
TRANSFORMER
2nd HEATING
1st HEATING
THERMOSTAT
FAN
1st COOLING
2nd COOLING
2
1
3rd HEATING
3nd COOLING
LOCATE
SENSOR
IN SHADED
AREA.
CONVENTIONAL HEAT/COOL TWO TRANSFORMER (REMOVE JUMPER)
HEATING TRANSFORMER
COOLING TRANSFORMER
C
R
W
W2
B
Y
Y2
O
G
L
RH
RC
C
3
EQ
HPHC
G
Y3
Y2
Y
W3
W2
W
TRANSFORMER
THERMOSTAT
1
2
2nd COOLING
1st COOLING
FAN
1st HEATING
2nd HEATING
3rd HEATING
3rd COOLING
1R and C can be
powered from the
HVAC equipment
transformer or any
other constantly
powered 24VAC
source.
1
RETURN AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR (OPTIONAL)
Return air temperature can be measured by attaching an 8052 sensor to the RAT terminals. The return sensor must
be enabled in the installer set-up menu. The return air temperature sensor provides protection in the event that the
equipment control module loses connection with the thermostat. In the event that the thermostat connection is lost,
the equipment control module will use the return air temperature sensor to maintain a temperature greater than 40°F
and less than 100°F.
1. Locate the Aprilaire Model 8052 sensor
in the return trunk.
2. Mount the sensor according to the
installation instructions provided with
the sensor.
3. Wire the sensor to the equipment
control module RAT terminals.

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Note: Outputs are 24VAC dry contact. Refer to individual product installation instructions for more details.
HVAC WIRING DIAGRAMS
HEAT PUMP SINGLE TRANSFORMER (USE JUMPER WIRE)
C
R
W
W2
B
Y
Y2
O
G
L
RH
RC
C
3
EQ
HPHC
G
Y3
Y2
Y
W3
W2
W
FAULT DETECT
REVERSING VALVE
THERMOSTAT
REVERSING VALVE
1
2
2nd COMPRESSOR
1st COMPRESSOR
FAN
1st HEATING
2nd HEATING
HEAT PUMP TRANSFORMER
HEAT PUMP TWO TRANSFORMER (REMOVE JUMPER WIRE)
THERMOSTAT
TRANSFORMER
W
W2
W3
Y
Y2
Y3
G
HC HP
EQ
3
C
RC
RH
L
G
O
Y2
Y
B
W2
W
R
C
HEAT PUMP TRANSFORMER
HEATING TRANSFORMER
1
FAULT DETECT
REVERSING VALVE
REVERSING VALVE
2nd HEATING
1st HEATING
FAN
1st COMPRESSOR
2nd COMPRESSOR
2
1
1R and C can be
powered from the
HVAC equipment
transformer or any
other constantly
powered 24VAC
source.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY WIRING DIAGRAMS
INDOOR AIR QUALITY WIRING WITH SEPARATE TRANSFORMERS
INDOOR AIR QUALITY WIRING WITH A SINGLE TRANSFORMER
TRANSFORMER
TRANSFORMER
TRANSFORMER
VNT
DH
HUM
EAC
DH
DHnc
com
no DEHUMIDIFIER
NORMALLY
CLOSED DAMPER
HUMIDIFIER
PILOT RELAY FOR
120 VAC TO EAC
no
com
nc
DH
DH
EAC
HUM
DH
VNT
TRANSFORMER
HUMIDIFIER
NORMALLY
CLOSED DAMPER
DEHUMIDIFIER
PILOT RELAY FOR
120 VAC TO EAC
Note: Outputs are 24VAC dry contact. Refer to individual product installation instructions for more details.

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POWER & RESET OPTIONS
The equipment control module is powered from 24VAC.
The thermostat is powered from the equipment control
module. In the case of power loss the thermostat will
maintain the clock for 24 hours. The thermostat has a
memory backup that saves the thermostat settings in
case of power interruption.
The reset button located under the cover on the front
of the thermostat can be used to reset the thermostat
to factory defaults. The Installer System Settings will
also be set to the default settings.
SETUP & TESTING
INSTALLER SETUP MENU
CHANGE SYSTEM SETTINGS
HOW TO ENTER THE INSTALLER SETUP MENU AND SELECT EQUIPMENT TO SETUP:
In the installer setup menu, Thermostat or Indoor Air Quality setup can be selected. If Indoor Air Quality setup is
selected, the user can then select to set up Air Cleaning, Humidification, Dehumidification or Ventilation.
Press [MODE] to set system to OFF.
