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gO.COrn Safety Instruc_tions ........... 2, 3 aHw3ou Operating Instruotions About the Controls on the Dehumidifier ........... Automatic Deflost .............. AHH401_* 4 5 Choosing a Location ............ 5 How the Dehumidifier Operates . . .5 Installing the _v\ater Bucket ....... 6 Removing Collected _Aater . ..... 6 V\ater Level ................... 6 Care and Air Filter Cleaning ..................... 7 Cleaning the Coil .............. Grille and Case ................ *Aater Bucket .................. 7 7 7 Troubleshooting 8 Consumer Consumer Warranty *ENERGY Tips .......... Support Support ............ .................... STAR ('_ labeled 12 11 product ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR_ partner, GE has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR_ guidelines fin" energy efticiency. Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # Serial # You can find of the them dehumidifier on a label behind on the back the bucket. 3828A20315T 49-7532 11-05JR iMPORTANT SAFETY iNFORMATiON. READALLiNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safetg the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injurg SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using this dehumidifier, always follow basic safe_ precautions, including the following: [] Turn the dehumidifier OFFand unplug before making any' repairs or cleaning. [] Use this appliance only fbr its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. it [] GE does not support any servicing of the dehumidifier. _¢\%strongly recommend that you do not at/erupt to seiMce the dehumidifier yourself. [] Th[_ dehumidifier mttst be properly irLstalled and grounded as described in this manual before it is ttsed. [] Never operate tlfis dehumidifier in an area that is likely to accumulate standing water. If this condition de_lops, for your safety disconnect the power supply' before stopping into the wamr. [] Never unplug y'our dehumidifier by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out flom the receptacle. [] Replace immediately all electric service cords that have become flaved or otherwise [] For your safety, do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. [] All dehumidifiers con rain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior rid of check about to product disposal. If you are g>tting an old product with refl_igerants, with the company handling disposal what to do. damaged. A damaged power supply cord nmst be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained flom the manufi_cturer and not repaired. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end. HOWTOCONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safely, this appliance must be properly grounded. _]lere a 2-piong wall outlet is encounmred, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly gTounded 3-prong wall outlet. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard flom this appliance. The dehumidifier should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet, which has a xoltag> rating matching the rating plato. Hme the wall outlet and circuit qualified properly 2 electrician grounded. checked by a to make sure the outlet is This provides the best per%rmance and also piexents oxerloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire hazard flom ox erheated wires. ge.com USEOFEXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolumly necessa_ T that it be a Ui,-lismd, 14 gauge, 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 195 volts. USEOFADAPTER PLUGS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if you must use an adapter, where local codes permit, a temporary connection may be made to a properly grounded 9-i)rong wall outlet 1)y use of a Ui,-lismd adapter available at most local hardware stores. The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord. When disconnecting the power cord fiom the adapter, always hold the adaptor in place with one hand while pulling the power cord plug with the other hand. If this is not done, the adaptor ground mrmina] is very likely to break with repeated use. If the adapter ground terminal 1)reaks, DO NOT USE the dehumidifier until a proper ground has been established. Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, not insulated, and the waft outlet is grounded through the house wiring. Youshould have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. READANDFOLLOW THISSAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS About on the dehumidifier. the controls • High Bucket Full Fan Humidity Control Controls O POWER Pad Press to mrn the O dehmnidifier on and off, FAN SPEEDPad Controls Press HUMIDITY CONTROLPads The lmmidi_' of 35% lexel RH can be set within (Relafixe (Relatixe Hmnidit)) For ai_, press Hmnidity) tim moisture RH been in 5% increments, a lower percent the xflue • pad and damper to a higher, reduced the • pad and set 24 hem5 achieve damper level fin" the the humidity air than to a lower the the quiet tim maMm operation control um hmniditv to has is LOW, dehumidifier level. desired, If you set the HUMIDITY LEVELDISPLAY Displa)s percent Its accuracy xal ue (%). When vou first use the dehumidifier; set the hmniditv control to 45% or 50%. Mlow at least and set HIGH fin" When (%). ai_; press I)ercent .... to speed. set to O For control remowfl. preferred, drier tim speed, to set to HIGH or LOWfim Set the a range to 70% the to still have O hmnidit) is (+/- lexel. 