GE ADHL22, ADHL35 Owner’s Manual
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How the Dehumidifier Operates . . . . . . . . . |
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Automatic Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Choosing a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Removing Collected Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Water Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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CARE AND CLEANING
Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Water Bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Air Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. . . . . . .9
CONSUMER SUPPORT
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #_________________
Serial # _________________
You can find them on a label on the back of the dehumidifier.
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
49-5000545 Rev. 0 09-20 GEA
THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
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HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third
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3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
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RECYCLING INFORMATION
For appliance recycling information please visit www.geappliances.com/recycling.
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Controls
Appearance may vary by model.
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Controls
NOTE: When the bucket is full or removed, the controls cannot be set.
1.Power Pad
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2.Fan Speed Pad
Controls the fan speed.
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Set the fan control to High for maximum moisture removal. When the humidity has been reduced and quiet operation is
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Smart Dry compares the set humidity level with the actual humidity and adjusts the fan speed automatically.
3.Display
Shows the set % humidity level while setting, then shows the actual (+/– 5% accuracy) room % humidity level.
4.Humidity Set Control Pads
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5.Filter Timer
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6.Delay Off
While the dehumidifier is operating press the Delay button.
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Delay On
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7.Empty Indicator
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Other Features
Alarm
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Power Outage
In the case of a power outage or interruption, the unit will automatically restart, in the settings last used, after the power is restored.
Auto Shut Off
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Auto Defrost
When frost builds up on the evaporator coils, the compressor will cycle off and the fan will continue to run until the frost disappears.
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NOTE: Before plugging in the dehumidifier, remove the casters from the bucket and install as shown below.
Installing the Casters
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2. Carefully lay the dehumidifier down on it’s front or back on a padded surface to prevent damage to the unit.
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Using the Dehumidifier
When first using the dehumidifier, operate the unit continuously for 24 hours.
How the Dehumidifier Operates
Moist, humid air is drawn over a cold refrigerated |
It is normal for the surrounding air to become slightly |
dehumidifying coil. Moisture in the air condenses on this coil |
warmer as the dehumidifier operates. |
and drains into a bucket (or through a hose and drain). |
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Dry, clean air is drawn through the condenser where it is |
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Automatic Defrost
When frost builds up on the evaporator coils, the |
When the coil is defrosted, the compressor or fan will |
compressor will cycle off and the fan will continue to run |
automatically restart and dehumidifying will resume. |
until the frost disappears. |
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Choosing a Location
A dehumidifier operating in a basement will have little or no effect in drying an adjacent enclosed storage area, such as a closet, unless there is adequate circulation of air in and out of the area.
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Using the Dehumidifier
Always make sure the water bucket is locked into place on the dehumidifier.
Removing Collected Water
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Use the bucket. When the bucket is removed, the unit will shut off. Empty and replace the bucket.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the hose if using the bucket to collect water. When the hose is connected, water will flow through it onto the floor instead of into the bucket.
Handle
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Use a hose. Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain by attaching a garden water hose (not included).
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2. Open the drain cover on the side of the unit.
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Water Level
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Bucket Operation
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If removed the Dehumidifier will not work properly.
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Care and Cleaning
Turn off the dehumidifier and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Grille and Case
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To clean the top or rear grille: |
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Water Bucket
To clean:
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NOTE: Do not use a dishwasher to clean the water bucket.
To remove:
Remove the bucket and pour out any water.
To replace:
Slide the bucket into the dehumidifier.
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Air Filter
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