Danby DDR050BLPBDB User Manual

DEHUMIDIFIER

Owner’s Manual...............................1 - 9

OWNER’S MANUAL MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO

DÉSHUMIDIFICATEUR

Manuel du propriétaire.................10 - 18

DESHUMIDIFICADOR

Manual del propietario.................19 - 27

MODEL • MODÈLE • MODELO

DDR050BLPBDB

www.Danby.com

DANBY PRODUCTS LIMITED, ONTARIO, CANADA N1H 6Z9

DANBY PRODUCTS INC., FINDLAY, OHIO, USA 45840

2019.08.27

Welcome

Welcome to the Danby family. We are proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. We suggest that you read this owner’s manual before plugging in your new appliance as it contains important operation information, safety information, troubleshooting and maintenance tips to ensure the reliability and longevity of your appliance.

Visit www.Danby.com to access self service tools, FAQs and much more. For additional assistance call 1-800-263-2629.

Note the information below; you will need this information to obtain service under warranty. You must provide the original purchase receipt to validate your warranty and receive service.

Model Number: _________________________________________________

Serial Number: _________________________________________________

Date of Purchase: _______________________________________________

Need Help?

Before you call for service, here are a few things you can do to help us serve you better.

Read this owner’s manual:

It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your appliance properly.

If you receive a damaged appliance:

Immediately contact the retailer or builder that sold you the appliance.

Save time and money:

Check the troubleshooting section at the end of this manual before calling. This section will help you solve common problems that may occur.

1-800-26- Danby

(1-800-263-2629)

Important Safety Information

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities may be different or reduced, or who lack experience or knowledge, unless such persons receive supervision or training to operate the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

To avoid risk of electric shock, do not operate this dehumidiﬁ er in an area that is likely to accumulate standing water. If this condition develops, disconnect the power supply before stepping into the water.

Do not store or use combustible materials such as gasoline or other ﬂ ammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Do not insert ﬁ ngers or other objects into grills or openings in the appliance.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. Grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical current.

This appliance has a cord that has a grounding wire with a 3-prong plug. The power cord must be plugged into an outlet that is properly grounded. If the outlet is a 2-prong wall outlet, it must be replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. The serial rating plate indicates the voltage and frequency the appliance is designed for.

WARNING - Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualiﬁ ed electrician or service agent if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Do not connect the appliance to extension cords, adapters or together with another appliance in the same wall outlet.

Do not cover or block the intake and exhaust openings.

Do not operate the appliance without the ﬁ lter installed.

Do not operate the appliance near heat sources.

This appliance is intended for indoor, residential applications only. Do not use this dehumidiﬁ er outdoors. Do not use this dehumidiﬁ er for commercial or industrial applications.

Do not splice the power cord. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord.

If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualiﬁ ed person in order to avoid hazard.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATION

• Place the dehumidiﬁ er on a smooth, level ﬂ oor that is strong enough to support the appliance with a full bucket of water.

• Do not place the dehumidiﬁ er on carpeting as this can block air ﬂ ow around the appliance.

• Do not force casters to move over carpeting as the appliance can become unbalanced and spill water.

• To maintain efﬁ ciency, operate the appliance in an enclosed area. Keep nearby doors and windows closed.

• Maintain a minimum clearance of 20 cm (8 inches) on the sides and back of the appliance and 40 cm (16 inches) on the top and front of the appliance to allow for proper air circulation.

• The recommended ambient operating temperature is between 5°C (41°F) and 32°C (90°F).

• Any time the appliance is placed on its back or side, it must be allowed to stand upright for 6 hours before plugging in to avoid damage to internal components.

FEATURES

1. Control panel

2. Handles (both sides)

3. Water bucket

4. Water level indicator

5. Air intake

6. Air ﬁ lter

7. Continuous drain outlet

8. Power cord storage band

9. Power cord

10. Pump drain outlet

• The default humidity setting is 40% and high fan speed. Depending on humidity conditions the dehumidiﬁ er may not start automatically under the default setting. This means the humidity in the surrounding air is less than 40%. Press the down button to lower the set humidity until the set humidity is lower than the ambient humidity.

