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July 19, 2004 -- Invensys Climate Controls Americas Robertshaw® I-Series thermostats incorporate several features to benefit the contractor, mainly by saving time at installation. In the eyes of the manufacturer, installation is a snap because all units incorporate a two-piece design. There are "no complicated sub-bases to stock or install. All products incorporate quick-wire terminal blocks rather than wrap-around screws for faster, more secure connections," said Debra Reaves, industry manager, Heating, Invensys Climate Controls Americas. "The 9800i and 9900i series serve the purpose of two controls. The 9900i eliminates the need for installation of a separate control for fresh air. Installing one control instead of two saves time and money at installation." One contractor-judge simply remarked, "Nice stat. I love the menu-driven programming." Given the wide use of mobile phones and the general acceptance of menu-driven programming for these devices, Invensys said it makes sense to place a menu-driven programming scheme in its I-Series. "The menu-driven design allows the contractor to access installer menus and set up the thermostat and programming without the need for a manual or complicated set-up codes," said Reaves. In the eyes of the contractor-judges, the product has plenty of selling points. For instance, automatic service reminders have been incorporated into the thermostat. Installers can program their company's name and phone number right into the thermostat. The service reminder can also be set in calendar days or run time. When that time frame is reached, a pop-up screen on the thermostat tells the homeowner to call the contractor for service.
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