Whirlpool WHAD701AW, WHAD501AW, WHAD601AW Use And Care Manual

Dehumidifier

Use and Care Guide

Table of Contents

DEHUMIDIFIER SAFETY ................................................. 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ...................................3

PARTS AND FEATURES ..................................................4

USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER ........................................ 5

CARE AND CLEANING .................................................... 7

Deshumidificateur

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Table des matières

For questions about features, operation/performance,

parts, or service, call: 1-800-207-1156.

In Canada, for assistance, installation, or service,

call: 1-800-207-1156.

TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................... 8

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................. 9

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ........................................... 10

XLS PRODUCTS WARRANTY FOR

WHIRLPOOL® DEHUMIDIFIERS ................................... 11

Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service,

composez le: 1 800 207 1156

SÉCURITÉ DU DÉSHUMIDIFICATEUR ........................ 12

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION .....................................13

PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ................................ 14

UTILISATION DE VOTRE DÉSHUMIDIFICATEUR .......15

ENTRETIEN ET NETTOYAGE ........................................ 17

Deshumedecedor

Manual de uso y cuidado

Índice

SEGURIDAD DEL DESHUMEDECEDOR ...................... 22

REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN ................................... 23

PIEZAS Y CARACTERÍSTICAS ..................................... 24

USO DEL DESHUMEDECEDOR ................................... 25

CUIDADO Y LIMPIEZA .................................................. 27

DÉPANNAGE .................................................................. 18

SPÉCIFICATIONS ........................................................... 19

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ........................................... 20

GARANTIE DE XLS PRODUCTS POUR

LES DÉSHUMIDIFICATEURS WHIRLPOOL® ............... 21

Si tiene preguntas respect o a las características,

funcionamiento, rendimiento, partes o servicio técnico,

llame al: 1-800-207-1156

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS ........................................ 28

ESPECIFICACIONES ..................................................... 29

ASISTENCIA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO ............................ 30

GARANTÍA DE XLS PRODUCTS PARA

DESHUMEDECEDORES WHIRLPOOL® ....................... 31

®/™ ©2016 Whirlpool. All rights reserved. Manufactured under license by XLS Products, Pennsylvania.

Tous droits réservés. Fabriqué sous licence par XLS Products, Pennsylvanie.

Todos los derechos reservados. Fabricado bajo licencia por XLS Products, Pennsylvania.

Models/Modèles/Modelos:
WHAD501AW, WHAD601AW, & WHAD701AW

DEHUMIDIFIER SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, injury or sickness 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■ Do not use an extension cord.

■ Unplug dehumidier before servicing.

■ Do not drink water collected in the water bucket.

Disposing of the unit:

■ When you need to dispose of the unit, consult with your local dealer or local recycling center for information on how to

dispose of the unit in a environmentally responsible manner.

■ Please recycle or dispose of the packaging material for product in an environmentally responsible manner.

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Requirements—All Models

The electrical ratings for your dehumidier are listed on the model
and serial number label. The model and serial number label is
located on the right-hand side of the dehumidier cabinet.

Specic electrical requirements are listed in the “Power Supply
Cord Electrical Requirements” chart. Follow the requirements for
the type of plug shown in the chart.

Electrical Requirements

■ 115-volt (103.5 min. - 126.5 max.)

■ 0-12 amps

■ 15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit-breaker

■ If there is a “Single Circuit Only” label on the unit, use on

a dedicated single-outlet circuit only. If a dedicated single­outlet circuit is not available, then it is the customer’s
responsibility to have a single-outlet circuit installed by
a qualied electrician.

■ If there is no “Single Circuit Only” label on the unit, the unit

may be used on any branch circuit of correct voltage and
adequate current protection rating.

Installation Instructions

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install
dehumidifier.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Remove Packaging Materials:

■ Handle the dehumidier gently while unpacking the unit.

■ Remove the carton top and lift the dehumidier from the

base pad.

■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning

on the dehumidier. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your ngers. Wipe with a damp cloth
and dry.

■ Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, ammable

uids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your dehumidier.

■ Dispose of/recycle packaging materials in an appropriate way.

Placement

This dehumidier may be placed on a stable, level, and solid
oor that will support its weight. Allow at least 21⁄2" (6.35 cm)
of clearance from walls and furniture. Do not allow the air inlet
or outlet to be covered by drapes or curtains, as it will reduce
performance.

2.5"

2.5"

(6.35 cm)

(6.35 cm)

Recommended Grounding Method

This dehumidier must be grounded. This dehumidier is
equipped with a power supply cord having a grounded 3 prong
plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet, grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet
is not available, it is the customer’s responsibility to have
a properly grounded 3 prong outlet installed by a qualied
electrical installer. It is the customer’s responsibility:

■ To contact a qualied electrical installer.

