HMT-D30-A HMT-D45E-A HMT-D70E-A Portable
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1. Clean the Unit Housing 1 Keep the unit from being exposed directly to the sun to prevent color fading 2 Clean the surface with a damp cloth and dry it with a soft towel Storing the Unit for an Extended Period of Time or Transporting the Unit 1 Clean or replace filter Refer to Page 9 Operating Instructions Clean Filter section 2 Unplug the unit 3 Empty any excess water 4 The unit should be stored in a cool dry place 11 eee TROUBLESHOOTING Dehumidifier does not start The dehumidifier is unplugged sure the dehumidifier s plug is pushed completely into the outlet The fuse is blown circuit Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and replace fuse or breaker is tripped reset breaker Dehumidifier has reached 15 The dehumidifier automatically turns off when either condi present level or the bucket is full tion occurs Change to a lower setting or empty the water bucket and replace properly Bucket 15 not in the proper The bucket must be place and securely seated for the dehu position midifier to operate Power Failure There is a protective time delay up to 3 min to prevent trip ping of the compressor overload For this reason the unit may not start normal dehumidification for 3 min after it is pow ered back on Dehumidifier does not dry Not enough time allowed for unit When first installed allow at least 24 hours to maintain the air as it should to remove mois2. Sleeping Space Living Space or Basement for preset comfort and balanced operation LIVING ROOM Thank you for choosing a Soleus Air Fueled by TCL Portable Dehumidifier This owner s manual will provide you with valuable information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new product Please take a few moments to thoroughly read the instructions and familiarize yourself with all the operational aspects of your new Dehumidifier For your own records please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual Also write the store name location date purchased and serial number below Store Name Location Date Purchased Serial Number located on back of unit ey IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS Before installing and using your dehumidifier please read this owner s manual carefully Store this manual in a safe place for future reference 1 Always place the unit on a level surface 2 Never use or store gasoline or other flammable vapor or liquid near this unit unless instructed by this manual 3 Maintain at least 12 18 inches clearance space around this unit Do not block or cover air inlet or outlet grilles 4 The unit must be connected to a correctly grounded power supply 5 Do not start or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power plug 6 Do not use an adapter plug or extension cord 7 Do not use the unit in the immediate surroundings of a bath a shower or a swimming pool 8 Do not insert a
3. 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 e This dehumidifier is intended for indoor use only Place the dehumidifier on a smooth level floor surface that is strong enough to support the unit with a full bucket of water e Allow at least 12 18 of air flow on all sides Place the dehumidifier in an area where the temperature will not fall below 41 F The coils can become covered with frost at temperatures below 41 F which may reduce performance e Use the dehumidifier in cooking laundry bathing and dishwashing areas that have excessive moisture NOTE Place the dehumidifier away from a clothes dryer Use the dehumidifier to prevent moisture damage anywhere books or valuables are stored Use the dehumidifier in a basement to help prevent moisture damage The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most effective Close all doors windows and other outside openings to the room AUTOMATIC DEFROST When frost builds up on the evaporator coils the compressor will cycle off and the fan will continue to run until the frost disappears When the coils are completely defrosted the compressor or fan depending on the model will automatically restart and dehumidification will resume CONTINUOUS MODE GARDEN HOSE INSTALLATION AND SETUP Water can be automatically emptied by attaching a hose to the continuous drainage
