White Rodgers 1C21 installation instructions Troubleshooting

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7 TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom

Possible Cause

Corrective Action

No Cool

1.

Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.

Replace fuse or reset breaker.

 

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.

 

4.

Loose connection to thermostat or system.

Verify thermostat and system wires are securely

 

 

 

attached.

 

5.

Thermostat or cooling system requires

Your cooling system manufacturer or service

 

 

replacement or service.

person can describe how to test the cooling

 

 

 

system to verify it is operating correctly. If the

 

 

 

cooling system is capable of operation and the no

 

 

 

cooling condition persists, replace the thermostat.

 

 

 

 

 

Cool Runs Constantly

1.

Possible short in wiring.

Check each wire connection to the thermostat to

 

2.

Possible short in thermostat.

verify it is neatly looped under the terminals. No

 

 

 

extra wire should stick out from under the

 

 

 

terminals.

 

 

 

 

 

Cooling Cycles Too Fast or Too Slow

1.

Poor thermostat location for sensing room

The cycle rate for cooling can not be adjusted.

(narrow or wide temperature swing)

 

temperature.

The location of the thermostat, size of the Cool

 

2.

Cooling system over or undersized.

system and current draw can influence the cycle

 

3.

Excessive Current draw influencing thermostat.

rate. Contact a local service person for suggestions.

 

 

 

 

 

Thermostat Setting and Thermostat

1.

Thermostat thermometer setting requires

The thermometer can be adjusted by using a

Thermometer Disagree

 

adjustment.

standard slotted screwdriver. Turn the thermom-

 

2.

Thermostat setting lever requires calibration.

eter pointer screw located inside the front cover

 

 

 

to change the setting. For calibrating the setting

 

 

 

lever contact a local heating and cooling service

 

 

 

person.

 

 

 

 

Adjusting Thermometer

1.

Thermostat thermometer disagrees with

The thermometer on the thermostat is accurately

 

 

other room thermometers.

calibrated at our factory but you can adjusted it

 

 

 

by using a standard slotted screwdriver. Turn the

 

 

 

thermometer pointer screw located inside the

 

 

 

front cover to change the setting.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Preparations ContentsThermostat Features Your Thermostat ReplacesMounting and Wiring SpecificationsNEW Thermostat Operation Troubleshooting Emerson Electric Co White-Rodgers is a division

1C21 specifications

The White Rodgers 1C21 is a well-regarded thermostat designed for residential heating and cooling systems. It is known for its reliable performance and user-friendly interface. The 1C21 model offers a blend of essential features and cutting-edge technologies, making it a popular choice among homeowners looking for an efficient climate control solution.

One of the key features of the White Rodgers 1C21 is its easy-to-read digital display, which allows users to monitor and adjust the temperature effortlessly. The display provides clear readouts, making it simple to ensure that the indoor environment is comfortable. Moreover, this thermostat is compatible with a variety of heating and cooling systems. It works seamlessly with gas, oil, and electric heating units, as well as central air conditioning systems, ensuring versatility for diverse home setups.

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