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Dehumidifier Products
Dehumidifier
D_shumidificateur
Deshumidificador
Owner's Manual
Manuel du propri_taire
Manual del propietario
0010549397
READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING
When using this dehumidifier, aJwaysfoJJowbasic precautions, including the
foJJowing:
° This dehumidifier must be properJyinstaJJedand grounded asdescribed in
this manuak
" Never operate this dehumidifier in an area that is likeJyto accumuJate
standing water. Hfthis condition deveJops, disconnect the power suppJy
before stepping into the water.
o Repairor repJaceimmediateJyaJl eJectricservice cords that have become
frayed or otherwise damaged, Do not use a power cord that shows signs
of damage along its Jengthor either the pJug or where it is connected to
the appJiance_
Thank you for using our Amana
product.
This easy=to-usemanuaJwiJJguide you
in gelling the best use of your
dehumidifien
Remember to record the model and
seriaJnumben They are on a JabeJin
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
StapJeyourreceiptto yourmanuakYouwill need it to @brain
warran_ serviceo
Readthis manual carefully. It contains instructionsto help you use, maintainand
enioy yourdehumidifier.
Grounding
Thisdehumidifiermustbe grounded.
Grounding reducesthe riskof electric
shock by providing an escapewire for
the electric current.
The power cord has a grounding wire
with a grounding plug. Plug it into an
outlet that is properly installed and
grounded.
WARNING--Improper use of the
grounding plugcan resultin a risk of
electric shock.Call a qualified
electricianif you don't understand 1he
grounding instructions or if you are
not sure ifthe dehumidifier is properly
grounded. If the wall outlet is not
grounded, please contact an
electricianto have it replaced with a
properly grounded outlet.
Do not, under anycircumstances,cut
or remove the third (ground) prong
from the power cord.
Adapter Plug
Becausemost2-prong outletsare not
grounded, we strongly advise against
using an adapter plug.
However,a temporary connection may
be made where local codes permit
and if the 2-prong well outlet is
properly grounded. Make surethe
larger prong of the adapter goes into
fne largeslotto provideproper polarity.
FOR PROPER GROUNDING
1. Ground the adapterto the outlet
by usingthe outletcover screwto
securethe ground terminal to the
outlet box.
2. Pleaseconfirm the outlet is
grounded through the house
wiring. Ifthe grounding connector
breaks. DO NOT USEthe
dehumidifier un_la proper ground
has again been made.
Exlension Cord
Ifan extensioncord isrequired to
reach the nearestwell receptacle, use
only a UL-llsted, 3-wlre, grounding
_ype,16 AWG, 15A, 125V appliance
extensioncord.
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onlhedehumidifier
Control Panel
Feature
1. Automatic Humidistat Control
2. Two Fan Speeds
3. Check Filter Indicator
4. Auto-De_rost Sensor (Built in)
5. Bucket Full Indicator
6. PowerFailure ResumeFunction
7. Auto Air-dry
8. Digital HumidityDisplay
Operation Guide
Afteryou plug inthe unit itwill performa self-test.All the display lights will turn on for 3
seconds. The LEDdisplay will read "88". If any display light fails to turn on you may need
serviceon the unit. After the 3 seconds self-test the unit will automatically go to the stand
by mode. Now all lightswill be off and you willhave to _m on by pressing the "POWER"
key.After pressing "POWER", LEDdisplaysthe humidity of the ambient air. LEDwilldisplay
"LO" when humTdityis lower than 30%, and TtwTIIdisplaynHl" when humidity is higher
than 90%.
It isnormal for the surrounding air to become slightlywarmer asthe dehumidifier operates.
This warming effectfurther reducesthe relative humidity of the surroundingair.
1. Automatic Hurnidistat Control
This allowsyou to adjust the humidily of the air. You may setthe humidity to your
desired by pressing "<" and ">" key.
H<, Everytime the key is pressed, desired humidity changes asfollows:
dry_,-Iow humidity_,-comfortable_,-middle humidity_dligh humidity
The indicator lights turn on stepby step. It will stop when in the high humidity.
