ThinkEco TE5010 TE5010, TE5011, TE5012, TE5013 User Manual UserGuide smartAC wifi indd
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modletBN WiFi
thermostat remote
Welcome to
your new
smartAC WiFi Kit.
The modletBN wi is the
modern electrical outlet
that allows you to save
energy and money on your
plugged-in electronic
devices, and conveniently
turn them on/off from your
smartphone or any browser.
You can set your AC to turn
on before leaving work so
you can come home to a
cool apartment - no more
leaving your AC on all day.
Let’s begin.
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2Getting Started
Note: You will need WiFi connection
in order to use your modletBN WiFi.
Please check your WiFi connection
before continuing.
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Getting Started
Included in your kit:
Note: We recommend the best way to
set up your modletBN WiFi is with your
smartphone. You will need to download
the smartAC app in the app store.
modletBN Wi
TE5010/11/12/13
thermostat
remote
registration
key card
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Registration
XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
Let’s begin.
4Setting Up
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Set up via smartphone
Enjoy!
Plug in your
modletBN WiFi.
Download the
smartAC app from
the app store.
Open the app and
walk through the
steps to set up your
modletBN WiFi.
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Setting Up
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Enjoy!
Set up via website
Plug in your
modletBN WiFi.
Go to mymodlet.com.
Click “New user? Create
an account”.
Follow the steps to set
up your modletBN WiFi.
6Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Light not on
Normal operation mode
Solid red light
Circuit is overloaded;
unplug your AC and tap
the modlet button
Blinking at 1x/second
Override mode; the schedule
is suspended temporarily
Spinning quickly
at 1x/second
Modlet is joining the
network; occurs when
you rst set it up
Spinning slowly
at 1x/2 seconds
Modlet has failed
to join the network
modletBN WiFi light indicator
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Troubleshooting
Thermostat Mode
Current (top) & target
(bottom) temperature.
Use the +/- arrows to
change the target
temperature.
No wireless symbol
No communication
between smartAC and
modlet. Check modlet
is online & smartAC is
within 30 feet of modlet.
DR
A conservation event is
in progress. To exit, use
the down (-) arrow to lower
the set temperature.
OFF
Only current (top)
temperature is displayed.
Use the power button
to turn on your AC.
Thermostat remote screen displays
8FAQs
FAQs
How do I turn my AC on?
First, look at your smartAC thermostat
and press any button. Then press the down
arrow to lower the target temperature. It
must be at least 2 degrees lower than the
current room temperature for your AC to
turn on. If that doesn’t work, try pressing
the “on” button directly on your AC unit.
If your AC still doesn’t turn on, contact
ThinkEco customer service.
What is a conservation
(DR) event?
A conservation event is when a local utility
asks customers to reduce their electricity
demand during peak energy consumption
hours (such as the middle of a hot sum-
mer day), in exchange for some subsidized
products and/or nancial incentives.
How do I reset my thermostat
remote?
First, look at your smartAC thermostat
and press any button. Then press the down
arrow to lower the target temperature. It
must be at least 2 degrees lower than the
current room temperature for your AC to
turn on. If thaIf your AC still doesn’t turn
on, contact ThinkEco customer service.
Have more questions?
1-800-682-0152
support@thinkecoinc.com
Have more questions?
Visit our support page online
for tutorials, videos and step-
by-step instructions for using
your modletBN WiFi.
thinkecoinc.com/support
Contact
or
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Contact
10 Specications
Specications
ThinkEco modletBN WiFi
Thank you for purchasing your new modlet®! For more informa-
tion and to learn about your product(s) please read all user guide/
manuals provided to you (in both paper and electronic form) in-
cluding in the software downloaded in connection with the usage
of these products and all operating and safety instructions. If you
fail to do so the products listed below may not function properly
and may lead to damage to the products and to other danger.
Specications
The kit you purchased may include one or more of the following
products:
modletBN:
• TE5010: Electrical rating: 125V/15A/60Hz/1875W, NEMA 5-15
• TE5011: Electrical rating 125V/20A/60Hz/2500W, NEMA 5-20
• TE5012: Electrical rating 240V/15A/60Hz/3600W, NEMA 6-15
• TE5013: Electrical rating 240V/20A/60Hz/4800W, NEMA 6-20
• All versions: 13 inch cord either end (26 in total for cords)
• All versions: ZigBee (IEEE 802.15.4) wireless communication
smartAC thermostat TE1310:
• ZigBee (IEE 802.15.4) wireless communication
• Power source: 2 AAA Batteries - 2x 1.5V DC
Important Safety Information:
Use indoors in a dry location. Do not use this product in connection
with critical care equipment (i.e. life-support systems). Contains
non-user serviceable parts; do not open. This is a live AC outlet,
even when the modlet is in an “off scheduled mode”. This product
is not a toy. Do not allow children to operate it. The modlet TE1010,
TE4010 and TE4012 are not intended for use with loads rated
above 15 Amps. The modlet TE4011 and modlet TE4013 are not
intended for use with loads rated above 20 Amps. Do not “dai-
sy-chain” the modlet. Only plug the modlet into a grounded outlet
or a grounded extension cord with the same rating as your modlet.
In an over current condition or if the modlet is plugged into an
old and/or damaged socket the modlet and socket temperature
may increase substantially. In such a case, unplug the modlet and
appliances immediately and discontinue use.
