Drain Installation - Santa Fe Compact2 Installation & Operation Instructions

Drain Installation

The Santa Fe Compact2 generates condensate.
Place a secondary drain pan under the dehumidifier if it is suspended above a finished area or above an area where water
leakage could cause damage.
A drain trap is required for the dehumidifier to run properly. Install a 3/4" threaded male NPT adapter to the drain or drain
pan if one is being used. Install a drain pipe assembly utilizing 3/4" PVC pipe to transport the condensate to a drain. Pitch
of drain should be 1" per 10'.
An optional condensate pump kit is available for use with the Santa Fe Compact2 and may be installed if lift is required to
dispose of condensate. Condensate is automatically pumped to a remote location when the water level in the pump's
reservoir rises to close the float switch.
The pump also contains a safety float switch. The white leads from this switch extend from beneath the pump cover. This
switch should be installed in series with the field wire that connects to the common lead from the Santa Fe Compact2 to the
control panel. If the pump fails, this switch opens the common control circuit and stops water production before the reservoir
overflows. Contact a qualified electrician to install the safety float switch to the Santa Fe Compact2 dehumidifier.
Note: An optional condensate pump kit can be purchased from a local dealer or online.
The Santa Fe Compact2 requires a drain trap. Creating a drain trap
allows a small amount of water to build up in the trap area of the
clear hose. This prevents air from back flowing through the hose
and into the dehumidifier; essentially causing the unit to backflow
water out of the corners of the machine. Position the trap in the hose
approximately 8"-10" from the dehumidifier and make sure the
highest point of the trap is still at least 2" below the black drain port
adapter on the dehumidifier. If the highest point of the trap is above
the drain port, water will back flow into the dehumidifier. Check the
hose regularly to ensure water is draining properly.
Drain Installation
Front View
Secondary Drain Pan
(Optional)
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Santa Fe Compact2 Installation & Operation Instructions
Standard Loop
Floor Bend
PVC materials available from your local hardware store.
For additional information on how to create a
proper trap, see our instructional video at:
www.Santa-Fe-Products.com/draintrap
Use care to keep the hose as flat to the floor as possible
after your trap is in place. Be sure the hose is not kinked
or otherwise restricted so water can pass through the
hose freely. Improper installation of the drain hose may
result in water leakage.
Drain Port
If the Santa Fe Compact2 is located too far from the floor
drain and the provided hose does not reach, you may use
a 1/2 PVC rigid pipe that will fit inside the 3/4 hose as a
means to extend the drain line. Rigid PVC tubing is readily
available from your local hardware store. Be sure the
extension is at a down-word slope to the drain.
Drain Trap
An optional condensate pump kit may be installed if lift is
required to remove condensate. To order, contact your local
dealer or visit our website at www.santa-fe-products.com.
You may also reach us by phone at (800) 533-7533.
Pretzel Loop
PVC Trap
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