Dometic Thermostat [Detailed Review] 2020

Human bodies are strange, continuously demand different temperatures. You are in the kitchen cooking something; you’ll feel hot and want to cool down your body. But, when you are in an ice-skating ground, you’ll feel cold and want to warm up your body. Bodies adjust needs of temperature by themselves, but the house where you live or the vehicle in which you move cannot adjust your temperature requirements by themselves like your body. They need a device to do so. Fix an air conditioner and build a heater, then start switching it on and off when you need it. The other solution is a smarter gadget called a thermostat. This temperature regulating gadget switches on heating when it’s too cold and switches on cooling when it’s too hot.
The thermostats mechanism is based on a simple law of expansion and contraction of things. That states: when a material is heated up, its kinetic energy increases which enhance the movement of its atoms and they occupy more space which results in the expansion of the product. The same law applies vice versa when a thing is cooled up. The thermostat switches on and off for heating and cooling the room because of the metal placed in it which expands or contracts resulting in breaking the circuit for turning on or off.
Dometic is a company that claims to provide the best with technology in the remote era to make life easy and sustainable. This article focuses on thermostats that Dometic brand produces, their types, operating guide, relevant FAQs, and their manufacturing.

Dometic thermostat types:

Dometic Company produces different types of thermostats that are available for sale and descriptions are available on the website under the category of climate products’ air conditioners’ accessories.

Dometic RV thermostat

Recreational vehicles have air conditioners and furnaces to have desired temperatures. Dometic produces RV thermostats that act as a temperature-regulating tool in air conditioners to keep the car comfortable for the user.

Dometic 3106995.032 RV Thermostat

If you are looking for thermostats for your recreational vehicle, the factor of price worthiness should be prioritized. Dometic 3106995.032 RV thermostat is the option to go for when a pocket-friendly thermostat needs to be bought.
This thermostat can control either heat or cold. Therefore, it can be used for air conditioners as well as furnaces. This model’s composition is of durable and robust components, which makes it strong enough to cater to recreational vehicle’s extreme conditions.

Dometic 3109228.001 Comfort Control Center

This model of Dometic thermostat is fully programmable. It works like a remote. All you need to do is to give it instructions for the first time and then it will work on its own. Just like the previous model listed, it can also control heat and cool both. Its programming is strong enough due to internal memory it has built-in, that power failure does not throw impact on the settings that are programmed.
Installation of program settings has up to four climate options that are switched on as and when required. These four options allow the vehicle owner to set all possibilities of temperature changes.

Dometic CT thermostat

Dometic CT (Capacitive Touch) single-zone thermostat features a capacitive touch interface, a Bluetooth connection, a light at the back (blue), enormous enough LCD, auto fan programmable speed, an indoor temperature display on the device and an additional indoor air circulation.
Installation instructions pack with Dometic CT single zone thermostat guides you with system initialization, reset factory settings, CT programming and operations, Bluetooth programming and operations, maintenance, and some general information.
For the use of the device, only skin touch is required, therefore using it while wearing a glove is of no use. It has an internal memory that does not need settings to be reset once the power faces failure or interruption.
This device has an error code facility, which means that the LCD of the thermostat shows an error code when an error occurs like when CT thermostat and module board lose connection.
The thermostat needs to be gently cleaned with a small piece of soft and dry cloth. Water should not be sprayed directly on the thermostat instead of cleaning with cloth is only suitable. While cleaning, if you feel that water has been inserted through the moist cloth, then leave the thermostat for complete drying to save sensors from becoming unresponsive.

Dometic 3 button thermostat

Dometic 3316250.012 RV thermostat has easy access to all the climate control features through three gentle buttons which give you comfort on your fingertips. Easy operation is its unique feature which attracts the user to install it (mind it! Its installation is not a task of any person other than Dometic authorized dealer). Super easy three touch graphic symbols make the device simple to understand and use.
The LCD is large enough to read things easily. The device is compact, and its design is low-profile. Operating instructions of the device specify which applications should be used with the thermostat and only those applications should be used.

Dometic rooftop RV air conditioner thermostat

Rooftop RV air conditioners have thermostats that are mounted on an inside wall for accurate performance. These should be protected from direct sunlight, heat sources, air ventilators, curtains or furniture, and fixtures, etc.
It should also be noted that the thermostat is mounted with a reasonable distance from the appliance that thermostat is going to control. All connections should be checked by a technician to be tight and good.
These thermostats are designed to control temperatures of rooftop heating and cooling units in a single heating zone. It has an inexpensive installation feature along with full control of broad range Rooftop units with remote monitoring.
This thermostat is connected to a central controller through a wireless network. It comprises of advanced digital technology that evens out heating and cooling temperatures for a consistent environment.
This thermostat also has an option for multiple settings which can schedule up to seven different settings for day and night and 7 days. With a three year warranty, this device has got an easy installation pack that does not require any other control lines.

