LG DH400MY6, DH300MY6 User Manual
website: http://www.LG.ca
(DH400M,DH500M)
DEHUMIDIFIER
OWNER'S MANUAL
Please read the operating instructions and safety precautions carefully and thoroughly before operating your
dehumidifier.
DÉSHUMIDIFICATEUR D’AIR
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
Lire attentivement le mode d’emploi et les précautions
de sécurité avant de mettre en marche votre déshumidificateur.
MODELS, MODÈLES:
DH300M, DH400M,DH500M
2 Dehumidifier
Dehumidifier Owner’s Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write themodel and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label on the side of each unit.
Dealer's Name
Date Purchased
■ Staple your receipt to this page in the event you need
it to prove date of purchase or for warranty issues.
READ THIS MANUAL
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use
and maintain your dehumidifier properly. Just a little
preventive care on your part can save you a great deal
of time and money over the life of your dehumidifier.
You'll find many answers to common problems in the
chart of troubleshooting tips. If you review our chart of
Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call
for service at all.
PRECAUTION
• Contact the authorized service technician for
repair or maintenance of this unit.
• Contact the installer for installation of this unit.
• The dehumidifier is not intended for use by young
children or invalids without supervision.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the dehumidifier.
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When the power cord is to be replaced, replacement
work shall be performed by authorized personnel
only using only genuine replacement parts.
Safety Precautions .......................3
Prior to Operation.........................7
Instruction .....................................8
Electrical Safety............................9
Operating Instructions ...............11
Installation...................................13
Maintenance and Service...........14
Safety Precautions
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■ To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed.
■ Incorrect operation due to ignoring instructions will cause harm or damage; the seriousness is classified by the
following indications.
■ Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
WARNING
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property only.
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Plug in the power plug
properly.
• Otherwise, it will cause electric
shock or fire.
Do not operate or stop the unit
by inserting or pulling out the
power plug.
• It will cause electric shock or fire.
Do not damage or use an
unspecified power cord.
• It will cause electric shock or fire.
Safety Precautions
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■ Installation
■ Operation
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.
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Safety Precautions
Do not modify power cord
length.
• It will cause electric shock or fire.
Do not share the outlet with
other appliances.
• It will cause electric shock or fire.
Always plug into a grounded
outlet.
• No grounding may cause electric
shock.
Unplug the unit if strange
sounds, odors, or smoke come
from it.
• Otherwise it may cause a fire or
an electric shock.
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.
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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.
Turn off the power and breaker
first when 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. Contact service
center after taking the power-plug out from the
socket.
• It will cause machine failure or electric shock.
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Never touch the metal parts of the
unit when removing the filter.
• They are sharp and may cause
injury.
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.
• It may cause electric shock and
damage.
Turn off the main power switch
when not using the dehumidifier
for a long time.
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It will waste power consumption in
vain and it may cause an accident.
Secure wheels with blocks to
prevent unit from falling when
installed on a table or shelf.
• It may damage the dehumidifier
or cause other damage or injury.
Make sure the dehumidifier is
the correct size for the area you
want to dehumidify.
• It is not designed to dehumidify
the entire house.
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Install the dehumidifier properly on a
floor, table, or shelf that is level and
strong enough to support it when the
water collection bucket is full.
• It should withstand around
90 lbs (40kg) of weight.
Close all doors, windows and
other outside openings to the
room.
• The dehumidifier must be
operated in an enclosed area to
be most effective.
6 Dehumidifier
Safety Precautions
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.
Do not operate satisfactorily if
the room temperature is below
65°F(18°C).
• Low temperatures could cause
coils to frost.
Wax
Thinner
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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 this appliance for
special purposes such as pets,
foods, precision machinery, or
art objects.
• It is a general use appliance not
precision equipment.
Do not use the water collected
in the bucket for drinking
purposes.
• It is not sanitary and could cause
illness or personal injury.
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Always insert the filter securely.
Clean it every two weeks.
• Operation without filters will cause
failure.
