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I have purchased MECO grills over the years [since the early-'80s] and have been a satisfied customer. I like the features of the grill, and have accepted the reality that the product is not as robust as Weber, but the value has always offset the relative cost issue. I just purchased a new 4106 in late June and was quite disappointed. No longer is the hood pre-assembled to the bowl with rivets, requiring no assemby by the owner, but [as noted in by another commenter] the proper locknuts required to assemble the entire grill were missing; in there place square non-locking nuts, which if utilized as direct substitute would have left a shaky grill forever. I contacted MECO and a very pleasant lady told me that was how the company was was shipping the units now, and she did not know why. But, she did happily ship the locknuts necessary, and a week later, I was able to finally assemble the grill in its entirety. Had I needed the grill immediately, I could have purchased the locknuts for 'chump-change' at my local mega-hardware store, but I did not. My final observation regarding my new grill, in addition to the above, as I compare its 'heft' to my old grill which I have not trashed as yet, it appears the gauge of the metal in both the hood & bowl is less. I suspect the robustness of this grill will not meet that of old one. Note: the only reason I'm replacing the old grill is that for the first time ever with any MECO grill I've owned, the bottom of the bowl has corroded so badly that I'm afraid it might collapse through while grilling. I prefer not to test my theory any longer.

Having said all that: as stated earlier, I do enjoy using my MECO grill as the features are to my liking. I wish the quality was the same. This will be my last MECO.....hope it lasts.....Meco Series 4100 Model 4106 Square Utility Charcoal Grill, Red

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This is a wonderful charcoal grill with an adjustable grill surface which was the main feature we were interested in-this feature is apparently hard to find-my husband's family has used this grill for years, and we are happy to have one of our own now!

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My second grill of the same model. The first one eventually rusted out after 10+ years. I bought another, this time in red. But I would recommend black because the red wears out prematurely.

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This is the fourth Meco 4100 Grille I have owned. They have never let me down when it comes to regulating my cooking and my time! They are easy and time-saving to cook with. I have owned bigger, "easier" propane gas grilles but for the comvenience, nothing comes close to this little whopper! I will never own anything else again.

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This grill was a great buy. Inexpensive, fairly easly to assemble, and with the proper amount of coal, is a great little workhorse. I would highly recommend it.

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last time I tried to replace just the coil heating wire, but I must have stressed the wire a bit much on one of the turns. This time I bought the whole assembly.

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This heater has a huge pair of shoes to fill, and frankly, I doubt it will be able to measure up. My first portable heater was a Tatung ceramic heater, a cube about 8 inches per side with similar wattage to the Soleil. Both heaters have fan-only/low/high operation with 1500W maximum (the Tatung might have been only 1200W...can't quite remember, and the Soleil actually has the reostat-type temperature/thermostat control as well).

My Tatung was in constant use during the cold months and it lasted 17 years of absolutely maintenance-free operation...UNBELIEVABLE!

I am all but positive that the Tatung was made in Taiwan. The Soleil is marked Made In China. And given my experience with Chinese electronics I would NEVER have purchased it if it weren't for the fact that I was in a bind. When I went to buy an alarm clock, I had to buy THREE before I found one that functioned straight out of the box. And there are a lot of goofy things I see in Chinese made products the dish rack where the bowls won't stand up, the socks that are so tight that they strangle your feet...don't even get me started about the rest of it. It's like they are playing craps with the specs and measurements. It's extremely irritating to have to deal with this type of thing. And people in the States are not aware of the fact that, in Europe, they get well-made German engineered products...it's we here in the States that get the crap from newbie engineers in China. That is just the reality of things.

Well, all that being said, this Soleil heater gives a very good first impression. The case itself seems solid. I like the brushed metal look and feel. The controls feel tough and they click in a sturdy way when engaged. Also, I must say, it is very nice to have a heavy-gauge power cord for once I haven't felt any heat in the cord, even after several hours of use. Ah soooooo, Thank you, Soleil! I am using it in a somewhat larger room than many might, so I cannot say how well the thermostat feature works (When I use heaters and air conditioners I usually like to max the output from what I hear they operate more efficiently in those conditions).

