Honeywell DH50W Use and Care Manual
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1. e Always place the dehumidifier on a leveled floor e Never install the product near a bathtub or any water container e Store in a dry area away from direct sunlight when not in use e This appliance and its packaging materials are not intended for use by persons including children or elderly with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instructions concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety e Always grip the side handles and keep the unit upright when transporting from room to room DO NOT tilt the product on its side or upside down e If the dehumidifier was transported tilted on its side you must position it upright again and wait at least 4 hours before using it e WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not use this appliance with any solid state speed control device When the dehumidifier is switched ON a fan pulls moisture laden air into the dehumidifier where it passes through dehumidifying coils inside the unit These coils condense moisture from the air and collect it in the water tank The dry air is then exhausted from the dehumidifier The air flows through the air vents of the dehumidifier into the room as dry warm air IMPORTANT The dehumidifier is designed to operate between 41 F 5 C and 89 F 32 C The dehumidifier s performance may be greatly reduced if room temper2. the air filter with 2 hands to release the air filter from the top of the unit 2 Rinse the air filter under running water or vacuum away the dust with a vacuum cleaner 3 After cleaning the air filter dry in a cool shaded place then carefully reinstall into the unit End of Season Storage amp Maintenance If the appliance will not be used for an extended period of time Switch OFF the unit and unplug from the electrical power outlet Empty the water tank and let it dry If your dehumidifier is connected to the continuous drain hose you must disconnect the hose dry and then replace the drain cap and rubber stopper back into the drain outlet Remove the air filter and clean with water Let the air filter dry and reinstall back into the unit Make sure all parts of the dehumidifier and accessories are dry before storage Cover the dehumidifier with a cloth plastic bag before storage to protect the surface from dust and scratches t is recommended to coil the power cord and store it off the floor to ensure it is protected from bends and kinks Store the unit upright in a dry location away from direct sunlight The following troubleshooting guide addresses the most common problems If problems persist call customer service PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Dehumidifier does No electricity Check for power not start The power cord is not Remove and reconnect the power cord properly plugged in The
3. x D x H 15 3 x 11 1 x 23 6 inches 389 x 282 x 600 mm 15 3 x 11 1 x 23 6 inches 389 x 282 x 600 mm Weight 43 Ibs 19 5 kgs 43 Ibs 19 5 kgs Electrical products should be properly disposed of Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling A JMATEK North America LLC Mahwah New Jersey 07495 USA Phone 1 800 474 2147 Email jmatekna info us Web www jmatek com Made in China October 2014 2014 AirTek Int l Corp Ltd All rights reserved The Honeywell Trademark is used under license from Honeywell International inc Honeywell Intemational Inc makes no representations or warranties with respect to this product This product is manufactured by Airtek Int Corp Ltd Honeywell
4. 9 F 32 C Moisture removal is greatly reduced if room temperatures exceed this temperature range Clean the air filter Remove blockage The capacity of your dehumidifier may not be adequate for the room it is used in It is recommended to add an extra dehumidifier for large areas Make sure all windows or doors to the outside are closed and tightly sealed Empty the water tank Position the water tank correctly into the unit Unit will not operate until the water tank is secure in place The dehumidifier may not work effectively in low temperature environments Increase the temperature of the room or wait until the temperature increases to use the dehumidifier This is normal Frost will disappear in an hour or so after the dehumidifier is switched OFF Check the connections between the hose and the drain outlet on the unit See Continuous Water Drainage section Disconnect the hose and replace the rubber stopper and drain cap if using the water tank to collect water See Continuous Water Drainage section Wind from the fan can create sounds during operation This is a normal sound Description of Product Dehumidifiers Model DH50W DH70W Voltage Frequency 115 V 60 Hz 115 V 60 Hz Power Consumption 515W 820W Dehumidifying capacity 50 pints 24 hours 70 pints 24 hours Refrigerant Type R 410A R 410A Timer 24 hour ON OFF 24 hour ON OFF Dimensions W
5. Honeywell Dehumidifier Owner s Manual Read and save these instructions before use Model DH50W 70W For product inquiries or support www jmatek com Customer Support 1 800 474 2147 E mail us at info jmatekna us P A ENERGY STAR qualified units remove moisture with less energy than conventional dehumidifiers B ENERGY STAR THANK YOU Thank you for purchasing a Honeywell dehumidifier This User Manual is intended to provide you with important information needed to set up operate maintain and troubleshoot this product A WARNING READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT The user of electrical products may create hazards that include but are not limited to injury fire electrical shock Failure to follow these instructions may damage and or impair its operation and void the warranty When using electrical appliances basic safety precautions should always be followed e DO NOT touch the dehumidifier or the electrical plug with wet hands e Check the household voltage to ensure it matches the appliance s specification Before operating remove all packaging material and check for any damage that may have occurred during shipping DO NOT operate any product with a damaged cord or plug DO NOT use an extension cord with this appliance e DO NOT run power cord under carpeting or cover it with rugs or runners Keep the cord away from areas whe
