We are talking about a manual dial here, not a programmable thermostat. "Hey it's too cold right now, better turn it up." In fact you will save money & energy

We are talking about a manual dial here, not a programmable thermostat. "Hey it's too cold right now, better turn it up." In fact you will save money & energy with manual control because the heating will not turn on when it's cold but you are wearing enough layers.