• For optimal performance, ensure that the humidity setting is 10% lower than the ambient humidity. It is normal for the ambient humidity to vary up to 5% above or below the set humidity.

• It is recommended in normal conditions to set the humidity between 40-45%.

• It is normal for the dehumidiﬁ er to exhaust warm air from the top.

CASTER INSTALLATION

1. Remove the casters from the bucket of the dehumidiﬁ er.

2. Locate the arrow on the bottom of the dehumidiﬁ er and insert the caster according to the arrow direction.

3. Slide the caster in as far as it will go, until it snaps into place.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CONTROL PANEL

4 5 6 7 8 9

1. Auto-defrost: When frost builds on the evaporator

coils, the compressor will cycle off and the fan will continue to run until the frost disappears.

2. Bucket Full Light: The light will illuminate when the

bucket is full or incorrectly positioned inside the cabinet. The compressor and fan operation are terminated as a safety feature. When the bucket is emptied or correctly re-positioned the dehumidiﬁ er will resume operation automatically.

3. Display: Shows the actual (± 5% accuracy) room

humidity level in a range of 30% RH to 90% RH. Otherwise, displays selection when programming humidity or timer.

4. Drain Pump Button: Connect the provided drain

hose and press this button to active the drain pump. The pump light will illuminate.

5. Smart Dehumidify: This function will automatically

adjust the humidity level with the ﬂ uctuating room temperatures. The humidity level cannot be adjusted in this setting, it will stabilize between 45% - 55%.

6. Filter Button: The check ﬁ lter light will illuminate after

250 hours of operation as a reminder to clean the ﬁ lter. To reset this function after cleaning the ﬁ lter, press the ﬁ lter button and the light will go off.

TIMER FUNCTION

Auto Off Function

1. When the appliance is turned on, press the timer button to activate the auto-stop timer. The autostop light will illuminate.

2. Press the up and down buttons to change the set time in 0.5 hour increments up to 10 hours and then in 1 hour increments up to 24 hours.

3. Press the timer button to conﬁ rm programming.

Auto On Function

4. When the appliance is turned off, press the timer button to activate the auto-start timer. Set the time as per the instructions above. Press the timer button again to conﬁ rm programming.

The auto on and auto off functions can be used at the same time by ﬁ rst setting one and then the other. Both indicator lights will illuminate and the display will count down to the appliance either turning off or on, whichever function was set ﬁ rst.

Note: The timer will not cycle the appliance on and off indeﬁ nitely. The auto on and auto off timers will function one time and then the appliance will return to regular functioning.

Turning the appliance on or off at any time or changing the timer setting to 0.0 will cancel the timer settings.

MEMORY AND AUTO RESTART SETTINGS

7. Continuous Button: Press to activate the continuous

dehumidifying operation.

8. Fan button: Controls the fan speed. Press to select

either high or normal fan speed. The light will illuminate on high fan speed.

9. Timer Button: Press to initiate the auto-start and

auto-stop feature. Set a start or stop time from 0.0 to 24 hours using the ( ) and ( ) keys.

10. ( / ) Buttons: The humidity level can be set

within a range of 35% to 85% relative humidity in 5% increments. For drier air, press the ( ) button and set to a lower percentage value. For more damp air, press the ( ) button and set a higher percentage value.

11. Power Button: Press to turn the dehumidiﬁ er on or

off.

Each time the appliance is disconnected or reconnected or in the event of a power failure, the appliance will default to the last program setting that was used.

If the appliance shuts off unexpectedly due to a power failure, it will restart with the previous settings automatically once power resumes.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WATER REMOVAL

There are two ways to remove collected water from the appliance.

