Replacing Thermostat - Digital

[dd716ted]

I want to replace the analog thermostat that came with the house when we bought it.. The existing thermostat isn't accurate and once disturbed for whatever reason (small hands)..takes forever to get the temperature to settle out at 70 degrees.. I have tried to find a digital replacement at the local BB stores but they just point to their selection..so many to choose from / types / capabilities?? My system consists of a Goodman Heat Pump - Coleman Evcon Electric Furnace.. The existing thermostat is a Goodman, Model # MPTA 18-60 30VAC.. I can't cross it to anything.. Can anyone offer any suggestions or cross reference the existing thermostat to a digital type?

[Robert]

Hi,


You'll need a heat pump t-stat with electric furnace back up, digital, battery operated IF you currently do not have a COMMON wire ran to t-stat.


Best to take old one with you to try to get same letter designations for wires.


Honeywell is best at Big Box stores. Or, go to a HVAC supply house, where I like White Rodgers t-stats also.



Thanks,
Robert

[dd716ted]

What about the Ritetemp 6036?

[Robert]

Hi,

Don't have any info on that t-stat. IF it matches everything I listed, should be ok. They are decent t-stats, but RiteTemp t-stats do not always work in all situations.


Thanks,
Robert