Herpstat Humidity User`s Manual
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1. Humidity 2 Attach the Herpstat Humidity power plug to a standard wall outlet 3 Attach humidity device to any of the three outlets on the Herpstat Humidity These devices may include room humidifiers foggers or misting pumps If using the device in Dehumidfy mode only attach 120vac fans Do not attempt to connect a room Dehumidifier Do not exceed 500 watts Herpstat Humidity controller and AC cords should be kept dry and away from water Configure Menu Adjustments Display Type Function Mode Active Start End SetClock Calibrate When first powered on the Herpstat Humidity will display the probe status To enter the Configure Menu press the Menu button this menu only is available from the probe status screen Use the Display button to navigate to it if necessary The display will show two options Setup Config Press the button to enter the Configure Menu While in the Configure Menu the Herpstat Humidity will toggle to the next option after 5 seconds of inactivity and will return to normal operation once all options have been displayed While in the Configure Menu the output is disabled Device Type Options Misting Fogger Humidity Dehumidify Selects the type of control the Herpstat Humidity will use Misting and Fogger have the same functionality These will use a interval duration type control which will wait for the triggered time and then check the humidity level If the humidity is lower than your set range it wi2. hold the PLUS button which will activate the humidity device for 60 second Pressing the plus button again during this will cancel the test Next Cycle Time Displays the next time the humidity level will be checked and acted on Next Cycle End Time Displays the time the next cycle will end This is the time it starts plus the duration of the cycle Getting the most out of your Herpstat Humidity When setting up a new environment allow a minimum of one hour for the enclosure to stabilize Probe placement may require experimentation to achieve proper humidity regulation The Herpstat Humidity has a built in resettable fuse In a overload or overheat condition the fuse will trip To reset the fuse unplug the Herpstat Humidity for 2 minutes and then reapply power When handling misting pumps or other humidity devices always unplug the Herpstat Humidity from the wall outlet first for safety Getting Help Questions or comments can be e mailed to support herpstat com To purchase accessories please visit us on the web at http www spyderrobotics com 1 Year Limited Warranty Spyder Robotics warrants this product to be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of one year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser The warranty period shall not extend beyond 3 years from the date Spyder Robotics shipped the product During this warranty period Spyder Robotics will repair or replace at its option any compon
3. Spyder Robotics Herpstat Humidity User s Manual Herpstat Humidity Made in USA www spyderrobotics com Thank you for choosing the Herpstat Humidity controller This product offers the following Adjustable Humidity regulation from 10 90 RH Sensor accuracy 2 RH between 10 90 RH 24 hour or settable time period operation Adjustable duration on time from 2 seconds to 30 minutes Adjustable interval time between sessions from 3 minutes to 8 hours Two optional scheduled times to turn on High Low humidity and temperature tracking helps monitor moisture system and enclosure efficiency Adjustable calibration allowing the user to digitally calibrate the sensor output to match other equipment All settings are retained in memory even if power is lost Power Outage detection tracking Easy to read backlit LCD display Removable sensor for easy replacement if necessary Resettable fuse never requires replacement Audible alarm system Internal error detection shuts off output if sensor fails or is disconnected 500 Watt rating 1 year limited warranty Hardware Installation WARNING FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY RESULT FROM MISUSE For INDOOR USE ONLY 1 Mount the Herpstat Humidity probe in the enclosure KEEP SENSOR AWAY FROM DIRECT CONTACT WITH WATER Should the sensor become saturated let it air dry for a several hours Insert the connector on the probe into the jack on the top left side of the Herpstat
4. ent parts that in its opinion prove to be defective Replacement parts may be new or serviceable used parts at Spyder Robotics option of equal or better quality to those being replaced This warranty does not extend and shall not apply to products that have been subjected to misuse neglect accident or improper installation THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND REMEDY ARE EXCLUSIVE AND EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MECHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL SPYDER ROBOTICS BE LIABLE FOR LOST PROFITS LOSS OF GOODWILL OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES If you return your product to Spyder Robotics for warranty service proof of purchase may be required A Return Material Authorization RMA number must be obtained prior to the return Spyder Robotics is not responsible for material returned without the RMA number clearly printed on the outside of the shipping container To request an RMA number contact Spyder Robotics with the description of failure serial number of device and date of purchase via e mail at returns spyderrobotics com Products to be returned to Spyder Robotics must be returned shipping and insurance prepaid by the original purchaser to the address below Spyder Robotics Attn RMA 634 S 1 ST Rochelle IL 61068 2005 Spyder Robotics http www spyderrobotics com manual HS401 6 23 08
