The orange light on a Nest thermostat can indicate different things depending on the specific situation. Let’s explore the various meanings of the orange light and what actions you can take to address them.
1. Update in progress: If your Nest thermostat is blinking an orange light, it may be indicating that a software update is in progress. During the update, the orange light will continue to blink until it is completed. This is a normal process, and you don’t need to take any action. Just wait for the update to finish, and the orange light should stop blinking.
2. Charging required: Another reason for the orange light blinking on your Nest thermostat is when it needs to be charged. If the battery level is low, the orange light will start blinking as a reminder to connect the thermostat to a USB cable for charging. To charge your thermostat, simply plug it into a USB port using the provided cable. Once it’s connected, the orange light should continue to blink until the battery is sufficiently charged. After that, the orange light will turn off, indicating that the thermostat is fully charged.
It’s important to note that a fully charged Nest thermostat can typically run for several days or even weeks without needing to be charged again, depending on usage and settings. However, if you notice that the battery is consistently running low and requiring frequent charging, it may be worth contacting Nest support for further assistance.
An orange light on a Nest thermostat can indicate either a software update in progress or the need for charging. If it’s an update, wait for it to complete, and if it’s charging, connect the thermostat to a USB cable. Once the update is finished or the battery is fully charged, the blinking orange light will stop.