Press [MENU] to enter main menu.
Press and hold [SETUP] for seven seconds, [INSTALL
SETUP] appears.
Press [INSTALL SETUP] to enter installer setup menu.
Press or to adjust the option.
Press [MENU] to exit.
Press [NEXT] to select option.
Note: If Indoor Air Quality is selected prior to
performing Thermostat setup, the Installer System
Setting for Outdoor Sensor will be presented prior to
entering Indoor Air Quality setup.
Press [NEXT] or [BACK] to page through the settings.
Press or to adjust the setting.
Press [DONE] to save and exit, or [CANCEL] to exit
without saving.
The thermostat will discard changes and exit if nothing
is pressed within 60 seconds.
To reset the Installer System Settings to the default
settings, reset the thermostat by pressing the [RESET]
button for 5 seconds.
SETTING
NUMBER
SETTING
DESCRIPTION
SETTING
OPTIONS
EQUIPMENT TYPE SELECTION SWITCH (SW1)
This thermostat has the option of being used in heat
pump or heat/cool systems. Switch SW1 located on the
back of the thermostat’s face is used to select this option.
This setting is displayed in the Installer System Settings
under Equipment Type.
HC
HP
SW1
HEAT/COOL
HEAT PUMP
HC
HP
RESET
BUTTON
SETUP & TESTING
REMOVAL OF INDOOR AIR QUALITY CONTROL BUTTONS
Step 1: Verify the specific Indoor Air
Quality control feature is not
installed in the Installer System
Settings (see pages 16-18).
Step 2: From the home screen (see
page 23), press and hold the
Indoor Air Quality button you
wish to remove for 7 seconds.
Step 3: The message center will
display REMOVE BUTTON and
the options of NO and YES
(NO will be flashing).
Step 4: Press or to select YES.
Step 5: Press [DONE].
Step 6: The button is now removed.
Note: Once the button is removed it can be brought back by installing the corresponding Indoor Air Quality feature
(see pages 16-18).
If any of the Indoor Air Quality control features are not installed, the corresponding button can be removed using the
following procedure:
INDOOR
AIR QUALITY
CONTROL
BUTTONS
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System setting Description
Factory default setting (bold)
and setting range
22. First Stage Differential First stage differential. 1°F (0.5°C)
1°F to 9°F (0.5°C to 4.5°C)
23. Second Stage Differential Second stage differential. 1°F (0.5°C)
1°F to 9°F (0.5°C to 4.5°C)
24. Third Stage Differential Third stage differential. 1°F (0.5°C)
1°F to 9°F (0.5°C to 4.5°C)
25. Fourth Stage Differential Fourth stage differential. 1°F (0.5°C)
1°F to 9°F (0.5°C to 4.5°C)
26. Away Enables the Away feature. The Away feature allows
the user to set the thermostat to a predefined
setpoint(s) using a single button press in the the
automation system or Aprilaire mobile and web apps.
The predefined setpoint(s) is set by the user in the
automation system interface or app. The thermostat
will hold the setpoint(s) until Away is canceled at the
automation system or app or at the thermostat.
Disable
Enable
27. Heat Blast Enables the Heat Blast feature. Disable
Enable
28. Blast Offset Amount of heating when Heat Blast is initiated. 3°F (1.5°C)
3°F to 5°F (1.5°C to 2.5°C)
37. Stage Rate Accumulation of equipment run time in equipment
staging determination.
1 = more rapid staging of equipment (comfort).
5 = slower staging of equipment (economy).
2
1 to 5 or “OFF” to ignore accumulated
run time.
38. Progressive Recovery Enable or disable progressive recovery. Disable
Enable
39. Low Balance Point Outdoor temperature low balance point.
Note: This option is only available if thermostat
is set to Heat Pump and Outdoor Sensor is set to
Installed or Automation.
20°F or -8°C
0°F to 60°F (-18°C to 12°C) or OFF to
ignore LBP
40. High Balance Point Outdoor temperature high balance point.
Note: This option is only available if thermostat
is set to Heat Pump and Outdoor Sensor is set to
Installed or Automation.
65°F or 14.5°C
0°F to 80°F (-18°C to 22°C) or OFF to
ignore HBP
41. Program Format Enables the 7 day program. 7-Day
Non-Prog
42. Reset Service Reminders Clears the Air Filter, Dehumidifier, Fresh Air, and
HVAC service reminders if they are active and
resets the start date to the current date. Clears the
Change Water Panel reminder if it is active. If the
reminder is set to Timed, the timer will be reset.