■ To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and

in conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA

70 - latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association

1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269

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Electrical Connection

1. Plug into grounded 3 prong outlet

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

PARTS AND FEATURES

Water

level

indicator

Control panel

Drain tting
with rubber
stopper

Filter

Water
bucket

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USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER

Turning the Dehumidifier ON or OFF

When you rst plug in the dehumidier, it will beep once
and the display will show the current temperature and
relative humidity level.

Press POWER to turn the dehumidier ON or OFF.

IMPORTANT:

■ If you turn off the dehumidier, wait at least 3 minutes before

turning it back on.

■ Do not try to operate your dehumidier if the temperature in

the room is below 41°F (5°C) or above 95°F (35°C).

NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your dehumidier will
operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.

Display

During normal operation, display will show the
current temperature and room humidity level.
When the HUMIDITY/TIME t and s buttons
are pressed, the unit will display the set
humidity or delay time.

Selecting the Fan Speed

The Fan Speed has 2 settings:

■ LOW

■ HIGH

Press the SPEED button until the indicator light for the
desired setting is lit.

Selecting the Humidity Level

Press the HUMIDITY/TIME s and t buttons to
increase or decrease the humidity setting. The
relative humidity level can be adjusted between
30% and 90%.

Press HUMIDITY/TIME s to increase the humidity level in 5%
increments, up to 90% relative humidity. Press and hold to
increase the humidity setting rapidly.

Press HUMIDITY/TIME t to decrease the humidity level in 5%
increments, down to 30% relative humidity. Press and hold to
decrease the humidity setting rapidly.

Using the Timer

Auto Shut-Off

You can set the dehumider to shut off automatically after
a set number of hours, up to 24 hours.

To set Auto Shut-Off:

1. With the dehumider ON, press TIMER.

2. Use the HUMIDITY/TIME s and t buttons select number of
hours, up to 24 hours.

3. After the set time, the dehumider will turn off automatically.

Auto Start

You can set the dehumider with the TIMER to start automatically
after a set number of hours.

1. With the dehumider OFF, press TIMER.

2. Use the HUMIDITY/TIME s and t buttons to select the
number of hours before the dehumidier should turn on, up
to 24 hours. The TIMER indicator light will remain lit to let you
know the timer is set.

3. After the set time, the dehumider will start automatically with
the last humidity and fan settings used.

Changing Units

Press the °C/°F button to change between degrees
Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit in the display.

Defrost Indicator

If the dehumidier operates for an extended time
in low temperatures, ice may form on the cooling
coils. if this happens, the DEFROST indicator will come on, the
dehumidier compressor will turn off, and the fan with run until
the accumulated ice has melted.

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Emptying the Water Bucket

Drain Hose Connection (optional)

When the water collection bucket is full, the BUCKET
FULL indicator will light and the dehumidier will
turn off.

WARNING

Sickness Hazard

Do not drink water collected in water bucket.

Doing so can result in sickness.

1. Remove water bucket

Bucket

You may attach a hose (not included) for water drainage into a
oor drain.

The drain tting uses a standard garden hose connector.
The drain hose must be below the drain port on the back
of the dehumidier to ensure proper drainage.

1. Remove drain fitting plug

Turn the drain port plug retainer counterclockwise to remove,
then pull the drain plug straight out.

2. Install drain hose

Remove the water bucket by pulling straight out from the front of
the dehumidier. The bucket features a convenient carry handle
for easier transport.

2. Empty water bucket

Empty the water bucket into a sink or drain.
Slide the water bucket back into the dehumidier.

Thread the drain hose (not included) onto the drain tting on the
dehumidier. Insert the other end of the drain hose into a oor
drain or other suitable drain.

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CARE AND CLEANING

Your new dehumidier is designed to give you many years of
dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care
for your dehumidier properly.

Cleaning the Filter

The lter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean lter helps
remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important
for best operating efciency. Check the lter every 2 weeks to
see whether it needs cleaning.

NOTE: For best performance, do not operate the dehumidier
without the lter in place.

Rinse the lter under the faucet. If the
lter is very dirty, wash it in warm water
with a mild detergent.

NOTE: Do not wash the lter in the
dishwasher or use any chemical
cleaners; it may damage the lter. Air
dry the lter completely before replacing to ensure maximum
efciency.

