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Display 

Function 

Temperature / Timer 
Display 

Displays the current temperature. When adjusting the Timer setting, 
displays the time setting in hours then reverts back to current 
temperature after 10 seconds. 

Humidity Level 
Display 

Displays the level of humidity. Displays desired humidity level when 
increasing or decreasing desired level, then reverts to current humidity 
level after 10 seconds. 

 

Operating the Control Panel 

Power 

Use the Power button to turn the portable dehumidifier on and off. By default, when you first use 
the power button, the unit will begin to operate in normal fan speed mode. 
Auto-Shut Off: The unit will shut off when the set humidity has been reached, or when the water 
bucket is full, has been removed, or is not in its proper position. 

Timer 

The timer mode allows for continuous  operation for a user defined  set number  of hours. 

To operate the unit in timer mode: 

1.  Make  sure the  power  cord  is plugged into  a power  outlet. 

2. 

Press the Power button.

 

3. 

Press the Timer button  to activate the timer mode. The Timer Mode indicator located 
above the Timer button will light up green.

 

4. 

Press the Increase and  Decrease  buttons  to set the desired number  of hours for the 
dehumidifier to run. The timer can  be  set in increments  of 1 hour up to 24 hours. The timer 
setting display will flash for approximately 10 seconds before  reverting  back to displaying 
the current  temperature.

 

5.  To cancel or turn off the timer setting, adjust the increments by using the Increase and 

Decrease buttons until 

‘0’ hours is shown on the display. 

 

Fan Speeds 

The dehumidifier has two fan speeds. Use the high fan speed for maximum moisture removal. 
Use the normal fan speed for quieter operation. 
 
Select the fan speed by pressing the Fan button until the desired mode is illuminated. 

Setting the Humidity Level

 

The desired humidity level can be set within a range of 30% Relative Humidity (RH) to 90% RH 
in 5% increments. 
To set the desired humidity level percentage: 
1.  Make sure the power cord is plugged into a power outlet.

 

 

2.  Press the Power button. 
3.  Press the Increase and Decrease buttons to set the desired humidity level. After 

approximately 10 seconds, the LED display will revert to the actual room humidity level with 
±5% accuracy. For drier air use the Decrease button. 

 

 
 
 

 
Note: Relative Humidity (RH) is the ratio of the actual water content of the air at a given 
temperature to the potential water content at that same temperature. 

Summary of Contents for DEP501WP

Page 1: ...Dehumidifier Owner s Manual For more information on other great EdgeStar products on the web go to https www edgestar com To use the EdgeStar self diagnostic tool go to https support edgestar com DEP5...

Page 2: ...ing or control panel Do not exceed the power outlet ratings Do not pull the unit by the cord Always turn the unit off and unplug it from the outlet when cleaning Unplug the unit if it is not going to...

Page 3: ...the unit in closets or confined spaces be sure to keep doors open to allow proper ventilation Do not use this appliance near flammable gas or combustibles such as gasoline benzene thinner etc Do not u...

Page 4: ...imer 5 Fan Speeds 5 Setting the Humidity Level 5 LED Display 6 Water Full Light 6 Additional Notes About the Dehumidifier s Behavior 6 DRAINING THE UNIT 7 PUMP DRAIN 7 MANUAL DRAIN 8 CONTINUOUS GRAVIT...

Page 5: ...of your unit and are needed to obtain warranty service You may also want to staple your receipt to this manual as it is the proof of your purchase and is also needed for service under your warranty M...

Page 6: ...2 Parts Identification Front View Back View...

Page 7: ...d the unit and at least 20 inches of space above the unit If you have multiple power outlets in the room choose one that is near the dehumidifier and that will be able to provide adequate power to the...

Page 8: ...imer setting in increments of 1 hour Adjusts the temperature display to be shown in Celsius C or Fahrenheit F Indicator Light Function Bucket Full Lights up to indicate that the water bucket is full a...

Page 9: ...he Increase and Decrease buttons to set the desired number of hours for the dehumidifier to run The timer can be set in increments of 1 hour up to 24 hours The timer setting display will flash for app...

Page 10: ...uitable for the unit 41 F 95 F If the ambient temperature is suitable please contact customer service HI Temperature too high error This means the current room temperature is above 122 F Make sure the...

Page 11: ...the other end of the drain hose in a floor drain or other suitable drainage port 4 Operate theunit in a normal manner 5 To remove pump drain line 1 press the release button located directly above the...

Page 12: ...rder to utilize the continuous gravity drain you will need to supply a suitable drain hose You may use a standard garden hose with a 3 4 connector fitting 1 Locate the gravity drain hose port found on...

Page 13: ...ce its performance and effectiveness If the unit is used in a dusty environment you may need to clean the pre filter on a weekly basis To clean the pre filter follow the steps below 1 Power off the un...

Page 14: ...he dehumidifier When this occurs the unit will automatically activate its auto defrost feature The time required to complete the auto defrost cycle varies and is dependent on the ambient temperature a...

Page 15: ...r is not functioning at all The unit is not receiving power Make sure the unit is plugged in There is insufficient power Move the unit to another outlet Check your circuit breaker Refer to the rating...

Page 16: ...d if the issue persists contact customer service The unit has an E1 Error This is a temperature sensor error Restart the unit and if the issue persists contact customer service The unit has an E2 Erro...

Page 17: ...AC 115V 60Hz AC 115V 60Hz Power Consumption 540 W 862 W Operating Current 4 7 A 7 5 A Water Bucket Capacity 8 Liters 2 11 Gallons 8 Liters 2 11 Gallons Dehumidifying Capacity at 80 F RH 60 50 pints d...

Page 18: ...ts of God vermin fire flood improper installation unauthorized service maintenance negligence unauthorized installation or modification or rental or commercial use Labor service transportation and shi...

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