The following pages provide wiring diagrams for common HVAC equipment configurations. Conventional Heating and Cooling Heat Only Note: Do not jumper Rc or Rh, ecobee3 does this automatically. R can go into either Rc or Rh terminals on your ecobee3. Heat and Cool Note: Do not jumper Rc or Rh, ecobee3 does this automatically. R … Read more
Configuring HomeKit Your ecobee3 supports HomeKit integration. The biggest benefit to our customers is the ability to use Siri from an iPhone, iPod or iPad. The ecobee3 mobile app provides the support to add thisto a phone. On Mobile: Select the Home Icon from the top right of the screen. Select the + icon, once … Read more
Configuring Wi-Fi Settings Your ecobee3 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n. Wi-Fi is normally configured during initial setup. You may, however, be required to reconfigure the settings if your Wi-Fi network settings change. On Thermostat:Select Main Menu > Settings > Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi RadioSelect Enabled to use Wi-Fi. Your ecobee3 needs to connect to the Internet for features … Read more
Customizing Your Thermostat You can customize the operation and display of your ecobee3 to suit your personal preferences. Note: System settings are only configurable from the thermostat itself, not the Mobile App. Some settings, where indicated, are also configurable from the Web Portal. Date & Time You can configure the time to use a 12 … Read more
Reminders & Alerts The Reminders and Alerts list displays the reminders and alerts that help you know if you need to attend to your HVAC system or when to perform periodic maintenance. NOTE: To use and receive email alerts, this thermostat must be connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi and the end-user must have a … Read more
Cleaning You can clean your ecobee3 screen by spraying water onto a clean, microfiber cloth. Wipe the surface of the screen with the dampened cloth. Note: Never spray any liquids directly onto your ecobee3. Rebooting You can reboot your ecobee3 by gently pulling the thermostat from the back plate. To pull the thermostat off the … Read more
Going on Vacation Your ecobee3’s Vacation feature helps you conserve energy while you are away for extended periods of time. It also ensures your home is comfortable when you return. A vacation event has a start date and time, as well as an end date and time. You can enter any number of vacations, as … Read more
Setting Your Weekly Schedule Your heating and cooling needs change depending on the time of day, day of the week, as well as when you are home or away. For example, if there’s no one in the house during the workday you might want to let the temperature go up in the summer, to reduce … Read more
Adjusting Comfort Settings You can configure your ecobee3 to fit your schedule andcomfort needs while maximizing your energy savings.Your ecobee3 organizes your temperature and fan settings intodifferent Comfort Settings. These settings are used in theSchedule, Smart Home and Quick Changes menus. By default, your ecobee3 includes three configurable ComfortSettings: Away: Settings for when you are … Read more
Adjusting Sensor Modes Your ecobee3 supports wireless remote sensors that detect motion and temperature in different rooms (one was included with your thermostat). Your ecobee3 also has a built-in motion sensor. With these sensors, you can optimize the operation of your thermostat to ensure comfort in the rooms and times that matter most. For information … Read more