
To Adjust a Thermostat Anticipator, you have to Turn off your thermostat and remove the cover. If you are using a mercury thermostat, you need to use a small bubble level and make sure it is mounted level on your wall. After that, inspect the interior of your thermostat. If it is dirty, you must use a soft brush to remove dirt and debris. Then, find the small disc at the center.
Next, Move the heat Anticipator lever arm one calibration to the “longer” setting if your furnace is cycling on and off too frequently. You should Move the lever arm one calibration away from the “longer” setting if your furnace lets room temperature to drop too low or rise too high before it turns on or off. Forth, Leave your furnace on and wait a few hours for the settings to take effect and stabilize the system. If necessary, you can readjust the heat Anticipator if you are unhappy with your settings.