Whirlpool AD70USS, AD50DSS, AD50USS, AD35DSS Dryness Control, Starting/Stopping the Dehumidifier

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Dryness Control

The Dryness Control regulates the amount of moisture in the room. Turn the control knob clockwise for more drying. Turn the control knob counterclockwise for less drying. Turn the control knob to “Dry” to maintain average humidity conditions.

NOTE: For the first few days of use, turn the DRYNESS CONTROLclockwise to CONTINU- OUS RUN to remove extra moisture from the furnishings as well as the room air.

SETTING THE CONTROLS (CONTROL TYPE 3 ONLY)

Starting/Stopping the Dehumidifier

NOTES:

Before turning on the dehumidifier, be sure that the bucket is empty and fits all the way into the dehumidifier.

Each time you unplug the dehumidifier or power is interrupted, the control will return to your previous settings when power is restored.

Control Type 3

NOTE: Minimum operating temperature is 38°F (3°C).

A

CB

A.Light glows, indicating the bucket is full or is not in correct position.

B.Adjusts amount of moisture removed from room.

C.Selects fan speed.

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2.Press POWER to turn on dehumidifier.

IMPORTANT: If the Empty/Adjust Bucket light comes on, the dehumidifier will not operate. Empty or adjust bucket.

3.Press POWER to turn off dehumidifier.

NOTE: The dehumidifier will retain your last settings.

Empty/Adjust Bucket Light

If this light is on, the dehumidifier is not running. This light indicates that you need to check:

If the bucket is full, empty and reinstall bucket.

If the bucket is not in position, remove the bucket and reinstall. Make sure the bucket fits all the way into the dehumidifier and the light is off, or dehumidifier will not run.

Fan Speed (Control Type 3 Models Only)

1.Press FAN to select fan speed.

2.Choose Low, High or Auto.

Low—Will reach the desired humidity setting slower with lower sound level.

High—Will reach the desired humidity setting faster.

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Contents Models AD25BSS, AD35DSS, AD50DSS DehumidifiersGoals and Objectives ForwardTable of Contents Page General Dehumidifier SafetyYou can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t Immediately follow instructionsModel Number Model & Serial Number DesignationsSerial Number AD = Dehumidifier, Whirlpool RD = Dehumidifier, RoperModel & Serial Number Wiring Diagram Label Locations Page Product Operation What is HUMIDITY?Theory of Operation Removing Unwanted HumidityTypical Operation Operating CharacteristicsPage Dehumidifier USE Empty/Adjust Bucket LightStarting/Stopping the Dehumidifier Control Type Fan Speed Control Type 2 Models OnlyStarting/Stopping the Dehumidifier Dryness ControlFan Speed Control Type 3 Models Only Desired Humidity Control Type 3 Models Only Draining the DehumidifierOption 2-Connect Drain Hose Normal SoundsCleaning the Dehumidifier Cleaning the AIR Filter on Some ModelsDehumidifier Care Component Locations Component AccessRemoving the Cabinet Top Rear Screws Rear Half Front Half Bottom Rear Screw Remove the two hex-head screws from the electronic control Thermistor & Clip Ground Wire Screw To remove the light To remove the mechanical humidistatTo remove the power supply cord To remove the fan capacitor see the top right photo Removing the FAN Capacitor and the FAN MotorTo remove the fan motor Top green ground wire on condenser To remove the compressor capacitor Removing the Compressor Capacitor and the Bucket SwitchMechanical Models To remove the bucket switch Electronic ModelPage Mechanical Humidistat FAN Capacitor Component TestingFAN Motor Bucket SwitchDiagnostics Diagnostics & TroubleshootingProblem Cause Correction TroubleshootingWiring Diagram Wiring DiagramsWiring Diagram Wiring Diagram Page Page Page For Technical Information and Service Pointers Product Specifications Warranty Information SourcesFor Technical Assistance While AT the CUSTOMER’S Home Call Corporation