Does the Danby dehumidifier stop running after humidity reaches its target level or does the fan continue to keep running as with some other makes?
1165451
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.
1165452
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.
1165453
The fan keeps running, otherwise it wouldn't be able to keep an accurate humidity level in the area it is being used. The fan on this model seems to be more quiet than my previous dehumidifier. I hope this helps.
1567403
The fan on my machine turns off when the reservoir is full. I don't think the RH ever gets low enough in NC to know if the fan keeps running or not.
865997
The unit is a simple switch. You set the humidity at the desired level, and the switch CLOSES when it reaches that level. Your outside H<50% won't turn on the fan, it will turn off the fan. But you could have the outside H<50% control a relay to do this I think.
2208452
I have this fan attached to my basement radon-abatement system. It draws from beneath the concrete floor (in the earth) and pipes it up above my roof. The blower fan is outside my house. My system does not deal with humidity issues. My first fan lasted 8 yrs.
545019
Yes the fan runs continuosly. Compressor runs as needed to dry the air. Is a very quiet unit.
2130341
When the humidity level you chose is reached the mist turns off but the unit stays on.
785016
On my unit the fan will only turn off if the unit shuts down due to a full bucket. Otherwise the compressor cycles on and off depending on what you have the humidity control set at, but the fan runs all the time. Like the service rep told you, the unit won't know what the room humidity is if the fan isn't moving the room's air through the unit.
545023
The fan runs continuously, but the condenser only operates until the set level of humidity is reached.
1159786
The noise level of this dehumidifier is very quiet compared to any dehumidifier I've ever heard. The fan does run continuously so that the humidity level in the room is accurately monitored. To me the noise is like a fan on low or medium, depending on the speed setting of the dehumidifier. I hope this helps.
70238
Yes, it does. I leave it on the lower speed because it's slightly quieter, still removes the moisture, and I suspect uses slightly less electricity. I find that I empty the unit about twice a day. Now that the air isn't so humid, I actually turn the unit off so the fan doesn't run constantly. The fan does turn off when the water bucket fills, though. I still recommend the unit. I hope this was helpful.
726197
I push the + and - buttons on the top to set the humidity level. Make sure your machine is on "normal". If it is set to turbo or continuous, it will run continuously instead of automatically shutting off when the humidity is low, so the + and - buttons don't work.
1466013
The part that sucks out humidity stops running, but the fan does not. If you use the tank without the drain pipe, it will stop when it is full. Have to be in an open area as it does throw off a lot of warmth. Not great during the hot summer months, so you can't put it close to the thermostat. It is better to run it till you are comfortable and then turn it off.
1584350
wait...think it might shut off fan if you hit the humidity level u request...could set it low enuf and i guess it would never reach shutoff
1591318
If you leave the switch on "on" it is ready to respond whenever a preset humidity level is reached. Switch to "off" momentarily and back to "on" and it will run for a preset amount of time and automatically shut off. But, since the switch is still in the "on" position, it has reverted to humidity sensing mode and will automatically respond, once again. I have put 5 of these fans in rental units and I couldn't be happier with them. Be sure to check the screen over the sensing unit (where the LED light is) and remove dust so it will stay efficient.
186902
I don't have my setup to empty into a drain but the unit I have does shut off completely when the desired humidity level is reached. I have been unhappy about this since the unit is not supposed to shut off completely (unless the water tank is full). I returned one unit after confirming with the manufacturer that indeed the fan should continue running even when the compressor stops (once humidity level is reached). The second unit they sent me is doing the same thing as the first - shutting off and then clicking back on....which wakes me up at night.
1691235
I just checked my Dehumidifier unit and the Fan does shut off when the humidity is reached. My unit is running very well. I had two 40 Pint units and replaced them with one 30 pint unit in just the one room in the basement and it is easily maintaining the humidity level around 40 - 45%. Another point I will mention is that I received 2 checks today for the units that were recalled due to overheating. My 2 units did not overheat, but I guess it might have happened eventually. They were a few years old.
1995634
I would not get this for the living part. The fan is always on and never turns off. So once you achieve your humidity level, the compressor shuts off but the fan is still on. I don't believe there is a way to turn the fan off. This is good for the basement to keep air moving. Some dehumidifiers shut off completely once the humidity level is reached. all will be somewhat loud like a window air conditioning unit. Most of the time, you will not need a dehumidifier in a living part of the house as long as you have an air conditioner.