Vaillant VR 91f User manual

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Operating and
installation instructions
Contents
1 Safety ............................................ 3
1.1 For the end user ............................ 3
1.2 General safety information for
the end user................................... 3
1.3 For the competent person.............. 5
1.4 General safety information for
the competent person .................... 5
1.5 Regulations (directives, laws,
standards)...................................... 6
2 For the end user........................... 7
2.1 Notes on the documentation.......... 7
2.2 Product description ........................ 7
2.3 Operation ....................................... 8
2.4 Maintenance message................... 9
2.5 Fault message ............................... 9
2.6 Troubleshooting ............................. 9
2.7 Care ............................................... 9
2.8 Changing the batteries................... 9
2.9 Decommissioning ........................ 10
2.10 Guarantee and customer
service ......................................... 10
3 For the competent person ........ 10
3.1 Notes on the documentation........ 10
3.2 Product description ...................... 10
3.3 Set-up .......................................... 11
3.4 Start-up ........................................ 13
3.5 Handing over to the end user ...... 13
3.6 Operation ..................................... 14
3.7 Operating and display
functions ...................................... 14
3.8 Troubleshooting ........................... 15
3.9 Changing the batteries................. 15
3.10 Decommissioning ........................ 15
3.11 Recycling and disposal ................ 15
3.12 Customer service......................... 16
3.13 Technical data ............................. 16
Appendix ............................................... 17
A For the end user......................... 17
A.1 Operating modes ......................... 17
A.2 Operating levels........................... 17
A.3 Troubleshooting ........................... 19
B For the competent person ........ 20
B.1 Installer level................................ 20
B.2 Remedy ....................................... 20
B.3 Troubleshooting ........................... 20

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1 Safety
1.1 For the end user
1.1.1 Intended use
In the event of inappropriate or
improper use, damage to the
product and other property may
arise.
The product enables a zone to
be controlled remotely via an
eBUS interface.
The wireless remote control
must be installed in a location
that has sufficient reception.
The radio remote control is not
intended to be portable.
The following components are
required for operation:
–VRC 700f
Intended use includes the fol-
lowing:
–observance of the operating
instructions included for the
product and any other install-
ation components
–compliance with all inspection
and maintenance conditions
listed in the instructions.
This product can be used by
children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervi-
sion or instruction concerning
use of the product in a safe way
and understand the hazards in-
volved. Children must not play
with the product. Cleaning and
user maintenance work must
not be carried out by children
unless they are supervised.
Any other use that is not spe-
cified in these instructions, or
use beyond that specified in this
document, shall be considered
improper use. Any direct com-
mercial or industrial use is also
deemed to be improper.
Caution.
Improper use of any kind is
prohibited.
1.2 General
safety information for
the end user
1.2.1 Danger caused by
improper operation
Improper operation may present
a danger to you and others, and
cause material damage.
▶Carefully read the enclosed
instructions and all other ap-
plicable documents, particu-
larly the "Safety" section and
the warnings.
▶Only carry out the activities
for which instructions are
provided in these operating
instructions.

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1.2.2 Batteries
▶Note the battery type, as de-
scribed in these instructions;
see section "Data plate".
▶Remove and insert batteries
as described in these instruc-
tions; see section "Changing
the batteries".
▶Do not recharge non-re-
chargeable batteries.
▶Remove rechargeable batter-
ies from the product before
charging them.
▶Do not combine batteries with
other battery types.
▶Do not combine new and
used batteries.
▶Insert the batteries, making
sure that the poles are the
right way round.
▶Remove the dead batteries
from the product and dispose
of them correctly.
▶Remove the batteries if you
intend to store the product
and not use it for an extended
period and/or to scrap it.
▶Do not short-circuit the con-
nection contacts in the pro-
duct's battery compartment.
1.2.3 Risk of material damage
caused by acid
▶Remove any dead batteries
from the product and dispose
of these properly.
▶Remove the batteries if you
intend to store the product
and not use it for an extended
period.
1.2.4 Risk of death caused by
swallowing batteries
This product contains replace-
able batteries.
▶Dispose of used batteries in
accordance with the instruc-
tions in this manual.
▶If the battery compartment no
longer closes securely, stop
using the product.
▶Batteries do not belong in the
hands of children. Ensure that
batteries are kept out of reach
of children.
If batteries are swallowed, this
may lead to serious internal
burns or death within just two
hours.
▶Seek immediate medical as-
sistance.
1.2.5 Risk of material damage
caused by frost
▶Ensure that the heating in-
stallation always remains in
operation during freezing con-
ditions and that all rooms are
sufficiently heated.
▶If you cannot ensure the oper-
ation, have a competent per-
son drain the heating installa-
tion.

