I hope someone see my comment here, even though it's so late...the power used is not related atall to the level of humidity. The compressor is using that current to run, and in turn, that relates to power consumption. The compressor does not think, care or make a decision based on humidity, it simply runs. It's either running, or not. Power draw can indicate compressor performance, especially when a power/current reading is done when new. That would give a baseline for future performance. If the power/current increases too much, it would indicate a need perhaps for a new start/run cap, or even a new compressor. It's a wise decision to measure a new unit as my new 70 pint was really a 50 pint, indicated by it's readings that matched not a 70 pint model, but the cheaper 50 pint model. If I hadn't used my Kill-A-Watt meter to measure, I might never discovered I had been cheated. All the labels were for the FAD704DWDE, but the measurements proved it was a 50 pint model's compressor. Happy New Year! Of course, if the unit keeps running, for example, if it's undersized, that will use more electricity, but because of the unit itself, but by running constantly.
I have 2 of these but I need to know about how to use the feature where you can hook up a hose so you don’t have to empty the bucket! Because this doesn’t work unless the hose is too long!
Our LG Dehumidifier recently died so I've been doing a ton of research before buying a new one. You give this Firgidaire FAD704DWD glowing reviews however I wonder if you were able to test the durability of the FAD704DWD. There are tons of awful online reviews that state the unit leaked water, was DOA, stopped working after a short period of time & several other complaints. I like the features offered on the FAD704DWD but I'm really concerned about all the negative online reviews.
I hope someone see my comment here, even though it's so late...the power used is not related atall to the level of humidity. The compressor is using that current to run, and in turn, that relates to power consumption. The compressor does not think, care or make a decision based on humidity, it simply runs. It's either running, or not. Power draw can indicate compressor performance, especially when a power/current reading is done when new. That would give a baseline for future performance. If the power/current increases too much, it would indicate a need perhaps for a new start/run cap, or even a new compressor. It's a wise decision to measure a new unit as my new 70 pint was really a 50 pint, indicated by it's readings that matched not a 70 pint model, but the cheaper 50 pint model. If I hadn't used my Kill-A-Watt meter to measure, I might never discovered I had been cheated. All the labels were for the FAD704DWDE, but the measurements proved it was a 50 pint model's compressor. Happy New Year! Of course, if the unit keeps running, for example, if it's undersized, that will use more electricity, but because of the unit itself, but by running constantly.
I have 2 of these but I need to know about how to use the feature where you can hook up a hose so you don’t have to empty the bucket! Because this doesn’t work unless the hose is too long!
Our LG Dehumidifier recently died so I've been doing a ton of research before buying a new one. You give this Firgidaire FAD704DWD glowing reviews however I wonder if you were able to test the durability of the FAD704DWD. There are tons of awful online reviews that state the unit leaked water, was DOA, stopped working after a short period of time & several other complaints. I like the features offered on the FAD704DWD but I'm really concerned about all the negative online reviews.
BronxBombers50 did they ever get back to you addressing your concerns?