Question
Why is the air coming out of my dehumidifier warmer than the air in the room?
Answer
This is perfectly normal for a condensation dehumidifier. However, the extent to which the air coming out of the dehumidifier warms up depends on the room temperature.
At high ambient temperatures (from around 25 °C), the compressor has to work much harder to cool the evaporator sufficiently. This generates more waste heat, which is why the air blown out may feel noticeably warmer.
At cooler room temperatures, such as those typical in winter, the unit operates less intensively. The warming of the air is then usually barely noticeable, if at all.
Where does the extra heat come from?
The heat is generated by the operation of the compressor and by the heat of condensation released when moisture is extracted. This energy is released back into the room air via the condenser.
Does this make the whole room warmer?
At high room temperatures, the room may warm up slightly as a result of the unit’s operation. At the temperatures typical in winter, this effect is usually barely noticeable in practice.
Is this inefficient?
No. In fact, the warming effect even has a positive side effect:
Warm air can hold more moisture.
This often allows the dehumidifier to continue working more efficiently.
Do you have any other questions that we haven’t yet answered? No problem – our advisory team will be happy to help: contact ecofort.
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