Salus RT500RF Programmable Radio Frequency Room stat

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One of the biggest pros that the Salus RT500RF has over other thermostats on the market is the price. How much does the Salus RT500RF cost? For a first-timer, you should expect the installation to take somewhere in the region of 45-60 minutes. The biggest let down is the fact this is not a smart thermostat. Smart thermostats, although they’re a lot more expensive tend to allow more flexibility for your heating and hot water (especially in larger properties with zones), and that helps to improve efficiency. The Salus RT500RF is a wireless thermostat that allows for remote temperature control of your heating system. It has a clear digital display that shows the current temperature, and its intuitive interface makes it easy to program desired temperature settings. The thermostat is compatible with a variety of heating systems including gas, oil, and electric, and can be used with both underfloor heating and radiator systems. The wireless capability allows the thermostat to communicate with a receiver unit, which is connected to the heating system, up to a range of 30 meters. So, as a programmable room thermostat, the Salus RT500RF is a programmer and room thermostat wrapped into one. Salus RT500RF

If you're looking for even more control over your heating system then a smart thermostat is probably the best choice for your home. They may come at a slightly higher cost but you can control them from your smart device, adapt to your lifestyle and help you to save money on your heating bills. The RT500RF is full of features that will benefit your home but it's important to consider the potential downsides too before investing. Pros

Before we go into detail about the Salus RT500RF thermostat, we should find out exactly how a programmable room thermostat works. There’s also built-in start up programming. That means minimal time setting up the RT500RF wireless thermostat, as the built-in software does the majority of the work for you. Frost Protection

You should also avoid interference with the radio frequency by installing away from TVs, radios and computers. The Salus RT500RF is a great wireless programmable room thermostat. If you really want a wireless thermostat and have a small budget, this is one of the best and cheapest wireless thermostats on the market. Salus provide heating control solutions and have been doing so since 1974. Part of the Computime Group Ltd, based in Hong Kong, they distribute a wide range of heating control products to Europe, Asia and North America, including: If a wireless thermostat is on the same radio frequency as yours (for instance, your neighbour), they’ll effectively, be controlling your heating system. And some cheap wireless thermostats don’t have an option to switch this frequency. In this article, we're going to be looking at their RT500RF programmable radio thermostat to help you decide if it's the right thermostat for your home.One of the key features of the Salus RT500RF is its energy-saving capabilities. It has a built-in temperature sensor that monitors the room temperature and adjusts the heating accordingly, reducing energy wastage. The thermostat can also be programmed with custom schedules, ensuring that the heating system is only on when needed. If you work a 5 day week then your home heating requirements will differ from weekdays to weekends; with this Salus thermostat you can choose the 5/2 programming which allows you to set different requirements. These two elements work in harmony using a radio frequency (hence, the RF). 5/2 & 7 Day Programming This switches the heating on and off. The control centre will then operate the temperature sensing and control side of the thermostat.

When the frost protection mode is activated, the boilers temperature will be set automatically to 5 degrees. That’s just enough temperature to keep pipes from freezing and your boiler operational. That means you’ll be able to program your heating specifically for each day of the week, rather than a traditional thermostat/timer that only allows one timed program for heating and hot water. The Salus RT500RF is one of the cheaper thermostats available on the market, especially when compared to the likes of Nest, Hive and Honeywell. Thanks to the Salus RT500RF featuring frost protection, you won't have to worry about the pipes freezing as when it's activated your boiler will be kept to 5 degrees when the heating isn't in use. This is just enough to prevent freezing and won't have a huge affect on your heating bills. LCD Display There are lots of cheap and efficient wireless programmable room thermostats on the market, and the Salus RT500RF is one of the very best.There's also 7 day programming if you'd like your heating system to automatically operate in the same way every day. Frost Protection And, although their products are usually pitched against the likes of Honeywell, the comparable products from Salus tend to be a lot cheaper.

Senses the air temperature in the room and switches the heating on when the temperature drops below the thermostat setting. Once that temperature has been reached, the heating will turn off. It's best to install in a reasonably lit area away from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight or draughts; The cold winter months are when your boiler is at its most vulnerable. Cold temperatures can lead to pipes freezing (condensate pipes are at most risk), which can lead to your boiler breaking down and a potentially hefty repair bill. Allows you to choose the times that you want the heating to automatically switch on as well as the temperature you'd like the room to reach. You'll be able to select different temperatures for different times and days of the week to suit your habits. Room thermostat The latest model in the RT range of Salus thermostats is the Salus RT520RF. If your decision making comes down to the RT500 or RT520, we would recommend investing in the RT520 as it's much more intuitive and boasts a range of efficiency functions. What is a programmable room thermostat?The Salus RT500 thermostat comes as a wireless or wired model, with the wireless model being able to simply sit straight onto the wall. A rather large 30 metre transmitter range gives you lots of flexibility when it comes to finding a place to install the thermostat. When planning the installation of a Salus thermostat, the factors following will have be taken into account: There are more expensive brands on the market. For instance, Honeywell offer a tonne of wireless thermostats. But, they’re typically a lot more expensive than the equivelent Salus stat.