The reason it says not to use an extension cord is the fact that most cords are not equipped to handle that much power for an extended time - especially normal household extension cords. You're dehumidifier will be constantly running for a while. When it does get to the point where it turns on and off, there is a surge of power when it turns on.
You'll also have to empty the water collection container at least every day for a while. I bought one that has a connection to automatically drain, but I have to keep the machine tilted back to make it work. I don't know about the laws where you are, but here we are NOT suppose to have it drain to the city's sewer system. But I don't think the sewer police have started checking that yet.
I would use a sturdy construction-type orange extension cord used for saws and such. I assume, being a basement, the outlet is on a GFCI circuit breaker or has one one first outlet on the line. If not, please do so.
The other option of installing another outlet would be a better choice, if it's done right. You need to bring a new line from an existing outlet to a new box. It's not difficult, if you know what you're doing. The main concern would be not to crowd a box with wires and to be sure that where the wire goes into the box has a wire clamp. Don't forget to staple the wires so there is no loose sections are tempting people to hang things on.
Sent: Wednesday, June 13, 2018 7:20 PM
To: Do It Yourself
Subject: [DIY] Dehumidifier Power
Davenport Florida
Posted by: Ron Johnson <l0c0l0b0@hotmail.com>
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