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Using the dehumidifier.
When first using the dehumidifier, operate the unit continuously for 24 hours.
How the Dehumidifier Operates
Moist,.humid.air.is.drawn.over.a.cold.refrigerated.
dehumidifying.coil..Moisture.in.the.air.condenses.on.
this.coil.and.drains.into.a.bucket.(or.through..
a.hose.and.drain)..
Dry,.clean.air.is.drawn.through.the.condenser.where.
it.is.heated.and.discharged.out.the.top.grille.into.the.
room.
It is normal for the surrounding air to become slightly
warmer as the dehumidifier operates.
Choosing a Location
A.dehumidifier.operating.in.a.basement.will.have.little.
or.no.effect.in.drying.an.adjacent.enclosed.storage.
area,.such.as.a.closet,.unless.there.is.adequate.
circulation.of.air.in.and.out.of.the.area..
■ Do not use outdoors.
■ . T his dehumidifier is intended for indoor residential
applications only. This dehumidifier should not be
used for commercial or industrial applications.
■ Place the dehumidifier on a smooth, level floor strong
enough to support the unit with a full bucket of water.
■ Allow at least 12–18 inches of air space on all sides of
the unit for good air circulation.
■ Place the dehumidifier in an area where the
temperature will not fall below 41°F (5°C). The coils
can become covered with frost at temperatures
below 41°F, which may reduce performance.
■ Use the dehumidifier in cooking, laundry, bathing
and dishwashing areas that have excessive moisture.
NOTE: Place the dehumidifier away
from the clothes dryer.
■ Use the dehumidifier to prevent moisture damage
anywhere books or valuables are stored.
■ Use the dehumidifier in a basement to help prevent
moisture damage.
■ The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed
area to be most effective.
■ Close all doors, windows and other outside openings
to the room.
Automatic Defrost
When.frost.builds.up.on.the.evaporator.coils,.the.
compressor.will.cycle.off.and.the.fan.will.continue.to.
run.until.the.frost.disappears.
When.the.coil.is.defrosted,.the.compressor.or.fan.will.
automatically.restart.and.dehumidifying.will.resume.
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12"–18" min.
NOTE: The dehumidifier has rollers to aid placement,
but it should only be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces.
Do not attempt to roll the dehumidifier on carpet or
over objects.
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12"–18" min.
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