Braeburn 2020NC Programmable Thermostat User Guide
Quick guide for the Braeburn 2020NC 5-2 Day Programmable Thermostat. Includes wiring terminal designations, technical specifications, compatibility, and key features.
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The Braeburn 2020NC is a 5-2 day programmable thermostat designed for single-stage heating and cooling systems. It features a large blue backlit display, adjustable temperature limits, and adaptive recovery mode (ARM). The unit can be powered by 24V AC or two AA alkaline batteries.

Technical Specifications
- Dimensions: 3.62” x 4.72” x 1.38”
- Power: 24V AC (18-30V AC) or 3.0V DC (2 AA batteries)
- Control Range: 45° to 90° F (7° to 32° C)
- Display Range: 40° to 99° F (5° to 37° C)
- Accuracy: +/- 1° F (+/- .5° C)
- Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% relative humidity
Wiring and Terminal Designations
The thermostat uses the following terminal designations for system connection:

- Rh: Heat 24 Volt AC Transformer
- Rc: Cool 24 Volt AC Transformer
- O: Reversing Valve Cool Active
- B: Reversing Valve Heat Active
- Y1: Cool Control
- W1: Heat Control
- G: Fan Control
- C: Transformer Common
Compatibility
This thermostat is compatible with the following systems:
- Single stage gas, oil, or electric heating/cooling systems
- Single stage heat pump systems
- 250mv – 750mv millivolt heating systems
Accessories
Available accessories for this model include:
- 2950 Universal Wall Plate (6.5” x 6.5” x .125”)
- 5970 Universal Thermostat Guard
Manufacturer information
Braeburn Systems LLC
Practical help
Before use
- Verify system compatibility (single stage gas, oil, electric, or heat pump)
- Ensure 24V AC power or 2x AA batteries are available
- Check wiring against terminal designations (Rh, Rc, O, B, Y1, W1, G, C)
- Ensure the thermostat is mounted to a horizontal junction box
Specs in practice
- Control Range
- The temperature range the thermostat can maintain (45° to 90° F)
- Electric Rating
- 1 amp maximum load per terminal, 3 amp total maximum load
- Temperature Differential
- Adjustable settings for 1st and 2nd stage heating/cooling cycles
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