On the covered Sensi smart thermostat, temperature reading of 99F, dashes or humidity of 255% means Sensi says a temperature reading of 99F or more, only dashes for the room temperature, or a humidity reading of 255% likely means a problem with the internal sensor. First, note the reading and compare it with a separate thermometer.
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ReversibleNote the reading and compare it with a separate thermometer.
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ReversibleSensi's page says to contact Sensi support to get a replacement. For a reading only a few degrees off the real temperature or humidity, use the Temperature Offset or Humidity Offset features, or reset the thermostat to recalibrate it.
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Sensi says a temperature reading of 99F or more, only dashes for the room temperature, or a humidity reading of 255% likely means a problem with the internal sensor.