How sensitive is the humidity sensor on the switch, and can it be adjusted in any way? I would like to keep humidity at or below a set value.
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It is fully adjustable. Take a look at the instructions since it has many features including humidity sensitivity, fan run time and 2 running modes.
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The humidity level can be adjusted and the duration the fan stays on after being triggered is also adjustable, If the humidity raises above the set level the fan is activated. So yes you could keep the area at a specific level or below.
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Yes, there are three control dials.One for timer function-when you press the fan button as a manual override how will it run at minimum (it will continue to run if it senses humidity after you manually turn it on).One for sensitivity-how sensitive is it to kick on from a change in humidity (this can be disabled in air cycle mode)One for max humidity level-always turn on if humidity exceeds a set level (though it may need to see a rapid increase as well) (this can be disabled)Air cycle mode has the switch cycle on and off using the manual timer setting as an interval and will only run if you initially switch the fan on. (will not sense humidity in the mode-probably not useful to your question) Yes, there are three control dials.One for timer function-when you press the fan button as a manual override how will it run at minimum (it will continue to run if it senses humidity after you manually turn it on).One for sensitivity-how sensitive is it to kick on from a change in humidity (this can be disabled in air cycle mode)One for max humidity level-always turn on if humidity exceeds a set level (though it may need to see a rapid increase as well) (this can be disabled)Air cycle mode has the switch cycle on and off using the manual timer setting as an interval... » Read More Yes, there are three control dials.One for timer function-when you press the fan button as a manual override how will it run at minimum (it will continue to run if it senses humidity after you manually turn it on).One for sensitivity-how sensitive is it to kick on from a change in humidity (this can be disabled in air cycle mode)One for max humidity level-always turn on if humidity exceeds a set level (though it may need to see a rapid increase as well) (this can be disabled)Air cycle mode has the switch cycle on and off using the manual timer setting as an interval and will only run if you initially switch the fan on. (will not sense humidity in the mode-probably not useful to your question) « Show Less
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There seems to be a wide range of reports on the sensitivity; the initial reviewers that tried the free samples indicated it was sufficient, but a lot of subsequent reviews said it wasn't very sensitive. It may be installation issues, but it's difficult to tell.I was looking for it as a garage ventilation fan control, so I wanted to be able to set a much lower humidity threshold than would be typically found in the bathroom application, but the reviews aren't very consistent.
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Yes you can adjust it, however it does not seem to allow me to trigger for high humidity when the shower is on.
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You can use an outside sensor but will loose the function of humidity sensing. I did not buy the optional sensor. The sensor is on Amazon for $24.05 Search C7089U1006 and read the 28 reviews posted there.
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I've had mine for over a year and never experienced what you describe. Mine turns off and back on according to my humidity setting. Seems like a mechanical issue which might be under warranty.
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I had the same issue very sensitive and shut down ac with just condensation or moisture on the pad. I raised mine off the pan about a 1/16 " and have had no more issues, this allows air flow under pad that keeps it dry, but at the same time if pan has significant amount of water in it, it will shut off ac. I am not sure you can change sensitivity.
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Hi Bob. I bought two fans. This one from Home Depot and another one Air King BFQ 50 CFm from Amazon. Both are running really nice. But they dont have a delay timer or humidity sensor. They both shutdown and turn on by flipping the switch, but to compensate it I bought two Dew Stop, Humidity Sensing Fan Switches Model: FS-100-W2 from home depot. This switch has delay timer for 30 min and humidity sensor. He completely control humid in my both bathrooms. Good thing about those fans they are real quite that my kids can not notice with close door than they are running.
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i agree with other responder its a humidistat i dont think you can make it work based on temperture .also i dont think the remote can be used as a control i think it just tells you the temp and humidity of the remote location(at least i couldnt see how to use the remote as a way of activating)
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sometimes if you unplug it and then plug it back in it reverts back to a default humidity setting. check to see if the setting is below 65%. i intentionally put mine on 45% and just let it run. when it reaches 45% it still runs but the dehumidifier part is on standby until the level goes above 45%.
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Yes, there is a humidity button for choosing anywhere from 40 to 60%. Auto off at that level.
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This is a humidistat not a thermostat it will activate based on humidity not temperature. This might not be what you are looking for.
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Thank you for your interest in Goedeker's! This will not have an adjustable humidity level. Frigidaire does not give any specifications as to what level it is suppose to maintain. I'm sorry for the lack of information available. If there are any other questions we can help with, please feel free to call us at 1-888-768-1710. Thank you and have a great weekend! -Danielle at Goedeker's
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This is a mechanical humidistat switch. If you are asking can it kick on your A/C unit the same way your thermostat can...yes. It has hysteresis "live" band just like the thermostat where it will be on for a certain range of humidity around the setpoint. I recommend wiring it with a relay because it will turn on when the humidity is low. Using it with an A/C unit, you want it to turn on when the humidity is high. Using it with a relay, you can reverse the logic and make the relay close when the humidistat turns off. If you wire in series with your thermostat, then the A/C will only kick on when the temp and humidity are high. If you wire in parallel with the thermostat, then the A/C will kick on when the temp or humidity is high, which might be closer to what you want, although the humidity could be high when the temp is low...so not sure about that.
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I haven't used it with a moisture sensor, but even better than that if you connect it to the web as you should, it will pick up the weather from a local weather station and only water when it isn't raining. You can set how long to switch off if it has rained. Much more reliable than a moisture sensor I think! (I love this device by the way)
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I have (2) of these king air timers. They are much better than humidity sensors, as humidity varies so much in new england.I have (1) wired for both: fan & lights on/off together. ie 1 gang box needed.I have the other (1) wired for fan only. ie 2 gang box needed.:)
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I have had a lot of luck with keeping my unit on low then moving it up to medium. I have the unit in a room and not in an open area. Our house usually starts at 35% humidity and I set it to go to 45% to 50% and it usually gets there within a couple hours.
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If you leave the switch on "on" it is ready to respond whenever a preset humidity level is reached. Switch to "off" momentarily and back to "on" and it will run for a preset amount of time and automatically shut off. But, since the switch is still in the "on" position, it has reverted to humidity sensing mode and will automatically respond, once again. I have put 5 of these fans in rental units and I couldn't be happier with them. Be sure to check the screen over the sensing unit (where the LED light is) and remove dust so it will stay efficient.
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There is a 3 position sliding switch for Low - Normal - Hi Humidity. As I have never taken the needed time to find out, I assume these control the length of time the heater works but I set mine on Hi permanently. There is a push button switch which operates the two UV LED lamps for about a 1 hour operation, again presumably to sanitize the hearing aids.
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wait...think it might shut off fan if you hit the humidity level u request...could set it low enuf and i guess it would never reach shutoff