1.1 This Standard covers dehumidifier for households use included within the scope of the U.S.Department of Energy (DoE) and Canadian Energy Efficiency Regulations (as of June 13, 2019) that are products, other than a portable air conditioner, room air conditioner, or packaged terminal air conditioner, that is a self-contained, electrcally operated, and mechanically encased assembly consisting of:
(a) A refrigerated surface (evaporator) that condenses moisture from the atmosphere;
(b) A retrigerating system, including an electic motor;
(c) An air-circulating fan; and
(d) A means for collecting or disposing of the condensate. (10 CFR 430.2).