4. the dehumidifier will exhaust warm air from the side exhaust vent NOTE Do not place a full bucket on the floor because the bottom Is uneven OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7 Clean Filter When the filter needs to be cleaned the filter indicator will light up after 250 hours of use Remove the filter from the back of the unit by using your thumbs to press down on the filter tabs directly above the filter Clean the filter with warm soapy water Dry thoroughly before replacing the filter Once the filter is completely dry place the filter back in the unit and press the FILTER button to reset the filter indicator CAUTION DO NOT OPERATE THE DEHUMIDIFIER WITHOUT THE INCLUDED FILTER NOTE Do not clean filter in dishwasher 8 MyHome Modes Preset humidity level settings allow the user to easily move the dehumidifier room to room and select the corresponding mode for the location in which the dehumidifier is operating for optimum performance Press the MODE button to choose from Sleeping Space Living Space or Base ment 9 Child Lock Mode To lock the control panel press and hold the TIMER button for 3 seconds Lock ing the control panel prevents someone from accidentally changing the settings When locked the LOCK Indicator will light up Press and hold the TIMER button for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel eee CHOOSING A LOCATION A Dehumidifier operating in a basement will have little or no effect in drying out an
5. ON any function ROOM BUTTON BUTTON HUMIDITY LEVEL BUTTON ee OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 92 When first operating the dehumidifier run it in Continuous mode for 24 hours Power On and Off Press the POWER button once to manually turn the unit on Press the POWER button once more to turn the unit off Humidity Selection Press the A or buttons to choose the desired relative humidity in the room Each press of the button will change the desired room humidity by 5 The room humidity is selectable from 35 80 or continuous The unit will cycle on and off to maintain the humidity level chosen on the digital display If you want the dehumidifier to operate continuously regardless of the room humidity press the MODE button until you see CO on the digital display This will enable continuous operation and the Continuous indicator will light up on the control panel Fan Speed Control Press the FAN SPEED Button to cycle through the different fan speeds High Medium and Low The fan speed can be visually distinguished by the fan speed indicators on the control panel Timer Auto On To program the unit to automatically turn on press the button when the unit is off Press A or V to increase or decrease the timer in 30 min increments 5 hours up to 10 hours After 10 hours each A press of the button will increase the timer in 1 hour increments up to 24 hours Once the desir
6. SOLEUSAIF fueled L HMT D30 A HMT D45E A HMT D70E A Model Numbers HMT D30 A l 45 amp use HMT D70E A Intertek Portable Dehumidifier me Operating Instructions vane General Dehumidifier Information RECOMMENDED HUMIDITY LEVELS e Spring Summer 30 50 e Fall Winter 30 40 WARM AIR EXHAUST IS NORMAL During operation your dehumidifier will exhaust warm air from the side of the unit This is normal operation EMPTYING THE BUCKET The more moisture your dehumidifier removes from the air the more often you may have to empty the bucket unless you are using the continuous drainage option The number of times the bucket will be emptied de pends on the dehumidifier model Maximum number of times to empty the bucket when operating at full capacity during a 24 hour period Model Number Pints of moisture removed per every 24 hour period LESS MOISTURE BEING REMOVED OVER TIME IS A GOOD THING Using a dehumidifier will cause your area to maintain a more comfortable humidity level Over time this humidity level will become more and more stable Due to the stable humidity level in the area the dehumidifier will need to remove less and less moisture over time Please do not be concerned if the dehumidifier 15 removing less moisture from the air or the bucket is taking longer to fill up This is a direct result of your dehumidifier creating more stable humid
7. amage caused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in the instructions e Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear e Damage caused by repairs or alterations of the unit by anyone other than those authorized by Soleus Home Comfort e Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service e Filter and Accessories ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY SOLEUS HOME COMFORT DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES AND IN NO EVENT SHALL SOLEUS HOME COMFORT S LIABILITY EXCEED THE RETAIL VALUE OF THE UNIT FOR BREACH OF ANY WRITTEN OR IMPLIED WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO THIS UNIT This warranty covers only new products purchased from our authorized dealers or retailers It does not cover used sal vaged or refurbished products As some states do not allow the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or do not allow limitation on implied warranties the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state For Technical Support and Warranty Service Please Call 888 876 5387 Or Write To Soleus Home Comfort 17911 East Ajax Circle City of Industry CA 91748 www soleushomecomfort com