No
Yes
43. HVAC Service Reminder The period for displaying the “HVAC Service
Reminder” message.
Off
1 to 12 months or “Off” to disable
44. Constant Backlight Enable constant, low intensity backlight. Disable
Enable
45. Backlight Intensity Set the active backlight intensity.
Note: The minimum setting is 40% when Constant
Backlight is enabled.
100 Percent
0 to 100 Percent
51. Support Module
Controlling Temp Sensors
Sets the number of controlling support module
temperature sensors.
NONE
1 to 8
52. Support Module
Controlling RH Sensors
Sets the number of controlling support module
humidity sensors.
NONE
1 to 4
53. Display Monitor Support
Module Sensor
Selects if the temperature or humidity values from
support modules that are configured for monitoring are
displayed in the message center of the thermostat.
No
Yes
SETUP & TESTINGSETUP & TESTING
THERMOSTAT INSTALLER SYSTEM SETTINGS TABLE (CONTINUED)
The following table contains the system settings and their details. Default settings are shown in bold. Some settings
are only available dependent upon the value of other settings.
THERMOSTAT INSTALLER SYSTEM SETTINGS TABLE
System setting Description
Factory default setting (bold)
and setting range
00. Automation Enable Selects if the thermostat connects with an
automation system or an Aprilaire account.
0: Aprilaire Cloud
1: Automation System
01. Equipment Type Equipment type set by SW1. Heat/Cool
Heat Pump
02. Temperature Scale Set the thermostat to Fahrenheit or Celsius mode. Fahrenheit
Celsius
04. Control Setup Used to lockout heating or cooling outputs.
Note: Only available if Equipment Type is set to
Heat/Cool.
Heat and Cool
Heat Only
Cool Only
05. Heat/Cool: Cooling Stages
Heat Pump: Compressor
Stages
Heat/Cool: Number of Cooling Stages.
Heat Pump: Number of Compressor Stages.
One
Two
Three (only available in Heat/Cool)
06. Heat/Cool: Heating Stages
Heat Pump: Aux Heat
Stages
Heat/Cool: Number of Heat Stages.
Heat Pump: Number of Auxiliary Heat Stages.
One
Two
Three (only available in Heat/Cool)
07. Heat/Cool: Fan Control
in Heating
Heat Pump: Auxiliary
Equipment Type
Heat/Cool: Determines if the thermostat or
equipment controls the fan in heating.
Heat Pump: Auxiliary Equipment type.
Gas/Oil Heat (equipment controls fan)
Electric Heat (thermostat controls fan)
08. Extended Fan – Heat Extends fan operation after heat call ends. Disable
Enable (90 second extension)
09. Extended Fan – Cool Extends fan operation after cool call ends. Disable
Enable (90 second extension)
10. Temperature Sensor Offset Field adjustment of controlling temperature
sensor(s).
0° (no offset applied)
-4°F to +4°F (-2°C to +2°C)
11. Humidity Offset Field adjustment of internal RH sensor. 0 (no offset applied)
-5% to +5%
12. Auto Changeover Enable or disable Auto Changeover mode. Disable
Enable
13. Deadband Auto Changeover mode deadband. 3°F (1.5°C)
2°F to 9°F (1°C to 4.5°C)
14. Remote Sensor Select if remote sensor is attached, and if it is
attached, if it is the primary control or averaged
with the built-in sensor. If the remote sensor is
the primary control it can be configured to use the
built-in sensor as a back-up sensor.
Not installed
Control no backup
Control with built-in backup
Average with thermostat built-in sensor
15. Outdoor Sensor Selects if an outdoor temperature sensor is not
installed, a wired sensor is installed, or the
outdoor temperature is provided by the automation
system. Note: Automation is only available if
Automation Enable is set to Automation System.
Not installed
Installed
Automation
17. Return Sensor Select if return sensor is attached or not. No
Yes
18. Compressor Min Off Time Minimum off time for compressor protection. 5 minutes
1 to 5 minutes
19. Heating Min Off Time Minimum off time for heating. 2 minutes
1 to 5 minutes
20. Equipment Min On Time Minimum on time for heating and cooling. 2 minutes
1 to 5 minutes
21. Auto Changeover Time Minimum time between heating and cooling calls. 4 minutes
1 to 5 minutes

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SETUP & TESTINGSETUP & TESTING
The following tables contain the Indoor Air Quality system settings and their details. Default settings are shown in
bold. Some settings are only present dependent upon the value of other settings.
