Phoenix R125 Owner's Manual

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Owner’s Manual — Phoenix R125 LGR Dehumidifier

Installation, Operation & Service Instructions

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The Phoenix R125 is the rst 65 pint LGR Dehumidier. The
R125 offers high quality restoration drying performance in the
WTRDHM category at entry-level pricing. The Phoenix R125
utilizes new patent-pending LGR technology that produces
maximum grain depression and removes water long after
conventional dehumidiers stop. As a result, structures,
contents and materials dry quicker, allowing you to get to your
next job faster. At only 79 lbs. and with a compact 20”W x
17”D footprint, the R125 ts virtually anywhere you need to
dry.

The Phoenix R125 LGR Dehumidifier

LGR Performance in a 79 lb, 20” x 17” footprint

Removes 65 pints at AHAM drawing only 5.0 amps

Focused Airow Outlet directs air downward across the
wet surface

Accommodates 10” layat ducting

Rugged Roto-mold Plastic Housing resists dents and
scratches

Solid State Control Panel

Protected Recessed Condensate Hose that cannot catch
or be damaged on obstructions

Heavy-duty rotating handle for ease of transport and
storage

Recessed 12” Wheels

Pleated Media MERV-7 Filter; Optional MERV-11

Convenient Front Pocket for cord and hose storage

The Phoenix R125 combines Phoenix innovation, technical
expertise, and proven durability into a small, portable, and
durable roto-mold housing. In addition to the R125’s compact
size and superior performance, the unit features high energy
efciency, front cord and hose storage, a ductable outlet, a
pleated media lter, and a rotating handle for easy transport
and storage.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Phoenix R125
Part No. 4032350
Patent 7,246,503

7,281,389
7,540,166

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Table of Contents

Introduction ............................................................................ 1

1. Safety Certications .......................................................2

2. Specications .................................................................2

3. Operation ........................................................................2

3.1 Transporting .............................................................. 2

3.2 Electrical Requirements ...........................................3

3.3 Condensate Removal ............................................... 3

3.4 Ducting ...................................................................... 3

3.5 Defrost Cycle .............................................................3

3.6 Power Button ............................................................ 3

3.7 Purge Button .............................................................3

3.8 Hour Meter ................................................................3

3.9 Hours Button ............................................................3

3.10 Defrost Light ........................................................... 3

4. Maintenance ................................................................... 4

4.1 Air Filter ..................................................................... 4

4.2 Storage ......................................................................4

5. Service .............................................................................4

5.1 Technical Description ............................................... 4

5.2 Troubleshooting ........................................................ 5

5.3 Air Mover ................................................................... 6

5.4 Thermistor .................................................................6

5.5 Condensate Pump ....................................................6

5.6 Float Safety Switch ...................................................6

6. Options & Accessories ................................................... 6

7. Wiring Diagram ..............................................................7

8. Service Parts ...................................................................8

Warranty ..........................................................................9

1 Safety Certifications

The Phoenix R125 conforms to standards ANSI/UL 474 and
CSA C22.2 No.92.

2 Specifications

Part No. 4032350

Power 5.0 amps, 110-120 VAC, Grounded

Water 65 pints/day @ AHAM (80°F, 60%)
Removal 16 gal/day maximum @ saturation

Process Air 170 CFM without external ducting

Refrigerant 1 lb, 2 oz. R410a
Charge

Operating 33°F to 100°F
Range

Filter 12” x 12” x 1” Pleated Media MERV-7

Duct

Options Exhaust – 10” Lay-Flat

Warranty Five years;
1st year 100% of Parts and Labor
2nd-5th year 100% of Parts of sealed
refrigeration system.

Size 30” high x 20” wide x 17” deep

Weight 79 lbs

3 Operation

Place dehumidier inside structure,
place condensate hose into a drain, or
a very large container, and turn on. To
decrease drying times, make sure all
windows and doors are closed to the
outside and seal off the wet area from
any unaffected areas.

Read the operation and maintenance instructions
carefully before using this unit. Proper adherence to these
instructions is essential to obtain maximum benet from
your Phoenix R125 dehumidier.

