Whirlpool BHDH2500AS1, BHDH2500AS0, BHDH2500AS2, BHDH4000AS2, BHDH5000BS1 Use & Care Manual

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DEHUMIDIFIER

Use & Care Guide

Full light

Humidistat

(except 15 pint model)

Rw grille (except 15 pint model)

Evaporator cdl (not shown)

Model

and seria

number label

Front grille

(on cabinet under

Drain hose

water pan)

connection

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Part No. 1162709 Rev. A

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Contents

Page

important Safety instructions ........................ .2

Before Using Your Dehumidifier

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Install properly

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Electrical requirements ................................... .4

Using Your Dehumldifier ................................ .5

15 pint model

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25, 30, 40 and 50 pint models

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Setting the water level adjustment ................. .8

Water disposal methods

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Carlng For Your Dehumldifier ...................... -10

if You Need Servlce Or Assistance ............. .12

Warranty

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Thank you for buying this dehumidifier. Please complete the form below. Have this information

ready if you need senrice or call with a question.

Copy model and serial numbers from label (see diagram on front cover) and purchase date from sales slip.

Keep this book and sales slip together in a handy place.

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company Phone Number

mportant Safety nstructions

To reduce the risk of fire, eiectrkai shock or personal Injury when using your dehu-

midifier, follow these basic precautions:

Read all instructions before using your dehumldifier.

Complete the installation and electrical requirements as described in “Before Using Your Dehumidlfier” on pages 3 and 4.

Never allow children to operate or play with the dehumidifier.

Never clean dehumidifier part8 with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

. FOR YOUR SAFETY.

DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR

OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND

LIQUIDS IN THE ViCiNiTY OF THIS OR ANY

OTHER APPUANCE. THE FUMES CAN

CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION. It is your responsibility to be sure your dehu-

midifier:

Is properly installed on a floor, table or shelf that is reasonably level and strong enough to support unit with a full pan of water. Unit can weigh between 22.5 kg (50 Ibs.) and 33.8 kg (75 Ibs.), depending on the amount of water collected in the pan.

Is the correct size for the area you want to dehumidify.

Is connected to the proper kind of outlet, with the correct electrical supply and grounding. (See “Electrical requirements” on page 4.)

Is used only for jobs expected of home dehumidifiers.

Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.

Is properly maintained.

Is used in an area where the room temperature will not fall below 18.3% (65°F).

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTiONS -

DO NOT REMOVE TECH SHEET from inside cabinet. Your service technician will need this information.

Before Using Your Dehumidifier

Install properly

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Personal injury Hazard

Because your dehumidifier weighs between 225 kg (50 ibs.) and 83.8 kg (75 ibs.), depending on the amount of water coiiected In the pan, it Is recommended that you use proper lifting technlquee when lifting or moving your unit. Failure to do ao could result in personal injury.

1. Allow at least 30.5 cm (12 inches) of space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation.

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2. Install the unit on a floor, table or shelf. When installing the unit on a table or shelf, be sure it is strong enough to support the unit with a full pan of water. A table or shelf may be a better position from which to handle the water pan. Do not sit or stand on this product. The height of a table or shelf may help prevent icing of coils due to colder air near the floor (such as can be found in a basement).

3. Keep all outside doors, windows and other openings closed when dehumidifier is operating. Humid outdoor air will add to the dehumidifier’s operating load.

4. The water pan must be properly posi-

tioned, on the hangers inside the cabinet, when dehumidifier is operating in order for the automatic shut-off to operate correctly.

5. On most models, two rollers let you easily

move the dehumidifier. Remove the water pan. Tilt unit forward and roll to another position.

If your model does not have rollers, pick up

the unit to move it to another position.

Beet;J$g Your Dehumidifier

Electrical requirements

OBSERVE ALL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES.

Electrical ground is required on this appliance. A 115 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply is recommended. (Time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.) It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. Do not use an extension cord.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUND PRONG.

Recommended grounding method For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a B-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating grounding type wall receptacle, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is not available, it is the responsibility of the customer to have a properly grounded, 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

Using Your Dehumidifier

You will use your dehumidifier more during

months when you’re not heating your home. However, your dehumidifier can help prevent excessive moisture and keep you comfortable all

year long, in any area of your home.

Use in a basement to help prevent moisture damage.

Use in cooking, laundry, bathing and dishwashing areas which have excess moisture.

Use to prevent moisture damage anywhere

books or valuables are stored.

Usi:ttpz Dehumidifier

PAN FULL

HUMIDISTAT

15 pint model

This model does not have an On/Oft Switch, a De-leer Control or a Humidistat.

To turn unit on-plug power supply cord into

electrical outlet. Be sure to use the correct grounding technique. (See page 4.)

To turn unti off-unplug power supply cord from electrical outlet.

