To use as semi-automatic climate control system

Each function can be individually set to AUTO mode independently of the others.

Any function set to AUTO mode is controlled automatically. Any function not set to AUTO mode can be manually adjusted as desired.

The temperature can be set within a range of 65 to 858F (20 to 308C).

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