Friedrich D40, D30, D50 User Manual

Installation & Operation Guide

DEHUMIDIFIER MODELS

115 Volts • D30 • D40 • D50

EPA DOE

(D40 / D50 Only)

Model information can be found on the name plate on the rear of the unit behind the condensate bucket. To register your dehumidifier, complete and mail the enclosed registration card. or register on-line at www.friedrich. com (USA only). For your future convenience, record the model information here.

MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASE DATE

920-137-00 (01/02)

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dehumidifier properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your dehumidifier.

You'll find many answers to common problems in the chart of Troubleshooting Tips. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

READ THIS MANUAL

PRECAUTION

Safety Precautions.....3

Operating

Instructions.................5

Installation

Instructions.................8

Care and

Maintenance ..............9

Troubleshooting

Tips............................10

Warranty.....Back cover

Customer Assistance

Numbers ....Back cover

• Contact an Authorized Service Center for repair or maintenance of this unit.

• The dehumidifier is not intended for use by young children or invalids without supervision.

• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the dehumidifier.

WARNING

Safety Precautions

Read all instruction before using.

■ To prevent property damage or injury to the user or others, the following instructions myst be followed.

■ Incorrect operation due to ignoring instructions will cause harm or damage; the seriousness is classified by the

following indications.

■ Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.

WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury. CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to properties only.

Never do this.

Always do this.

Complete all grounding and installation requirements as described on page 5.

• It could cause electrical shock or fire.

Disconnect power cord from receptacle before servicing or cleaning.

• It could cause electrical shock or fire.

Do not use flammable fluids, solvents, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents to clean the dehumidifier.

• It could cause fire or product damage hazard.

Do not plug the dehumidifier in until the outside of unit is completely dry.

• It could cause electrical shock and personal injury hazard.

Do not use the water collected in the bucket for drinking purposes.

• It is not sanitary and could cause illness or personal injury hazard.

Do not clean the dehumidifier while it is plugged in.

• It may cause electrical shock.

CAUTION

Be sure to block the wheels to prevent unit from falling when installed on a table or shelf.

• It may damage the dehumidifier or cause other damage or injury.

Be sure to replace bucket properly after emptying to prevent water from collecting on the floor.

Make sure the dehumidifier is the correct size for the area you want to dehumidify.

Do not operate switches with wet hands.

• It may cause electrical shock.

Install the dehumidifier properly on a floor, table, or shelf that is level and strong enough to support it with a full bucket of water.

• It should withstand around 90 lbs (40kg) of weight.

Do not install dehumidifier in an area where temperatures will fall below 65°F (18°C.)

• Low temperatures could cause coils to frost and unit may not start.

Close all doors, windows and other outside openings to the room.

• The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most effective.

Do not put a pet or house plant where it will be exposed to direct air flow.

• This may injure the pet or plant.

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