Overview
A thermostat is the device that allows you set the desired room temperature that you want your home heating or air conditioning system to run at.
A Programmable Thermostat is a type of thermostat that allows you to select what temperature settings that you want for certain times of the day, and for some models, what days of the week.
So for example, in the wintertime you can program your Programmable Thermostat to automatically lower the temperature when you leave your home, and then automatically start to warm it back up just before you get home. And similarly, in the summertime it can automatically control temperature changes for your air conditioning system.
By automatically turning down heating and air conditioning at night, you can potentially save up to 20-30% on your heating and cooling bills.
Routine Care
Replace batteries and check time clock
Ensuring proper operation of programmable thermostats helps to maximize energy savings.
Timing: September (yearly)
How To
According to your manufacturer’s recommendation, open the unit and replace the
battery with a new one. Check the clock to make sure it is showing the correct time.
Benefits
The benefits of this task are the convenience of having your automatic thermostat operating properly without interruption, which helps maximize energy savings.
Costs
The cost of this task is very low. It is estimated that this task should only take about 30 minutes to complete, and the task is relatively easy to do. No specialized tools are required, but you will have needed to purchase the appropriate battery for your unit in advance
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