Fedders A3DH30B2A User Manual

For Future Reference

Write down the model and serial numbers

The model and serial numbers can be found on back
of the unit. Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls concerning your air
conditioner.

Para referencia futura

Escriba el número de modelo y de serie

Puede encontrar los números de modelo y de serie
en el parte posterior del acondicionador. Use estos números en
cualquier correspondencia o llamada de servicio con relación
a su acondicionador de aire.

Pour consultation ultérieure

Inscrivez les numéros de modèle et de série

Les numéros de modèle et de série se trouvent sur le côté de
arrière de l’appareil. Utilisez ces numéros lors de toute
correspondance ou appel au service après-vente ayant trait à
votre climatiseur.

Dehumidifier

Model No., No. de Modelo, N° de modèle

Serial No., No.de Serie, N° de série

Date of Purchase, Fecha de Compra, Date d’achat

ENGLISH

Important Safety Instructions .................................... 1

Installation .............................................................. 1

Operation ................................................................ 2

Maintenance ............................................................ 3

Warranty .................................................................. 4

ESPAÑOL

Instrucciones importantes de seguridad.................... 5

Instalación................................................................ 5

Funcionamiento ...................................................... 6

Mantenimiento ........................................................ 7

Garantía .................................................................. 8

FRANÇAIS

Directives de sécurité importantes............................ 9

Installation .............................................................. 9

Utilisation .............................................................. 10

Dépannage ............................................................ 11

Garantie ................................................................ 12

Dehumidifiers

Installation &
Operations Manual

Deshumificadores

Manual de Instalación
y Funcionamiento

Déshumidificateurs

Manuel d'installation
et d'utilisation

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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Important Grounding Requirements

Your Dehumidifier will operate on any 115 volt, 3-pronged
(grounded), 60 Hz circuit. A separate line is not required, but it
is advisable not to overload the circuit with heavy duty
appliances such as washing machines, etc. For your safety, this
dehumidifier is equipped with a 3-pronged, grounding plug and
must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet (Figs. 1 & 2). If
your outlet is not of the proper type, it is your responsibility to
have the outlet and wiring changed to the correct type. DO NOT
cut off the third (grounding) prong.

DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER.

Three-prong
grounding plug

Single outlet

grounding

wall receptacle

Grounded
three-prong
wall receptacle

1

3

4

2

Power Supply: 115V, 60HZ

AC Only 1-Phase

Outlet Requirement: 3-Prong

Grounding Type: 125 V, 15 Amp

Minimum Wire Size: #14 (A.W.G.) 3-Wire

Use Copper Wire Only

Circuit Protector: 15 Amp Time Delay Fuse

or Circuit Breaker

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

1.Plug unit only into grounded electrical outlet.

2.Do not use an extension cord or plug adaptor with this
unit.

3.Do not operate unit with filter removed.

Failure to follow the above precautions could result in
electrical shock, fire or personal injury.

If the dehumidifier has a serial plate rating of 115 volts and
up to and including 7.5 amps the unit may be on a fuse or
circuit breaker with other devices. However, the maximum

amps of all devices on that fuse or circuit breaker can not
exceed the amps of the fuse or circuit breaker.

Notice

Do not operate this dehumidifier without proper time
delay circuit protection. Refer to serial plate for proper
power supply requirements.

RECOMMENDED CIRCUIT WIRE SIZES

(As installed per building code)

PROTECTOR SIZE WIRE GAUGE

15 AMP #14 MINIMUM
20 AMP #12 MINIMUM
30 AMP #10 MINIMUM

115V 230V 230V 230V

15A 15A 20A 30A

For Your Safety:

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes
can create a fire hazard or explosion.

WARNING

Close Windows and Doors

To assure efficient dehumidification, close all windows and doors
in the area where the dehumidifier is to operate (Fig.3).

Plug In

Once you have assembled your dehumidifier and installed it in
an appropriate location, plug the cord into a properly grounded
outlet as indicated in the electrical requirement (Fig. 4)

.

