Automatic Defrost; Operates - GE AHH50 Owner's Manual

Usingthe dehumidifier, ge oom
When first using the dehumidifier, operate the unit continuously for24 hours.
How the Dehumidifier Operates Automatic Defrost
Moist, humid air is drawn over a cold refligerated
dehumidifying coil. Moisulre in the air condenses
on this coil and drains into a bucket (or through
a hose and drain).
DD,, clean air is drawn through the condenser
where it is heated and discharged out the top grille
into the room.
It is normal for the surroundingair to becomeslightly
warmer as the dehumidifieroperates.
x_qlen flost builds up on the evaporator coils, the
compressor will cycle off" and the fan will continue
to run un61 the frost disappears.
X_qmn the coil is deflosted, the compressor or fan
will automatically restart and dehumidifying will
restllile.
Choosing a Location
A dehumidifier operating in a basement will have
litde or no effbct in &Ting an adjacent enclosed
storage area, such as a closet, unless there is
adequate circulation of air in and out of the area.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Thisdehumidifieris intended for indoor residential
applications only. Thisdehumidifier shouldnot be
used for commercial or industrial applications.
• Place the dehumidifier on a smooth, level floor strong
enough to support the unit with a full bucket of water.
• Allow at least 12-18inches of air space on all sides
of the unit for good air circulation.
• Place the dehumidifierin an area where the
temperature will not fail below 41°F(5°C).Thecoils
can become covered with frost at temperatures
below 41°F,which may reduce performance.
• Use the dehumidifierin cooking,laundry, bathing
and dishwashingareas that have excessive
moisture.NOTE:Place the dehumidifieraway
from the clothes dryer.
• Use the dehumidifierto prevent moisturedamage
anywhere books or valuablesare stored.
• Use the dehumidifierin a basementto help prevent
moisturedamage.
• Thedehumidifiermust be operatedin an enclosed
area to be most effective.
• Closeall doors, windows and other outside openings
to the room.
YES NO
12" 18" rain.
N
12" 18" rain.
NOTE:Thedehumidifierhas rollers to aid placement,
but it should only be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces.
Do not attempt to roll the dehumidifieron carpet or
over objects.
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