Introduction
Honeywell thermostats are popular for their reliability, energy efficiency, and ease of use. However, there are times when you may need to reset your thermostat, whether it’s due to a system error, connection issue, or simply reconfiguring your settings.
This guide covers how to reset different types of Honeywell thermostats, including programmable, non-programmable, Wi-Fi, and smart models.
Table of Contents
Why Reset a Honeywell Thermostat?
There are several reasons why you may need to reset your thermostat:
✅ Fixing malfunctions – If your thermostat is not responding or is displaying incorrect temperatures
✅ Wi-Fi connection issues – For smart thermostats that won’t connect to Wi-Fi
✅ Factory reset before selling or moving – Clears all custom settings
✅ Reconfiguring schedule and settings – If you want to start fresh with a new program
How to Reset Different Honeywell Thermostats
Resetting a Non-Programmable Honeywell Thermostat
Models Covered: Honeywell 1000, 2000 series
Steps:
- Turn off the thermostat by switching it to the “Off” position.
- Remove the thermostat from the wall plate.
- Remove the batteries from the back.
- Insert the batteries in reverse polarity (negative to positive, positive to negative).
- Wait 10 seconds and put the batteries back in the correct way.
- Reattach the thermostat to the wall and turn it back on.
🔹 Result: The thermostat will reset to factory settings.
Resetting a Programmable Honeywell Thermostat
Models Covered: Honeywell 4000, 6000, 7000 series
Steps:
- Press and hold the “Set” button until the screen changes.
- Locate the Reset option using the arrow buttons.
- Select Reset and confirm.
- The thermostat will restart and return to factory settings.
🔹 Result: All custom schedules and settings will be erased.
Resetting a Wi-Fi-Enabled Honeywell Thermostat
Models Covered: Honeywell 8000 series, RTH6500WF, RTH9585WF, VisionPRO 8000
Factory Reset (Erases Wi-Fi & Settings)
- Press Menu on the thermostat screen.
- Scroll to Preferences and select it.
- Find Restore Factory Defaults and select it.
- Confirm the reset when prompted.
🔹 Result: The thermostat will restart and require reconfiguration, including reconnecting to Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi Reset Only (Keeps Other Settings)
- Press Menu, then go to Wi-Fi Setup.
- Select Reset Wi-Fi or Reconnect Wi-Fi.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to set up a new connection.
Resetting a Honeywell Smart Thermostat (T-Series & Lyric Models)
Models Covered: T5, T6, T9, T10, Lyric Round
Factory Reset
- Press Menu and go to Reset.
- Select Factory Reset and confirm.
- The thermostat will restart and clear all settings.
🔹 Result: You will need to reconfigure schedules and Wi-Fi settings.
Wi-Fi Reset
- Press Menu, then go to Wi-Fi.
- Select Change Network or Reset Wi-Fi.
- Follow the instructions on the Honeywell Home app to reconnect.
Common Issues & Troubleshooting After Reset
After resetting your thermostat, you may encounter some issues:
1. Thermostat is not turning on
✅ Ensure the thermostat is correctly reattached to the wall plate.
✅ Check if the batteries are inserted properly (for battery-powered models).
2. Wi-Fi is not reconnecting
✅ Restart your router and try reconnecting the thermostat.
✅ Ensure you are using the correct Wi-Fi frequency (2.4GHz for most models).
3. System is not heating or cooling
✅ Verify that the thermostat is set to the correct mode (Heat/Cool).
✅ Check circuit breakers for the HVAC system.
Conclusion
Resetting a Honeywell thermostat is a simple process that can resolve a variety of issues, including malfunctions, connectivity problems, and incorrect settings. Whether you have a non-programmable, programmable, Wi-Fi, or smart thermostat, following the appropriate reset steps will ensure your device functions properly.