It was my first time using a Nest thermostat. Till now I was having a great time with it in terms of efficiency. It provided me great convenience whenever I needed it, so yes I loved my new thermostat.
I did have sufficient knowledge regarding the working of Nest but yesterday I got brand new information about its batteries. There occurred a power outage in my area due to which there was no electricity for about 9 hours. During this time duration my Nest thermostat kept on working.
I was amazed because I didnβt know that Nest had an internal battery as well which was used in this type of situations. So I searched more regarding Google Nest batteries and found some informative content which I want to share with you all.
DO NEST THERMOSTATS HAVE BATTERIES?
The major working of Nest depends on the main power supply. Meaning that these thermostats receive power from the main power supply and continue to work using that power. But what if there is no power supply?
Well, in this case Nest thermostat battery comes in handy. Google Nest thermostat has an internal battery which comes into action when the power supply isnβt present. However, battery for Nest thermostat needs to be charged. In case of full charging the thermostat can work for about 10 hours.
GOOGLE NEST THERMOSTAT BATTERY β WHAT IS THE TYPE OF BATTERY USED?
It is a known fact that the first preference of a Nest thermostat would be using power from the main power source. But sometimes internal battery also does its magic. The type of battery used by Nest thermostats is standard 1.5 voltage AAA.
These batteries have a great life time of two years. It means after two years these batteries will start demanding a replacement.
DOES NEST LEARNING THERMOSTAT HAVE A BATTERY?
Yes, Nest learning thermostats have a battery as well. These batteries are a bit different from the batteries present in the older models. Newer batteries are rechargeable. Although the user is unable to replace the batteries himself but with the help of a USB port, he can charge it to use it later.
If your Nest starts showing you low battery warnings then it means the battery needs a quick charge-up. But you should know about the duration for charging your Nest thermostat so that you can avoid future inconveniences.
NEST THERMOSTAT BATTERY CHECK:
If you are using Nest then chances are that you are also using its Home app. Whenever the battery runs low, you will be notified about it through a notification on the Home app.
Another method to check the battery is to follow the below mentioned steps.
STEPS TO FOLLOW:
STEP 1 β Search for βSettingsβ in the quick menu
STEP 2 β Then select βTechnical Info Powerβ
STEP 3 β Find the βBatteryβ label against the number
If the battery level appears to be higher than 3.8v then it means the battery is doing fine. However, if the battery level is lower than 3.8v then it means the battery is running low and needs a replacement.
HOW TO FIGURE OUT THE BATTERY REQUIREMENT FOR MY NEST?
There will come a time when you need to think whether your thermostat needs a battery or not. Some situations such as when your thermostat starts requiring a frequent charge-up, or you keep receiving low battery warnings indicate that your Nest thermostat actually needs a battery for its proper working.
You can also check for weak batteries or the presence of faulty wiring because these 2 things can also lead to the conclusion that your thermostat needs a battery. Low battery notifications will also be displayed on the thermostat screen along with the Home app display.
1.5 voltage AAA batteries need a quicker replacement than the rechargeable batteries because these batteries drain out much faster. Once you start receiving low battery warnings then you will have to replace the batteries within a month or two.
NEST THERMOSTAT BATTERY POWERED β CHARGING TIME
Your thermostatβs charging time depends on its current battery situation. If the battery is partially drained then it will take about 30-40 minutes to get charged.
However, if your thermostat is fully drained then 2 hours would be more than enough to get it fully and properly charged.
HOW DO I FIGURE OUT WHETHER MY THERMOSTAT IS FULLY CHARGED OR NOT?
Once you insert a USB cable to charge your thermostat then a light will start blinking. This blinking light will indicate that your thermostat is currently being charged. Once this light disappears, it is time to remove the USB cable and start using your thermostat.
CONCLUDING FACTS:
Of course, Nest thermostats have batteries which keep them going when the power from the main source isnβt present. These internal batteries are rechargeable which means you as a user can charge them for your later use.
After reading this article you would have a clear idea about the internal batteries which are being used by your Nest. One important thing is that these batteries need replacement on time, delaying the replacement will force you to adjust the temperature manually.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q β Does The Nest Thermostat Have A Battery?
A β Yes, the Nest thermostat includes an internal battery which is also rechargeable. This battery cannot be replaced by the user himself.
Q β Does Nest Thermostat Work Without Battery?
A β Yes, Nest thermostat does work without the battery.
Q β How Long Does A Nest Thermostat Battery Last?
A β A Nest thermostat battery lasts for about 24 months approximately.
