Whirlpool 70 Pint Dehumidifier

Whirlpool 70 Pint Dehumidifier

Whirlpool 70 Pint Dehumidifier

I just set this up, so these are all initial impressions (two days of operations):

GREAT build quality, seems to be solid and well made (other dehumidifiers I've owned have been cheaper in both cost and quality).

Relatively quiet, more like a fan than an air conditioner.

Easy set up, simple operation.

Good dehumidifying qualities, so far.

NOTE: the packaging to me is an embarrassment. I've never seen something delivered to me in a box that was so poor at protecting the unit. That said, the unit arrived without any scratches or damages (I opened it up while the UPS driver waited, just to be able to potentially document any problems). 

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• Three operating modes include normal, continuous and auto dry
• Soft-touch electronic controls allows you easily to control the humidity level in your home
• Digital display shows relative humidity, temperature and time
• Washable air filter with a "clean filter" indicator light
• Handle and caster wheels make moving this unit a breeze

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UPDATE: 11/19/2013 - This particular dehumidifier is not involoved in the September 12, 2013 Gree Dehumidifier Recall. That recall is only for the following Frigidaire models...FDB30R1, FDB50R1, FDB70R1, FDD25S1, FDF50S1, FDF70S1, FDL30R1, FDL50R1, FDL50S1, FDL70R1, FDL70S1, FDM30R1, FDR30S1

The last 5 dehumidifiers I have purchased (3 Kenmore dehumidifiers and 2 Frigidaires) have all failed within 5 years of purchase and 2 of the 4 have failed within a year of purchase. In my experience the reliability of dehumidifiers in general has diminished greatly over the years. So every time I have to purchase another, I do the research all over again and I find myself going in circles. All brands seem to have similar complaints having to do with longevity.
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