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If you've invested in a good dehumidifier, it might achieve your target level of relative humidity sooner than you were expecting, which might make you think it's not doing its job. If you find yourself having issues or are shopping for a reliable dehumidifier, read on to learn how to troubleshoot dehumidifier problems. Common problems with dehumidifiers If you’re pulling out 15 to 20 litres per day, the dehumidifier needs to have a tank with the capacity to handle it or you will be emptying it out every few hours. Three litres is the absolute minimum, while five or six litres will give you a bit less emptying to do. Is there anything else worth looking out for?

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Try to position your dehumidifier in the centre of the room Don't position the machine right next to walls, curtains or furniture. As with any device, every now and again you might find that your dehumidifier does not appear to be functioning correctly. Typical problems encountered can include frost on the coils, a leaking tank, noisy operation, little or no water being collected, no air coming out of the unit, a bad smell, and a faulty humidistat. One of the most common issues encountered is that it just won’t run at all. It’s bad for you because bugs and mould love high humidity levels. Dust mites and mould spores thrive and can trigger allergies, skin irritation and respiratory problems such as asthma. Moods and general wellness can also be affected.

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Compressor dehumidifiers work in much the same way as a fridge or freezer. They draw in air and cool it, condensing any moisture as it passes across a refrigerated coil. The water then drips off into a water tank below, while the air is reheated and released into the room. Compressor dehumidifiers can be noisy and may use more energy than other types, although new compressor technology and refrigerants are bringing improvements on both counts. They’re most efficient at warmer temperatures of 20°C and above, and your best bet if you need to remove lots of moisture from a larger space. Peltier dehumidifiers also cool the air and condense the moisture content into water, but they do it using a cold heat-sink rather than a compressor. They’re not as effective as compressors, removing smaller amounts of water in a given time, but they’re quieter and more energy-efficient. Peltier dehumidifiers tend to be compact, lightweight units designed for smaller spaces. High-capacity dehumidifiers are usually power-hungry and noisy, but the MeacoDry Arete One is designed to do more with less energy and a lower volume, topping out at 40dB during typical use and keeping consumption to around 200W. In fact, both figures fall dramatically as humidity levels start to drop. It’s an excellent dehumidifier for larger spaces and, unlike most compressor models, will work at temperatures of between 5 and 25°C.

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A complete failure was the most commonly recorded issue. A broken auto function or humidistat, uncomfortable noise levels and leaky water tanks were among the other problems raised. Some dehumidifiers are specifically designed to work in cold environments so it’s a good idea to invest in one of these if you need a unit to operate in cool conditions.This varies according to the design, size and extraction rate. Generally speaking, desiccant dehumidifiers use more energy per hour than a compressor model, but can also work more effectively at removing moisture, which means costs tend to even out. One of the most commons issues that many people run into is that their dehumidifier is making too much noise. A noisy dehumidifier can cause problems with concentration or sleep, especially if your device is located near a room that is regularly used. However, as many people do not know what a dehumidifier should sound like, they ignore these warning signs. If the humidistat or auto function is genuinely faulty, though, the dehumidifier won't have the right information to adjust itself to the conditions in your room.