White Rodgers 1F87-361 Troubleshooting, Enter Cooling Program, Reset Operation, Batteries

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NOTE

If you are programming your thermostat for the first time and you want programming for all days of the week to be the same as Monday's program, press RUN or HOLD at this point, and proceed to Enter Cooling Program. (This simplified COPY DAY feature only works the first time you program your thermo- stat. If you want to copy one day's programming to a specific day programming, refer to COPY DAY FUNCTION in OPERATING FEATURES. If you are changing your thermostat's program- ming, you must program each day separately.)

8.Press HOLD once. “TU” (indicating Tuesday program) will appear in the display, along with the start time for the 1st heating period and the currently programmed temperature.

9.Repeat steps 3 through 7 to complete Tuesday's heating programming.

10.Continue entering each day's programming until all heating periods time and temperatures have been entered.

11.When you have completed entering your heating program, press RUN.

Enter Cooling Program

▲! CAUTION

If the outside temperature is below 50°F, disconnect power to the cooling system before programming. Energizing the air conditioner compressor during cold weather may cause personal injury or property damage.

1.Move SYSTEM switch to COOL position.

2.Follow the procedure for entering your cooling program, using your selected cooling times and temperatures.

CHECK YOUR PROGRAMMING

Follow these steps to check your thermostat programming one final time before beginning thermostat operation.

1.Move SYSTEM switch to HEAT position.

2.Press PRGM to view the 1st Monday heating period time and temperature. Each time you press PRGM, the next heating period time and temperature will be displayed in sequence for Monday. Press HOLD to display Tuesday's 1st heating period, and press PRGM to view each of the remaining Tuesday's heating period time and temperatures. To view each day's heating program, press HOLD to change day and them press PRGM to look at each programming period for the day. (You may change any time or temperature during this procedure.)

3.Press RUN.

4.Move SYSTEM switch to COOL position.

5.Repeat step 2 to check cooling program.

6.Move SYSTEM switch to HEAT or COOL and press RUN to begin program operation.

YOUR THERMOSTAT IS NOW COMPLETELY PROGRAMMED AND READY TO PROVIDE MAXIMUM COMFORT AND EFFICIENCY!

Reset Operation

If a voltage spike or static discharge blanks out the display or causes erratic thermostat operation you can reset the thermo-

stat by pressing , and TIME at the same time. This also resets the factory defaults to the configuration menu and

TROUBLESHOOTING

program. If the thermostat has power, has been reset and still does not function correctly contact your heating/cooling ser- vice person or place of purchase.

Batteries

For optimum performance, we recommend replacing batteries once a year with fresh "AA" Energizer® alkaline batteries.

Symptom

Possible Cause

Corrective Action

No Heat/No Cool/No Fan

1. Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.

Replace fuse or reset breaker.

(common problems)

2. Furnace power switch to OFF.

Turn switch to ON.

 

3. Furnace blower compartment door or

Replace door panel in proper position to engage

 

panel loose or not properly installed.

safety interlock or door switch.

 

 

 

No Heat

1. Pilot light not lit.

Re-light pilot.

 

2. SYSTEM Switch not set to HEAT.

Set SYSTEM Switch to Heat and raise setpoint

 

 

above room temperature.

 

3. Loose connection to thermostat or system.

Verify thermostat and system wires are securely

 

 

attached.

 

4. Furnace Lock-Out Condition. Heat may also

Many furnaces have safety devices that shut the

 

be intermittent.

system down when a lock-out condition occurs.

 

 

If the heat works intermittently contact the furnace

 

 

manufacturer or local service person for assistance.

 

5. Heating System requires service or

Diagnostic: Set SYSTEM Switch to HEAT and

 

thermostat requires replacement.

raise the setpoint above room temperature. Within

 

 

a few seconds the thermostat should make a soft

 

 

click sound. This sound usually indicates the

 

 

thermostat is operating properly. If the thermostat

 

 

does not click, try the reset operation listed above.

 

 

If the thermostat does not click after being reset

 

 

contact your heating and cooling service person or

 

 

place of purchase for a replacement. If the

 

 

thermostat clicks, contact the furnace manufacturer

 

 

or a service person to verify the heating system is

 

 

operating correctly.

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Contents Specifications PrecautionsDescription Check Thermostat Operation InstallationRemove OLD Thermostat Attach Thermostat Base to WallCooling System Heating SystemDisplay Configuration MenuThermostat Buttons and Switches OperationConfiguration Menu Operating FeaturesProgramming Your Thermostat Set Current Time and Day Planning Your ProgramEntering Your Program Enter Heating ProgramEnter Cooling Program TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Reset OperationClock Loses or Gains Time No CoolHeat, Cool or Fan Runs Constantly Disagree

1F87-361 specifications

The White Rodgers 1F87-361 is a distinguished programmable thermostat designed to enhance energy efficiency and comfort in residential heating and cooling systems. With a user-friendly interface and a range of advanced features, this device stands out in the marketplace for its reliability and ease of use.

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In conclusion, the White Rodgers 1F87-361 programmable thermostat combines advanced technology with user-friendly features to provide an optimal heating and cooling experience. Its programmable scheduling, adaptive recovery, and user-friendly design make it a valuable addition to any home seeking enhanced energy efficiency and comfort.
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