Use
&Care
Guide
Dehumidifier
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Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating
Auto Defrost..
Instructions
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Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
How the Dehumidifier Works ......................3
Humidity Control ............................................4
Care and
CIeaning............................5
Adapter Plug
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Condenser Coils ..............................................5
Grille and Cabinet ...........................................5
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Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Extension Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Appliance Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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Models:
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AHD40
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Before using your
dehumidifier, read this
book carefully.
It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new
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
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Write down the model and
serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label
behind the bucket at the back
of the dehumidifier.
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
Use these model and serial numbers
in any correspondence or service
calls concerning your dehumidifier.
If you received a damaged
dehumidifier...
Immediately contact the
dealer (or builder) that sold
you the dehumidifier.
Save time and money.
Before you request
service...
Check the Problem Solver in the
back of this book. It lists causes of
minor operating problems that you
can correct yourself.
To obtain service, see the
Consumer Services page in the
back 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.
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YOU NEED SERVICE
2
FIRST, contact the people who
FINALLY, if your problem is
still
serviced your appliance. Explain
not resolved, write:
why you are not pleased. In most
Major Appliance Consumer
cases this will solve the problem.
Action Panel
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
20 North
Wacker
Drive
write all the details—including
Chicago, IL 60606
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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When using this appliance, always exercise basic
safety precautions, including the following:
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This dehumidifier must be properly
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with the Installation Instructions
before it is used.
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Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Guide.
●
This dehumidifier must be properly grounded
before it is used. See
grounding instructions in
the Installation section.
●
Never operate this appliance in an area that is
likely to accumulate standing water,
If this
condition develops, for your safety disconnect the
power supply before stepping into the water,
●
Never unplug your dehumidifier by
P“lling on the
power
cord. Always gfip
plug firmly and pull straight out from the
receptacle.
●
Repair or replace immediately all electric
service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged.
Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion damage along its
length or at either the plug or connector end.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
How it works
Moist, humid air is drawn over a cold, refrigerated
Dehumidifying Coil
Condenser
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 is then drawn over the
condenser where it is actually heated several degrees
and discharged out the front
grille
into the room. It is
normal
for
the surrounding air to become slightly
warmer as the dehumidifier operates. This warming
effect further reduces the relative humidity of the
surrounding air.
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.
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Appearance may vary
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OPEMT~G
YOUR
DEH~~~ER
(continued)
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.
Hum;di~ Control
For maximum dehumidification
The Humidity Control has settings from “1“ to “ 10.”
Turning the control knob to “ 10” provides the greatest
amount of dehumidification, turning it to “1“ provides
the least.
Even when the Humidity Control is set at “ 10,” the
dehumidifier will run continuously during particularly
humid periods due to seepage of humid air into the
room through the walls, around doors and windows and
through the use of clothes dryers and similar equipment
that add moisture to the air. The continuous operation
of the dehumidifier during such humid periods is
normal and necessary to maintain desired conditions.
The first 3 or 4 days 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 “1“ 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 usually disappear
in 30 to 45 minutes.
If room temperature goes below
65°F.,
frost may
accumulate on the dehumidifying coil, reducing the
unit’s operating efficiency. The Auto Defrost control
will shut the compressor off automatically until the
coil reaches the correct operating temperature. The
fan will continue to run to aid in the defrosting.
The Auto Defrost feature is also designed to prevent
excessive on-off cycling, and under certain conditions
may allow the frost to remain on the coil for some time
before the compressor shuts off and the frost is
cleared. This is not unusual.
To remove collected water
Your dehumidifier has a plastic bucket that catches
Appearance may vary
the water that is removed from the air, an automatic
water overflow control, and a signal light that glows
when the bucket is full.
Before removing the bucket to empty it, turn the
Humidity Control knob to “OFF.” This will prevent
the dehumidifier from operating when the bucket is
not in
place.
On some models, after emptying the bucket, push it
all the way back into place and on other models hang
After replacing the bucket, be sure to turn the
it on the bucket supports on each side.
Humidity Control knob back to the desired setting.
For continuous drain-off of water, attach a standard
garden hose (not supplied). A male thread is provided
on the drain or water bucket.
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Unplug dehumidifier before cleaning.
Do not allow a lot of water to enter the
Occasionally the dehumidifier will require cleaning.
electrical/machine compartment through the circular
Use a vacuum cleaner attachment or brush to
clean
the
opening behind the coil. Use a squirt bottle or syringe
front grille. The best way to clean the dehumidifying
so you can control the water.
coil is by the use of a soft brush when the soil is soft
and wet. (If allowed to dry and harden, it will be
difficult to remove and must be soaked and softened.)
Filter Screen
(on some models)
The filter pulls out from the bottom and down
from the top.
The filter should be cleaned at least every 30 days or
as often as needed. To clean the filter, vacuum it on
the dusty side to remove light dust. Wash the filter,
cleaner side up, under gently flowing water to wash
out accumulated dust and lint. If the filter is very
dirty, use a mild household detergent in wash water.
Let the filter dry thoroughly before replacing it.
