Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers - Change out a humidistat?

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crsang
12-03-08, 05:45 PM
I just installed a Honeywell HE-260A humidifier. I knew the one thing the Aprilaire models had over Honeywell was the humidistat that monitored the outside air temperature. Is it possible to swap out the h-stat that was included with the HE-260A with an Aprilaire replacement h-stat. Like the Aprilaire Replacement RP56 Auto Trac Humidistat Control?

Aprilaire Replacement RP56 Auto Trac Humidistat Control: APRI38 Climate Doctors (http://www.climatedoctors.com/items/item.aspx?itemid=429257)

Jay11J
12-03-08, 09:23 PM
Yes, you can use that if you want.

If you need help getting that wired up, let me know.
crsang
12-04-08, 08:57 AM
Jay,

Is there a better h-stat other than that one I linked to above? I want it to monitor outside air and adjust accordingly. It would be nice if it didnt need constant power but if there are some features that I would get that the more simple ones don't offer then I would be up for a little extra effort.

Side note: I would like to keep it in the return rather than running it upstairs to the living space.

Any suggestions would be appreciated!

Thanks again!

Jay11J
12-04-08, 08:26 PM
There's the Honeywell H1008A one that works like the Aprilare, but you have to buy the outdoor sensor.