Whirlpool 1ADM202XX0 Use And Care Manual page 10

Caring For Your Dehumidifier
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Rear
Filter
Fan
motor
oil
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Remove the rear grille. Push top of grille
down. When tabs release from cabinet,
rotate grille toward you. Detach bottom of
grille from cabinet mounting pins.
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Lift cabinet from base.
3. Remove filter from back of rear grille:
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Gently pull top of filter toward you until
tabs release from grille.
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Pull filter up and away from grille.
4. Clean filter with a vacuum cleaner or, if very
dirty, wash with warm water and mild deter-
gent. Air dry thoroughly before replacing.
5. Coils should be inspected annually. Brush
clean, if necessary, with warm water and mild
detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Be sure
power supply cord is disconnected from
receptacle.
6. The compressor is sealed and needs no
oiling. The fan motor is prelubricated and
does not require further oiling under
normal operating conditions. However, if
the dehumidifier is operated under severe
environmental conditions (dust, dirt, high
temperatures) the fan motor should be oiled
annually. Follow the instructions in step 5.
7. Oil the motor through the tubes provided. Use
SAE #20 grade oil.
8. Wash plastic parts with a soft cloth, warm
water and mild detergent. Rinse and dry with
a soft cloth.
9. Replace cabinet, filter and grilles.
10. Reconnect power supply cord.
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