Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 manual

Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611
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manualHoneywell Chronotherm III T8611

Your new Honeywell Chronotherm III

Fuel Saver Thermostat is a precision

instrument that’s quality-built to give

you many years of satisfactory

service. Each day of the week can be

programmed independently so that,

regardless of your schedule, you’ll

save fuel while automatically

maintaining the standard of comfort

you require.

This User’s Guide will show you how

to get the most benefit from your new

thermostat.

Programming Your Thermostat

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l-1 8

Enter the day and time

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1
Set

the program times and

temperatures for

one day

...................

2

Copy

the program to the desired days

.......

11
Set

the program times and temperatures

for the

remaining

days

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14

Set the system and fan switches

on the subbase

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17

Operating Your Thermostat

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19-26

Temporarily changing the program

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.19

Permanently changing the program

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.21

Operating the thermostat manually

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.23

Canceling program settings

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.24

Checking the program times and

temperatures

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,215

Checking the current temperature setting

...
.26

Maintaining Your Thermostat

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27-30

Removing the thermostat

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.27

Replacing the thermostat

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.28

Replacing the batteries

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.29

Power outages

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.30

Glossary

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31-32

Your Daily Program

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33-34

Model Identification Guide

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35-36

Troubleshooting Guide

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37-38

Quick Reference to the Keys

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39-40

Index

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41-42

Warranty

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.43
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Mark McCallApril 14, 2023

What is the difference between the 8600D vs 8611R Chronotemp 3. I currently have my original 8600D and want to replace it with a (new old stock) 8611 R.

The Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 is a thermostat designed for controlling heating and cooling systems in residential or commercial settings. It is a reliable and efficient option for maintaining comfortable indoor temperatures. This thermostat is programmable, allowing users to set temperature schedules based on their preferences and needs. It features a clear and easy-to-read display, making it simple to navigate through the settings and make adjustments as necessary. The Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 is compatible with a wide range of HVAC systems, including single-stage, multi-stage, and heat pump systems. It can handle up to two heat and two cool stages, providing flexibility in managing heating and cooling demands. With its precise temperature control capabilities, this thermostat helps to achieve optimal energy efficiency and reduces energy wastage. It also features a filter change reminder, helping to maintain clean and healthy air quality. Installation of the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 is straightforward, and it can be mounted on the wall or placed on a tabletop with the included stand. It operates on battery power, ensuring functionality even during power outages. Overall, the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 is a dependable thermostat that offers advanced programming options and compatibility with various HVAC systems. It is designed to provide efficient and accurate temperature control in residential and commercial environments.

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BrandHoneywell
ModelChronotherm III T8611
Productthermostats
LanguageEnglish
FiletypeUser manual (PDF)

Can't find the answer to your question in the manual? You may find the answer to your question in the FAQs about the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 below.

Where is the best location to place the thermostat?

The best place for the thermostat is the room where you spend the most time, in many cases the living room or kitchen. Place the thermostat about one and a half metres above the floor, not in the sun and not on an outside wall.

What is the dead band of a thermostat?

If your thermostat has a dead band, your installation is, as it were, 'at rest'. The thermostat only switches on when, for example, the difference deviates more than 2˚C from the set room temperature.

What is the ideal room temperature?

Most people find that the ideal room temperature is between 19 and 22 degrees Celsius.

How do I troubleshoot if the thermostat is not following the programmed schedule?

To troubleshoot if the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is not following the programmed schedule, you can follow these steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Consider heating equipment or air conditioner delays: Keep in mind that the heating equipment or air conditioner may start before the scheduled start times for the MORNINGS and EVENING periods. This is to ensure that the house reaches the desired temperature when the period starts. 5. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to address the issue of the thermostat not following the programmed schedule.

What should I do if the thermostat is not turning on or off at the scheduled times?

To troubleshoot if the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is not turning on or off at the scheduled times, you can follow these steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Consider heating equipment or air conditioner delays: Keep in mind that the heating equipment or air conditioner may start before the scheduled start times for the MORNINGS and EVENING periods. This is to ensure that the house reaches the desired temperature when the period starts. 5. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to address the issue of the thermostat not turning on or off at the scheduled times.

