E13
Geo Cloud Service / TLS Handshake Error

Thermostat shows E13 and cannot connect to the Geo cloud service; remote control via app fails while local control works.

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Possible Causes

Outdated firmware incompatible with Geo cloud, Router blocking outbound ports or TLS, Incorrect time/date on thermostat, Geo cloud service outage

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: No high‑voltage work is required for this issue.

  • Step 1 – Check Geo service status: Verify via Geo's website or support channels whether there is a known cloud outage.
  • Step 2 – Confirm internet access: Ensure your home internet is working by testing other devices on the same network.
  • Step 3 – Router settings: Disable any strict firewall rules, parental controls, or DNS filtering that may block the thermostat. Ensure outbound HTTPS (port 443) is allowed.
  • Step 4 – Sync time/date: In the thermostat settings, confirm the time and date are correct. If not, correct them or enable automatic time sync.
  • Step 5 – Update firmware: If possible, update the thermostat firmware to the latest version via local update or USB (if supported) following Geo's instructions.
  • Step 6 – Re‑add device in app: Remove the thermostat from your Geo account in the app, then re‑add it using the pairing process.
  • Step 7 – Contact Geo support: If E13 persists, contact Geo support with logs or diagnostics from the app; a backend account issue may need to be resolved.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Cloud Connectivity / Firmware
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