If you’ve purchased a new dehumidifier, you may be surprised to find out that there are many reasons why your dehumidifier is not collecting water. In this article we’ll discuss some of them so that you can fix the problem quickly and ensure that it doesn’t happen again!
You may be surprised to find out that there are many reasons why your dehumidifier is not collecting water.
You may be surprised to find out that there are many reasons why your dehumidifier is not collecting water.
- You may have chosen the wrong size of machine for your space
- You may have chosen the wrong spot for it to sit.
- You may have chosen the wrong location for it to sit (a basement, an attic).
- You may have chosen the wrong size of bucket as well!
Check the bucket to ensure it’s not full or clogged.
If the bucket is full or clogged, you’ll need to empty it and restart your dehumidifier.
If the bucket is full of water, empty it and start up your dehumidifier again. If there’s no water in the bucket when you restart your unit, it may be that there was too much moisture coming out of a room before being removed by an existing drain. In this case, removing some insulation around those areas will allow better airflow through them and prevent any more moisture from building up inside them (this can also help reduce mold growth).
Check the surrounding area to ensure that the dehumidifier is free of obstructions, like furniture.
Before you can troubleshoot your dehumidifier, it’s important to make sure the surrounding area is free of obstructions. For example, if there is furniture or other objects that could be blocking air from entering the machine, then your device might not work properly. You should also check for any gaps or openings in the wall where air can pass through easily. You don’t want anything blocking this route and causing a dead zone for your dehumidifier!
It’s also important to make sure that there are no holes or gaps in any walls where moisture can seep through into other rooms during operation (this happens most often with condensation).
Check to ensure that you’ve chosen the right size of machine for your space.
If your dehumidifier is running but not collecting water, it may be because you’ve chosen the wrong size of machine for your space. An undersized machine will not be able to work effectively, which means that it’ll use more energy and require more maintenance than necessary.
Don’t worry! We’ve got some tips to help you choose a dehumidifier that fits into your home’s needs perfectly:
- Make sure that all parts of the unit are compatible with each other and with other components in your home (such as AC vents or ductwork). This will ensure that none of these parts interfere with each other’s performance;
- Make sure there isn’t any clearance issues between any walls or furniture pieces; if there is, then try moving them around until everything feels comfortable enough for operation;
- Once again: make sure there aren’t any clearance issues between any walls or furniture pieces; if there is then try moving them around until everything feels comfortable enough for operation
Make sure you’ve chosen a spot where it can access air flow properly.
Make sure you’ve chosen a spot where it can access air flow properly. For example, if your dehumidifier is located in an area of the home that is always warm and humid, it may not work as well as one in a cooler room. If your dehumidifier is located near an AC vent, make sure there are no obstructions between them so that they can freely exchange air molecules (see below).
Examine the condensation coil and clean if necessary.
The condensation coil is the part of your dehumidifier that collects water. If it becomes clogged, you won’t be able to remove any moisture from the air.
To clean the condensation coil:
- Turn off your dehumidifier and unplug it from its power source (if applicable).
- Remove all covers and panels that may be covering other parts of your unit.
- Take note of where each panel goes so you can put them back correctly when finished with this step.
Examine the fan blade and clean if necessary.
First, check the fan blade for dust or debris. If it’s dirty, clean it with a damp cloth. Make sure the fan blade is straight and not bent. If your dehumidifier won’t collect water because of a bent or crooked fan blade, use a screwdriver to straighten it out as much as possible before attempting to run again (this may take several cycles).
There are lots of things that can go wrong with a dehumidifier but they’re usually easy to fix
There are lots of things that can go wrong with a dehumidifier, but they’re usually easy to fix. If you have any questions about how to fix your dehumidifier yourself, or if you need help from a repair person, don’t hesitate to contact us!
It’s important to know how to properly troubleshoot any issue before trying to fix it yourself so that you get the most out of your machine.
Conclusion
That’s all I can think of. If you have any other questions, please leave a comment below and I’ll be happy to answer it!
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