Need input- important- old-fashioned thermostat

[hollydolly]

The picture is earlier in this thread, but I have no idea how to upload it to Google. I probably deleted the copy I had in my 'pictures' folder when I put it on this forum, too.

I uploaded it for you, and unfortunately the only 2 references to it didn't state the model.. only that it's a Vintage 1950's Honeywell Thermostat..

 

[JaniceM]

I uploaded it for you, and unfortunately the only 2 references to it didn't state the model.. only that it's a Vintage 1950's Honeywell Thermostat..

Yes, I know it's old.. it's the same kind of thermostat that was in the house I lived in as a child.

 

[hollydolly]

Dunno if this will be of any help

 

[hollydolly]

 

[Nathan]

Try this:

 

[JaniceM]

Try this:

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It doesn't appear to have a subbase.. otherwise, these instructions are one of the first things I tried.

 

[Grampa Don]

Like @Don M. said, the old contacts are probably burned and pitted. You really need a new thermostat. If the landlord won't do it, you'll probably have to hire an electrician or heating repairman. Don't try to do it yourself.

 

[JaniceM]

Tinkered with it a little more and finally got it working this morning!!!!!

 

[kimmer]

Best just to replace the thermostat. It is a maintenance issue and the landlord has to pay to have it replaced. Good luck

 

[kimmer]

Glad you got it working Hope it continues to work for you

 

[debodun]

Yay for Janice! I had to have the thermostat replaced in my former house about 10 years ago. The company that did it wouldn't take the old one because it had mercury in it. I had to take it to a HazMat disposal place.