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Ranked as one of the most energy-efficient dehumidifiers on the market, the American-made Santa Fe Classic Dehumidifier is guaranteed to eliminate mold and mildew problems—and the musty smells that stem from them—in large, humid basements. This basement dehumidifier is capable of removing 110 pints of moisture per day under AHAM conditions (80 degrees F at 60% relative humidity) and approximately 220 pints of moisture per day at saturation (100% relative humidity). It dehumidifies spaces as large as 2,500 square feet and operates with an Energy Star-rated level of efficiency.
Please note that when shopping for a dehumidifier to use in large spaces, it is best to get a consultation for your specific environment. Please call our product experts at 1 (800) 934-9194 for a free consultation and product recommendation.
In many applications, the Santa Fe Classic, also known as the Santa Fe Whole Basement Dehumidifier or Santa Fe Model #4029700, requires virtually no assembly. Simply plug it into a standard 15-amp, 115-volt grounded outlet; attach the supplied drain hose; and route the hose to a nearby floor drain. If necessary, you can extend the drain hose using a 0.5-inch PVC pipe. PVC pipe is commonly available in 10-inch lengths from building supply, plumbing, and hardware stores. Because of the Classic's ability to collect large volumes of water throughout the day, it should be set up for permanent drainage.
Santa Fe Classic Healthy Basement Package - A Sylvane Exclusive!
As an option, purchase the Santa Fe Classic Dehumidifier Healthy Basement Package, a Sylvane exclusive, to get everything you need to keep your basement or crawlspace moisture-free and healthy. This package includes the standard package contents listed above as well as the additional items below.
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Acu-Rite Remote Thermometer / Hygrometer
- This monitoring device allows you to continuously monitor conditions in your basement or crawlspace from a remote location - such as upstairs in your living space.
- The Acu-Rite thermometer comes with one remote sensor. Up to 2 additional sensors can be purchased separately to function with the base unit.
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Santa Fe External Condensate Pump
- This pump works in drainage applications where gravity drainage alone isn’t possible.
- Provides up to 15 feet of vertical lift.
- Comes with mounting brackets for optional attachment to the dehumidifier housing.
How the Santa Fe Classic Works
This high-capacity residential dehumidifier uses a refrigeration system to remove moisture from incoming air. Air is pulled into the unit through an inlet located on top of its housing and cooled to below its dew point as it passes across an evaporator coil. As a result of this cooling process, moisture is condensed into a liquid and directed into the drain hose, where it can be deposited into a nearby drain using the force of gravity. Once the incoming air is cooled and dehumidified, it is used to pre-cool the next incoming air stream. This pre-cooling process increases the unit's efficiency by as much as 200%. Following the pre-cooling stage, processed air is reheated as it passes over a condenser coil and discharged back into your environment using the outlet located on the side of the unit.
Low-Temperature Operation
The Santa Fe Classic Basement Dehumidifier carries the advantage of low-temperature operation. Many mass-merchant dehumidifiers shut off or begin removing far less moisture than their ratings indicate when operating in the typically cooler conditions of a basement. Not so with this Santa Fe dehumidifier. This residential unit continues dehumidifying under its listed capacity in temperatures as low as 56 degrees Fahrenheit. This is made possible by a high-quality, built-in defrost system that prevents the buildup of frost and its negative effect on airflow.
Simple-To-Use Controls
Only two controls, a knob and a switch, are necessary to control the Santa Fe Classic. Use the manual knob located on the back of the unit to control the internal humidistat and turn the unit on and off. The humidistat boasts variable humidity settings—from 20 percent to 80 percent—so that you can find the optimal humidity level for your space. The dehumidifier also features a blower switch, which allows for continuous blower operation that is independent of the dehumidifier. This control can be used for comfortable air circulation.
Effective Air Filtration
To prevent dirt and dust from clogging the machine and allergens from being released back into the air, this Santa Fe dehumidifier is equipped with a foam pre-filter and a standard MERV-11 filter. MERV-11 filters capture particles that that are 1 to 3 microns in size—the typical range for mold spores and dust particles. The foam pre-filter is washable with a mild detergent while the MERV-11 filter can be vacuumed clean. Both filters should be changed every 6 months to a year, depending on how dirty they become.
Quiet Operation
The Santa Fe Classic does not produce an excess of noise. To determine this, we performed our own sound tests. From 6 feet away, the operating dehumidifier emits 58 to 62 decibels (dB) of sound—depending on where our sound meter was located in relation to the unit. This decibel range is loosely equivalent to that of quiet to normal conversation. However, since many sound levels are subjective to the human ear, if you find that the Classic isn’t as quiet as you would like, there is an optional muffler kit accessory available to reduce the machine's sound level.
Condensate Pump Option
As an alternative method of draining collected water, the Santa Fe Classic has an optional condensate pump kit (sold separately). This kit gives you the option of running the drain hose upward and out through a window, around to a doorway, or through a drilled hole to your yard or garden. Like the Santa Fe Classic, the condensate pump is energy-efficient. A convenient flow switch allows the pump to run only when needed in order to eliminate costly long-term operation.
