How Do You Replace The Thermostat In An Air Conditioner?
You can save up to 33 percent on your home utility bills when you switch to a programmable air conditioner thermostat. With a programmable AC thermostat, you can instruct the air conditioner when to save energy and when to cool your house, ultimately saving money because you only use energy when you need it. To enjoy these energy savings, you need to replace the old thermostat with a more efficient programmable air conditioner thermostat. With the power off (see “Tips”), take your existing air conditioner thermostat off the wall. The front part of the thermostat snaps off, revealing a base that mounts to the wall. Unscrew the screws holding the base on the wall and let your thermostat hang against the wall while you remove the wiring. Look on the back of your thermostat to find the wiring terminals, which is where the air conditioner wires run into your thermostat. Loosen the screws on the terminals and gently pull the wires out of the terminals. Set your old thermostat to the side. Ho
