We were impressed with the compactness and ease of operation when initially turning it on. The bucket is conveniently located in the front and is simple to remove and replace. There is a fitting on the back if one decided to hook up a hose (included) to drain the water into a floor drain or a pump if they needed to remove the water out a window, upstairs, or into a sink. Overall, the Danby 70 pint dehumidifier (Model: DDR7009REE) is a stylish machine that will fit nicely in basements or other living areas where mold and musty odors exist.
| PARAMETERS | STAR RATING |
| 1. Room Coverage Based on 24 Hour Moisture Removal | |
| 2. Noise Level | |
| 3. Low Temperature Operation | |
| 4. Quality of the Continuous Drainage Option Included (Ease of hose attachment, location above the ground to improve the flow of water w/ gravity and provides the hose) |  |
| 5. Bucket Capacity | |
| 6. Size, Weight and Maneuverability | |
| 7. Ease of Access to Bucket & to Remove and Replace | |
| 8. Energy Rating | |
| 9. Ability to Access Filter & to Remove, Clean and Re-install | |
| 10. Quality of Construction & Warranty | |
| 11. Value for the Price | |
Pluses:
- Low temperature operation and will effectively do the jobs in basements
- R410A refrigerant to protect the environment
- Auto restart when power is restored after an interruption
- Auto defrost to prevent the machine from freezing up and damage
- Removable washable filter to help reduce dust and dirt particles
Minuses:
- Will not dehumidify a large basement
Summary:
The Danby Premiere 70 pint model is a quiet, energy efficient answer to dehumidify a cool basement up to 1400 square feet in size. It is compact, attractive and easy to operate because of its digital controls and choice of settings. With the Danby you have the opportunity to set the desired humidity level while the digital display notifies you of the current humidity and room’s temperature. Finally, its airflow design allows one to locate it against the wall if desired.
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