EdgeStar DEP701WP User Manual

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Manual Drain
The dehumidifier can be drained manually using the water bucket. When the bucket is full, the
unit will automaticall y stop running, and the Bucket Full light will illuminate. Follow the below
steps to remove the bucket and dump the water.
1. Slowly and carefully pull the bucket out by the handles and lift upward to remove it.
2. Use both hands to carefully empty the water bucket.
3. Reinstall the bucket. Please note that this unit is designed to not operate if the water bucket
has not been installed properly.
Additional notes when emptying the water bucket:
• Do not place the bucket on the floor as its bottom is uneven and it will not stand upright on its
own.
• There is a carrying handle located inside the water bucket that can be used as needed for
carrying the water bucket.
Continuous Gravity Drain
The dehumidifier can be drained continuously to a suitable floor drain by using the gravity drain
port. In order to utilize the continuous gravity drain you will need to supply a suitable drain hose.
You may use a standard garden hose with a
3
/
4
" connector fitting.
1. Locate the gravity drain hose port found on the back of the unit
(located on the middle, right hand side).
2. Unscrew the drain cover by turning it counter clockwise, and
remove the rubber stopper.
3. Screw the drain hose onto the threaded portion of the drain
outlet and tighten it firmly.
4. Place the other end of the drain hose in a floor drain or other
suitable drainage port. The drain must be located below the
level of the drain outlet on the back of the unit to allow for proper
gravity drainage.
Warning: The water produced by the dehumidifier is not potable or suitable for drinking. Do not
drink the water drained from the unit as it contains contaminates that could make you sick.
Note: A continuous gravity drain hose is not included. It must be provided separately. A
dehumidifier drain hose or standard garden hose with a
3
/
4
" fitting is required. As with all hose
attachments, ensure that a rubber gasket is installed in the hose fitting in order to prevent leaks.

EdgeStar DEP701WP Specifications

General

Brand	EdgeStar
Model	DEP701WP
Category	Dehumidifier
Language	English