INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Electrical Requirements
WARNING
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.
Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart below. Follow the requirements for the type of plug on the power supply cord.
Power supply cord | Wiring requirements |
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■115 volt (103.5 min. - 126.5 max.)
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Recommended grounding method
This dehumidifier must be grounded. This dehumidifier is equipped with a power supply cord having a grounded 3 prong plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the customer's responsibility to have a properly grounded 3 prong outlet installed by a qualified electrical installer.
It is the customer's responsibility:
■To contact a qualified electrical installer.
■To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
LocationRequirements
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A. Allow at least 12" to 18" (30.5 to 45.7 cm) of air space.
■You will need a level surface strong enough to support the dehumidifier when its bucket is full of water.
■Keep all outside doors, windows and other openings closed when you are operating dehumidifier. Humid outdoor air will increase dehumidifier workload.
■Install dehumidifier in an area where the temperature will not fall below: 65ºF (18ºC) for Control Type 1 (model AD25B),
55ºF (13ºC) for Control Type 1 (model AD25D) and Control Type 2, 38ºF (3ºC) for Control Type 3. Lower temperatures will cause your performance to drop.
■Do not block the louvers on the front panel.
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