Care And Cleaning - Whirlpool WHAD501AW Manual De Uso Y Cuidado

CARE AND CLEANING

Your new dehumidifier is designed to give you many years of
dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care
for your dehumidifier properly.
Cleaning the Filter
The filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean filter helps
remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important
for best operating efficiency. Check the filter every 2 weeks to
see whether it needs cleaning.
NOTE: For best performance, do not operate the dehumidifier
without the filter in place.
Rinse the filter under the faucet. If the
filter is very dirty, wash it in warm water
with a mild detergent.
NOTE: Do not wash the filter in the
dishwasher or use any chemical
cleaners; it may damage the filter. Air
dry the filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum
efficiency.
1.
Remove the water bucket
1. Turn off the dehumidifier.
2. Remove the water bucket.
2.
Remove the filter
Pull the filter straight down out of the dehumidifier.
Reinstalling the filter:
1. Reinstall the filter in the dehumidifier.
2. Slide the water bucket back into place.
Cleaning the Dehumidifier Cabinet
1. Turn off the dehumidifier.
2. Wipe the dehumidifier 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.
Storing the Dehumidifier
If the dehumidifier will not be used for an extended period of
time, prepare it for storage with the following steps.
1. Turn off the dehumidifier and unplug it.
2. Empty the water bucket.
3. Remove, clean, and reinstall the filter.
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