The use of an outdoor temperature sensor (recommended) enables additional Indoor Air Quality functionality. If the
outdoor temperature sensor was not enabled in the Thermostat system settings, Thermostat system setting 15,
Outdoor Sensor, will be presented prior to entering the Indoor Air Quality system settings.
Please refer to the Model 8830 Owner’s Manual for further information about thermostat features.
Air Cleaning System Settings Table
System setting Description
Factory default setting (bold)
and setting range
Air Cleaner Installed Selects if an air cleaner is installed. (If set to No, no other
air cleaning settings will be available.)
No
Yes
Change Air Filter Reminder The period for displaying the “Change Air Filter” message. Off
1 to 12 months or “Off” to disable
Humidifier System Settings Table
System setting Description
Factory default setting (bold)
and setting range
Humidifier Installed Selects if a humidifier is installed. Yes/On HVAC is used
for applications where the humidifier is installed on the
HVAC duct. Yes/Standalone is used for application where
the humidifier is independent of the HVAC system. (If set to
no, no other humidifier settings will be available.)
No
Yes/On HVAC
Yes/Standalone
Humidifier Mode Selects auto or manual mode. Auto mode controls humidity
based on the humidity setting and outdoor temperature.
Manual mode controls humidity based on the %RH
setpoint. (Auto mode is only available if outdoor sensor is
set to Installed or Automation.)
Auto
Manual
Humidity Setpoint
Deadband
Selects the minimum difference between the humidifier
and dehumidifier setpoints. (Only available if a humidifier is
installed and dehumidifier control is set to air conditioner.
Available in both set-ups.)
10 Percent RH
10 to 20 Percent RH
Humidifier Operation Selects when humidification is allowed to occur relative
to heating and fan operation. Without Fan allows
humidification to occur without the HVAC fan. This option
should only be used when the humidifier is independent
of the HVAC system. Note: Without Fan is only available
when Humidifier Installed is set to Yes/Standalone.
Heat Only
Heat or Fan
Forces Fan
Without Fan
CAUTION: When Humidifier Operation is set to Without Fan the thermostat will turn on humidification
without energizing the HVAC fan. Do not select this option when the humidifier is installed on the HVAC duct.
Without airflow moisture can accumulate in the duct resulting in significant damage.
Change Water Panel
Reminder
Selects the when the “Change Water Panel” message is
displayed.
Off
1 Per Season
2 Per Season
300 Hours
600 Hours
INDOOR AIR QUALITY SYSTEM SETTINGS TABLES
Dehumidifier System Settings Table
System setting Description
Factory default setting (bold)
and setting range
Dehumidifier Control Selects method of dehumidification. (If set to None, no
other dehumidifier settings will be available.)
None (no dehumidification installed)
Whole Home
Air Conditioner
Humidity Setpoint Deadband Select the minimum difference between the humidifier
and dehumidifier setpoints. (Only available if both a
humidifier and dehumidifier are installed. Available in
both set-ups.)
10 Percent RH
10 to 20 Percent RH
Lockout Dehumidifier During
Cooling
Selects if dehumidification is disabled during a cooling
call.
No
Yes
Dehumidifier Forces Fan Select if dehumidification can turn on the fan. No
Yes
Dehumidifier Service
Reminder
The period for displaying the “Dehum Service
Reminder” message.
Off
1 to 12 months or “Off” to disable
Dehumidifier Overcooling
Limit
Selects the amount of overcooling that can occur
for dehumidification. (Only available if Dehumidifier
Control is set to Air Conditioner.)
3°F (1.5°C)
1°F to 3°F (0.5°C to 1.5°C)
Dehumidify in Vacation
Mode
Selects if dehumidification with the air conditioner is
done in Vacation Mode. (Only available if Dehumidifier
Control is set to Air Conditioner.)
No
Yes
Vacation Dehumidifier Low
Temp Limit
Sets the lowest temperature the air conditioner
will cool to, to meet RH setpoint in Vacation Mode.
(Only available if Dehumidifier Control is set to Air
Conditioner.)
75°F (23.5°C)
70°F to 85°F (21°C to 28.5°C)
Note: Refer to manuals for humidifier, dehumidifier, air cleaner, and ventilation products for recommended
installation and operation.
System setting Description
Factory default setting (bold)
and setting range
Reminder Month (Change
Water Panel Reminder set
to 1 Per Season)
First Reminder Month
(Change Water Panel
Reminder set to 2 Per
Season)
Change Water Panel Reminder set to 1 Per Season:
Determines the month the “Change Water Panel” message
is displayed.
