Important Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When using this dehumidifi er, always follow basic safety precautions, including the following:
• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
• This
dehumidi
fi
er must be properly installed and grounded as described in this manual before it is
used.
• Never operate this dehumidi
fi
er in an area that is likely to accumulate standing water. If this condi-
tion develops, disconnect the power supply before stepping into the water.
• Never unplug your dehumidi
fi
er by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug
fi
rmly and pull
straight out from the receptacle.
• Immediately replace all electric service cords that have become frayed or damaged. A damaged
power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the manufactur-
er and not repaired. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or
at either the plug or connector end.
• If the receptacle does not match the plug, the receptacle must be changed out by a quali
fi
ed elec-
trician.
• Turn the dehumidi
fi
er OFF and unplug it before cleaning.
• All
dehumidi
fi
ers contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product
disposal. If you are disposing of a product with refrigerants, check with the company handling
disposal about what to do. Check for local regulatory compliance regarding the approved and safe
disposal of this appliance.
• This
dehumidi
fi
er is intended for indoor residential applications only. This dehumidi
fi
er should not
be used for commercial or industrial applications. Do not use outdoors.
• Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other
fl
ammable vapors or liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Do not remove the Styrofoam in the
fl
oat which is located in the bucket.
• Do not use an extension cord, this unit must be plugged directly into the receptacle.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge unless they have been given super-
vision or instruction concerning the unit of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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