6. atures exceed this temperature range e Before using the dehumidifier place the unit UPRIGHT for at least 1 hour before use to allow the refrigerant to stabilize If the unit was tilted on its side or upside down during transportation set the unit upright for 4 hours before use e For optimal efficiency the dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area Keep all doors windows and other outside entrances to the room closed e Place the dehumidifier at least 12 inches 81cm away from other objects e g curtains or furniture that may restrict airflow from the front or through the air vents of the unit e The dehumidifier must be positioned on a level floor IMPORTANT The effectiveness of the dehumidifier can be influenced by different factors One factor is the rate at which new moisture laden air enters the room and the amount of air circulating in and out of the area to be dehumidified For example if a door to a basement is constantly opened letting new moisture laden air into the room dehumidification will take longer N than if the door was kept closed If the dehumidifier is in a room 12 inches 31cm with a storage closet or cabinets it will have little or no effect in drying the inside of the storage closet or cabinets unless there is adequate circulation of air in and out of these places To dehumidify these places open the storage door or cabinet doors to allow air circulation You may find that installing a secon
7. d dehumidifier may be required for larger enclosed areas 1 Control Panel 5 Washable Air Filter 9 Direct Drain Outlet 2 Dehumidified Air Exhaust Vent 6 Moist Air Intake 10 Drain Cap 3 Handle 7 Water Tank 11 Rubber Stopper 4 Casters 8 Water Level Indicator CONTROL PANEL Temperature Timer Display l J Humidity Display Oe RH 86 E8 Power Control Fan Speed Control ji m jd C F Set umiaity imer Control Timer Control Set Controls enues Power Control Press D to switch the dehumidifier ON or OFF Water Tank Full Indicator Light A Defrost Light ES This illuminates when the Water Tank is full of This indicates that the room temperature is too low water or if the Water Tank is not positioned Increase the room temperature or wait until the properly on the unit To switch off A empty temperature increases to switch off 35 and to turn he Water Tank and check that the tank is the dehumidifier on again secured properly into place Fan Speed Control amp Press to set the desired fan speed There are 2 fan speeds to select from High Il Low I A higher fan speed results in faster moisture removal CONTROL PANEL CONTINUED Timer Control 5 The dehumidifier can be set to automatically switch ON or OFF after a selected period of time between 1 24 hour intervals The Timer hours selection is displayed on th
8. e Timer Temperature Display Screen NOTE Before setting the Timer control make sure there is power to the unit Auto Off Timer While the unit is running first press and then tap or hold the A or V to select the number of hours you want the unit to run before it switches off The unit automatically switches off after the set time period has elapsed You must repeat the Timer set up procedures to reset the Timer for next use if needed Auto On Timer When unit is in standby mode press D and A or W to select the number of hours until you want the unit to automatically start running The previous fan speed and humidity setting will be maintained The unit will continue running until the water tank is full unless the unit is set up for continuous draining or until you switch it off manually NOTE To cancel any Timer settings simply press and then tap or hold the A or Y until the Timer display shows O Temperature Timer Display e When the unit is switched ON the Temperature Timer Display shows the current room temperature Pressing the Timer D temporarily switches the display to show the Timer setting in hours for 10 seconds before reverting back to the temperature display 9 Humidity Control Setting RH i Li When the unit is switched ON the Humidity Display shows the current humidity percentage Press A or Y to select your preferred humidity level The humidity is adjusted in increme
9. nts of 5 by pressing A or V The adjustable Relative Humidity RH range is between 30 RH to 90 RH Ten seconds after setting the preferred humidity setting the display will revert back to displaying the current humidity Recommended Settings It is recommended to leave the unit running at 30 humidity at High Fan Speed during the first 2 to 3 days until damp odors are removed After a few days when the Relative Humidity has been reduced to a more comfortable level press A or W to choose a higher RH that maintains a comfortable humidity level thereafter A recommended healthy humidity level is between 4096 and 5096 C F Display Options Press C F to change the Temperature Display from degrees Celcius C to degrees Fahrenheit F DRAINING THE WATER WARNING Always drain and discard water collected from dehumidification The water is not clean and cannot be used for drinking 1 Draining water collected in the Water Tank The condensed water can be collected directly into the water tank When the water tank is full the dehumidifier will automatically shut OFF and Z will illuminate on the control panel followed by a beeping sound IMPORTANT Do not move the dehumidifier when the water tank is full as it wi cause water spillage 1 1 Locate the water tank at the front of the dehumidifier Gently pull the water tank out and place it on the floor Two stands located at the bottom of the water tank will automatically extend