1. Water Bucket

The dehumidiﬁ er will automatically collect condensed water in the water bucket. When the bucket is full or displaced inside the unit, the ﬂ oat actuator inside the bucket breaks contact with the safety switch. The compressor will shut down, preventing moisture from being condensed. The fan will continue to run for approximately 2-3 minutes. Water may drip onto the base of the appliance and onto the ﬂ oor. Make sure to protect ﬂ ooring when emptying the water bucket.

Never tamper with or attempt to defeat the water level ﬂ oat system. Proper installation of the water bucket is crucial in maintaining reliable operation.

To empty the bucket, gently remove it from the appliance by gripping both sides and pulling outward. Be cautious when removing the bucket, it will be full and can be heavy.

Do not place the water bucket directly on the ﬂ oor. The bottom of the bucket is uneven and it will fall over and spill water.

Empty the bucket and replace it in the appliance. The dehumidiﬁ er will not function without the bucket installed.

The bucket should be cleaned every few weeks to prevent mold growth. Only use mild detergent to clean the bucket; do not use harsh chemicals or bleach.

2. Continuous Drain

Water can be removed from the appliance using the continuous drain and a standard garden hose (not provided).

Before using any automatic drain functions, check that all drain ports are clean and free of debris. There are either one or two drain ports inside the bucket compartment of the appliance, remove the bucket to see them. There are one or two drain ports on the back of the appliance where the drain hoses attach. All drain ports should be cleaned with a pipe cleaner prior to use.

Note: Do not clean the drain ports with anything more rigid than a pipe cleaner as this can damage the appliance.

Note: If the drain ports are clogged or dirty it can cause water to leak from the bottom of the appliance.

Remove the cover from the continuous drain outlet and attach the female threaded end of the garden hose to the back of the appliance. Direct the other end of the garden hose to a bucket or ﬂ oor drain.

Ensure that the garden hose is not bent and goes straight down from the back of the appliance. The continuous drain is only activated by gravity so any bends or upward motion in the hose will stop the water from draining.

The garden hose should be cut so that it is no more than 1.8 m (6 feet) long. If the drain hose is too long water may not drain completely which can lead to stagnant water and mildew build up inside the hose.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3. Pump Drain

In situations where the drain hose cannot reach a ﬂ oor drain or if the drain hose needs to reach a receptacle that is above the level of the appliance, water can be drained from the appliance using the pump.

1. Remove the cap on the pump drain port on the back of the appliance.

2. Connect the provided drain hose to the drain port.

3. Ensure that there are no bends in the drain hose.

4. Press the pump button to initiate the pump drain.

5. The maximum length of the pump drain hose is 5 m (16 feet).

INTERNAL PUMP ARM

Inside the appliance there is a pump arm that will draw water out of the bucket and then drain it out through the drain hose. When replacing the bucket in the appliance after emptying it, ensure that the pump arm has not fallen down or the bucket will not go back into the appliance.

If the pump arm has fallen down, gently push it up toward the top of the unit until it clicks into place.

Note: The pump will only become active once the bucket is full of water.

As the dehumidiﬁ er removes water from the air, the water will ﬁ rst ﬁ ll the bucket. When the bucket is full, the pump arm will drop into the bucket and remove as much water as it can reach. The water will drain through the attached drain hose.

The appliance will continue to function, removing more water from the air and ﬁ lling the bucket again.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

AIR FILTER

The ﬁ lter indicator will illuminate after 250 hours of use, indicating that the ﬁ lter should be cleaned.

Remove the ﬁ lter from the back of the appliance. Use a vacuum to remove dust from the ﬁ lter or wash with warm water and mild detergent. Ensure the ﬁ lter is completely dry before replacing it in the appliance. Press the ﬁ lter button to reset the ﬁ lter indicator.

Note: Do not operate the appliance without the air ﬁ lter installed.

CLEANING

To avoid possible electric shock, ensure that the appliance is unplugged before performing any cleaning or maintenance.

The outside of the appliance can be wiped clean with a soft cloth or with a lukewarm, damp cloth if necessary.

Do not use gasoline, benzene, thinner or any other chemicals to clean this appliance as these substances can cause damage to the ﬁ nish and deformation of plastic parts.

