Why does the thermostat never go to the correct setting?

Room Temperature Never Reaches the Thermostat Setting. A buildup of grime can cause inconsistencies between the temperature setting and the actual room temperature, so follow the above cleaning instructions before taking any additional steps.

How do you change the temperature on a thermostat?

• Set System switch to Off. Remove batteries and insert backward for five to ten seconds to reset thermostat. Replace batteries correctly: display should come on. Temperature display does not go lower than 45°F (7°C) or higher than 88°F (31°C) during programming. • Temperature limit setting is reached: range is 45°F to 88°F (7°C to 3TC).

Can a thermostat be influenced by direct sunlight?

You want the thermostat to sense room temperature and not be influenced by direct sunlight or other heat sources. Additionally, thermostats installed where direct sunlight can hit the thermostat is going to be a problem also.

Why does the thermostat on my furnace need to be adjusted?

If your gas- or oil-burning furnace cycles on and off too frequently or there are major swings in room temperature before the furnace goes on, the thermostat may just need a simple adjustment. To adjust the thermostat: 1 Remove the thermostat’s cover.

Do you need a thermostat to read the room temperature?

You want the thermostat to read the natural room temperature. This is very important as a thermostat installed on a wall that has high heat gain or heat loss will never offer you comfort as it will react mostly to the temperature of the wall and not the air in the living space.