Copeland Non Programmable Thermostats

Overview

The COPELAND 1f97-371 Comfort-Set Thermostat is a single-stage heating and single-stage cooling thermostat designed for residential and light commercial HVAC systems. Originally manufactured under the White Rodgers brand and carried forward under the Copeland line, this thermostat provides reliable temperature control for conventional forced-air systems with one heat and one cool stage. HVAC technicians and installers rely on thermostats like the 1f97-371 to serve as the primary control interface between the occupant and the heating and cooling equipment. The thermostat reads ambient room temperature and sends low-voltage signals to the furnace, air handler, or air conditioner to maintain the set temperature. This 1 heat and 1 cool configuration is one of the most common setups found in residential homes, making this unit a widely applicable replacement or new-installation thermostat. The Comfort-Set name reflects the straightforward comfort-oriented design philosophy behind the unit, prioritizing ease of use for both the installer and the end user. Low-voltage thermostat wiring typically runs on 24 volts AC and connects to terminals such as R, G, Y, and W, which are standard on most residential HVAC equipment. Replacement thermostats like the 1f97-371 are frequently needed when an existing thermostat fails to call for heat or cool, displays inaccurate temperature readings, or simply reaches the end of its service life. Installers working on older systems or performing…