Heat Controller BHD-301-D, BHD-651-D, BHD-501-D User Manual

HEAT CONTROLLER, INC.
MODELS: BHD-301-D
BHD-501-D BHD-651-D
Dehumidifier
Service Manual
CAUTION
-Before servicing the unit, read the "safety precautions" in this manual.
-Only for authorized service personnel.
1. PREFACE
This Service Manual provides various service information, including the mechanical and electrical parts. This dehumidifier was manufactured and assembled under the strict quality control procedures.
The refrigerant is charged at the factory. Be sure to read the safety precaution prior to servicing the unit.
1.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Disconnect the power supply before servicing or replacing any component.
• Do not cut off the grounding prong or alter the plug in any manner.
1.2 FEATURES AND DIMENSIONS
1.2.1 FEATURES
• Quiet operation
• High efficiency
• Adjustable humidistat
• Automatic defrost
• Automatic shut-off
• Bucket-full indicator light
• Easy roll casters
• Removable & large capacity bucket.
• Washable air filter
• Two-speed fan
• Drain hose connection.
• Low temperature operation (BHD-501-D/BHD-651-D)
1.2.2 DIMENSIONS (mm/in)
385 (15
5
/
32
)
340 (13
3
)
/
8
)
4
/
1
540 (21
Figure 1
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5
Humidity Control
When you first use the dehumidifier, turn the humidity control to 5 or 6. If you still have moisture, turn the humidity control to a higher setting. MAX is the highest setting.
When excess moisture and dampness odors are gone, adjust the control to a lower setting. Use the dehumidifier as long as excess moisture is present.
Fan Speed
The fan control adjusts the fan speed. Set the fan control to HIGH for maximum moisture removal. When the humidity has been reduced and quiet operation is preferred, set the fan control to
LOW.
Bucket Full Indicator
This light glows when the water bucket is full and needs to be emptied.
Power
Operation starts when this button is pressed and stops when the button is pressed again.
Auto Shut-Off
This light glows when the bucket is full, or when the bucket is removed or not placed in the proper position. In these cases the Water Level Control Switch shuts off the dehumidifier.
When the light glows, check the bucket condition.
Fan Speed
This controls the speed of the airflow.
High: Fan speed is set to high.
Low: Fan speed is set to low.
When Fan Speed button is pressed, the fan speed
mode is changed.
Timer
Press this button to select type of operation.
Select continuous On for uninterrupted operation.
Select either 2 or 4 hr. On/Off for cycled operation:
The unit will operate for 2 or 4 hours, and then shut off completely for 2 or 4 hours. The cycle repeats until you change the setting.
When Timer button is pressed, the Timer indicator lights shift as follow from 2hr.On/Off to 4hr.On/Off.
Auto Restart
Once power is restored after a power outage, the unit returns to its previous operation setting after a 2 minute delay. The fan runs immediately when the power is restored.
Humidity Control
This button controls the humidity in the room.
Press button to raise the humidity setting.
Press button to lower the humidity setting.
The humidity setting can be set to a permanent "On"
setting or to a specific humidity setting between 35% and 70% in 5% increments.
"On" setting: Dehumidifier runs continuously regardless of humidity condition.
35% - 70% setting: Dehumidifier runs on and off according to surrounding humidity conditions.
Figure 2
Figure 3
1.4 CONTROL TYPE
1.4.1 Mechanical type
1.4.2 Electronic type
5
6
4
3
2
Auto
Shut-Off
1
Off
Humidity Control
Max
7
8
9
Fan Speed
High
Low
1.5 HOW TO OPERATE DEHUMIDIFIER
Fan
Side View
Condenser
Evaporator
Motor
Compressor
Rear Grille
Bucket
Dry
Air Out
Humid
Air In
12"
12"
Figure 4
Figure 5
1.5.1 HOW DOES THE DEHUMIDIFIER WORK?
Moist, humid air is drawn over a cold refrigerated dehumidifying coil. Moisture in the air condenses on this coil and drains into a bucket (or through the bucket into a hose and drain).
Dry, clean air is drawn over the condenser where it is actually heated several degrees and discharged out the rear grill into the room. (See Figure 4)
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.
1.5.2 LOCATION FOR THE DEHUMIDIFIER
Allow at least 12 inches of space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation. (See Figure 5)
The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most effective.
Close all doors, windows and other outside openings to the room.
Place the dehumidifier in a location that does not restrict air flow into the front grille or out the rear grille.
The operation of dehumidifier 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.
