Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers - True Steam Questions

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Pete OldNavy
02-07-09, 10:58 AM
Can I run the True Steam off the same circuit that the Furnace uses? I have a TRANE XV80 I was told the way the fan works it does not draw that much current. I have a 4 level Town House that's 1,320 Sq Ft of living area. I also have a Model 8085C that has a built in HUM control I would like to use.

Need advice on this setup.

Thanks Pete

Jay11J
02-08-09, 07:36 PM
Are you talking about using the 120v HUM wire off of that for the TrueSTEAM? If so, no you can not use it.. it has to be plugged into a regular out let.
Pete OldNavy
02-09-09, 11:25 AM
No. I was wondering if I can use the same AC line that powers the furnace to power the True Steam. The furnace has a dedicated AC line.

I understand that the HUM is just a contact point and not a source of power for the unit.

Jay11J
02-09-09, 11:53 AM
It depends on how big the humidifier is, what size wire is used between the panel, and outlet, also breaker big enough?
Pete OldNavy
02-09-09, 03:16 PM
I'm looking at a TrueSTEAM HM506 - True 6 Gallons on a 20 amp circuit that the only item in that circuit currently is the Furnace. I dont have the manual on the TRANE XV80 so I don't know how much it draws.
Jay11J
02-09-09, 03:31 PM
Ok, The TrueSTEAM is going ot use about 7 amps.

XV80 is about 11 to 13 amps. (Depends on model)

If the two are together, we are pushing the 20 amp breaker to the max.
Pete OldNavy
02-09-09, 03:36 PM
Thanks Jay..

Looks like I will have to look for other options.