2.Remove bucket.
3.Attach a garden hose to drain hose connector on the inside of the dehumidifier. Hand tighten.
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B
A. Garden hose
B. Drain hose connector
4.Place the other end of garden hose into a floor drain. Check to see that the hose lies flat and is in the drain.
5.Reinstall bucket.
NOTES:
■To use the bucket without the garden hose, remove the garden hose. Then reinstall bucket.
■The bucket must be installed and properly aligned for the dehumidifier to operate with or without a garden hose connected.
Normal Sounds
When your dehumidifier is operating normally, you may hear sounds such as:
■Compressor sounds, which may be loud. This is normal.
■Clicking sounds when the dehumidifier or compressor turns off and on, and when the Automatic Shutoff Switch is working.
■Air movement from the fan.
DEHUMIDIFIER CARE
Your new dehumidifier is designed to give you many years of dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care for your dehumidifier. Call your local authorized dealer for an annual cleaning of the dehumidifier.
CleaningtheAirFilter(onsomemodels)
The air filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean filter helps remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important for best operating efficiency. Check the filter every 2 weeks to see whether it needs cleaning.
1.Turn off dehumidifier.
2.Remove bucket.
3.Pull filter down from below front louvers.
4.Pull bottom edge of air filter toward you to clear the bottom of the dehumidifier.
5.Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If air filter is very dirty, wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not wash air filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air dry filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum efficiency.
6.Slide air filter up into the dehumidifier.
7.Reinstall bucket.
8.Turn on the dehumidifier.
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