How did farmers use their milk house heaters? Not sure. Maybe they hung them up, but I am surprised that there aren't some optional plastic feet like your box fans come with, because this thing likes to tip over. But the good thing is that the auto shut-off is very sensitive. This thing shuts down if it tilts just an inch or two in any direction, so I suppose that is a good thing.

I haven't owned this for long, but I already have developed some confidence in this little box. But for now I am keeping my receipt anyway.

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I looked around for a U.S. made milk house heater but to no avail. If anybody knows of one, please let me know. So I bought one of these. So far, works fine. But I also bought another brand, same style which I like just as a backup. Why? Because I know that this heater from RED China will not last. and maybe buying two of them is just what the greedy business types who have exported our jobs to RED China want. At any rate, I can tell you that for now it works fine. Years back, I had a U.S. made model that probably lasted 20 years. I don't expect that of this one.

By the way, for all of you who wonder what a milk house heater is, it is used to warm up the milk houses or milking parlors ---the place where the dairy cows are milked. It is not used to heat up the whole barn, that would be impossible for it to do.

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Great bang for the buck. Produces nice heat for our bathrooms on chilly mornings. One of the bathrooms is very large and it works great.

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i bought 2 heaters and in less than one month one heater has quit working , the filter is clean and the power source is working, what a disappointment.

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I say this in all truth, and I am testing the other one to see if it will work and the description says. It didn't heat up less than 1000sqft. I would like to return the first one but not until I see the the other on works too... Of course by the 23rd. Send me a return lable.

Cuisinart 4-Foot LP Adaptor Hose Reviews

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I bought this adapter hose for my Cuisinart grill, which sits on my Cuisinart stand, which holds a standard propane tank. It seems like these items should go very well together. One might say, that they are made for one another.

And it's true, I was able to attach the hose to the grill fairly easily, tuck it neatly away with a special clip provided by the stand, and attached the tank without an issue. It all fit together.

However, the instructions are very careful, as it should be with propane grills, to direct the user to check for gas leaks using a solution of diluted dishsoap. Seems like a standard CYA move. But much to my dismay, my set up had leaks near the grill connection; and I and had to detach, re-attach, tighten, wiggle ... until the leaks disappeared. Now since this potential issue was pointed out in the manual along with instructions on how to address it you may be thinking that it seems rather unfair to ding Cuisinart for the problem.

I disagree.

To me it seems like components designed to work in unison should do so flawlessly, that's the expectation you have when you don't opt for the generic brand. Secondly, stopping leaks seems like a core functional requirement for a hose. I mean you could use a string to 'connect' the grill and the propane tank. Delivering the propane to the tank is the whole point of a hose. So if you have a leak, whatever gas is leaking out is not being delivered to the tank.... hence, fail.

It's true that all hoses can have leaks and it's a somewhat universal problem, but I base my low rating on the fact that I am using a matching grill, the set up had leaks on the very first connection, and it's price. I had higher expectations.

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This LP adaptor fits perfectly to allow me to use a 20lb tank on my Cuisinart Gas Grill and stand.

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Although the first hose I purchased had to be returned, the second one went on perfectly and I'm quite pleased with the entire unit. Cuisinart stood behind the product and was informative about correct action on the first hose.

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We purchased the Cuisinart CCG-200 Gas Grill. It requires the Cuisinart 4-Foot LP Adaptor Hose to work with a 20 gallon propane tank. So we eagerly purchased the Cuisinart 4-Foot LP Adaptor Hose fully anticipating a wonderful barbecue. What a huge mistake! No matter how much we tightened the connector to the 20 lb. tank, the connection still leaked like crazy.

