masque13
is one Smokin' Farker
- Joined
- May 19, 2014
- Location
- Somerset, KY
Hello fellow BBQ"ers. I have been researching portable air units for my trailer until my head has started swimming.
I have done the research and understand the differences between 1 and 2 hose systems and the some of the potential pros and cons of each.
But I wanted to check in with all of you to see what experiences any of you have with these types of units and what recommendations you would have as far as brands to look at or brands to stay away from along with any installation tips?
a couple of the major questions I have are;
#1 I can't really find any definitive info on how often you have to empty the condensation pan on these units in what could be a very humid and hot environment in the middle of summer at a BBQ comp? I'm wondering if folks have figured out a way to install a permanent hose to the drain to allow to drain as needed like I do now with the dehumidifier in my basement running into a drain?
#2 I'm curious to know how people have built the exhaust mounts to allow the units to send out the hot air and bring in the fresh air? I'm certainly aware that keeping those two hoses a bit a ways from each other makes more sense, but just wondering if folks are buying simple dry vents and mounting them on the sides of their trailers or what are you guys doing?
Thanks in advance for any info or insight any of you may offer!
I have done the research and understand the differences between 1 and 2 hose systems and the some of the potential pros and cons of each.
But I wanted to check in with all of you to see what experiences any of you have with these types of units and what recommendations you would have as far as brands to look at or brands to stay away from along with any installation tips?
a couple of the major questions I have are;
#1 I can't really find any definitive info on how often you have to empty the condensation pan on these units in what could be a very humid and hot environment in the middle of summer at a BBQ comp? I'm wondering if folks have figured out a way to install a permanent hose to the drain to allow to drain as needed like I do now with the dehumidifier in my basement running into a drain?
#2 I'm curious to know how people have built the exhaust mounts to allow the units to send out the hot air and bring in the fresh air? I'm certainly aware that keeping those two hoses a bit a ways from each other makes more sense, but just wondering if folks are buying simple dry vents and mounting them on the sides of their trailers or what are you guys doing?
Thanks in advance for any info or insight any of you may offer!