Installation and User Guide

living eco®
Electronic Radiator Thermostat

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Congratulations on the purchase of your living eco® radiator thermostat

living eco® is an electronic radiator thermostat with programmes to automatically lower the room temperature
for selected periods. This allows you to save heating expenses and benefits the environment by using less
energy.

For further information, please see

www.danfoss.com/living

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Table of Contents
1. Installation
1.1 In the package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 Inserting the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.3 Setting the time and date when you start using living eco® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.4 Installing living eco® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2. Getting started with living eco®

2.1 Thermostat display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Thermostat buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Display symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

3. More features of living eco®

3.1 Adjusting the temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.2 Frost protection, 6°C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.3 Programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.4 Selecting the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.5 Adjusting the setback period in programme P1 or P2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.6 Deleting a setback period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.7 Creating a new setback period in P1 or P2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.8 Travel programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.9 Function menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.10 Installation mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.11 Temperature limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.12 Setting the time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.13 Child lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.14 Replacing the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.15 Open window function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.16 Reset to factory settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4. Technical settings
4.1 Advanced menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
4.2 Deactivating automatic daylight saving time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.3 Adjusting to radiator/room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.4 Deactivating intelligent control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.5 Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

5. Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

6. Removing living eco® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

7. Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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1. Installation
1.1 In the package
living eco® is supplied with adapters for Danfoss RA valves and valves with M30 x 1.5 (K) connections, two alka-
line AA batteries and a 2 mm Allen key.

1.2 Inserting the batteries

Remove the battery cover and insert the two batteries. Make sure the batteries are correctly
oriented.

1.3 Setting the time and date when you start using living eco®
Once the batteries are installed The time will flash on the display - 23:59.
Set hours using and press .
Set the time
Set min. using and press .
Set date using and press .
Set date
Format: day/month/year (DD/MM/YYYY)
Confirm setting When flashes, press to confirm.

1.4 Installing living eco®

M must be flashing on the display prior to installing. If not, see Installation mode on page 11.
1. Start by mounting the adapter. RA K

2. Tighten RA adapter using the 2 mm Allen key.

Hand-tighten K adapter (max. 5 Nm).

3. Screw the thermostat onto the adapter and tighten by hand

(max. 5 Nm).

4. Press for approx. 3 seconds to enter the function menu.

5. A small M flashes, press to fix the thermostat.

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2. Getting started with living eco®

2.1 Thermostat display
The black dashed circle on the display shows a 24-hour dial. The black segments represent periods of comfort
temperature, 21°C (default setting), and the ‘empty’ segments represent setback periods, where the tempera-
ture is 17°C (default setting). The display also shows the set temperature and current program.

24-hour dial 24
P1 Setback period
Half hour segments
22:30 - 06:00 hrs, 17°C
Shows the program the thermostat
is running (e.g. P1). 18 Fr 6
Weekday
Programmed temperature
Flashes at the current time
Battery symbol 12

2.2 Thermostat buttons

The thermostat has two arrow buttons which allow you
to navigate the display, menus and set the temperature.

Use to select and confirm.

2.3 Display symbols

Symbols flash when they can be activated.

Programme Menu
P0 Programme with no automatic temperature reduction – maintains a constant temperature all day and
night. You select the temperature.
P1 Saving programme which lowers the temperature to 17°C at night (22:30 - 06:00 hrs).
Saving programme is configurable.
P2 Extended saving programme which lowers the temperature to 17°C at night (22:30 - 06:00 hrs), and
during the day on weekdays (08:00 - 16:00 hrs).
Saving programme is configurable.
Travel programme which lowers the temperature when you are away.
You select the period and the temperature.

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Function Menu

M Installation mode (see page 11).

Child lock.

MAX
Set the max and min temperature range.
MIN

Set time and date.

Other Symbols

Back.

Confirm selection.

Battery symbol (indicates low battery).

Period setting for the travel programme.

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3. More features of living eco®

3.1 Adjusting the temperature
Set the desired temperature by pressing .
Default setting is 21°C.
24
P1
This also allows the temperature to be changed temporarily during a set-
back period, without having to change the program or period.
18 Fr 6

12
If the comfort temperature is changed, e.g. from 21°C to 22°C, living eco® will remember this change, and the
comfort temperature will remain 22°C after the next setback period.

3.2 Frost protection, 6⁰C

This symbol is displayed if you set the thermostat to its lowest setting. This
means that the thermostat will maintain a constant temperature of 6 °C in
24
the room, ensuring frost protection.

18 6

12

3.3 Programmes
When you start using the thermostat it is set to use program P1. You can select the programme which
best matches your family’s requirements.

P0: Constant temperature of 21°C P1: One setback period at 17°C every P2: Two setback periods at 17°C every
all day and night. night from 22:30 - 06:00 hrs. night from 22:30 - 06:00 hrs and all
weekdays from 08:00 - 16:00 hrs.

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3.4 Selecting the programme

Select programme menu If the display is off, press .
Then press briefly to open the programme menu.
Selecting the programme Switch between programmes using .
(P0, P1 or P2) Select using .
Confirm setting When flashes, press to confirm.