Message to you Cuisinart: How terrible and unacceptable that you would release such a product to the general public! A simple test at the factory could have easily shown this item to be defective. Shame on you! I have worked with propane tanks on and off for over 35 years. I know how to test with soapy water, and I know when it is an obviously defective item. WHAT ABOUT NEWBIES THAT HAVE NO CLUE HOW TO TEST THIS DEFECTIVE HOSE? YOU HAVE NO RIGHT TO RELEASE SUCH AN ITEM TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC FOR YOU ARE ENDANGERING THE LIVES OF PRECIOUS PEOPLE!

This item is NOT like a soccer ball, book, computer component, etc. You are selling a defective item that has the potential of taking human lives. Get your act together or take the item off your list for general public use.

You have no excuse whatsoever for such a terrible blunder. Where is the quality control that should be in place for such an item?

Last, I am not the only person that has experienced such non-sense. I read other reviews that are saying the same thing: the hose/connector LEAKS.

I'll NEVER buy a propane item from you again. You have violated and lost my trust. Period.

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I've tried two of these and both cause leaks which blow gas out of the valve connection. I'll be going with another brand.

Mr. Heater Portable Big Buddy Heaters Port Buddy Prop Htr 4 000/9 Reviews

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Love love love love and love this thing. Fortunately I was able to buy it a few years back when it was in the $130-140 range. I've taken it on no less than 20 camping trips and although it is bulky, I wouldn't trade it's heat output for anything.

A few things I LOVE about it it's got 3 seperate settings. I bought a Big Buddy (4k-9k BTU) heater and hated it because the 4k wouldn't get the tent hot enough, then the 18k would scorch the place. I would have to wake up 15x's to adjust it back and forth. This one has a 3rd option, which I use regularly.

Also I can use 1 or 2 propane canisters OR a BBQ tank/hose, which I usually have camping anyway. Love that option! It's a little finicky to ignite at times, but once it ignites, it's lights out baby. It also has a fan thats operated by 6D batteries, but I don't think I've ever had the need to use that.

My wife teaches dance in the garage and in the winter the temp gets down in the 30's-40's. This little heater will heat up the garage (about 500 sq ft) in about 20 minutes on high. Then she'll back it down to low or medium for confort.

Did I mention I love this thing? Aside from the bulkiness of it, it's been a life saver and very dependable. Easily one of my top 3 favorite camping items I own.

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Nice heater. Arrived on time with no damage. Heats my two car garage in no time so I can work on projects in the winter. I will order more to hand out as gifts.

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used this after Hurricane Sandy hit, and boy did it ever come in handy, besides working really well! Highly recommend

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After ordering this from Amazon, I found it the next day at the local Tractor Supply for $134.95, everyday price !

It is the Big Buddy with three heat settings and uses two canisters.

Reviews of Mr. Heater MH170FAVT 170,000-BTU Forced-Air Propane Heater

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We bought this to heat our steel products up prior to painting them and this little guy did the trick. Heats things up in a hurry and saves us in dry time after painting. It really blast the heat out, but keeps the flames totally contained. Great design. Definitely would recommend this for heating a pretty good size area in a hurry.

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I got the heater over 2 weeks ago. The heater itself I would give 5 stars. The heater works just as advertised. The variable btu control works good and the thermostat does a good job of controlling on / off to maintin a good working temperature in my garage. Now the bad part. The propane hose that is supplied with the unit is junk! It is like a recoil spring that will not straighten out even when warmed. So bad that I will be replacing it with a better quality hose. I wrote to Mr. Heater over a week ago giving them a chance to make it right. I asked them to send me a better quality hose. Not even an email reply, And of course, no hose. If I had to rate the hose separately it would not get any stars. If you want a good heater, by all means buy this one but be prepared to replace the hose.

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This is a awesome heater for what I needed. I puts out ton of heat. You must be careful with it as you would any heater especially a forced air heater. The temp control is awesome and it ran for quite some time with a 20lb cylinder. I ran (seemingly) forever on a 100lb cylinder. Would certainly recommend this product for anyone needing a portable heat source.

