GE ADEHSO Dehumidifier User Manual


 
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dehumidifier The dehumidifier Hake sure the dehumidifier's plug is pushed completely
doesnotstart is unplugged, into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit , Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace
breaker is tripped, the fuse or resetthe breaker.
Dehumidifier has reached its The dehumidifier automatically turns off when either
preset level or bucket isfull. condition occurs. Change to a lower setting or empty
the bucket and replace properly.
Bucket is not in the The bucket must be in place and securely seated for the
proper position, dehumidifier to operate.
Power failure. There is a protective time delay (up to 3 minutes) to
prevent tripping of the compressor overload. For this
reason,the unit may not start normal dehumidifying
for 3 minutes after it isturned back on.
Dehumidifier doesnot Did not allow enough time ,,When first installed, allow at least 24 hours to maintain
drythe airas #should to remove the moisture, the desired dryness.
Airflow is restricted. Hake sure there are no curtains, blinds or furniture
blocking the front or back of the dehumidifier. Seethe
Choosinga Locationsection.
Dirty filter. , Seethe Careand Cleaningsection.
The Humidity Control may For drier air, pressthe T pad and set to a lower percent
not be set low enough, value (%)or at CO(continuous)for maximum
dehumidification.
Doors and windows may not Check that all doors,windows and other openings
be closed tightly, are securely closed.
Clothes dryer may be Install the dehumidifier away from the dryer.
blowing moisture-laden The dryer should be vented to the outside.
air into the room.
Room temperature Hoisture removal is best at higher room temperatures.
is too low. Lower room temperatures will reduce the moisture
removal rate. Models are designed to be operated at
temperatures above 41°F (5°C).
Dehumidifier runs Area to be dehumidified * The capacity ofyour dehumidifier may not be adequate.
toomuch istoo large.
Doors and windows are open. * Closeall doors and windows to the outside.
Frostappearson Dehumidifier has been turned * This is normal. Frostwill usually disappear
the coils on recently, or room temperature within 60 minutes. Seethe Automatic Defrostsection.
is below 41°F(5°C).
Controls cannot be set
The compressor will turn off
and the fan will automatically
continue to run for
approximately 3 minutes at o
fixed setting.
Bucket FullLEDlight
flashingandalarm
soundswhile drainhose
is connected
This is normal. Wait approximately 3 minutes and set the
fan as desired.
Fannoise Air is moving through "This isnormal.
the dehumidifier.
Water on floor Hose connection may be loose. Check the hoseconnection. Seethe RemovingCollected
Watersection.
Intended to use the bucket to Disconnect the hose if using the bucket to collect water.
collect water, but e hose Seethe RemovingCollected Water section
us attached.
Drain hose not tight on fitting Check drain hose connection.
Drain hose is kinked
Ensurethe drain hose is pointed straight down to the floor
and is not kinked in anyway.
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