eQ-3 MAX! Operating Manual
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MAX! Radiator Thermostat basic
1x
Danfoss RA adapter
1x
Cylinder head screw M4 x 12 mm, nut M4
1x
Support ring
2x
1.5 V LR6/mignon/AA batteries
3x
Brief instruction in German/English, French/
Dutch and Polish/Italian
Package contents
Table of contents
Table of contents
1
Information about this manual ................................. 4
2
Safety instructions .................................................... 4
3
Function .................................................................... 6
4
Device overview ......................................................... 8
5
Display content in normal mode............................... 9
6
Start-up ..................................................................... 9
7
Teaching-in ............................................................. 16
8
Auto/Manu ............................................................... 19
9
Boost ....................................................................... 20
10
Comfort and reduction temperature ...................... 21
11
Child safeguard/operating lock .............................. 22
12
Configuration of the MAX! system .......................... 22
13
Restore factory settings .......................................... 23
14
LED flashing sequences and transmission
behaviour ................................................................ 24
15
Maintenance and cleaning ...................................... 26
16
Information about radio operation ......................... 27
17
Technical data ......................................................... 28
Documentation © 2015 eQ-3 AG, Germany
All rights reserved. Translation from the original version in German.
Version 1.0 (05/2017)
Information about this manual
1
InformatIon about thIs manual
Read this manual carefully before starting to use the device.
Keep the manual for later consultation. If you hand over the
device to other persons for use, please hand over the oper-
ating manual as well.
Symbols used:
Attention!
This indicates a hazard.
Note.
This section contains important additional infor-
mation!
2
safety InstructIons
We do not assume any liability for damage to prop-
erty or personal injury caused by improper use or the
failure to observe the safety instructions. In such
cases, any claim under warranty is extinguished! For
consequential damages, we assume no liability! Es-
pecially observe the safety and handling instructions
in chapter “6.2 Installation on the radiator” and the
following.
Do not open the device. It does not contain any parts
that can be maintained by the user. In the event of an
error, have the device checked by an expert.
Do not use the device if there are signs of damage to
the housing or control elements, for example, or if it
demonstrates a malfunction. If you have any doubts,
please have the device checked by an expert.
For safety and licensing reasons (CE), unauthorized
change and/or modification of the product is not per-
mitted.
The device may only be operated indoors and must
be protected from the effects of moisture, vibrations,
solar or other methods of heat radiation, cold and
mechanical loads.
The device is not a toy; do not allow children to play
with it. Do not leave packaging material lying around,
plastic films/bags, pieces of polystyrene etc., can be
dangerous in the hands of a child.
The system is only suitable for control of heaters (ra-
diators, convection heaters, heater bars) heated by
heat carriers. Any other use, e.g. on cooling systems,
in-floor heating, etc., is not permitted and can lead
to severe damages.
Use a dry linen cloth to clean the device. If the device
is particularly dirty, you can slightly dampen the cloth
to clean it. Do not use any detergents containing sol-
vents for cleaning purposes. Make sure that no mois-
ture will ingress into the housing.
Using this device for any purpose other than that de-
scribed in this operating manual does not fall within
the scope of intended use and shall invalidate any
warranty or liability. This also applies to any conver-
sion or modification work. The device is intended for
private use only.
3
functIon
The MAX! Radiator Thermostat basic is responsible for regu-
lating the radiators within the MAX! system. During ventila-
tion, the MAX! Radiator Thermostat automatically reduces
the temperature in a room in order to save on energy costs.
Communication between the MAX! components is bidirec-
tional. This ensures that the information sent reaches the
recipient.
The configuration of the MAX! Radiator Thermostat depends
on the system variant used. You have the possibility to choose
between the following two variants:
MAX! House solution
This is the solution for the entire house. With a MAX!
Cube, all settings of connected devices in your house
can comfortably be made via the MAX! software.
By using the MAX! Cube, several MAX! Radiator solu-
tions and MAX! Room solutions can be connected to
a new MAX! House solution in a new installation. In
this installation, the MAX! Eco Switch can optionally
be integrated.