NOTE: This unit may or may not have a water level control. (Refer to the diagram on page 9.)

lf your model has a water level control switch, it

will automatically turn the unit off when the pan

is full. You can adjust the level of water

collected in the pan. (See Setting the water

level adjustment” on page 9.)

lf your unit does not have a water level control switch, the pan should be checked often and emptied when it is 54 to % full. You may also

choose one of the alternate water disposal

methods described on page 9 in “Water disposal methods.”

Do not operate dehumidifier d temperstures below 16.3% (65’F). The coils msy become iced over and unit will not operate

pwerly.

25,30, 40 and 50 pint models

Control panel These units have a control panel containing two

controls-the Pan Full Light and the Humidistat. Pan Full Light-This light glows when the water

pan is full and needs to be emptied. Humidistat-This controls the amount of moisture

left in the room. When the humidity in the room increases, the unit automatically starts. When the humidity decreases to the selected level, the unit automatically stops. The unit will run constantly when control is set to DRYEST.

PAN FULL HUMIDISTAT

PAN FULL

HUMIDISTAT

OFF

DRYEST

Unit operetion

1. Turn Humidistat to OFF. Plug power supply cord into electrical outlet. Be sure to use the correct grounding technique. (See page 4.)

2 Turn Humidistat left toward DRYEST for

normal operation. Set at 5 or 6 to start. Adjust later, if necessary.

lt you need more dehumidification, turn Humidistat left to a higher number. If you need less, turn Humidistat right to a lower number.

3. Stop the unit manually by turning Humidistat right to OFF.

De-icer control

Do not operate dehumidifier at tempemtures below 18.3% (65°F). The coils msy become iced over and unit will not operate

pwerly.

Your dehumidifier is equipped with a feature to help you get the most comfort from your new appliance by permitting it to operate down to

18.3% (65’F). lf your dehumidifier runs when

room temperature and humidii conditions are tow, frost can form on its evaporator coil. This interferes with proper operation.

The De-icer 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 is

automatically restarted, and dehumidifying is resumed.

Using Your Dehumidifier Contlnusd

Watsr tsvsl adjustment

Nor&al fill

Maximum RII

Setting the water level adiustment

The-Water Level Adjustment can be set in two positions to turn off the unit automatically when the pan is full. This prevents the danger of overflow.

Pan must be in proper position for Water Level

Control Switch to work.

NORMAL FILL-et Water Level Adjustment to the indentation on the left side. The water pan and water will weigh approximately 7.2 kg (16 lbs.) and water pan will be % full.

MAXMUM FILL-et Water Level Adjustment to the raised area on the right side. The water pan and water will weigh approximately 10.8 kg

(24 Ibs.) and water pan will be % full.

The Water Level Control Switch will automatically turn off the dehumidifier at the fill level you

selected when pan is properly placed. Loosen the screw to move the Water Level Adjustment. Retighten screw when adjusted to desired setting.

Personal injury Hazard

Do not use the water that collects in the water pan for drinklng purposes. it is not sanitary and coukf cause iliness.

There are three methods of disposing of water.

1. Empty pan manually. When pan is full, remove it, empty it into a

large sink or tub, and put it back in place. Be

sure pan lo properly placed so the Water

Level Control Switch will work to shut off

the unit automatically.

2. Place unit directly over drain.

Pan has a threaded hose connection which can be left open. Cut out opening with a knife or 19 mm (%.) wood drill. Once opened, hose connection will continually drain water from the pan. Be sure to keep unit directly over a drain.

3. Attach garden hose to the threaded hose connection to carry water to drain.

Pan has a threaded hose connection which

can be left open. Cut out opening with a

knife or 19 mm (w) wood drill.

Attach garden hose. Be sure hose does not kink or bend. It should lie flat from unit to drain. (Hose is not included.)

Once hose connection is opened, pan will continually drain through the hose. Be sure to keep hose flat and in drain.

Caring For Your Dehumidifier

Your dehumidifier is designed to serve you yearround. lt needs practically no attention. However, you should check your dehumidifier and inspect the coils annually.

You may call a service company to perform this annual checkup or you can do it yourself. Cost of annual inspection is the owner’s responsibility. OR lt you are familiar with electrical appliances and

their functions, below we have listed instructions

which would allow you to do the inspection and maintenance yourself. However, we suggest you contact a qualified se&e company to perform

this service, as we will not be held responsible for

any personal injury or damages, should you elect

to service this unit.

Electrical Shock and

Personal injury Hazard

Disconnect power supply cord from receptacle before performing any main@ nanca Failure to do so could resuit in electrical shock.

Be careful when cleaning the coils. Fins are sharp. Failure to do so could result in personal injury.

1. Disconnect power supply cord.

2. To remove outer cabinet:

To take off the plastic front grills, remove the two screws at the bottom. Drop grille down and take out.

Remove the socket head screws on each side of cabinet.

Socket -imat screws (on l idm of cabinet)

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