I just fired it up again and let it run for a good couple minutes. Double checked for leaks.

All of a sudden the outlet hose was full of condensation!! I was happy! Haha.

Ill hook it up when she starts shedding. I'm thinking as long as the top is kept covered. Which is already is. My humidity will jump up high enough. If not ill reposition some of her stuff and get the water dish right under the heat lamp. That should help.