Change Water Panel Reminder set to 2 Per Season:
Determines the first month the “Change Water Panel”
message is displayed.
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
Second Reminder Start
Month
Determines the second month the “Change Water Panel”
message is displayed. (Only available when Change Water
Panel Reminder set to 2 Per Season.)
October
November
December
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September

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SETUP & TESTING
Ventilation System Settings Table
System setting Description
Factory default setting (bold)
and setting range
Fresh Air Vent Installed Selects if ventilation is installed. (If set to No, no other
ventilation settings will be available.)
No
Yes
Fresh Air Setup Type Selects if ventilation is configured through the Code setup
or Comfort. Comfort setup has more lockout options. Code
setting ensures missed lockout time is made up.
Comfort
Code
Number of Bedrooms Selects the number of bedrooms to be used for the Calculated
Minutes per Hour.
3 Bedrooms
1 to 10 Bedrooms
Home Size Selects the size of the home to be used for the Calculated
Minutes per Hour.
2500 SQ FT
500 to 7500 SQ FT
Measured CFM Selects the ventilation CFM to be used for the Calculated
Minutes per Hour.
110 CFM
30 to 250 CFM
Calculated Minutes
per Hour
Displays the Fresh Air Time calculated. None
Range 6 to 60 Minutes
Override Manual adjustment of Calculated Minutes per Hour. (Calculated Minutes per Hour)
Range 6 to 60 Minutes
Enable High Vent RH
Limit
Selects if ventilation is disabled if the indoor RH exceeds the
indoor RH limit. (Only available if Fresh Air Setup is set to
Comfort.)
Yes
No
High Vent RH Limit Sets the ventilation indoor RH lockout limit. (Only available if
Enable High Vent RH Limit is set to Yes.)
55%
45% to 70%
Enable Low Vent RH
Limit
Selects if ventilation is disabled if the indoor RH exceeds the
indoor RH limit. (Only available if Fresh Air Setup is set to
Comfort.)
No
Yes
Low Vent RH Limit Sets the ventilation indoor RH lockout limit. (Only available if
Enable Low Vent RH Limit is set to Yes.)
20%
10% to 30%
Enable High Vent
Temperature Limit
Enables high ventilation temperature lockout limit. (Only
available if Outdoor Sensor is set to Installed or Automation.)
No
Yes
High Vent Temperature
Limit
Sets high ventilation temperature lockout limit. (Only available
if Enable High Vent Temperature Limit is set to Yes.)
100°F (38°C)
85°F to 105°F (29°C to 41°C)
Enable Low Vent
Temperature Limit
Enables low ventilation temperature lockout limit. (Only
available if Outdoor Sensor is set to Installed or Automation.)
No
Yes
Low Vent Temperature
Limit
Sets low ventilation temperature lockout limit. (Only available
if Enable Low Vent Temperature Limit is set to Yes.)
10°F (-12°C)
-10°F to 40°F (-24°C to 6°C)
HVAC Fan with Vent Selects if ventilation forces the fan on. (Yes with high and low
limits is only available if Outdoor Sensor is set to Installed or
Automation.)
Yes
Yes with high and low limits
No
Enable High Mixing
Temperature
Enables high mixing temperature. (Only available is HVAC Fan
with Vent is set to Yes with high and low limits.)
No
Yes
High Mixing
Temperature
Sets the high mixing temperature. (Only available if Enable
High Mixing Temperature is set to Yes.)
80°F or (26°C)
60°F to 105°F (14°C to 41°C)
Enable Low Mixing
Temperature
Enables low mixing temperature. (Only available is HVAC Fan
with Vent is set to Yes with high and low limits.)
No
Yes
Low Mixing
Temperature
Sets the Low mixing temperature. (Only available if Enable
Low Mixing Temperature is set to Yes.)
40°F (6°C)
0°F to 50°F (-18°C to 12°C)
Fresh Air Service
Reminder
The period for displaying the “SERVICE FRESH AIR” message. OFF
1 to 12 months or “OFF” to disable
SETUP & TESTING
SYSTEM TEST MENU
The system test menu is used to test a system after installation. The outputs of the thermostat can be manually
activated to test their function. The instructions below show how to enter the test mode and turn outputs on and off.
Each equipment test will begin with the selection of turning on the output or stage as shown below.
Press or to change the selection.
Press [NEXT] to accept the selection and proceed to the next step.
If YES is selected, the thermostat will test the corresponding output. If NO is selected, the thermostat will proceed
to the next step.
