USE THE CHART BELOW TO DETERMINE OPERATIONAL ISSUES THAT MAY
NEED SERVICE
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
Power cord is unplugged
Verify that outlet is working, and that
plug is firmly plugged into the outlet
Blown fuse or circuit breaker
Check and replace/reset circuit breaker
water tank is full
Empty water tank and replace
Dehumidifier
does not start
Water tank is not installed
properly
Verify that water tank is installed
properly
Unit was not allowed enough
time to remove moisture
Allow at least 3-4 days to maintain a
desired dryness level.
Airflow is restricted
Make sure intake louvers aren't blocked,
and have proper clearances
Doors and windows may not
be closed tightly
Check that doors, windows, and other
openings are securely closed.
Humidity may be entering the
room via other sources I. E.
Clothes dryer, etc.
Look for sources of Humidity and correct
if necessary
Dehumidifier
does not dry the
air as well as it
should
Ambient temperature to low
or too high
This is normal. Protection circuits in the
unit prevent operating the unit under
unfavorable conditions.
Fan Noise
Air is moving through the
Dehumidifier
This is normal
Tank Drain hose may be
loose
Check hose connection and tighten if
necessary
Water leakage
Water Tank not installed
properly
See removing and emptying the water
tank on page 7.
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