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Studies show that as much as 50% of the air in your home travels up from your basement or crawl space. This air is often higher in relative humidity than your indoor air and it can carry with it musty odors and symptom-triggering allergens such as mold spores, mildew, bacteria, and dust mites. Moreover, too-damp air in your crawl space or basement can damage your home's infrastructure, flooring, furniture, and electromechanical systems. That's why it is so important to keep these areas dry and clean. The Santa Fe Compact 2 Dehumidifier can help you do just that.
The Santa Fe Compact 2, also known as Santa Fe Model #4033600, is a powerful dehumidifier designed for use in basements and crawl spaces. With a horizontal configuration and a flow-through design, this unit removes excess moisture from the most compact of crawl spaces and the tightest basement areas. The unit removes approximately 70 pints of moisture under the American Home Appliance Manufacturers' (AHAM) industry-standard conditions of 80 degrees F at 60% relative humidity. That's enough to cover medium-sized basements and crawl spaces measuring up to 1,600 sq. ft.
For larger crawlspaces, you may want consider the Santa Fe Max Dry Dual XT Dehumidifier.

The Santa Fe Compact crawl space dehumidifier measures only 21 in. wide by 12 in. high by 12 in. deep. Never before has such a powerful dehumidifier been available in such a small package. This unit allows you to conserve your valuable crawl space and basement space. When available space is particularly tight, the Compact is actually small enough to fit in between floor joists. And with the optional Hang Kit, the unit can even be suspended from above in between floor joists.
Using this unit as a basement dehumidifier is simple. All you have to do is plug in the unit and direct the gravity drain hose to where you would like the collected water to be drained. This may be a nearby drain, through a doorway, or out a window. One optional installation technique involves ducting the unit. Ducting the Santa Fe Compact 2 in your basement allows you to hide the unit away in a storage closet or place it where it is most convenient for you and run ductwork to and from your space. You can also choose to remove moist air from one room and discharge dry air into an alternate room, if desired.
Crawl space air vents are often not effective enough to control humidity year-round. As you may imagine, when hot moist air enters the crawlspace through a vent, the air will cool and release moisture. Therefore, a sealed crawl space – coupled with a reliable crawl space dehumidifier – is the best way to maintain a dry and healthy environment. A three-step installation process is recommended for total humidity control in your crawl space:
As an additional option, you may also choose to run ductwork to the far ends of a crawl space to force air circulation.
There are a variety of accessories available that help tailor this unit to fit your specific application. You can choose from ducting kits, hang kits, caster kits, and condensate pump kits to be sure that this unit will fit your installation needs. In addition, an optional remote dehumidistat can also be used with this unit. It functions similar to a thermostat for an air conditioner. The dehumidistat is activated when the moisture level in a separate space rises above a specific threshold.
If gravity drainage is not a possible option for eliminating the collected water in your application, a condensation pump kit is available. The Compact dehumidifier is easily adaptable to use a condensate pump, and this will give you the option of running the drain hose up and out of a window or around a doorway to your yard or garden. These pumps are energy-efficient and work with a float switch that allows the pump to run only when needed.
The Santa Fe Compact 2 comes standard with a MERV-8 air filter. The air filter protects your investment and ensures that it will perform at its best for years to come. This filter should be changed between 6 months and a year, depending on your level of pollution.
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ENERGY STAR RatedThe Santa Fe Compact is Energy Star-rated, meaning that it is an energy-efficient choice that is good for your finances and for the environment. Products with the Energy Star label have the special distinction of being high energy-saving appliances that don't sacrifice performance, style, or quality. Choosing an Energy Star product means you get the results you want without creating pollution or consuming excess energy. The Compact produces over 4 pints of water per kilowatt-hour, resulting in high-efficiency operation that saves you money. |
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This unit comes with a Free Digital Humidity Gauge & Thermometer (by mail-in rebate). |
| Recommended For | Medium-sized basements and crawl spaces |
| Manufacturer-Stated Capacity | 70 pints |
| Practical Room Size | 1800 Sq. Ft. |
| Manufacturer-Suggested Room Size | 1800 Sq. Ft. |
| Capacity at AHAM | 70 pints |
| Capacity at Saturation | 140 pints |
| Height | 12 in. |
| Width | 12 in. |
| Depth | 21 in. |
| Weight | 55 lbs. |
| Lowest Operating Temperature | 49 º F |
| Internal Condensate Pump | No |
| Continuous Drain Capable | Yes |
| Length of Drain Hose | 8 ft. |
| Ductable | Yes |
| Water Container | No |
| Full Bucket Auto-Shutoff | No |
| Automatic Defrost | Yes |
| Cubic Feet Per Minute | 150 Cu. Ft. per Min. |
| Auto-Restart on Power Failure | Yes |
| Controls | Manual |
| Washable Air Filter | Yes |
| Replaceable Air Filter | Yes |
| Refrigerant Type | R-410A |
| Number of Fan Speeds | 1 |
| Maximum Noise Level | 63 dB |
| Casters | No |
| Amperage | 5.1 Amps |
| Watts | 580 W |
| Voltage | 115 V |
| Energy Star-Rated | Yes |
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I bought this dehumidifier to keep my basement workshop dry. My application is challenging because the environment can be dusty sometimes (from woodworking), which can clog up the evaporator of unfiltered units. My...Read complete review
I bought this dehumidifier to keep my basement workshop dry. My application is challenging because the environment can be dusty sometimes (from woodworking), which can clog up the evaporator of unfiltered units. My understanding is that the wood dust is corrosive, which might explain why my previous units only lasted about 2 years each.
