Maytag 23-11-2233N-007 User Manual

MAYFAG

Dehumidifier

Deshumificador
D6shumidificateur

For Future Reference

Write down the model and serial numbers

Tile model and serial numbers can be found

on the back of the unit, Use these numbers
in any correspondence or service calls

concerning your dehumidifier.

Para referencia futura

Escriba los numeros del modelo
y de la serie

Puede encontrar los nfimeros de modelo y de serie en el
parte posterior del acondicionador. Use estos nfimeros en

cualquier correspondencia o llamada de servicio con
relacidn a su deshumificador.

23-11-2233N-007

Pour r6f6rence ult6rieure

Inscrivez les numeros de modele et de serie

Les num_ros de module et de s_rie se trouvent sur le c?)t_ de
arri_re de l'appareil. Utilisez ces num4ros lors de toute

correspondance ou appel au service apr_s-vente ayant trait

votre deshumidificateur.

Model No., Modelo No., N ° de modOle

Serial No., Nl_mero de serie, N ° de s&ie

Date of Purchase, Fecha de la compra, Date d'achat

For additional questions please call:

1-866-MAYTAG- 1

or e-maih

[e-mail]

Keep these instructions for future reference

l:eatures and specifications subject to change without notice.
Las caracteristicas y especificaciones est_n sujetas a cainbio sin plTevio aviso.

Les caract_ristiques et spficifications sont sujettes ,5 modifications sans pr_avis.

Important Safety Instructions°° ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

Electrical Shock Hazard

1. Plug unit only into grounded electrical outlet.

2. Do not use an extension cord or plug adaptor with
this unit.

3. Do not operate unit with filter removed.

Failure to follow the above precautions could result in
electrical shock, fire or personal injury,

If the dehumidifier has a serial plate rating of 115 volts
and up to and including 7.5 amps the unit may be on

a fuse or circuit breaker with other devices. However, the

maximum amps of all devices on that fuse or circuit breaker
can not exceed the amps of the fuse or circuit breaker.

Notice

Do not operate this dehumidifier without proper time
delay circuit protection. Refer to serial plate for proper

power supply requirements.

RECOMMENDED CIRCUIT WIRE SIZES

PROTECTOR SIZE WIRE GAUGE

15 AMP #14 MINIMUM
20 AMP #12 MINIMUM

30 AMP #10 MINIMUM

(As installed per building code)

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115V 230V 230V 230V

15A 15A 20A 30A

For Your Safety:

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

Power Supply:

Outlet Requirement:
Grounding Type:

Minimum Wire Size:

Circuit Protector:

llSV, 60HZ
AC Only 1-Phase

3-Prong
125 V, 1S Amp

#14 (A.W.G.) 3-Wire

Use Copper Wire Only

15 Amp Time Delay Fuse
or Circuit Breaker

important
Grounding Requirements

Your Dehumidifier will operate on any 115 volt, 3-pronged
(grounded), 60 Hz circuit. A separate line is not required, but

it is advisable not to overload the circuit with heavy duty
appliances such as washing machines, etc. For your safety,

this dehumidifier is equipped with a 3-pronged, grounding
plug and must be plugged into a properly grounded outlet

(Figs. 1 & 2). If your outlet is not of the proper type, it is your
responsibility to have the outlet and wiring changed to the

correct type. DO NOT cut off the third (grounding) prong.

DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER.

Grounded

three-prong

wail receptacle

_ Single outlet

grounding

wall receptacle

Close Windows and Doors

To assure efficient dehumidification, close all windows
and doors in the area where the dehumidifier is to

operate (Fig.3).

Plug In

Once you have assembled your dehumidifier and
installed it in an appropriate location, plug the cord into
a properly grounded outlet as indicated in the electrical

requirement (Fig. 4).

Important:
If the unit has been transported or stored in any

position other than upright, you should wait three
hours before strarting unit

Three-prong

grounding plug >

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Pause

1 hour

Humidily/Temp

oPower,nO,catorPress "Power" button to activate unit. Power "On" indicator lights up.

C) Container Full Indicator

An automatic overflow switch and Container "Full" indicator light are provided to turn
the dehumidifier off before the container overflows. When the indicator light on the
control panel glows, the water container must be emptied.

(_ Set Humidity Display

If "Set Humidity" level is lower than the "Room" humidity level: the compressor will
start up and unit will start dehumidification.

