PerfectAire 3PAD11 User manual

Brand
PerfectAire
Model
3PAD11
Category
Dehumidifiers
Type
User manual
Perfect Aire, LLC
5151 Belt Line Rd.
Suite 878
Dallas, TX 75254
Distributed by:
844-4PA-AIRE | 844-472-2473
www.perfectaire.us
DEHUMIDIFIER
FOR MODEL:
3PAD11
Before using your dehumidifier, please
read this manual carefully and keep it for
future reference, along with your receipt.
Specification and performance data is subject to change without notice.
Printed in China
PA/User_3PAD11/10102017
USER MANUAL
For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual and complete the following:
Model Number: _____________________________________ Serial Number: _______________________________________
Purchase Date: ____________________________________ Store Purchased: _____________________________________
Installation Date: ___________________________________ Installation Co.: _______________________________________
Installer Name: _____________________________________ Installer Phone No.: ___________________________________
CONSUMER PRODUCT INFORMATION
CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL 3PAD11
POWER 115V~60Hz
MOISTURE REMOVAL 11 Pints/Day (80°F, 60% RH)
CURRENT CONSUMPTION 1.9 A
BUCKET CAPACITY 4.86 Pints
REFRIGERANT CHARGE R-134A/2.8 oz. (80 g)
UNIT SIZE (W x H x D) 9 x 15 x 9 in.
WEIGHT 19 lbs
OPERATING TEMPERATURE 41°F – 90°F (5°C – 32°C)
The design and specications of the dehumidier
are subject to change without prior notice for
product improvement. Contact Perfect Aire
Consumer Services at 844-472-2473 for details.
Electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste.
Please dispose of unit in accordance
with local electronic recycling laws.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................1
IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS ...........................................................3
CONTROL PANEL .............................................................................3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................................4
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................6
IF A PROBLEM OCCURS ..................................................................6
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................... 7
CONTENTS
!
CAUTION
• Contact an authorized service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.
• If necessary, contact an installer for installation of this unit.
• The dehumidier is not intended for use by young children without supervision. Young children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the dehumidier.
• Disabled persons may require assistance with set up and usage.
• If the power cord is to be replaced, replacement work should be performed by authorized personnel only.
• Installation and repair work must be performed in accordance with the national wiring standards by authorized
personnel only.
This manual provides the information needed for proper use and maintenance of
this dehumidier. Basic preventative care can help extend the life of this unit. The
“Troubleshooting” section in this manual contains a chart with possible solutions to the
most common problems. Referring to this section may save time and prevent the need
for a service call in the event of a problem.
NOTE: All the illustrations in this manual are for explanation purposes only. Unit purchased may be slightly dierent.
NOTE: The design and specications of the dehumidier are subject to change without prior notice for product
improvement. Contact Consumer Services at 844-472-2473 for details.
1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNINGS
DO NOT fold the power cord as
shown below.
Make sure the plug is placed rmly
and completely into the socket.
DO NOT use multiple sockets as
shown below.
Make sure the plug is clean. (Remove
any debris with a DRY cloth.)
After turning the unit o, please take
plug out of the socket.
NEVER handle the plug with
wet hands.
CAUTIONS
DO NOT place anything on top of
the unit.
DO NOT place anything over the air
inlet or outlet grilles.
DO NOT let children play by or with
the unit.
DO NOT get any liquid on
the machine.
Keep ammable gas/oil away from
the machine.
Have professionals do all servicing.
READ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed.
Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage.
2
CAUTIONS
DO NOT pull on the power cord so as not to break the
cord, as this leads to danger.
DO NOT use inset, oil or paint spray around the machine
as this may cause damage to the plastic parts or start
a re.
In order to avoid shaking, noise, and water leakage,
DO NOT place the machine on an uneven ground.
Always keep the unit 8 inches (30 cm) away from the
wall to dissipate the heat properly.
8 in.
It is dangerous to put anything into the machine.
Close all open windows to reach the maximum
possible eciency for moisture removal.
Keep the machine away from heat sources.
When moving or putting unit in storage, DO NOT place
the dehumidier on its side or upside down; avoid
violently shaking the dehumidier.
3
IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS
CONTROL PANEL
NOTE: All of the pictures in the manual are for explanation purposes only. The actual unit you purchased may be slightly
dierent, but the operations and functions are the same.
Handle
Control
Panel
Water
Bucket
Filter
(found behind
the grille)
Air
Outlet
Grille
Air Inlet
Grille
Continuous
Drainage Outlet
with Cover & Gray
Rubber Plug
WHAT IS THE “FLOAT”?
