STELPRO SIBTE12C Built-In Electronic Thermostat For Brava and Prime Electric Baseboard Owner’s Manual
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
Before installing or using this product, you must read and understand these instructions. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for anything, and the warranty will not be valid if the installer and user do not follow these instructions. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in bodily harm, property damage, serious injury and potentially fatal electric shock.
The thermostat must be installed by a certified electrician.
WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE. Turn off the power supply before installation and maintenance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION
- PREPARE THE BASEBOARD
WARNING: Turn off the power supply. Do not install the thermostat in a position other than that indicated in this guide.- INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSChoose which side of the baseboard to install the thermostat. The connection must be made in the same junction box as the power supply.
- Remove the front panel. Refer to the baseboard instructions for more details.
- Unscrew the front cover of the junction box [A] and remove it.
- Remove the knockouts [B] with a hammer and a screwdriver.
- ASSEMBLE THE THERMOSTAT
- Attach the thermostat using the screws provided.
- To ensure proper grounding and heat transfer, make sure the thermostat is screwed in securely and is in contact with the junction box cover.
- CONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY WIRES
Complete the thermostat’s electrical connection according to one of the diagrams below. Tighten the wires securely in the supplied connection caps.
WARNING: Be sure to connect the wire colours as shown in the diagrams when making electrical connections.
- INSTALL THE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Install the temperature sensor [A] as shown, making sure it is firmly seated at the bottom of the groove.
- INSTALL THE INTERFACE
- Make sure surfaces are clean and dry. Position the interface so that the numbers face in the correct direction, as shown.
- Remove the adhesive protection on the back of the interface.
- Insert the connector into the opening. Clip the interface into place and press firmly so that the adhesive sticks to the surface.
- Clip the interface connector into the thermostat connector.
- Push all the wires into the junction box while closing it. Make sure the wires and tape are not tangled.
- Screw the junction box cover back on, then replace the front panel.
- Restore the power supply.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3 BUTTONS TO CONTROL THE TEMPERATURE
INITIAL SETTING
Once installation is complete, you must configure your thermostat according to your baseboard model.
| BASEBOARDS | MODEL F (Fahrenheit) | MODEL C (Celsius) | INDICATOR LIGHTS |
|
BRAVA* | Press simultaneously
| Press simultaneously
| Purple |
|
PRIMA | Press simultaneously
| Press simultaneously
| Light blue |
* By default, the thermostat is set up for the BRAVA baseboard.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
The indicator lights provide feedback on your comfort choices and other advanced features.
| COLOUR | DESCRIPTION | TEMPERATURE MODEL F (Fahrenheit) MODEL C (Celsius) | |
| BLUE | Freeze protection | 41°F | 5°C |
| GREEN | Energy saving | 42°F to 66°F | 6°C to 19°C |
| GREEN TO ORANGE | Eco-comfort balance | 67°F to 74°F | 20°C to 23°C |
| RED | Optimal comfort | 75°F to 86°F | 24°C to 30°C |
| FLASHING RED | The baseboard has overheated, and heating has been switched off. After four minutes, the indicator lights will turn off. Heating will be restored. If the indicator lights flash repeatedly, make sure nothing is obstructing the baseboard. Otherwise, contact °STELPRO. | ||
| FLASHING YELLOW | The baseboard isn’t operating due to a problem with the temperature sensor. Please contact °STELPRO. | ||
| FLASHING WHITE | Lock/unlock feature. See the section below. | ||
ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE
Here are some examples of how to use the three buttons on the thermostat to adjust the setpoint temperature.
| DESIRED TEMPERATURE | PRESS | INDICATOR LIGHTS |
| 72 °F* |  | Orange |
| 67 °F* |  | Green |
| 41 °F* Freeze protection |  | Blue |
Celsius version on the back.
LOCK/UNLOCK FEATURE
| PRESS | INDICATOR LIGHTS | |
| LOCK | Press simultaneously
| After 3 sec., 3 white flashes |
| UNLOCK | After 3 sec., display of the current setpoint color | |
| When an attempt is made to change the setpoint while in lock mode, the indicator lights will flash white three times. | ||
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| VERSION | VOLTAGE AND LOAD | VOLTAGE RATING | ||
| PRODUCT CODE | CELSIUS (°C) OR FAHRENHEIT (°F) | SUPPLY VOLTAGE (VAC) | LOAD (W) | OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY |
| SIBTE12C | °C | 120-240 | 300-2500 | II (1500V) |
| SIBTE12F | °F | |||
| SIBTE13C | °C | 277-347 | III (2500V) | |
| SIBTE13F | °F | |||
| Built-in control device | |
| Thermistor used as a sensor, carries no charging current | |
| Class A software | |
| Enclosure protection rating | IP20 |
| Power supply type | Device designed for alternating current only |
| Load control type | Resistive |
| Action | Type 1.Y |
| Pollution level | 2 |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Overload protection device external to the control | Circuit breaker (refer to local electrical code) |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F) |
| Storage temperature | -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
LIMITED °STELPRO WARRANTY
Limited three-year warranty. See details on www.stelpro.com
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
One (1) thermostat, one (1) control interface, two (2) screws, three (3) twist-on wire connector
MATERIAL REQUIRED
Hammer, #2 Phillips 
or #2 Robertson 
screwdriver
STELPRO DESIGN INC
Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec, Canada, J3V 6L7
