Carrier Cor TP-WEM01-A User manual

TP–WEM01–A
CarrierrCôr™ Thermostat
AC/HP Wi-FirThermostat
Performance™ Series
Installation Guide

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INTRODUCTION
Welcome and from all of us at Carrier®, thank you for
purchasing your new Côr™ thermostat: the heart of a smarter
home.
Like everything else about the Côr thermostat, installing it is
simple and intuitive. However, if any questions arise during
your installation, we’re here to help:
dVisit www.carrier.com/corsupport for how-to videos,
answers to frequently asked questions, and advanced
installation instructions
dTechnical support is also available by phone or email
weekdays from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. EST :
d1.800.CARRIER or 1.800.227.7437
[e-mail]
dThe Côr thermostat is also supported by the world’s
greatest network of professional contractors. Find an
Expert Carrier Contractor at www.carrier.com/dealers
Let’s get started!

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COMPATIBLE HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEMS
Your Carrier Côr thermostat works with most centralized
residential heating and cooling systems.
dHeating and Cooling: Up to Two Stages
dHeat Pumps: One or Two Stage + One or Two Stage
Auxiliary Heat
dGas, Oil, Electric
dDual Fuel Systems – Gas Furnace with a Heat Pump
dGeothermal Systems
dAccessories: Whole Home Humidifier, Dehumidifier or
Ventilator
d802.11 b/g/n Home Wireless Router
Before beginning installation, check the compatibility of your
home comfort system at www.carrier.com/wirecheck.
Professional installation is recommended for:
dSystems Without a Common (C) Wire – see page 5
dVariable-Speed Systems
dFind an Expert Carrier®Contractor
at www.carrier.com/dealers

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ITEMS INCLUDED IN THE BOX
A. The Côr™ Thermostat and backplate
B. Mounting screws and drywall plugs
C. Installation guide, quick start guide, and wire labels
D. Large Backplate (optional)
Wire Labels
Installation Guide
Quick Start Guide
A. B.
C. D.
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ITEMS YOU'LL NEED FOR INSTALLATION
A. Pencil
B. Phillips screwdriver
C. Small flathead screwdriver
D. Drill with a 3/16” drill bit
E. Password for your home’s wireless network
F. Internet-connected device, such as a smartphone, tablet or
computer
A. F. C. D.
Password
E.
B.
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Tip: Review all the instructions before you start to
help ensure that there are no surprises during
installation

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STEP 1. REMOVE THE COVER FROM YOUR OLD
THERMOSTAT
Most covers snap off easily but some are attached by screws.
A. If you do not have a wire connected to C, visit
www.carrier.com/corsupport for Advanced Installation and
Configuration Instructions.
B. If you have wires connected to Rh, Rc, and C, You’ll use two
breakers or switches to disconnect power in Step 2.
B.
110/120V
HC
HC
A.
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Warning! If your old thermostat is labeled 110V or
120V, or is connected by thick wires and wire nuts,
it is a high voltage system and is not compatible

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STEP 2. POWER OFF YOUR HEATING AND
COOLING SYSTEM
Turn off the power to your heating and cooling system. You can
do this either at your circuit breaker box or a switch at your
indoor furnace or fan coil. Most systems have one switch, but
systems with Rh, Rc, and C wires noted in Step 1 will have two
switches.
Make sure your system is without power by using your old
thermostat to adjust the temperature. Your system should not
turn on.
or
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Warning! Electrical operation hazard. Failure to
follow this warning could result in injury, death, or
equipment damage

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STEP 3. REMOVE YOUR OLD THERMOSTAT
Using your old thermostat as a guide, use the provided wire
labels to identify each wire. Don’t worry about any
non-connected wires.
Disconnect each wire. Most thermostats’ wires are connected
using screws; simply loosen each screw with a screwdriver.
Remove your old thermostat base by unscrewing it from the
wall. Be careful not to let any wire labels fall off or wires fall
back into the wall.
Discard any jumper wires
or brackets between Rh, Rc, or R
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Tip: Take a photo of your old thermostat wiring with
your smartphone for reference later

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STEP 4. INSTALL THE CÔR™ THERMOSTAT
Gently pull the wires through the hole in the back plate. Center
the wires in the back plate. Mark the mounting holes on the wall
with a pencil.
Drill mounting holes on the pencil marks with a 3/16” drill bit.
Insert the plastic drywall anchors into the wall. Use the screws
provided to secure the back plate to the wall.
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Tip: Check the built-in bubble level to ensure your
thermostat is straight.

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OPTIONAL - USING THE LARGE BACKPLATE
If the small backplate does not cover the marks left by your old
thermostat, you can use the large backplate instead.
Remove the terminal blocks from the small backplate by
squeezing the tab on the front, left side while gently pushing
the back toward you.
Insert the terminal blocks into the large backplate using the
tabs on the right as a guide. It will snap into place when
correctly inserted.
then
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