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Old 12-27-2025, 03:23 PM   #92 (permalink)
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Might be able to set a staggered heating schedule to gradually raise the temperature from 45 F without kicking on the backup heat. You could experiment on what temperature differentials cause the inefficient backup heater to kick on, and then set a schedule that incrementally heats to the desired temp.
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