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1.3 For the competent person
1.3.1 Intended use
In the event of inappropriate or
improper use, damage to the
product and other property may
arise.
The product enables a zone to
be controlled remotely via an
eBUS interface.
The wireless remote control
must be installed in a location
that has sufficient reception.
The radio remote control is not
intended to be portable.
The following components are
required for operation:
–VRC 700f
–observance of accompanying
operating, installation and
maintenance instructions for
the product and any other
system components
–installing and setting up the
product in accordance with
the product and system ap-
proval
–compliance with all inspection
and maintenance conditions
listed in the instructions.
Intended use also covers in-
stallation in accordance with the
IP code.
Any other use that is not spe-
cified in these instructions, or
use beyond that specified in this
document, shall be considered
improper use. Any direct com-
mercial or industrial use is also
deemed to be improper.
Caution.
Improper use of any kind is
prohibited.
1.4 General
safety information for
the competent person
1.4.1 Risk
caused by inadequate
qualifications
The following work must only
be carried out by competent
persons who are sufficiently
qualified to do so:
–Set-up
–Dismantling
–Installation
–Start-up
–Inspection and maintenance
–Repair
–Decommissioning
▶Proceed in accordance with
current technology.
1.4.2 Risk of material damage
caused by frost
▶Do not install the product in
rooms prone to frost.

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1.5 Regulations (directives,
laws, standards)
▶Observe the national regula-
tions, standards, directives,
ordinances and laws.

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2 For the end user
2.1 Notes on the documentation
2.1.1 Observing other applicable
documents
▶Always observe all operating instruc-
tions enclosed with the installation com-
ponents.
2.1.2 Storing documents
▶Store these instructions and all other
applicable documents for further use.
2.1.3 Validity of the instructions
These instructions apply only to:
VR 91f –article number
Great Britain 0020231566
2.1.4 Nomenclature
The following terms are used for simplifica-
tion:
–System control: This refers to the
VRC 700f/4 wireless system control.
–Remote control: This refers to the
VR 91f wireless remote control.
–Outdoor temperature sensor: This refers
to the wireless outdoor temperature
sensor.
2.2 Product description
2.2.1 Design of the product
2
1
3
2
5
6
4
1 Display
2 Selection button
3 Diagnostics
socket
4 Battery compart-
ment
5 Wall-mounting
base cover
6 Rotary knob
2.2.2 Main function
The remote control sends data, such as
the current room temperature, to the radio
receiver unit. The remote control receives
data from the radio receiver unit that you
can read on the display. On the remote
control you can, for example, set the op-
erating mode, the time periods or the tem-
perature.
2.2.3 Preventing malfunctions
▶Ensure that the room air can circulate
freely around the remote control, and
that the remote control is not covered
by furniture, curtains or other objects.
▶Ensure that all radiator valves in the
room where the remote control is fitted
are fully open.
2.2.4 Data plate
The data plate is located on the rear of
the remote control underneath the unit
mounting bracket.

