Hi, i purchased this October 2013 and now i am ready to use it.Do i need to buy peat pods? How do you adjust the humidity control?
1400449
No,use rock wool,,and humidy is controlled by the dome and the heating pad.water top of inside of dome and plant one time every day and keep under a low wat fluorescence bulb
1400450
You do not need to buy the peat pods. I just used bagged garden soil. But now cause my tray broke (my "pan" is still good) I use egg cartons with a little soil in them to start seeds. Works GREAT. Another user suggested that you put some kind of insulation under it to help hold the heat if you have any troubles. I don't have any trouble. As far as the moisture goes it has vents in the top of it. Adjust it till it stays nice and warm but not to hot. You will be fine. Most seeds are rather forgiving. :-)
1400451
I used peat and it worked out fine.As for humidity I put a couple of glasses of water inside with the humidity/temperature gauge.No problems whatsoever.Good luck.(Oh,and in case you weren't aware.Be sure to germinate you seeds in water for a few days before planting.Tiny little sprouts.Then plant.)
8503
Add water. Shake it up. I've only done it once. I have a disc humidifier now.
1420666
Thanks. How do u like it so far. It seems rather expensive if u have to replace a wick every couple of weeks. Would you recommend this humidifie? And thank you for the information.
1039735
Mine is very quiet. Regarding pods, if you are referring to seed kits, yes the herb kit came with my machine, but one of mine (the mint) had mold issues.
906673
There are no controls or humidity function as part of the unit. Indirectly, any cooling unit by its functions will remove a certain amount of humidity. I have two of these identical units and in each one I keep an open Rubbermaid 1-quart container with water to help maintain proper humidity levels. I bought a digital temperature/humidity meter and with the pan of water, the units maintain 70% humidity +/-. I think you'd have to pay 2-3 times as much for a high end unit with humidity control. Overall I been very happy with the units.
2143006
im sorry i gave anyone that advise. you keep your stash on these fantastic racks inside a dark room on first night you give plenty of dry cool air with ocilating crankin .you want to get rid of fresh watered buds , acthuly stop watering them coiuple days befor hasrvest.they will dry 2/3 days enuf to put in jars.not weeks jest open jars alot dump out 20 minutetes,and save that moistjer wich will ture sugers into vine wine. most stuff on net rong
1620731
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)
2277678
I'm growing seedlings which I have in a clear storage container with a top. I also have grow bulbs suspended over the container. A thermometer inside reads between 75 to 80 degrees which is perfect with me. This is achived with the pad along with no thermostat. The storage container cost me $8 at Walmart and makes a great humidity dome.
1185532
Same here. Peat plantable pots, greenhouse covered(keep moisture in), no sprouts, 3 varieties...I kept them in the refrigerator for 3 weeks before planting.
291236
You need to purchase the Prestige iAQ comfort system for the humidity control. The Honeywell model we bought does not do this. Thanks
1706081
We don't have vaulted ceilings. Right now the humidity is 51% in my 32' x 20' music room. I have the Kenmore set at 65%. The only reason the humidity is so low is because the little Swiss-0-Air ran out of water overnight. The Kenmore is a pile of junk with a funky filter that has to be replaced. Guess I have to get a second Swiss-O-Air :(
543590
I am using the seeding trays with plastic lids. I have used a humidity cover in the past--it works fine--you just have to keep opening and shutting it. I like the individual trays better, I think it keeps the humidity better.
291234
FG this unit has the capability to control humidity/humidifier you just have to purchase the sensor separly.you can also buy the outside temp semsors they work greate.and you can check and made changes to the unit over the internet.hope this help you out.
1067052
Set it something below 70% humidity (mold level), 55% is comfortable for me. It'll automatically start once that humidity level is reached (within a few minutes, anyway). I use the humidifier in my basement in the spring and fall (New England) when neither the A/C nor heat are on and humidity is highest. I have a hygrometer on the opposite end of the basement for checking its accuracy. It's fairly accurate, though it always seems to read a higher humidity then the hygrometer. For the start of either season, I let it run continuously for a day or so.
1678234
It depends on expectations and also how tight your house is and on the water temp. In my case I have the smaller unit for 2250square feet and it does just fine keeping the humidity around 35% in very cold weather actually higher than I should have it based on the windows fogging :)
1848904
In a cigar humidor, indefinite. You add water as needed. My vent cap came off easy. So if you have it in contact with herb, tape it on.
158068
Humidity is a difficult thing to regulate as it can fluctuate wildly within a home. The unit tends to start and stop randomly as its sensor indicates whether to run or not. Remember its reading the humidity level at the machine which is obviously not a true reading of entire house. By changeing the % as the machine runs is a good way to do it. If the machine shuts off and you feel that it should keep running, simply lower the humidity level and the machine will start up again.