3.5 Adjusting the setback period in programme P1 or P2

The thermostat default setting is one setback period for P1 and two setback periods for P2. You can adjust the
setback periods so they match your family’s requirements.
When living eco® is set to change from 17°C to 21°C, e.g. at 06.00 hrs, the thermostat will learn when to start
heating in order for the temperature to reach 21°C at 06.00 hrs.
Select programme menu If the display is off, press to activate. Then press briefly to open the
programme menu.
Select programme Press to highlight the desired programme. When the programme flashes,
(P1 or P2) press to select it.
Weekdays for setback Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
period Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

You can select to adjust the setback period for the weekend, all weekdays, or
a single day.
Use to select the desired period.
When the desired period flashes, press to select it.
Setback period interval You are using to move around the 24-hour dial. For example when mov-
ing from one setback period to the next setback period.
Use to move between the start and stop times. The time flashes slowly
when it can be selected. Select time using .
Once the time has been selected it flashes faster to indicate it can now be
adjusted.
Set the start and stop time using . Once the time is chosen, confirm using
.
Change temp. if required The temperature now flashes. Set the temperature using . Once the de-
sired temperature is chosen, confirm using .
now flashes.
(If you do not wish to change the setback period, press so that the symbol
flashes, and then select using . You will be returned to the weekdays for setback
period selection menu).
Press to approve the entire setback period.
Confirm setback period flashes. Press to run the selected programme.

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3.6 Deleting a setback period

You can delete a setback period by minimising it to half an hour. All segments on the timer dial will then be-
come black.
Example In this example the setback period is Monday, 08.30-16.00
hrs.
To cancel the setback period, set the start time to 15.30 hrs.

Select programme menu If the display is off, press to activate. Then briefly press to open the
programme menu.
Select programme Press to highlight the desired programme. When the programme flashes,
(P1 or P2) press to select it.
Select setback period Cycle through the weekdays using . When the day(s) you wish to change
flashes, press . Cycle through the 24-hour dial using .
When the start of the setback period you wish to delete flashes slowly, press
to select it.
Clear setback Use to set the start time so the setback period is half an hour. Once you
period interval have changed the start time, press .
Confirm deletion now flashes. Press to approve. You have now deleted the setback period.

3.7 Creating a new setback period in P1 or P2

living eco® also allows you to create your own setback periods in P1 or P2. You can create up to three setback
periods each day.
Select programme menu If the display is off, press to activate. Then briefly press to open the
programme menu.
Select programme Press to highlight the desired programme. When the programme flashes,
(P1 or P2) press to select it.
Weekdays for setback Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
period Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

You can select to adjust the setback period for the weekend, all weekdays, or a
single day. Use to find the desired period.
When the desired period flashes, press to select it.
Setback period interval To add another setback period, use to move around the 24-hour dial to
find and select the new start time.
Disregard existing setback periods, just move ahead with to choose your
new setback period.
Confirm the start time by pressing .
The stop time now flashes. Set the stop time using .
Once the time is chosen, confirm using .
Change temp. if required The temperature now flashes. Set the temperature using , and confirm
using .

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Confirm setback period continues flashing.

(If you do not wish to create a new setback period, press so that the symbol
flashes, and then select using . You will be returned to the weekdays for setback
period selection menu).
Press to approve the entire setback period.

3.8 Travel programme

The travel programme helps you save energy by reducing the temperature when you are away from home.
Simply enter the period of time you will be away, and living eco® will ensure your normal operating programme
is resumed when you return, so you arrive into a warm house.
Select programme menu If the display is off, press to activate. Then briefly press to open the
programme menu.
Select programme Select by pressing until the suitcase flashes. Select using .
Set departure date Set departure date using . Confirm using .
Set return date Set return date using . Confirm using .
Change temp. if required Press to change the temperature (default is 17°C). Confirm using .
Confirm setting When flashes, press to confirm - is now displayed.
When the departure date arrives, the following is displayed: , set period and
temperature.
Early return
Select programme menu If the display is off, press to activate. Press briefly to open programme
menu.
Select programme Select programme (P0/P1/P2) using . Confirm using .
Changing an existing travel period
Select programme menu If the display is off, press to activate. Press briefly to open programme
menu.
Select programme Select by pressing until the suitcase flashes. Select using .
Select by pressing until the clock flashes. Select using .
Change travel period Change the period by pressing . Select using .
Change temp. if required Press to change the temperature. Confirm using .
Confirm setting Confirm using .
Cancelling set travel period
Select programme menu If the display is off, press to activate. Press briefly to open programme
menu.
Select programme Select by pressing until the suitcase flashes. Select using .
Select off Select OFF using .
Confirm setting Confirm using .

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3.9 Function menu

Installation mode. Always activate installation mode when installing/removing the thermostat.
M The thermostat may be irreparably damaged if not in the correct position during installation.

Child lock - allows the buttons to be locked so your settings cannot be changed.

