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TIPS ON WHEN TO USE YOUR PORTABLE DEHUMIDIFIER 

 

If you have respiratory problems, asthma and allergies, your Whynter Portable Dehumidifier is a great option for 
controlling moist environments. Creating dry air can keep indoor air pollutants at a more manageable level, espe-
cially when used in conjunction with an air purifier. Using your portable dehumidifier can help you save money in the 
long run because it uses relatively little power and can help furnaces and air conditioners operate more efficiently.  

 

1. 

Excess moisture 

 

Indoor environments with excessive moisture can cause mold and fungus to thrive inside the walls and be-

neath the carpet. Many types of mold are potentially dangerous and can lead to health problems. This Whynter 
Portable Dehumidifier reduces the amount of moisture in the air inside a home, which makes it far more difficult for 
harmful mold to grow. This portable dehumidifier is also effective for a small area, such as a hallway or bedroom. 

 

2. 

Respiratory problems or allergies 

 

This Whynter Portable Dehumidifier which is perfect for larger rooms or areas in your home, including a liv-

ing room or family room. If your home is musty, you will want to use your portable dehumidifier, especially if you 
have respiratory trouble or allergies. This unit can also help relieve symptoms by controlling the relative humidity 
inside your home and a good idea in general if your home has such underlying problems as a leaky foundation walls 
or inadequate ventilation or if you live in a humid area. By keeping the relative humidity indoors below 50 percent, 
you can keep allergy-inducing dust mites and mold from thriving.  

 

3. 

Basements 

 

If you have a basement that is below-grade, you should use your Whynter Portable Dehumidifier. This de-

humidifier will help you keep the moisture levels in your basement down to manageable levels. By doing this, you 
can help keep your indoor furnace operating efficiently and even help eliminate minor standing-water problems. 
Your portable dehumidifier also can help keep furniture and valuables dry, and it will help keep electronics in proper 
working order. 

 

4. 

Humid climates 

 

In humid climates, such as areas near a beach or large body of water, this Whynter Portable Dehumidifier 

can help keep the environment in your home at a more comfortable level. While the actual temperature won't be 
affected, you'll sleep more comfortably and may actually save money, since your unit can keep the indoor humidity 
and, thus, your thermostat under control. 

Summary of Contents for RPD-311DW

Page 1: ...nual carefully before using this product Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference Model RPD 711DWP INSTRUCTION MANUAL WHYNTER ELITE D SERIES ENERGY STAR 70 PINT PORTABLE DEHUMIDIFIER WITH PUMP Service Questions Contact Whynter at 866 WHYNTER Sales Inquiries Contact Sylvane at 1 800 934 9194 ...

Page 2: ... be obtained from your local municipal authority Thank you for choosing the Whynter Portable Dehumidifier Please follow the instructions provided in this user guide to obtain the very best performance from your dehumidifier We trust that your Whynter dehumidifier will provide the performance and reliability that we stand for Your Whynter dehumidifier is designed to remove moisture in the air by co...

Page 3: ... SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 INTRODUCTION TECHNICAL DATA 5 PARTS AND CONTROLS 6 9 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 10 11 WATER DRAINAGE INSTRUCTIONS 12 13 MAINTENANCE 14 TIPS ON WHEN TO USE YOUR PORTABLE DEHUMIDIFIER 15 WARRANTY INFORMATION 18 TROUBLESHOOTING 16 17 ...

Page 4: ... adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker have a qualified electrician install an outlet that is appropriate to local electrical codes and requirements Do not use multiple socket or of an extension cord as it may overheat and become a risk of fire Make sure the power plug is clean before usage Do not turn this appliance on and off by plugging and unplugging Always u...

Page 5: ... from your dehumidifier Do not cover the air intake and outlet Do not place the appliance in front of curtains or drapes to ensure they do not obstruct the air intake Keep curtains blinds or drapes closed during the sunniest part of the day Close all windows and doors Indoor relative humidity should ideally be kept between 35 RH and 60 RH depending on the ambient temperature Make sure the applianc...

