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Call for heat while in Cool Mode

Mike681
Community Member

My Gen 3 Nest Learning Thermostat sends a constant heat call to my heating system when in Cool mode.

I assume this means my 1 yo Nest has developed a serious problem.  Any thoughts before I drop more $ on a new Nest?

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zoeuvre
Community Specialist
Community Specialist

Hi Mike681, 

 

Oh no! Sorry to hear about that. Let me take a look at this for you. A few questions: 

 

  1. Did you try using the Help Center or troubleshooter before contacting support? If so, which steps have you tried already?
  2. When did cooling last work?
    1. If newly installed
      • Check compatibility using the Compatibility Checker tool.
      • Gather all details of the old thermostat & HVAC system.
      • Check the make and model of the cooling and heating system, including the make and model for the, fan-coil or air-handler units.
      • Check if the HVAC system might be using a multi-speed or variable speed fan.
    2. If not newly installed, was it working before?
      • Check for any recent changes to the HVAC system or servicing made.
      • When was the last maintenance service and cleaning?
      • Is this the first time you’re calling for cooling this year?
        • If yes, did heating work without issues in the winter?
  3. What type of system do you have? (Heat Pump or conventional type)
    1. For Heat Pump:
      • Did you check O/B wire configuration and tried changing the O-wire to B-wire configuration or vice versa?
    2. For conventional type:
      • Did you verify if Fan and Heating still work?
  4. Did you  turn off the power to your HVAC system?
    • Are the breakers turned on?
    • Did you recently experience a brownout or blackout?
    • Did you have any construction or maintenance work done on your home?
  5. Do you have a photo of your old thermostat? Make sure your Nest Thermostat is wired correctly and verify that the display is receiving power.
  6. Do you see a power code on your thermostat?
  7. Have you set up a temperature schedule for your thermostat?

 

Also, gather the power readings of your Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd generation's power readings of Battery, VOC, VIN, and lIN under Settings > Technical Info > Power Info

 

I'll look forward to your response. 

 

Best,

Zoe