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Old 06-16-2009, 04:50 PM
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Originally Posted by handieman View Post
It is wired in series with the low voltage coming to your thermostat and simply will not allow the AC to turn on until two parameters are met, one the inside temperature must exceed the temperature set on the thermostat (78-80) AND the relative humidity inside the home must exceed the set humidity level (60%)
I was looking for a humidistat today and found this statement on Progress Energy Website:

Proper Installation
A humidistat should be connected in parallel with the thermostat so each can operate independently of the other's control setting. Recommended settings when used with an air conditioner are 85 degrees for the thermostat and 70 percent relative humidity for the humidistat.

See:
http://www.progress-energy.com/custs...umidistats.asp

for a full discussion on a humidistat.

Was wondering if anyone out there knows if it should be wired in series or parallel?