OWNER’S GUIDE
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Record Model No. and Serial No. of this dehumidifier in space provided below. These numbers are
printed on the nameplate located behind the bucket.
Model No. ___________________________________________________
Serial No. ____________________________________________________
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should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all
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Warranty
Important Safety Instructions
Location
How It Works
Operation & Features
Fault Codes
Removing Collected W ater
Care and Cleaning
Storage
Avoid Service Checklist
Operate dehumidifier only as instructed in this Owner’s Guide. These instructions are not meant to
cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be
used when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance.
DEHUMIDIFIER
P/N 66166042
Read all iinstructions before using this dehumidifier. To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons when using your dehumidifier, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
Important Safety
Instructions
For Your Safety
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings.
Child Safety Precautions
Avoid fire hazard or
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Destroy the carton, plastic bags, and any packing materials immediately after the
dehumidifier is unpacked. Children should never use these items for play.
Do not leave children unattended in an area where the appliance is operating.
Do not allow them to sit or stand on the appliance.
electric shock. Do not use an extension
cord or an adaptor plug. Do not remove
grounding prong from power cord.
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Grounding type
w all receptacle
Electrical Information
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For your safety and protection, this dehumidifier is equipped with a three-prong
grounding plug on the power cord. Do nnot, under aany circumstances, cut oor
remove the round ground prong from the plug.
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong
from this plug.
Your dehumidifier must be plugged directly into a properly grounded and
polarized three-prong receptacle. If the wall receptacle you intend to use will not
accept a three-prong plug, or if you are not sure the outlet is adequately
grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified
electrician install the proper outlet according to the National Electrical Code and
applicable local codes and ordinances. Do not use an extension cord or an
adapter plug.
Never unplug the dehumidifier by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the
plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.
Do not pinch, bend, or knot the power cord.
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Selecting a Location
Location
IMPORTANT:
1. Dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to bbe most effective.
Close all doors, ww indow s, and other outside openings to the rroom. The
effectiveness of the dehumidifier depends on the rate at w hich new
moisture-laden air enters the room.
2. Place dehumidifier in a location that does not restrict airflow through the
front of the unit or out of the l ouvers on the sides of cabinet.
3. A dehumidifier operating in a basement w ill have little or no effect in
drying an adjacent enclosed storage aarea, such as a closet, unless there
is adequate circulation of aair in and out of tthe area. IIt may be nnecessary
to install a second dehumidifier in the enclosed area for satisfactory
drying.
4. The dehumidifier must be installed on a level floor that w ill support it
w ith a full bucket of w ater.
5. There should be a minimum of 12 inches clearance around the dehumi-
difier.
When the unit is started, the fan begins to pull moisture-laden air across the
dehumidifying coils. The coils condense or draw moisture from the air, and air flows
through the side louvers into the room as dry, warm air. Moisture removed from air
is collected in a bucket on the front of the dehumidifier.
How It Works
The unit is designed to operate between 41 F (5 C), and 96 F (35 C).
If the unit is switched off and needs to be switched on again, wait three minutes
before doing so.
Make sure the tank is fitted correctly otherwise unit will not turn on.
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OPERATION & FEATURES
Allow the unit to reach room temperature before operating.
To begin operating the dehumidifier, follow these steps:
1. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded 115 volt AC outlet. Note the
POWER indicators will illuminate.
2. To turn the unit on press the ON/OFF button. The unit will run in the factory
setting of CONTINUOUS and high fan speed.After a few seconds the unit will
display the actual room's relative humidity. This will be the case after each
and every change of setting.It is recommended you leave the unit running in
the CONTINUOUS setting for the first three or four days until the sweating
and dampness odors have stopped.
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3. After a few days when the Relative Humidity has declined, press the HUMIDITY
+ or - buttons to choose a value between 35% to 80%, so the room is kept at a
comfortable concentration.Pressing the + or - buttons will change the humidity selection
in 5% increments.If at any time you want to return to the CONTINUOUS Mode,
pressing the HUMIDITY - button will lower the Relative Humidity through the 5%
increments until the Continuous indicator is lit and the display reads CO.
4. You can also use the FAN button to change the fan speed to HIGH(
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or LOW( ). The indicator light will show the setting you have selected. A higher fan
speed will result in quicker moisture removal.
5. The FILTER RESET light will illuminate after 250 hours of operation. At this time
refer to the Care and Cleaning section to remove and clean the filter. Once the filter
has been cleaned , to extinguish the light simply press the FILTER button.
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6. The TIMER function enables you to either start or stop the unit in the choice of
2 or 4 hours.If the unit is running then selecting TIMER at 2 hours will turn the unit
off after 2 hours.If the unit is off pressing the TIMER button and selecting say 4 hours,
the unit will turn on after 4 hours and remain working in the selected mode.The
POWER indicator must be lit to make sure power is being supplied to the unit.