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It is nice and light, not too big and works great. The controls work good and are easy to use. It will go through a 20 lbs cylinder, on the lowest setting, in less than 8 hours. It works good and has a lot less stink than a kerosene unit.

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Purchased this heater new and it will not stay lit after one minute. Would like to exchange or return. Manufacturer's phone has been disconnected. What does this mean? Will all purchased heaters not be warrantied?

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The first review I gave for the Homebasix Milkhouse heater was a good review. However, now that I have owned two of them for awhile, I have had to revise my opinion downward. The first heater arrived in great condition and worked great for awhile but after a few months, the thermostat began to stick, the heater would stay on and not turn off until I manually turned the knob. The second heater arrived somewhat beat up because the heater box itself was not packed into another box. This second heater has never been reliable because the thermostat would completely fail and and the heater would not come on at all. The heaters were so inexpensive that I just dumped both of them. When they work, they put out good heat but when they don't work, they either overheat or don't heat at all. I hope no one bought this heater based on my former review. So, I'm still looking for a reliable milkhouse heater like the old ones they made 20 years ago.

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There were several heaters of differing price ranges that I looked at but I chose this for the price and the basic features and am very happy with it. It is a simple heater with simple safety features, and it is solidly constructed and very quiet when operating. It is much quieter than other milkhouse heaters I have seen and it also has a fan setting that just blows cool air, which is perfect for my office because sometimes I just need some air circulating and sometimes I need to warm up the office. The tipover safety feature works well (I only tested it to see if it works) but I guess it also turns off when it gets too hot. I like it and it does everything I need.

Buy Great Northern Popcorn Red Roosevelt 8 Ounce Antique Popcorn

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I did a lot of research on these before deciding on this fantastic machine. Trust me, you can look a long time and not find anything close to this value at this price point or even one much, much higher. Highly recommend for that finishing touch on your home theater.

Pros:

3 switches for power (1 kettle stirrer, 1 heating lamp/under carriage heating element and 1 for kettle heat). This will add a lot of life to your machine!

Large 8 ounce kettle pops plenty of corn for a family of 4 or use a smaller portion (or portion pack) for movie night with your spouse.

EASY assembly and very mobile. Essentially it comes in 4 pieces, the main unit, the cart and a couple of tires. It took longer to get rid of the boxes than to assemble it. We have actually wheeled this out in front of the house so my son can sell popcorn and lemonade, its that mobile.

Storage cabinet holds a lot of supplies

Cons:

A bit on the messy side. The side windows need to be wiped down every couple of uses but a paper towel usually does the trick.

Metal popcorn scoop handle came off after a few weeks, but its easily glued back on.

Makes my wife want to eat a lot of popcorn. Seriously....

From the time you decide to have popcorn to actually having the popcorn is less than 5 minutes. I recommend the popcorn packs but also look for other coconut oil packs for popcorn machines and "Flavacol" for that true theater taste. Everyone who sees the machine and has the popcorn wants one of there own!

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This is a very good popcorn popper. I searched for a long time to get the right mix of ingredients to create "Theatre Tasting" popcorn. Here is what I found. I used ingredients from Grand Rapids Popcorn Company. They are local for me and they supply a lot of theaters. Here is the recipe they gave me and it is great.

