Is it correct that this "Basement Dehumidifier" is only a fan venting out the basement's humid air and replacing it with the in-home air conditioned - dry air - Thus, is the main home AC the actual dehumidifier? Then, is it correct that the basement humid air is replaced by the air-conditioned air, which is replaced by the outside humid air entering the home through any unknown hidden cracks that in time will grow moldy leading to more costly complications? Is it correct that the home's Air Conditioner will work harder, consuming more power? Then, why is this unit called dehumidifier when in fact is only a fan moving basement air to outside? Is it correct that this "Basement Dehumidifier" is only a fan venting out the basement's humid air and replacing it with the in-home air conditioned - dry air - Thus, is the main home... » Read More Is it correct that this "Basement Dehumidifier" is only a fan venting out the basement's humid air and replacing it with the in-home air conditioned - dry air - Thus, is the main home AC the actual dehumidifier? Then, is it correct that the basement humid air is replaced by the air-conditioned air, which is replaced by the outside humid air entering the home through any unknown hidden cracks that in time will grow moldy leading to more costly complications? Is it correct that the home's Air Conditioner will work harder, consuming more power? Then, why is this unit called dehumidifier when in fact is only a fan moving basement air to outside? « Show Less
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I've been running it the past 3 months and for the first time I don't have black mold on the floor finished basement floor. It probably works by constantly moving air through the basement so it doesn't have as good of a chance at leading to mold and the musty smell. It uses only up to 60 watts so its very efficient. It dehumidifies because when you exhaust the moist basement stale air it has to be replaced by the upstairs air which is usually drier. the upstairs air should be drier regardless if you are running the AC.
668507
I think you're correct. However, if you wanna get rid of a musty smell and mold in the basement this will do the job, if you're willing to pay more !money for your air conditioning. Your conditioning will compensate for any moldy air creeping in through the cracks of your house. this is my assumption, but I do know that the fan/ventilation system does work for conditioning your basement!
2004035
The fan that cools the compressor and condenser coils blows out warm (not hot) air when the compressor is running. The fan continues blowing for a while after the compressor stops. This is the way all refrigeration systems work, and a dehumidifier is essentially a small refrigerator that collects the condensation on the evaporator coils. You just need to make sure you have enough room around the unit for proper air flow.
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I have purchased dehumidifiers from box stores in the past that did not do anything but run.this thing actually works - it did dry my basement which is unfinishedI put it on 4 cement blocks just incase the sump pump quits and I get another indoor swimming poolbefore this I was thinking of just stocking the basement with fish so I wouldn't have to go outside when the weather was badI also purchased a small heater with a thermostat which also helped dry things.
1242722
For cooling it does need to be vented out. The dehumidifier or fan can be run without venting.
1166158
In my experience, the air dryer "removes" moisture in the air by maintaining a constant low heat level and evaporating the moist air - low energy consumption, safe to use 24/7, and no maintenance or cleaning. Dehumidifers are usually designed to collect moisture in the air into some sort of built in container and require more energy and maintenance and cleaning.
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Depends on where you live.We live in Pittsburgh where it is pretty humid. It still works, but it needs an intake, so you have to have a window or something open. You can adjust the waterflow with a knob.More humidity=lower waterflow so you do not increase humidity of room. We put a dehumidifier behind it near the intake too sometimes. The fan is powerful, the machine itself is lightweight and on wheels.
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it might, the problem is if you are putting air through a wall, the air from one side has to be replaced with air from somewhere else, and the air going into the other room has to displace air in that room, so if you have doors/hallways/etc. that will allow air to "circulate". Kind of hard to explain but in my situation I had a similar instance where I had a dehumidifier in a room and I wanted that air to go into the room next to it, so I installed this fan in the wall that separates the two rooms. I leave the door open in the room with the dehumidifier and the door open in the room where I want the air to go to, this allows air to travel back to the room where the dehumidifier is located, the fan helps to create circulation of air between the rooms. Hopefully this makes some sense, if you have two completely sealed off rooms the trick will be to get air that can flow back to the room where the fan is pulling from. I ramble, good luck, my fan is working great and runs 24 hours to help with my dehumidification in my basement rooms.
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I believe the reason there is some confusion around the fan running when the compressor shuts down is due to the unit killing the compressor when the coils freeze. If you have a basement that is in the 60's, often times the coils will freeze and the dehumidifier will shut off till they defrost. I've noticed it once over the last week.In short, when the humidity hits the set amount, fan and compressor will shutoff. When dehumidifying, the compressor may shutoff to defrost the coils and the fan will continue to run (helping to defrost the coils).
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I have had this model for about 3 months. The fan does run even after the preset humidity has been reached, but there is a timer setting ( that frankly I haven't completely figured out) that allows some control.I've found the dehumidifier works great and the automatic built in pump feature is wonderful. I also have found that the electrical usage is reasonable.I'd buy this again, even though I'd prefer it if the fan shut off when the dehumidifier does.
