eControls Smart WHF Control RT3K User guide

WHF
Smart
C o n t r o l
Jan 2020
CAUTIONS
Use cautions when mounting components to surfaces that
may have concealed wiring beneath the surface.
Turn off power before installing whole house fan or controls.
Read and follow all instructions carefully, including those
included with the whole house fan. Read entire manual
before installing products.
Follow all local electrical codes during installation. All wiring
must conform to local and national electrical codes.
Installation should be performed by a qualified individual
with sufficient experience and skill.
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The RT3K kit includes an RT3 Remote control with
two AAA batteries already installed, an RM3 Radio
Module, an FC3J Fan Control and a 7’ plug&play
cable.
When servicing WHF controls, turn off all power to these
items.
INSTALLER MANUAL
Model RT3K
Whole House Fan Remote Control
Wire the FC3J to the fan using the diagram below as a guide. If
the FC3J fan control is already installed on the fan, go to Step 2.
Step 1. Install FC3J in Junction Box on Fan
Connect to FAN High
Speed Wire
Connect to FAN Low
Speed Wire
Connect to FAN Medium
Speed Wire
Connect to POWER
120VAC Wire
Connect to FAN Neutral
Wire and to POWER
120VAC Neutral Wire
LS
MS
HS
120
VAC
NTL
Low Speed
Medium Speed
High Speed
120VAC Power
Neutral
Unused wires should be cut at the
PCB or capped with wire nuts.
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For 1, 2 or 3-Speed PSC or ECM Fans
WARNING
120VAC.
Disconnect all
power before wiring
Violet-High Speed
Yellow-Med Speed
Red-Low Speed
Black-120VAC
White-Neutral
Wiring Key
Use the screws included to secure the
FC3J to the junction box on the fan
making sure there are no exposed
wires and the fan control is securely
inside the electrical box. Failure to do
so could result in electrical shock.
Step 2. Connect RM3 to the FC3J
Connect the FC3J Fan Control installed in the junction box on
the fan to the RM3 Radio Module using the plug&play cable
provided.
Insert cable into FC3J
installed on fan.
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For 1, 2 or 3-Speed PSC or ECM Fans
WARNING 120VAC.
Disconnect all power
before wiring or
servicing.
Violet-High Speed
Yellow-Med Speed
Red-Low Speed
Black-120VAC
White-Neutral
Wiring Key
ON/OFF
SPEED
MODE
HON
SPEED
Indoors
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Model RM3 WHF Radio Module
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Insert cable into
RM3.
Use cable
provided.
Step 3. Power the Fan
If you are installing the optional outdoor temperature
sensor, install the sensor first then power the fan. See
page 2 for sensor installation.
Model RM3
WHF Radio Module
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Apply power to the fan.
automatically starts up, remove
power and check the wiring . If the
problem persists, contact us.
The LED on the RM3 Radio Module
blinks yellow until communication
with the RT3 Remote has been
established.
If the fan
See FC3J Wiring Diagrams on pages 3-4 for wiring to
fans manufactured by QC Manufacturing.
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For a 2-Speed fan, PRESS then PRESS to
lower the fan speed to Low (L). PRESS then
PRESS to return to High (H) Speed.
PRESS then PRESS to select
TEMPERATURE CONTROL.
The optional TS3 Outdoor
Temperature Sensor is used
to delay fan operation when
the outdoor temperature is too
warm to provide cooling.
With the two screws provided, attach the base to the wall
with the optional rubber gasket between the wall base.
Center the hole in the base over the drilled hole. Note the
wiring flange on the base is positioned at the bottom.
Install under the eaves of the home, out of direct sunlight,
away from a vent - in a location where the temperature
reading will not be influenced.
Drill a 3/8-inch hole for wiring access.
With the wire nuts provided, attach the two sensor wires to a
2-conductor, 18 or 20 gage, thermostat cable and pass the
cable through the 3/8-inch hole drilled in the wall.
Attach the cover to the base with the screw. Be sure the wire
access opening is at the bottom of the cover.
MODEL 43339
Base
Cover
Rubber Gasket
To Module
Screw attaches cover
to base.
Optional TS3 Outdoor Temperature Sensor
Model RM3 WHF Radio Module
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TS3 Sensor
RM3 Radio Module
Step 4. Establish Communication Between
RT3 Remote and RM3 Module
Use the pull tab on the back of the RT3
Remote to activate the AAA batteries
already installed. Tilting the remote up will
light the LCD and establish communication
with the RM3.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not
Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID OA3MRF89XAM9A
Ver. X.XX
Model RT3 Wireless Remote Control
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Pull Tab
Model RM3
WHF Radio Module
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The RM3 LED turns solid
green and WL is displayed
on the RT3 once the units
are communicating, usually
within seconds.
Step 6. Checking the Installation
PRESS to turn the fan ON. Fan should be running.
ON/OFF
PRESS then PRESS to select TIMER CONTROL.
MODE
Verify that the fan is running in High speed. For a 3-Speed fan,
PRESS then PRESS to lower the fan speed
to Medium (M). PRESS then PRESS to lower
the fan speed to Low (L). PRESS then PRESS
to return to High (H) speed.
SPEED
CHECK FAN OPERATION
CHECK FAN SPEEDS
SPEED
SPEED
SPEED
SPEED
RETURN TO TEMPERATURE CONTROL
MODE
ON/OFF
Troubleshooting
Ensure that the cable is completely plugged into the
connectors on the RM3 and the FC3J. Ensure the fan is
powered.
