Kenmore 580.5145 - Manual (Page 10)

TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem^
Dehumidifier
does not start The dehutnidifier power • Make sure the dehumidifier plug is pushed
cord is unplugged completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown or circuit • Check the house fuse or circuit breaker box
breaker is tripped. and replace the fuse or reset the breaker
Water bucket is full • The dehumidifier automatically turns off
,, when this occurs Empty the bucket.
Bucket is not installed. • Make sure a bucket in the right place
Dehumidifier
does not dry the
air as it should
Did not allow enough time • When first installed, allow at least 3 or 4
to remove the moisture. days to maintain the desired dryness.
Airflow is restricted. • Make sure there are no curtains, blinds or
furniture blocking the front or back of the
dehumidifier.
The Humidity Control may • Press the Humidity Control button to
not be set low Humidity. lower the humidity.
Doors and windows may • Check that all doors, windows and other
not be closed tightly. openings are securely closed.
Clothes dryer may be blowing • Install the dehumidifier away from the dryer,
moisture-laden air into the room. The dryer should be vented to the outside.
Room temperature is too • The unit will not operate satisfactorily if the
low. room temperature is below 65“F. (IS'C.)
Dehumidifier runs
too much
Area to be dehumidified is • Check with your dealer to see if the capacity
too large. is adequate
Doors and windows are open. • Close all doors and windows to the outside.
Frost appears on
the coils
Dehumidifier has been • This is normal. Frost will usually disappear
recently turned on or room within 60 minutes,
temperature is below 65°F.
(18*C.).
Fan noise
*
Air is moving through the • This is normal,
dehumidifier.
Water on floor
Bucket drain hose • Check the hose if one is attached,
connection may be loose.
Water bucket is not all the • See the Removing and Emptying The Water
way in. Bucket.
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