If "Set Humidity" level is higher than the "Room" level: the unit will not dehumidify.

After operating several days at the default setting, with doors and windows closed, you
may adjust the "Set Humidity" to a slightly lower percent (drier air) or higher percent
(moist air). If you would like to adjust the "Set Humidity" humidity level, press the '%"
or "-" to adjust the humidistat in S% increments between 3S% and 90%.

(_ Room Humidity/Temp Display

The "Room" display will display either the relative humidity or temperature of the

room. The default setting is room humidity. To display the temperature of the room
press the "Humidity/Temp" button. Press it again to go back to the humidity level.

To display the Temperature in Centigrade: hold down the "Humidity/Temp" button

for S seconds.

(_ Fan speed Control

Press the "Fan Speed" button if you would like to change the fan speed from "Low" to
"High", Use the high speed to maintain maximum water removal. The lower speed can be used

when quieter operation is desired.

(_ Pause Feature

Press "Pause" button to pause operation of dehumidifier for ] hour.

In general, dehumidification is not usually needed during conditions of low room temperature.
Optimal relative humidity is between 40 and 50%.

This electronic controlled unit will automatically resume operation after a power failure.

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Humidity/Temp

Fan Speed

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To empty the Container:

When the condensate water container is full, the
indicator lights up.

l. Turn the power off before removing container. Wait

3 minutes for any remaining water to drain into the

condensate container.

2. Tilt the container forward then lift carefully by the
handle.

3. Empty and gently re-insert the container.

Important: This water is not suitable for drinking.

Filter Cleaning

1. Turn tile power off.

2. Use a vacuum cleaner attachment or brush to clean the
front grille.

3. Remove the filter.(Fig 6)

4. To clean the filter, wash in warm, soapy water, rinse
and shake dry. Cleaning is recommended monthly, or

as conditions require.

Proper use and care of your dehumidifier will help ensure
longer life of the unit. It is recommended to annually inspect
and clean the coils and condensate water passages. Expense of
annual inspection isthe
consumers' responsibility.

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Handle

Condensate
Container

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Condensate
Drain

Note: A piece of tape is

attached to the container
to ensure safe shipping.

This piece of tape may be

removed.

Permanant Drain Installation (optional):

The condesate water can be removed directly from the unit

to a drain through a garden hose with the included adapter.

1. Turn the power off before beginning work.

2. Use a screwdriver to remove the knock-out at the back of
the unit. (Fig.7)

3. Slide the garden hose adapter (supplied) over the
condensate drain through the knock-out hole. (Fig 8)

4. The garden hose should lead to a floor drain or other
appropriate drain source. The garden hose should have
no inclines or sharp bends.(Fig 8)

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Side View

Co°.e°s!

Drain Hose Adapter

Filter

Permanant drain

To floor drain _ ......

Garden Hose

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Troubleshooting

If the Dehumidifier Fails to Start

Make sure the unit is plugged into an operating
outlet.

If the indicator light (most models) is on, empty the
full water container. The indicator light should now

go OFF, and the dehumidifier will begin to operate. If
the dehumidifier does not begin to operate make sure

the float is attached to the water container.

Unit Runs, But Very Little Water is

Collected

• Tile amount of water removed from tile air depends on
the relative humidity of the air and the capacity of the

dehumidifier purchased. When the air feels damp

(high relative humidity), more moisture will be

removed and the container will fill up more rapidly.
As the unit continues to remove moisture and reduce

the humidity in the area, less water will be collected
in the container.

This unit is equipped with a defrost control, which
will automatically activate when needed. When in

defrost mode the compressor will cycle on and off and
the unit will make less water.

• Room humidity is low (below 40%).

Save Electricity

• In general, dehumidification is not usually needed
during conditions of low room temperature. To save

electricity, it is best to turn the unit OFF during these

conditions.

Sounds

It is reassuring to know that your dehumidifier is

functioning properly. These are some normal sounds
which should not be a cause for concern:

• Air rushing over air drying coils.

• Hissing or thumping - refrigerant is flowing

throughout the sealed system and may generate a

"boiling" sound right after the compressor stops.

• Compressor may "thump" as it cycles on and off.

• Water dripping from coils onto the drain plate.

• The humidistat control, compressor and fan "tick" as

they turn on and off. Metal makes a similar sound
when expanding or contracting.