Sears 461-5949 User Manual

OWNER'SWtANUAL

Model

461-5949

PORTABLE 3-1N-1 HOME COMFORT

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"CAUTION:

Read complete installation
and operating instructions

beforeinstalling and/or using

the dehumidifier.

KEEPTHESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR

FUTUREREFERENCE.
Ifthe D_i_er changes

ownership,be sure this
manual accompaniesthe

unit.

Sears,RoebuckandCo,, HoffmanEstates,IL60179 U.S.A.

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Introduction ....................................................

Warnings, and Important Notices

Specifications ...............

Features and Parts ...........

Key Pad Functions ...........

Operating Instructions .........

Care and Maintenance ........

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Trouble Shooting Guide ..........................................

Warranty ......................................................

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Thank you for choosing this Kenmore appliance to provide you and your family with all of the "Home Comfort"
requirements for your home, cottage or office. This Owner's Manual will provide you with valuable information

necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new appliance, If properly maintained, your Kenmore

appliance will give you many years of trouble free operation. Please take a few moments and read the
instructions thoroughly and familiarize yourself wlth all of the operational aspects of this appliance.

Your Kenmore Dehumidifier is a multi-functional room air-exchanging, air-processing appliance, designed to
offer you the functions of; Dehumidifying, Heating, and Independent Fan. This unit can be conveniently
moved from room to room within your home and set-up in just mlnu'_s.

For easy reference, may we suggest you attach a copy of your sales slip/receipt to this page, along with the

following information which is located on the manufacturers nameplate located on the rear panel of the unit.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

Dealer's Name and Address:

This information will be required if your unit requires servicing and/or for general inquiries. To contact a
Customer Service Representative, call Sears Service TOLL FREE.

1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663)

Keep these instructions for future reference.

_This symbol denotes a caution or warning

Do not leave this unit unattended in a space
where people or animals who cannot react to a

failed unit are located. A failed unit can cause
extreme overheating or death in such an
enclosed, unattended space.

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NOTE; The WARNING instructions issued in this manual 8re not meant to cover a.ll possible conditions and

situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense, caution and carefulness are factors

that cannot be built into all appliances. These factors must be supplied by the person(s) installing0
maintaining, or operating the appliance. Failure to install, maintain, and!or operate the equipment according
to the manufacturer's instructions may result in conditions which can produce bodily injury and/or property

damage. Contact your dealer, service agent or the manufacturer about any problems or conditions you do
not fully understand.

FOR YOUR SAFF'I"Y - To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
or Ilqu(ds in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

ELECTRICAL SERVICE INFORMATION - To reduce the dsk of tire, electdc shock or personal injury, all wiling and

grounding must conform with the latest edition of Local and National Electrical Codes It is the customer's responsibility

Lohave the wiring and fuses checked by a qualified electrician to make sure adequate electrical power Is available.

This appliance is designed to operate on a separate branch, polarized, three-wire, effectively grounded, 120 Volt 60

Hertz (alternating current) circuit protected by a 15 or 20 ampere fuse, equivalent fusetron or circuit breaker.

The three-prong grounding plug on the power cord should be p]uggecidirectly into a polarized three slot effectively

grounded receptacle rated t 10/120 V.A.C. 15 or 20 Amp.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS _ Improper Connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electdcal shock. Check with a qualified electriciar_ or ser'Jicem:_n if you are in doubt as to whether your appliance

outlets are properly grounded.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of

electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for electrical current. This appliance is equippe_dwith a c_rd
having an equipment-grounding conductor and 3 prong grounding plug. The plug must be connected into an outlet that

is properly installed and grounded inthe acoordance with all localcodes and ordinances.

Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it willnot fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a

qualified electrician.

If the household electrical supply does not meet the above specifications, or ifyou are not sure your home has an

effective ground, have a qualified electrician or your local electrical utilitycompany check It and correct any problems.

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1. Allwiring must comply with local and national electrical
codes and be installed by a quatified electrician. If you

have any questions regarding the following
instructions, contact a qualified electrician.

2. Check available power supply and resolve any wiring

probtems BEFORE installation and operation of this

unit.

3. For your safety and protection, this unit is grounded
through the power cord plug when plugged into a

matching wall outtet. If you are not sure whether the

well cutters in your home are propedy grounded,

please consult a qualified electrician, DO NOT USE
PLUG ADAPTERS OR EXTENSION CORD_.

4. The manufacturers nameplate is located on the rear
panel of the unit and contains electrical and other

technical data specific to this unit.

5. To avoid the possibility of personal injury, always
diSConnect the power supply to the unit, before

installing and/or servicing.

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Suggested Individual Branch Circuit

Nameplate Amps AWG Wire Size*

Dehumidifier 5.5 14

Heater 12,0

AWG- American Wire Gage

° Based on copper wire at 6O°C temperature rating.

Tab

Receptacle and Fuse Types

Rated' Volts _ 125

Amps 15

Wall Outlet

Fuse Size 15

Time Delay Fuse Plug Type

(or circuit breaker)

Dehumidifying Capacity

Etectdeal Requirements
Power input !wafts) Dehumidifier / Heating
Rated Amperage

• Dehumidi_ing

• Heatin9

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Fan (wa e)

Air Flow Circulation [Cubic Feet per Minute)

Type of Refrigerant

Water Tank Capacity
Application Area CovereSe

Operating Noise Level

Unit Dimensions Width Depth Height
Net Weight 21.5 kg / 47,3 Ib

NOTE'. Specifications are subject to change without notice, tor further improvements.

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40 Pints (-19.0L/24 Hrs)

115 Volts 160 Hz

563 / 1150

5.5 emps

12.0 amps.

35.3

141

R22

6.3 litres.13.3 pints

269-378 sq. ft.

43dBA

14 3/8, X 143t4 " X 291/2"

• Soft Touch (Electronic) Control Key Pads

• Auto-Sensing Humidity Control

• Adjustable Humidity Settings (50%,60%,70%,80%,

Continuous)

• Thermostatically Controlled Heat Settings

(Range 10" -32" "C/48"-92"" F)

• PTC Heater Output (1150watts High/950 watts Low)

• 2 Fan Speed Settings (High/Low all Modes)

• Auto-Display LED Read-Out (Humidity/Temperature)

• Delay Start Protection (compressor)

• Auto-Defrost (De-Icier)
Full Bucket Indicator (audible & visual)

Adjustable Air Flow Direction

Air Freshener Dispenser

Easy Roll Casters

Convenient Front Mounted Water Tank (Removable)

Direct Drain Option (Hose not Included)
Sleek Euro-Design Styling
Super Quiet Operation

Air filter

Air Inlet,

Flow Direction

) Cover

Panel

ts

Window