Friedrich D30 Dehumidifier User Manual


 
10
Troubleshooting Tips
Before you call for service, review this list. It may save time and money.
The list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this
appliance.
FIND YOUR PROBLEM HERE
DEHUMIDIFIER DOES NOT
OPERATE
DEHUMIDIFIER RUNS TOO
MUCH
FROST APPEARS ON
COILS
FAN NOISE
Plug is disconnected from outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is
tripped.
The dryness level you selected has
been reached.
The Auto Shut-Off light is on.
Dehumidifier is not turned on.
Humidistat is set too high.
Windows or doors near dehumidifier
are open to outdoors.
Area to be dehumidified is too large.
Air movement through dehumidifier
is blocked.
Humidistat is set at Max.
Room temperature is too low.
Room temperature is below 65°F
(18°C.)
Air is moving through the
dehumidifier.
Push plug firmly into wall outlet.
Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box
and replace fuse or reset the breaker.
Dehumidifier automatically shuts off
when the selected amount of moisture
has been removed from the air. If you
want to remove more moisture, turn the
Humidistat to Max. After the dehumidifier
starts, reset the control to the desired
setting.
Dehumidifier automatically shuts off
when the bucket is full. Empty the bucket
and replace.
Turn on the Humidistat.
Turn the Humidistat to a lower setting.
Close all windows or doors to outside.
Check with your dealer to see if capacity
is adequate.
Front grille may be dirty.
Use a soft cloth, warm water, and a mild
detergent to clean the grille.
Dehumidifier's coils on the back of unit
may be dirty. Clean the soil on the coils
on the back of the unit.
Dehumidifier must be placed in a space
that does not restrict air flowing into the
rear coil or out of the front grille.
Dehumidifier will not turn off if Humidistat
is at Max.
Frost will usually disappear within 60
minutes.
This is a normal sound.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
WHAT TO DO