Kenmore 407.53571 Use & Care Manual page 14

Problem
Dehumidifier does not
start.
PossibleCauses Solutions
Dehumidifier is not oper-
ating as
Intended.
The dehumidifier is un-
plugged.
Filter indicator is lit.
The fuse is blown / circuit
breaker is tripped.
Dehumidifier has reached
the user set humiditylevel
or the bucket is full.
Make sure the dehumidifier's p[ug is pushed com-
pletely into the outlet.
Check the house fuse / circuit breaker box and
replace fuse or reset breaker.
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The dehumidifier automatically turns off when either
condition occurs. Change to a lower setting or emp-
ty the water bucket and replace properly.
Bucket is not in the proper The bucket must be in place and securelyseated for
position, the dehumidifier to operate.
Power Failure.
Not enough time allowed
for unit to remove moisture.
There isa protective time delay of 3 minutesto
prevent tripping of the compressor overload. For this
reason, the unit will not start normal dehumidifica-
tion for 3 rain. after it is powered back on.
When first installed, allow at least 24 hours to
achieve the desired humidity level.
Airflow is restricted. Make sure there are no curtains, blinds, or furniture
blocking the side or back of the dehumidifier.
See the Cleaning The Air Filter section
Dirty filter.
The user set Humidity Level
may not be set low enough.
Doors and windows may
not be closed tightly.
Water is not draining
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Room temperature is too
low.
Filter needs to be cleaned
every 250 hours of use.
To reduce moisture, press the down arrow button to
lower the percent humidity desired in the room, or
set the dehumidifier to CO for continuous operation.
Check that all doors,windows, and other openings
are securely closed.
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Make sure the drain is placed below the drain con-
nector nozzle to a!low gravity to drain the water
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Moisture removal _sbest at higher roam tempera-
tures, Lower room temperatures will reduce the
moisture removal rate. This model is designed to
operate at temperatures above 41°F.
Once filter has been cleaned, pressthe FILTER but-
' ton for 3 seconds to turn the filter indicator off.
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