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Problem Possible Causes What ToDo
Dehumidifier The dehumidifier • Hake sure the dehumidifier's plug is pushed completely
doesnotstart isunplugged, into the outlet.
The fuse isblown/circuit , Checkthe housefuse/circuit breaker box and replace
breaker istripped, the fuse or resetthe breaker.
Dehumidifier has reached its • The dehumidifier automatically turns off when either
preset level or bucket is full. condition occurs. Change to a lower setting or empty
the bucket and replace properly.
Bucket is not in the • The bucket must be in place and securelyseated for the
proper position, dehumidifier to operate.
Power failure. • There is a protective time delay (up to 3 minutes) to
prevent tripping of the compressor overload. Forthis
reason,the unit may not start normal dehumidifying
for 3 minutes after it is turned back on.
Dehumidifierdoesnot Did not allow enough time ,,When first installed, allow at least 24 hours to maintain
drytheair as#should to remove the moisture, the desireddryness.
Airflow isrestricted. • Hake sure there are no curtains, blinds or furniture
blocking the front or back of the dehumidifier. Seethe
Choosinga Locationsection.
Dirty filter. • Seethe Careand Cleaningsection.
The Humidity Control may • For drier air, pressthe T pad and set to a lower percent
not be set low enough, value (%)or at CO(continuous)for maximum
dehumidification.
Doors end windows may not • Checkthat all doors, windows and other openings
be closed tightly, are securelyclosed.
Clothes dryer may be , Installthe dehumidifier away from the dryer.
blowing moisture-laden Thedryer should be vented to the outside.
air into the room.
Room temperature • Hoisture removal is best at higher room temperatures.
is too low. Lower room temperatures will reduce the moisture
removal rate. Hodels are designed to be operated at
temperatures above 4!°F (5°C).
Dehumidifier runs Area to be dehumidified * Thecapacity of your dehumidifier may not be adequate.
toomuch istoo large.
Doors and windows are open. * Closeall doors and windows to the outside.
Frostappearson Dehumidifier has been turned * This is normal. Frostwill usually disappear
the coils on recently, or room temperature within 60 minutes. Seethe Automatic Defrostsection.
isbelow 41°F(5°C).
Controls cannot be set
Fannoise
The compressor will turn off
and the fan will automatically
continue to run for
approximately 3 minutes at o
fixed setting.
Air is moving through
the dehumidifier.
• This isnormal. Wait approximately 3 minutes and set the
fan as desired.
* This is normal.
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