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    Dec 3, 2011, 10:07 PM
    Dehumidifier in standing water safe?
    My basement flooded due to faulty washer, and my dehumidifier was standing in about 3 inches of water. Is it safe to use this dehumidifier?
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    Dec 4, 2011, 07:38 PM
    Hard to say without knowing what components are in that space. However, move it to a dry space, use a hairdryer to dry off as much water as possible and then plug it in. It won't blow up. It may trip the breaker, not run or work fine.
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