Pepco’s Thermostats Are a Fire Hazard

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Participants in PEPCO’s Energy Wise Rewards program are being asked to remove the batteries fom their thermostats to prevent a potential fire hazard. If the batteries leak, the leakage can damage the printed circuit board in the thermostat, causing the unit to overheat and become a potential fire hazard.

The good news is that the thermostat will work properly without the batteries. The batteries only power the clock during a power outage.

Pepco’s website lists the steps to remove the batteries:

1. Detach the face plate from the thermostat by placing your fingers under the bottom left and right corners and gently pull the cover upwards towards you until all four corners are released and the battery compartment is exposed.
2. Pull the fabric ribbon tag at the top of the unit to release the batteries. Remove and properly dispose of the old batteries. DO NOT INSERT A NEW SET OF BATTERIES. Leave the battery compartment empty.
3. Reattach the cover by snapping it back into place.

If you see any signs that your batteries have leaked, call 1-866-353-5798 to have your thermostat replaced.

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