DEHUMIDIF Bpdh5000bs3, Bpdh5000bs1, Bpdh5000fs0, Bfd200, Bfd300 Owner's Manual

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DEHUMIDIFIER

Use & Care Guide

Full light Humldlstat

Control panel

Front grille

FRONT VIEW

Rear grille Evaporator toll

(on cabinet under water pan)

REAR VIEW

Dreln hose connection

Part No. 1169993

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important Safety

Important Safety Instructions ........................ 2

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Before Using Your Dehumldifler .................... 3

Install properly ................................................ 3

Electrical requirements.. .................................

Using Your Dehumidifier ................................ 5

25, 30, 40, and 50 pint models ....................... 6

Setting the water level adjustment ................. 7

Water disposal methods ................................. 8

Caring for Your Dehumidifier ......................... 9

Troubleshooting.. ...........................................

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Requesting Assistance or Senrice .............. 12

Warranty .........................................................

Thank you for buying this dehumidifier. Please complete the form below. Have this information

ready if you need service or call with a question.

Copy model and serial numbers from label (see diagram on front cover) and purchase date from sales slip.

Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy place.

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company Phone Number

instructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock,

or personal Injury when using your dehumidifier, follow these bask precautions:

Read all lnstructlons before using your dehumidifier.

Complete the Installation and electrical requirements as described in “Before Using Your Dehumidifier” on pages 3 and 4.

Never allow children to operate or play with the dehumidifier.

Never clean dehumidifier parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

. FOR YOUR SAFETY

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOUNE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND UQUIDS IN THE VlClNlTY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPUANCE. THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION.

It is your responsibility to be sure your dehu-

midifier:

Is properly installed on a floor, table, or shetf that is reasonably level and strong enough to support unit with a full pan of water. Unit can weigh between 22.5 kg (50 Ibs.) and 33.8 kg

(75 lbs.), depending on the amount of water collected in the pan.

Is the correct size for the area you want to

dehumidify.

Is connected to the proper kind of outlet, with the correct electrical supply and grounding.

(See “Electrical requirements” on page 4.)

Is used only for jobs expected of home

dehumidifiers.

Is not used by children or anyone unable to

operate it properly.

Is properly maintained.

Is used in an area where the room temperature will not fall below 18.3% (65°F).

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

DO NOT REMOVE TECH SHEET from inside cabinet. Your service technician will need this information.

Before Using Your Dehumidifier

Install properly

Personal Injury Hazard

Because your dehumidifier weighs between 225 kg (50 Ibs.) and 33.8 kg (75 Ibs.), depending on the amount of water collected in the pan, R is recommended that you use proper lifting techniques when lifting or moving your unit. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.

1. Allow at least 30.5 cm (12 inches) of space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation.

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2. Install the unit on a floor, table, or shelf. When installing the unit on a table or shelf, be sure it is strong enough to support the unit with a full pan of water. A table or shelf may be a better position from which to handle the water pan. Do not sit or stand on this product. The height of a table or shelf may help prevent icing of coils due to colder air near the floor (such as can be found in a basement).

3. Keep all outside doors, windows, and other openings closed when dehumidifier is operating. Humid outdoor air will add to the dehumidifier’s operating load.

4. The water pan must be properly posi-

tioned, on the hangers inside the cabinet, when dehumidifier is operating in order for the automatic shutoff to operate correctly.

5. On most models, two rollers let you easily

move the dehumidifier. Remove the water pan. Tilt unit forward and roll to another position.

lf your model does not have rollers, pick up

the unit to move it to another position.

Before Using Your Dehumidifier Continued

Electrical requirements

OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.

Electrical ground is required on this appliance.

A 115 volt, 50 Hz., AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply is recommended. (Time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.) It is recommended that a separate circuit sewing only this appliance be provided. Do not use an extension cord.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUND PRONG.

Recommended grounding method For your personal safety, this appliance must be

grounded. This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating grounding type wall receptacle, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is not available, it is the responsibility of the customer to have a properly grounded, 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

Using Your Dehumidifier

You will use your dehumidifier more during months when you’re not heating your home. However, your dehumidifier can help prevent excessive moisture and keep you comfortable all year long, in any area of your home.

Use in a basement to help prevent moisture damage.

Use in cooking, laundry, bathing, and dishwashing areas which have excess moisture.

Use to prevent moisture damage anywhere books or valuables are stored.