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It can be used in the home but will still only cool to the manufacturer's noted square footage. I do use mine in the garage where an A/C would not make sense because of the cost and cooling loss. I would only use it in the house for brief periods as it does add moisture into the air (making it more humid inside), would only drop the inside temp a little as compared to outside temps, and it is a bit loud for indoors. No complaints on its function in my garage where it has kept it very cool for the price. Hope that helps.
1793012
I really don't know but I think it is when the unit changes mode, as when increased temperature calls for air conditioning rather than dehumidfying. It is very noisy.
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Absolutely not as long as the rooms are connected. The air that is dehumidified will act as a sponge and draw in the moist humid air from the adjacent rooms. They do sell a duct kit which serves as a way for you to operate the dehumidifier in an area outside of your living space for aestethic purposes. If you have a finished basement with a utility area, you can mount the dehumidifier behind the wall and duct it in to the living space. I have done that very thing myself and it is a fantastic way to permanently install the unit. When deciding on placement keep in consideration that the dehumidifier must drain into either a sump pit or a condensation pump close to your central air system. Absolutely not as long as the rooms are connected. The air that is dehumidified will act as a sponge and draw in the moist humid air from the adjacent rooms. They do sell a duct kit which serves as a way for you to operate the dehumidifier in an area outside of your living space for aestethic purposes. If you have a finished basement with a utility area, you can mount the dehumidifier behind the wall and duct it in to the living space. I have done that very thing myself and it is a fantastic way to permanently install the unit. When deciding on placement keep in consideration that the... » Read More Absolutely not as long as the rooms are connected. The air that is dehumidified will act as a sponge and draw in the moist humid air from the adjacent rooms. They do sell a duct kit which serves as a way for you to operate the dehumidifier in an area outside of your living space for aestethic purposes. If you have a finished basement with a utility area, you can mount the dehumidifier behind the wall and duct it in to the living space. I have done that very thing myself and it is a fantastic way to permanently install the unit. When deciding on placement keep in consideration that the dehumidifier must drain into either a sump pit or a condensation pump close to your central air system. « Show Less
1169011
Hi, This is an evaporative cooler; it has a built in circulating fan and pump. It cools by blowing room air over pads that evaporate the water into the air thus cooling the pads and the air flowing over them. The higher the humidity the less effective the unit is. It's better than nothing but I probably wouldn't buy it again. Regards, Merle
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The key is the humidity. Your air conditioner dehumidifies the house so it should have the effect as having an open window (which has the purpose of providing a source of dehumidified air.
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It adds moisture to the air which is better for you and your plants. Air condition dries out the air. But cooling by adding moisture / humidity only works if the air is dry - less than 50% humidity. It does not use chemicals like an air conditioner does. It also does not use a compressor so uses less energy. It is better for you and the environment, but does not cool as much. I greatly prefer it, but it's not for everyone or all places. They generally cool about 20° cooler than the air temperature. My first one sounded like waves. I loved it. The next one sounded a little like a fan plus some water gurgling. Not bothersome but as soothing as the first. It adds moisture to the air which is better for you and your plants. Air condition dries out the air. But cooling by adding moisture / humidity only works if the air is dry - less than 50% humidity. It does not use chemicals like an air conditioner does. It also does not use a compressor so uses less energy. It is better for you and the environment, but does not cool as much. I greatly prefer it, but it's not for everyone or all places. They generally cool about 20° cooler than the air temperature. My first one sounded like waves. I loved it. The next one sounded a little like a fan plus... » Read More It adds moisture to the air which is better for you and your plants. Air condition dries out the air. But cooling by adding moisture / humidity only works if the air is dry - less than 50% humidity. It does not use chemicals like an air conditioner does. It also does not use a compressor so uses less energy. It is better for you and the environment, but does not cool as much. I greatly prefer it, but it's not for everyone or all places. They generally cool about 20° cooler than the air temperature. My first one sounded like waves. I loved it. The next one sounded a little like a fan plus some water gurgling. Not bothersome but as soothing as the first. « Show Less
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I wish I knew. I have this and the manual says absolutely nothing about how to set this in dehumidifier mode....nor do I see anything on the display about % of humidity. Sounds like BS to me. I'm probably going to get a separate dehumidifier instead...considering the fact that dehumidifiers display the amount of humidity in the air. I have no idea why NewAir listed this as a dehumidifier. I understand that AC mode can serve as a slight dehumidifier, but that's not so concentrated on that function.
1995638
this dehumidifier is NOT quiet enough to use in a living room. it is designed to be in abasement. the fan works constantly to keep the air moving and hence remove thehumidity (which is what it is made for ). I researched dehumidifiers for basements andthis one is excellent for that application.