MAX! Room solution
In the room solution, the settings of all connected
devices in your room can comfortably be made via
the MAX! Wall Thermostat+. Up to 8 MAX! Radiator
Thermostats and 8 MAX! Window Sensors can be con-
nected and controlled via the MAX! Wall Thermostat+.
The MAX! Wall Thermostat+ has an internal sensor
that measures the temperature in the room and cycli-
cally transmits it to the radiator thermostats.
With a MAX! Cube, the solution can be extended to a
House solution.
Automatic mode (Auto), manual mode (Manu), holi-
day mode (
), boost function (
), open window
function (
)
B
Display of setpoint temperature
C
Auto/Manu button, switch between automatic and man-
ual mode, exit the holiday mode
D
Control wheel: Temperature settings, activate the boost
function, confirm, start teach-in procedure
E
Switch between reduction and comfort temperature
F
Reduction/comfort temperature (
), empty battery
symbol (
), antenna symbol (radio synchronicity),
(
), activity symbol (
)
Display content in normal mode
5
DIsplay content In normal moDe
The setpoint temperature is displayed during normal opera-
tion, along with the mode. In the example, the MAX! Radia-
tor Thermostat is in automatic mode (Auto) and the comfort
temperature (
) of 21.0°C is set. The antenna symbol (
)
indicates that the connection to the taught-in component
has been established.
6
start-up
6.1
InsertIng (replacIng) batterIes
In the initial state, the batteries are already inserted.
Simply remove the insulation strip.
To replace the batteries, please
proceed as follows:
• Press the battery compartment cov-
er on both sides with your fingers
and remove the cover by pushing it
downwards.
• Insert 2 new LR6/mignon/AA (1.5 V)
batteries in the battery compart-
ment, making sure they are the right
way round.
• Reattach the battery compartment cover and latch it into
place.
After inserting batteries, the radiator thermostat has to be
mounted on the radiator (see sec. “6.2 Installation on the
radiator” on page 11). The radiator thermostat starts an
adapting run afterwards (see sec. “6.3 Adaption run” on
page 15).
A battery symbol (
) on the display indicates that
the batteries need to be replaced. After removing the
empty batteries, wait approx. 1 minute before insert-
ing the new ones.
The service life of new alkaline batteries is approxi-
mately two years.
Operation with rechargeable batteries is not possible.
Never recharge standard batteries. Doing so will pre-
sent a risk of explosion. Do not throw the batteries
into a fire! Do not short-circuit batteries.
Never recharge standard batteries. Do not throw
the batteries into a fire. Do not expose batteries
to excessive heat. Do not short-circuit batteries.
Doing so will present a risk of explosion.
InstallatIon on the raDIator
The MAX! Radiator Thermostat is easy to install and can be
done without draining heating water or intervening in the
heating system. No special tools are required, nor does the
heating have to be switched off.
The union nut attached to the radiator thermostat can be
used universally and without accessories for all valves with
a thread size of M30 x 1.5 from the most popular manufac-
turers such as
• Heimeier
• MNG
• Junkers
• Landis+Gyr (Duodyr)
• Honeywell-Braukmann
• Oventrop
• Schlösser
• Comap
• Valf Sanayii
• Mertik Maxitrol
• Watts
• Wingenroth (Wiroflex)
• R.B.M
• Tiemme
• Jaga
• Siemens
• Idmar
By means of the adapter in the delivery, the device can also
be installed on radiator valves of type Danfoss RA.
Removing the old dial
Rotate the thermostat dial to the maximum value (1) (an-
ti-clockwise). The thermostat dial then no longer presses
against the valve spindle, making it easier to remove.
There are different ways of fixing the position of the ther-
mostat dial:
• Union nut: Unscrew the union nut in an anticlockwise di-
rection (2). The thermostat head can then be removed (3).
• Snap-on fastenings: Thermostat dials that have been at-
tached using this method can be easily released by giving
the lock/union nut a slight turn in the anticlockwise di-
rection (2). The thermostat head can then be removed (3).
• Compression fitting: The thermostat dial is held in place
by a mounting ring which is held together with a screw.
Loosen this screw and remove the thermostat head from
the valve (3).
• Threaded connection with set screw: Loosen the set screw
and remove the thermostat head (3).
In case of visible damage of the existing radiator, valve
or heating pipes, please consult a specialist.
