HVAC Gurus - PTAC Controls

[wilnj]

I just moved into an apartment. I knew it had PTAC units which aren’t my favorite, specifically Model No. PTH093G25AXXXGA

I pay for electric so I’m looking to be efficient in their use. This is the control panel.



I’ve researched and I know my options are limited, but I am looking to see if I can install an external thermostat with at least a few programmable options, such as an occupied and unoccupied mode that I can schedule.

I really don’t want to run surface mounted wiring, nor do I want to be cutting up walls and fishing wires to an appropriate location for a thermostat.

Does anyone know of a stable and affordable wireless option? I believe I will need to install a wireless transmitter as this model does not have that cap capability built-in. But I have two of these and don’t want to spend a fortune on something. I may only be in for 15 months.

[A930Rocket]

I’ve seen a remote thermostat, but I haven’t found a programmable thermostat.

https://www.amana-ptac.com/products/eden-accessories/remote-thermostat

https://www.amana-ptac.com/products/eden-accessories/gateway-antenna

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gmw9iCBKZU

[wilnj]

Yes, if I’m going to do anything I need the daytime setback. Without that, it’s not worth the trouble.

[billybek]

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Not sure if the link will work.
https://hvacdirect.com/media/hvac/pdf/AMANA-PTAC-Service.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOopYTteVzEifA1fb25EPTajHhk jdN41jxqDO8JhzOLxKfa8byq3H

[Zeke]

If you want to buy your own t-stat and install it, you should find the multi wire cable right there where the existing t-stat is. The wiring color code is industry wide standard. I have a Honeywell unit that came with all the programming you want plus a remote. I hardly ever use the remote. It was pricey but I wanted one that does not support wi fi.

You might want wi fi as that is your remote.

[wilnj]

Originally Posted by Zeke

If you want to buy your own t-stat and install it, you should find the multi wire cable right there where the existing t-stat is. The wiring color code is industry wide standard. I have a Honeywell unit that came with all the programming you want plus a remote. I hardly ever use the remote. It was pricey but I wanted one that does not support wi fi.

You might want wi fi as that is your remote.

There is no wall mounted stat. Just the built in controls on the PTAC.

[Zeke]

Well I guess invading the internals of your unit is not ideal especially since it's not yours. I hope there's something you can do. The manufacturer should have built in at least the basic set back function.