Complete, Easy To Read 4. Hold the base against the wall.

4. Hold the base against the wall. Route the wires through the hole below TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT: SETTING THE AIR FILTER LIFE
the terminal block. Position the base for best appearance (to hide any marks Pressing an arrow key once adjusts the set temperature by one degree in
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING from an old thermostat). Attach the base to the wall with the two screws
provided.
the associated direction. Holding the key will automatically advance the
This value sets the number of days to be counted before a filter
change is indicated.
setting in the associated direction. To set the AIR FILTER USAGE LIMIT:
INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE WIRES CHANGING OTHER SETTINGS: 1. Rotate dial to AIR FILTER.
5. Wires must be trapped between black clamp and brass If there are many choices for a value, usually that setting will automatically 2. LCD shows: SET LIMIT at lower left, with current setting at center

CAG1500 SERIES terminal.

6. Securely tighten all 7 electrical terminal screws.
advance by holding one of the arrow keys. Some settings though, must be
changed one press at a time.
DISPLAY ILLUMINATION:
screen.
3. With a new filter installed, use the UP/DOWN keys to change this
value to the number of days of useful filter life specified by your filter
SMART TEMP ELECTRONIC THERMOSTAT These diagrams are provided for new installations or unreferenced wires. Press the light bulb button to illuminate the display. Pressing other manufacturer. The available settings are: 000, 30, 60, 90, and 120 days.
buttons will keep the display illuminated until no button has been pressed for The default air filter life setting is 90 days. A selection of 000 days will
HEATING SYSTEMS COOLING SYSTEMS approximately 20 seconds. disable the Air Filter Counter feature completely, and hide both the
WEEKDAY
PROGRAM
PM

SET
SUNDAY
HEAT
OFF
COOL
Easy as JUMPER
PROVIDED
JUMPER
PROVIDED FAN MODES:
“number of days” and the “bar graph” items from the red lower portion of
the display.
SET
DAY/TIME

The fan switch has three positions AUTO, CLEAN, and ON. Setting the
1–2–3 G Y W RH RC B O G Y W RH RC B O
FAN switch to AUTO automatically runs your system's fan as required only
4. The counter for the Air Filter Usage Monitor is automatically reset
back to zero when the usage limit setting value has been changed.
Installs Easily Set Day and Time Choose Heat or Cool for heating and cooling. The CLEAN position insures that your system's fan
runs at least the programmed minimum duty cycle. The default duty cycle 5. Return the dial to the RUN position when finished.
LUX PRODUCTS CORPORATION requires it to run 15 minutes every hour. Setting the FAN switch to ON runs RESETTING AIR FILTER COUNTER
Mt. Laurel, New Jersey 08054, USA 43371 your system's fan continuously. The FAN icon will flash whenever the fan is To reset the air filter counter when you replace your filter:
G W RH G Y RC running. 1. Rotate dial to AIR FILTER.
WARNING: Use Energizer® or DURACELL® Alkaline Batteries Only. RC R 2. Press and release COPY to reset counter
Energizer® is a registered trademark of Eveready Battery Company, Inc. R N O T E 3. Press and release COPY again to restore previous count.
DURACELL® is a registered trademark of The Gillette Company, Inc. The FAN switch works only if your system provides a wire for the 4. Return the dial to the RUN position when finished.
F H V F C* V
CAG1500’s “G” terminal.
I M P O R TA N T ! 4 5 6 TEMPERATURE OVERRIDE
OVERRIDE allows you to change the current SET TEMPERATURE in
Please read all instructions carefully before beginning SETTING THE TIME AND DAY:
installation. Save them for future reference. Before removing Open the door on the front of the thermostat. Rotate the dial to the HEAT or COOL until the next program period without changing your
temperature control programs.
any wiring from your existing thermostat, its wires must be HEATING / COOLING SYSTEMS HEATING / COOLING SYSTEMS
SET DAY/TIME position. You should see the display pictured below with a ● Press UP/DOWN to change the current temperature setting. The
labeled with their terminal designations. Ignore the color of the 4- or 5-WIRE WITH ONE TRANSFORMER 5- or 6-WIRE WITH TWO TRANSFORMERS
day of the week flashing.
OVERRIDE indicator appears on display.
wires since they may not comply with any standard. Su ● Press UP to change day ● The OVERRIDE will be canceled at the start of the next program period,
JUMPER JUMPER of week. and the temperature setting will return to its programmed value.
Thank you for your confidence in our product. To obtain the best PROVIDED REMOVED
● Press NEXT to set the time;