Danfoss RA adapter
The provided adapter is required for installation on Danfoss
RA valves. The Danfoss valve bodies have elongated notches
(G) around their circumference (see arrow), which also en-
sure that the adaptor is properly seated when it snaps on.
Please ensure that you do not trap your fingers be-
tween the two halves of the adapter!
During installation, please ensure that the pins inside the
adapter (H) are lined up with the notches (G) on the valve.
The RA adapter has been manufactured with pre-tension in
order to provide a better seat. Use a screwdriver during in-
stallation if necessary, and bend it open slightly in the vicinity
of the screw. Ensure that the adapter is properly clipped on.
After clipping onto the valve body, please attach the adapter
using the provided screw and nut.
The valves from different manufacturers may have tolerance
fluctuations that make the radiator thermostat more loosely
seated on the valve. In this case, the provided support ring
(I) should be placed into the flange before mounting the ra-
diator thermostat.
I
Once the batteries have been inserted, the motor reverses;
meanwhile, "InS" and the activity symbol (
) are displayed.
As soon as "InS" is displayed without the activity symbol (
),
the radiator thermostat can be mounted. This is followed by
an adapting run ("AdA") to adapt the thermostat to the valve.
• Attach the radiator thermostat to the valve (see sec. “6.2
Installation on the radiator” on page 11).
• Tighten the union nut.
• Press the control wheel shortly when "InS" is displayed.
Now the radiator thermostat performs an adapting run. "AdA"
and the activity symbol (
) are displayed; during this time,
operation is not possible.
If the adapter run has been initiated prior to mounting or if
an error message (F1, F2, F3) is displayed, press the control
wheel; the motor reverses to the "InS" position.
Teach-in mode can be activated even whilst "InS" is
still displayed.
If the MAX! Radiator Thermostat has not been taught-
in to a MAX! Cube or Wall Thermostat+, the device
automatically switches to manual operation (Manu).
In order to be able to use the MAX! Radiator Thermostat in
your installation, you must teach it in first. The teach-in pro-
cedure depends on the system variant used. Choose your
system variant (House or Room solution) and follow the in-
structions below.
MAX! House solution
In the MAX! House solution all settings and pro-
grammings (e.g. week programs) can be made via
the MAX! software.
• Put the MAX! Cube into teach-in mode. Start the local MAX!
software and click on "New device" (1).
• To activate teach-in mode of the MAX! Radiator Thermostat
press and hold down the control wheel for at least 3 sec-
onds (2). The display shows the remaining teach-in time
in seconds. The teach-in time is 30 seconds.
1.
2.
> 3 s
Auto
Manu
• After teaching-in has been successful, the display returns
back to normal display.
As soon as the MAX! Radiator Thermostat has been
taught-in to a MAX! Cube, all settings will be trans-
mitted via radio.
The MAX! Radiator Thermostat can only be taught-in
to one MAX! Cube.
If the MAX! Radiator Thermostat has already been
configured via a MAX! Wall Thermostat, a factory re-
set has to be performed before teaching-in the device
to a MAX! Cube (see sec. “13 Restore factory settings”
on page 23).
MAX! Room solution
In the MAX! Room solution all settings and program-
mings (e.g. week programs) can be made directly via
the MAX! Wall Thermostat.
• Press and hold down the OK button of the MAX! Wall Ther-
mostat for at least 3 seconds to activate teach-in mode (1).
• Activate the teach-in mode of your MAX! Radiator Thermo-
stat. Press the control wheel for at least 3 seconds. The
display shows the remaining teach-in time in seconds. The
teach-in time is 30 seconds.
> 3 s
> 3 s
Auto
Manu
After teaching-in has been successful, the display returns
back to normal display.
As soon as the MAX! Radiator Thermostat has been
taught-in to the MAX! Wall Thermostat, all settings
such as date, time or week program will be transmit-
ted via radio.
The MAX! Radiator Thermostat can only be taught-in
to one MAX! Wall Thermostat.
To switch between operating modes, press and immediately
release the Auto/Manu button (the operating modes only be-
come available for selection once installation is complete).
• Auto: Week program - automatic temperature regulation
in accordance with the time profile saved (heat/reduce).
