Can you please tell me how to add freon to a dehumidifier?

Answer by  Anonymous

Dehumidifiers use Freon. It utilizes a sealed unit with not ports to evacuate and recharge so you must install saddle valves prior to any service work being done. First the leak must be repaired then the system evacuated and recharged. Usually the cost is more than the replacement.

Answer by  Anonymous

Apparently people are answering this question that have no idea what they are talking about. Unfortunately, it makes this website totally worthless. Do not believe most of the answers that have been posted to this question. Coolants ARE used in dehumidifiers. And I am also looking for an answer.

Answer by  mb (5482)

I think that you have your household appliances confused. A dehumidifer removes mosisture from the the air, people often use it in winter or in basements. Dehumidifers don't use freon, you are thinking of an air conditioner that cools the air. You need special training and tools to replace this freon, call a HVAC repair service.

Answer by  Anonymous

It should be evident though, that the closed circuit has a leak and you'll need to find it. But how? You'll start by installing an admission valve to your installation (in case there isn't - and usually there isn't) on the low pressure section of the circuit.

Answer by  Champ (552)

Pretty simple process, just open up the main panel on the top of the humidifier, it's clearly labeled, just unscrew the lid and add til full.

Answer by  Anonymous

warnings (continued): liquid freon entering the instalation will damage the compressor unit. explosion may occur if the installation is overfilled. try to use the same type of cooling agent as initially was used to prevent risk of explosion or fire. Now that you know "how", you would probably want_to_consult_a_technician ;)!

Answer by  Anonymous

weld all leaking spots. next, connect a vacuum pump to the valve and remove air from the installation. next, connect your freon source to the valve, and since you don't have any specialized instruments to monitor the preassure in the system , just add freon gass little by little until

Answer by  Anonymous

until you can see the air exchange portion of the spiral freezing up. leave it like that and give it a try. if no randament, add a little more freon. this is it, you're done. now please, make sure you read the final section containing warnings and suggestions

Answer by  Morgo (44)

Dehumidifiers don't use freon, air conditioners do, and besides freon can be very dangerous to use. Instead, use a vac pump to clear the charging line.

Answer by  Anonymous

Yeah, Nobody has a fkn clue! Go To Advance Auto and buy a can of R-134a + hose kit with a guage. They also sell an adapter kit that has 5 or 6 adapters that will screw on to about anything that uses freon. AC units, Refrigerators, Freezers and "DEHUMIDIFIERS"

Answer by  Anonymous

My Dehumidifier using freon. Tells you that on the label.

Answer by  laura27 (1216)

Dehumidifier doesn't use freon but an air conditioner do. A dehumidifier removes moisture from air and people uses it for the winter or in a basement. You're are describing an air conditioner type of problem. If you're a novice you need special tools to replace freon cause it is very dangerous to use. Call a HVAC repair service.

Answer by  zoey7014 (0)

Just buy another one, they are relatively cheap. Or get a window AC unit and add a hose to the drain. Good for all seasons.

Answer by  Anonymous

You sir are correct! been there done that

Answer by  Anonymous

Laura27 parafrazed mb. Unfortunately she gave the same worthless answer. Both of them have no clue; no idea what they're talking about. Beside that, suggesting someone who wants to get an answer on a "how to" type of question to go to a specialist is just plain ignorant. Furthermore ...