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The video, presented by One Hour Smart Home, provides a comprehensive guide to installing and setting up an Ecobee thermostat. Key steps highlighted include safely turning off the HVAC system’s power, removing the existing thermostat, and installing the new Ecobee unit using a power extender kit if necessary. The presenter emphasizes meticulous wiring management, such as taking pictures of initial setups for reference and accurately connecting wires to corresponding terminals. The video also covers the setup process on the Ecobee device itself, including the initial touchscreen configurations, setting temperature preferences, and enabling Wi-Fi for remote management through the Ecobee app. Finally, the presenter demonstrates how to navigate the Ecobee interface, including changing modes and understanding display readings, and concludes by encouraging viewers to subscribe for further tutorials.
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In this part of the video, the presenter from One Hour Smart Home demonstrates how to install the Ecobee thermostat. First, the presenter emphasizes the importance of turning the HVAC system to heating or cooling and ensuring it is running before turning off the power. This step ensures they can verify that the power is off when the noise stops. Over at the HVAC system, the presenter turns off the power using a light switch mounted on the system. If a light switch is not present, they suggest turning off the power from the circuit breaker.
Returning to the existing thermostat, the presenter confirms the power is off, removes the thermostat faceplate, and highlights the necessity of taking a picture of the existing wiring for reference. They explain the Ecobee thermostat’s requirement for a common wire, or the use of a power extender kit if a common wire is absent. In their setup, the common wire is missing, so they prepare to use the power extender kit and indicate that additional steps will be taken at the HVAC system to install it.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses changes in the wiring labels for the HVAC system and the installation of an Ecobee thermostat base plate. They explain the process of accessing the HVAC system’s circuit board by removing the front cover and locating the thermostat wiring terminals, which are typically labeled with letters such as Y, G, R, C, and W. Viewers are advised to take a picture of the existing wiring configuration to ensure proper reinstallation. The presenter then identifies the bundle of wires from the thermostat, emphasizing the importance of only removing these wires while leaving any connected accessories like a humidifier or air conditioner compressor intact. The segment concludes with the removal of the thermostat wires from the control board after labeling them and ensuring that a clear picture of the wires was taken.
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In this part of the video, the speaker describes the process of installing a power extender kit for a thermostat. First, they show how to free the bundle of thermostat wires and highlight which wires are for the air conditioning compressor and will remain in place. Then, they proceed to connect the thermostat wires (R, G, Y, W) to the respective terminals on the power extender kit. They demonstrate how to press down the buttons on the kit’s terminals to insert each wire securely. Finally, they wire the power extender kit to the circuit board by matching and securing each wire (Y, W, G, C, R) to the corresponding terminal, ensuring all wires are tightly and correctly connected for proper contact.
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In this part of the video, the host details the steps for removing an existing thermostat and installing a new Ecobee thermostat. First, the existing thermostat is removed by loosening the terminal screws and detaching the wires, with a reminder to take a picture of the wiring setup for reference. After removing the thermostat from the wall, the Ecobee wall plate and base plate are installed by routing the wires through them and securing them with screws. The host then explains how to connect the wires to the corresponding terminals on the Ecobee base plate, highlighting differences due to the use of a power extender kit, which alters the connection terminals for the wires. This segment concludes with the Ecobee base plate ready for the thermostat installation.
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In this part of the video, the base plate for the Ecobee thermostat is leveled and the device is installed onto it. Following installation, the HVAC system power is turned back on, allowing the thermostat to power up. The touch screen setup process is initiated, including selecting ‘Let’s get started.’ Wiring terminals are reviewed and confirmed, Fahrenheit is chosen over Celsius, and the furnace is selected as the heating type. The fan control is set to thermostat for better energy efficiency. The name ‘thermostat’ is chosen for the device, and Wi-Fi is configured for remote access and additional features. The HVAC mode is set to heat, with preferred home temperatures of 67°F for winter and 73°F for summer. Finally, the option for enabling ‘smart home and away’ is left on.
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In this part of the video, the presenter walks through the setup process for an ecobee thermostat. The steps include selecting the country of residence (United States), choosing the time zone (Chicago), and entering a registration code. The thermostat can be controlled manually by adjusting the temperature directly on the device or through the ecobee app. The presenter demonstrates installing and setting up the ecobee app on the phone, adding the thermostat as a device, and entering the registration code. The video confirms that the thermostat has been linked to the user account, allowing temperature adjustments via the app to be reflected on the thermostat and vice versa.
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In this part of the video, the presenter explains how to change the mode on an ecobee thermostat by clicking on the mode symbol and selecting from options such as cool, auto, or off, although they decide to leave it on heat. They also clarify that the larger numbers displayed represent the current temperature inside the home (72 degrees), and the temperature at which the heat will activate (62 degrees). Additionally, the number 36 indicates the home’s humidity level. The presenter suggests watching another video for a more detailed tutorial on using the ecobee thermostat and invites viewers to like, subscribe, and support their channel by clicking the links below.