hOmeLabs 1,500 Sq. Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier for Medium to Large Rooms and Basements
- 1,500 sq ft Dehumidifier - Our dehumidifier removes up to 22 pints (30 pint 2012 DOE standard) of moisture from the air per day. This moisture-removing, Energy Star certified beast is fit for medium to large rooms, to quickly and effectively absorb moisture without racking up your energy bill.
- Designed For The Modern Home - That most dehumidifiers are clunky eyesores is news to nobody. We designed with the modern consumer in mind: a sleek clean look, convenient built-in wheels and handles, and a quiet fan that won’t drown out your current binge-watching obsession.
- Super Easy To Use - Dehumidifiers don’t need to be complicated, so ours isn’t. Adjust to your ideal moisture setting, then let it run its continuous 24-hour cycle until the tank is full, at which point it will automatically shut-off. Don’t got time for that? There’s also a drain hose outlet for continuous draining. The hose is not included; we recommend a ⅝” diameter garden hose with an internal threaded end, and optionally Teflon tape for extra security
- Eliminates Moistness - Moist is a bad word. Our portable dehumidifier reduces moisture through its built-in pump compressor. It also features a Turbo mode that increases fan speed from Normal Air CFM 165 (cubic feet per minute) to High Air CFM 188 for maximum moisture removal
- Important Things To Know - Dehumidifiers emit heat when in use (that’s how they absorb the moisture). This product won’t work in the same room as an evaporative cooler, and is intended for any indoor space up to 1,500 square feet. It measures 15.2 x 10 x 19.7 inches, has a 1 gallon water tank capacity, and removes up to 22 pints of moisture from the air per day.
How to choose the dehumidifier
Do you have signs of excessive humidity in the home, such as mold on the walls or the constant appearance of condensation on surfaces? A dehumidifier can help alleviate the problem. The capacity to extract moisture and the size of the reservoir are aspects to be taken into account when purchasing.
- Housing in Portugal still has very significant problems and construction deficiencies that are difficult to resolve, which are one of the main causes of excessive humidity in houses.
- Another problem is the general lack of systems that promote the renewal of indoor air in homes.
- These two factors lead to very high levels of relative humidity inside the houses, which can lead to associated problems such as mold and fungus formation, damage to materials and, most importantly, health problems.
On the one hand, the solutions to some deficiencies in the construction of buildings require interventions of great technical complexity and high costs and, therefore, are put aside.
On the other hand, the installation and operation of mechanical ventilation systems in homes continues to be a solution little seen and adopted in Portugal.
It is for these reasons that the natural ventilation of homes through opening windows, for example, is of great importance.
Although it does not guarantee, from the outset, that the indoor air quality is at ideal levels, it is better to ventilate a house in this way than to do nothing.
Air conditioning and dehumidifiers
The air conditioners
and dehumidifiers can help to keep the relative humidity levels and controlled within optimal values (from 40 to 60%), reducing the possibility of appearance of mold, fungi and surface condensation.
They do not solve the problem at its source, but contribute to alleviating it.
In the case of dehumidifiers, before buying a device of this nature, always check the following features:
- volume of the environment to be dehumidified;
- temperature at which the device works;
- size and weight of the device (it should be light if it is to be used in different rooms);
- maximum moisture extracted (number of liters in 24 hours);
- reservoir volume and possibility of connection to the sewer for continuous drainage;
- possibility of automatic adjustment of the humidity level;
- presence of filters to purify the air;
- washable filters.
The capacity of the dehumidifier reservoir
where the water is stored is a factor to be analyzed.
If it's too small, you'll have to dump it more often, which is impractical.
- Dehumidifiers with daily extraction capacity between 10 and 12 liters are recommended for rooms between 20 and 25 square meters.
- For rooms between 35 and 40 square meters, a device with a daily extraction capacity between 16 and 20 liters is recommended.
- In both cases, the values for the area of the rooms are indicative and always depend on the relative humidity or the humidity released from the room.
Dehumidifier Functions
Dehumidifiers are equipped with various functions
.
Most have the warning
that the reservoir is full and the possibility of connecting the appliance to a sewer to drain the water.
But not all are sold with the necessary tubes, although these can be very short.
An important function, especially for those who live in cold areas, is the “
defrost control ”: it prevents the appliance from freezing if the room gets too low temperatures.
- The hygrostat is the component that measures and regulates humidity.
- Choose a device with a digital hygrostat : it reveals the relative humidity in the space and allows you to set the value you want.
- When this is reached, the device switches off.
- It turns on again when the moisture content exceeds that entered.
On models with a mechanical hygrostat, it is not possible to set the desired value.
You will have to turn the knob until you hear a click, indicating that the appliance is adjusted to the room's relative humidity.
From here, you can select a higher or lower level of relative humidity for the room by turning the knob one way or the other.
Some models do not have the possibility of regulating the relative humidity, operating in a fixed way to a value indicated by the manufacturer (generally, in the range of 40 to 60 percent).
If you want to use the equipment in multiple rooms, make sure it is not excessively heavy, to facilitate transport.
Having a handle or wheels can be helpful.
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these devices
They don't require much maintenance, but it's a good idea to take some precautions to ensure that they work properly.
Take precautions before storing the dehumidifier if you are not going to use it for some time.
Start by cleaning the filter and water reservoir.
Cover the equipment to prevent accumulation of dust and store it in a cool, dry place.
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on the procedures and periodicity of equipment maintenance operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a dehumidifier work?
- The dehumidifier has a fan that draws moist air from outside into the appliance.
- Once inside, the still humid air crosses a cold surface and part of the water contained in it condenses.
- The extracted water is collected in a container inside the dehumidifier that stores it for later removal.
- The now dry air passes through a semi-heated spiral to return to the outside through an air outlet of the equipment.
How should I use a dehumidifier?
- Make sure there are no curtains or furniture blocking the front or rear of the dehumidifier.
- It should be placed on a flat surface and in a place where air can circulate easily.
- Some manufacturers advise leaving at least 50 cm between the device and any other object.
- Close doors and windows in the room to keep out fresh air.
- In this way, you can dehumidify the room more quickly and efficiently.
How to maintain the dehumidifier?
- If you have children at home, make sure they do not introduce objects into the equipment's air inlets and outlets.
- Otherwise, they could damage it.
- Clean filters frequently, following the manufacturer's recommendation.
- Turn off the dehumidifier before cleaning it or the accessories.
- If it is a washable filter, make sure it is dry before putting it into the equipment.