• It is designed to be used INDOORS ONLY.

• If used in a wet area, plug it into a GROUND FAULT
INTERRUPTER.

• DO NOT use the Phoenix R125 as a bench or table.

• It must always be used in the upright position.

3.1 Transporting

The Phoenix R125 features a high-impact roto-molded hous­ing which protects the unit while loading into vehicles. The
unit was designed to stack 2 units high. For sturdy stack­ing, keep the rotating handle in the upright position on the
bottom unit, place rotating handle in the down position and
“nest” the wheels of the top unit in the indentions of the bot­tom unit to provide stability. This is recommended for storage
only. The units should be properly secured for transport. The
Phoenix R125 must always be upright when transported by
vehicle. It may be tipped onto its handle and back for loading
and moving by hand.

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Stacked Phoenix R125

3.2 Electrical Requirements

The Phoenix R125 plugs into a common grounded outlet on
a 15 amp circuit. It draws 5.0 amps at 80°F, 60% RH. If used
in a wet area, a ground fault interrupter (GFI) is required. If
an extension cord is required, it must have a minimum of
14 gauge conductors if 25 feet long or less and 12 gauge
conductors if greater than 25 feet long.

3.3 Condensate Removal

The Phoenix R125 is equipped with an internal condensate
pump to remove the water that is condensed during
dehumidication. This allows the condensate to be pumped
20 feet with the attached hose. If the condensate must be
pumped more than 20 feet above the unit, a second pump
must be added to relay the condensate. The condensate
pump automatically purges for 20 seconds every four
minutes. Use the PURGE button to manually remove
condensation.

3.4 Ducting

A wire duct collar is supplied to allow 10” lay-at duct to be
attached to the Phoenix R125 outlet. Lay-at plastic ducting
is available; see accessories table page 6. To attach ducting
to the wire duct collar, put the plastic duct end through the
collar center and roll the duct end outward so that it overlaps
the outside of the collar. The duct and collar may then be
quickly attached to the Phoenix R125 by snapping the collar
over the four exhaust tabs.

3.5 Defrost Cycle

If the low side refrigerant temperature drops due to excessive
frost formation on the evaporator coil and below the tempera­ture set point, the thermistor activates the solid-state control
and defrost light. The compressor is cycled off and on by the
thermistor temperature measurement. The air mover will
continue to run, causing air to ow through the evaporator
coil and melt the ice when the compressor is off. When the
air temperature and/or humidity increases, the evaporator
temperature will rise and the thermistor will end the defrost
cycle at the temperature set point.

3.6 POWER Button

Phoenix R125 control board.

Press the POWER button to turn the dehumidier on or off.
When starting the dehumidier the display will show the
accumulated hours. Press the POWER button again to turn
the dehumidier off. The display will also power off.

3.7 PURGE Button

During normal operation the pump automatically cycles every
four minutes. Press the PURGE button to remove condensate

manually from the reservoir. There are several ways to
manually remove water from the reservoir:

1. Press the PURGE button once and the pump will run for
20 seconds

2. Press and hold the PURGE button and the pump will run
for up to 30 seconds

3. Press the PURGE button while the dehumidier is
powered off and the pump will run for 30 seconds.

Always manually purge the water reservoir before transport
or storage. Turn off the power and allow the plugged in
dehumidier to rest 15 minutes before the nal purge.

3.8 Hour Meter

The digital hour meter displays the amount of time the
dehumidier has been turned on to the tenth of an hour.
The display cycles between total cumulative and job hours.
The total and job hours measured is stored when the unit is
unplugged. The previous total will be displayed the next time
the unit is turned on. The job hours can be reset by pressing
and holding the HOURS button for 5 seconds when the unit is
operating.

3.9 HOURS Button

Press the HOURS button when the dehumidier cannot be
plugged in and the hour meter needs to be read. The digital
hour meter will display the last saved cumulative time for ten
seconds.

3.10 DEFROST Light

The DEFROST light turns on when the unit is in defrost cycle
and indicates when the compressor is off.

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