Why is my Ecobee thermostat not accurate?

If your Ecobee sensor is not displaying the correct temperature, it is likely that it either needs to be recalibrated, is not properly placed, or needs to have the batteries replaced in the device. You can check the status of the sensor from your thermostat or accompanying smartphone app.
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Is there a way to calibrate Ecobee thermostat?

Go to the menu on your Ecobee screen. Select 'Installation settings' from the 'Settings' menu. Now go to 'Thresholds' and select 'Temperature Correction'. You can adjust the temperature to what you see fit.
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Are ecobee thermostats accurate?

The ecobee temperature sensor has a +/- 1.0F accuracy and is programmed to provide readings every 15 seconds. It will use the previous two values and average them into the current reading.
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How long does it take for ecobee thermostat to calibrate?

“Calibrating” means that the Ecobee thermostat sensor is measuring the current indoor temperature. This process takes 5-20 minutes. Ecobee calibrates after it's initially installed and any time it reboots.
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How do you adjust the ecobee sensor?

Tap Sensors. Tap the Arrow next to your ecobee Sensor name.
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How to Access & Adjust Comfort Settings
  1. Wake up your ecobee Smart Thermostat, then tap Menu.
  2. Tap Comfort Settings.
  3. Select the Comfort Setting you wish to customize.
  4. Tap the temperature controls to open them.
  5. Adjust to the desired temperature, then tap Save.
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Do ecobee sensors really work?

The sensors really work. We use the follow me feature and every room that is occupied is the temp we set. Pros: It works, it is fun, and saves on energy costs! Another pro is the sensors! I have sensors all over my house and use them to help get the most accurate average temperature reading of my house.
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What is Auto setting on ecobee?

In Auto mode, the thermostat will engage both your heating or cooling as necessary. This mode is most useful if you live in a region where the temperature fluctuates regularly or you're in the middle of a season change and you may need both heating and cooling at different times during the day.
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How do I troubleshoot my Ecobee thermostat?

Check for the following:
  1. A tripped circuit. Check your breaker box to ensure that the circuit powering the furnace isn't tripped. ...
  2. A blown fuse on the furnace control board. ...
  3. A tripped high-limit temperature sensor. ...
  4. A tripped float switch.
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How do I reset my Ecobee thermostat?

1 Factory Reset
  1. From the Home screen, press Menu.
  2. Select Settings.
  3. Go to Reset.
  4. Choose Reset All Settings then confirm your selection by pressing Yes.
  5. Choose the reset option that suits your needs: ...
  6. The ecobee thermostat will be reset to factory defaults.
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What does calibrate mean on a thermostat?

Proper calibration ensures that this sensor correctly reads your home's temperature. The process involves matching adjusting the control element's reading to the room's temperature. You can check your thermostat's calibration with a room thermometer. Place the thermometer a few inches away from your thermostat.
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What happens if you reset your ecobee?

Reset All. If you choose to "Reset All," your ecobee will be wiped clean and returned to factory settings. Your ecobee account will be deleted, as will your schedule, preferences, and equipment configuration. You will need to set up your ecobee from scratch once again.
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How do I know if my Ecobee thermostat is working?

To access the “Test Equipment” setting on your ecobee thermostat, tap on Menu > Settings > Installation Settings > Test Equipment. Tap on “Test Equipment”, then tap “OK” to confirm.
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What is RC and RH on ecobee?

With dual-transformer systems you'll have two R wires—one from the cooling transformer (Rc) and one from the heating transformer (Rh). Learn how to install an ecobee thermostat in a dual-transformer system. Rc. If you don't have an Rh wire, Rc serves as both the cooling and heating power wire.
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How long do ecobee thermostats last?

Ecobee thermostats can last up to ten years, but of course, how long they last depend on how frequently you use them.
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Why is my ecobee blowing cold air on heat?

Check Your ecobee Wiring

As smart as your ecobee is, if you've got the wrong wiring, your hot air settings could blow cold air instead. The best way to ensure that your ecobee is wired properly is to make sure a professional handles the job.
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Should my ecobee be on cool or auto?

Auto mode on your ecobee thermostat is great for maintaining a comfortable home temperature in milder climates or in-between heating and cooling seasons. While on this system mode, the ecobee will display two set points—one for heating and one for cooling.
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What is the best differential setting for thermostat?

To optimize both temperature- and humidity-comfort control, and to protect against excessive equipment cycling, the cooling differential should be between 0.8°F and 2°F; the heating differential should be between 0.5°F and 1°F. A heating differential below 0.5°F is too narrow and causes excessive cycles.
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How many minutes per hour should I run my HVAC fan?

Most systems should run about 2-3 cycles per hour. How long should the furnace or AC run in a given cycle? Typically 10-15 minutes in mild weather. The closer you get to the max design temperature in heating (0 Degrees) or cooling (90 Degrees) the longer the run cycle will be.
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Where is the best place to put the ecobee Smart Sensor?

ecobee recommends placing the sensors about 5 feet high for optimal temperature measurement. For optimal motion detection, sensors should be aimed at doorways and seating areas. The sensors should be oriented so that the little bee is facing up and to the right (just like the picture below).
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How does ecobee know a room is occupied?

Both the Ecobee Room Sensors and the newer Smart Sensors can detect motion and become occupied when using one of the smart modes. The thermostat itself also measures room occupancy. It works similarly to the remote sensors.
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Can you reset ecobee sensors?

1 Factory Reset

Remove the circular backing from the back of the sensor. Remove the battery from the battery slot. Gently lift the prongs in the middle of the battery slot with your index fingernail. Place the battery back into the battery slot with the positive side facing down for 30 seconds.
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What is the difference between Y1 and Y2 on a thermostat?

Y1 controls your compressor in heat pump systems. Y2 controls the second stage of a two-stage compressor, which allows for different levels of heating and cooling.
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Why are jumpers W1 and W2?

It just means the contactor/compressor is turning on. Whether that is heat or cool is actually dictated by whether or not the O/B terminal is energized. That is why, on many old thermostats, you would jumper Y1 and W1 in a heat pump application. W2 – Means second-stage heat.
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Does ecobee control fan speed?

Setting Fan Speed

You can adjust your fan's speeds settings via the System menu. On the thermostat screen, tap the Main Menu icon and then tap System. From here, tap Fan Speed to adjust the fan speed setting: Optimized will automatically adjust the fan speed heating/cooling/fan calls.
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How do I reset my thermostat?

Here are the step-by-step reset instructions:
  1. Turn your thermostat off by switching it to the off position.
  2. Find the breaker that powers your HVAC system and turn it off.
  3. Wait 30 seconds and turn the breaker back on.
  4. Turn your thermostat back on.
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