12:00
● An OVERRIDE may be terminated by rotating the dial, switching the
results from your investment, please read these instructions and acquaint it will flash.
yourself with your purchase before installing your new thermostat. Then G Y W RH RC B O G Y W RH RC B O mode to OFF, or initiating a HOLD.
AM ● Press UP or DOWN to ● Adjusting the set temperature to its program value will also cancel an
follow the installation procedures, one step at a time. This will save you
time and minimize the chance of damaging the thermostat and the change time of day. OVERRIDE.
systems it controls. These instructions may contain information beyond TEMPERATURE HOLD
that required for your particular installation. Please save for future When you are finished setting the day and time, rotate the dial to RUN to
return to normal operation or to another position to continue programming. HOLD may be used for manual temperature control. HOLD is the
reference. G Y W RH B* O G Y W RH RC B* O
simplest means to set and maintain a fixed temperature. It allows you to
RC R HARDWARE RESET set and maintain a fixed temperature indefinitely in Heat or Cool without
COMPATIBILITY F C* H
R
V F C* H V
This button will unlock your thermostat and read option switch positions,
before the unit begins normal operation. It is located inside on the rear of the
concern for programming. To initiate a HOLD:
● Press and release HOLD.

The CAG1500 can be used with most single stage 24 volt gas, oil or unit’s circuit board. It is a small square component labeled S8, with a white ● Adjust temperature as desired with UP/DOWN.
6 4 5 6 4 5 button at it’s center.
electric heating and air conditioning systems, single stage heat pumps, or ● Temperature setting will not change until the HOLD is cancelled.

