Nest Thermostat Heating & Cooling Cycle adjustment?

[GCPath0755]

Is there a way to adjust the heating / cooling system cycles with the Nest Thermostat?  I would like to make the cycles longer.....

[Ryan_G]

Hey GCPath0755,

Thank you for reaching out and we're sorry for the delay.

The cooling and heating cycles depends on your temperature schedule and your HVAC performance to reach the certain temperature.

You can set your temperature schedule and your thermostat modes depending on your liking.

Regards,

Ryan

[GCPath0755]

Thanks for getting back to me and sorry for my delayed response.

Judging from your response, I will take it that the Nest Thermostat does not provide a way to adjust the length of each cooling or heating cycle (outside of adjusting the temperature).  For example, Emerson's Sensi Thermostat allows you to adjust the length of each heat/cool cycle (short, medium or long) .  For example, a short cycle setting tells the thermostat that you want to keep the temperature very close to where you set the thermostat.  The downside to this is the HVAC system will cycle on/off more often.   In contrast, a long cycle setting will not control the temperature setting as tightly, but the HVAC system will not cycle on/off as much (each cycle will be longer).   In general, I find the Nest Thermostat cycles to be too short.

One more question:   In the cooling mode, does the Nest Thermostat provide protection for the Condenser/Compressor from cycling on too quickly.  Most thermostats have a built-in delay so the Condensor/Compressor cannot cycle back on immediately after an "on" cycle - to protect the Compressor.  I don't see this feature mentioned anywhere in the Nest documentation.  Please advise.

Regards,

Gary

[Ryan_G]

Hi GCPath0755,

Thanks for being here at the Google Nest Community.

We appreciate your feedback about the Nest Thermostat's heating and cooling cycles. The length of time for your HVAC to reach the target temperature may depend on your HVAC system's capacity to provide heat or cooling. The good thing about Nest Thermostat is it remembers and learn your temperature changes and your HVAC performance so that it can provide a better and energy saving heating and cooling for your home.

Also, Safety Temperatures can protect your home during extremely cold or hot weather. They can help ensure that your pipes won’t freeze or your home won’t overheat even if your thermostat is set to Off.

I hope this helps.

Best regards,

Ryan

[erlinmg1]

Gary is asking if Nest Thermostat provide protection for the Condenser/Compressor from cycling on too quickly.  Most thermostats have a built-in delay so the Condensor/Compressor cannot cycle back on immediately after an "on" cycle - to protect the Compressor.  I don't see this feature mentioned anywhere in the Nest documentation.  Please advise.

I've called support in this matter too. Does the nest have a compressor protection lock. Yes or No

[MikeN]

I have the opposite problem. My cycle time is too long. I would like to keep my temperature tighter. Looking at the answers to your question. I'm guessing the thermostat doesn't have that capability or the person answering your questions doesn't know anything about their products. Please let me know if you figured this out.

[erlinmg1]

It has a three minute built in delay,

I turned off all eco, learning and smart features and I’ve been good with it..

Had a motion sensor that when it didn’t sense motion would extend the cycles to save energy. once I turned that feature of everything started working fairly well for me. Also turned off all learning features. Rather I just set the temps turn manually

[Markjosephp]

Hello folks,

I wanted to stop by and see how I could help.

Thanks for sharing what you've done, @erlinmg1.

We hear you, @MikeN. We're always looking for ways to improve, and we appreciate your feedback. Having the option to adjust the temperature mode cycle is not yet an option. The Nest Thermostat's ability to turn off the system once it reaches the target temperature and maintain it unless it senses a big difference in the room temperature of at least 2-3 degrees before turning back on.

Feel free to let us know if you have more questions in mind.

Best regards,

Mark

[Markjosephp]

Hi there,

I'm checking in to make sure that you've seen my response. Please let us know if you have any additional questions or concerns before I lock this thread in 24 hours.

Thanks,

Mark

[MikeN]

Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. Yes, I have seen your answer.

[Markjosephp]

Hi MikeN,

Glad to help! We appreciate your request for this additional feature, and please be assured that our team is working non-stop. Please let our product team know about it by sending feedback.

I'll go ahead and lock the thread at this time. If you have any questions, please feel free to create a new post.

Thanks,

Mark

[erlinmg1]

I’m good,

thank you for checking in

[Markjosephp]

Hi erlinmg1,

Sounds great! Thanks for getting back to us and letting us know that it was sorted out.

So I'll go ahead and lock this thread in 24 hours; if you need more assistance, don't hesitate to give us a shout or create a new post.

Best,

Mark