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Contents
Energy-Saving Tips . . . ........2
Important Safety Instructions. ...2
Electrical Safety . . . . . . ........3
Operating Your
Dehumidifier . . . . . .......4, 5
Care & Cleaning . . . . . ........5
The Problem Solver . . . ........6
If You Need Service . . . ........7
Warranty . . . . Back Cover
Ene~y-Saving ~ps
● Keep the air filter clean. (See
instructions on
●
Keep the dehumidifier at least 10
inches away from the wall to ensure
adequate air flow.
●
Do not block the front of the
dehumidifier when it is operating.
If you do, air flow essential to
efficient operation will be
restricted.
●
Close all doors and windows in
the room being dehumidified.
Incoming moisture-laden air will
reduce the dehumidifier’s
effectiveness.
page
6.)
Help us
help you...
Read this book carefully.
It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your dehumidifier
properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
General Electric Company
Appliance Park
Louisville. KY 40225
Write down the model and
serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label on the
side wall of the dehumidifier when
the water collection bucket is
removed.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your dehumidifier. Before sending
in this card, please write these
numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
SAFETY
~STRUCTIONS
When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:
o
Use this appliance only for its
intended purpose
this Use and Care Book.
●
This d~hu~idifier
properly grounded before it is
used.
See
grounding instructions
on page 3.
●
Never operate this appliance
in an area that
accumulate standing water.
this condition develops, for your
safety
dismnnect the
before stepping into the water.
●
Never unplug the dehumidifier
by pulling on
Always grip the plug firmly and
pull it straight out
* Repair
all ei@ric
or
repiace
service cords that
have become
damaged.
Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its
plug
lengti
or
connector end.
as described in
m~t
be
is
likely
to
power supply
the
power cord.
fmm
the outlet.
immediately
frayed
or otherwise
or at either the
If
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your dehumidifier.
If you received a damaged
dehumidifier,
the dealer (or builder) that sold you
the dehumidifier.
Save time and money. Before you
request service,
Solver on page 7. It lists minor
causes of operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
immediately contact
check the Problem
2
SAVE
T-E
mSTRUCTIONS
Electrical safety–IMPORTANT... Please Read Carefully
How to connect
electricity
For personal safety,
this appliance must be
properly grounded.
The power cord on this appliance has
a three-prong (grounding) plug that
mates with a standard three-prong
(grounding) wall outlet (Fig.
minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
PREFERRED
METHOD
,
n
INSURE PROPER
GROUNO
Fig. 1
BEFORE USE
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Use of adapter plug
(115-volt
Because of potential safety hazards
under certain conditions, we
strongly recommend against use of
an adapter
elect to use an adapter, where local
codes permit, a TEMPORARY
CONNE~ION
properly grounded two-prong wall
outlet by use of a
(Fig. 2) available at most local
hardware stores.
TEMPORARY METHOD
modelsonly)
plug.
(AOAPTER
PLUGS NOT
PERMITTED IN
However, if you still
maybe made to a
UL listed adapter
CANAOA)
Use of extension
not
recommended
Because of potential safety hazards
under certain conditions, we
strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord. However, if
you still elect to use an extension
cord, it is absolutely necessary that
it be a UL listed 3-wire grounding
type appliance extension cord and
that the current carrying rating of
the cord in amperes be equal to or
greater than the branch circuit size
shown on the rating nameplate of
the appliance. Such extension cords
are obtainable through your local
service organization
cor~
Where a standard two-prong wall
outlet is encountered, it is your
personal responsibility and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong wall outlet.
The larger slot in the adapter must be
aligned with the larger slot in the wall
outlet to
the connection of the power cord.
CAUTION:
ground terminal to wall outlet cover
screw does not ground the appliance
unless cover screw is metal, and not
insulated, and wall outlet is grounded
through house wiring. You should
have the circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
When disconnecting the power
cord from the adapter,
hold the adapter with one hand. If
this is not done, the adapter ground
terminal is very likely to break with
repeated use.
Should the adapter ground terminal
break, DO
until a proper ground has again
been established.
prov ide
proper polarity in
Attaching adapter
N~
USE the appliance
always
3
Operating Your Dehumidifier
How
it
worb
Moist, humid air is drawn through
a filter and over a cold, refrigerated
dehumidifying coil. Moisture in
the air condenses on this coil and
then drains into a bucket (or
through a hose into a drain). Dry,
clean air flows out the front grille
into the room.
Air
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circulating
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Dehumidifying
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Humid
coil
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ain
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When locating the dehumidifier,
be sure to place it where there is no
restriction to the air flow either into
the coil at the rear or from the front
grille. Good air circulation through
the appliance is essential to efficient
operation.
Humidity Control
A Humidity Control, built into
your dehumidifier, automatically
maintains a selected humidity level.
It starts the dehumidifier when the
humidity is high and shuts it off
when the humidity is low.
HUMIDITY
CONTROL
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1-
10
8
For maximum
dehumidification
The Humidity Control has settings
from “l” to
control knob to “10” provides the
greatest amount of dehumidification,
;urning
Even when the Humidity Control is
set at
run continuously during particularly
humid periods due to seepage of
humid air into the room through
the
tils,
and through the use of clothes dryers
and similar equipment that adds
moisture to the air. The continuous
operation of the dehumidifier during
such humid periods is normal and
necessary to maintain desired
conditions.
“10~’
Turning the
it to “l” provides the least.