5%). BUCKETFULLLED Indicates fill lexel. presence of bucket and its humidity setting. OtherFeatures BUCKETFULLLight Power Outage Glows when the bucket is ready to be emptied, or when the bucket is removed or not replaced in the proper position. If a power outage tmI)lugged, the Switch shuts off the dehumidifier when the bucket is fifll, or when the bucket is removed or not replaced in the proper position. Mso, when the bucket is out of position, the refit will beep 3 times. Auto Defrost X4]_en frost builds up on the cooling coils, the compressor will cycle off' tmtil the frost disappears. The tim continues to run. 4 or if the in the displa> the HgMIOID'CONrBOL t,, the refit its prior was setting. dehumidifier operating confinuousl B but a specific level is not set. You will need to reset Auto Shut Off The XAater I,e\'el Control Note:If ON is occmTed refit will display desired hmnidity the level. Auto Restart Once power is restored after a power outage, the refit automatically resumes operation alter a 2 minute delay: is Usingthe dehumidifier, ge.com When first using the dehumidifier, operate the unit continuously 24 hours. How the Dehumidifier Operates Moist, lmmid air is drawn over a cold refiigerated delmmidif)'ing coil. Moisture in the air condenses on this coil and drains into a bucket (or through the bucket into a hose and drain). Condenser Humidib/sensor Humid air in E¢.,.,._,/___/._/vaporator i E,.,. Dry, clean air is drawn through the condenser where it is heated and discharged out the ti'ont grille into the room. It is normal for the surrounding air to become slightly warmer as the dehumidifier operates. " (Y eftect "" " This"S wamm% fm'ther reduces humidi_ of the SmTom_ding ai_: the relatixe Dry air out Gardenhoseconnector Bucket Compressor Choosing a Location A dehmnidifier little or storage oi)erating in a basement no effect area, adequate in drying such an a(!jacent as a closet, ciretflafion tmless of air in and will have YES NO enclosed there out is of the area. • Place the dehumidifier on a smooth, level floor strong enough to support the unit with a full bucket of water. • Allowatleast 12-18inches of airspace on allsides of the unit for good air circulation. 12 18" rain. • Place the dehumidifierin an area where the temperaturewill not fall below 65°F(18°C).Thecoils can become covered with frost at temperatures below 65°F,which may reduce performance. • Use the dehumidifierin cooking,laundrg,bathing and dishwashingareas that have excessive moisture./VOTE:Placethe dehumidifieraway from the clothes dryer. • Use the dehumidifierto prevent moisturedamage anywhere books or valuablesare stored. NOTE"Thedehumidifierhas rollers to aid placement, but it shouldonly be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces. Do not attempt to roll the dehumidifieron carpet or over objects. • Use the dehumidifierin a basementto help prevent moisture damage. • Thedehumidifiermust be operatedin an enclosed area to be most effective. • Closeall doors, windows and other outside openings to the room. Automatic Defrost When buildtq_ the on dehmnidifier the ewq_orator shut off the compressor to rtm to draw air across control coil, senses fl'ost it will automatically The tim will continue the coil and melt the fl'ost. "X4hen the coil is defl'osted, the compressor will automaficall) restrict and dehmnidif}'ing will resume. Usingthe dehumidifier. Always make sure the water bucket is locked into place on the dehumidifier. Removing Collected Water There are 3 ways to remove collected water'. [] Use the bucket. _q_en the bucket the unit will shut off. Erupt)and bucket. [] Use a hose. Water can be automatically is remoxed, replace the [] Use a floor drain. The unit can also be placed oxer a floor drain. Using a ddll, make a hole at the end of the nozzle located on the lower left side of the bucket. Drill emptied into a floor drain by attaching a water hose (not included) to the bucket hose nozzle. Using a (lcill, make a hole at the end of the nozzle located on the lower lett side ot the bucket. Attach a water hose to the bucket nozzle. Fasten bv hand only. Drill hole: Attach hose: NOTE." Thenozzlecannot be fixed after puncture. Use an ordinary garden hose cap (notincluded) to reclose if necessan/ NOTE:Avoid using mechanicaltools to tighten the water hoseto the bucket nozzle.Thismay damagethe threads on the nozzle. Nozzle Hose NN_ Installing the Water Bucket IJfl the bucket and hook the slots on each side Make sure the bucket is locked securely in place by pressing down on the ul)per back edge of the bucket. It will be firefly seated when properly installed. onto the posts on the back of the dehumidifie_; The bucket should lock securely in place. _\ Post Water Level The dehumidifier when the bucket removed will mrn off automatically is flfll, or when the bucket or not replaced in the proper is position. The bucket must be replaced in the proper position for the dehumidifier to work. The light will be on and the dehumidifier will not run if the bucket is not in the proper position. Careand cleaning of the dehumidifier, Turn the dehumidifier ge.com off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning. Grille and Case Toclean the case: Use water and a mild detergent. bleach or abrasives. Do not use To clean the front grille: Use a w_cuum attachment or brush. If cabinet paint chips, you can touch it up with a good grade enamel paint to prevent i_ust. Air Filter The air filter is on the back of the dehumidifiex; It should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary. NOTE: O0 NOT rinse or put the filter in an automatic dishwasher. CAUTION: DO NO T operate the dehumidifier without the filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance. ,,3 NOTE:Avoidusinga dishwasher to clean the filter. Toremove: Iqex the filter at the lower fight corner and slide the upper right side to the left. Release all of the tabs and _emox'e the filte_; Wash it in warn/soap)' water Rinse and let the filter dry befiwe repladng it. Toreplace: Hold the place the Slide the the other filter with the middle tab at the top and bottom cff the filter in the filter hook. side filter tabs into the side slots and press three tabs into their slots. Cleaning the Coil _Mter removing the air tilte_; clean the coil with a soft brush when the soil is soft and wet. NOTE:Do not allow water to enter the electrical/machine compartmentthrough the circular opening behind the coil. Do notspray thecoil with a hose. Water Bucket E\'et T few wee]<% cinse the inside of the water bucket with a mild detergent to prevent gro\_h of mold, mildew and bacteria. NOTE:Avoid using a dishwasher to clean the water bucket. 