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| About - GE ADER50LN |
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The GE ADER50LN is part of the dehumidifier test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, dehumidifier models like the ADER50LN are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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| GE ADEW50LQ (Walmart) | ||
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Approximate retail price:
$240
The Ratings applied to untested model GE ADEW50LQ (Walmart) come from our tests of model GE ADER50LN, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
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| GE ADEH50LQ (Home Depot) | ||
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Approximate retail price:
$260
The Ratings applied to untested model GE ADEH50LQ (Home Depot) come from our tests of model GE ADER50LN, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
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Approximate retail price:
$260
The Ratings applied to untested model GE ADER50LQ come from our tests of model GE ADER50LN, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
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| About This Brand |
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Models in the GE line range from 30 to 65 pints and are Energy Star qualified. Features include auto shutoff, electronic control and low temperature operations. GE's dehumidifiers are sold at Walmart, independent and regional appliances dealers, electronic stores, and online retailers. |
| Features & Specs - GE ADER50LN | |
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Tank size (pts.) |
16 |
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Claimed pts/day |
50 |
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Digital display |
Yes |
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Frost control |
Yes |
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Auto re-start |
Yes |
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Continuous fan |
No |
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By from
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
>>>BUYER BEWARE!!!<<<
1/11/2012
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
For 3-4 months these units work great. <br /><br />BUT THEN even with extremely careful use in a climate controlled, unfinished basement...<br /><br />I owned THREE of the previous model with the exact same features and specifications (except the Energy Efficiency Rating was a bit higher on the previous model) and FOUR of this model.<br /><br />On the three previous models one FAILED in two months, and the remaining two FAILED within 9 months. Apparently, there is a MAJOR PROBLEM with the design, parts, and/or assembly that allows the refrigerant to slowly leak from the system. Thus, after a few months (typically) the coils start to slowly frost over lightly when the compressor activates, decreasing moisture removal. Quickly, the problem worsens. Soon, the unit is CONSTANTLY frosting over, defrosting itself, frosting over, defrosting, etc when activated by the humidistat.<br /><br />On the four of the current model... One was Dead On Arrival. One, the compressor would never engage (even when set on Continuous). And, the remaining two began the constant cycling between frosting over and defrosting after only 4 or 5 months of use. <br /><br />In addition, on these two units the metal framing that holds the coils rusted EXTREMELY QUICKLY to the point that the water receptacle is now discolored bright red-orange AND chunks of rusted metal appear in collection bucket daily AND small rust flakes are expelled with the air from the top of the unit.<br /><br />Definitely NOT what one would expect from a dehumidifier that costs between $150.00-$200.00 PER UNIT.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By from
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
Great for a while
11/28/2011
Pros
Cons
Customer Service
Best Uses
Comment:
Bought this unit from [@] and installed it in my 700+ SQ FT basement in May. Worked great for five months. Never a complaint. It performed as well as a Kenmore that I had used in same space which lasted over ten years. Like others mentioned, at about 5 months it quit removing moisture and ran constantly. Called customer service to weigh options...they advised me that is was designed for a larger area and that they would not expect it to work properly in less than a 2000 sq. ft. area...Right...Now shopping for a replacement...
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
By from
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Excellent Dehumidifier...No Problems
11/6/2011
Pros
Easy to remove water
Great Value
Works just like it should
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
I tried a number of dehumifiers before I settled on the GE. I found it to be the best of the bunch for a 50 pint unit. It is relatively quiet (really none are very quiet) and it is easy to remove the bucket for water removal. It is quite accurate.I found my unit at [@]and saved a bundle compared to other stores. I also liked the Frigadaire unit at [@]but the price point on the GE was way better (I saved $50)..and the GE took out a bit more moisture per day. I don't have a drain line hooked up so I can't comment on that feature. The GE unit does exactly what its supposed to do and I am very happy with it.
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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