Trouble Shooting Poor Temperature Regulation

This page lists problems that may affect the temperature performance of your Lux programmable thermostat with suggested resolutions.
 

For more detailed information please refer to the instructions that came with your thermostat.

Those instructions can be viewed in PDF format here.

 

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  TEMP REGULATION
Model LV1
Description  
Heats more than 5 degrees past its displayed
set temperature
  1. Verify that your thermostats electrical connections are clean and tight.
  2. Verify that your units placement and mounting are optimum per the installation section of it's manual.
  3. Replace unit. There are no user serviceable parts
   
No heat when expected.
  1. Refer to wiring to verify that it is according to the unit's wiring diagram. Verify that all connections are to your thermostat are clean and tight.
  2. If room temperature is greater than 90F the unit will not close it's switch and call for heat.
  3. Rotate the dial to its highest setting. Heat should operate immediately.
   
Heat Test
  1. Slowly rotate the dial toward its lowest setting. Listen carefully for a small click near room temperature. When it is heard, the unit should switch off heat immediately.
   
Advanced Trouble Shooting
  1. This thermostat is designed to switch hazardous voltage. Qualified service personnel may use the following information to trouble shoot the system.
  2. The LV1 uses a normally open single pole snap-action switch to control a heating system. It should open when hotter than its set temperature, close when cooler than its set temperature.
   
 
  1. Contact your HVAC service company or our
    Technical Assistance Line if not resolved.