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CARE & MAINTENANCE:
IMPORTANT:
Turn the dehumidifier off and remove the plug from
the wall outlet before cleaning.
CLEANING THE GRILLE AND CASE:
• Use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach
or abrasives.
• 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.
• The air intake and outlet grilles get soiled easily, so use a vacuum
attachment or brush to clean.
CLEANING THE RESERVOIR:
Every few weeks, clean the reservoir to prevent growth of mold,
mildew and bacteria. Partially fill the reservoir with clean water
and add a little mild detergent. Swish it around in the reservoir,
empty and rinse.
NOTE:
Do not use a dishwasher to clean the reservoir. After clean
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ing, the reservoir must be in place and securely seated for the
dehumidifier to operate.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
Clean the filter every two weeks based on normal operating con
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ditions.
1 .
Remove the reservoir.
2 .
Pull filter downwards (Figure 11).
3 .
Wash the filter with clean water then dry. Re-install the filter,
replace the reservoir.
CAUTION: DO NOT
operate the dehumidifier without a filter be
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cause dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance.
BEFORE STORING OR NOT USING A UNIT
FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME:
• After turning off the unit, wait one day before emptying the res
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ervoir, as some excess water that has accumulated on the coils
may need time to condense and drain into the reservoir.
• Clean the main unit, water reservoir and air filter.
• Wrap the cord and bundle it with the band (Figure 3). Cover the
unit with a plastic bag.
• Store the unit upright in a dry, well-ventilated place.
CAUTION: NEVER STORE UNIT LYING DOWN OR UPSIDE-DOWN.
Fig. 11
Fig. 12