gas millivolt heating systems. It cannot be used with 3 wire zone valves, SOFTWARE RESET ● To cancel a HOLD, press and release HOLD again, rotate the dial, or
120 volt heating systems, or multi stage heat pumps. Ask your dealer for All COMMON WIRES MUST BE TAPED OFF. Use this front panel RESET to return all software settings and programs to switch mode to OFF.
other LUX thermostats to control those systems. their default values. Option jumpers will be read and operation will
If "Y" and "C" are both present, "C" is a common wire. DO NOT USE "C"! TAPE IT OFF! correspond to their current positions. SOFTWARE RESET is disabled while
FEATURES *If a "B" wire in your system is a system common, then
connecting it at the "B"
terminal may cause damage to your system. TAPE IT OFF!
your thermostat is locked. To assist in reprogramming, copy your programs
into the chart provided before using SOFTWARE RESET.
ADVANCED FEATURES
TEMPERATURE SWING
A thermostat works by turning your heating or cooling system on or off
LARGE
UP
DOWN
2 WIRE SYSTEM HEAT ONLY
PROGRAMMING whenever the room temperature varies from the set-point temperature.
This variation is the "swing." Your system should cycle on about 3 to 6
BACKLIT
DISPLAY LIGHT G Y W RH RC B O The CAG1500 provides four independent programming periods per day for times per hour. A smaller swing number increases the number of cycles,
HEAT, COOL, and FAN. Each is programmed separately. You can use the so room temperature is more constant. A larger swing number decreases
IAQ default programs or alter them to suit your schedule. the number of cycles, but saves energy in most cases.
INDEPENDENTLY
JUMPER
PROGRAMMABLE
FAN
DEFAULT ENERGY STAR® TEMPERATURE PROGRAM SWING SETTING
EASY As supplied from the factory, the following ENERGY STAR® approved 1. Rotate dial to the AIR FILTER position.
PROGRAMMING
WITH program will be used for temperature control in RUN mode. This program 2. Simultaneously press NEXT & HOLD.
LUX SPEED DIAL® MODE SWITCH
HEAT
24 VOLT and all other software settings may be restored to their default values via a 3. Use UP/DOWN keys to change swing.
HEAT
TRANSFORMER SOFTWARE RESET. 4. Choices are 1 through 9. The default is 2.
120 V CA
5. Rotate the dial to the RUN position to finish.
PERIOD HEAT MODE COOL MODE
TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION
Morning 6:00 AM 70°F (21°C) 6:00 AM 78°F (26°C) 1. Rotate the dial to SET DAY/TIME.
3 WIRE SYSTEM HEAT ONLY
(3rd WIRE FOR FAN) Day 8:00 AM 62°F (17°C) 8:00 AM 85°F (29°C) 2. Simultaneously press NEXT & HOLD.
Evening 6:00 PM 70°F (21°C) 6:00 PM 78°F (26°C) 3. Use UP/DOWN keys to adjust the thermostats calibration by as
● Small elegant design ● Temperature Hold
G Y W RH RC B O much as ± 5°F (± 3°C).
Night 10:00 PM 62°F (17°C) 10:00 PM 82°F (28°C)
● Exclusive LUX Speed Dial® ● Keyboard Lockout LOCK
● EL Illuminated Display ● F/C Temperature Display JUMPER EDITING HEAT OR COOL PROGRAMS To prevent tampering, press NEXT NEXT MO
● Comprehensive Graphical ● 12/24 Hr Clock Display You can change any preset times and/or temperatures to suit your NEXT HOLD. This sequence of keys will lock NITE
HEAT
Filter Monitor ● Adjustable Temperature schedule for each day of the week. The four periods each day are and unlock the set temperature, programs
●
●
7 Day Programming
Energy Star Compliant ●
Differential / Cycle Rate
User Temperature Offset /
Calibration
FAN HEAT
24 VOLT
HEAT
TRANSFORMER
Morning(MORN), Day,(DAY) Evening(EVE), and Night(NITE). and other settings. When the keys are locked,
a padlock icon will be visible above the time
and temperature display. The Lock will be 120
1:30 70 SET
FILTER
● 4 Periods Per Day WEEKDAY PROGRAMMING PROGRAM MO
● Independent Fan Program ● 5/2 minute selectable 120 VAC 1. Select HEAT or COOL with the MORN disabled after a Hardware Reset.
● Programmable (minimum) minimum Run/Off time provides mode switch. START AT HEAT

