To change the Vivint Thermostat Battery, first detach the thermostat from the mounting plate, next remove the old batteries and insert new ones.
The Vivint Smart Thermostat is a great option to automate your home’s temperature. The thermostat is compatible with voice assistants like Amazon Echo and Google Home. It is battery-powered and needs to be changed when it is low.
In this article, we will provide steps to change the batteries in the Vivint Thermostat along with answers to all the questions you might have about changing Vivint Thermostat batteries.
How to Change Vivint Thermostat Battery
Before we get started you should note that the Vivint Smart Thermostat was previously known as the Element Thermostat.
The Vivint Smart Thermostat is powered by 4 non-rechargeable AA batteries. The batteries are located on the back of the thermostat and can be changed by removing the thermostat from its mounting plate.
Follow the steps below to change the Vivint Thermostat Battery.
- First, remove the Vivint Thermostat from the mounting plate by pulling it towards you.
- Turn to the back of the Thermostat and remove the old batteries.
- Wait for 30 seconds.
- Then, insert new batteries into the Thermostat.
- Attach the Thermostat back on the mounting plate.
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Vivint Thermostat Not Working After Battery Change
If your Vivint Thermostat stops working after changing the batteries, there are a few reasons why this is happening.
- The batteries are placed in the wrong position.
- The batteries are not compatible with the thermostat.
- Issues with the battery terminals.
Let’s troubleshoot this issue and get your thermostat working again.
1. Battery Position
Make sure you have correctly inserted the new batteries. Follow the steps above again to remove and reinsert the batteries this time making sure you insert the batteries as seen in the picture below.
If the Vivint Thermostat is still not working after making sure the batteries are inserted correctly, move to the next step.
2. Battery Compatibility
Vivint thermostats are compatible with AA non-rechargeable alkaline batteries. It is not recommended to use lithium/rechargeable batteries for your Vivint thermostat.
If your new batteries are not AA non-rechargeable alkaline batteries then that is the reason why the thermostat is not working.
3. Issues with the Battery Terminals
The thermostat will not work if the batteries are not making contact with the battery terminals. You will need to remove the new batteries and clean the terminals on the thermostat before inserting the batteries.
If nothing has worked so far, you may need to contact Vivint Customer Support so they can provide further assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I know if my thermostat is out of battery?
When the Vivint Thermostat is running out of battery, you will receive a notification on your Vivint smart hub. The thermostat itself will also indicate when the batteries are expired and need changing.
What happens if thermostat battery dies?
If the thermostat battery dies, the display screen will go black and the thermostat will stop working. This also means that your heating or cooling units won’t function since they can’t receive commands from the thermostat.
How long do batteries last in a thermostat?
The batteries in a thermostat should last from six months to one year. This is dependent on factors like usage and battery type.
Final Thoughts
At this point, you have changed the batteries in your Vivint thermostat. In summary, the steps to change the battery are:
- Remove the thermostat from the mount.
- Remove the old 4 non-rechargeable AA batteries from the thermostat.
- Insert fresh batteries.
- Mount the thermostat.
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