8. ed time is reached the unit will automatically turn on Timer Auto Shut Off To program the unit to automatically turn off press the TIMER button when the unit is on Each press of the A or buttons will change the timer setting in 30 min increments 5 hours up to 10 hours After 10 hours each press of the A or V buttons will increase or decrease the timer in 1 hour increments up to 24 hours Once the desired time 15 over the unit will automatically power off NOTE Fan will continue to run even when the compressor is off This is normal and allows the unit to circulate air and operate more efficiently a OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 Bucket Full When the water bucket is full of water the unit will automatically shut off make a beeping noise and the Bucket Full Indicator will light up The dehumidifier will not function until the water bucket is emptied and placed back inside the unit The bucket should be cleaned every few weeks to prevent the growth of mold mildew and bacteria Use a mild detergent to clean the bucket Once clean completely dry the bucket and place it back inside the dehumidifier NOTE Hold bucket with both hands when emptying NOTE When the bucket is full or removed from the machine the compressor will turn off but the fan will continue to run for a few minutes This is completely normal The dehumidifier will not be removing moisture from the air at this time NOTE When removing moisture from the air
9. ity level your area WATER IN THE BUCKET There might be a small amount of water present the bucket before using the dehumidifier for the first time which is normal This is caused by the preliminary testing done by the factory FEATURES Removes up to 30 45 70 pints depending on model of moisture from the air every 24 hours depending on the unit you have This is not the bucket size Adjustable humidistat for precise humidity control Digital humidistat displays set humidity level and current room humidity level Operates at temperatures down to 41 F Perfect for basement use in the winter ay Automatic defrost function melts away ice from frozen coils for i continuous worry free operation 3 Speed fan allows you to choose between maximum dehumidi fying power or quiet operation Bucket full indicator and audible alarm signals as soon as the bucket full and ready to be emptied Ultra quiet operation allows for use almost anywhere Perfect for heavy traffic areas like a family room or bedroom Loss of power protection remembers all settings even when power is interrupted A Auto restart automatically continues operation when power is re stored No need to manually restart the dehumidifier 24 Hour Timer automatically turns on and off the unit after the preset time of 0 5 up to 24 hours MyHome modes allow you to choose the location in which you using your dehumidifier
10. nything into the air outlet Do not obstruct air inlet or outlet grills unless instructed by this manual 9 Do not let children play near this unit 10 Always inspect the cord for signs of damage before use If the power is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified service technician 11 When cleaning the unit always turn the unit off and unplug the power cord 22 PACKAGE CONTENTS 1 Portable Dehumidifier 1 Operating Instructions 4 Casters SPECIFICATIONS e Noise level is measured at a distance of 3 28 ft away from the front of the unit e Power consumption is measured when the fan runs at the highest speed setting e These specifications are for reference only For actual data please refer to the rating label on the back of the unit Model Number Dehumidifying Capacity Power Consumption Watts Air Flow Volume High Med Low Power Source Rated Current Amps Sound Pressure Level High Med Low Weight Dimensions WxDxH Energy Star Bucket Capacity DISCLAIMER HMT D30 A 30 Pints per day 370 Watts 215 180 155 CFM 115 60 Hz 3 2 51 49 47 dB A 31 1 Ibs 13 375 W x 10 19 5 H No 8 5 Pints 8 5 Pints HMT D45E A 45 Pints per day 450 Watts 215 180 155 CFM 115 60 Hz 45 51 49 47 dB A 33 7 Ibs 13 375 W x 10 D x 19 5 H Yes HMT D70E A 70 Pints per day 730 Wat
11. omatically speed at the desired level continue to run for approximately 3 minutes at a fixed setting Hose connection may be loose Check the hose connection See the CONTINUOUS MODE Water on the floor GARDEN HOSE INSTALLATION AND SET UP Section on Page 10 Hose is attached but not draining Disconnect the hose if using the bucket or place the hose near into a drain a drain 12 2 ERROR CODE Error Code Description EH Humidity Sensor Fault Temperature Sensor Fault E For any questions or Technical Support Please Call customer service 888 876 5387 522 WARRANTY One Year Limited Warranty Soleus Home Comfort warrants the accompanying Soleus Air Fueled by TCL Dehumidifier to be free of defects in ma terial and workmanship for the applications specified its operation instruction for a period of ONE 1 year from the date of original retail purchase in the United States If the unit exhibits a defect in normal use Soleus Home Comfort will at its option either repair or replace it free of charge within a reasonable time after the unit is returned during the warranty period As acondition to any warranty service obligation the consumer must present this Warranty Certificate along with a copy of the original purchase invoice THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER e Damage accidental or otherwise to the unit while in the possession of a consumer not caused by a defect in material or workmanship e D
