Tnstratofam
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Most of the standard non programmable thermostats automatically bring the strip heat on if the temp in the house is more than 2 degrees colder than your set point to help the heat pump. There are ways to lock out the strip heaters until the outside temp drops below a certain temp ( I usually set them to come on at 30-35? ) with either a mechanical stat outside or with the newer stats and an outdoor sensor.