Using Your Dehumidifier

Contmued

25,30,40, and 50 pint

models

PAN FULL

HUMIDISTAT

Control panel These units have a control panel containing two

controls -the Pan Full Light and the Humidistat. Pan Full Light -This light glows when the water

pan is full and needs to be emptied. Humidistat - This controls the amount of

moisture left in the room. When the humidity in the room increases, the unit automatically starts. When the humidity decreases to the selected level, the unit automatically stops. The unit will run constantly when control is set to DRYEST.

Unit operation

Turn Humidistat to OFF. Plug power supply cord into electrical outlet. Be sure to use the correct grounding technique. (See page 4.)

Turn the Humidistat toward DRYEST for normal operation.

The Humidistat can be set anywhere between OFF and DRYEST. lf you need more dehumidification, turn the Humidistat toward DRYEST. lf you need less dehumidification, turn the Humidistat toward OFF.

Stop the unit manually by turning Humidistat right to OFF.

NOTE: The dehumidifier will run continuously when the control is set to DRYEST.

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NOTE: Do not operate dehumidifiir at temperatures below 18.3% (65°F). The coils may become iced over and unit will not operate

Properly. Your dehumidifier is equipped with a feature to

help you get the most comfort from your new appliince by permitting it to operate down to

18.3% (65°F). If your dehumidifier runs when room temperature and humidity conditions are low, frost can form on its evaporator coil. This interferes with proper operation.

The De-icer Control senses frost buildup on the evaporator coil and automatically shuts off the compressor. The fan conttnues to run, drawing air across the coil, and melting the frost. When the coil is defrosted, the compressor automatically restarts, and dehumidifying resumes.

Setting the water level

adjustment

The Water Level Adjustment can be set in two positions to turn off the unit automatically when the pan is full. This prevents the danger of overflow.

Pan must be in proper position for Water Level

Control Switch to work.

NORMAL FILL - set Water Level Adjustment to the indentation on the left side. The water pan and water will weigh approximately 7.2 kg (16 Ibs.) and water pan will be ‘h full.

MAXIMUM FILL - set Water Level Adjustment to the raised area on the right side. The water pan and water will weigh approximately 10.8 kg (24 Ibs.) and water pan will be % full.

The Water Level Control Switch will automatically turn off the dehumidifier at the fill level you selected when pan ia property placed. Loosen the screw to move the Water Level Adjustment.

Retighten screw when adjusted to desired

setting.

Water disposal methods

Personal Injury Hazard

Do not use the water that collects in the water pan for drinking purposes. R is not sanitary and could cause Illness.

There are three methods of disposing of water.

1. Empty pan manually. When pan is full, remove it, empty it into a

large sink or tub, and put it back in place. Be sure pan Is properly placed so the Water Level Control Switch will work to shut off the unit automatically.

2. Place unit directly over drain. Pan has a threaded hose connection which

can be left open. Cut out opening with a knife or 19 mm (“h’) wood drill. Once opened, hose connection will continually drain water from the pan. Be sure to keep unit directly over a drain.

3. Attach garden hose to the threaded hose connection to carry water to drain.

Pan has a threaded hose connection which can be left open. Cut out opening with a knife or 19 mm (%“) wood drill.

Attach garden hose. Be sure hose does not kink or bend. It should lie flat from unit to drain. (Hose is not included.)

Once hose connection is opened, pan will continually drain through the hose. Be sure to keep hose flat and in drain.

Caring for Your Dehumidifier

Your dehumidifier is designed to serve you yearround. lt needs practically no attention. However, you should check your dehumidifier and inspect the coils annually.

You may call a service company to perform this annual checkup. (Cost of annual inspection is the owner’s responsibility.) OR

tf you are familiar with electrical appliances and their functions, below we have listed instructions which would allow you to do the inspection and

maintenance yourself. However, we suggest you contact a qualified service company to perform this service, as we will not be held responsible for any personal injury or damages, should you elect to service this unit.

Electrkal Shock and

Personal Injury Hazard

Disconnect Power supply cord from receptacle before performing any maintenance. Failure to do so could result in

electrical shock

Be careful when cleaning the coils. Fins are sharp. Failure to do so could result In personal Injury.

Socket head (on sides of cabinet)

screws

1. Disconnect power supply cord.

2. To remove outer cabinet:

To take off the plastic front grille, remove the two screws at the bottom. Drop grille down and take out.

Remove the socket head screws on each side of cabinet.

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