I need a dehumidifier that will automatically turn on after a power failure - conflicting answering here - anyone know for sure?
516173
We have power interruptions here all the time. Mine comes on with the power, its the humidistat that would keep it from turning on immideately. Maybe that's where the confusion is.
516174
I believe the button will need to be manually pressed as the power does not come on to the unit just by plugging it in. If you have frequent outages, have you considered using a UPS (universal power supply) to connect it, which can keep it running during short outages... In which case if the power comes back on shortly thereafter you won't need to manually restart since it won't have quit in the first place?
516175
I plugged it into an outlet that is controlled by a switch. It came back on automatically when I switched it on and off. I'm guessing that means that it will also turn on automatically after a power failure.
516176
This model will not have an issue with power failures. Once you have the dial set . It will turn back on and keep running. The models wiith power buttons would not work
1454658
I wish I could help, but I've yet to open the box. That said, my experience with all dehumidifiers is that they do have an automatic shut-off ability.
1319106
I gave up on LG dehumidifiers. The original broke under warranty but it still cost me $75 to replace it. That was the service department charge to tell me it was shot. The replacement LG died within a year. I have switched to another brand which works well.
559406
No. I use a hydroflash system to detect and control Insteon devices. We had a 20 hr power failure recently. I came right up when power is installed. Doesn't you controller have battery backup?
1947465
We wrote our concerns to the particular fulfillment house that sent us the dehumidifier. They then directed us to the location of an approved appliance place for repair. When they said the dehumidifier was unable to be fixed, we contacted Danby. They made the remedy easy. we have a new dehumidifier, and it works like a champ. I do not expect it to die in a year. Hope this helps.
947982
According to the documentation, the unit will remain OFF after a power failure. I believe this is a safety precaution.
2079282
I don't think so. It will reset itself during a power failure (or being unplugged) back to the state it was in when it lost power.
141235
If you leave it plugged in, it will restart when power is restored. It supposedly has its own humidity control, so I can't answer if it will work with a humidistat. But for other reasons, I would not recommend this unit unless you are very handy and can play around with it to make it work in the first place. I have reviewed it at Amazon. Check it out.
1606886
I have run this dehumidifier since I received in 24 hrs a day. Sometimes it needs to be emptied once every 2 days and other times it will run for a couple of weeks before it needs to be emptied. It has an auto shut off, so we really don't pay any attention to it until we notice it is not running. I am sure it just depends on how much moisture you have where you are running it. We live in a 5th wheel camper and use it to keep the moisture off the walls when the heat is on. It is just what we need.
1642866
It will come on automatically when the humidty reaches a certain level (like after a shower). The wall switch can also activate it when you need to.
193643
True of any AC appliance, obviously, no power, no go. I live in a rural area where this is a frequent occurrence, so I have to maintain a landline just in case. Even if I used my generator, the wi-fi ISP I use does not, so in a matter of 4 hours, no phone service
545020
Yes the fan does. The unit does not turn on and off but the fan runs continually. The dehumidifier only runs when the humidity is above the setting you input.
781725
If you have a power failure, it must be turned on again when re-powerig-up your computer. For a simple shut-down or restart, you needn't do a thing.
1361979
Yes, you can run a dehumidifier with this controller and you would only need a auxiliary contact if the dehumidifier exceeds the rated amperage of the controller.
887398
The name of the product is Eva-dry Electric Petite Portable dehumidifier, I would assume it would plug into the wall, floor, or ceiling. Being called Electric is a clue to its power source. Not being named "Battery Operated" told me it is electric as I can find no crank on it for "hand power".
96146
I saw the other reply, which is consistent with what I remember. The dehumidifier lasted me for most of two seasons, after which the compressor ceased to produce any results, although it ran. It probably leaked all the refrigerant, and there is no practical way to recharge it. From what I have read, 2 years, sadly, is about all one can expect from these devices. By the way, I am trying a Frigidaire this time; I bought it four and half months ago, and it is still working; only time will tell if it has any more endurance than the Sunpentown; the features are nearly identical.
564403
There's a power override switch under sink you can easily switch to get water in power outage. love the faucet, wasn't sure at first, but very used to it now