In the MAX! House solution you can individually
configure your week programs via the MAX!
software.
In the MAX! Room solution you can individually
configure your week programs via the MAX! Wall
Thermostat.
• Manu: Manual operation - the temperature set manually
using the control wheelheel is maintained permanently.
If the operating mode is changed on one device in a
room, this change is applied on all MAX! Radiator
Thermostats assigned to that room.
If, for example, you arrive home earlier than usual, the boost
function will help you to heat the room up quickly. When ac-
tivating the boost function, the heating valve is immediately
opened to 80 % for 5 minutes (factory setting). The heating
of a room takes longer than 5 minutes, but the heat given
off by the radiator can be felt immediately.
• Press the control wheel shortly to activate the function.
• The remaining time for the function will be counted down
in seconds ("b300" to "b000"). Whilst the function is ac-
tive,
is displayed.
• The activity symbol (
) is displayed as long as the adjust-
ing pin opens/closes the valve.
• Once the boost time has elapsed, the radiator thermo-
stat switches back to the mode that was active previously
(Auto/Manu), with the temperature that was set previously.
• The function can be deactivated prematurely at any time
by pressing the control wheel again.
The radiant heat will not have an immediate effect if
the radiator is covered or concealed (e.g. by a sofa).
In the MAX! House solution you can individually
configure the duration of the boost function via the
MAX! software.
In the MAX! Room solution you can individually
configure the duration of the boost function via the
MAX! Wall Thermostat.
Comfort and reduction temperature
If the duration of the boost function is set (via the
MAX! Cube or the MAX! Wall Thermostat+) so that
the display exceeds 999 seconds, the display value
switches from seconds to minutes.
If a long boost duration and a large valve opening have
been set the radiator can get very hot. After changing
the factory setting check that the radiator is not heat-
ed excessively.
10
comfort anD reDuctIon temperature
The comfort and reduction temperature button (
) makes
switching between comfort and reduction temperature sim-
ple and user friendly. The factory setting for the comfort tem-
perature is 21.0 °C and the reduction temperature 17.0 °C.
In the MAX! House solution you can individually
configure the comfort and reduction temperature
via the MAX! software.
In the MAX! Room solution you can individually
configure the comfort and reduction temperature
via the MAX! Wall Thermostat+.
Child safeguard/operating lock
11
chIlD safeguarD/operatIng lock
Operation of the device can be locked to avoid settings be-
ing changed unintended (e.g. through involuntary touch).
• To activate/deactivate the operating lock, press and im-
mediately release the Auto/Manu and (
) buttons si-
multaneously.
• Once the operating lock has been activated, "Loc" is dis-
played for 5 s. After this, the temperature is displayed again.
• The operation of the MAX! Radiator Thermostat is now
locked.
• To deactivate the operating lock, press both buttons once
again.
12
confIguratIon of the maX! system
If you use the MAX! Radiator Thermostat in the MAX!
House solution, you can individually change all set-
tings of your MAX! system (e.g. configuration of week
programs) via the MAX! software.
If you use the MAX! Radiator Thermostat in the MAX!
Room solution, you can individually change all settings
of your MAX! system (e.g. configuration of week pro-
grams) via the MAX! Wall Thermostat+.
Restore factory settings
13
restore factory settIngs
The factory settings of the MAX! Radiator Thermostat can be
restored manually. Restoring the factory settings deletes all
settings and information about taught-in devices.
Before restoring the factory settings of the MAX! Ra-
diator Thermostat, first delete the device from the
local MAX! software if you use the radiator thermo-
stat in connection with a MAX! Cube.
• Remove the batteries from the MAX! Radiator Thermostat.
• Press and hold down the Auto/Manu button, the control
wheel and the
button at the same time while insert-
ing the batteries.
• Once the factory settings have been restored successfully,
"rES" is displayed.
LED flashing sequences and transmission behaviour
14
leD flashIng sequences anD transmIssIon
behavIour
Error code on
the display
Description/
problem
Solution
Battery
symbol (
)
Battery voltage
too low
Replace batteries
F1
Valve drive sluggish
Check the installation; check
whether the pin on the heat-
ing valve is stuck
F2
Actuating range
too wide
Check the fastening of the
actuator
F3
Adjustment range
too small
Check the heating valve;
check whether the valve pin
is jammed
F4
Device already
taught-in to a MAX!