1.5.3 MICRO SWITCH
The micro switch assembly, which is located on the drain pan of inside unit, automatically shuts off the dehumidifier when the bucket is full (note, the Auto Shut Off lights, to indicate bucket must be emptied). The bucket replaces in its place, the unit again turns itself on.
1.5.4 AUTO DEFROST
When frost builds up on the cooling coils, the unit will automatically cycle off until the frost disappears. The fan continues to run.
NOTE: The unit will not operate satisfactorily if the room temperature is below 65˚F(18˚C). If the dehumidifier is
operated in low temperature conditions frost can form in the evaporator coil and the unit will cycle ON/OFF repeatedly. In this case, please check your room temperature conditions and stop the unit.
NOTE:
The low temperature operation feature in the BHD-501-D and BHD-651-D models will continuously cycle up to a
temperature of 42°F(6°C).
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1.5.5 HUMIDITY CONTROLLER
1.5.5.1 Mechanical Type
The humidity control can be set anywhere between Off and Max for normal operation.
If you need more dehumidification, turn the Humidity Control toward Max. If you need less dehumidification, turn the Humidity Control toward Off.
The relative humidity range is from 20% to 80%. (See Figure 6)
Turn the Humidity Control to Off to stop the unit manually.
1.5.5.2 Electronic Type
The humidity control can be set 'on' or 35%-70% RH(Relative Humidity) for normal operation. (See Figure 7)
If you need drier air, press the Humidity Control button. If you need moister air, press the Humidity Control
button. Press the Power button to stop the unit manually.
42% R.H
40%
7(30%)
6(35%)4(50%)
3(60%)
2(70%)
1(80%)
5(42%)
8(25%)
9(20%)
Max.Off
DEAD DIAL
Figure 6
Figure 7
3.1 MECHANICAL PARTS
3.1.1 BUCKET AND AIR FILTER
1. Turn the Humidity Control off(Mechanical type) or press the power button off. (Electronic type)
2. Disconnect the power supply.
3. Remove the bucket. (See Figure 9)
4. Pull out the air filter. (See Figure 10)
3.1.2 FRONT CASE AND REAR GRILLE
1. Remove 2 screws which fasten the front grille.
2. Pull the front grille forward and upward. (See Figure 11)
3. Remove 6 screws that secure the rear grille.
4. Remove the rear grille. (See Figure 12)
3.1.3.
CABINET AND CONTROL BOX
1. Remove the Bucket, the Air filter and Front grille according to the procedure above.
2. Remove 1 screws that fasten Control box. (See Figure 13)
3. Remove 9 screws on all sides of the cabinet.
4. Lift the Cabinet from the base.(See Figure 13)
5. Remove a screw fasten the earth wire on the inside of control box.
6. Remove 1 screw that fasten control box and unhook control box from hook on the shroud. (See Figure 14)
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3. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 9 Figure 10
Figure 11 Figure 12
Figure 13 Figure 14
3.2.6 CONTROL PANEL
Figure 19
Figure 20
3.2.6.1 CONTROL PANEL - Mechanical Type (BHD-301-D)
1. Disconnect housing and all leads of the rocker
switch, SWITCH ASSEMBLY, ROTARY and PWB(PCB) ASSEMBLY, DISPLAY from PWB(PCB) ASSEMBLY, MAIN (3.1.3)
2. Pull out the knob assembly.
3. Remove the nut which fastens the SWITCH
ASSEMBLY, ROTARY.
4. Remove the knob of the rotary switch by pulling it
upward.
5. Pull out the rocker switch by pushing the hooks on
the both sides of rocker switch.
6. Pull out the PWB(PCB) ASSEMBLY, DISPLAY after
turning over both hooks of the display cover.
3.2.6.2 CONTROL PANEL - Electronic Type
(BHD-501-D, BHD-651-D)
1. Disconnect the housing of the PWB(PCB)
ASSEMBLY, DISPLAY from PWB(PCB) ASSEMBLY, MAIN (3.1.3).
2. Remove 6 screws that secure the PWB(PCB)
ASSEMBLY, DISPLAY to the display cover.
