How to reset a heat pump thermostat and clear error codes
When your heat pump displays an error code or stops responding normally, a thermostat reset is often the first step. This guide walks through the standard reset procedure for most residential heat pumps.
What you'll learn
- How to perform a soft reset on your thermostat without losing settings
- How to cut power at the breaker to clear a locked-out heat pump
- Which error codes mean the problem is safe to reset vs. needs a technician
Step by step
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