Cube or MAX! Wall
Thermostat+
Make sure the device is no
longer taught-in to the Cube
(in the software) or the Wall
Thermostat+ and perform a
reset. Then you can teach-in
the device again.
Slowly flash-
ing antenna
symbol(
)
Connection to
taught-in MAX!
components lost
Check the power supply and
the batteries of taught-in
MAX! components
dCE + quickly
flashing an-
tenna symbol
(
)
Duty cycle limit
reached
The device can resume radio
communication after a wait-
ing time of approx. one hour
LED flashing sequences and transmission behaviour
Error code on
the display
Description/
problem
Solution
LOC
Operating lock ac-
tivated
Deactivate the operating
lock (see sec. “11 Child safe-
guard/operating lock” on
page 22)
CAL
Routine descaling
is active
Automatic function
Battery sym-
bol + F9
Battery voltage too
low, valve moved to
error position
replace batteries of radiator
thermostat
Battery sym-
bol + 10
Battery voltage
much too low
replace batteries of radiator
thermostat
Syn
Attempts to syn-
chronize with
known MAX! de-
vices
/
trd
Transceiver module
defect
Replace device
tSd
Temperature sen-
sor defect or out of
range
replace device or operate
device in current tempera-
ture range
Maintenance and cleaning
15
maIntenance anD cleanIng
The product does not require any maintenance. Enlist
the help of an expert to carry out any repairs. Clean
the product using a soft, lint-free cloth that is clean
and dry. You may dampen the cloth a little with luke-
warm water in order to remove more stubborn marks.
Do not use any detergents containing solvents, as they
could corrode the plastic housing and label.
Information about radio operation
16
InformatIon about raDIo operatIon
Radio transmission is performed on a non-exclusive trans-
mission path, which means that there is a possibility of in-
terference occurring. Interference can also be caused by
switching operations, electrical motors or defective elec-
trical devices.
The range of transmission within buildings can differ
greatly from that available in the open air. Besides the
transmitting power and the reception characteristics
of the receiver, environmental factors such as humid-
ity in the vicinity have an important role to play, as do
on-site structural/screening conditions.
eQ-3 AG hereby declares that this device complies with the
essential requirements and other relevant regulations of Di-
rective 1999/5/EC. You can find the full declaration of con-
formity at www.eQ-3.de.
Device short description:
BC-RT-TRX-CyN
Supply voltage:
2x 1.5 V LR6/mignon/AA
Current consumption:
100 mA max.
Battery life:
2 years (typ.)
Display:
LCD
Radio frequency:
868.3 MHz
Typ. open area RF range:
> 100 m
Receiver category:
SRD category 2
Duty cycle:
< 1 % per h
Method of operation:
Type 1
Degree of protection:
IP20
Degree of pollution:
2
Ambient temperature:
0 to 50 °C
Dimensions (W x H x D):
55 x 60 x 102 mm
Weight:
160 g (not incl. batteries)
Connection:
M30 x 1.5 mm
Linear travel:
4.2 mm
Spring force:
80 N (typ.)
Subject to technical changes.
Max. number of devices to be taught-in:
MAX! House solution
• max. 50 devices in max. 10 rooms,
• max. 4 MAX! Eco Switch
• per room max. 8 MAX! Radiator Thermostats(+), 8 MAX!
Window Sensors and 1 MAX! Wall Thermostat+
MAX! Room solution:
• max. 1 MAX! Wall Thermostat+
• max. 8 MAX! Radiator Thermostats(+)
• max. 8 MAX! Window Sensors
Do not dispose of the device with regular
domestic waste!
Electronic equipment must be disposed of at local
collection points for waste electronic equipment in
compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive.
The CE sign is a free trading sign addressed exclu-
sively to the authorities and does not include any
warranty of any properties.
For technical support, please contact your retailer.
Bevollmächtigter des Herstellers:
Manufacturer’s authorised representative:
eQ-3 AG
Maiburger Straße 29
26789 Leer / GERMANY
www.eQ-3.de