OWNER’S MANUAL DEHUMIDIFER MODEL 2AD22A / 2AD35A / 2AD50A / 2ADP50A
IMPORTANT: Thank you for your purchase. Please read this manual carefully before operating. Make sure to save this manual for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 POSITIONING THE UNIT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SAFETY INFORMATION Read these safety precautions before installation and operation. For your safety, it is important that you read and follow the instructions in this manual to minimize the risk of personal injury, fire or electrical shock. Warning 3 This symbol shows that this appliance uses a flammable refrigerant. If a refrigerant leak occurs and is exposed to an external ignition source, there is a risk of fire. Caution This symbol shows that the operation manual should be read carefully.
SAFETY INFORMATION CONTINUED CAUTION • This dehumidifier is intended for indoor residential us only and should not be used for commercial or industrial applications. Do not use outdoors • Do not place the unit near a heat source or other heat generating appliances such as clothes dryer, heater or radiator • Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the unit by yourself.
SAFETY INFORMATION CONTINUED WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY • • • • • • • • The dehumidifier should not be stored in a room with continuously operating ignition sources (for example: open flames, an operating gas appliance or an operating electric heater). Do not pierce or burn this dehumidifier Be aware that the refrigerant contained within this dehumidifier is odorless Appliance should be installed, operated and stored in a room with a floor area larger than 50 ft2.
IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS BEFORE YOU BEGIN NOTE: All the illustrations in the manual are for explanation purpose only. Your dehumidifier may be slightly different. The design specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Consult with the customer service for details. The most up-to-date versions of the manual can be found on the service website. Please check for the latest version.
POSITIONING THE UNIT 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. For good air circulation, allow at least 8 inches of air space on all sides of the unit and a minimum of 16 inches of air space at the air outlet (Fig. 4) Place the unit in an area where the temperature will not fall below 410 F (50 C) because low temperature could cause the coil the freeze.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Control Panel Features: Note: The following control panels are for explanation purpose only. The control panel of the unit you purchased may be slightly different according to the models. Your machine may not contain some indicators or buttons. The actual shape shall prevail.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUE button ________________________ Setting the Timer ________________________ • • • • • Press to activate the continuous dehumidifying operation. If the CONT. mode is selected the unit will continue to dehumidify and will not be controlled to a specific humidity setting. The humidity setting cannot be adjusted. Note: • If the unit is off, the timer “On” indicator be the first to illuminate. • If the dehumidifier is on, the timer “Off” indicator will first illuminate.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED Humidity Set Control Left/Right (buttons) ______ PUMP button (on some models) _____________ • • • • • The humidity set control buttons are used to set the desired humidity level. The humidity level can be set between 35% RH (Relative Humidity) to 85% RH (Relative Humidity) in 5% increments.
OTHER FEATURES FULL Bucket Full Light _________________________ Auto Shut Off ___________________________ • • The Full indicator light will be illuminated when the bucket is full and ready to be emptied or if the bucket was not put back in place correctly. AUTO DEFROST Auto Defrost ____________________________ • 11 The unit will automatically enter auto defrost mode when frost/ice builds up on the evaporator coils.
REMOVING THE COLLECTED WATER There are three ways to remove collected water: 1 Using the bucket • If the unit is off, and the bucket is full, the Full indicator light will illuminate. • Slowly pull out the bucket. Grip the left and right handles securely, and carefully pull out straight so water does not spill. Do not put the bucket on the floor because the bottom of the bucket is uneven and the water may spill.
REMOVING THE COLLECTED WATER 2 Continuous draining • • • • • • 3 Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain by attaching a drain hose (ld≥Φ5/16′′, not included) with a female threaded end (ID:M=1′′, not included) to the drain outlet at the back of the dehumidifier (See Fig. 8) Remove the plastic cover from the continuous drain outlet at the back of the unit and set it aside.
REMOVING THE COLLECTED WATER CONTINUED Note: The pump may make a noticeable sound for 3~5 minutes on startup. It is a normal phenomenon. Note: The pump operation light will blink will at 1Hz if there is an operational failure of the pump. Please turn off the unit and unplug the power. Check the following things: • Clean pump filter • Check that the pump drain hose is not kinked or blocked. • • • • Remove the bucket from the unit, take down the pump and clean the pump filter.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Turn the dehumidifier off and unplug it from the wall outlet before cleaning. • Use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. • The air intake and outlet grilles get soiled easily; use a vacuum attachment or brush to clean. • Do not splash water directly onto the main unit. Doing so may cause an electrical shock, cause the insulation to deteriorate, or cause the unit to rust. Note: Do not use a dishwasher to clean the bucket.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Before calling for service, review the chart below. PROBLEM WHAT TO CHECK Unit does not start • Make sure the dehumidifier s plug is pushed completely into the outlet. • Dehumidifier has reached its preset level or bucket is full. • • Dehumidifier does not dry the air as it should Water bucket is not in the proper position. • Did not allow enough time to remove the moisture. • The humidity control may not be set low enough.
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