Test heat pump auxiliary strip heat
Why it matters
Heat pump auxiliary strips fail silently and are only discovered when the first freezing night arrives and the furnace cannot reach setpoint.
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How to do it
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In fall, before cold weather arrives, access your thermostat.
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Set the mode to Heating and lower the setpoint to well below outdoor temperature.
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If your thermostat has an 'Emergency Heat' or 'Auxiliary Heat' button, press it.
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Stand near the furnace or an air register and listen for activation clicking or humming.
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Feel the air coming from a nearby supply register for warmth within 30 seconds.
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If using emergency heat mode, the auxiliary strip should activate immediately.
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Return the thermostat to normal heating mode and desired setpoint temperature.