HYGROMETER
Hygrometers Measure Humidity
How to Calibrate your hygrometer.
Most humidors come equipped with hygrometers. Before use, we recommend
that you calibrate its accuracy. Follow these simple steps to insure that the
analog hygrometer included with your humidor is working properly.
Most digital hygrometers do not require calibrating however, for optimum
protection of your cigar investment, we recommend upgrading to the latest
generation of adjustable digital hygrometers like the HygroSet
®
series available
from many fine tobacconists.
1. Place a teaspoon of table salt in a plastic dish and add just enough water
to make it damp.
2. Place the dish in a zip lock plastic bag and place the hygrometer next to it.
Take care not to spill any salt water onto your hygrometer.
3. Seal the plastic bag with some air trapped inside, and allow it to sit for
at least 6 hours.
4. After the time has elapsed, the hygrometer should read 75% humidity.
Some hygrometers have a small screw on the back that will allow you to
adjust the reading if it is incorrect. If yours does not, make a note of the
deviation.
Hygrometer Placement
To insure an accurate humidity reading, do not place your hygrometer next
to the humidifier. Keep it in an area where air will circulate around it.
Mounting your hygrometer on the lid interior or on a tray inside the humidor
is recommended.
CARING FOR YOUR HUMIDOR
With proper care and attention, your humidor will give you many years of
service. To help maintain your investment, follow these tips:
Storage
• Place your humidor on a flat level surface. This will guard against accidental
damage from being knocked over.
• Never place your humidor near a heating vent or in direct sunlight. The sun
could fade the finish of the wood and raise the temperature inside the humidor.
• Avoid placing objects on top of your humidor.
Cleaning
• Always use a soft cloth when cleaning you humidor.
• We recommend that you use a good furniture polish to protect your humidors
outer finish.
• Regular dusting will help keep your humidor looking as good as new.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Do not wipe the interior of your humidor with water or any other liquid
as it may damage the cedar lining.
• Place your humidor in a cool dry place. Cigars should be stored at around
70°F.
• Avoid any unnecessary opening of your humidor lid. This will allow
humidity to escape.
• Avoid storing foreign objects such as lighters, cutters, etc. inside the cigar
storage portion of your humidor.