Use Popcorn oil. They have peanut and sunflower oils of which I couldn't tell a difference in taste and much healthier than coconut oil. I also use their Flavorcal salt. When you follow the recipe and method, it works out great. 1) Use 1/3 cup Oil. 2) 1 Cup Popcorn 3) 1 tsp Flavorcal. They call for 1 1/2 tsp (I use a little bit less because I find it can become too salty-you can adjust to your taste). Now, ignore the instructions on the pamphlet with the popper. It says to only use 1 Tbs of oil. This won't work. They also say to pour the oil in and let it heat up for 2-3 minutes. Not! The oil begins to burn and you can taste it in the finished product. Rather, turn on the heater element for the bowl and let it pre-heat for 4-5 minutes before putting anything in it. While it is heating, I use a 2-cup graduated measuring cup. I put 1/3 cup of oil, then add popcorn to reach the 1 Cup mark and put the salt on top. Pour it all in at once and turn the stirrer on. Voila! This makes the cost of an 8-ounce batch about $.25 as opposed to the pre-packets at $1.00+ each. Plus, the pre-packets tend to be hard to pour into the tub. I'm telling you, this is the way to go. It's not messy and so much cheaper. Of course, you can alter the amount for smaller batches. (1/4 Cup Oil, 3/4 Cup Popcorn, 1/2 tsp Flavorcal for a six ounce batch). Remember, these guys supply theaters, so I think they know what they're talking about. They do sell on-line or you could find a supplier in your area at least for the popcorn to avoid a high shipping cost. An 8-ounce batch is about 1 1/2 to 2 times a bag of microwave. Also, some reviewers talk about not making it fast enough. I'm sure that's true if you're making it for re-sale at an event, but for your home use, there's no problem keeping up with demand. 8 people cannot possibly eat enough, fast enough to have to wait. The unit will hold at least three batches. The heating element keeps it plenty warm that if you are having an evening of entertainment, it will keep it very fresh throughout the night. We leave it in overnight (without the heater on, of course) and it still is fresh and good the next day.

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We purchased this as a family Christmas present this year. While we have only had it a few weeks, because we have 7 children ranging in age from 18 to 1, we have consumed quite a bit of popcorn in that time. I can tell you the ease of use on this machine is excellent. In 5 minutes, my children can make a large batch of outstanding popcorn. It gets used at least twice a day, is very durable and easy to clean, and works flawlessly. I will post another review after we have had it for a year, but as of right now, it is well worth the investment and enjoyed even more than I had imagined.

I will also say that we purchased our machine through Amazon from Unbeatable Sales, Inc. On Christmas Eve, when we went to assemble the machine, we realized the wheel axel to the cart was missing. While we were disappointed, we certainly realize this sort of thing happens. What matters is that I sent one email back through Amazon to Unbeatable Sales, and within a week I had the missing part. We call that excellent customer service at our house!

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The popcorn machine works as advertised and makes great popcorn. Pretty easy to clean, feels pretty solid. The packing, however, left something to be desired. The heavier something is, the more likely it is to be damaged when shipped. On the front of the top piece right in the middle there was a pretty big gash/dent/crease. It's going to be rented out and would be too much of a pain to exchange, so at this point I don't really care. Also, the axle for the wheels was a little bent, causing it to wobble back and forth when you roll it.

Other than that, its a good quality product.

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I pretty much echo most of the reviews here, this machine is well built with fairly heavy steel and heavy tempered glass. The instructions are not the best but it only took about 40 minutes to put together. The storage area in the cart is nice and good sized, and while the machine is impressive, it really doesn't take up a whole lot of space. So far we have only used it with the Northern Popcorn Co that have the corn, seasoning and oil in pre-measured packs, and it is terrific, very movie-theater-ish! Overall we are very happy with this popper. If I had to list any negatives, the biggest would be the way the kettle is positioned and the difficulty in accessing it. But having looked at many similar-grade poppers before buying this on, they all look like they have the same problem... which is that the top lids to the kettle open to the sides, basically perpendicular to the the glass doors you open to get into the machine. So it's tricky to get that pouch of oil, then popcorn around to the side and then pour. It's especially tricky with the Northern Popcorn packs because the oil is a soft-solid and you need 2 hands to squeeze it out. Ultimately I ended up taking scissors and separating the oil, popcorn and seasoning to make it easier to maneuver. I mix the corn and salt together and dump it from a cup. I think if I was using bulk ingredients and adding them using the little measuring cups that come with the machine, it would be a lot easier. Not a biggie, learn as you go. The other so-so item is the scoop that comes with it. I haven't had a problem with it coming apart, it's just too big. Almost impossible to fill a bag inside the 'popcorn chamber' so you're forced to bring it outside and invariably spill the corn on the floor...again..not that big a deal, I'm going to get a smaller scoop and all will be fine. The take-away for this machine is that it is well built, very solid, nice thick steal and glass. It looks terrific and the popcorn tastes (and smells!!) just like lobby of your local movie house! I do recommend!