Inside the bucket, on the left side, is an “arm” mechanism that wobbles. This piece is called
the “oat.” DO NOT remove it from the bucket. If it is removed, the bucket will overow.
HUMIDITY SET KEY
To set the humidity, press the key (
) to select the desired setting.
The sequence is: 60%
50% 40% CONTINUOUS (
)
60%
NOTE: If you have set the humidity to CONTINUOUS mode (
), the unit will operate continuously
rather than cycling on/o based on a set humidity. The fan runs continuously on this unit.
BUCKET FULL INDICATOR
When the bucket is full, bucket
full indicator will illuminate and
the dehumidier will cycle o
until the bucket is emptied and
returned to its proper position.
DEFROST INDICATOR
When frost builds up on the
evaporator coils, this light will
illuminate and the compressor will
cycle o (fan will remain on). Once
defrosting is complete, the unit will
automatically resume operation.
POWER
On/O
4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING OPERATION
1. Ensure that the unit is connected to a power socket.
2. Make sure the water tank is placed in the proper position. (After plugging in the machine for the rst time, if the
“Bucket Full” light (
) illuminates, pull out the bucket using both hands and then push it back into the proper position.
3. Press the POWER button (
) to turn on the machine. Then press (
) to select humidity setting.
4. If the humidity in the room is greater than the humidity you have set, the machine will begin to remove moisture from
the air. When the humidity in the room reaches the set humidity, the compressor will cycle o.
5. When the humidity in the room rises and becomes greater than the set humidity again, the compressor will cycle
back on.
NOTE: If you have set the humidity to CONTINUOUS (
), the unit will operate continuously and not cycle on/o based
on a set humidity.
WHEN “DEFROST” LIGHT ILLUMINATES
When operating in low temperatures (less than 54°F), the surface of the evaporator inside the unit will accumulate frost
and aect the eciency of the dehumidier. When this happens, the machine will automatically go into periodic defrost
mode. This is indicated by the illumination of the “Defrost” light (
). This is normal.
Defrost time may vary.
If you notice the dehumidier freezing up more than usual, turn the unit o for a few hours to defrost. Then restart.
The unit will operate in room temperatures as low as 41°F. It is not recommended that the dehumidier be used in room
temperatures below 41°F.
NOTE: While in automatic defrost mode, the fan inside the unit will continue to run to aid with defrosting.
WHEN 40%, 50%, 60% FLASH NON-STOP
This is a Humidistat Sensor Error.
• Check that the lter is clean.
• Check that nothing is obstructing the air inlet/outlet.
• Make sure the room temperature is within range.
• Unplug the unit for 10 minutes to reset the sensors.
For further assistance, contact Consumer Services at 844-472-2473
5
REMOVING THE COLLECTED WATER: 2 OPTIONS
OPTION 1: USE THE BUCKET
WHEN THE “BUCKET FULL” LIGHT ILLUMINATES:
When the water tank is full, the “Bucket Full” (
) light will illuminate and the
dehumidier will cycle o. Remove the water tank and empty the water, holding the
tank with both hands. Once empty, place the water tank back into its proper position
and the machine will cycle back on.
OPTION 2: CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE
Water can be automatically emptied into a oor drain by attaching a PVC hose
(not included) to the dehumidier. If choosing this option, use a PVC hose with
1/2 in. (13 mm) inner diameter. It is recommended that the hose is no longer
than 6 ft.
1. Unscrew and remove drain cover (Fig. A) and pull out gray rubber plug
(Fig. B) from drainage outlet and place them in the bucket for storage. (Be
sure the bucket is properly pushed back into its original location. If it is not
properly in place, the unit will not operate.)
2. Connect the PVC hose to the drain outlet (Fig. C), making sure it is securely
and completely pushed onto the outlet.
3. Power the unit on and select the desired humidity setting for continuous
draining to start.
NOTE: CONTINUOUS mode (
– described on page 3) and continuous
draining (described on this page) are dierent. You do not need to be on
CONTINUOUS mode (
) to utilize the continuous draining function.
NOTES:
• A hose length of no more than 6 ft. is recommended as the hose must allow
water to continuously travel downward into the drain.
• Make sure the hose is secure to avoid leakage.
• Direct the hose down toward the drain, making sure that there are no kinks
that will stop the water ow.
• Place the end of the hose into the drain and make sure the end of the hose
is level or down to let the water ow smoothly. Never let the drain hose go
upward against gravity.
Remove and grab the
water tank with both
hands when emptying.