H>, Everytime the key is pressed, desiredhumidity changes as follows:
high humidi_/_.-rniddle humidity_-comfortable_,-Iow humidity_,-dry
The indicator lights turn on step by step. It will stop when in the dry.
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onthedehumidifier
2. Two Fan speeds
With this you can control the fan speed.
You have 2 levels of Fan Speed for you
to setat you desired level. LOW will
circulate air at the lower velocity and
HIGH will circulate at the maximum.
Press"FAN" key,for each press,the fan
speed changes asfollows:
[_kow speed_,-High speed
3. Check Filter Indicator
The check filter indicatorwill flash when
filter need to be cleaned.
Removefilter, wash and replace it. (See
PS)Press"RESET"key,the check filter
indicator is off.
4. Auto-Defrost Sensor (Built in)
When ternpera_ureg_s down to 60°F or
lower, ice may form on the evaporator
coils preventing removal of moisture.The
FROSTCONTROL stopsthe compressor
when this happens but allows the fan to
continue running. When the ice is no
longer present it startsthe compressor.
5. Bucket Full Indicator
When light comes on, automatic flow
control stops the unit. Turnthe unit off
bypressing"POWER"keybefore emptying
the bucket. (SeeP5)
6. Power Failure Resume Funcffon
When the powerresumesafter power
failure, the unitwillrun automatically. All
the display lightswilllum onfor 3 seconds
ond then the unitresumesthe loststation
before the powerfailure.
7. Auto Air-dry
If the power isoff and the unit is not
unplugged, for keeping the unit dry,the
fan will keep running
for 2 minutes every 30 minutes.
8. Digital Humidily Display
LEDdisplays the humidity of the ambient
air. The humidity range is 30%-90%.
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Htis normal for the surrounding air to
become slightly warmer asthe
dehumidifier operates. This warming
effect further reducesthe relative
humidity of the surrounding ain
There are 2 waysto remove collected
water.
]. Using the bucket
Do not damage
before removing the bucket.
Wait a few minutes to allow the
water to stop dripping. Use both
side handles to lift bucket. Pullit
out and remove. Then pour water
through opening and replace
bucket correctly. {SeeFig.1 )
Note: All models are equipped with
buiJtdnwater overflow controk The unit
will shut down when the water Jevd
reachesa maximum level inthe bucket.
This prevents the bucket from
overflowing. The maxirnum water levd
can be adjusted by lifting the red
plunger located on the top of the
bucket.
Turning the plunger dockwise about
two turns will raise the water levek
Turning it antioclockwise will lower the
maximum water level.
2. Using o bose for
water re_ovoJ
Drill out only the center of the
drain hose connecton Use a
minimum 1/4 drill bit.
Attach a length of thinowaJJhose
to drain hose connecton Water
can be automatically emptied into
a drain_ ( See Fig_2 )
Fig_l
Fig.2
Proper use and care
° Place the dehumidifier in a location
that does not restrictair flow into the rear
coil or out the front grille.
• The dehumidifier must be operated
in an enclosed area to be most effective.
Closeall doors,windowsand other outside
openings to the room.
° A dehumidifier operating in a
basement will have little or no effect in
drying an adjacent enclosedstorage area,
such asa closet, unlessthere isadequate
circulation of air in and out of the area_
° Turnthe dehumidifier off and remove
the plug from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Usewater and a mild detergent
to clean the inlet and outlet grilles. Do
not use bleach or abrasives.
. The air filter ison the back of the
dehumidifien It should be checked and
cleaned when necessary_
Toremove filter: Turnthe dehumidifier off
and lift out the filter on the back of the
unit. Vacuumthe filter or washwith waten
Make sure it is dry before replacing it.
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Before calling read the following
section firsL
Htwill help you solvethe mostcommon
problems that might occur and which
can be easily corrected.
Hfall efforts fail and you need service,
a toll free number isavailable please
use itto contact our customer service.