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The data plate contains the following in-
formation:
Information on the
data plate
Meaning
Serial number for identification;
7th to 16th digits
= product article
number
VR 91f Product designation
V Rated voltage
mA Rated current
Read the instructions
LR06 Battery type designa-
tion
T60 Max. permitted envir-
onmental temperat-
ure: 0 to 60 °C
2.2.5 Serial number
You can call up the serial number to the
display under Menu →Information →
Serial number. The 10-digit article num-
ber is located in the second line.
2.2.6 CE marking
The CE marking shows that the products
comply with the basic requirements of the
applicable directives as stated on the de-
claration of conformity.
The manufacturer hereby declares that the
type of radio equipment that is described
in these instructions complies with Direct-
ive 2014/53/EU. The complete text for the
EU Declaration of Conformity is available
at: http://www.vaillant-group.com/doc/doc-
radio-equipment-directive/.
2.3 Operation
You can only operate the remote control
unit in combination with the VRC 700f sys-
tem control. This means that it is also ne-
cessary to read through the operating in-
structions for the VRC 700f system con-
trol.
The operating instructions for the system
control will provide you with
–Information on the operating structure.
–Information on the operating concept
with examples.
–A detailed description of the operating
and display functions that the remote
control unit also has.
Operating modes (→Page 17)
Operating levels (→Page 17)
The path details given at the start of each
function description indicate how you
reach this function in the menu structure.
2.3.1 Reading the reception strength
Menu →Information →System status →
Signal strength
–You can use this function to read how
strong the radio link between the radio
receiver unit and the remote control is.
–4: The radio link is within the acceptable
range. If the reception strength is < 4,
the radio link is not stable.
–10: The radio link is highly stable.
2.3.2 Reading the battery status
Menu →Information →System status →
Battery status
–You can use this function to read the
battery's state of charge.
–OK: The battery has sufficient charge.
–Critical: The battery is almost flat.

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2.4 Maintenance message
If maintenance is required, the text Main-
tenance and the symbol appear in the
remote control unit display.
You can read the specific maintenance
messages on the system control display
and find out which measures you need to
take from the instructions for the system
control.
2.5 Fault message
If a fault occurs in the heating installation,
will appear in the display together with
a fault message. The competent person
must clear or rectify the fault in the heating
installation, otherwise it could cause ma-
terial damage or make the heating installa-
tion malfunction.
▶Inform a competent person.
2.6 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting faults (→Appendix A.3)
2.7 Care
2.7.1 Caring for the product
▶Clean the casing with a damp cloth and
a little solvent-free soap.
▶Do not use sprays, scouring agents,
detergents, solvents or cleaning agents
that contain chlorine.
2.8 Changing the batteries
Danger!
Risk of death caused by un-
suitable batteries!
If batteries –whether re-
chargeable or non-re-
chargeable –are replaced with
the wrong type of battery, there
is a risk of explosion.
▶Ensure that you use the cor-
rect battery type when repla-
cing batteries.
▶Dispose of used batteries in
accordance with the instruc-
tions in this manual.
A
B
1. Remove the remote control from the
unit mounting bracket as shown in the
figure.
A
B
!
2. Open the battery compartment as
shown in the figure.
3. Always change all the batteries at the
same time.
–Only use LR06 batteries
–Do not use rechargeable batteries
–Do not combine the batteries with
other battery types
–Do not combine new and used bat-
teries

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4. Insert the batteries, making sure that
the poles are the right way round.
5. Do not short-circuit the connection
contacts.
6. Close the battery compartment.
B
A
7. Clip the remote control into the unit
mounting bracket as shown in the
figure, making sure that it clicks into
place.
2.9 Decommissioning
2.9.1 Decommissioning the product
If you want to replace or remove the
product, you must decommission the
heating installation.
▶This work should be carried out by a
competent person.
▶Remove the batteries if you intend to
store the product and not use it for an
extended period.
2.10 Guarantee and customer
service
2.10.1 Guarantee
We only grant a Vaillant manufacturers
warranty if a suitably qualified engineer
has installed the system in accordance
with Vaillant instructions. The system
owner will be granted a warranty in ac-
cordance with the Vaillant terms and con-
ditions. All requests for work during the
guarantee period must be made to Vaillant
Service Solutions.
2.10.2 Customer service
For contact details for our customer ser-
vice department, you can write to the ad-
dress that is provided on the back page, or
you can visit www.vaillant.co.uk.
3 For the competent person
3.1 Notes on the documentation
3.1.1 Observing other applicable
documents
▶Always observe all the operating and
installation instructions included with the
system components.
3.1.2 Storing documents
▶Pass these instructions and all other
applicable documents on to the end
user.
3.1.3 Validity of the instructions
These instructions apply only to:
VR 91f –article number
Great Britain 0020231566
3.2 Product description
3.2.1 Data plate
The data plate is located on the rear of
the remote control underneath the unit
mounting bracket.
The data plate contains the following in-
formation:
Information on the
data plate
Meaning
Serial number for identification;
7th to 16th digits
= product article
number
VR 91f Product designation
V Rated voltage
mA Rated current