How to connect electricity
For personal safety, this appliance must
be properly grounded.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND)
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a
PRONG FROM
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POWER CORD.
three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a
standard three-prong (grounding) wall outlet (Fig. 1)
to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard
Use of extension cords not recommended
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a I-,
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 having a grounding type plug and outlet and that
the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes
(minimum) and 120 volts.
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next page)
ualified
electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
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.
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~STALLATION
REQUIREMENTS
(continued)
Use of Adapter Plug
(llS-VOlt
units)
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the
conditions, we strongly recommend against use of an
larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in
adapter plug. However, if you
still
elect to use an
the connection of the power cord.
adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY
CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded
CAUTION:
Attaching an adapter ground terminal to
two-prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter
wall outlet cover screw does not ground appliance
(Fig. 2) available at most local hardware stores.
unless cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and wall
outlet is grounded through house wiring. You should
TEMPORARY
METHOD
ALIGN LARGE
PRONGS/SLOTS
(ADAPTER PLUGS
NOT
PERMl~ED
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have circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make
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sure the outlet is properly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the
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adapter,
always hold the adapter with one hand. If this
is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very
likely
to
break with repeated use.
INSURE PROPER
GROUND AND FIRM
Should the adapter ground terminal break,
CONNECTION
DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper
BEFORE USE
ground has again been established.
QUESTIONS?
USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER
PROBLEM
DEHUMIDIFIER
DOES NOT OPERATE
DEHUMIDIMER
“DOES NOT DRY THE
AIR AS IT SHOULD”
WATER ON FLOOR
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● Not plugged in. Plug may have been bumped loose.
● If plugged in, fuse could have blown or circuit breaker may have tripped.
● Bucket may not be pushed all the way into the dehumidifier.
● When the dehumidifier was first installed, not enough time was allowed for it to
remove the large amount of moisture that had accumulated in the room. As long
as three or four days, with the Humidity Control knob set at “10,” may be
required to achieve and maintain the desired dryness.
● Objects blocking front
andor
back of dehumidifier will restrict air flow and
reduce efficiency.
● Humidity Control may be set too low. Turn control knob to a higher setting.
● Doors
an~or
windows may not be tightly closed.
● Clothes dryer may be blowing moisture-laden air into the room.
● Connection may be loose if hose is attached to dehumidifier for continuous
drain-off.
● Bucket may not be pushed all the way into the dehumidifier.
● Bucket not hung properly from bucket supports (on models with
bucket supports).
If you need more help...call, toll free:
GE Answer
Center@
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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ofyour
new GE appliance, receive the assurance that if you ever need
information or assistance from GE,
wdll be there. All you have to do is call—toll-free!
h-Home Repair Service
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A GE
consumer service professional will provide expert repair service,
scheduled
at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE
(;onsumer
Service
company-operated locations
off’er
you service today or tomorrow, or at. your
convenience
(7:00
a.m. to
7:00
p.m. weekdays,
9:00
a.m. to
2:00
p.m. Saturdays).
Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and
out–so
most
repairs can be handled in just one visit.
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information service is available to help. Your call—and your question-will be
answered promptly and courteously. And you
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Braille controls for a variety of’
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access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may
appliances, and a brochure
to
call
800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) to request
assist in planning a barrier-free
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fi~r
persons with limited
mobility. To obtain these items,
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after your warranty expires. Purchase a
GE
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in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract,
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Individuals qualified to service their own appliances
User maintenance instructions contained in this booklet
can have needed parts or accessories
sent
directly to
cover procedures intended to be performed by any user.
their home. The
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provides access to over
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personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
fully warranted. VISA, Master[;ard and Discover cards
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
are
accepted.
YOUR GE DEHUMIDIFIER
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or
cancelled
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 to
repair or replace
any
pati
of
the
dehumid~fierthat 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,
pafls
and service labor to repair or
replace
any
pati
of
the
sealed
system
(the compressor,
condenser, 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 Care” Servicer and pick
it up following service. In-home
sewice is also available, but you
must pay for the sewice technician’s
travel costs to your home.
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,
D.C.
All warranty service will be
provided by our
Facto~ Sewice
Centers or by our authorized
Customer Care” servicers during
normal working hours.
Should your appliance need
service, during warranty period or
beyond, call 800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737).
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
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Improper installation. ● Failure of the product if it is used
● Service trips to your home to teach
If you have an installation problem,
for other than its intended
you how to use the product.
contact your dealer or installer.
purpose or used commercially.
Read your Use and Care material.
You are responsible for providing
“ Damage to product caused
If you then have any questions
adequate electrical, plumbing and
by accident, fire, floods or acts
about operating the product, please
other connecting facilities.
of God.
contact your dealer or our Consumer
● Replacement of house fuses or WARRANTOR IS NOT
Affairs office at the address below,
resetting of circuit breakers.
RESPONSIBLE FOR
or call, toll free:
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
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800.626.2000
consumer information service
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.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vay
from state to state.
To know what your legal rights are in
your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
Pub
No.
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