Kenmore 580.54501, 580.54701 User Manual

Owner's Manual Manuel del Propietario

DEHUMIDIFIER DESHUMIDIFICADOR

Model, Modelo 580.54501 50 Pint

580.54701 70 Pint Low Temp

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Distributed by Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

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

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

Cleaning inside the unit.......................... 10

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 11

ESPANOL ................................................... 12

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.

Distributed by Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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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.

• The 50 pint model(54501) may not operate

efficiently if the room temperature is below 65°F(18°C). The 70 pint Low Temperature

model(54701) may not operate efficiently if the room temperature is below 42°F(6°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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• Install the dehumidifier on a level floor strong enough to support the unitwith a full bucket of water.

• For best performance, allow at least 12-18 inches of air space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation.

•Keep all outside doors, windows,and other openings closed

when operating the dehumidifier. Humid outdoor air will add

to the unit's work load.

• For maximum efficiency,install your dehumidifier in an area where the temperature wil not fall below 65

degrees °F.

•At temperature below 65 degrees °F,(floor level) the evaporator coils will becomes covered with frost,

reducing dehumidification performance.

Defrost Operation

The dehumidifier has a built-in defrost control that senses frost built up on the evaporator coils.During

defrost the 50 pint (54501)will turn the compressor off,keeping the fan on to defrost the coils.The 70 pint

(54701 low temp model) compressor continues to run

and turns the fan off,(70 pint uses a refrigerant

reversing valve to enhance defrost performance).

12~18"

• Use the dehumidifier in a basement to help prevent moisture damage.

• Use the dehumidifier in cooking, laundry, bathing, and dishwashing areas that have

excessive moisture.

• Use the dehumidifier to prevent moisture damage anywhere books or valuables are

stored.

•When the bucket is full, or when the bucket is not in the proper position, the Bucket Full light turns on and the unit automatically shuts off. Also, when bucket is out of position, the unit will beep 3 times.

• The bucket must be replaced in the proper position for the dehumidifier to work. The light will

be on and the dehumidifier will not run if the bucket is not in the proper position.

• The dehumidifier will shut off once the desired humidity setting is reached.

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FEATURES

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the important SAFETY instructions section before operating this appliance.

Control panel

Front Grille

Cabinet

Air Filter

Handle

Water bucket

Power cord >

(Optional) Drain Hose Connector

SELECTION GUIDE

Room Size Moderately Very Wet Extremely

(sq-ft) Damp Damp Wet

22'x 22' 35 Pt 35 Pt 35 Pt 35 Pt 30'x 30' 35 Pt 35 Pt 50 Pt 50 Pt 30'x 50' 50 Pt 50 Pt 50 Pt 70 Pt

Grille

40'x 50' 50 Pt 50 Pt 70 Pt 70 Pt

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CONTROLPANEL

1. POWER key

Pressing this key once turns the dehumidifier "ON" and pressing again turns the dehumidifier "OFF".

2. HUMIDITY CONTROL keys

Press to select the desired humidity setting.

• /k : Used to raise the desired humidity setting.

• V : Used to lower the desired humidity setting.

• The desired humidity can be selected within a range of 35% to 70% Relative Humidity in increments of 5%.

• If you press the V key once again at 35% Relative Humidity, continuous "On" mode is selected and "On" appears in the display window. In "On" mode the unit operates continuously, regardless of humidity conditions.

3. HUMIDITY SETTING display

Displays the selected humidity setting.

4. FAN SPEED key

Press to set the fan speed as "High" or "Low".

• Pressing this key changes the fan speed from High -, Low -* High.

• The selected fan speed is indicated by indicator lights marked "High" and "Low".

5. ENERGY TIMER key

Press to select timed operation cycle.

• Pressing this key selects EITHER THE 3 OR 6 HOUR TIMER MODE. The Timer indicator light will shift from 3 hour On/Off to 6 hour On/Off. The unit wilI run for either 3 or 6 hours, and then shut off completely for 3 or 6 hours. The

cycle repeats until you change the setting. To turn off the ENERGY TIMER function, press key until indicator lights are both "Off".

• If ENERGY TIMER function is not selected, unit operates until desired humidity setting is reached.

6. BUCKET FULL Indicator

This light glows when the bucket is fulI and needs to be emptied. It also glows when the bucket is not properly positioned. When bucket fulI indicator light glows, the compressor and fan will turn "OFF".

7. AUTO RESTART

• The Auto Restart function automatically restarts your dehumidifier once power is restored. The fan will immediately begin to run for approximately 2 minutes, and the unit will operate at the previous humidity setting. After two minutes, the compressor may also start based on the humidity conditions in the room. Once the target humidity setting is reached, the fan and compressor wilI shut off.

TO OPERATE THE DEHUMIDIFIER:

1. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. Press the POWER key.

2. Set the Humidity control anywhere between 35% to 70% for normal operation.

• For less humidity, press the V HUMIDITY CONTROL key.

• For higher humidity, press theA HUMIDITY CONTROL key.

3. Press the ENERGY TIMER key if desired, to set the amount of time for which you want the unit to cycle On and Off.

The time can be set for 3 hours or 6 hours.

4. If you want to change the fan speed, press the FAN SPEED key. Each time the FAN SPEED key is pressed the fan

speed changes from High -* Low -_ High.

5. Press the POWER key to stop the unit manually.

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EMPTYING THE BUCKET MANUALLY

1. When the bucket is full, slide it out by grasping the handle and emptying it into a

large sink or tub, and then replace it properly. See Figure 1.

2. Empty the bucket when the indicator light turns on.

3. Do not remove the bucket while the dehumidifier is operating.

Moving the bucket can cause water to drop

on the base pan or the floor.

4. Carry the bucket by supporting it from the

bottom as well as by the handle. Carrying by only the handle may cause the

handle or bucket cover to break.

USING A GARDEN HOSE

You have the option of attaching a garden hose to your dehumidifier to drain water later than

using the water bucket.

The empty water bucket must still be installed for the dehumidifier to operate.

Attach hose prior to initial operation.

First, remove the drain hole cover on the rear

grille. Use needlenose pliers to pull the drain

hole cover out. Figure 2. Next, connect a garden hose to the threaded

end of the drain hose connection, being careful

not to overtighten the hose. Slide out the bucket. Look into the dehumidifier

drain hole on the rear grill. You will see the stem that the drain hose connector fits into.

Push the connector firmly into the stem. Make sure that the garden hose is not bent or

kinked. The hose should lie flat from the

dehumidifier to the drain. When not in use, the drain hose connector can

be stored in the water bucket. Lift the cover off the water bucket and place the

connector into the V shape grooves directly below the bucket handle.

An optional drain hose (#9181) is available for

purchase through Sears Retail stores.

Figure 1

DRAINHOLECOVER

(OPTIONAL) DRAIN HOSE

CONNECTOR

(OPTIONAL) DRAIN HOSE

CONNECTOR

TAKE OUT

INSERT

Figure 2

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