What is the difference between a RV thermostat and a home thermostat?

No, RV thermostats are not the same as house thermostats. RV thermostats run on 12 volts DC power source while home thermostats run on 24 volts AC power source. It has been implied that some home thermostats may work in an RV, but it is not recommended. One of them being the use of AC and DC voltage.

How do I know if my thermostat is bad in my camper?

4 Ways to Tell if an RV Thermostat is Bad

Problem 1- The Thermostat is Unresponsive or has No Power.
Problem 2 – The A/C or Heater Won’t Switch On.
Problem 3 – The Heater or A/C Runs Continuously and Won’t Switch Off.
Problem 4 – The Setting Doesn’t Match the Temperature Inside the RV.

How does the Dometic thermostat display the temperature?

The dometic thermostat can tell you temperature in the room. To display it the thermostat must be OFF then hit either the up or down arrow. What you describe as 70-80 degree range is called “dead zone” in automatic thermostats where the thermostat will engage either heat or cool automatically.

Can a 24 volt thermostat be used in a RV?

That is why the replacement digital thermostats that are powered by AA batteries are the thermostats of choice for the RV. If your costco thermostat is a 24 volt there is no power source for it in the RV. Take it back and get a battery powered Hunter. Walmart has them.

Can a stick house thermostat run on 12 volts?

Home thermostats don’t run on 12 volts. The one in your stick house probably runs on 24 volts. That is why the replacement digital thermostats that are powered by AA batteries are the thermostats of choice for the RV. If your costco thermostat is a 24 volt there is no power source for it in the RV.

Can a duo thermostat be replaced in a RV?

There have been many digital thermostats installed using information found here. The Duo-therm thermostats are easily replaced. The power for the replacement thermostat is it’s own AA batteries. Some RV batteries live a long and useful life, some are murdered.