Temperature control dial

This dial is used to set the desired interior temperature. With the dial set to your desired temperature, the system automatically adjusts the temperature of air supplied from the outlets such that the desired temperature is achieved and maintained.
Temperature control dial

This dial is used to set the desired interior temperature. With the dial set to your desired temperature, the system automatically adjusts the temperature of air supplied from the outlets such that the desired temperature is achieved and maintained.

If the dial is turned fully counterclockwise, the system gives maximum cooling performance.

If the dial is turned fully clockwise, the system gives maximum heating performance.

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