10. re it may be tripped over Always unplug the dehumidifier before emptying the water tank The water collected in the tank must be discarded The water should never be used for drinking Always unplug the dehumidifier and remove the water from the water tank before cleaning servicing or relocating the unit e Remove the power cord from the electrical receptacle by grasping and pulling on the power cord plug end only never pull the cord e This appliance has been manufactured for use in domestic environments and must not be used for other purposes e DO NOT use the product in areas where gasoline paint or other flammable goods and objects are used or stored e This dehumidifier is designed for indoor residential applications only It should not be used for commercial or industrial applications e DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions of the dehumidifier as this may cause danger and void the warranty DO NOT cover the air inlet or outlet on the appliance as this may cause the unit to fail DO NOT insert or allow objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may damage the product and could cause electrical shock or fire e DO NOT let children play with this appliance packaging or included plastic bag e If the unit is damaged or it malfunctions do not continue to operate it Unplug the product from the electrical outlet Refer to the troubleshooting section and contact the customer support center
11. safety switch activated Reset the safety switch and wait for 3 on the electrical plug minutes to pass Contact customer service if problem persists PROBLEM Unit runs but the humidity level does not decrease Dehumidifier runs constantly does not stop Water Tank Full is illuminated and the unit is beeping Defrost 3 is illuminated Frost appears on the coils Water on the floor Noise POSSIBLE CAUSE The humidity level setting is too high A door or window is open letting in new moisture There are other sources of humidity in the room e g boiling water in pot The temperature in the room is too low The air filter is dirty blocked Air outlet or intake is blocked Area to be dehumidified is too large A door or window is open letting in new moisture The water tank is full The water tank is not in the correct position The temperature of the room is too low Dehumidifier has been recently turned on in low room temperatures usually below 41 F 5 C The garden hose drain hose may be loose You intended to use the water tank to collect water but the continuous drain hose is still connected Fan is working SOLUTION Decrease the humidity level setting Make sure all windows or doors to the outside are closed and tightly sealed Switch on the dehumidifier when these Sources are not present The dehumidifier is designed to operate between 41 F 5 C and 8
12. se and the drain outlet may not be connected properly Disconnect replace and tighten the garden hose connector again Position the other end of the garden hose in the sink 2 3 2 4 or drain Make sure the hose is not bent or kinked whic the hose is secured over the drain and will not fall out o spillage garden hose 21 a 22 o pe Rubber stopper i c9 Drain cule b 7 Dran cap 28 24 h might stop the water flow Make sure place causing unwanted water IMPORTANT Make sure water can flow down the garden hose by keeping the hose angled down and free of bends or kinks IMPORTANT If you stop using the continuous drain function the drain cap and rubber stopper must be replaced before use to prevent leakage The garden hose is NOT supplied CLEANING amp MAINTENANCE WARNING Always switch OFF the dehumidifier and unplug it from the electrical outlet before attempting any cleaning or maintenance of this product Appliance Maintenance Switch OFF the appliance before disconnecting the power supply Only use a soft cloth to clean the appliance Air Filter Maintenance The Air Filter located at the top of the unit helps to remove dust particles from the air A dirty filter blocked by dust particles can reduce the efficiency of the dehumidifier For optimum dehumidification it is recommended to clean the air filter every 2 weeks 1 Switch OFF the dehumidifier Press down on
13. to help balance the tank on the floor 1 2 Grip the handle inside the water tank and carry the water tank to a sink to empty Replace the empty water tank back into the front of the dehumidifier Please make sure that the tank is properly positioned 1 3 IMPORTANT Improper alignment or positioning of the water tank will cause the unit to pause operation the be heavy and can Handle Float warning light on top of the dehumidifier will illuminate followed by a beeping sound until the water tank is fitted properly NOTE There is a Float inside the water tank that senses the water level to automatically stop dehumidification when the water tank is full Make sure the water tank by ensuring it lies level with the top edge of the water tank 2 Continuous Water Drainage loat is positioned correctly inside the For continuous water drainage you will need a garden hose and a suitable water drain e g a sink or drain hole at floor level near the dehumidifier 2 1 Locate the drain outlet on the back of the unit 2 2 Unscrew and remove both drain cap and rubber stopper Locate the female connector at one end of the garden hose Insert the garden hose onto the drain outlet of the dehumidifier Screw and tighten the garden hose connector onto the threaded part of the drain outlet making sure the hose connector is secured to ensure there will be no leaks If there are leaks the ho
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