1. Remove the water bucket

Cleaning the Dehumidifier Cabinet

1. Turn off the dehumidier.

2. Wipe the dehumidier cabinet with a soft, damp cloth.

3. Wipe dry with soft cloth.

Cleaning the Water Bucket

The water bucket should be cleaned every few weeks to prevent
mold and mildew growth,

1. Remove the water bucket.

2. Wash the bucket with a mixture of warm water and a mild
detergent.

3. Rinse well, then reinstall water bucket. .

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install
dehumidifier.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

1. Turn off the dehumidier.

2. Remove the water bucket.

2. Remove the filter

Storing the Dehumidifier

If the dehumidier will not be used for an extended period of
time, prepare it for storage with the following steps.

1. Turn off the dehumidier and unplug it.

2. Empty the water bucket.

3. Remove, clean, and reinstall the lter.

Pull the lter straight down out of the dehumidier.

Reinstalling the filter:

1. Reinstall the lter in the dehumidier.

2. Slide the water bucket back into place.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help.

Dehumidifier will not operate

■ The power supply cord is unplugged. Plug into a grounded

3 prong outlet. See “Electrical Requirements. ”

■ A household fuse has blown, or circuit breaker has tripped.

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem
continues, call an electrician. See “Electrical Requirements. ”

■ The Power button has not been pressed. Press POWER.

■ The local power has failed. Wait for power to be restored.

■ Water bucket is full. Empty bucket.

■ Water bucket is not completely installed. Make sure the water

bucket is properly installed.

Dehumidifier blows fuses or trips

circuit breakers

■ Too many appliances are being used on the same circuit.

Unplug or relocate appliances that share the same circuit.

■ Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker of the wrong capacity is

being used. Replace with a time-delay fuse or circuit breaker
of the correct capacity. See “Electrical Requirements.”

■ You are trying to restart the dehumidier too soon after turning

off the dehumidier. Wait at least 3 minutes after turning off
the dehumidier before trying to restart the dehumidier.

NOTE: A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a
new power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer
and must not be repaired.

Ice forms on coils

■ The dehumidier features an automatic defrost mode that will

shut off the compressor and allow the fan to run. This reduces
the ice buildup on the coils. The compressor will cycle back
on when the defrost sensor senses the correct operating
conditions.

■ The temperature of the room is too cold. Raise the room

temperature or move the dehumidier to a warmer location.

Fan runs but dehumidifier is not

removing moisture

■ The dehumidier features an automatic defrost mode that will

shut off the compressor and allow the fan to run. This reduces
the ice build-up on the coils. The compressor will cycle back
on when the defrost sensor senses the correct operating
conditions.

■ The lter is dirty. Clean the lter.

Error codes in display

■ If E1 or E2 appears in the display, call for service.

■ If LO appears in the display, the temperature in the room is too

cold. Increase the room temperature or move the dehumidier.

■ If HI appears in the display, the temperature in the room

is too warm. Decrease the room temperature or move the
dehumidier.

Normal Operating Sounds

When your dehumidier is operating normally, you may hear
sounds such as:

■ Droplets of water hitting the condenser, causing a pinging or

clicking sound. The water droplets help cool the condenser.

■ Air movement from the fan.

■ Clicks from the thermostat cycle.

■ Vibrations or noise due to poor wall or window construction.

■ A high-pitched hum or pulsating noise caused by the modern

high-efciency compressor cycling on and off.

Dehumidifier seems to run too much

■ The dehumidier is in a room with very high humidity levels, or

is too small for the room.

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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

Before calling for assistance or service, please check
“Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call.
If you still need help, follow the instructions below.

In the USA

Call XLS Products Customer Service toll-free:
1-800-207-1156.

Our consultants provide assistance with:

■ Features and specications on our full line of appliances.

■ Installation information.

■ Use and maintenance procedures.

■ Accessory and repair parts.

■ Specialized customer assistance.

■ Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors and service

companies. XLS Products designated service technicians
are trained to fulll the product warranty and provide after
warranty service, anywhere in the United States.

In Canada

Call the XLS Products Customer Service toll-free:
1-800-207-1156.

Our consultants provide assistance with:

■ Features and specications on our full line of appliances.

■ Use and maintenance procedures.

■ Accessory and repair parts.

■ Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service

companies. XLS Products designated service technicians
are trained to fulll the product warranty and provide after­warranty service, anywhere in Canada.

When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete
model and serial number of your appliance. This information will
help us to better respond to your request.

For further assistance:

If you need further assistance, you can write to XLS Products
with any questions or concerns at:

XLS Products, Inc.
Customer Service
P.O. Box 16262
Philadelphia, PA 19114-0262

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

For further assistance:

If you need further assistance, you can write to XLS Products
with any questions or concerns at:

XLS Products, Inc.
Customer Service
P.O. Box 16262
Philadelphia, PA 19114-0262

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

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