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Prior to Operation
Prior to Operation
1. Consult an installation specialist for installation.
2. Plug in the power plug properly.
3. Use a dedicated circuit.
4. Do not use an extension cord.
5. Do not start/stop operation by plugging/unplugging the power cord.
6. If the cord/plug is damaged, only replace it with an authorized replacement part.
1. Being exposed to direct airflow for an extended period of time could be hazardous to your
health. Do not expose occupants, pets, or plants to direct airflow for extended periods of time.
2. Ventilate the room when the dehumidifier is used with other heating devices. Otherwise the
oxygen supply may be inadequate.
3. Do not use this dehumidifier for non-specified special purposes (e.g. preserving precision
devices, food, pets, plants, and art objects). Such usage could damage the items.
1. Do not touch the metal parts of the unit when removing the filter. Injuries can occur when
handling sharp metal edges.
2. Do not use water to clean inside the dehumidifier. Exposure to water can destroy the insulation,
leading to possible electric shock.
3. When cleaning the unit, first make sure that the power and breaker are turned off. The fan
rotates at a very high speed during operation. There is a possibility of injury if the unit’s power
is accidently turned on while the interior of the unit is being cleaned.
For repair and maintenance, contact your authorized service dealer.
Preparing for operation
Usage
Cleaning and maintenance
Service
8 Dehumidifier
Instruction
Instruction
This symbol alerts you to the risk of electric shock.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that could cause harm to the
dehumidifier.
This symbol indicates special notes.
NOTICE
WARNING: This appliance should be installed in accordance with national
wiring regulations. This guide acts as a guide to help to explain product
features.
Features
Symbols used in this Manual
Power cord
Cabinet
Front Grille
Water bucket
Air Filter
Handle
Rear Grille
Auto Shut-off
Light
Humidity Control
Fan Speed
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Electrical Safety
Electrical Safety
WARNING: This appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug.
To minimize the risk of electric shock, use the plug with a standard three-slot
grounding wall power outlet. If the power outlet does not include a grounding slot,
have a qualified electrician replace the outlet before you use the dehumidifier.
WARNING: Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from the
power plug.
WARNING: Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall
receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is metal and not insulated, and the wall receptacle is
grounded through the house wiring.
WARNING: If you have any doubt whether the dehumidifier is
properly grounded, have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by
a qualified electrician.
Preferred method
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
10 Dehumidifier
Electrical Safety
Temporary Use of an Adapter
We strongly discourage the use of an adapter due to potential safety hazards.
For temporary connections, use only a UL-listed adapter, available from most local
hardware stores. To disconnect the power cord from the adapter, use one hand on
each to avoid damaging the ground terminal. Avoid frequently unplugging the power
cord as this can lead to eventual ground terminal damage.
WARNING: Never use the appliance with a broken adapter.
We strongly discourage the use of an extension cord due to potential safety
hazards.
Temporary Use of an Extension Cord
Temporary method
Adapter Plug
Receptacle Cover
Metal Screw
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Operating Instructions
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Low
Fan Speed
Humidity Control
Auto
Shut-Off
CONTROL
Your dehumidifier has a control panel containing an indicator and two controls —
Auto Shut-Off, Fan Speed, and Humidity Control.
Auto Shut-Off ---This lamp glows when the bucket is full or missing.
Fan Speed --- This controls the speed of the airflow.
Humidity Control--- This controls the moisture in the room.
UNIT OPERATION
1. Turn the Humidity Control to Off. Plug the power supply cord into an electrical outlet.
2. 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.
3. Turn the Humidity Control to Off to stop the unit manually.
4. If you want to control the speed of air flow, turn the Fan Speed toward Low or High.
The compressor will not operate for about two minutes to protect the compressor
when you turn the unit off and immediately back on.
DE-ICER CONTROL (INVISIBLE)
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.
Water bucket must be properly installed.
• The dehumidifier will not run if the bucket is not properly installed.
• The dehumidifier shuts off when the desired humidity setting is reached.
NOTICE
NOTICE
Operating Instructions
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