How Do You Attach A Humidifier To An Existing Furnace?
Nothing’s better than coming home to a warm house after a day out in the cold. A furnace can lower the humidity so much that it can feel uncomfortable, however. Humidifiers solve this problem by adding moisture to the air. The most economical humidifiers connect directly to the furnace and come with a humidistat, which feeds moisture directly into the warm air flow. Installing a humidifier to an existing furnace is a lengthy process, but well worth it. Mark the placement of the humidifier by taping the paper template on the main return plenum above the furnace, then mark the position of the humidifier duct on the central supply plenum. Use the spirit level to make sure all the lines of the template are level. Put on your work gloves and safety goggles. Using the metal shears, cut through the template and sheet metal, using the lines on the template as your guide. Install the humidifier by positioning it in the main return plenum. Once again, use the spirit level to make sure it’s level
