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Old 12-05-2011, 12:01 AM   #1
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Chiller set up question

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So I finally got a chiller to assist with the Aussie summer

Now my tank heater is set to 26 what do I set the chiller to? 26 or higher the stupid thing didn't come with instructions

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I have my chiller set to 78 and the heater to 76.
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So set the chiller 2 degrees higher
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Yes. There is usually about a 1.5 to 2 degree difference when the unit kicks on. Example, mine is set to 78 and will usually kick in around 79 or 80 then stop around 77. That's why I keep the heater at 76.
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