16 Dehumidifier
• The more moisture in the room air, the
longer it takes for the room air to
become dry.
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Dehumidifier does
not dry the air as
it should
■ Dehumidifier has been
installed or restarted
recently.
■
Airflow is restricted.
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•
Make sure there are no curtains, blinds, or
furniture blocking the front or back of the
dehumidifier.
■
The control may not be set
high enough.
Turn the knob to a higher number.
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■
Doors and windows may
not be closed tightly.
Check that all doors, windows, and other
openings are securely close.
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Household equipment such as
clothes dryers or
dishwashers
the room.
Place the dehumidifier away from
household appliance air vents. Ensure
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Room temperature is too
low.
The unit will not operate satisfactorily if the
room temperature is below 65°F (18°C.)
Maintenance and Service
may be blowing moist air into
that clothes dryers are vented outside.