When not using the timer, does it shut itself off after achieving the target %? That is, will it run 330/615w continuously in a small dry room?
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From what I am understanding from Eva dry, after the target humidity of 55/60% has been reached, on the auto setting, only the fan runs to sample the air, until the humidity increases, then the machine changes to high speed. However with that said, it still looks like it still uses those 330 watts, I just started mine this morning also, if I'm reading the manual right, the whole machine shuts down after 10 hours even if the timer isn't set. I like the build of the unit, and the colection bucket is sturdy as well. Time will tel just how good it is also it started catching water about 20 minutes after starting the machine. I hope this has helped you, in your decision. Take care, and have an awesome spring and summer ahead.
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No. When it reaches target humidity it switches to fan only until the humidity comes back up. If you have it hooked to a hose instead of the reservoir it never shuts down completely. In a power outage, it will come back on at your selected settings when the power comes back on. That's why I chose this one. It is important to keep mold from growing when we leave for a month or two.
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I run the unit 24/7. That is what is recommended in the owners manual. The unit has a very low power consumption and I would like to get the maximum benefit possible. It is small and therefore portable,so it can be rotated room to room.
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We leave ours on as needed to get things dry. No problems. We used to leave it on 24/7, but our electricity bill got so high that we now turn it off when things are dry, and turn it back on to warm towels shortly before a shower.
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I'm curious about this too. I set mine for 370 and as soon as it reaches the temperature it turns off. SO frustrating.
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I set mine to 50 to 55. Don't know about the timer persay. All I know is that when it reaches what you set for the humidity then the compressor shuts off and eventually the fan.
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sometimes if you unplug it and then plug it back in it reverts back to a default humidity setting. check to see if the setting is below 65%. i intentionally put mine on 45% and just let it run. when it reaches 45% it still runs but the dehumidifier part is on standby until the level goes above 45%.
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I am convinced that the fan should shut off periodically, although there seems to be no way to know when it will shuit off or how long it will be off-just that it does. Don, your fan may be shutting off at night when you are asleep or when you are not home to notice it shutting off. It's funny because you are concerned that the fan runs continuously and my concern was that my dehumidifier fan did not run continuously. The first rep's statement that the fan needs to run inorder for the unit to monitor humidity made me think I had a defective unit. The starting of the fan seems to have nothing to do with humidity but may be related to the passage of time, if that makes sense. I am convinced that the fan should shut off periodically, although there seems to be no way to know when it will shuit off or how long it will be off-just that it does. Don, your fan may be shutting off at night when you are asleep or when you are not home to notice it shutting off. It's funny because you are concerned that the fan runs continuously and my concern was that my dehumidifier fan did not run continuously. The first rep's statement that the fan needs to run inorder for the unit to monitor humidity made me think I had a defective unit. The starting of the fan seems to have... » Read More I am convinced that the fan should shut off periodically, although there seems to be no way to know when it will shuit off or how long it will be off-just that it does. Don, your fan may be shutting off at night when you are asleep or when you are not home to notice it shutting off. It's funny because you are concerned that the fan runs continuously and my concern was that my dehumidifier fan did not run continuously. The first rep's statement that the fan needs to run inorder for the unit to monitor humidity made me think I had a defective unit. The starting of the fan seems to have nothing to do with humidity but may be related to the passage of time, if that makes sense. « Show Less
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Hello -- I'm not exactly sure what you mean by does it work after unplugging then plugging back in. If the unit is powered off (and I think it would have the same behavior if attached to a programmable timer) then you need to actually turn it on manually for it to run again after that. Its thermostat works so well that maybe you wouldn't need to attach it to the timed power. Just set the temp you want, it will run as much as it needs to in order to get to that temp, then it will "inactivate" but it starts up again if the temp in the room begins to drop. So if it were me I'd avoid the timed outlet/power strip.Kathy Hello -- I'm not exactly sure what you mean by does it work after unplugging then plugging back in. If the unit is powered off (and I think it would have the same behavior if attached to a programmable timer) then you need to actually turn it on manually for it to run again after that. Its thermostat works so well that maybe you wouldn't need to attach it to the timed power. Just set the temp you want, it will run as much as it needs to in order to get to that temp, then it will "inactivate" but it starts up again if the temp in the room begins to drop. So if it were me I'd avoid... » Read More Hello -- I'm not exactly sure what you mean by does it work after unplugging then plugging back in. If the unit is powered off (and I think it would have the same behavior if attached to a programmable timer) then you need to actually turn it on manually for it to run again after that. Its thermostat works so well that maybe you wouldn't need to attach it to the timed power. Just set the temp you want, it will run as much as it needs to in order to get to that temp, then it will "inactivate" but it starts up again if the temp in the room begins to drop. So if it were me I'd avoid the timed outlet/power strip.Kathy « Show Less
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Mine has been running 24/7 for three months now and there has been no problem. It automatically shuts off when the tank is full, so you don't need a timer. It never gets hot and it is very quiet. I forget about it most of the time until I see the full light on. It works great!
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Yes, this machine has a low water level shut off design. I personally, use the timer function on mine & don't leave it running when I'm leaving the house. To me, anything that has a heating element/ electric is a potential fire hazard. I also keep mine on the low setting & the distilled water seems to last quite a while. This fills my office (large room) with a nice fragrance. Lemongrass EO is my favorite to use in it. I hope this is helpful to you.Have a blessed day!
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I have never used the timer. I keep it on continuously. If I forget to fill it, it just cuts off. No problem.
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If u don't set the timer, it will run continuously. You can control the number of hours it will run with both the timer or in the sleep mode..So far, I have been 100 per cent satisfied with the unit.
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I just received mine June 1, 2015. The fan does shut off, but only for about 30 seconds when the compressor is not running. I would rather it ran all the time as it is hard on the fan to start and stop. It could cause premature fan failure. Unit does a great job. I had 79% humidity and down to 51% in one day in a new basement.
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Mine has been on for about a month straight, and a timer is no problem. It's the same as if you were to switch the power on and off yourself.
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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.
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I have not put a timer on mine , but after your question, I tried programming in different cplot,and modes,then cut the power with a wall switch, and it has come back on in the same mode.
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Without power the timer doesn't work. You would have to reset it like a clock.