5. ive option is set to Period End This is the time you want the Herpstat Humidity to stop controlling the humidity This setting is only available if Active option is set to Period Sched 1 Options Enable Disable Enable this option if you would like to force a scheduled on cycle It will then allow you to set a time for that event to happen This can be useful if you would like a little extra humidity during a certain time or misting session for drinking purposes During this event the humidity device will be powered on regardless of your humidity range or time period settings and will last the length of your set Duration Sched 2 Options Enable Disable Enable this option if you would like to force a scheduled on cycle It will then allow you to set a time for that event to happen This can be useful if you would like a little extra humidity during a certain time or misting session for drinking purposes During this event the humidity device will be powered on regardless of your humidity range or time period settings and will last the length of your set Duration Display Type Options Celsius Fahrenheit The default setting is to display temperature in Fahrenheit SetClock Adjusts the internal clock s time Calibrate This option allows users to calibrate the Herpstat Humidity Use the and buttons to adjust the offset Note The Herpstat Humidity sensor is very accurate in its default setting Modifications in this menu are not t
6. ll activate the humidity device until the end of your duration setting Then it will wait the amount set by the interval before activating again Humidity is only checked at the beginning of the triggered cycle to determine if it will activate the humidity device Once the humidity device is powered on it will not turn off until the end of your set duration or if the emergency stop option is used You will need to watch and experiment with the Interval Duration times to match your enclosure and humidifying equipment Setting the device type to Humidity will constantly monitor humidity and will activate the humidity device any time the actual humidity drops below your set range It will then shut the device off when the actual humidity breaches your max humidity setting This is used for room humidifiers or other humidity equipment that have a slow humidity increase Dehumidify is only to be used with fans to air out an enclosure Do not attach a room dehumidifier to the Herpstat Humidity Active Options Always ON Period The default setting is for Always ON When Set to Always ON the Herpstat Humidity will be free to monitor adjust the RH all of the time When set to Period it allows you to setup a time period that you want it to run This allows you to only run it during the day and off at night or other combinations Start This is the time you want the Herpstat Humidity to start controlling the humidity This setting is only available if Act
7. nd a half set this option to 1h 30m The Display Options Probe Status Humidty and Temperature High Low RH Level High Low Temperature Power Outage Monitor Cycle Status and Internal Clock Emergency Stop and Forced On Option Next Cycle Time Next Cycle End Time Use the button to toggle between displays Use the button to enter a menu or set options Temperature Probe Status amp Power Output Shows the current temperature and RH from the probe High Low RH Displays the highest and lowest humidity recorded Pressing the button will reset the High Low humidity to the current humidity value High Low Temperature Displays the highest and lowest temperature recorded Pressing the button will reset the High Low temperatures to the current temperature Power Outage Monitor Each time the Herpstat Humidity is powered on it increments this monitor To reset the monitor to zero press the button Cycle Status and Internal Clock Displays if the Herpstat Humidity is currently in a time period that is regulating the humidity level Active means it is in a operational session Inactive means the Herpstat Humidity is currently not monitoring or acting on humidity changes Also displays the current time E Stop Force ON During a misting cycle when power is applied to the humidity device you can activate a Emergency Stop by toggling to this screen and pressing and releasing the PLUS button To test your setup you can press and
8. ypically necessary Setup Menu Adjustments Max RH Min RH Duration Interval When first powered on the Herpstat Humidity will display the probe status To enter the Setup Menu press the button this menu only is available from the probe status screen Use the Display button to navigate to it if necessary The display will show two options Setup Config Press the button again to enter the Setup Menu While in the Setup Menu the Herpstat Humidity will toggle to the next setting after 5 seconds of inactivity and will return to normal operation While in the Setup Menu the output is disabled Max RH This is the maximum acceptable humidity level desired Default setting is 20 The humidity will need to exceed this number before action is taken Min RH This is the minimum acceptable humidity level desired Default setting is 10 The humidity will need to drop below this number before action is taken Duration This is the length of time the output device will be enabled This option is only available if the Device Type is set to Misting or Fogger For Example If you have a misting system and want the pump to be turned on for 30 seconds when the timing cycle activates then set the duration to 30s Interval This is the elapsed time between checks This option is only available if the Device Type is set to Misting or Fogger For Example If you have a misting system and you want the humidity level to be checked every hour a
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