7. To shut the unit down, press the ON/OFF button. Note: the power indicator will
still be lit when the unit is turned off. Only removing the plug will extinguish these
lights.
FAULT CODES
If the display reads "F1" or "F2", a sensor has failed. Contact your Authorized
Frigidaire Service Center.
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REMOVING COLLECTED WATER
1. Emptying the Bucket:
a. When the bucket is full the unit will shut down and the BUCKET FULL
indicator light will illuminate.
b. Do not move the unit at this point otherwise water may spill on the floor.
c. Press sides of bucket gently to unclip the bucket from the unit.
d. Remove the bucket as shown in the photographs below and empty the
bucket.
e. Replace the empty bucket back into the unit and once seated correctly
the unit will start up again.
f. You should hear a click when the bucket is in the correct position.
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2. Continuous Drainage:
a. For constant drainage operation, you will need a garden hose and a
drain nearby to discharge the water into.
b. Remove the bucket from the unit and set aside.
c. Lift up the side flap located on the left side of the unit as looking from the front. (fig.1)
d. Insert the female threaded end of the hose through the opening. (fig.2)
e. Screw the garden hose onto the threaded portion of the tray
underneath the bucket opening. (fig.3)
f. Make sure the hose is secure so there are not leaks.
g. Direct the hose toward the drain making sure that there are no kinks
that will stop the water flowing.
h. Place the end of the hose into the drain.
i. Place the bucket back in the unit and make sure that it is located correctly. (fig.4)
j. Select the desired humidity setting and fan speed on the unit for
continuous draining to start.
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Note: If the unit stops operating check that the bucket full light is illuminated. If it
is remove the bucket and empty the contents and then check the seal between
the hose and the drip tray. If there is a small leak then replace the hose gasket
and re-tighten the hose.
CARE AND CLEANING
1. Filter
a. Remove the filter every two weeks based on normal
operating conditions.
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c. Wash the filter with clean water then dry.
d. Re-install the filter, replace Bucket.
2. Cabinet
a. Dust cabinet with an oil-free cloth, or using a damp cloth.
b. Vacuum grill using brush attachment.
3. Water Bucket
a. Clean bucket with warm water and detergent.
STORAGE
When unit is not in use unplug and use the cord wrap shown for your model type.
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Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This
list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workman-
ship or materials in this appliance.
Avoid Service Checklist
OCCURRENCE
SOLUTION
DEHUM IDIFIER DOES NOT OPERATE.
Plug is disconnected from outlet. Push plug firmly into wall outlet.
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit
breaker.
The dryness level you selected has been reached. Dehumidifier automatically shuts off when
selected amount of moisture has been removed from the air. If you want to remove more
moisture, Select 'CONTINUOUS' by using the humidity button or knob. After the dehumidifier starts,
reset the control to the desired setting.
Bucket not installed properly. See “ Removing Collected Water.”
Water in the bucket has reached its preset level. Dehumidifier automatically turns off when this
occurs. Empty bucket and return bucket to position.
Dehumidifier is not turned on. Turn unit on.
DEHUM IDIFIER RRUNS TOO M UCH.
Windows or doors near dehumidifier are open to outdoors. Close all windows or doors to outside.
Area to be dehumidified is too large. Check with your dealer to see if capacity is adequate.
Air movement through dehumidifier is blocked. Grill or filter may be dirty. Use brush attachment of
vacuum cleaner to clean grill. See “ Care and Cleaning.” Dehumidifier must be placed in a space
that does not restrict air flowing into the rear coil or out of the front grill.
Dehumidifier has been installed or restarted recently. The higher the moistuire in the room, the
longer the dehumidifier will operate.
Dehumidifier is in the CONT mode and will remain on in this mode use the humidity
button or knob to set a RH% higher level.
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DEHUM IDIFIER IS OPERAT
ROOM IS NOT DRY ENOUGH.
Humidity setting is too high. Press the HUMIDITY button or rotate knob to a lower setting
or choose CONTINUOUS for maximum dryness.
Dehumidifier has been installed or restarted recently. The higher the moisture in the room air, the
longer it takes for the room air to become dry.
Dehumidifier does not have sufficient clearance to operate. Air flow to front grill is blocked. See
“ Selecting a Location.”
Room temperature is too low. Unit will not operate satisfactorily if the room temperature is below
41°F (5°C). See “ Operating Conditions.”
Refer to causes under DEHUMIDIFIER RUNS TOO MUCH.
FROST APPEARS OON COILS ABOVE
BUCKET OR DRIP TRAY.
Dehumidifier has been turned on recently. This is normal due to refrigerant rushing through the
coil. Frost will usually disappear within 60 minutes.
Room Temperature is too low. All models will operate satisfactorily at temperatures greater than
41°F (5°C).
NOISE IS LIKE A FAN.
Air is moving through the dehumidifier. This is a normal sound.
If These Solutions Fail, Call 1-800-444-4944 For Frigidaire Service.
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