●
Fan Duty Cycle
Nonvolatile Memory For
All Programs And Settings
short cycle and compressor
protection 3 WIRE SYSTEM COOL ONLY
2. Rotate dial to SET WEEKDAY
PROGRAMS. You will see the display
shown here:
AM 6:00 70 SET SETUP OPTIONS
● Temporary Temperature G Y W RH RC B O JUMPER SETTINGS
Override 3. The HEAT or COOL set temperature will be displayed on the right side of There are four jumpers, each controls a setting depending on its
the display. The start time for the displayed period will flash to show that this position.
C A U T I O N JUMPER may be changed.
4. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the start time for this period. GAS/ELECTRIC MODE - J4
The CAG1500 is protected against normal static electric discharges. One period ends at the start time of the next period. The beginning of that The position of this jumper controls when the thermostat requests the
To minimize the risk of damaging the unit in extremely dry weather, period may not be any closer to the beginning of the next period than one system fan to run. In HEAT mode with the gas jumper in place, the fan is
touch a grounded metal object before touching your thermostat. A/C 24 VOLT
15 minute increment. controlled by the heating system itself. In HEAT mode with the jumper
FAN COOLING
COMPRESSOR
TRANSFORMER 5. Press NEXT to accept the displayed start time and advance to edit the open or removed, the fan is controlled by the thermostat.
INSTALLATION 120 VAC
SET TEMPERATURE.
6. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the flashing HEAT or COOL
5MIN/2MIN MINIMUM RUN TIME - J3
The position of J3 sets the minimum length of time that the thermostat
Please read all instructions carefully before beginning installation. set temperature to the temperature you desire. must remain with Heat or Cool either on or off before it will automatically
4 WIRE SYSTEM HEATING AND COOLING 7. Press NEXT to accept the displayed set temperature and advance to switch to the alternate On or Off state. This feature prevents short cycling
edit the start time for the next period. It will be flashing. and provides compressor protection for cooling units. Choices are 2 or 5
C A U T I O N minutes.
Turn off electricity to the appliance before installing or
G Y W RH RC B O 8. Repeat for each of the four periods per day. When all the periods for a
day have been set, the start time for the next morning will be displayed TEMPERATURE DISPLAY FORMAT °F/C - J2
servicing thermostat or any part of the system. Do not flashing so that it may be edited.
turn electricity back on until work is completed. The position of this jumper controls whether temperature is displayed
● Do not short (jumper) across electric terminals on furnace or air
JUMPER 9. Repeat PROGRAMMING for each remaining day. in degrees F° or C°
conditioner to test the system. This may damage the thermostat and 10. Rotate the dial back to RUN to accept all current values and end the TIME DISPLAY FORMAT 12/24 HR CLOCK - J1
void your warranty. programming session. The position of this jumper controls whether time is displayed in 12
● All wiring must conform to local codes and ordinances. A/C 24 VOLT WEEKEND hour or 24 hour Military Time format.
FAN HEAT HEAT/COOL
● The thermostat should be limited to a maximum of 1.5 amps; COMPRESSOR
TRANSFORMER PROGRAMMING REPOSITIONING JUMPERS
higher current may cause damage to the thermostat. 1. To program Saturday or Sunday, PROGRAM SU To change a setting, the jumper must be repositioned and a
● Your thermostat is a precision instrument. Please handle it with 120 VAC select HEAT or COOL and rotate the MORN
HARDWARE RESET must be performed. These jumpers are located
dial to SET WEEKEND PROGRAMS. START AT HEAT
care.