You should contact a qualied electrician to inspect and/or replace
the outlet. Connecting a modlet or a modlet BN to an
improperly grounded outlet will void all warranties. UL 916 listed.
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Specications
Regulatory Information:
Installation and use of this device must be in strict accordance with
the instructions included in the user documentation provided with
the product or at www.thinkeco.com. Any changes or modications
made to this device that are not expressly approved by the
manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment. ThinkEco will assume no liability for any damage or
violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply
with these guidelines.
RF Exposure Warning
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set for
an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with a minimum distance of 7.9 inches (20cm)
between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be
co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Note: USA-FCC (Federal Communications Commission) statement
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of this device.
Note: Industry Canada
Per RSS-Gen, Section 7.1.3
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Section 7.1.3 de RSS-GEN
Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:1.Ce
dispositif ne doit pas causer d’interférences, et 2. Ce dispositif doit
accepter toutes les interférences, y compris celles pouvant causer
un fonctionnement non souhaité.
Note: FCC Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.
If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
3. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
12 Warranty
Warranty
LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY
Warranty: ThinkEco warrants that the modlet, modlet BN, modlet
USB receiver, modlet Gateway and smartAC thermostat (collec-
tively “TE Products”) will be free from defects in material and
workmanship and perform to ThinkEco’s applicable published
specications for a period of one (1) year from date of delivery
to you. The liability of ThinkEco hereunder shall be limited to
replacing or repairing, at its option, any defective TE Products
which are returned F.O.B. ThinkEco’s corporate address (or,
at ThinkEco’s option, refunding the purchase price of such TE
Products). In no case are TE Products to be returned without rst
obtaining permission and a return order number from ThinkEco.
You are responsible for the cost of shipment of the defective TE
Products to ThinkEco, and ThinkEco is responsible for the cost
of shipment of a replacement TE Products to you. In the event
you send TE Products back to ThinkEco, and the TE Product is
not defective, ThinkEco reserves the right to charge you a fee
associated with postage and handling of such TE Product.
Replacement TE Products: Replacement TE Products are war-
ranted by ThinkEco pursuant to the warranty set forth above for
the longer of (i) thirty (30) days; or (ii) the remaining warranty
period for the original Modlet. The replacement TE Product may
be refurbished and/or contain refurbished parts.
The following are not covered by this warranty: (i) TE Products
which have been subject to abuse, misuse, accident, alteration,
neglect, unauthorized repair, inspection or installation, Acts of
God, power surge, wear and tear, mishandling, misapplication, or
other causes unrelated to defective materials or workmanship;
and (ii) any damages and/or viruses caused by use of a third par-
ty device in conjunction with the TE Products. You are responsi-
ble for determining if a third party device used in conjunction
with any TE Product is suitable for such use and ThinkEco is not
liable, and this warranty does not cover, any damages caused by,
or to, any third party device. ThinkEco will make the nal deter-
mination as to the existence and cause of any alleged defect.
No warranty is made with respect to any custom equipment or
goods produced to your specications except as specically stat-
ed in writing by ThinkEco in the contract for such custom goods.
Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability: EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY
PROVIDED ABOVE, THINKECO MAKES NO, AND HEREBY DIS-
CLAIMS ALL OTHER, WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, STATUTORY, OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF NON-INFRINGE-
MENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
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Warranty
PURPOSE. THINKECO MAKES NO REPRESENTATION, WAR-
RANTY OR GUARANTY AS TO THE RELIABILITY, TIMELINESS,
QUALITY, SUITABILITY, TRUTH, AVAILABILITY, ACCURACY OR
COMPLETENESS OF THE TE PRODUCTS AND DOES NOT
REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT (A) THE USE OF THE TE
PRODUCTS WILL BE SECURE, TIMELY, UNINTERRUPTED OR
ERROR-FREE OR OPERATE IN COMBINATION WITH ANY
OTHER HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, SYSTEM OR DATA, (B) THE
TE PRODUCTS WILL MEET CUSTOMER’S REQUIREMENTS OR
EXPECTATIONS, (C) ANY STORED DATA WILL BE ACCURATE
OR RELIABLE, (D), THE TE PRODUCTS ARE FREE OF VIRUSES
OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS. IN NO EVENT WILL
THINKECO BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR
ANY LOST PROFITS, USE OF USER INFORMATION, LOSS
OF DATA, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR OTHER INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF
ANY NATURE ARISING FROM OR RELATING TO YOUR USE OF
THE TE PRODUCTS, EVEN IF THINKECO HAS BEEN ADVISED
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT WILL
THINKECO’S TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY TO YOU, FOR
ANY AND ALL CLAIMS UNDER ANY THEORY OF LAW, EXCEED
THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THE TE PRODUCTS IN
QUESTION.
To contact ThinkEco regarding this Limited Warranty, please call
ThinkEco at 1-800-682-0152.
For additional information please visit www.thinkeco.com/
warranty
RETURN POLICY
If you purchased your Modlet from a third-party retail store, you
must return the Modlet to that same retailer and comply with
such retailer’s return policy. Please contact the store for addi-
tional details on completing your return. All refunds will be net
of any rebate and/or discount that you received in connection
with any promotion.
The failure to abide by this policy will result in substantial
delays to any refund request.
Please contact ThinkEco at 1-800-682-0152 with any questions
regarding this policy.