Oh... one more thing!! I saw a couple of reviews where people say they only problem was it was shipped without an axle... I thought mine was as well... but it was there. Before you throw out any of the packing.. DO A THOROUGH SEARCH of the large Styrofoam pieces, the axle is tucked into a slot on the backside of one of those pieces and its all by itself, there are no other parts attached there... very easy to miss. I'd bet a paycheck that every one of those folks that had to get a replacement axle accidentally tossed it out with the box, I almost did!.

Discount Optimus H-84001 Portable 22-Inch Oscillating Carbon Barrel Heater

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I actually like this heater; it's quiet and keep you warm. However it broke in less than a year.

Bought this in July 2010, and broken on Feb 26, 2011.

We actually didn't use it very frequently; only about 1 2 hours a day.

Luckily Amazon willing to send me an replacement with no cost. Hopefully it will last longer this time.

I will write an update later for the replacement.

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I've been using this heater regularly for over a year now and it still works just like it did when brand new. When I got it, the remote didn't work. Amazon sent me a new heater with a new remote and the new remote also did not work. I eventually figured out that the batteries in the remote were dead so I had to replace the batteries. This is my first radiant heater. I'm never going back to forced air heaters again. It feels like a fire or the sun but it doesn't get so hot that you can't have things near it. It heats up very quickly. It doesn't dry out my skin like forced air heaters.

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It's a bit soon to give a final answer about this space heater. It meets my expectations as far as function. It is attractive and seems to be of quality construction. I don't have an electric bill since I began using it and I don't know if it will last a year. Those are two important factors that can only be determined with time. Pardon me for withholding a glowing review, but experience has taught me that it's the long haul that matters.

Cheap Danby Premiere DPAC12010H 12,000 BTU portable air conditioner

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First note: This item is HUGE. It is very nearly the size of a dorm refrigerator...possibly taller.

Second note: This item is loud, but NOT in a bad way. It has the steady fan-generated-white-noise thing going on. If the unit is between you and the exhaust, it seems quieter, but if you can see where the exhaust exits (re: window fitting) you will hear both the unit and the air in the exhaust pipes.

Third note: It is not immediately clear whether you're supposed to use the drainage hose in AC mode, or JUST in dehumidifier. As luck would have it, the answer is yes...you need to drain while cooling.

That being said, I am completely in love with this big lug. It was over 95 outside when I brought it in. It was over 90 *inside* when I tore into the box. It was roughly 10 minutes of girl-reading-instructions-holding-screwdriver after that. Ten minutes later, I turned it on, and let'er rip.

Roughly 60 seconds later, the air coming out was COLD.

The first couple degrees dropped rapidly, downgrading the entire first floor of the apartment from "broiler" to "huh, it's kinda hot" in about 5 minutes. The next couple degrees happened more slowly, over about an hour, taking the whole first floor from "hot?" to "not hot" and finally to "comfortable"...about 75 degrees.

This is only the first day, so I will post follow-up reviews later.

I would definitely recommend the unit, though.

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For whatever it's worth, I previously owned a Royal Sovereign that I was overall happy with.

Danby makes great products. This air conditioner came with all the parts needed for all possible installations, and if you use it as a dehumidifier, it has a drainage hose that you must attach. It comes with enough panels for sliding door installation.

The unit itself is MUCH quieter than the Royal Sovereign, and while I'm sure it's noisier than a window unit, I'm thrilled that it is as quiet as it is.