TOOLS REQUIRED
5 WIRE SYSTEM HEATING AND COOLING
(2 TRANSFORMER SYSTEM)
You will see a display similar to that
shown here:
2. Use steps 3 - 10 described in
AM 6:00 70 SET
inside the thermostat on the rear of its circuit board. To access them,
remove the unit from the wall by pressing up on the thumb latch at the
bottom of thermostat and swinging the body out and away.
● #1 Phillips screwdriver (small) G Y W RH RC B O WEEKDAY PROGRAMMING to
● Drill with 3/16-in. (4.8mm) bit The table pictured on the right is also OPEN CLOSE
program Saturday and Sunday. printed on the circuit board. The closed or
● Wire stripper/cutter J4 ELECT GAS
COPY BUTTON shorted position is that which covers both a
THERMOSTAT LOCATION jumpers pins. To prevent its loss, a jumper J3 2MIN 5MIN
JUMPER COPY will copy the previous day’s Heat, Cool or Fan program into the J2 C F
On replacement installations, mount the new thermostat in place of the REMOVED
current day and advance to the beginning of the next day. may be placed over one pin only for the
old one unless the conditions listed below suggest otherwise. On new open positions. After settings have been J1 24HR 12HR
installations, follow the guidelines listed below. 24 VOLT 24 VOLT changed, press S8, the HARDWARE RESET
FAN COOLING HEAT HEAT COOL DAY PERIOD HEAT COOL
1. Locate the thermostat on an inside wall, about 5 ft. (1.5m) above the TRANSFORMER TRANSFORMER TIME TEMP. TIME TEMP. button for the changes to take effect. See HARDWARE RESET
floor, and in a room that is used often. MORN
2. Do not install it where there are unusual heating conditions, such as: 120 VAC 120 VAC DAY
in direct sunlight; near a lamp, television, radiator, register, or fireplace;
near hot water pipes in a wall; near a stove on the other side of a wall. SINGLE STAGE HEAT PUMP SYSTEM
DAY PERIOD HEAT COOL
TIME TEMP. TIME TEMP.
THURS
EVE
NIGHT
BATTERIES AND MAINTENANCE
MORN MORN
3. Do not locate in unusual cooling conditions, such as: on a wall INSTALLING BATTERIES/ MAINTENANCE
DAY DAY
separating an unheated room; or in a draft from a stairwell, door, or G Y W RH RC B* O* MON
EVE
FRI
EVE The CAG1500 requires batteries to operate your heating/cooling
window. NIGHT NIGHT system. Replace the batteries when the battery REPLACE indicator
4. Do not locate in a damp area. This can lead to corrosion that may ADD JUMPER MORN MORN appears in the display or at least once a year.
shorten thermostat life. JUMPER DAY DAY 1. Switch electricity to the furnace and air conditioner OFF.
TUES SAT
5. Do not locate where air circulation is poor, such as: in a corner or an EVE EVE 2. To access your units batteries remove the unit from the wall by
alcove; or behind an open door. NIGHT NIGHT pressing up on the thumb latch at the bottom of thermostat and swinging
6. Do not install the unit until all construction work and painting has 24 VOLT MORN MORN the body up and away.
HEAT CHANGEOVER CHANGEOVER
been completed. FAN
PUMP
HEAT
HEAT COOL WED
DAY
SUN
DAY
3. Remove the used batteries.
TRANSFORMER EVE EVE
NIGHT NIGHT
4. Install two new Energizer or DURACELL "AA" size alkaline
*"B" OR "O" BUT NEVER BOTH
C A U T I O N 120 VAC batteries in the battery compartment. Observe the polarity marking
CLEAN AIR CYCLE. shown in the compartment.
●Read instructions carefully before removing any wiring from existing COMPLETING YOUR INSTALLATION The CLEAN AIR CYCLE insures that the fan runs for at least the specified
thermostat. 5. Hang the top of the unit by the tabs at the top corners of the base,
7. See Setup Options to configure jumpers. duration each hour to circulate and filter the air in your home. Hourly fan run then snap the bottom of the unit into place. Do not use unnecessary
● Wires must be labeled before they are removed.
8. Install two new Energizer or DURACELL "AA" size alkaline batteries at time may be specified from 9 to 60 minutes per hour."60" = ON or force. If the body does not snap into place easily, remove the body,
● Do not allow wires to touch each other or parts on thermostat.
this time. For instructions, see BATTERIES/MAINTENANCE. continuous run. The default minimum run time is 15 minutes total per hour. re-hang it from the tabs and try again.
● When removing wires from their terminals, ignore the color of the Additional fan run time is not called for when the heating or cooling
9. Install your CAG1500 on its base. 6. Turn the power back on to your heating and/or air conditioning
wires since they may not comply with any standard. requirement exceeds the threshold setting. When additional fan run time is
N O T E To do this hang the top of the unit by the
required, it is met by running the fan at 20 minute intervals, for 1/3 the hourly
system. If this is the first time you are installing batteries, the thermostat
will display "SUN 12:00 AM".
Remove sticker from display. tabs on the base, then snap the bottom
of the unit into place. Do not use run time setting. Within 90 seconds the thermostat will begin to display the room
REMOVING THE OLD THERMOSTAT
1. Switch electricity to the furnace and air conditioner unnecessary force. If the body does not snap into place easily, remove the EDITING CLEAN CYCLE PROGRAMS temperature alternately with the time. To correct the display, see "Setting
OFF; then proceed with the following steps. body, re-hang it from the tabs and try again. 1. Turn rotary dial to SET FAN the TIME and DAY," after you set the programs.
10. Turn the power back on to your heating and/or air conditioning system. PROGRAMS. You will see a display PROGRAM MO
2. Remove cover from old thermostat. Most are snap- FAN MORN
similar to that shown here:
on types and simply pull off. Some have locking 11. Verify that the system and its fan are operating properly. When set to a
high temperature, the heating system should provide warm air after a short START AT
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
screws on the side. These must be loosened.
3. Note the letters printed near the terminals. Attach
labels (enclosed) to each wire for identification.
Remove and label wires one at a time. Make sure the wires do not fall
time. Likewise, a cooling system should provide cool air after a short time.
Usually sound from the furnace and air conditioning units can be heard while
they are running. The rush of moving air should be heard within a short time
2. The start time for the displayed
period will flash to show that this may
be changed. Use the UP/DOWN arrow
keys to change the start time for this
AM 6:00 If you have any problems installing or using this thermostat, please
reread the instructions carefully or visit our online technical support at
after either has been started. period. One period ends at the start [Link]. Technical assistance is available through our
back inside the wall. Technical Service Number. If you require assistance, please call our office
4. Loosen all screws on the old thermostat and remove it from the wall. 12. Your installation is now complete. time of the next period. The beginning of that period may not be any closer
to the beginning of the next period than one 15 minute increment. between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday
MOUNTING THE CAG1500 through Friday. The number is (856) 234-8803.
1. Strip insulation leaving 3/8 in. N O T E 3. Press NEXT. The minimum run time flashes to show that it may be
edited.
Y
(9.5mm) bare wire ends and clean off If you have an electric system and the blower does not operate after
4. To change the minimum run time for this period, use the UP/DOWN
installation, find the electric/gas heat jumper on the back of the body.
WARRANTY
W

