GE AHW30LKG1 Owner's manual

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Safety Instru_tions ........... 2, 3

Operating Instruc_tions

About the Controls

on the Dehumidifier . .......... 4

Automatic Defiost .............. 5

Choosing a Location ............ 5

How the Dehumidifier Operates . . .5

Removing Collected Water ...... 6

Water Level ................... 6

Care and Cleaning

Grille and Case ................ 7

Water Bucket .................. 7

Troubleshooting Tips .......... 8

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ............. 12

Warranty .................... 11

*ENERGY STAR _'_labeled product

ENERGYSTAR

As an ENERGY STAR_ partner, (;E has

determined that this product meets the

ENERGY STAR_ guidelines for energy

eL_iciency.

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

You can find them on a label on the back

of the dehumidifier.

220264A035

AHM30

AHW30

AHH40

AHM40

A HM65 *

49-7558 11-06JR

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.

READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

For your safe_ the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock

or personal injury.

SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

When using this dehumidifier, always follow basic safety precautions, including the following:

[] Use this appliance only for its intended [] Turn the dehmnidifier OFFand unplug it

[]

purpose as described in this Owner's

Manual.

Th[_ dehumidifier mttst be properly

installed and grounded as described

in this manual before it is ttsed.

[]

before cleaning.

GE does not support any servicing of

the dehmnidifier. _¢\b strongly recommend

that you do not at/erupt to setMce the

dehumidifier yourself.

Never operate this 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 fiom the receptacle.

Replace immediately all electric service

cords that have become flayed or otherwise

damaged. A damaged power stq)ply cord

nmst be replaced with a new power supply

cord obtained flom the manufi_cutrer 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.

[]

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 refiigerants,

which under federal law must be removed

prior to product disposal. If you are g>tting

rid of an old product with refiJgerants,

check with the company handling disposal

about what to do.

Do not use outdoors.

This dehumidifier is intended fbr

indoor residential applications only.

This delmmidifier should not be used

fbr commercial or industrial applications.

If the receptacle does not match the plug,

the receptacle must be changed out by a

qualified electrician.

HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove

the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

For personal safety, this appliance must be

properly grounded.

DO NOT use an adapterplug with this appliance.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped

with a 3-prong (gTounding) plug which mates

with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall

outlet to minimize the i)ossibiliry of electric

shock hazard flom this appliance.

Hme the wall outlet and circuit checked bv a

qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is

properly grounded.

Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encounmred,

it is your personal responsibility and obligation

to haxe it tei)laced with a properly gTounded

3-prong wall outlet.

The dehumidifier should always be

plugged into its own individual electrical

oudet, which has a x_ltag> rating matching

the rating plato.

This provides the best per%rmance and also

piexents oxerloading house wiring circuits,

which could cause a fire hazard flom

oxerheated wires.

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USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS

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 absolutely necessa_ T that it be

a UL-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.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

What dehumidifier do you need?

Conditionwithoutdehumidification--

Durin_lwarm andhumidoutdoorconditions

Moderately damp--Space feels damp

and has musty odor only in humid weathe_

Very damp--Space always feels damp and has musty

odo_ Damp spots show on walls or floo_

Wet--Space feels and smells weL Walls or floor sweat,

or seepage is present.

Extremely wet--Laundry drying, wet floor, high-load conditions

Area (in squarefeet)

500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500

AHM30/ AHM30/AHM30/ AHM30/ AHH40/ AHH40/AHH40/

AI_¥30 AHW30 AI_¥30 AHW30 AHM40 AHM40 AHM40

AHM30/ AHM30/AHM30/AHH40/ AHH40/ AHH40/

AI_¥30 AHW30 AI_¥30 AHM40 AHM40 AHM40 AHM65

AHM30/ AHM30/AHH40/ AHH40/ AHH40/

AI_¥30 AHW30 AHM40 AHM40 AHM40 AHM65 AHM65

AHM30/ AHM30/AHH40/ AHH40/

AHW30 AHW30 AHM40 AHM40 AHM65 AHM65 AHM65

Tableindicates recommended GEdehumidifier models, based on the area of the spaceto be dehumidified and the conditions that would exist in that spacewhen a dehumidifier is not

in use. Dehumidification variables also include such other factors as climate, laundry equipment, number of family members, number of doors andwindows and degree and intensity of

areaactivity,

Aboutthecontrolsonthedehumidifier.