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Information on the
data plate
Meaning
Read the instructions
LR06 Battery type designa-
tion
T60 Max. permitted envir-
onmental temperat-
ure: 0 to 60 °C
3.2.2 CE marking
The CE marking shows that the products
comply with the basic requirements of the
applicable directives as stated on the de-
claration of conformity.
The manufacturer hereby declares that the
type of radio equipment that is described
in these instructions complies with Direct-
ive 2014/53/EU. The complete text for the
EU Declaration of Conformity is available
at: http://www.vaillant-group.com/doc/doc-
radio-equipment-directive/.
3.3 Set-up
3.3.1 Checking the scope of delivery
Quant-
ity
Contents
1 Remote control unit
1 Fastening material (2 bolts and 2
wall plugs)
4 Batteries, LR06
1 Documentation
3.3.2 Requirements for lines
▶Use standard commercial lines for the
wiring.
–Minimum cross-section: ≥0.75 mm²
–Maximum line length: ≤125 m
3.3.3 Requirements for determining
the reception strength of the
remote control
–The set-up and installation of all sys-
tem components and the radio receiver
unit (except for the system control and
the outdoor temperature sensor) is com-
plete.
–The power supply for the entire heating
installation is switched on.
–The system components are switched
on.
3.3.4 Installing the remote control
Determining the installation site of
the remote control in the building
1. Choose an installation site that meets
the following requirements.
–Interior wall of the main living room
–Installation height: 1.5 m
–not in direct sunlight
–not affected by heat sources
Determining the reception strength
of the remote control at the chosen
installation site
2. Observe all the points listed in "Re-
quirements for determining the re-
ception strength of the remote control
(→Page 11)".
3. Stand next to the radio receiver unit.
A
B
!
4. Open the remote control's battery
compartment as shown in the figure.

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5. Insert the batteries, making sure that
the poles are the right way round.
◁The installation assistant starts.
6. Close the battery compartment.
7. Select the language.
8. In ascending order, enter the ad-
dresses in the Remote control
address function.
9. Start with address 1.
10. Press the OK selection button.
◁The installation assistant starts the
pairing process.
11. Press the pair button on the radio
receiver unit within 10 seconds.
◁Pairing successful. Control is
being restarted. appears on the
display.
12. Continue pressing the functions that
appear using the OK selection button
until the Radio link signal strength
function appears in the display.
13. Go to the chosen installation site.
14. Close all doors behind you on the way
to the installation site.
15. If dashes (--) appear in the display
instead of the value and the back-
ground lighting is off, press one of the
selection buttons or turn the rotary
knob.
Condition: Background lighting is on, The display
shows dashes (--)
▶Make sure that the power supply is
switched on.
Condition: Background lighting is on, The display
shows dashes (--), The reception strength is < 4
▶Find an installation site for the remote
control that is within the reception
range.
Condition: Background lighting is on, The reception
strength is ≥4
▶Mark the position on the wall where the
reception strength is sufficiently high.
Attaching the unit mounting
bracket to the wall
B
A
16. Remove the unit mounting bracket
from the remote control as shown in
the figure.
17. Remove the cover on the unit mount-
ing bracket as shown in the figure.