It's also slightly smaller than the RS was. I was nervous about the white plastic outside, but it is a shiny, easy to clean surface.

The air conditioner output can be directed up or forward, but side to side is not variable. This unit also has heat.

One funny thing though is that the air conditioner has a remote, right... but you can't see the settings on the air conditioner because the indicator lights are on top!

The thermostat works extremely well. This air conditioner does not turn off when the desired temperature has been reached and this seems to be common with portable units.

In 2005 Consumer Reports said if you buy a portable unit, get one with 2 hoses because it will work... the single hose portable units do not work. They were right. Get your portable with 2 hoses.

This air conditioner is overpowered for my space, so I cannot review it on strength, but it was as strong as the RS unit that was also the same BTU.

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This Danby Portable A.C. Rocks !! All is required is patience to install the product correctly making sure to use insulation ! It cools down a room very quickly on the highest settings. Ex: My 15' X 15' X 8' bedroom was cooled from 87 to 77 in 30 mins. It is even more efficient when allowed to constantly drain the condensate. The EER on this machine is 9.91 which makes it on par with units of the same BTU production in thru wall and window units. This Danby A.C. unit is way quieter than my 8 year old EnergyStar rated Friedrich 11,500 BTU thru wall A.C. unit it temporarily replaces due to the plug having to be replaced on it. On the highest fan speed with the compressor running, I can hear while talking to another person in the room or on the phone, cell or landline. So, on the lowest Fan speed setting it should not be a problem. Instructions that came with the unit were as thorough as you would expect as well as being available online which is a plus because I've misplaced mine already, lol. Controls are on top of the unit so when using the remote control you will have to already know which settings on the unit are in use or you will still have to approach the unit to see what they are set to, and that is really the only con I can think of when referring to this unit. I haven't tested the Heat feature. The fans are quiet enough and powerful. I haven't tried the dehumidifier yet. When running the A.C., it produces significant amounts of condensate quickly which cools the room faster. So, it is required to be consistently emptied or directly drained for constant use of the A.C. or the Dehumidifier. This unit is portable but not portable if know what I mean. It does have handle type grips on the sides of the unit as well as casters which allow for easier portability but, it is far from light to constantly be moving it ! , especially on carpet ! Overall, I am very happy with my decision after many hours of research on the many different portable A.C. units available in the marketplace and would without hesitation recommend this unit. The Danby Premiere Series 4 in 1 Portable Air Conditioner Model #DPAC12010H features a 12,000 BTU 9.91 EER Air Conditioner, a 54 pint removal per day Dehumidifier, a 4800 BTU Heater, a 3 Speed Fan and also has 2 Condensate Drain options to suit your needs and is a quiet unit in my opinion. P.S. For Best performance; set-up system to constantly drain condensate and use an additional fan, preferably a ceiling type for proper cooling distribution.

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I bought this late may and all I can say is wow!...super fast shipping...received it in 2 days...extremely reliable and worth the cost...the dual intake system really puts this above others...I placed this in the family room and within an hour it felt like I had central air..cools big rooms with ease...a bit loud but still comfortable...and with the included supplies it allows u to fit all windows and even patio doors!!!...highly recommend this unit...

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I started looking and researching portable air conditioners ,, not sure exactly what I wanted .. I visited the big warehouse type retailers but was'nt impressed with the selection... Eventually I searched on-line for a wider selection. As luck would have it I found this unit and was impressed with the double intake and exhaust hoses , Very efficient I might add. I have a large apartment, which is an upper unit. the conditioner cools the living and dining area very nicely. I could'nt be happier with the efficiency and the quality of this product. I would recommend this Danby conditioner highly to anyone looking for quality cooling. I have'nt used it as a heater or dehumidifier yet but I'm sure the results would be most satisfactory. A footnote :the exhaust/intake panel is adjustable to the extent to fill a sliding door opening , very crucial for my selection because of my large vertical opening. windows.