Poweron

indicatorlight

\ \_tor light

Power

Continuous Bucketfulllight

operationon indicatesbucket

needstobe

emptied

Continuous

Humidity %

Highfan Normalfan

indicatorlight indicatorlight

ONormal

Controls

O Power Pad

Press to turn the delmmiditier on and off.

Continuous

Select fin" the delmmidifier to

operate continuously at its nmxinmm

delmmidNcation settings until the bucket is

fllll. The Humidity Set (;omrol Pads cannot

be used when (_ontinuous is oil.

Humidity Set Control Pads

Tile lmmidi b' level can be set within a range

of 35% RH (Relative Hmnidity) m 80% RH

(Relative Humidity) in 5% increments.

For drier aii; press the • pad and set to

a lower percent value (%).

For danq)er aii; press the • pad and set

to a higher percent wdue (%).

_&]_en you fiist use the delmmidifiei; set

the lmmidi b' control to 45% or 50%. Mlow

at least 24 hom_ fin" the delmmidifier to

achieve the lmmiditv level. If you still have

damper air than desired, set the lmmiditv

level to a lower setting or select ContintlOtlS

for maxim tun dehumidification.

Fan Speed Pads

Control the thn speed.

Press to select either High or Normalfim

speed.

Set the tim control to High fin" nmxinmm

moisture remowfl. When the lmmiditv

has been reduced and quiet operation is

preferred, set tile thn control to Normal.

0 Oisplalt

Shows the set % lmmiditv level while

setting, then shmvs the actual (+/-5%

accm'acy) room % lmmiditv level.

Error Codes

E1- Humidiw sensor error- Unplug the

unit and l)lug it back in.

E2- Temperature sensor error- Unl)lug

the unit and l)lug it back in.

PI - Unit is defl'osting - Allow the unit time

to autonmticallv deft'est. The error will

clear atter the unit self defl'osts.

P2- Water bucket is fllll - Erupt) the water

bucket and replace, See the Removing

Collected Water section,

OtherFeatures

BUCKET FULLLight

Glo_vs when the bucket is ready to be emptied,

or when the bucket is removed or not replaced

in tile proper position.

Auto Shut Off

The Water I,evel Control Switch shuts off the

delmmidifier when the bucket is filll, or when

the bucket is removed or not replaced in the

proper position.

Auto Defrost

X_q_en frost builds up (m the evaporator coils,

the compressor will Qcle off and the tim will

continue to run until the fl'ost disal)l)eai_.

Power Outage

In the case ota power outage or interruption,

the unit will autonmtically re-start, in the settings

last used, after the power is restored.

Usingthe dehumidifier, gecom

When first using the dehumidifier, operate the unit continuously 24 hours.

How the Dehumidifier Operates Automatic Defrost

Moist, lmmid air is drawn over a cold refrigerated

delmmidif)ing coil. Moisture in the air condenses

on this coil and drains into a bucket (or through

a hose and drain).

Dr}; clean air is drawn through the condenser

where it is heated and discharged out the fl'ont

grille into the room,

It is normal for the surrounding air to become slightly

warmer as the dehumidifier operates.

This wamfing effect flu'ther reduces the relative

humidi_' el the surrom_ding ai_:

&,_]_enfl'ost builds up on the evaporator coils, the

compressor will Q:cle off and the tim will continue

to rtm tmtil the ti'ost disappears.

_,_]_en the coil is defl'osted, the compressor or tim

(depending on model) will automaticallv restart

and dehmnidif)_ng will resume.

Choosinga Location

A dehumidifier operating in a basement will have

little or no effect in drying an ac!jacent enclosed

storage area, such as a closet, mfless there is

adequate circulation of air in and out of the area.

• Donotuseoutdoors.

• rhisdehumidifieris intendedforindoorresidential

applicationsonly.Thisdehumidifiershouldnotbe

usedfor commercialor industrialapplications.

• Placethedehumidifierona smooth,levelfloor

strong enoughto supporttheunit with a full bucket

of water.

• Allowatleast 12-18inchesof airspace on allsides

of theunitfor goodair circulation.

• Placethedehumidifierin anarea where the

temperaturewill notfall below4I°F (5°C).Thecoils

can becomecoveredwith frostat temperatures

below41°F,which mayreduceperformance.

• Usethedehumidifier& cooking,laundry,bathing

and dishwashingareasthat haveexcessive

moisture.NOTE:Placethe dehumidifieraway

from theclothesdryer.

• Usethe dehumidifiertoprevent moisturedamage

anywherebooks or valuablesare stored.

• Usethe dehumidifier& a basementto help prevent

moisturedamage.

• Thedehumidifiermustbe operatedin an enclosed

areato be mosteffective.

