Hi-E Dry 195-Pint Commercial Dehumidifier

Hi-E Dry 195-Pint Commercial Dehumidifier

The Hi-E Dry 195-Pint Commercial Dehumidifier is a bit heavy-duty for most residential use, but can be perfect for business owners who need to reduce moisture in warehouses or other types of small processing plants, or in aquaculture facilities. The high price may be off-putting for some, but energy efficiency and a reliable performance record make this dehumidifier a great investment.

Appearance and Design

While not much to look at on the outside, the flat grey casing and boxy shape of the Hi-E Dry 195-Pint Commercial Dehumidifier houses a highly efficient dehumidification system. Designed to work much like an air conditioning unit, the Hi-E takes in hot, wet air and cools it below the dew point, causing condensation to occur as air flows across the refrigerant coil within the unit. Eco-friendly refrigerant ensures peace of mind for those concerned about the planet’s ozone, and rolling casters make this unit nearly as portable as its smaller cousins.

Functionality and Use

The Hi-E Dry 195-Pint Commercial Dehumidifier is designed to dehumidify 540 cubic feet per minute. It features a drainage hose for the water produced by the dehumidification process – no impractically small water removal trays here! The hose makes installation of the Hi-E fairly permanent – although it can be moved, the unit would need to be shut off and detached in order to go very far. Buyers reported a high level of satisfaction with this model, and it performed reliably in a wide variety of humidity levels and conditions.

Model Limitations

Perhaps unsurprisingly, the heavy-duty nature of the Hi-E Dry 195-Pint Commercial Dehumidifier’s machinery and components does cause the unit to emit some heat while in use. Buyers have mentioned needing to purchase cooling units to counteract the heat produced, but said that it was preferable to tolerating excess humidity. In addition, the fan is quite loud – this is not a unit you would want to run inside a residential home! Replacement filters may be a bit expensive as well, but must be switched out regularly for the machine to function.

Customer Service and Warranty

The Hi-E Dry 195-Pint Commercial Dehumidifier is sold with a 1-year manufacturer’s warranty on all parts and labor. Once this expires, the compressor and refrigerant components are guaranteed for another 4 years, as long as buyers shoulder the cost of labor and/or shipping. Most customers did not make use of the warranty; with such a high price tag, this model should be expected to run reliably for at least 2-5 years without incident.

What Do Owners Say?

Customers were most pleased with the energy efficiency of this unit. It produced reliable, high-capacity dehumidification without excessively boosting energy bills, making the initial purchase price less of an investment in the long run. While some did mention the noise and unfortunate side effect of heat-generation, most customers seemed to think that the unit was well worth both a high price and some small inconveniences. One gentleman did express the desire for more easily available replacement filters, so perhaps research the accessibility of these before purchasing the unit.

For those with high-capacity needs and a plump pocketbook, the Hi-E Dry 195-Pint Commercial Dehumidifier is a solid, high-performance choice!