What kind of hose for a dehumidifier

This dehumidifier drain hose is heavy-duty and lasts for years thanks to its impressive durability. The hose is also UV-resistant, which is convenient for frequent outside use. Order Online.

At 10 feet, this dehumidifier drain hose is extra long, so it can work in a variety of situations. You can even ask it to pull double duty as a garden hose extender if you need extra length outdoors. The vinyl material is strong, making it suitable for both domestic and industrial purposes. Buy Yours Here. You could accidentally electrocute yourself. Detach the dehumidifier's water collection bucket by hand, lifting it away from the main assembly; the bucket is designed to be removed repeatedly, so no tools should be necessary for removal.

Locate the drain hose outlet. Since use of this outlet is optionalal, it is commonly covered with a rubber plug. Pull the plug out of the outlet and place it aside in a safe place. Insert a garden hose into the outlet on the rear of the dehumidifier. Carefully snake the hose through the appliance until it appears on the exposed front side. Push the garden hose end into the hose connector on the dehumidifier. Depending on the dehumidifier's manufacturer, the hose should either click or twist on.

Consult the owner's manual for specific attachment information. This connector should be hanging freely where the bucket used to reside. Normally, this connector allows water dripping from the coils to fall into the collection bucket.

Snake the other end of the hose to a nearby floor drain, sump pump or other runoff area. As the dehumidifier removes moisture from the air, it will have a constant stream of water leaving the hose.