• Closeall doors,windows andother outsideopenings

to theroom.

YES NO

NOTE."Thedehumidifierhas rollerstoaid placement,

but it shouldonlybe rolled onsmooth,flat surfaces.

Donot attempttoroll thedehumidifieron carpet or

overobjects.

Usingthe dehumidifier.

Always make sure the water bucket is locked into place on the dehumidifier.

Removing Collected Water

There are 2 ways to remove collected water."

[] Use the bucket "_,_hen tile bucket is removed,

the unit will shut off. Erupt' and replace the

bucket.

4. Secure the nozzle to the back of the unit

with the two screws pro_ided.

[]

NOTE:Supportbucketwith

bothhandswhenempb/ing.

IMPORTANT"Donot usethedrain tubeff using

thebucketto collect water.Whenthe drain tube

isconnected,water will flow through# ontothe

floorinsteadof intothebucket.

NOTES:

• Donotremovethebucket whilethe

dehumidifieris operatingor flit hasjust

stoppedoperating.Thismight causesome

water todrip from thedrainpan.

• Thebucketmustbe in place andsecurely

seatedfor thedehumidifiertooperate.

Use a hose._,%_tercan be automatically

emptied into a floor chain b) attaching tile

mfit's drain robe with nozzle and a garden

water hose (not included).

1. Remove tile bucket ti'om tile fl'ont of

the unit.

2. Remoxe tile plug coxer fl'om tile back of

the refit and store it in a sate location.

3. Insert tile robe through tile hole in tile

back ot the unit and securely press it onto

the comlecmr on the fl'ont ot the refit. Push

tile tube around tile fl'ont connector until

the nozzle is flush with the back ot the refit.

Backofunit

5. Cut (as needed) and thread a garden hose

(not supplied) onto the nozzle and lead it

to the floor drain.

6. Replace tile bucket in tile refit.

NOTE.:Thebucketmustbein place andsecurely

seatedfor thedehumidifiertooperate.

Inserttubethrougl_

holeinbackof unit.

Firmlypressthetube

ontotile frontconnectoE

Frontofunit

Water Level

Tile dehumidifier will ttlrn off' automatically

when tile bucket is flfll, or when tile bucket is

removed or not replaced in tile proper position.

Thebucketmustbe replacedinthe properpositionfor

thedehumidifierto work. Thelightwill be on andthe

dehumidifierwill not runff the bucketis notin the

proper position.

Careand cleaningofthe dehumidifier, ge.com

Turn the dehumidifier off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Grille and Case

Toclean the case:

Use water and a mild detergent. Do not use

bleach or abrasives.

If cabinet paint chips, you can touch it up with

a good grade enamel paint to prevent rust.

Toclean the frontgrille:

Use a w_cuum attachment or brush.

Water Bucket

Toclean:

Every ti_w week% clean the bucket to prevent

growth of mold, mildew and bacteria. Partially fill

the bucket with clean water and add a little mild

detergent. Swish it arotmd in the bucket, empF

and rinse.

NOTE:Do not use a dishwasher to clean the

water bucket.

Toremove:

Remove the bucket and pour any water out.

Toreplace:

Slide the bucket into the dehumidifier

NOTE:Thebucketmustbe inplace and securelyseated

for thedehumidifierto operate.

Air Filter

The air filter behind the ti'ont grille should be

checked and cleaned at least evecv 30 (lm_s or

more often if necessary:

NOTE"O0NOTrinseorput the filter in anautomatic

dishwasher.

To remove:

Grasp the filter edge and pull it out the side.

(]lean the filter with wmm, soapy water: Rinse and

let the filmr dry before replacing it. Do not clean

the filter in a dishwasher,

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CAUTION:DoNoroperetetbedehumidifier

without afilter becausedirt and lint will clogit andreduce

performance.

NOTE:Avoidusinga dishwashertocleanthe filter.

Troubleshootingtips...So etime,,,money!Reviewthechartbelowfirstandyoumaynotneedtocallforservice,

Problem Possible Causes What ToDo

Dehumidifier The dehmnidifier * Make sure the delmmidifier's i)lug is pushed completely

does notstart is unplugged, into the outer.

The fuse is blown/circuit • Check the house fltse/circuit breaker box and replace

breaker is tripped, the fitse or reset the breaker:

Dehumidifier has reached its "The dehumidifier automatically turns off when this

preset level or bucket is full. occurs. Empty the bucket and replace [)roperly:

Bucket is not in the "The bucket must be in place and secm'elv seated tor the

proper position, dehmnidifier to operate.

