Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun An instrument designed to indicate or control the relative humidity of the air.
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- noun a
device thatmeasures , orcontrols , therelative humidity of agas
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Examples
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The humidistat setting automatically shuts the dryer off when the clothes are dry, he says.
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Luxton recommended that both families use their dryers 'humidistat setting instead of timed drying.
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The Vicks also delivers excellent output, and it's one of the few tabletops we tested that has a humidistat, which automatically shuts the unit off when it reaches a set humidity level.
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And using our ratings, choose a model that earned at least a good score for humidistat accuracy.
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And using our ratings, choose a model that earned at least a good score for humidistat accuracy.
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Use a model with a humidistat to control indoor moisture levels. —
Tip of the Day: Simple ways to save energy and money at home 2008
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Use a model with a humidistat to control indoor moisture levels.
Tip of the Day: Simple ways to save energy and money at home 2008
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Models without a humidistat can allow humidity levels to rise too high, which can lead to mold and bacteria growth.
Humidifier hints: 5 things to keep in mind before you buy 2008
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Models without a humidistat can allow humidity levels to rise too high, which can lead to mold and bacteria growth.
Humidifier hints: 5 things to keep in mind before you buy 2008
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Whether it's dial or digital, a humidistat controls humidity levels and shuts the humidifier off when the set level is reached.
Humidifier hints: 5 things to keep in mind before you buy 2008
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