Drain Outlet
BACK OF UNIT
Drain Outlet
Drain Cover
Rubber Plug
(Gray Piece)
Rubber Plug
(Gray Piece)
PVC Hose
(not included)
FIG. A
FIG. B
FIG. C
CORRECT HOSE SETUP INCORRECT HOSE SETUP
6
CARE & MAINTENANCE
IF A PROBLEM OCCURS
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE DEHUMIDIFIER
TURN THE DEHUMIDIFIER OFF AND REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE CLEANING.
1. CLEAN THE GRILLE AND CASE
• Use a damp cloth with water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives.
• Do not splash water directly onto the main unit. Doing so may cause electrical shock, cause the insulation to
deteriorate, or cause the unit to rust.
• The air intake and outlet grilles get soiled easily; use a vacuum attachment or brush to clean.
2. CLEAN THE BUCKET
Clean the bucket every few weeks to prevent growth of mold, mildew and bacteria.
• Remove the bucket and clean it in an area away from the dehumidier to avoid splashing water onto/in the unit.
• Partially ll the bucket with clean water and add a small amount of mild detergent. Swish it around in the bucket,
empty and rinse.
NOTE: DO NOT use a dishwasher to clean the bucket. After cleaning the bucket, it must be securely in place for the
dehumidier to operate.
3. CLEAN THE AIR FILTER
For optimal performance and eciency, clean the lter every two weeks.
• Remove the water bucket and carefully tilt the unit back slightly (at an angle of
approximately 15°). The lter is located behind the front grille and can be pulled
down gently to remove.
• Clean the lter with a vacuum cleaner or wash the lter with clean water, then dry
thoroughly before reinserting.
• Put the clean air lter back in place and return the water bucket to its proper position
before plugging the unit back in and powering it on.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate the dehumidier without a lter because dirt and lint will clog
the unit and reduce performance.
PROLONGED PERIODS OF NON-USE
• Clean the main unit, water bucket and air lter and let dry completely.
• Cover the unit with a plastic bag.
• Store the unit upright in a dry, well-ventilated place.
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE DEHUMIDIFIER YOURSELF! This is not only very dangerous, but will also immediately void
your warranty.
If a problem occurs, unplug the machine and consult the troubleshooting section of this user manual. If additional
assistance is needed, please contact Perfect Aire Consumer Services at 844-472-2473.
Air Filter
15°
7
TROUBLESHOOTING
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE, PLEASE REVIEW THE CHART BELOW
ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSES
UNIT DOES NOT START
• Make sure the dehumidier’s plug is pushed completely into the outlet.
• Check the fuse/circuit breaker box in your home.
• The bucket is full and needs to be emptied.
• The water bucket is not in the proper position.
DEHUMIDIFIER’S
BUCKET FULL LIGHT
IS ILLUMINATED EVEN
THOUGH BUCKET IS
EMPTY
• Verify drain plug is not removed from back of unit if using bucket to collect water.
• Check oat switch (inch length tab in top of unit behind bucket) to ensure it is not cracked,
broken or stuck. The switch is located on the right side behind the bucket when you are
facing the unit.
• Check that unit is level and the lter, vents and bucket are thoroughly clean.
• Ensure oat is snapped properly into place inside the bucket. (See page 3 for description of
“oat” piece.)
• Unplug unit for at least 5 minutes. Plug unit back in. Remove bucket, then re-insert, making
sure bucket is securely in place. Turn unit on.
DEHUMIDIFIER NOT
DRAWING WATER
• Be sure unit is not too large or too small for the area of the room.
• Allow enough time for unit to remove moisture.
• Set humidity low enough to ensure moisture removal.
• Setting may be the same as actual humidity in room, thus no moisture to remove.
• Be sure all doors, windows and other openings are securely closed.
• Be sure unit is level and that there is sucient air circulation around the unit, as well as
between unit and oor.
• Make sure unit is level and that there are no curtains, blinds, or furniture blocking the unit.
• Check that room temperature is 41º F or above.
• If unit is near a heat source, such as a clothes dryer, etc., relocate unit.
• Clean the air lter and air outlet.
AUTO DEFROST
DISPLAYS REPEATEDLY
• Turn o unit and unplug 4-6 hours.
• Plug unit back in. Run in normal mode (no Turbo fan, not on Continuous operation).
• Be sure unit humidity is not set too low, unit is not sitting on too cold of a oor and unit is not
being used in too cold of a room. (Room should be 41º F or above.)
• Be sure there is sucient air circulation between the unit and the surface on which it
is sitting.
DEHUMIDIFIER
CONSTANTLY CYCLES
ON/OFF
• Be sure unit is not too large or too small for the area of the room.
• Using unit in much less than its stated coverage will likely cause it to go on and o more
frequently. Using too small of a unit will cause it to run constantly.