Never pour water directly onto the appliance as this will cause deterioration of electrical components and wiring insulation.

Ensure that the drain ports on the interior of the appliance and the drain ports on the back of the appliance are free of dirt and calcium build up.

ERROR CODES

LONG TERM STORAGE

Ensure that the inside of the appliance is dry before storing for the off season to help avoid the growth of mold or mildew. Ensure the ﬁ lter is clean and dry. Secure the power cord with the power cord strap as per the image below. Store the appliance upright and covered in a dry location.

If the display panel shows any of the below error codes, unplug the appliance, let it stand for 5-10 minutes and then plug it back in. If the error persists, call for service.

AS - Humidity sensor error ES - Temperature sensor error E3 - Control panel error P2 or Eb - Bucket is full or not in the correct position

DISPOSAL

This appliance may not be treated as regular household waste, it should be taken to the appropriate waste collection point for recycling of electrical components. Check for local regulatory compliance regarding approved and safe disposal of this appliance.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Danby Consumer Care: 1-800-263-2629

Hours of operation:

Monday to Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Eastern Standard Time Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Eastern Standard Time

Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

Appliance will not operate • Plug is not fully inserted into the wall outlet

• Blown fuse or circuit breaker

• Ambient humidity is lower than the set humidity

• Bucket is full or is not in the proper position

Insufﬁ cient dehumidifying • Air ﬁ lter is dirty

• Blocked air ﬂ ow

• Appliance size is too small for application

• Ambient humidity is lower than the set humidity

Noise • Air ﬁ lter is dirty

• Bucket is not in proper position

• Floor surface is not level

Odors • Formation of mold or mildew on internal wet surfaces

• Place an algaecide tablet in the water bucket

Water on ﬂ oor • Hose connection is loose

• Drain cover has been removed

Frost build up • When ambient temperature is below 5°C (41°F) frost may form

• Switch the appliance to fan only mode until the frost melts

LIMITED IN-HOME APPLIANCE WARRANTY

LIMITED “CARRY IN” WARRANTY

This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship, provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer.

This warranty is available only to the person to whom the unit was originally sold by Danby Products Limited (Canada) or Danby Products Inc. (U.S.A.) (hereafter

This warranty is available only to the person to whom the unit was originally sold by Danby Products Limited (Canada) or Danby

“Danby”) or by an authorized distributor of Danby, and is non-transferable.

Products Inc. (U.S.A.) (hereafter “Danby”) or by an authorized distributor of Danby, and is non-transferable.

TERMS OF WARRANTY

Plastic parts are warranted for thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, with no extensions provided.

Plastic parts, are warranted for thirty (30) days only from purchase date, with no extensions provided.

First 24 months

First Year

During the ﬁrst twenty four (24) months, any functional parts of this product found to be defective, will be repaired

During the rst twelve (12) months, any functional parts of this product found to be defective, will be repaired or replaced, at warrantor’s

or replaced, at warrantor’s option, at no charge to the original purchaser.

option, at no charge to the ORIGINAL purchaser.

To obtain service

To obtain Service

Contact the dealer where the unit was purchased, or contact the nearest authorized Danby service depot, where service must be performed by a qualiﬁed service technician. If service is performed on the unit by anyone other

Danby reserves the right to limit the boundaries of “In Home Service” to the proximity of an Authorized Service Depot. Any app liance

than an authorized service depot, all obligations of Danby under this warranty shall be void.

requiring service outside the limited boundaries of “In Home Service” , it will be the consumer’s responsibility to transport the appliance (at their own expense) to the original retailer (point of purchase) or a service depot for repair. See “Boundaries of In Home Serv ice” below.

It is the responsibility of the purchaser to transport the appliance to the nearest authorized service depot.

Contact your dealer from whom your unit was purchased, or contact your nearest authorized Danby service depot, where service must be performed by a qualied service technician.

Transportation charges to and from the service location are not protected by this warranty and are the responsibility of the purchaser.