Why is the thermostat not responding to manual temperature adjustments?

If the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is not responding to manual temperature adjustments, you can try the following steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. 5. Contact a heating and air conditioning contractor: If the thermostat still does not respond to manual temperature adjustments and displays "HEAT ON" or "COOL ON" when it shouldn't, it is recommended to contact a professional for further assistance. By following these steps, you can troubleshoot the issue of the thermostat not responding to manual temperature adjustments.

What can I do if the thermostat is displaying an error message?

If the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is displaying an error message, you can try the following steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. If the error message persists after following these steps, it is recommended to contact a heating and air conditioning contractor for further assistance. Please note that these troubleshooting steps are specific to the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat and may not apply to other models or brands.

How do I troubleshoot if the thermostat is not displaying the correct temperature?

To troubleshoot if the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is not displaying the correct temperature, you can follow these steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. If the thermostat still does not display the correct temperature after following these steps, it is recommended to contact a heating and air conditioning contractor for further assistance. Please note that these troubleshooting steps are specific to the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat and may not apply to other models or brands.

How do I troubleshoot if the thermostat is not following the programmed schedule?

To troubleshoot if the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is not following the programmed schedule, you can follow these steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Consider heating equipment or air conditioner delays: Keep in mind that the heating equipment or air conditioner may start before the scheduled start times for the MORNINGS and EVENING periods. This is to ensure that the house reaches the desired temperature when the period starts. 5. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to address the issue of the thermostat not following the programmed schedule.

What should I do if the thermostat is not turning on or off at the scheduled times?

To troubleshoot if the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is not turning on or off at the scheduled times, you can follow these steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Consider heating equipment or air conditioner delays: Keep in mind that the heating equipment or air conditioner may start before the scheduled start times for the MORNINGS and EVENING periods. This is to ensure that the house reaches the desired temperature when the period starts. 5. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to address the issue of the thermostat not turning on or off at the scheduled times.

Why is the thermostat not responding to manual temperature adjustments?

If the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is not responding to manual temperature adjustments, you can try the following steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. 5. Contact a heating and air conditioning contractor: If the thermostat still does not respond to manual temperature adjustments and displays "HEAT ON" or "COOL ON" when it shouldn't, it may require professional assistance. Contact a heating and air conditioning contractor for further troubleshooting and repairs. By following these steps, you can troubleshoot the issue of the thermostat not responding to manual temperature adjustments.

What can I do if the thermostat is displaying an error message?

If the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is displaying an error message, you can try the following steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. If the error message persists after following these steps, it is recommended to contact a heating and air conditioning contractor for further assistance. Please note that these troubleshooting steps are specific to the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat and may not apply to other models or brands.

How do I troubleshoot if the thermostat is not displaying the correct temperature?

To troubleshoot if the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat is not displaying the correct temperature, you can try the following steps: 1. Check the power: Ensure that the heat or cool system power is on. If you are using batteries, replace them with fresh ones. Also, make sure the thermostat is correctly mounted on the base. 2. Verify the temperature settings: Check if the temperature setting range is within 45°F to 88°F. For models with automatic heat-cool changeover, ensure that the COOL temperature setting is at least 3°F above the HEAT temperature setting. 3. Reprogram the thermostat: If the programming has been lost due to a power outage, you need to reprogram the thermostat. Check that backup batteries are installed correctly and replace them if necessary. Then, reprogram the thermostat with the correct program times, ensuring that the AM and PM indications are correct. 4. Check the fuse or circuit breaker: Verify that the fuse or circuit breaker is not tripped or blown. Replace or reset if necessary. If the thermostat still does not display the correct temperature after following these steps, it is recommended to contact a heating and air conditioning contractor for further assistance. Please note that these troubleshooting steps are specific to the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 thermostat and may not apply to other models or brands.

Is the manual of the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 available in English?

Yes, the manual of the Honeywell Chronotherm III T8611 is available in English .

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