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DEHUMIDIFIER CARE
Your new dehumidifier is designed to give you many years of dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care for your
dehumidifier. Call your local authorized dealer for an annual cleaning of the dehumidifier.
Cleaning the Air Filter (on some models)
The air filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean filter helps
remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important
for best operating efficiency. Check the filter every 2 weeks to
see whether it needs cleaning.
1. Turn off dehumidifier.
2. Remove bucket.
3. Pull filter down from below front louvers.
4. Pull bottom edge of air filter toward you to clear the bottom of
the dehumidifier.
5. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If air filter is very dirty,
wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not wash air
filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air dry
filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum
efficiency.
6. Slide air filter up into the dehumidifier.
7. Reinstall bucket.
8. Turn on the dehumidifier.
Cleaning the Dehumidifier
Exterior
NOTE: Have an authorized service technician clean and service
the interior coils of your product annually.
1. Turn off dehumidifier.
2. Dust front grille and side panels with a soft brush or the
dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner.
Water Bucket
Every few weeks, rinse the inside of the water bucket with a mild
detergent to avoid growth of mold, mildew and bacteria.
Water Level Float
The dehumidifier has an Empty/Adjust Bucket light and a water
level float. The bucket must be properly aligned for the water
level float and Empty/Adjust Bucket light to work.
NOTE: Be sure float is snapped in place.
A. Water level float
B. Bucket
A
B