SYSTEM TEST STEPS
Heating equipment test
Cooling equipment test
Fan equipment test
Humidification equipment test
Dehumidification equipment test
Ventilation equipment test
Air Cleaning equipment test
HOW TO ENTER THE SYSTEM TEST MENU:
Press [MODE] to set system to off.
Press and hold [FAN] and [MODE] for three seconds
to enter system test mode.
The first screen of the installer test displays the
equipment configuration.
Press [NEXT] to enter the first installation test or
[CANCEL] to exit.
TEMPERATURE
TEMPERATURE
EQUIPMENT TEST
SELECTION
HUMIDITY
HUMIDITY
OUTDOOR
TEMPERATURE
OUTDOOR
TEMPERATURE
EQUIPMENT
CONFIGURATION
TEST TO BE RUN

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SETUP & TESTING SETUP & TESTING
SYSTEM TEST MENU (CONTINUED) SYSTEM TEST TABLES (CONTINUED)
SYSTEM TEST TABLES
While the equipment test is active the corresponding test information will be shown.
Press [NEXT] to accept the selection and proceed to the next test selection.
TEMPERATURE
LEAVING AIR
TEMPERATURE
EQUIPMENT TEST
SELECTION
HUMIDITY
OUTDOOR
TEMPERATURE
OUTPUT STATUS
TEST THAT
IS ACTIVE
Heat / Cool Heating Equipment Test
Heat Type W W2 W3 Y Y2 Y3 G
Gas 1st Stage Test ON
Gas 2nd Stage Test ON ON
Gas 3rd Stage Test ON ON ON
Electric 1st Stage Test ON ON
Electric 2nd Stage Test ON ON ON
Electric 3rd Stage Test ON ON ON ON
Heat Pump Heating Equipment Test (Electric Heat)
Compressor
Stages
Aux
Stages W W2 B Y Y2 O G
1 1 1st Stage Test ON ON ON
1 1 2nd Stage Test ON ON ON ON
2 1 1st Stage Test ON ON ON
2 1 2nd Stage Test ON ON ON ON
2 1 3rd Stage Test ON ON ON ON ON
1 2 1st Stage Test ON ON ON
1 2 2nd Stage Test ON ON ON ON
1 2 3rd Stage Test ON ON ON ON ON
2 2 1st Stage Test ON ON ON
2 2 2nd Stage Test ON ON ON ON
2 2 3rd Stage Test ON ON ON ON ON
2 2 4th Stage Test ON ON ON ON ON ON
Heat Pump Heating Equipment Test (Gas Heat)
Compressor
Stages
Aux
Stages W W2 B Y Y2 O G
1 1 1st Stage Test ON ON ON
1 1 2nd Stage Test ON ON
2 1 1st Stage Test ON ON ON
2 1 2nd Stage Test ON ON ON ON
2 1 3rd Stage Test ON ON
1 2 1st Stage Test ON ON ON
1 2 2nd Stage Test ON ON
1 2 3rd Stage Test ON ON ON
2 2 1st Stage Test ON ON ON
2 2 2nd Stage Test ON ON ON ON
2 2 3rd Stage Test ON ON
2 2 4th Stage Test ON ON ON

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Heat / Cool Cooling Equipment Test
W W2 W3 Y Y2 Y3 G
1st Stage Test ON ON
2nd Stage Test ON ON ON
3rd Stage Test ON ON ON ON
Heat Pump Cooling Equipment Test
W W2 B Y Y2 O G
1st Stage Test ON ON ON
2nd Stage Test ON ON ON ON
Fan Equipment Test
W W2 W3/B Y Y2 Y3/O G
ON
Humidification Equipment Test
HUM DHNO/DHCOM VENT EAC G
ON ON
Dehumidification Equipment Test
HUM DHNO/DHCOM VENT EAC G
ON ON
Ventilation Equipment Test
HUM DHNO/DHCOM VENT EAC G
ON ON
Ventilation Equipment Test
HUM DHNO/DHCOM VENT EAC G
ON ON
SETUP & TESTING
SYSTEM TEST TABLES (CONTINUED)
QUICK REFERENCE TO CONTROLS & DISPLAY
HOME SCREEN
MAIN MENU
NOTE: BACKLIGHT IS ACTIVATED WITH FIRST BUTTON PRESS AND AUTOMATICALLY TURNS OFF.
