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Create your own Defector and Lennox iComfort workflow
Create custom workflows effortlessly by selecting triggers, queries, and actions. With IFTTT, it's simple: “If this” trigger happens, “then that” action follows. Streamline tasks and save time with automated workflows that work for you.
16 triggers, queries, and actions
Any new post on Defector.com
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires whenever there is a new post on Defector.com.
Away mode is cancelled
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when Away mode is canceled on my thermostat.
Away mode is entered
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when my thermostat enters Away mode.
Indoor Temperature drops below
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires every time the indoor temperature drops below a threshold that is specified.
Indoor temperature rises above
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires every time the indoor temperature rises above a threshold that is specified.
History of temperature drops
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of instances when the indoor temperature drops below a threshold that was specified. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of when Away mode was entered
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when my thermostat entered Away mode.
History of when Indoor temperature rose above a threshold
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the indoor temperature rose above a threshold that was specified. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
Cancel Away
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will cancel Away on Thermostats in a home.
Decrease Indoor Temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will attempt to decrease the indoor temperature of an thermostat by the number of degrees specified.
Increase Indoor Temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will attempt to increase the indoor temperature of an thermostat by the number of degrees specified.
Set Fan to AUTO
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will set my thermostat's fan to AUTO indefinitely. Note: does not work when the thermostat is in Away mode.
Set Fan to CIRCULATE
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will set my thermostat's fan to CIRCULATE indefinitely. Note: does not work when the thermostat is in Away mode.
Set Fan to ON
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will set my thermostat's fan to On indefinitely. Note: does not work when the thermostat is in Away mode.
Set home to Away
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will set all Thermostats in a home to Away.
Turn the thermostat off
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will set the Thermostat to Off.
Any new post on Defector.com
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires whenever there is a new post on Defector.com.
Away mode is cancelled
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when Away mode is canceled on my thermostat.
Away mode is entered
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires when my thermostat enters Away mode.
Cancel Away
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will cancel Away on Thermostats in a home.
Decrease Indoor Temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will attempt to decrease the indoor temperature of an thermostat by the number of degrees specified.
History of temperature drops
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of instances when the indoor temperature drops below a threshold that was specified. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
History of when Away mode was entered
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when my thermostat entered Away mode.
History of when Indoor temperature rose above a threshold
Query
A query lets your Applet retrieve extra data that isn't included in the trigger, so that your automation can include more complete or useful information.
This query returns a list of when the indoor temperature rose above a threshold that was specified. Note: this query will only return future events after this Applet is created.
Increase Indoor Temperature
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will attempt to increase the indoor temperature of an thermostat by the number of degrees specified.
Indoor Temperature drops below
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires every time the indoor temperature drops below a threshold that is specified.
Indoor temperature rises above
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This Trigger fires every time the indoor temperature rises above a threshold that is specified.
Set Fan to AUTO
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This Action will set my thermostat's fan to AUTO indefinitely. Note: does not work when the thermostat is in Away mode.
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Defector.com is an independent media outlet that focuses on delivering factual, critical reporting about the world's most pressing issues. Founded in 2020 by a group of experienced journalists, Defector offers readers an unbiased perspective free of influence from corporate or financial interests. The site covers topics ranging from international politics and human rights to technology and culture, and they strive to provide a unique angle through their stories.
About Lennox iComfort
The iComfort® S30, iComfort® E30, and iComfort M30 smart thermostats are compatible with IFTTT, allowing for even greater comfort control.
The iComfort® S30, iComfort® E30, and iComfort M30 smart thermostats are compatible with IFTTT, allowing for even greater comfort control.