Kenmore 580.54351501 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual Manuel del Propietario

DEHUMIDIFIER DESHUMIDIFICADOR

Model, Modelo 580.54351 35 Pint

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.sears.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................ 2

WARRANTY .................................................. 2

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................ 3

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS .................. 4

INSTALLING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER .............. 5

Defrost Control Function .......................... 5

CHOOSING THE PROPER LOCATION .......5

AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF .............................. 5

OPERATION ................................................. 6

Features ................................................... 6

Control Panel ........................................... 7

OPTIONS FOR DISPOSING

OF COLLECTED WATER ............................. 8

MAINTENANCE ............................................ 9

Grille and case ......................................... 9

Air filter ..................................................... 9

Cleaning inside the unit ............................ 9

General cleaning ...................................... 9

Water bucket cleaning .............................. 9

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 10

ESPANOL ................................................... 11

MASTER PROTECTION AGREEMENTS ...23

SERVICE NUMBERS .................... Back cover

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON DEHUMIDIFIER

For one year from the date of purchase, if the Dehumidifier is operated and maintained

according to the owner's instructions furnished with the product, Sears will repair the

Dehumidifier free of charge, if defective in materials or workmanship.

FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

For five years from the date of purchase, when this Dehumidifier is operated and maintained according

to owner's instructions furnished with the product, Sears will repair the sealed refrigeration system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing, and compressor motor) free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING UNIT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. CALL 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®FOR NEAREST

SERVICE CENTER TO YOU.

This warranty applies only while this Dehumidifier is used in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to

state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury when using your dehumidifier, the following safety precautions must be followed:

• Do not place the power cord near a heater. It may cause fire and electric shock.

• Do not use the power cord near flammable gas

or combustibles such as gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc.

It may cause explosion or fire.

• Do not disassemble or modify products. It may cause electric shock and failure.

• Plug in the power cord properly. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock or fire.

• Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting or

pulling out the power plug.

It may cause electric shock or fire.

• Do not damage the power cord or use an

unspecified power cord.

It may cause electric shock or fire.

• Do not modify power cord length. It may cause electric shock or fire.

• Do not share the outlet with other appliances. It may cause electric shock or fire.

• Always plug into a grounded outlet. Not grounding unit may cause electric shock.

• Unplug the unit if strange sounds, odors, or

smoke come from it.

Unplugging the unit may avoid electric shock or fire hazard.

• Do not use the socket if it is loose or damaged. It may cause fire and electric shock.

• Do not operate with wet hands or in damp

environment.

It may cause electric shock.

• Ventilate before operating defumidifier when

gas goes out.

It may cause explosion, fire, and burn.

• Do not clean the dehumidifier with water. Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation. It

may cause an electric shock.

• Unplug unit before cleaning the unit. Since the fan rotates at high speed during operation, it may cause injury.

• If water enters the product, turn off the

dehumidifier's power switch, then unplug the unit. Contact service for repair.

It wilI cause machine failure or electric shock.

• Do not block the inlet or outlet. It may cause failure of appliance or performance

deterioration.

• Hold the plug by the head when taking it out. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock and damage.

• Turn off the main power switch when not using

the dehumidifier for a long time.

Turning off the unit will save on energy costs.

• Make sure the dehumidifier is the correct size

for the area you want to dehumidify.

It is not designed to dehumidify the entire house.

• Install the dehumidifier properly only on a floor. For proper operation, your dehumidifier should be installed only on a floor.

• Close all doors, windows and other outside

openings to the room.

The dehumidifier must be operated in an enciosed area to be most effective.

• When removing the filter be aware that some

metal parts may have sharp edges.

Sharp edges may cause injury.

• Use a soft cloth to clean. Do not use wax,

thinner, or a strong detergent.

The appearance of the dehumidifier may deteriorate,

change color, or develop surface flaws.

• Be sure to replace the bucket properly after

emptying to prevent water from collecting on the floor.

Otherwise, it will cause property damage.

• May not operate if the room temperature is

below 65°F(18°C).

Low temperatures could cause coils to frost.

• Do not put a pet or house plant where it will be

exposed to direct air flow.

This could injure the pet or plant,

• Do not use the water collected in the bucket for

drinking purposes.

It is not sanitary and could cause illness or personal injury.

• Insert the filter securely. Clean it every two

weeks.

Operation without filters will cause unit failure.

• Do not allow children to play with this product.

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OBSERVEALL LOCAL CODES AND

ORDINANCES. DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,

REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUND PRONG.

ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED ON THIS APPLIANCE.

A 115-volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15A fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required. A time delay fuse or time delay circuit breaker is recommended. Use a dedicated circuit, serving only this appliance.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD. RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD

For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This appliance has a power

supply cord with a 3-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must

be plugged into a mating grounding type wall receptacle and grounded in accordance with

the National Electrical Code (ANSt/NFPA 70) latest edition and all local codes and

ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is not available, it is the personal responsibility and

obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a

qualified electrician.

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result

in death, fire, or electrical shock.

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