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Ø6
!
18. Attach the unit mounting bracket in-
cluding cover as shown in the figure.
Fitting the remote control
B
A
19. Fit the remote control to the unit
mounting bracket as shown in the
figure, making sure that it clicks into
place.
3.4 Start-up
3.4.1 Preparatory work for start-up
–The remote control has been installed.
–The installation assistant has been
closed by pressing the OK selection
button and the display is showing the
basic display.
–The reception strength is ≥4.
3.4.2 Configuring the settings on the
system control
1. If you would also like to use the room
temperature sensor in the remote
control unit, select the Temp. mod. or
Thermost. setting in the Room temp.
mod. function.
2. Specify in which zone the remote con-
trol unit has been installed.
3. Scroll through the display to the zone
in which the remote control unit has
been installed.
4. Reduce the setting in this zone to Yes
in the Zone activated function.
5. Assign the address for the remote
control unit that should be triggered
in the Zone assignment function in
this zone.
3.4.3 Changing the settings later
All settings that you have made via the in-
stallation assistant can be changed again
at a later date via the end user or installer
level.
Operating levels (→Page 17)
Installer level (→Page 20)
3.5 Handing over to the end user
▶Inform the end user of how to handle
and operate their product.
▶Provide the end user with all relevant
instructions and unit documentation for
safe-keeping.
▶Go through the operating instructions
with the end user.
▶Answer any questions the end user may
have.
▶In particular, draw the end user's at-
tention to the safety warnings that they
must follow.
▶Inform the end user that room air must
be able to circulate freely around the
product, and that it should not be
covered by furniture, curtains or other
objects.

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▶Inform the end user that all the radiator
valves in the room where the product is
installed must be fully open.
3.6 Operation
You can only operate the remote control
unit in combination with the VRC 700f sys-
tem control. This means that it is also ne-
cessary to read through the operating in-
structions for the VRC 700f system con-
trol.
The operating instructions for the system
control will provide you with
–Information on the operating structure.
–Information on the operating concept
with examples.
–A detailed description of the operating
and display functions that the remote
control unit also has.
Operating modes (→Page 17)
Operating levels (→Page 17)
The path details given at the start of each
function description indicate how you
reach this function in the menu structure.
3.6.1 Resetting to factory setting
You can use this function to reset all the
set values that you configured using the
remote control installation assistant.
The communication link between the
remote control and the radio receiver unit
must not be broken or interrupted.
You can access the Reset to default
setting? function directly by activat-
ing the remote control using the rotary
knob or one of the selection buttons and
then pressing and holding both selection
buttons at the same time for at least 10
seconds.
3.7 Operating and display
functions
The remote control has an end user level
and an installer level.
The setting and read-out options for the
competent person can be found via the
selection button Menu →Installer level →
Enter code.
If you do not know the code, you can clear
the code using the Default setting func-
tion. All the set values will be lost if you do
this.
Operating modes (→Page 17)
Operating levels (→Page 17)
Installer level (→Page 20)
The path details given at the start of each
function description indicate how you
reach this function in the menu structure.
3.7.1 Reading the fault status
Menu →Installer level →System config-
uration [System ----] →Fault status
–This function allows you to read the
status of the heating installation. If there
is no fault present, the No fault mes-
sage appears. If a there is a fault, then
Fault list appears as a status. If you
press the right-hand selection button,
the fault messages (→Page 15) will be
displayed.
3.7.2 Reading the software version
Menu →Installer level →System config-
uration [System ----] →Control modules
–You can use this function to read the
software versions of the remote control
unit.
3.7.3 Setting the address for the
remote control unit
Menu →Installer level →System config-
uration [System ----] →Remote control
address
–You can use this function to set the ad-
dress for the remote control unit.

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Every remote control unit has a unique ad-
dress, starting with Address 1. Increase
the number in the address consecutively
for each additional remote control unit
used.
If you change the remote control's ad-
dress, the pairing process starts automat-
ically. For the radio receiver unit to detect
that the remote control has a new address,
you will need to press the pair button on
the radio receiver unit within 10 seconds.
3.7.4 Reading the reception strength
Menu →Installer level →System config-
uration [System ----] →Signal strength
–You can use this function to read how
strong the radio link between the radio
receiver unit and the remote control is.
–4: The radio link is within the acceptable
range. If the reception strength is < 4,
the radio link is not stable.
–10: The radio link is highly stable.
3.8 Troubleshooting
3.8.1 Fault messages
If a fault occurs in the heating installation,
will appear in the display together with
a fault message.
Troubleshooting faults (→Appendix B.2)
Troubleshooting errors (→Appendix B.3)
3.9 Changing the batteries
Danger!
Risk of death caused by un-
suitable batteries!
If batteries –whether re-
chargeable or non-re-
chargeable –are replaced with
the wrong type of battery, there
is a risk of explosion.
▶Ensure that you use the cor-
rect battery type when repla-
cing batteries.
▶Dispose of used batteries in
accordance with the instruc-
tions in this manual.
▶Replace the batteries as described in
the product's operating instructions.
3.10 Decommissioning
3.10.1 Decommissioning the heating
installation
▶Decommission all system components
of the heating installation, as described
in the installation instructions for the
individual system components.
3.10.2 Removing the product from
the wall
1. Take the product out of the unit
mounting bracket.
2. Remove the batteries.
3. Remove the cover on the unit mount-
ing bracket.
4. Unscrew the unit mounting bracket
from the wall.
3.11 Recycling and disposal
Packaging
▶Dispose of the packaging correctly.
This product is an electrical or electronic
unit within the context of EU Directive
2012/19/EU. The unit was developed and
manufactured using high-quality materials
and components. These can be recycled
and reused.
Find out about the regulations that apply in
your country regarding the separate collec-
tion of waste electrical or electronic equip-
ment. Correctly disposing of old units pro-
tects the environment and people against
potential negative effects.
▶Dispose of the packaging correctly.
▶Observe all relevant regulations.

