Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers - Humidistate settings for vacation home

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psisland
06-28-06, 05:27 PM
What should I set my humidistat for my condo in Florida while not in residence? I was told to set my thermostats at 75 degrees and humidistat at 50% relative humidity....seems too humid. I know humidistat and air handler wok in conjunction, What would be the optimum settings to avoid dampness and mold.

airman.1994
06-29-06, 05:53 AM
Is this on a humdifier?
psisland
06-29-06, 06:58 AM
I thought the humidistat was the humidifier!?

twelvepole
06-29-06, 01:38 PM
Most humidistats manage humidifying or dehumidifying as needed. Ideal humidity should be between 35-55%. Desired humidity level is also relative to your comfort level. You can check humidity level with a hygrometer (sold where they sell thermometers). Make sure your humidistat is working properly and is of adequate size for the space.