Htemsto check before calling for
service:
Unit net epera_ing
- Make sure the plug is pushed
compJefdy into the outlet.
• Thefuse is blown or circuit was
tripped. Check the house fuse/circuit
breaken Replacefuse or resetcircuit
breaken
The bucket isfull. The dehumidifier
automatically turns off when this
occurs. Thedrain bucket needs to be
emptied.
Dehumidifier is ichg up during
hitJaJ stage d operation
This is normal Frostwill usually
disappear within 60 minutes unless
temperature is below 60°F. This is
normal for the dehumidifien
Airfbw is restricted
Make sure there are no curtains,
blinds or furniture blocking the front
or back of the dehumidifier.
Clean the filter.
Additional note: After prolonged
usage,the condenser coils behind the
filter may develop a buildup of
residual. Unlesscleaned regularlywith
a soft brush, this residual will harden
through time and may require special
cleaning methods bya
refrigeration/airoconditioning
serviceman_
I,hs¢ltisJactoin/dehumidificatlon
When first installed, allow at least 3
or 4 daysto removethe moisturefrom
the room to maintain the desired
dryness_
, Area to be humidified istoo large.
Check with dealer that model is
suitable for room size and moisture
level.
- The controls may not be set
correctly, Adjust controls according
fo instructions,
• Doors and windows may not be
dosed. Check that all doors, windows
and other openings are closed tightly
and bat open.
Clothes dryer may be in operation
in the same room_ Install the
dehumidifier away from the moisture-
ladenair generated bythe dryen Dryer
should be vented to the oufside_
Room temperature too Jaw. The
unit will not operate satisfactorily if the
room temperature is below 60°F.
FULL ONE YEAR
Warrantor warrants this product
against defect in material or
workmanship for a period of one year
from date of original purchase bya
consumer for home use and includes
par_sand labor required to repair or
replace defective parts_
UM_TED
FHVEYEAR WAR_NTY
For an additional four year period
beyond the firs+year of the general
coverage, warrantor will repair or
replace at its option any part of the
refrigeration system (i.e.
COMPRESSOR, EVAPOP_.[OR,
CONDENSER OR CONNECTHNG
TUBE)which has failed as a resultof
defective material or workmanship_
Labor required for such repair or
replacement is not covered bythis
waFronty.
EXCLUSIONS
WARRANTORHSNOT RESPONSBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTUAL DAMAGES
or damages to product caused by
improper power supply voltage,
accident, fire, floods or acts of god.
Somestatesdo not allow fl_eexclusion
or limitation of incidental or
consequentialdamages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you. Thiswarrantygivesyou specific
legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to
state.To know what you legal rights
are in your state, consult your local
or stateconsumer affairs office or your
state's Attorney General.
Foranswersto questions regarding the
above otto locate an authorized
servicer,contact:
Amana Room Air Conditioner
1356 Broadway,
New York, NY 10018
t -888-842-2440
ModeH D045E D060E
Refrigerant R22 R22
Features
Dehumidification d d
Automatic Humidistat Conlrol d d
Automatic shut-off d d
2 speed fan d d
YechnicaJ d_t_
Voltage / frequency {V/Hz) 115/60 115/60
Capacity (pints per 24 hours) 45 pints 60 pints
Net dimension WxHxD (inch.) 12.8x22.1 xl 6.8 12.8x22. I xl 6,8
Packed dimension WxHxD (inch.) 15.4x24.5xl 8.4 15.4x24.Sxl 8.4
Net weight ( Ibs. ) 39 43
Gross weight ( Ibs. ) 44 47
Mode| No. _ Mod_|e No. o No. de Mode|o
D045E, D060E
D045E = 5.6amps/540w • D06GE = 6.2amps!630w
115V_ 6OHz
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Dehumidifier Products
Amana is a registered trademark
of the Maytag Corporation
and is used under Hicenseto Haier America.
Made in China
Fabrlqu@ en Chine
Hecho en China
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