Dometic Duotherm thermostat:

Model number 3109228.001 is a duo therm comfort control thermostat by Dometic. It is a fully controllable device that can set up to four climatic features with a user-friendly design that includes a touch control panel for functioning.
It has a large enough LCD that reads out numbers and degrees easily. It has a unique feature of backlight that makes this device different from others.
Dometic 3316230.000 Duotherm Single Zone Thermostat is another example of duo therm thermostat by Dometic. It’s easy to use the device for controlling heating and cooling from one place. Its large LCD makes its use more easy in dim light. The speed of the fan can be adjusted at three levels (high, low, and auto). Memory in the thermostat is retained so that in case of any power failure, memory is set at previous levels.

Dometic Bluetooth thermostat:

Bluetooth technology in thermostats allows the user to operate the device via any smartphone using a Bluetooth connection. CT Bluetooth Thermostat (CTBT) is a mobile application launched by Dometic for iOS and android systems for controlling temperatures on Dometic devices through smartphones. The temperature of a recreational vehicle can be changed while sitting at your place.
This application is an innovation in the era of technology where companies do not only focus on the quality of the device they are producing, but also focus is on making it as user-friendly as they can through the combination of smart features.
Dometic 3316255.011 thermostat is a model that contains Bluetooth technology within it. It is a single-stage thermostat, which means that it will turn off automatically when the optimal temperature is achieved, and the case will be vice versa for turning on the device. It has a low profile and compact design and comes in black color. Speed of fan is programmable at three stages that are, high, low, and auto. It is a 12-volt product which makes it energy efficient for the device users. Its LCD is big enough that temperature and other numbers are easily readable.
Dometic covers a 90-day manufacturer warranty for the product, so the user has got enough time to analyze and get it replaced if any fault is found.

Dometic Wi-Fi thermostat:

Just like Bluetooth thermostats, Wi-Fi thermostats are also an addition to innovations in the device. As with Bluetooth technology, thermostats are connected for control through Bluetooth technology with smartphones, with Wi-Fi thermostats, smartphones control devices through a Wi-Fi connection.
When you are at your home, all you need is a smartphone or tablet, and your comfort is with you. They are an easy and attractive device that has a touch control and features a simple setup. And wait! The most important thing is the unusual feature of the device. They have color-changing options so that you can change the color of the background to the color that best suits your interior.
These thermostats are not only compatible with RV air conditioners, but also with heating systems and heat pumps. These are also energy-efficient device as the operation is connected with Wi-Fi so that when you are away from your home, electricity is not consumed. Environmental impact is also reduced due to less consumption of energy. Whenever you are on the way to your home and want to cool the room before you arrive, you can use the device to do so because it works with Wi-Fi. A specific temperature as per the needs of your home can also be set so whenever you are in normal circumstances like no drastic changes in weather or humidity are being observed outside; you can turn on the thermostat at that specific set temperature.

FAQ/Troubleshooting:

• How to reset Dometic thermostat?

You have to follow three steps:

1. Press the button with the symbol “+” and hold it.
2. Press the button with the symbol “On/Off mode” and hold it for 3 seconds till the screen shows “—-“
3. Press the “On/Off mode” again so the device will be turned on and is now reset.

• What to do if the thermostat is making noise?

First, try to find out whether the thermostat is making noise or air conditioner unit. If the unit is making noise, it might be due to rubber shock absorbers that are located in the compressor.

• How to solve the temperature sensing problem with Dometic thermostat?

First, turn off the thermostat, unplug the thermostat from the phone connector. You need to unplug the sensor from the whiteboard then measure the resistance. If no resistance is seen, it means thermistor is not good. If the thermistor is good, then you need to change whiteboard.

• How to get a Dometic thermostat installation guide?

Dometic thermostat devices come with a Dometic thermostat manual and installation guide which needs to be followed by the technician if he does not know Dometic technicalities already. Step by step approach for mounting the device is presented in manuals. For some of the models, manuals are also available on the website.

• What are the wiring requirements of Dometic thermostat?

For most of the models of Dometic thermostat, a copper wire is required to be routed from the breaker box to the rooftop. The size of the wire must be appropriate. If a gas furnace is included in the system, the size of the wire must extend from the furnace to the roof opening.

• How can I replace my Dometic thermostat?

Models need to be studied with the compatibility guide to know whether replacement is possible or not. Some of the models can’t be replaced with any other style of thermostat without replacing the relay box.

• How to identify that the thermostat is having some problem?

For identifying that thermostat is due for service or maintenance, several factors will alert you. Some of them are defined below.

• If you feel that the engine is overheating, you need to look further.
• Thermostat changing the temperature irregularly i.e., when changing is not required.
• You feel some leakage around the device.

Conclusion:

Dometic is not only producing high-quality thermostats but is also focusing on bringing the latest technology to the device for making it user-friendly and competitive in the market. These innovations in the device are the key to sustainability for Dometic.
With soft, compact, and low profile designs, Dometic has shown many easy to use features that force the buyer to mount a Dometic thermostat. And its latest models force the buyer to upgrade or replace the existing model with the new one.