Power failure. • There is a protective time delay (u l) to 3 minutes) to

prevent tril)ping of the coml)ressor overload. For this

reason, the tufit may not st;art nomml dehtuniclif}'ing

fin" 3 minutes alter it is tin'ned back on.

Dehumidifier does not Did not allow enough time • "_4]/ell filst installed, alh)w ;it least 24 horus to maintnin

dry the airas #should to remove the moisture, the desired dryness.

Airflow is restricted. • Make sm'e there are no curtains, 1)linds or flu'nitm'e

blocking the fl'ont or 1)ack of the dehmnidifiet: See the

Choosinga Locationsection.

The HttmidJty Conlrol may • For drier aii; press the • I)ad aim set to a lower percelat

not be set low enough. \:flue (%) art"press the Continuouspad fin" inaxiln tun

deh ttmidification.

Doors and windows may not • Check that ;ill (loot_, windows and other openings

be dosed tightly, are securely closed.

Clothes dryer may be • ]nstnll the dehtmfidifier away from the dryer;

blowing moisture-laden The dryer should be xented to the outside.

air into the room.

Room temperature "Moisture removal is best ;It higher room teml)eratttres.

is too low. I,ower room temperatures will re(luce the moisttu'e

removal rate. Models are designed to be operated ;it

temperattu'es above 41°F (5°C).

Dehumidifier runs Area to be dehumidified • Refer to the chart below to see if the capacity of your

toomuch is too large, dehtunidifier is adeqttate.

Doors and windows axe open. • Close ;ill (loot_ and windows to the outside.

Frost appears on Dehumidifier has been recently • This is nomml. Frost will usually disapl)ear

the coils tttnaed on, or room temperature within 60 minutes. See the Automatic Defrost section.

is below 41°F (5°C).

Fancannotbe turnedoff

and theNormal orHigh

fanspeed padscannot

be set

The dehumidifier is in the

automatic fan mode. When

the set room humidity level

is reached, the compressor

will turn off mad the fan

will automatically continue

to run for approximately

3 minutes at a fixed setting.

"This is nomml. Wait al)l)roximately 3 minutes and set the

lira to Normalor High;Is desired.

Fan noise Air is moving through • This is nomml.

the dehumidifier.

Water on floor Tube to connector or nozzle • Check the tube t() connector and the nozzle to hose

or hose cmmection may be connections. See the Removing Collected Water section.

loose.

Intend to use the bucket to "Disconnect the drain nozzJe if using the bucket to collect

collect water, but the dxaJn nozzle water: See the Removing Collected Watersection.

is attached.

Et, E2, Pt or P2 appear These are error codes. • See the About the controls on the dehumidifier section.

in thedisplay

Notes.

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GEDehumidifier--One YearLimited Warranty.

Staple your receipt here.

Proofof the original purchase date

is needed to make a warranty claim.

For The Period Of." We Will Replace:

Oue}'ear

Fromthedate ofthe

originalpurchase

Replacement unitfi)r any product which fidls due to a defoct in materials o1"workmanship.

The exchange unit is w;u'r;mted fiw the remainder of your product's original oneuear

warranty period.

In Order to Make a Warranty Claim:

• Properly pack your refit. We recommend using the

original caxton mad packing materials.

• Return the product to the retail location where it

was purchased.

• Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or other

evidence of date of original purchase. Also print your

name and address and a description of the defect.

What Is Not Covered:

• Customer instruction. This owner's manual provides

information rega_dhlg operating hlsa-uctions mad

user controls.

• hnproper h_staJlation, delivery or maintenance. If you

have an installation problem, or if the dehumidifier is of

hnproper dehumidJfyhlg capacity, contact your dealer or

installer. You axe responsible for providing adequate

electrical, plumbh_g and other cmmecthlg facilities.

• Failure of the product restflth_g from modifications to

the product or due to mlreasonahle use, including failure

to provide reasonable and necessary mah_tenm_ce.

• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit

breakers.

• Failure due to corrosion on models not corrosion-

protected.

• Dmnage to the product caused by improper power supply

voltage, accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

• Incidental or consequential dmnage caused by possible

defects with this dehumidifier.

• Da_mage caused after delivery.

EXCLUSION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product exchange as provided in

this Limited Warranty.Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness

for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home

use within the USA.

Some states do not aflow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Toknow what your

legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General

Exclusion of implied warranties: Except where prohibited or restricted by law, them are no warranties, whether

express, oral or statutory which extend beyond the description on the face hereof, including specifically the

implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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