• If the humidity setting and actual humidity in room are cycling right around the same, the unit
would go o and on accordingly.
• The fan will run for a few minutes after the compressor shuts o. If you have turned the
CONTINUOUS mode on, the fan and compressor will not turn o; they will run continuously
in this mode.
• Check that unit is level and the lter, vents and bucket are thoroughly clean and nothing is
obstructing them.
• Be sure all doors, windows and other openings are securely closed.
• Ensure there is sucient air circulation around the unit, as well as between unit and oor.
• Unplug unit for at least 5 minutes. Plug unit back in. Remove bucket, then re-insert, making
sure bucket is securely in place. Turn unit on.
UNIT MAKES A
LOUD NOISE WHEN
OPERATING
• Make sure the air lter is clean and not clogged.
• Make sure the unit is upright (not tilted) and on a at, level surface.
40%, 50%, 60% LIGHTS
FLASH NON-STOP
•This is a humidistat error. See bottom of page 4 for possible solutions.
8
NOTE
A highly recommended troubleshoot for any issue in general consists of turning o unit and unplugging for 5 minutes.
It is also recommended to try another wall outlet. For further assistance, contact Consumer Services at 844-472-2473.
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE, PLEASE REVIEW THE CHART BELOW
ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSES
DEHUMIDIFIER ALWAYS
RUNNING
• Be sure unit is not too large or too small for the area of the room.
• Allow enough time for unit to remove moisture.
• If set on CONTINUOUS Mode, de-select button and set unit to an appropriate
humidity setting.
• If humidity in room is above the set humidity, then unit will be running.
• Be sure all doors, windows and other openings are securely closed.
• Be sure unit is level and that there is sucient air circulation around the unit, as well as
between unit and oor.
• Make sure there are no curtains, blinds, or furniture blocking the unit.
• If unit is near a source of moisture, such as a sink, shower, washing machine, etc., then
relocate unit.
• Check that lter, vents and bucket are thoroughly clean.
CONTINUOUS DRAIN NOT
WORKING PROPERLY
• Be sure you have removed the gray, rubber drain plug from the black drain outlet.
• Be sure hose is CLEAN, pliable and no longer than 6 feet in length (recommended).
Clear tubing with sizing of 0.5 inches (13 mm) for inner diameter is recommended.
(Tubing not included.)
• Hose should be secure on both ends, being especially mindful that it is pushed all the way
onto connector piece inside unit.
• Hose should exit through the back of unit and always be positioned at a DOWNWARD
slope to the desired drain location.
• Check that lter, vents and bucket are thoroughly clean.
• Be sure nothing is obstructing hose connection and there are no kinks or tears in any of
the hosing.
• Ensure unit is level and not tilted forward and that bucket is pushed in all the way. Though
the unit may appear level, if the surface it sits on is even slightly uneven and the front of
the unit is tilted downward, continuous draining may not work. If necessary, slightly prop
up the front of the unit, taking care that the unit does not fall backward.
• If water is going into bucket instead of hose, the unit is working properly. Please double
check all of the above and/or un-hook hosing set-up and start again.
WATER ON FLOOR
• Check the hose connection points to make sure they are not loose.
• If collecting water in the bucket, make sure the gray, rubber continuous drain outlet plug
has not been removed from back of unit and that it is completely inserted into the black
drain outlet.
• Ensure oat is snapped properly into place inside the bucket. (See page 3 for description
of “oat” piece.)
NOTE: THE FOLLOWING OCCURRENCES ARE NOT DEFECTS.
A HISSING NOISE OR
HOLLOW SOUND
This sound is normal. It is generated from the refrigerant owing in the pipes.
A SQUEAKING NOISE
This noise is generated from the unit when it expands or contracts with
temperature changes.
THE UNIT DOES NOT
IMMEDIATELY START OR
CHANGE OPERATION MODE
To prevent overloading the compressor motor, after the unit has stopped (or
entered a mode), it cannot resume operation (or enter a dierent mode) in the
rst 3 minutes afterwards.
Perfect Aire, LLC
5151 Belt Line Rd.
Suite 878
Dallas, TX 75254
Distributed by:
844-4PA-AIRE | 844-472-2473
www.perfectaire.us
DEHUMIDIFIER
FOR MODEL:
3PAD11
Before using your dehumidifier, please
read this manual carefully and keep it for
future reference, along with your receipt.
Specification and performance data is subject to change without notice.
Printed in China
PA/User_3PAD11/10102017
USER MANUAL
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PerfectAire 3PAD11 User manual

Brand
PerfectAire
Model
3PAD11
Category
Dehumidifiers
Type
User manual
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