Can you run two racks with one Helix?
There's only one probe but there's two places to plug something into...
Thanks, Quinton
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Helix dbs-1000 ?
Quinton
Jun 12, 2008 10:04 AM
Replies (2)
HappyHillbilly
Jun 12, 2008 11:16 PM
Can you run two racks with one Helix?
As long as both racks' wattage requirement doesn't exceed the Helix output rating. I don't have my Helix manual in front of me and I don't remember what the rating is.
If the racks are identical in build & heat source you should be OK by placing the probe on one rack or the other. However, there's always the risk of a malfunction on the rack that doesn't have a temp sensor.
You could use a cheap on/off thermostat inline for safety on the rack that doesn't have the Helix temp sensor. Connect the on/off thermostat to the Helix and then connect the other rack to the on/off thermostat.
Have a good one!
HH
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this ol' hillbilly is now referred to as an:
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Quinton
Jun 18, 2008 08:07 PM
Solid idea, man.
Interupting signal flow...
Nice.
Thank you Mr.Hillbilly
Yours truly,
Quinton