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OPERATION

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Power

Indicator

Overflow

Indicator

Humidistat/

Power

Control

Automatic Humidity Control

The humidistat control automatically turns your dehumidifier on or
off to maintain the humidity level you select. Allow dehumidifier
to reach room temperature, then turn control knob to number 5
(normal average setting). The fan and compressor will run together,
dehumidifying the room. If unit does not turn on at this setting, this
generally means that the relative humidity is already low and
dehumidification may not be needed at this time.

After operating several days at this setting with doors and windows
closed, you may readjust this control to a slightly higher number
for lower humidity (drier air) or to a slightly lower number for
higher humidity (moist air).

If knob is turned to “Continuous Run” then the compressor will run
regardless of actual room humidity. If not properly monitored, this
setting could cause excess energy usage.

Overflow Indicator

An automatic overflow switch and indicator light are provided to
turn the dehumidifier off before the container overflows. When the
indicator light on the control panel glows, the water container
must be emptied.

Filter

Filter Cleaning

1. Turn the power off.

2. Use a vacuum cleaner attachment or brush to clean the front grille.

3. Remove the filter.

4. To clean the filter, wash in warm, soapy water, rinse and shake dry.

Cleaning is recommended monthly, or as conditions require.

Proper use and care of your dehumidifier will help ensure longer life of
the unit. It is recommended to annually inspect and clean the coils
and condensate water passages. Expense of annual inspection is the
consumers’ responsibility.

Note: A piece of tape is
attached to the container
to ensure safe shipping.
This piece of tape may be
removed.

Condensate
Container

Handle

Condensate
Drain

5

6

To empty the Container:

When the condensate water container is full, the indicator lights up.

1. Turn the power off before removing container. Wait 3 minutes for
any remaining water to drain into the condensate container.

2. Tilt the container forward then lift carefully by the handle.

3. Empty and gently re-insert the container.

Important:This water is not suitable for drinking.

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INSTALLATION/SERVICE

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Service

(Read carefully before calling for service)

If the Dehumidifier Fails to Start

p Make sure the unit is plugged into an operating outlet and the
control knob is turned to the number “8” position.
p If the indicator light (most models) is on, empty the full water
container. The indicator light should now go OFF, and the
dehumidifierwill begin to operate so be sure to quickly reinsert the
empty water container. If the dehumidifier does not begin to
operate make sure the float is attached to the water container.

Unit Runs, But Very Little Water is
Collected

p The amount of water removed from the air depends on the
relative humidity of the air and the capacity of the dehumidifier
purchased. When the air feels damp (high relative humidity), more
moisture will be removed and the container will fill up more
rapidly. As the unit continues to remove moisture and reduce the
humidity in the area, less water will be collected in the container.

p This unit is equipped with a defrost control , which will
automatically activate when needed. When in defrost mode the
compressor will cycle on and off and the unit will make less water.

p Room humidity is low (below 40%).

Sounds

It is reassuring to know that your dehumidifier is functioning
properly. These are some normal sounds which should not be a
cause for concern:

p Air rushing over air drying coils.
p Hissing or thumping - refrigerant is flowing throughout the

sealed system and may generate a “boiling” sound right after the
compressor stops.

p Compressor may “thump” as it cycles on and off.
p Water dripping from coils onto the drainplate.
p The humidistat control, compressor and fan “tick” as they turn

on and off. Metal makes a similar sound when expanding

or contracting.

Permanant Drain Installation (optional):

The condesate water can be removed directly from the unit to a drain
through a garden hose with the included adapter.

1. Turn the power off before beginning work.

2. Use a screwdriver to remove the knock-out at the back of the unit.
(Fig.7)

3. Slide the garden hose adapter (supplied) over the condensate
drain through the knock-out hole. (Fig 8)

4. The garden hose should lead to a floor drain or other appropriate
drain source. The garden hose should have no inclines or sharp
bends. (Fig 8)

Permanant drain
knock-out

Garden Hose

Hose Adapter

Side View

To floor drain

Condensate Drain

7

8