any corrosion. Move the jumper to ELEC and perform a HARDWARE RESET. keys.
2. Fill wall opening with non- 5. Press NEXT to accept the setting and progress to the next period.
combustible insulation to prevent drafts 6. Repeat for each of the four periods per day. Limited Warranty: If this unit fails because of defects in materials or
from affecting the thermostat.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7. When all the periods for a day have been set, the start time for the next workmanship within one year of date of original purchase, LUX will, at its
option, repair or replace it. This warranty does not cover damage by
morning will be flashing so that it may be edited.
The CAG1500 alternately displays the current time and the room accident, misuse, or failure to follow installation instructions. Implied
8. Repeat programming for each remaining day. warranties are limited in duration to one year from date of original
temperature. It also displays the day of the week and the current program
C A U T I O N period, MORN, DAY, EVE, or NITE. Set temperatures are indicated in the 9. Rotate the dial back to RUN to accept all current values and end the purchase. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
Be careful not to drop the unit or disturb electronic parts. right side of the display. programming session. warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. Please return
Leave the door closed while the body is being removed You can make program or setting changes with the thermostat body on AIR FILTER USAGE MONITOR malfunctioning or defective units to the participating retailer from which
from the base. the wall, or conveniently removed from its base plate. The AIR FILTER USAGE MONITOR counts the number of days a filter the purchase was made along with proof of purchase. Please refer to
SYSTEM MODES: has been in use. In RUN mode, the display shows the remaining filter life “Technical Assistance” before returning your thermostat. Purchaser
3. Remove the body from the thermostat’s base by pressing the thumb via a bar-graph, and the number of DAYS LEFT in the 3 digit filter display assumes all risks and liability for incidental and consequential damage
latch at the bottom center of the unit and swinging the body away. The Mode switch has three positions HEAT, OFF, and COOL. In the winter,
set the system switch to HEAT to control your heating system. In the area. resulting from installation and use of this unit. Some states do not allow
summer, set the switch to COOL to control your air conditioner. In spring and CHANGE FILTER will appear when the days remaining has reached the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
N O T E fall or when the windows are open, you can set the switch OFF. zero and the filter should be changed. DAYS OVER is indicated when a exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
If you are mounting the base to soft material like plasterboard or if you filter change is past due. The filter counter can count up for days over
are using the old mounting holes, the screws may not hold. Drill a 3/16 UP/DOWN/CHANGE ARROW KEYS: from 000 to 999 days. Applicable in the U.S.A. only.
in. (4.8mm) hole at each screw, and insert the plastic anchors provided. There are two arrow keys just right of the unit’s display. They are used to
adjust set temperatures and change other settings.