“101’
the dehumidifier. will
around doors and windows
The first 1 to 3
weeh
that you have
your dehumidifier, run it at “10”
to allow it to remove large amounts
of accumulated moisture from the
room. When the room has reached
the desired humidity level, the
amount of moisture removed from
the air will be considerably less.
Rotate the Humidity Control knob
toward “l” until the dehumidifier
shuts off. The Humidity Control
will automatically maintain the
desired dryness in the room.
When the dehumidifier is first
turned on
and the dehumidifying
coil is dry, a light coating of frost
will appear. This is normal. The
frost will melt in 10 or 15 minutes.
If room temperature goes below
65°F.,
frost may accumulate on the
dehumidifying coil, reducing the
unit’s operating efficiency. On frost
control models, the compressor
will shut off automatically until the
coil reaches the correct operating
temperature. The fan will continue
to run to aid in the defrosting. For
models without the frost control
feature, we recommend that you
turn the Humidity Control knob to
“l” to allow the coil to defrost.
Then turn it back to the desired
setting.
To remove collected water
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The dehumidifier is equipped with
an 8-quart bucket that catches the
water that is removed from the air.
4
Care & Cleaning
Occasionally the dehumidifier
will require cleaning.
vacuum cleaner attachment or brush
to clean the front grille. The best
way to clean the dehumidifying coil
is by the use of a soft brush and an
adequate amount of hot water.
Use a
1
10
When the bucket is full of water,
the float ball rises and activates a
switch that turns the PAN FULL
light on and stops dehumidification
before the bucket overflows.
3
1
Before removing the bucket to
empty it,
knob to “1
dehumidifier from operating when
the bucket is not in place.
When replacing the bucket,
it all the way into the dehumidifier
and make sure the float hangs
freely inside the bucket.
turn
th;
Humidity Control
~’
This will prevent the
8
10
push
An air filter
dehumidifier cleans the air
the dehumidifying coil. Check it
frequently to make sure it is
a dirt-choked filter will block air
flow and reduce the unit’s
The filter snaps out for cleaning
and is washable. Wash it in a mild
solution of household detergent and
warm water. Then rinse it thoroughly.
at the rear of the
entering
clean—
efficienq.
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Do not turn a hose on the coil.
After replacing the bucket, be
sure to turn the Humidity Control
knob back to the desired setting.
EIOr
continuous drain-off
of water
Remove the bucket and attach a
suitable length of standard garden
hose (not supplied). A male thread
is provided on the drain.
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Questions?
Use This Problem Solver
PROBLEM
DEHUMIDIFIER
DOES
N~OPERATE
DEHUMIDIFIER
“DOES NOT DRY THE
AIR AS IT SHOULD”
WATER ON FLOOR
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
●
Not
plugged in. Plug
●
If plugged in, fuse could have blown or circuit breaker may have tripped.
*
Frost buildup on dehumidifying coil (on models without frost control), caused by
room temperature dropping below
may have been bumped loose.
65°F,
Turn Humidity Control knob to “l” to allow
coil to defrost, then reset it when the room warms up.
. When the dehumidifier was
first instiled,
not enough time was allowed for it to
remove the large amount of moisture that had accumulated in the room. As long as
“10~’
three weeks, with the Humidity Control knob set at
desird
and maintain the
●
Objects blocking front and/or back of dehumidifier will restrict airflow and reduce
dryness.
may be required to achieve
efficiency.
c
Humidity Control maybe set too
c
Doors and/or windows may not be
. Air filter may need cleaning. Seepage
●
Clothes dryer may be blowing moisture-laden air into the room.
●
Float may not be suspended freely in bucket.
●
Bucket may not be pushed dl the way into the dehumidifier.
●
Connection maybe loose if garden hose is attached to dehumidifier for continuous
low.
Turn control knob to a higher setting.
tightiy
closed.
5.
drain-off.
If
you need more help.. call, toll free:
The GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000
consumer information service
6
If You Need Service
To
obmin
service, see your warranty
on the back page of this book.
We’re proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
steps to follow for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details-including
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
General
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North
Chicago, Illinois 60606
E1ectric
Wacker
Drive
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ERAL
ELECTRIC DEHUMIDIFIER
wARRANTy~
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancel led check to establish warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For
one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor
any
the
part of
sealed
to repair or replace
dehumidifier that fails because of
a manufacturing defect.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL
FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY
For the second through fifth year
from date of original purchase, we
will provide, free of charge, parts
and service labor to repair or
any
replace
system
dehumidifying coil and all connecting
tubing) that fails because of a
manufacturing defect.
For each of the above warranties:
You must take the dehumidifier to a
General Electric Factory Service
Center or a General Electric
Customer
it up following service. In-home
service is also available, but you
must pay for the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
part of
(the compressor, condenser,
Care’”
Servicer and pick
the
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for use in the 48 mainland
states, Alaska, Hawaii and
Washington,
All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory Service Centers or
by our authorized Customer Care’
servicers during normal working
hours,
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY,
GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY
SERVICE, GENERAL
HOTPOINT
GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER
CARER’
D.C.
ELECTRIC-
FACTORY SERVICE or
SERVICE.
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If you have an installation problem,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical, plumbing and
other connecting facilities.
. Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you.
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Manager—Consumer Affairs, General Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225
In
Canada
This warranty gives you
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If further
specific
Warrantor: General Electric Company
help is needed concerning this warranty, contact:
G EN
installation.
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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Failure of the product if it is used
for other than its intended purpose
or used commercially.
● Damage to product caused
by accident, fire, floods or acts
of God.
WARRANTOR IS
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
IC
NOT
RESPONSIBLE
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