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Disposing of the product
If the product is labelled with this
symbol:
▶In this case, do not dispose of the
product with the household waste.
▶Instead, hand in the product to a collec-
tion centre for waste electrical or elec-
tronic equipment.
Disposing of batteries
If the product contains batteries that
are labelled with this symbol:
▶In this case, dispose of the batteries at
a collection point for batteries.
◁Prerequisite: The batteries can be
removed from the product without
causing any destruction. Otherwise,
the batteries are disposed of to-
gether with the product.
▶In accordance with the legal regula-
tions, the end user is obligated to re-
turn used batteries.
Deleting personal data
Personal data may be misused by unau-
thorised third parties.
If the product contains personal data:
▶Ensure that there is no personal data
on or in the product (e.g. online login
details or similar) before you dispose of
the product.
3.12 Customer service
Customer service addresses can be found
in the installation instructions for the sys-
tem control.
3.13 Technical data
3.13.1 Remote control unit
Battery type LR06
Rated surge voltage 330 V
Frequency band 868.0 to
868.6 MHz
Max. transmission power < 25 mW
Range outdoors ≤100 m
Range indoors ≤25 m
Pollution degree 2
IP rating IP 20
Protection class III
Temperature for the ball
pressure test
75 ℃
Maximum permitted envir-
onmental temperature 0 to 60 ℃
Current room air humidity 20 to 95 %
Mode of operation Type 1
Height 115 mm
Width 147 mm
Depth 50 mm

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Appendix
A For the end user
A.1 Operating modes
Operating mode Setting Default setting
Operating mode
Heating off,Auto,Day,Set-back Auto
Cooling off,Auto,Day Auto
Advanced functions
1 day at home active –
1 day away from home active –
Ventilation boost active –
Party function active –
A.2 Operating levels
A detailed description of the functions can be found in the operating instructions for the
controller.
Setting level Values Unit Increment, select Default
setting
Min. Max.
Information →System status →
System ----
Fault status Current value No fault,Fault list
Curr. room air hum. Current value %
Current dew point Current value ℃
Battery status Current value Critical,OK
Signal strength Current value 1
ZONE1 ----
Day temp. heating Current value ℃0.5 20
5 30
Day temp. cooling Current value ℃0.5 24
15 30
Set-back temp. heat. Current value ℃0.5 15
5 30
Room temperature Current value ℃
Information →Contact details →
Installer,Phone num-
ber
Current values
Information →Serial number →
Unit number Permanent value
Desired temperature →ZONE1 →
Day temp. heating 5 30 ℃0.5 20

