GE APEL50, APEW50, APER50 Owner’s Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . .3

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

How the Dehumidifier Operates . . . . . . . . .5

Automatic Defrost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Choosing a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Removing Collected Water . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Water Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Bucket Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

CARE AND CLEANING

Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Water Bucket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Air Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Bucket Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. . . . . . 10

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.

OWNER’S MANUAL

APEL50

APEW50

APER50

ENGLISH/ESPAÑOL

GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.

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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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manufacturer and not repaired. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

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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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3. Humidity Set Control Pads

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4. Display

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5.Fan Speed Pad

Controls the fan speed.

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6. Delay Off

While the dehumidifier is in operation, press this pad to

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7. Pump

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Other Features

Empty Light

Glows when the bucket is ready to be emptied, or when the bucket is removed or not replaced in the proper position.

Alarm

If the bucket is full or missing for more than 3 minutes, an

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Auto Shut Off

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or not replaced in the proper position. NOTE: )DQ ZLOO continue to run approximately 3 minutes after bucket is removed.

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.

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.

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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).
Dry, clean air is drawn through the condenser where it is
heated and discharged out the top grille into the room.

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.

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	to length, and lead it to the floor drain.
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.

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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.

drain hose

nozzle

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Use the internal pump. Water can be automatically emptied into a remote location by attaching the included pump hose.

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Make sure to install hose (included) before activating the pump.

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Using the Dehumidifier

Removing Collected Water (Continued)

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sure it is secure. Should not be able to be removed.							flow.

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Water Level

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Bucket Operation

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If removed the Dehumidifier will not work properly.

When the coil is defrosted, the compressor or fan will automatically restart and dehumidifying will resume.

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Care and Cleaning

Turn off the dehumidifier and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Grille and Case

To clean the case:	To clean the front grille:
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bleach or abrasives.

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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To remove:

Air Filter

Remove the bucket. Grasp the filter edge, and pull it straight down and out.

To clean:

Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it.

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