I don't know if this applies to any other thermostats, but the manual for the Repti temp 500r says not to plug it into a power strip. Why is this? It seems like a good power surge could fry the thing in the on position. I have light dimmers plugged into the tstat as backups for my UTHs, but I would prefer not to risk losing my thermostat.

Any input/experience would be appreciated.