LED on RM3 Radio Module not lit.
Ensure that the number of speeds set in Step 5 correspond to
the type of fan installed - 1-speed, 2-speed or 3-speed fan.
check with your installer or the whole house fan manual if
unsure about the type of fan installed.
Fan speeds available seems incorrect.
The RT3 and RM3 are prelinked to each other and are
identified by an ID # on the back of the units. Ensure that the
RT3 and the RM3 ID #s match.
RT3 Remote doesn’t seem to be communicating
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The RT3 Remote and RM3 Module are
prelinked and automatically establish
communication once the units are powered.
PRESS to turn the fan OFF.
Step 5. Set the Number of Fan Speeds
The RT3 is factory set to a two speed fan. For three-speed or
one-speed fan installations, the number of fan speeds available
needs to be changed to reflect the type of fan installed.
To change the number of speeds, PRESS and HOLD
until the first option is displayed. PRESS again to
display the number of speeds. PRESS to set a 3-speed
fan or PRESS to set a 1-speed fan.
MODE
MODE

Power Wiring
Safety
Cautions - Be sure to follow all codes in your locality.
Ground Wiring
Unused Wires
All green or bare copper ground wires should be tied
together and to the ground screw in the bottom of the
electrical box on the Fan.
Be sure to cap any unused wire from the FC3J with
smaller blue wire nuts.
Use AWG14 Romex cable or a heavy duty (15A) power
cord to power the Fan.
Be sure all power to the Fan is OFF beore attempting
any wiring.
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LS
MS
HS
115
VAC
NTL
LS
MS
HS
115
VAC
NTL
WD-01, 1-Speed PSC Fan WD-02, 2-Speed PSC Fan
115VAC
Power
115VAC
Power
High Speed High Speed
Ground Ground
Fan Fan
Power Power
Screw Screw
Electrical box
on the Fan.
Electrical box
on the Fan.
FC3J Control FC3J Control
115VAC 115VAC
Neutral Neutral
Low Speed
Use the tables below to determine which wiring diagram to wire the Fan and Power to the FC3J. The wire colors used by the Fan
manufacturer for high, medium and low speed vary with fan models. The model number is on a label on the Fan.
FC3J Wiring Diagrams for fans manufactured by QC Manufacturing
Tri Pro-1.5X
Tri Pro-2.5X
Tri Pro-3.3X
Tri Pro-4.8X
Tri Pro-5.5X
Tri Pro-6.0X
Tri Pro-7.0X
Model #
TRIDENT PRO Series
, PSC MotorRed Fan
One
Two
Two
Two
Two
Two
Two
Speeds
WD-01
WD-02
WD-02
WD-02
WD-02
WD-02
WD-02
Wiring Diagram
ES-1500
ES-2250
ES-3100
ES-4700
ES-5400
ES-6000
ES-7000
Model #
ENERGY SAVER Series
, ECM MotorGreen Fan
One
Two
Two
Two
Two
Two
Two
Speeds
WD-03
WD-04
WD-06
WD-06
WD-06
WD-06
WD-06
Wiring Diagram
STL Pro 1.5X
STL Pro 2.5X
STL Pro 3.3X
STL Pro 4.8X
STL Pro 5.5X
STL Pro 6.0X
STL Pro 6.7X
Model #
STEALTH PRO Series
Black Fan, ECM Motor
One
Two
Two
Three
Three
Three
Three
Speeds
WD-03
WD-04
WD-06
WD-05
WD-05
WD-05
WD-05
Wiring Diagram
CL-1500
CL-2250
CL-3100
CL-4700
CL-5400
CL-6000
CL-7000
Model #
CLASSIC Series
, PSC MotorBlue Fan
One
Two
Two
Two
Two
Two
Two
Speeds
WD-01
WD-02
WD-02
WD-02
WD-02
WD-02
WD-02
Wiring Diagram
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LS
MS
HS
115
VAC
NTL
LS
MS
HS
115
VAC
NTL
LS
MS
HS
115
VAC
NTL
LS
MS
HS
115
VAC
NTL
WD-03, 1-Speed ECM Fan WD-04, 2-Speed ECM Fan
WD-06, 2-Speed ECM FanWD-05, 3-Speed ECM Fan
115VAC
Power
115VAC
Power
115VAC
Power
115VAC
Power
High Speed High Speed
High SpeedHigh Speed
Med Speed
Low Speed
Low Speed
Low Speed
Ground Ground
GroundGround
Fan Fan
FanFan
Power Power
PowerPower
Screw Screw
ScrewScrew
Electrical box
on the Fan.
Electrical box
on the Fan.
Electrical box
on the Fan.
Electrical box
on the Fan.
FC3J Control FC3J Control
FC3J ControlFC3J Control
115VAC 115VAC
115VAC115VAC
Neutral Neutral
NeutralNeutral
*Black wire from fan motor may be
solid black or black with white stripe.
*Black wire from fan motor may be
solid black or black with white stripe.
*Black wire from fan motor may be
solid black or black with white stripe.
*Black wire from fan motor may be
solid black or black with white stripe.
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Warranty
This thermostat is warranted to be free of defects due to workmanship
or materials under normal use and service for a period of 5 years from
date of installation and not longer than 6 years from manufacturing
date code.
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