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Setting level Values Unit Increment, select Default
setting
Min. Max.
Day temp. cooling 15 30 ℃0.5 24
Set-back temp. heat. 5 30 ℃0.5 15
Time programmes →ZONE1: Heating →
Individual days and
blocks
Monday,Tues-
day,Wednesday,
Thursday,Friday,
Saturday,Sunday
and Monday - Fri-
day,Saturday -
Sunday,Monday -
Sunday
Mo - Fr:
06:00-
22:00
Sa: 07:30-
23:30
Su: 07:30-
22:00
Period 1: Start –End
Period 2: Start –End
Period 3: Start –End
00:00 24:00 h:min 00:10
Time programmes →ZONE1: Cooling →
Individual days and
blocks
Monday,Tues-
day,Wednesday,
Thursday,Friday,
Saturday,Sunday
and Monday - Fri-
day,Saturday -
Sunday,Monday -
Sunday
Mo - Fr:
06:00-
22:00
Sa: 07:30-
23:30
Su: 07:30-
22:00
Period 1: Start –End
Period 2: Start –End
Period 3: Start –End
00:00 24:00 h:min 00:10
Days away from home scheduling →
Start 01.01.01 31.12.99 dd.mm.yy Day.Month.Year 01.01.14
End 01.01.01 31.12.99 dd.mm.yy Day.Month.Year 01.01.14
Temperature 5 30 ℃1 15
Days at home scheduling →
Start 01.01.01 31.12.99 dd.mm.yy Day.Month.Year 01.01.14
End 01.01.01 31.12.99 dd.mm.yy Day.Month.Year 01.01.14
Basic settings →Language →
Selectable language English
Basic settings →Display →
Display contrast 1 15 1 9
Button lock off,On Off
Preferred display Heating,Cooling Heating

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Setting level Values Unit Increment, select Default
setting
Min. Max.
Basic settings →Offset →
Room temperature -3.0 3.0 K0.5 0.0
Basic settings →Enter zone name →
ZONE1 1 10 A to Z, 0 to 9, space ZONE1
Installer level →
Enter code 000 999 1 000
A.3 Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible cause Measure
Display remains dark The batteries are flat 1. Change all the batteries. (→Page 9)
2. If the fault persists, inform the competent
person.
No changes in the
display when the
rotary knob is turned
Software error 1. Take all the batteries out.
2. Insert the batteries in the battery compart-
ment, making sure that the poles are the
right way round.
3. If the fault persists, inform the competent
person.
No changes in the
display via the se-
lection buttons are
pressed
Software error 1. Take all the batteries out.
2. Insert the batteries in the battery compart-
ment, making sure that the poles are the
right way round.
3. If the fault persists, inform the competent
person.
Display view: No RF
communication
The reception strength
is too weak
1. Take the remote control to the radio
receiver unit and see if the reception
strength increases.
2. If the reception strength is greater than
4, have the competent person install the
remote control in a different location.
3. If the reception strength when directly
next to the radio receiver unit is less than
4, switch off the mains switch for all the
heat generators and then wait approxim-
ately 1 minute before switching it back on.
4. If the fault persists, inform the competent
person.
Display view: Change
batteries
The batteries are al-
most flat
1. Change all the batteries. (→Page 9)
2. If the fault persists, inform the competent
person.

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Symptom Possible cause Measure
Display view: Button
lock active To un-
lock, press OK for
3 seconds, it is not
possible to change the
settings or values
Button lock is active 1. If you would like to change any of the val-
ues, follow the instructions on the display.
2. Also read the "Activating Button lock "
function (→Operating instructions for the
system control) for more details.
B For the competent person
B.1 Installer level
Setting level Values Increment, select Default setting
Min. Max.
Installer level →
Enter code 000 999 1 000
Installer level →System configuration →
System ----
Fault status Current value*
Control modules Display Software version
Remote control address 1 8 1 1
Signal strength 0 10 1
* If no fault is present, the status is No fault. If there is a fault, Fault list appears and you can
read the fault message in the "Fault messages" section.
B.2 Remedy
Code/meaning Possible cause Measure
Room temp. sensor
fault
Room temperature
sensor defective
▶Replace the remote control.
No zone assignment
for the remote control
or the controller
No remote control
address
▶Set the correct address on the remote con-
trol unit in the Remote control address
function.
No zone assignment ▶Set the correct address for the remote con-
trol unit on the system control in the Zone
assignment function.
System fault Fault in the heating
installation
▶Assess the fault messages in the system
control.
B.3 Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible cause Measure
Display remains dark The batteries are flat ▶Change all the batteries. (→Page 9)
The batteries in the
system control have
not been inserted cor-
rectly
▶Insert the batteries in the battery compart-
ment, making sure that the poles are the
right way round.
The product is defect-
ive
▶Replace the product.
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