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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING

^WARNING

> Disconnect power supply cord from

receptacle before performing any

maintenance.

Fig.2

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

Clean the exterior using a soft brush or dry

towel. But do not spray water directly on the

exterior.

Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your

problem without outside help.

Fig.4

CLEANING SIDE GRILLS AND AIR

FILTERS

1. Snap open the bottom tab of filter

located below the of side grill. (Fig.1)

Grills are located on both sides of unit.

2. Pull the filter down and away from unit

until it is all the way out. (Fig.2)

Note: The filter is extremely flexible. This

action will not damage the filter.

3. Wash with mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly.

Air dry away from direct sunlight.

4. Using both hands, insert the top edge of

the filter into the slot below the side grill

and slide into place. (Fig.3) Snap the

bottom tab into the closed position.

5. SIDE GRILLS can be cleaned using a

vacuum cleaner or a soft brush to remove

dust. (Fig.4)

6. SIDE GRILLS can be cleaned using

a vacuum cleaner or a soft brush to

remove dust. CHECK YOUR FILTERS

PERIODICALLY TO INSURE PROPER

OPERATION. (Fig.4)

CLEANING THE BUCKET

Pull the bucket out. Lift off bucket cover.

(Fig.1) Clean the inside of bucket every week

using mild detergent in order to block buildup

of mold and bacteria. (Fig.2)

After cleaning, replace the bucket cover

and slide the bucket into the unit. (Fig.3)

Check the float switch to make sure it is not

obstructed. Proper position of the bucket

and the float switch is required for the

dehumidifier to turn on.

Fig.1 \

Float Switch

Fig.2

Fig.3

PROBLEMS CHECK POINT SOLUTIONS

Dehumidifier does not

work when pressing

the POWER ON

button.

Is the power cord plugged into

a grounded 3-prong outlet?

Is BUCKET FULL light on?

Does BUCKET FULL light

appear after emptying the

water bucket?

Plug the power cord securely into a

grounded 3-prong outlet.

Empty the water bucket and

re-install.

Check the float switch to make sure

it is free and not obstructed.

Dehumidifier is

operating, but the

dehumidification

function does not

work.

Is the compressor running as

well as the fan?

Is there frost on the coils?

The unit may be in the defrost

mode. The fan is running but not the

compressor. The unit will return to

dehumidification automatically.

Loud noise and/

or vibration during

operation.

Is the unit on a level surface? Move the unit to a level surface.

Sounds. Sounds like flowing water

during and after operation.

It makes a pinging sound.

This is the normal sound of the

refrigerant flowing through the coils.

Normal sound of expansion and

contraction caused by temperature

changes.

Dehumidification

function is inefficient

Are the filters and grills dirty?

Is indoor temperature under

65°F?

Clean the SIDE GRILL and AIR

FILTER.

Although the unit will dehumidify at

temperatures below 65 degrees,

there is a potential for frost to develop

which may inhibit the unit’s efficiency

Unit is discharging

warm air.

Normal: Compressor and electric

motor discharge nominal heat.

Water does not drain

through hose.

Check the DRAIN CONNEC

TOR. Is it installed correctly?

Check the drain hose for

kinks or obstructions.

Is PUMP light on?

Re-install drain hose according

to this manual.

Flatten the hose or remove block

age.

Turn on the pump.

Water does not drain

through garden hose.

Check the DRAIN CON

NECTOR making sure it is

installed securely.

Check the garden hose for

tangles or folds.

Re-install it according to this manual.

Flatten the hose or remove block

age.

Water does not drain

through pump drain

hose.

Check the connecting hose

for tangles or folds.

Does pump display light

appear?

Re-install drain hose according to

this manual.

Flatten the hose or remove blockage.

Turn on the pump.

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