MAX Temperature limit - allows you to change the thermostat’s temperature range, so you decide what
MIN the max and min temperature should be. This is useful, for example, in rooms with public access.

Set time and date - allows the time and date to be changed after the thermostat is in use.

3.10 Installation mode

Select function menu Press and hold for 3 sec.
Activate installation mode Select M using . M flashes, press . Now a large M is flashing in the dis-
play. The mode is activated and living eco® can be mounted.
Deactivate installation mode Press and hold for 3 sec. M flashes, press to deactivate.

3.11 Temperature limit

Select function menu Press and hold for 3 sec.
Select max/min Select max/min using . Press . Set the max and min temperature using
. Press to approve.

3.12 Setting the time

The thermostat automatically changes to/from daylight saving time.

Select function menu Press and hold for 3 sec.

Select clock Select using . Press . Set time and date using . Select and confirm
using .

3.13 Child lock

Select function menu Press and hold for 3 sec.
Activate child lock Select using . Press to activate the child lock.
Deactivate child lock Deactivate the child lock by pressing all three buttons simultane-
ously for at least 5 sec.

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3.14 Replacing the batteries

Remove the battery cover and insert two alkaline AA batteries. Make sure the batteries are
correctly oriented.
Rechargeable batteries may not be used.

Programme settings are preserved. Time and date settings are reset after 2 minutes and must then be re-
entered.

3.15 Open window function

If the thermostat detects a dramatic drop in temperature, for example due to an open window, it reacts by shut-
ting off the heat. The thermostat returns to its original setting after half an hour, or when the window is closed.

3.16 Reset to factory settings

Remove the battery cover and take out one battery. Press and hold for approx. 5 seconds, while reinserting
the battery.

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4. Technical Settings
4.1 Advanced menu
dS Deactivate/activate automatic daylight saving time.

Pb Adjust to radiator/room

Fo Deactivate/activate intelligent control (forecast)

Or Information about horizontal or vertical orientation (0 = horizontal, 90 = vertical)

4.2 Deactivating automatic daylight saving time

Select function menu Press and hold for 3 sec. flashes.
Select advanced menu Press both buttons for 3 sec.
Select dS Select dS by pressing . Confirm using . 1 flashes.
Deactivate feature Press , 0 flashes. Confirm using .
1 = automatic daylight saving time (default setting).
0 = no automatic change.

4.3 Adjusting to radiator/room

2 is the factory setting.
1 is used if the radiator appears oversized for the room.
3 is used if the radiator appears undersized for the room.
Select function menu Press and hold for 3 sec. flashes.
Select advanced menu Press both buttons for 3 sec.
Select Pb Select Pb by pressing . Confirm using .
Select adjustment Select 1, 2 or 3 using . Confirm using .
The frequency of heat adjustment varies for 1, 2 and 3.

4.4 Deactivating intelligent control

The thermostat’s intelligent control (forecast) ensures that the desired temperature is reached by a given time.
Select function menu Press and hold for 3 sec. flashes.
Select advanced menu Press both buttons for 3 sec.
Select Fo Select Fo by pressing . Confirm using .
Deactivate forecast 1 flashes. Select 0 using . Confirm using .
1 = forecast is activated (default setting).
0 = forecast is deactivated.

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4.5 Technical specifications

Actuator type Electromechanical
Software classification A
Automatic action Type 1
Recommended use Residential (pollution degree 2)
Open window function Yes
Mechanical strength 70 N (max. force from valve)
Maximum water temperature 90°C
Movement type Linear
Battery life 2 years
Spindle movement 2-3 mm on the valve
Maximum extension 4.5 mm
Frequency Measures temp. every minute
Speed of adjustment 1 mm/s
Power supply 2 x 1.5V AA alkaline, class III (SELV)
Power consumption 3 μW in standby, 1.2 W in active state
Operating temperature 0 to 40°C
Transportation temp. range -20 to 65°C
Temperature setting range 6 to 28°C
Time keeping accuracy +/- 10 min/year
Clock setting accuracy +/- 1 min
Size (mm) L: 91 Ø: 51 (RA)
Ball pressure test 75°C
Weight 177 g (RA)
IP class* 20
* The thermostat should not be used in hazardous installations or in places where it may be exposed to water.

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5. Safety precautions
The thermostat is not intended for children and must not be used as a toy.
Do not leave packaging materials where children may be tempted to play with them, as this is extremely
dangerous.
Do not attempt to dismantle the thermostat as it contains no user-serviceable parts. If error code E1, E2 etc. is
shown in the display or other defects appear, please return the thermostat to the distributor.

6. Removing living eco®

To remove the thermostat, insert a suitable tool such as an Allen key through the hole in the
battery chamber and into the hole in the black ring behind this. Keeping the tool in position,
turn the entire thermostat anticlockwise until it is completely free of its mounting.

The thermostat must be set to installation mode before removal (see page 11).

7. Disposal
The thermostat must be disposed of as electronic waste.

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Denmark
Phone: +45 7488 8000
Fax: +45 7488 8100
Homepage: www.danfoss.com

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