Page 6: ...nuous Gravity Drain hose 2 16 5 ft pump drain hose 3 Power Cord Buckle Power Cord Buckle Installation For easy storage install the power cord buckle to the rear of the unit Once installed the power cord can be wrapped using the buckle for safe storage ...

Page 7: ...uminate after approximately 250 hours of operation To reset after cleaning the filter press the Filter button and the light will turn off 4 Continuous Button Press to activate the Continuous dehumidifying operation The Continuous indicator light will come on when this mode is selected To stop continuous operation press the Continuous CONT Button and set the desired RH per centage value to resume n...

Page 8: ...y pressing the and buttons Once Timer Delay Switch On is placed press the Timer button again to activate Auto stop function and the Timer OFF light will come on Set the desired time delay OFF hours by pressing the and buttons When the delay time set has elapsed the appliance switches off To cancel the delayed switch off function set the time to 00 or turn off the appliance 6 Humidity Timer Control...

Page 9: ...Display The display screen shows a number of different indications depending on the selection function Shows the set relative humidity level from 35 RH to 85 RH Once the RH is set the set RH will stay on the display for about 5 seconds then it will revert back to current RH Shows Auto Start and Auto Stop time from 0 0 hour to 24 hours After the option settings are completed the display shows the a...

Page 10: ...i and spores WARNING NEVER OPERATE THE DEHUMIDIFIER WITHOUT THE FILTER START OPERATION 1 Ensure that the appliance is connected to the power socket 2 Make sure the drain bucket is placed in proper position 3 Make sure filter is installed Fig 1 4 When the unit is turned on for the first time if the bucket full lamp lights up just pull out the drain bucket then push it back to the proper position Fi...

Page 11: ... maximum performance Allow at least 10 of air space on all sides of the appliance for good air circulation and 20 or more above the appliance NOTE Dehumidifiers working in a basement will have little or no effect on adjacent enclosed rooms such as closets unless there is enough circulation of air in and out of the enclosed area If the appliance has been switched off and needs to be switched on aga...

Page 12: ...ain bucket is restored in its correct position If the unit was turned off prior to the removal of the drain bucket press the Power button to restore operation When you remove the drain bucket do not touch any inside parts of the unit Doing so may damage the product and result to injury Be sure to push the drain bucket gently all the way into the unit Banging the bucket against anything or failing ...

Page 13: ...he drain bucket is full NOTE The Pump Indicator Light will flash when there is a failure in the pump operation Please turn off the unit and unplug the power cord and check the following points Clean the pump filter remove the drain bucket from the unit pull down the pump filter and clean See Fig 9 Check the pump drain hose for kinks or obstructions Reinstall the pump filter and drain bucket proper...

Page 14: ...he bucket in a dishwasher 3 Cleaning the air filter To ensure the air intake is filtered properly and to assure that your dehumidifi er runs efficiently it is recommended to clean the air filter at least once every two weeks Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose dust and dirt Rinse the air filter under warm or cold running water no hotter than 100F Dry thoroughly before re...

Page 15: ...ur home is musty you will want to use your portable dehumidifier especially if you have respiratory trouble or allergies This unit can also help relieve symptoms by controlling the relative humidity inside your home and a good idea in general if your home has such underlying problems as a leaky foundation walls or inadequate ventilation or if you live in a humid area By keeping the relative humidi...

Page 16: ...laced in a space that does not restrict air flowing into the rear coil or out of the front grille Set the RH level and the appliance will stop when the set RH is reached The dehumidifier runs but the room is not dry enough Humidity setting RH is too high The dehumidifier does not have sufficient clearance to operate Room temperature is too low Windows or doors are opened Set the humidity level to ...

Page 17: ...u want to remove more moisture set the unit on Continuous operation Empty drain bucket and insert the bucket to the appliance properly The pump indicator light blinks Water pump filter is dirty Water pump drain hose is ob structed or kinked Clean the filter of the pump Make sure that the water pump drain hose is not obstructed Water on floor Drain bucket is not installed properly Drain hose connec...

Page 18: ...he care and special handling provisions in the instructions Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear Damage caused by repairs or alterations to the product by anyone other than authorized by the manufacturer Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIM...

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