Ducting Kit
A ducting kit is also available for the Santa Fe Classic. Ducting this unit affords you several options for dehumidifying multiple spaces at once. Ducting also allows you to conceal the dehumidifier in a storage space or place it where it is most convenient for you and run ductwork to and from your space. Unit setup options include:
- Leaving the dehumidifier un-ducted to dehumidify an open space.
- Ducting multiple rooms for air to flow back and forth between them.
- Ducting the air from one room and allowing the unit to discharge dry air into the room the unit is located in.
For additional information, review our Frequently Asked Questions on the Santa Fe Classic.
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The Santa Fe Classic Dehumidifier also comes with a Free Digital Humidity Gauge & Thermometer (by mail-in rebate). |
| Recommended For | Large basements |
| Manufacturer-Stated Capacity | 110 pints |
| Practical Room Size | 2,500 Sq. Ft. |
| Manufacturer-Suggested Room Size | 2,500 Sq. Ft. |
| Capacity at AHAM | 110 pints |
| Capacity at Saturation | 220 pints |
| Height | 36 in. |
| Width | 20 in. |
| Depth | 17 in. |
| Weight | 110 lbs. |
| Lowest Operating Temperature | 56 º F |
| Humidistat | Yes |
| Type of Humidistat | Analog |
| Internal Condensate Pump | No |
| Continuous Drain Capable | Yes |
| Drain Hose Included | Yes |
| Length of Drain Hose | 8 ft. |
| Ductable | Yes |
| Water Container | No |
| Full Bucket Auto-Shutoff | No |
| Automatic Defrost | Yes |
| Cubic Feet Per Minute | 275 Cu. Ft. per Min. |
| Auto-Restart on Power Failure | Yes |
| Controls | Manual |
| Washable Air Filter | Yes |
| Replaceable Air Filter | Yes |
| Refrigerant Type | R-410A |
| Fan Operation | Runs Only When Dehumidifying |
| Number of Fan Speeds | 1 |
| Maximum Noise Level | 62 dB |
| Casters | Yes |
| Amperage | 6.4 Amps |
| Watts | 720 W |
| Voltage | 115 V |
| Energy Star-Rated | Yes |
- Dehumidifier
- Power Cord
- 4 Caster Wheels
- Drain Hose
- Foam Pre-Filter and Pleated MERV-11 Filter
- Mail-In certificate for free digital humidity gauge
Manufacturer Warranty
5-Year-Limited warranty, including 1-Year Warranty on Parts & Labor; Remaining 4-Year Warranty on Sealed System Parts
Manufacturer Literature
Sales Brochure and Specification Sheet (Adobe PDF)
Product information and specifications chart for the Santa Fe Classic.
Owner's Manual (Adobe PDF)
Includes setup instructions, usage tips, safety notifications, and warranty information.
Optional Duct Kit Installation Instructions (Adobe PDF)
Information on installing the optional duct kit for ducted dehumidifier applications.
Remote Humidity Control Instructions (Adobe PDF)
Instructions for using the optional remote humidity controller in ducted applications.
Optional Condensate Pump Instructions (Adobe PDF)
Information on setting up the optional condensate pump for use with the Santa Fe Classic.
This dehumidifier is terrific and we have connected it directly into our sump pump so needs no emptying. The basement has already gotten less musty!
Odor and illness are gone!By: Jeffrey on December 15, 2011
We bought this unit to put in a new house we're building. Before it was finished, our current house had a musty smell and my wife and kids were getting sick constantly. As soon as they'd get better, they turn right around and get sick again.
I had three (3) smaller dehumidifiers in the basement, two were running and one was burned out. I installed this in the basement and within 1 hour this thing was cranking out the water. Within 4 hours you could smell the improvement in the house. Within 2 days, the musty odor was gone and everyone generally felt better and even looked better.
This thing is the real deal. If you are serious about eliminating dampness (and all the nasty stuff associated with it) in your living space, do yourself a favor, drop the coin for this baby and never look back.
Already purchased 2!By: Nick on December 15, 2011
I purchased the Santa Fe Classic Dehumidifier after it was recommended to me by a representative of a major company that specializes in the installation of drain tile systems to prevent water infiltration in basements. This representative offered me a consultation about the humidity in my basement as well as the occasional water coming up through the ground.
I had spent a lot of money over the past several years with residential dehumidifiers which broke down within a year or two after purchase. Additionally, I was searching for a dehumidifier that I would not have to empty every day or so. This dehumidifier was the answer to my problem. Within just a short time of its installation, the humidity in our basement was reduced exponentially. I could not believe how dry it made our basement feel.
My wife even said that it was so dry in the basement that it felt to her like any other room in the house rather than what you would expect a basement to feel like. I was so impressed with the performance of this product that I actually purchased another one for my Mother. My Mother's basement has even more humidity issues than my home's basement. I would obviously have never made such a major investment in a product “ twice - that I did not believe had the capacity to do what I needed it to do for both me and my family and my Mother.
I highly recommend this product to anyone who has been continually disappointed year in and year out with those residential dehumidifiers that the big box stores sell and who really needs a product that does the job. This product has incredible capacity and you will not be disappointed by it.
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