12. port on the back of the dehumidifier This will allow the unit to run continuously depending on the selected humidity level without having to empty the water bucket To drain simply attach a standard garden hose not included The thread standard for garden hoses in the US and its territories is known as GHT or garden hose thread which has an outer diameter of 1 1 16 inches 1 0625 inches or 27 0 mm and a pitch of 11 5 TPI e Place dehumidifier on a level surface e Unscrew the cap on the back of the unit to access the garden hose nozzle e Thread a garden hose not supplied onto the accessible nozzle lead to a floor drain and cut to length Make sure that there are no kinks or knots in the garden hose See Picture Below e Turn on the unit and press the MODE button until set to CONTINUOUS Garden Hose Installation Reference Guide jf So IMPORTANT NOTES Placing the dehumidifier on an uneven surface or improper hose installation may result in water filling up the bucket and causing the unit to shut off Empty bucket if shut off occurs then check dehumidifier location and hose for proper setup The bucket must be in place and securely seated for the dehumidifier to operate 10 MAINTENANCE Note Make sure power is off and the power cord is not plugged into an electrical outlet prior to performing any maintenance on the unit Clean or Replace Filter Refer to Page 9 Operating Instructions Clean Filter section
13. ts 320 290 250 CFM 115 60 Hz 6 5 A 53 51 49 dB A 46 9 Ibs 15 25 W x 11 25 D x 24 875 H Yes 16 9 Pints ALL INFORMATION AND THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS USER S MANUAL ARE THE PRESENTATION OF THE MANUFACTURER SOLEUS HOME COMFORT HAS NOT CONDUCTED INDEPENDENT TEST TO THE INFORMATION AND THE SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTED HEREWITHIN CASTER INSTALLATION 1 Remove casters from the bucket 4 casters in lastic b For the 70 Pint the four casters can be taken out from the side 2 T of the bucket directly Fig 1 For the 30 Pint and 45 Pint please check if the casters are un der the lid of the bucket If so please remove lid to access cast ers then re placed the lid before operation Attention please don t take off the float in this situation 2 Tilt the dehumidifier no more than 45 and forcibly insert the casters Make sure the ring around the caster is flush against the bottom of the dehumidifier CONTROL PANEL amp DIGITAL DISPLAY Digital Humidistat Child Lock Displa LED Indicator Power On Bucket Full Clean Filter Fan Speed 2 Timer Ai LED Indicator LED Indicator LED Indicators LED Indicator Bucket Full Clean Filter High Sleeping Space Lock O Power Medium Living Space Timer Low OS Basement Continuous POWER This button does FILTER not operate or offer BUTTON INCREASE DECREASE 5 TIMER BUTT
14. ture desired dryness Airflow 15 restricted Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front or back of the dehumidifier See the CHOOSING A LOCATION section on Page 10 Dirty filter See the CLEAN FILTER section on Page 9 The Humidity Control may not For drier air press the VV button to lower the percent humid be set low enough ity desired in the room or set the dehumidifier to CO for maximum dehumidification Doors and windows may Check that all doors windows and other openings are se closed tightly curely closed Clothes dryer may be blowing Install the dehumidifier away from the dryer The dryer moist air into the room should be vented outside Room temperature is too low Moisture removal is best at higher room temperatures Lower room temperatures will reduce the moisture removal rate This model is designed to operate at temperatures above 41 F Dehumidifier runs too much The area to be dehumidified 15 The capacity of your dehumidifier may not be adequate for too large the room size Doors and windows are open Close all doors and windows to the outside Frost appears on the coils The dehumidifier has recently This is normal Frost will usually disappear within 60 min been turned on or the room utes temperature is below 41 F Controls cannot be set The compressor will turn off and This is normal Wait approximately 3 minutes and set the fan the fan will aut
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