If your white Rodgers thermostat is not working, you should check the HVAC unit, the power supply and the thermostat wires. You should test the cool and heat mode of the thermostat. We will thoroughly discuss how to troubleshoot your White Rodgers thermostat if it stops working.
A step-by-step guide to fixing your thermostat
There is no need to worry if your thermostat stops working because the problem can be minor, and the solutions are quick and easy. You don’t need to contact the support personnel and troubleshoot the issue on your own.
Install your thermostat again
You probably have made a mistake if you have just installed your thermostat. Insert the batteries and check the wires if they are connected correctly. Here is how you set it up:
If your White Rodgers thermostat is a basic model, follow these steps:
Toggle heat or cool switch > PRGM > Set the desired temperature > Set the time > PRGM > Schedule for following days> Run.
If your White Rodgers thermostat is a touchscreen model, the procedure is:
Go to “System” > Choose mode (Heat or Cool) > Menu > Set schedule > Set time and temperature > Set schedule > Go to Advanced days and follow the last three steps > Run Schedule.
Check the temperature
If there is no installation problem, you need to check that there is no mistake from your side. The thermostat may look like it is not working, but the actual problem is that you have improperly set the temperature.
Suppose the temperature of your thermostat is equal to room temperature. Then even though it may appear that it is not operating, the actual problem is on your end.
If this is the case, you should look at your thermostat’s steady and blinking numbers. The former is the set temperature, while the latter is the temperature in your room. You should then adjust the temperature accordingly.
Check the power supply
If that is not the issue, you should check the HVAC unit and the power supply and switch them back on if they are turned off. If necessary, clean or replace. Take appropriate measures to avoid injury. If you are unsure, get professional guidance.
If a power outage occurs and your thermostat stops operating, you must wait for it to reset. If it doesn’t, you’ll have to reset it manually. We shall go over this process in detail later.
Check the fuses or circuit breakers
When the thermostat suddenly stops working, the turned-off circuit breaker or a blown fuse is probably causing the problem. Circuit breakers are often tripped due to a short circuit, a ground fault, or an overloaded circuit.
The problem can be solved by replacing the blown fuse or resetting the circuit breaker.
Test the Cooling and Heating function
Follow this procedure:
Switch the mode to “Heat”. Increase the temperature above the room temperature. If you hear a click, the device has no problem. Follow the same process for the “Cool” mode, and you should listen for a click. If not, then reset your thermostat. You’ll have to call the support team to service your HVAC system if this doesn’t work.
Check the battery
If your White Rodgers battery is powered by a battery, the battery may be low or dead. Check the battery bars and replace the batteries if the battery is low or the screen turns blank. The following batteries are needed for certain models:
1F80-51 model: 3 AA batteries 1F72 model: 2 AAA batteries
Check the thermostat’s wiring
If your thermostat is hardwired, the problem might be the damaged wiring in the device, which is caused by overheating and voltage spikes. Damaged wiring can cause the thermostat to malfunction or possibly cease operating entirely. So, if you find the wiring faulty, call an electrician to help you resolve the problem.
Reset your thermostat
There are several techniques for resetting all White Rodgers thermostat models:
Classic 80 and 70 series: Hold the “time” up and down buttons simultaneously for a short period. The screen becomes black before reappearing. Let go of the controls. Emerson 80 series: Hold the “Menu” and “Backlight” buttons for 10 seconds. Once the screen returns, release the button. 90-series: Remove the faceplate and press the “reset” button for 5 seconds. When the icons flash, let go of the hold and replace the faceplate. Blue Series 2”: Press and hold the “PGRM” up and down buttons together until the screen goes blank and returns. Blue Series 4” and 6”: Press and hold the “Fan” up and down buttons together until the screen returns.
These are the solutions you can follow to fix your White Rodgers thermostat. Hopefully, it was helpful to you. However, if none of the above works for you, contact the White Rodgers support team or an HVAC technician, and they can fix the thermostat.
Q1. What will happen if I reset my White Rodgers thermostat?
Ans. All the data is removed, and you must program the thermostat again.
Q2. How long do Whiter Rodgers thermostats last?
Ans. About 10-12 years. It may last for 15 years in some rare cases.