If service is performed on the units by anyone other than an authorized service depot, or the unit is used for commercial appli cation, all obligations of Danby under this warranty shall be void.

Nothing within this warranty shall imply that Danby will be responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other

Boundaries of

contents of this appliance, whether due to any defect of the appliance, or its use, whether proper or improper.

In Home Service

Save as herein provided, by Danby, there are no other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or implied, made or intended by Danby or its authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, including any warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or statute is hereby expressly

Nothing within this warranty shall imply that Danby will be responsible or liable for any spoilage or damage to food or other c ontents of this appliance, whether due

excluded. Save as herein provided, Danby shall not be responsible for any damages to persons or property, including the unit itself,

to any defect of the appliance, or its use, whether proper or improper.

howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction of the unit and by the purchase of the unit, the purchaser does hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Danby from any claim for damages to persons or property caused by the unit.

Save as herein provided, Danby, there are no other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or implied, m ade or intended by Danby or its authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, including any warranties, conditio ns, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or statue is hereby expressly excluded. Save as herein provided, Danby shall no t be responsible for any damages

No warranty or insurance herein contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by any of the following:

to persons or property, including the unit itself, howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction o f the unit and by the purchase of

1) Power failure.

the unit, the purchaser does hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Danby from any claim for damages to persons or propert y caused by the unit.

2) Damage in transit or when moving the appliance.

3) Improper power supply such as low voltage, defective house wiring or inadequate fuses.

4) Accident, alteration, abuse or misuse of the appliance such as inadequate air circulation in the room or abnormal operating conditions (ie. extremely high or low room temperature).

No warranty or insurance herein contained or set out shall apply when damage or repair is caused by any of the following:

5) Use for commercial or industrial purposes (ie. If the appliance is not installed in a domestic residence).

1) Power failure.

6) Fire, water damage, theft, war, riot, hostility, acts of God such as hurricanes, ﬂoods etc.

2) Damage in transit or when moving the appliance.

7) Service calls resulting in customer education.

3) Improper power supply such as low voltage, defective house wiring or inadequate fuses.

8) Improper Installation (ie. Building-in of a free standing appliance or using an appliance outdoors that is not approved for outdoor

4) Accident, alteration, abuse or misuse of the appliance such as inadequate air circulation in the room or abnormal operating con ditions

application, including but not limited to: garages, patios, porches or anywhere that is not properly insulated or climate controlled).

If the appliance is installed in a location that is 100 kilometers (62 miles) or more from the nearest service center your unit must be delivered to the nearest authorized Danby Service Depot, as service must only be performed by a technician qualied and certif ied for warranty service by Danby. Transportation charges to and from the service location are not protected by this warranty and are t he

EXCLUSIONS

responsibility of the purchaser.

EXCLUSIONS

GENERAL PROVISIONS

(extremely high or low room temperature).

Proof of purchase date will be required for warranty claims; retain bills of sale. In the event that warranty service is required, present

5) Use for commercial or industrial purposes (ie. If the appliance is not installed in a domestic residence).

the proof of purchase to our authorized service depot.

6) Fire, water damage, theft, war, riot, hostility, acts of God such as hurricanes, oods etc.

7) Service calls resulting in customer education.

8) Improper Installation (ie. Building-in of a free standing appliance or using an appliance outdoors that is not approved for out door application).

Proof of purchase date will be required for warranty claims; so, please retain bills of sale. In the event warranty service is required, present this document to our AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEPOT.

Danby Products Limited

PO Box 1778, Guelph, Ontario, Canada N1H 6Z9

Telephone: (519) 837-0920 FAX: (519) 837-0449

Warranty Service

In-home

Carry In

1-800-263-2629

04/17

04/09

Danby Products Inc.

PO Box 669, Findlay, Ohio, U.S.A. 45840

Telephone: (419) 425-8627 FAX: (419) 425-8629

PO Box 669, Findlay, Ohio, U.S.A. 45840

Telephone: (419) 425-8627 FAX: (419) 425-8629

Danby Products Inc.

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