Whirlpool Dh25h0, Dh25j1, Dh25j0, Dh25j2, Dh30g0 Owner's Manual

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. - Dehumidifier

Use & Care Guide

Contents

Safety information Electrical requirements

Installing dehumidifier Operating dehumidifier Removing and emptying water bucket Caring for your dehumidifier If you need assistance or service Warranty

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Part No. 1168835 Rev, A

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be

You &iJl be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or

“‘WARNING.“These words mean:

115-volt (103.5

60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-ampere fused i i and properly grounded electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker is recommended. Use a separate circuit to connect only the dehumidifier.

min.,

126.5 max.), I

Grounding instructions:

3-prong gmund-type wall

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions. All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the

chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING -To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your dehumidifier, follow these basic precautions:

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

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is your responsibility to:

Install the dehumidifier according to the Installation Instructions.

Connect the dehumidifier only to the proper kind of outlet, with the correct

electrical supply and ground. See “Electrical requirements,” page 3.

. Unplug dehumidifier before

servicing.

Do not drink water collected in the water bucket.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these

instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

i dehumidifier is equipped with a power j supply cord having a 3-prong ground i plug.

! To minimize possible shock hazard, the

, i cord must be plugged into a mating

I 3-pronq qround-type wall receptacle,

[ grbundai in acco;dance

; codes and ordinances. If a mating wall

; receptacle is not available, it is the 1 personal responsibility and obligation i of the customer to have the properly i grounded wall receptacle installed by a i qualified electrician.

with l&al

Good air circulation is needed for best performance-allow at least 12-l 8 inches (30.5 -

45.7 cm) of air space on all sides of the dehumidifier.

Install dehumidifier on a level floor strong enough to support the dehumidifier with a full bucket of water.

EMPTY/ADJUST BUCKEI light:

If this light is on, the dehumidifier

not running.This

light indicates that

you need to check:

If the bucket is full,

empty bucket

and replace.

If the bucket is not in position,

remove bucket and replace. Make sure the bucket fits all the way into

the dehumidifier and the light is off

or dehumidifier will not run.

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DRYNESS CONTROL:

This controls the amount of moisture in the room.Turn the control knob clockwise for more drying.Turn the control knob counterclockwise for less drying.Turn control knob to”NORMAL” to maintain average humidity conditions.

NOTE:

the Dryness Control clockwise to “DRYEST”to remove extra moisture from the furnishings as well as the room air. :’

For the first few days of use, turn

where the temperature will not fall below 65°F (18.3”C). Lower temperatures will cause ice to form on coils.

If icing occurs, unplug dehumidifier (or turn off) until ice melts and room temperature rises.

When moving dehumidifier, use the grip areas with both hands to push dehumidifier to a new location. Do not lift the dehumidifier with grip area. Pick dehumidifier

from the bottom to

carry.

FAN SPEED:

Some models: this controls fan

operation. Use desired setting.

HIGH

-for faster moisture removal.

LOW

- for slower moisture removal.

Sickness Hazard

water bucket.

Bucket method:

General cleaning and naintenance

I. Dust the front grille and side panels

with a soft brush or the dusting attachment of your vacuum.

1. If cabinet paint chips, you can touch up the paint with a good grade enamel paint to prevent rust.

Alater bucket cleaning

ivery few weeks, rins

he inside of the vater bucket vith a mild ietergent to Irevent growth If mold, mildew rnd bacteria.

Xeaning the interior coil

:or best efficiency, clean the coil at east once a year with the brush attachment of your vacuum. Be sure

he coil is dry for easier cleaning.

rool needed:

‘hillips screwdriver

lemoving front of dehumidifier:

1. Unplug dehumidifier or disconnect power

supply.

kemove &at& bucket.

3. Remove 3 screws from each side of the front panel.

4. Remove the front panel by holding the bottom sides and lifting up and out. Do not remove top cover or cabinet.

Phillips-head

screws

3. Pour water through opening into a sink or tub.

4. Replace bucket completely and ! check that Empty/Adjust light is off. ;

: 3. Attach a garden hose to drain hose :

connector.The garden hose should not be longer than 8 feet (2.4 m). Run

other end of garden hose into a floor i drain.Check that the hose lies flat : and in the drain.

i To use the bucket without the garden hose:

! Use a garden hose cap to seal the drain i hose connector.

Unplug dehumidifier before

cleaning.

Replace all panels before

operating.

Failure to do so can result in

death or electrical shock.

5.Clean coils with brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner. Be careful coil fins are sharp.

NOTE:The refrigerant coil is all that needs to be cleaned on the inside of the dehumidifier.

6. Replace the front panel and water bucket.

7. Plug in dehumidifier or reconnect power supply.

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