FAN MODE
BUTTON
FAN MODE
SETTING
SYSTEM MODE
BUTTON
SYSTEM MODE
SETTING
WI-FI SIGNAL STRENGTHCURRENT TIME & DATE MAIN MENU BUTTONHEAT BLAST BUTTON
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
AIR CLEANING BUTTON
(ENTERS EVENT-BASED™AIR
CLEANING CONTROL SCREEN)
HUMIDITY CONTROL BUTTON
(ENTERS HUMIDITY CONTROL
SCREEN)
FRESH AIR BUTTON (ENTERS
VENTILATION CONTROL SCREEN)
HOLD BUTTON
(SETS OR CLEARS HOLD)
HEAT PUMP ONLY
EMERGENCY HEAT OR
AUXILIARY HEAT (RED)
SYSTEM FAULT (YELLOW)
MAINTENANCE REMINDER
(YELLOW FLASHING)
INDICATORS SHOW THROUGH HOUSING
EQUIPMENT
STATUS
MESSAGE
CENTER
(SCROLLING TEXT)
ROOM TEMPERATURE CURRENT DAY TEMPERATURE SETTINGOUTDOOR TEMPERATURE ROOM RELATIVE HUMIDITY
SET SCHEDULE
BUTTON
INSTALLER/USER SYSTEM SETTINGS
CLEAN SCREEN
(LOCKOUT TOUCH
SCREEN FOR 30
SECONDS)
SET VACATION HOLD
(HOLD–TO TIME AND DATE)
SET CURRENT
TIME AND DATE
DONE BUTTON
(EXIT MENU)

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TROUBLESHOOTINGQUICK REFERENCE TO CONTROLS & DISPLAY
DISPLAY IS BLANK
If Power LED not illuminated at the equipment control
module check the following.
• Check circuit breaker and reset if necessary.
• Make sure power switch at heating & cooling
system is on.
• Make sure furnace door is closed securely.
POWER/STATUS – On solid during normal operation. Flashes
when connection to the thermostat is lost and at power-up while
the thermostat connection is being established.
HEATING – On when heating outputs are active.
COOLING – On when cooling outputs are active.
FAN – On when fan output is active.
HUMIDIFIER – On when humidifier output is active.
DEHUMIDIFIER – On when dehumidifier output is active.
VENTILATION – On when ventilation output is active.
AIR CLEANING – On when air cleaner output is active.
HEATING SYSTEM DOES NOT RESPOND
(“HEATING” APPEARS ON SCREEN)
• Check for 24VAC at the equipment on the secondary
side of the transformer between power and
common. If voltage is not present, check the heating
equipment to find the cause of the problem.
• Check for 24VAC between the heat terminal (W)
and the transformer common. If 24VAC is present,
the thermostat is functional. Check the heating
equipment to find the cause of the problem.
• Check for loose or broken wires between the
thermostat and the heating equipment.
COOLING SYSTEM DOES NOT RESPOND
(“COOLING” APPEARS ON SCREEN)
• Check for 24VAC at the equipment on the secondary
side of the transformer between power and
common. If voltage is not present, check the cooling
equipment to find the cause of the problem.
• Check for 24VAC between the cooling terminal (Y)
and the transformer common. If 24VAC is present,
the thermostat is functional. Check the cooling
system to find the cause of the problem.
• Check for loose or broken wires between the
thermostat and the cooling equipment.
FAN DOES NOT TURN ON IN A CALL FOR HEAT
• Check System Setting 07 (Fan Control), to make sure
the fan control is properly set to match the type of
system.
HEAT PUMP ISSUES COOL AIR IN HEAT MODE,
OR WARM AIR IN COOL MODE
• Check wiring at the terminal block to confirm the
reversing valve is connected to the proper terminal.
O is active in cooling and B is active in heating.
HEAT/COOL BOTH ON AT SAME TIME
EQUIPMENT CONTROL MODULE LEDs
• Check SW1 (Equipment Type), to make sure it is set
to match the installed heating/cooling equipment.
• Check to make sure heating and cooling wires are
not shorted together.
HEATING EQUIPMENT IS RUNNING IN
COOL MODE
• Check SW1 (Equipment Type), to make sure it is set
to match the installed heating/cooling equipment
(see page 13).
“HEATING” IS NOT DISPLAYED
• Change the System Mode to Heat, and set
the temperature level above the current room
temperature.
• If Heat is not a system mode option, check Installer
System Setting 04 (Control Setup) is set correctly.
“COOLING” IS NOT DISPLAYED
• Change the System Mode to Cool, and set
the temperature level below the current room
temperature.
• If Cool is not a system mode option, check Installer
System Setting 04 (Control Setup) is set correctly.

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ERROR CODES
If the thermostat enters an error mode, all outputs are turned off. The thermostat attempts to recover every 10 minutes.
