Dometic Connect Essential CMC Thermostat | 9610007991 | RV-C

Modernize your RV's climate control with the Dometic Connect Essential RV-C and CMC Thermostat (Part #9610007991). This single- and multi-zone 12V DC digital thermostat is the backward-compatible replacement for older Dometic CCC2 thermostats — bringing a slim, modern design and intuitive operation to your existing Dometic air conditioning system.

A Direct, Backward-Compatible Replacement

The Connect Essential is designed as a drop-in replacement for Dometic CCC2 (Comfort Control Center 2) thermostats, including the Dometic 3314082.011 Comfort Control Center Thermostat (item #71167). If your old thermostat has failed or you simply want a cleaner, more capable control, this is the upgrade that works with your current setup rather than forcing a whole-system replacement.

⭐ Manages Multiple Heat Sources — Heat Pump + Furnace

Important capability: the Connect Essential can manage multiple heat sources simultaneously depending on protocol configuration:

• RV-C protocol: Heat pump AND furnace operation available
• CMC protocol: Heat strip AND furnace, OR heat pump AND furnace operation available

Refer to the installation manual for RV-C and CMC protocol configuration.

⭐ Automatic Heat Source Switchover

Meaningful smart operation: priority is given to heat pump or heat strip operation (if equipped) until the outdoor ambient temperature reaches near freezing — then the system automatically switches over to furnace operation (if equipped). Efficient use of electric heat when it's viable, propane backup when it's needed.

Single or Multi-Zone Control

Whether your rig has one AC zone or several, the Connect Essential handles it. Compatible with:

• Any Dometic air conditioner with pre-installed CCC2 electronic controls
• FreshJet 4 and FreshJet 5 units with pre-installed electronic controls

Meaningful flexibility for room-by-room comfort management from a single thermostat.

Full-Featured, Intuitive Operation

Soft-touch buttons and an easy-to-read digital display with cool white LED lighting make day-to-day adjustments simple. Six complete operation modes:

• Auto, Cool, Ventilation (Fan Only), Heat, Turbo, Dry

Control fan speed directly from the thermostat — Low / High / Turbo / Auto — and quickly drop the temperature using Turbo mode when you need fast cooling after a hot day on the road.

Fan Speed Behavior in Heat Mode

Fan speed selections in heat mode:

• Low / High / Turbo: Fan operates continuously at selected speed
• Auto (furnace): Fan is off — allows furnace to control airflow
• Auto (heat pump/heat strip): Fan cycles on/off, adjusting speed based on temperature difference

If you don't want additional indoor air circulation during furnace operation, select the Auto fan speed setting to turn off the fan.

Temperature Offset Configuration

The thermostat can be configured with a temperature offset ranging from 1 to 9 degrees — meaningful for fine-tuning temperature accuracy or matching a preferred reading. Refer to the installation manual for offset configuration.

Sleek, Modern Design

A slim profile and clean digital display give the Connect Essential a modern look that upgrades the appearance of your RV interior — not just its functionality.

Dimensions

• Height: 4-3/4"
• Width: 2-7/8"
• Depth: 1-1/8"

Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• Part Number: 9610007991
• Model: Connect Essential RV-C and CMC Thermostat
• Replaces: Dometic 3314082.011 (item #71167) and CCC2 thermostats

⚠️ Professional Installation Recommended

Installation involves 12V DC electrical wiring, integration with the Dometic AC control system, and RV-C or CMC protocol configuration. Installation should be performed by a qualified RV service technician.

Genuine Dometic OEM

Key Features

• Genuine Dometic OEM Connect Essential RV-C and CMC Thermostat
• Part number: 9610007991
• Single AND multi-zone 12V DC RV-C digital thermostat
• Backward-compatible CCC2 replacement — drop-in for older Dometic CCC2 thermostats
• ⭐ Manages heat pump AND furnace with RV-C protocol (or heat strip + furnace / heat pump + furnace with CMC protocol)
• ⭐ Automatic heat source switchover — heat pump/strip priority until outdoor temp near freezing, then auto-switch to furnace
• Soft-touch buttons and cool white LED digital display
• Six operation modes: Auto, Cool, Fan Only, Heat, Turbo, Dry
• Adjustable fan speed: Low / High / Turbo / Auto (behavior differs between furnace and heat pump/strip modes)
• Turbo mode for fast cool-down
• Temperature offset configurable 1-9 degrees
• Slim, modern design
• Compatible with: Dometic AC units with pre-installed CCC2 controls, plus FreshJet 4 & 5 with pre-installed electronic controls
• Replaces: Dometic 3314082.011 Comfort Control Thermostat (item #71167)

Specifications

• Brand: Dometic
• Model: Connect Essential RV-C and CMC Thermostat
• Part Number: 9610007991
• Type: Single/Multi-Zone 12V DC Digital Thermostat
• Display: Digital with cool white LED
• Operation Modes: Auto, Cool, Fan Only, Heat, Turbo, Dry
• Fan Speeds: Low, High, Turbo, Auto
• Heat Source Support: Heat pump AND furnace (RV-C protocol); heat strip AND furnace OR heat pump AND furnace (CMC protocol)
• Heat Source Priority: Heat pump / heat strip priority until outdoor temp near freezing, then automatic switchover to furnace
• Temperature Offset Range: 1-9 degrees (configurable)
• Compatibility: Dometic AC with pre-installed CCC2 controls; FreshJet 4 & 5 with pre-installed electronic controls
• Replaces: Dometic 3314082.011 (item #71167) and CCC2 thermostats
• Height: 4-3/4"
• Width: 2-7/8"
• Depth: 1-1/8"