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3.2.7
FAN AND MOTOR
1. Turn the nut left and full out the Fan by hands carefully.
2. Remove 2 screws that fasten Heat Exchange.
3. Lift the H/E and open the H/E around 45 degree clockwise carefully. (See Figure 21)
4. Unfasten 3 screws that secure the Motor and earth wire. (See Figure 22)
5. Remove the Motor.
3.2.8
SHROUD AND DRAIN PAN
1. Discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant Recovery System.
2. After purging the unit completely, unbrace the Discharge and the Suction tube connected compressor carefully.
3. Remove 2 screws that fasten the H/E.
4. Unfasten 2 screws that secure the shroud on the sides and then lift shroud from the drain pan. (See Figure 23)
5. Unfasten 2 screws that secure the drain pan to base pan. (See Figure 24)
6. Pull the drain pan backward then take it up from the base. (See Figure 24)
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Figure 24
Figure 21
Figure 22
Figure 23
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Equipment needed: Vacuum pump, charging cylinder, manifold gauge, brazing equipment. pinch-off tool capable of making a vapor-proof seal, leak detector, tubing cutter, hand tools to remove components, service valve.
B
A
COMPRESSOR
COMPOUND GAUGE
MANIFOLD GAUGE
SEE INSETS
BELOW
EXTERNAL VACUUM PUMP
CHARGING CYLINDER
HILOW
A
B
A
B
C
CONDENSER ASSEMBLY
(HIGH PRESSURE SIDE)
EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLY
(LOW PRESSURE SIDE)
CAPILLARY
TUBE
Figure 30A-Pulling Vacuum
Figure 30B-Charging
Figure 29
CONDITION
1. Dehumidifier does not start. (Both compressor and fan motor do not operate.)
2. Motor runs but compressor does not run.
3. Does not defrost control.
4. Insufficient dehumidification
CAUSE
No power
Poor plug contact at outlet. Bucket is full.
Humidity control is at Off position
Wire disconnected or loose
Capacitor. (Discharge capacitor before testing.)
Voltage (115V ± 10%)
Wiring
Rotary switch
Defrost control
Capacitor (Discharge capacitor before servicing.)
Compressor
Overload protector (OLP)
Defrost control is defective. Low relative humidity Poor air circulation
H/E clogged with dust and dirt Air filter is dirty. Motor is not operating.
REMEDY
C
heck power supply at outlet.
Correct if none. Install plug properly or replace it. If Auto Shut Off lights, empty the bucket
and replace properly. Turn the humidity control switch toward
Max. Connect wire. Refer to wiring diagram for
terminal identification. Repair or replace loose terminal.
Test capacitor. Replace if not within ±10% of manufacturer's rating. Replace if shorted, open, or damaged.
It must be between 103.5V and 126.5V. If not within limits, call an electrician
Check the wire connections; If loose, repair or replace the terminal. If the wires are disconnected, refer to wiring diagram for identification, and replace the wires. Check the wire connections; If not according to the wiring diagram, correct the connections.
Check for continuity, refer to the wiring diagram for terminal identification. Replace the switch if the circuit is open.
The Defrost Control senses frost build-up on the evaporator coil and automatically shuts off the compressor. The fan continues to run, drawing air across the coil, and melting the frost. When the coil is defrosted, the compressor automatically restarts, and dehumidifying resumes.
Check the capacitor. Replace if not within ±10% of manufacturer's rating. Replace if shorted, open, or damaged.
Check the compressor for open circuit or ground. If open or grounded, replace the compressor.
Check the compressor OLP if externally mounted. Replace if open. (If the compressor temperature is high, remove OLP, cool, and retest.)
Check defrost control, replace it. Turn dehumidifier off. Move dehumidifier to obtain free and
unobstructed air circulation. Clean evaporator and/or condenser assembly Clean it. Check Motor, repair or replace it.
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4. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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• MODEL:BHD-301-D
5. Exploded View
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354210
149410
268711-1
554030
266002
349600
135312
238310
346811
149980
131400
359012
435300
W0CZZ-2
268711-2
264110
249950
165010
266003
235512
152302
266010
436500
352113
35211A
552111
752140
330870
567502
130410
554160
148391
144410
550140
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• MODEL:BHD-501-D
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354210
235512
268711-1
554030
238310
349600
346811
135312
149980
131400
359012
435300
W0CZZ-2
W0CZZ
268711-2
249950
264110
165010
152302
436500
352113
35211A
266010
552111
752140
330870
567502
130410
554160
148391
144410
550140
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• MODEL:BHD-651-D
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354210
235512
268711-1
554030
238310
349600
346811
135312
149980
131400
359012
435300
W0CZZ-2
W0CZZ
268711-2
249950
264110
165010
152302
436500
552111
35211A
266010
352113
752140
330870
567502
130410
554160
148391
144410
550140
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MEMO
26
MEMO
Specifications and performance data subject to change without notice.
HEAT CONTROLLER, INC.
1900 WELLWORTH AVENUE • JACKSON, MICHIGAN 49203
THE QUALITY LEADER IN CONDITIONING AIR
P/No.: MFL38891301
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