Error code Message Error Description
01 “SENSOR ERROR” Open temperature sensor circuit
02 Shorted temperature sensor circuit
03 “EEPROM ERROR” Error in permanent memory
05 “LOST SYSTEM CONNECTION” Thermostat lost connection to equipment interface module
06 “REMOTE SENSOR ERROR” Open remote temperature sensor circuit
07 Shorted remote temperature sensor circuit
08 “SUPPORT MODULES LOST” All support modules with controlling temperature sensors
are in error.
THERMOSTAT FEATURES
• Remote access and control over Wi-Fi.
• Indoor air quality control.
– Humidification automatic or manual control.
– Dehumidification.
– Event-Based™air cleaning.
– Ventilation with temperature and humidity limits.
• Temperature control.
• Heat Blast®raises the room temperature 3°F to 5°F.
• Support for optional wireless outdoor temperature
sensor.
• Large touch screen with adjustable backlight –
constant backlight option available.
• Message center provides feedback and instructions.
• 7 day programmability.
• Displays room temperature, room humidity,
temperature setting, and optional outdoor temperature.
• Air filter, humidifier, dehumidifier, ventilation, and
HVAC service reminders.
• Programmable fan control with fan circulation mode.
• Easy to use temperature control can override program
schedule at any time.
• Progressive recovery ensures proper temperature at
the start of a program event.
• Built in compressor protection prevents damage to
your equipment.
• System test mode.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Wi-Fi connection status Radio status indicator Message Center
Normal Operation. Wi-Fi signal strength is indicated
by the appropriate number of bars.
No corresponding message
The thermostat Wi-Fi settings have not
been entered. Refer to Wi-Fi Setup on
page 2 for instructions for entering the
Wi-Fi settings.
The frame is displayed and the bars cycle
from 0 to 4.
Displays the SSID of the
thermostat. Note: The
SSID will be used to
identify the thermostat
when using a smart device
to connect the thermostat
to your Wi-Fi router.
The thermostat cannot connect to the
Wi-Fi router. Verify that the router is
functioning properly.
The frame and all bars
flash on and off.
WiFi Connection Lost
Indicates the thermostat was not
configured properly when connecting to
the router. Confirm there is no IP conflict
and repeat Wi-Fi setup. Note: If the
thermostat is configured to work with an
Aprilaire account this indicates that the
thermostat cannot connect to the Aprilaire
Cloud. Confirm that the internet connection
is working.
The display will alternate between displaying
the frame and all bars.
Internet Connection Lost
There is an internal error with the
thermostat Wi-Fi radio. The thermostat will
continue to control the HVAC and indoor
air quality control equipment, but will not
be able to connect to Wi-Fi. Contact an
HVAC professional for repair.
The frame will flash on and off. Radio Error
Wi-Fi radio turned off. Refer to the
Accessingg Wi-Fi Settings Menu in the
Owner’s Manual for information about
turning the Wi-Fi radio on.
Not displayed. WiFi Turned Off
TROUBLESHOOTING WI-FI CONNECTION
The Wi-Fi connection status is communicated through the use of the radio strength indicator and the message center.
The table below describes the various statuses and the corresponding message and radio bar display.

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U.S. Patent Numbers 8,146,376, 8,596,078 and other patents pending.
© 2017 Aprilaire – A division of Research Products Corporation
Control
Model 8081 or 8082 support module wiring Maximum distance: 1000 feet
Outdoor, Remote, Leaving and Return temperature sensor Maximum distance: 300 feet
Room temperature measurement Display range: 32° to 99°F (0° to 40°C)
Return and Leaving temperature measurement Display range: -40° to 160°F (-40° to 71°C)
Outdoor temperature measurement Display range: -40° to 130°F (-40° to 55°C)
Setpoint temperature range Heat: 40° to 90°F (4° to 32°C)
Cool: 50° to 99°F (10° to 37°C)
Setpoint humidity range Humidification: 10% to 50% R.H.
Dehumidification: 40% to 90% R.H.
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical
Operating voltage 24VAC (18 – 30VAC)
Current Maximum: 2.5A (total), 1.0A (single output)
Maximum surge current: 5A
Environment
Temperature (Shipping) -30° to 150°F (-34° to 65°C)
Temperature Thermostat (Operating) 32° to 120°F (0° to 48°C)
Temperature Equipment Control Module (Operating) 32° to 158°F (0° to 70°C)
Relative humidity Operating: 5% to 90% R.H. (non-condensing)