Whynter Portable AC Drain Bucket ARC-DB - A Better Way To Drain Condensation Water

[@mrkrasker9609]

Hello Michael, This is how I found you quite a few years ago. I was looking to purchase a few roll around air conditioners. I wound up buying 3 Haier HPND14XCT. Today I have 2 of them left, one is in my basement being used as a dehumidifier. The other is in a closet as a backup for the one being used as a dehumidifier. I have a sump pump in my basement. I cut the ends off an old hose a few feet long, screwed them on to the drain lines of the AC unit and the other end into my sump pump so I never have to drain it just wash the filter once a week. Your original video of you talking about your AC unit helped me and I have been watching your ever since.

[@Woopnik]

It is always good to hear from you. You told me a few years ago how you found me. I am glad that you are still visiting my channel. Most of my viewers come and go. 🥸

[@mrkrasker9609]

When I find people I like I stick with them. My mother was a strict German who taught me that you stick by your friends.

[@Woopnik]

Thank you, I consider you a friend too 👍

[@peterwhitehead2858]

Yes his videos are very helpful regarding the Whynter 14SH operation. Has helped me a.lot.

[@RAVEN742241]

@@mrkrasker9609 I’m sad to inform you that Michael my dear husband passed away this morning of heart failure, thank you for being a loyal subscriber Michael really appreciated you

[@remacklin]

Very Helpful: I've had my unit for a year now and this was the first time I got the STOP error. Simple water drainage was all I needed. Thanks to your vid I'm back up and running.

[@djohnsto2]

This is great, thanks for your insight. I have 2 of these machines, and run them pretty hard, and they've never failed. One of them is in my basement with the drain going right into my sump. My house is 1940s vintage, maybe yours is around there too. Thanks again, and take care!

[@raybeauvais296]

I use a small 16oz water bottle to empty the unit. I first put down a wash cloth to help catch the spillage then unscrew the cap and then quickly slide the bottle into catch the water. I have a second larger bucket near at hand to drain the water bottle as it fills. The trick is once the bottle becomes full, tilt the unit forward to stop the flow out of the drain, empty the bottle into the bucket, then replace the bottle at the drain and tilt the unit back to level to continue draining. I've gotten quite adept at it and the wash cloth generally is enough to keep the floor from getting too wet. It does require enough strength to tilt the unit back and forth with one hand as you are sitting beside it.

[@luldednside]

Love your channel - it’s been extremely helpful. I’m hoping you might be able to help as I can’t find any information from Google.. I just recently installed one in my primary bedroom on the second floor to help with the Texas heat. I’m not sure if this is standard behavior, but when it is off I can feel the hot air from outside coming out of the cooling vent at the top. This seems odd to me. I figured if it was off no air from outside would be leaking inside. I hope you might be able to give me some troubleshooting guidance.

[@Woopnik]

hello thank you for watching, my husband passed away 2 years ago, im sorry he wont be able to answer your questions

[@cynicalpink]

@@WoopnikI just discovered this video and channel. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your husband was very kind and generous to share so many tips with strangers. They’re continuing to help people like myself to this day.

[@luldednside]

@@Woopnik thank you for the response. Your husband has helped me and many others - I’m so sorry for your loss. His videos are wonderful & I’m glad you have chosen to keep them up. Please live well.

[@barbararick5570]

I use a bed pad. It’s easy. Just toss it in the washer after.

[@YTZack408]

Is it ok to leave the drain plug unplugged all the time? I’ve got a way to deal with the water that comes out but not sure if it is required that the plug be installed while the unit runs. Thanks!

[@Woopnik]

hello thank you for watching, this is mr woopnik wife my husband wont be able to answer your question he passed away last november

[@YTZack408]

@@Woopnik I’m so sorry! May his memory live on in these videos.

[@podnuh]

Thank you for the video. It was extremely helpful. and thanks You Mrs Woopnik for updating his subscribers.

[@barbararick5570]

I’m so sorry.

[@gypsyroze]

thank you!!!!!

[@clintbray6779]

I have found this to be an annoying draw-back to the Whynter ARC-14SH. I've had other portable dehumidifiers and A/C units with a similar form-factor. They've always had a convenient drain hose option which eliminates the need to empty anything. Other than that, the unit seems to work well. I've only had it for about a week; so not ready to give it a full review just yet.

[@Woopnik]

Hello Clint. Thank you for your comment. I agree with you in regards to the draining port. Whynter’ s design of a draining port is not great. Looking forward to a review of this unit by you. Have a great night 😴💤😋

[@Woopnik]

@@dwd278TrollinFUN heloo this is mr woopnik's wife , my husband passed away last November, this is the reason why i left his channel open so people like you who need help or have questions can benefit from what he knew, this is his legacy , he would have been happy to have helped you, thank you for watching

[@mohammedcohen]

...thank you...

[@Woopnik]

You are very welcome Mohammed. Have a great evening 😋👍

[@peterwhitehead2858]

I bought one of those a couple of months ago but so far there has been no water in the air conditioner.

[@Woopnik]

Hello Peter. That is very good that there is no water in your air conditioner. You must be living in an area with dry heat, like I do. Have a great weekend. 🤓

[@peterwhitehead2858]

@@Woopnik yes up here in Bakersfield

[@misstmeow3091]

This is a very poorly designed bucket. It's very awkward to use and worst of all, it doesn't accommodate the entire amount of water that needs to be drained. Water on the floor always. I had to put a snap cornered garden tarp under the unit because it has already leaked on our floors and then down on our bedroom ceiling leaving ugly stains. Love the unit -- heats well and cools well, but the drainage is terrible.

[@mohammedcohen]

...mine has been trucking along sine 3 July...the day my wonderful wife, Kyra, passed away...my friends came and set it up for me...it's no 27 Aug...

[@Woopnik]

I am very sorry to hear that. My condolences.