7 Troubleshootingtips... Troubleshootingtips Save time and money] Problem Possible Causes Dehumidifier The does is maplugged, not start dehmnidifier The fuse breaker * Make is blown/circttit does not itshould has level reached or bucket Bucket is not proper position, the • Check is tripped, preset sure into Dehumidifier Dehumidifier dry the airas What To Do its the house filse or reset • The dehumidifier occm's. fuse/circuit the is pushed completely breaker the bucket turns and • _,_]_en fix_t installed, the desired dryness. Airflow • Make sure blocking there the allow are no fl'ont and replace curtains, this prol_erly. section. at least or back off when replace Installing the Water Bucket Did not allow enough time to remove the moisture, box breaker; automatically Empty • See the is restricted. plug dehunfidifier's the is full. in the the outlet. 24 houi_ blinds of the to maintain or flu'niture dehumidifie_: See the Choosinga Location section. The HmnidJty Control not be set low enough, Doors and windows be closed tightly, Clothes blowing air into • Press the h umidi_' may may not • Check that are securely dryer may be moisture-laden the room. Room temperature is too Humidity Control setting. all (loo_, closed. Area to be is too large, Doors Frostappears on the coils removal • ReiFr Air the Water Bucket 65°F m'e open. • Close connection Water bucket to the chart openings the dryer: outside. at higher room temperatures. will reduce the moisture is designed to be operated 65°F below other the at (l 8°C). to see if the capacity of yore" is adequate. all (loo_ and windo_vs to the outside. • This is natural. Frost will usually disappear within 60 minutes. See the Automatic Defrost section. (18°C). is moving through dehumidifier. drain is best above dehumidifier Dehumidifier has been recently turned on or room temperature Fan noise on floor dehumidified and • Moisture I,ower room temperatures remowfl rate. This trait and windows is below windows dehumidifier away fl'om should be xented to the temperatures too much pad to lower • Install the The drxer low. Dehumidifierruns • • This hose may is nomml. • Check be the hose if one is attached. loose. is not • See the Installingthe Water Bucket section. all of the way h_. What dehumidifier de you need? Conditionwithout dehumidification-During warm and humid outdoorconditions 500 1000 Area (in square feet) 1500 2000 2500 3000 Moderately damp--Space feels damp and has musty odor only in humid weathe_ AI_¥30 AI_¥30 AHW30 AHW30 AHH40 AHH40 Very damp--Space always feels damp and has musty odo_ Damp spots show on walls or floo_ AHOY30 AHOY30 AHW30 AHH40 AHH40 AHH40 Wet--Space feels and smells wet. Wails or floor sweat, or seepage is present. AHOY30 AHOY30 AHH40 AHH40 AHH40 AHGS0 Extremely wet--Laundry AI_¥30 AI_¥30 AHH40 AHH40 AHGS0 AHGS0 8 drying, wet floor, high-load conditions Table indicates recommended GEdehumidifier models, based on the area of the space to be dehumidified and the conditions that would exist in that space when a dehumidifier is net in use. Dehumidification variables also include such other factors as climate, laundryequipment, number ef family members, number of doors and windows and degree and intensity of area activity. Notes. rJ_ I rJ_ m €_ w w u_ m _Ah 9 m _ Notes_ €_ Q_ m I _o €_ m m Q_ €_ 10 GEDehumidifier--One YearLimited Warranty. Proof the receipt original here. purchase date is needed to make a warranty claim. Staple ofyour For The Period Of'. We Will Replace: One }'ear From the date of the originalpurchase Replacement The unR fi)r auy product exchauge warrauty uuit is warrauted which fi)r the fifils due to a (leibct relnaiuder of your ill inatelJals or w_)rklnauship. product's ofigiual oue-vear a copy of the sales period, In Order to Make a Warranty Claim: • Properly original 1 Return was pack your caxton refit. We recommend and packing the product to the ush_g the • Include materials. retail in the evidence location where nmne it package of date and address of original and purchase. a description receipt Also or other print your of the defect. purchased. What Is Not Covered: • Customer instruction. information regaxdhlg user controls. • hnproper have h_staJlation, ml installation of hnproper or hlstaller. electrical, • Failure This Owner's operating delivery dehmnidJfyhlg of the product or due provide reasonable • Replacement of house of circuit breakers. mid or maintenance. or if the capacity, You are responsible product provides • Failure problem, plumbh_g Mmmal hlslructions mid contact your for providing other restflth_g to m_reasonable com_ecthlg from dealer adequate modifications failure to corrosion or resetting on models not corrosion-protected. is facilities. use including mad necessary If you dehmnidJfier due fuses • Dmnage voltage, to the product accident, fire, caused floods by improper power supply or acts of God. • Incidental or consequential dmnage defects with this dehumidifier. caused by possible to the to • Damage caused after delivery. maJntenm_ce. 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