When a dry cabinet is not working as expected, humidity protection is compromised. This can lead to damage to cameras, electronics, leather bags, leather shoes, and other moisture-sensitive items. Below are three common dry cabinet problems, what they mean, and how they are usually resolved.
1. Humidity Not Going Down
What’s happening:
The cabinet is switched on, but relative humidity (RH) remains high or drops extremely slowly.
Common causes:
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Faulty dehumidifying module (Peltier or desiccant)
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Worn or dirty door gasket causing air leakage
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Humidity sensor malfunction
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Extremely humid surrounding environment
What you can check:
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Clean and inspect the door seal for gaps or dirt
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Power off the cabinet for 10–15 minutes, then restart
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Test the cabinet empty with the door fully closed for 24 hours
Repair required when:
RH does not reduce at all after 24 hours — typically a condenser performance issue that requires replacement.
2. Display or Control Panel Not Working
What’s happening:
The cabinet has power, but the display is blank, flickering, or buttons do not respond.
Common causes:
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Unstable or failing power adaptor
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Inconsistent power supply
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Loose internal display connector
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Display module aging
What you can check:
- Test with a known working adaptor of the same voltage and current
- Plug into a different wall socket
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Avoid using overloaded extension plugs
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Restart the cabinet
Repair required when:
The display continues to flicker with a verified adaptor — indicating a display module issue.
3. Power On but No Dehumidifying Action
What’s happening:
The cabinet powers on normally, but humidity does not change at all.
Common causes:
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Failed or non-functioning dehumidifying condenser
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Condenser no longer drawing current or producing effect
What you can check:
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Confirm the cabinet is set to a lower RH than ambient
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Allow 24 hours of closed-door operation
Repair required when:
There is no RH movement at all, confirming a condenser failure that requires replacement.
Why Choosing the Right Dry Cabinet Matters
Repeated repairs often cost more over time, especially when electronic components fail outside warranty. This is particularly true for users storing cameras, drones, leather goods, musical equipment, and semiconductors, where unstable humidity can cause mold growth, peeling, stiffness, or cracking.
Upgrade with Confidence: Hiniso DryBox
Hiniso DryBox is engineered to reduce common failure points such as unstable humidity control, adaptor mismatch, and display issues.
What sets Hiniso DryBox apart:
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5 to 6 years warranty coverage
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Stable electronic humidity control system
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Matched, high-quality power adaptor
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Designed for tropical, high-humidity environments
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Ideal for leather bags, leather shoes, cameras, lenses, and electronics
Important warranty clarification:
Hiniso’s 5 to 6 years warranty explicitly covers key electronic components, including:
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Power adaptor
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Dehumidifying condenser
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LCD display panel
This extended component coverage applies strictly to Hiniso Consumer and Industrial DryBox models only.
Final Takeaway
Basic troubleshooting can resolve minor dry cabinet issues, but recurring performance problems often signal deeper reliability concerns. A dependable cabinet like Hiniso DryBox, backed by a 5 to 6 years warranty covering critical components, provides long-term peace of mind especially when protecting valuable leather items from humidity damage.
Need help fixing your dry cabinet?
If you’re not sure what’s wrong or you need us analyze for you feel free to reach out to us and we’ll advise you on the next steps.
