Kenmore 251.90701 manual Cleaning Side Grills and AIR Filters, Cleaning the Bucket

CLEANINGTHE EXTERIOR

Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your

problem without outside help.

_WARNING

•Disconnectpowersupplycordfrom receptaclebeforeperformingany maintenance.

Clean the exterior using a soft brush or dry towel. But do not spray water directly on the exterior.

PROBLEMS

Dehumidifier does not

work when pressing the POWER ON button.

CHECK POINT

Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet?

Is BUCKET FULL light on?

SOLUTIONS

Plug the power cord securely into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

Empty the water bucket and

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CLEANING SIDE GRILLS AND AIR FILTERS

1.Snap open the bottom tab of filter

located below the of side grill. (Fig.l) Grills are located on both sides of unit.

2.Pull the filter down and away from unit until it is all the way out. (Fig.2)

Note: The filter is extremely flexible. This action will not damage the filter.

3.Wash with mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly. Air dry away from direct sunlight.

4.Using both hands, insert the top edge d the filter into the slot below the side grill and slide into place. (Fig.3) Snap the bottom tab into the closed position.

5.SIDE GRILLS can be cleaned using a vacuum cleaner or a soft brush to remove dust. (Fig.4)

6.SIDE GRILLS can be cleaned using a vacuum cleaner or a soft brush to

remove dust. CHECK YOUR FILTERS PERIODICALLY TO INSURE PROPER OPERATION. (Fig.4)

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CLEANING THE BUCKET

Pull the bucket out. Lift off bucket cover. (Fig.1) Clean the inside d bucket every week using mild detergent in order to block buildup d mold and bacteria. (Fig.2)

After cleaning, replace the bucket cover and slide the bucket into the unit. (Fig.3) Check the float switch to make sure it is not obstructed. Proper position of the bucket

and the float switch is required for the dehumidifier to turn on.

Fig .2

Float Switch

Fig.3

Dehumidifier is

operating, but the dehumidification function does not work.

Loud noise and/ or vibration during operation.

Sounds.

Dehumidification function is inefficient

Unit is discharging warm air.

Water does not drain through hose.

Waterdoes notdrain through garden hose.

Water does not drain

through pump drain hose.

Does BUCKET FULL light appear after emptying the water bucket?

Is the compressor running as well as the fan?

Is there frost on the coils?

Is the unit on a level surface?

Sounds like flowing water during and after operation.

It makes a pinging sound.

Are the filters and grills dirty?

Is indoor temperature under 65°F?

Check the DRAIN CONNEC- TOR. Is it installed correctly? Check the drain hose for kinks or obstructions.

Is PUMP light on? Check the DRAIN CON- NECTOR making sure it is installed securely.

Check the garden hose for tangles or folds.

Check the connecting hose for tangles or folds.

Does pump display light appear?

re-install.

Check the float switch to make sure it is free and not obstructed.

The unit may be in the defrost

mode. The fan is running but not the

compressor. The unit will return to

dehumidification automatically.

Move the unit to a level surface.

This is the normal sound of the refrigerant flowing through the coils.

Normal sound of expansion and contraction caused by temperature

changes.

Clean the SIDE GRILL and AIR FILTER.

Although the unit will dehumidify at temperatures below 65 degrees, there is a potential for frost to develop which may inhibit the unit's efficiency

Normal: Compressor and electric motor discharge nominal heat.

Re-install drain hose according to this manual.

Flatten the hose or remove block- age.

Turn on the pump.

Re-install it according to this manual.

Flatten the hose or remove block- age.

Re-install drain hose according to this manual.

Flatten the hose or remove blockage. Turn on the pump.