The Santa Fe Compact has a nice filter system which should help keep the evaporator coil clean. I also like the ducting feature - I use this to pull air from the cleanest corner of the workshop and blow the dry air into the dustier part of the workshop. This helps with air circulation and should also help protect the evaporator from dust. I hang my dehumidifier from the ceiling joists, which keeps it out of the way and makes it easy to gravity drain the water to a floor drain. The hang kit is sturdy and includes some rubber bits that reduce vibration from being transmitted to the joists (keeps the noise level down).
When I bought this unit, I was impresssed that both Sylvane and ThermaStor (parent company of Santa Fe) had folks that answered the phone and were actually able to answer technical questions. It's unfortunate, but this kind of basic customer service is getting rare. I was also happy to find out that the Santa Fe Compact is made in the USA; I really resent sending my money overseas, especially in this tough economy. So far the only quirk I have noticed with this dehumidifier is that it sees to cycle on and off more frequently than its predecesors. Now that the humidity level is stable, it runs for about 1 to 2 minutes and then shuts off for about 3 to 4 minutes and repeats. I hope that this frequent cycling does not have any impact on the durability. So far though, it is able to maintain a very steady humidity level in my workshop. It has been running now for about a month.
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After wiring a circuit in the cellar for this unit to run on and setting up a spot for it, I plugged this unit in, turned it on, and got the worst grinding sound...Read complete review
After wiring a circuit in the cellar for this unit to run on and setting up a spot for it, I plugged this unit in, turned it on, and got the worst grinding sound I've ever heard from it. The unit was level and had been allowed to sit for four hours (more than enough time for the refrigerant to run into its sump).
After being able to get a hold of no one from either Sylvane or Therma-stor (the manufacturer), I violated the warranty and removed the back cover of the machine. The source of the awful grinding noise was immediately obvious. A sheet metal box containing most of the electrical controls for the unit was loose and rubbing on the radial fan in the unit. (As a side note, this control box has a mechanical hygrometer/thermometer atop it with a multitude of dip switches on it. Don't move any of the switches. They're set where they're supposed to be at the factory.) I tugged the electrical box back as far as I could, but the clearance between the fan and box was never more than 1/16" or so. However, that was enough to get rid of the interference with the fan and allow the unit to operate.
After three months of use, the electrical enclosure managed to vibrate forward and engage the fan again. Since I didn't want to completely disassemble the unit to resolve this, I braced the electrical enclosure away from the fan with a pair of foam rubber shapes cut from a "Wacky Noodle" pool toy I picked up from Dollar General for a buck-fifty. Now the electrical box can't move. So far, the unit is working reliably again. Time will tell.
If anyone is considering this dehumidifier (or is wondering how to fix one that's grinding) and would like pictures detailing the quick and easy repair, email Clutch.Drofab@GMail.com.
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Got the Santa Fe after all the other foreign units had died after two years. A bit of a price jump but if it delivers on performance it will be worth it. Plugged in after receiving it and lowered the humidity from 75% to 45% in 3 days. We have a lot of storage in basement and it is important to keep moisture levels down. This unit is compact and feels like it is built for the long haul.
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I gave four stars because the energy efficiency has not been determined yet. I will say that our crawl space has never been drier. I am very pleased with it's performance.
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Currently using this product in basement. So far very effective really pulls the musty smell from our lake house.
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After throwing money away on cheaper units that never could bring down the humidity level, I invested in the Santa Fe and I'm very pleased with the results.
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purchased to dry out a damp crawl space which had been closed up with standing water and black mold in joist spaces. After remediating the mold I installed this unit. No more dampness. No more mold. It is quiet and very efficient compared to a normal room dehumidifier. Runs seldom now. I drain it into a Little Giant lift pump which pumps into an overhead trapped drain. Perfect.
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Fits perfectly in a very tight space, out of the way and keeps my basement at 48%-50% humidty with no problem. Just set it up, clean the filter, and forget it.
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This product is easy to install - sits up in the basement ceiling with a drain through the exterior wall. It is not cheap but I have had many standard dehumififiers that have failed - iced up, burned out, or failed to start. This took my 1600 sq ft basement to 47% humidity very quickly. It is quiet and reliable. I have recommended it to quite a few people.
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My house, which dates to the 1830s, is very small, so I must depend upon dry storage in my otherwise clammy basement. I had witnessed the difference in air-quality a Santa Fe unit had made in a friend's house of similar vintage; when I bought and restored my property, there was no question that I would buy one of my own. I could not be more satisfied. I am uncertain of the effect on my electric bill, but while I'm not exactly made of money, whatever it is, it's worth it.
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Use in a crawlspace with limited space. Unit fits perfectly with the hanger kit. Simple controls yet industrial strength materials and quality. My first unit leaked, Sylvan replaced it with a new one without any questions or delays. Kudos to Sylvane!!! Will buy again from these folks.
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Much more efficient, quieter, and better made than the el cheapo LG model I bought previously.
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