How Do You Test A Home Thermostat?
Home thermostats turn on your heating or air conditioning unit when the home reaches a pre-determined temperature. Figuring out if your home thermostat is malfunctioning can save you calling a service technician. By following basic procedure, you can check the thermostat to determine if any heating or air conditioning problems lie with the thermostat or elsewhere with your system. Turn off both the thermostat and the furnace. Cutting power to both will eliminate any electrical safety issues. Remove thermostat cover from thermostat. Remove thermostat from wall. Check that all wires on the thermostat are tight (four or eight wires are common). Be sure the thermostat unit is clean and dust-free. Use a small level to ensure unit is level when in wall. Unlevel thermostats can malfunction. If leveling must be done, If leveling is needed, adjust mounting screws. Use brush to clean all wires and pieces. Remove wires from the thermostat. Make sure you have enough wire exposed after unscrewing e
