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Having trouble adjusting your Honeywell thermostat because it's locked? You're not alone—many users struggle with this feature. But fear not, unlocking your thermostat is a simple process that can be completed in just a few steps. Keep reading to discover how to unlock your Honeywell thermostat and modify the lock settings in less than a minute.
Instructions
Press the center button.
Press “Unlock” to initiate the unlocking process. The center button will display a small “Unlock” label beneath the temperature reading. Press this button to proceed to the next screen.
- For the 8000 series, press and hold the “System” and “Auto” buttons, then hold the blank lower center button.
Enter the 1234 pin using the + and - buttons.
Adjust the pin on the screen using the plus and minus buttons. After pressing “unlock,” you'll be directed to a blank screen to input your pin. Utilize the + button to add a number and the - button to subtract a number.
- Once you've entered a number, press “Select” to move to the next digit.
- Most Honeywell thermostats have a default pin of 1234, with some models allowing pin changes in security settings.
- For the 8000 series, the default pin is 0670.
Press “Select” to confirm.
Confirm your pin entry by pressing “Select”. After entering your pin, simply press “Select” once more. Your thermostat is now unlocked, granting you access to adjust temperature settings as needed.
- For the 8000 series, press “Done.”
Press “back” to retry.
If you've entered an incorrect passcode, you have the option to try again. Inputting the wrong passcode will lead you to a screen displaying “---”. Simply press the “back” button to return and re-enter the passcode.
Access the thermostat lock feature from the main menu.
You have the ability to lock or partially lock your thermostat once more. Navigate to the thermostat's main screen, select “Menu,” then use the + or - buttons until “LOCK” appears. Press “Select,” and choose your desired lock setting:
- OFF: The thermostat remains unlocked, allowing full access.
- PART: The thermostat is partially locked, permitting only temperature adjustments.
- ON: The thermostat is fully locked, requiring unlocking for any modifications.
Helpful Suggestions
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If you've forgotten your passcode, remove the thermostat from the wall and locate the number on the device's back. Add 1234 to this number, which will bypass the passcode and grant access to the thermostat.
