How to Install a Programmable Thermostat
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4. Mount the Outdoor Sensor
This wireless, battery-powered device allows the thermostat to display outside temperatures. Turn it on while standing next to the thermostat. When both units establish a connection, place the sensor in a bracket mounted on the north side of the house, above the snow line.
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- Video: How to Install a Programmable Thermostat
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- Article: Shopping for Smart Thermostats
- Article: Choosing and Using Pliers
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