SG-DEH-70EIP-6 Manual
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1. CONTROL PANEL LOCK 12 To lock the control panel press the and 2 keys at the same time for 3 seconds Locking the control panel prevents someone from acci dentally changing the settings When locked the LOCK indicator 12 will light up Hold the and 2 keys at the same time again for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel NOTE e Once the set humidity level is reached the compressor will shut off The fan will contin ue to run for up to 3 minutes e Anytime the compressor stops running for any reason it will not restart for a minimum of 3 minutes This is a design feature to pro tect the compressor from damage WATER DISPOSING OPTIONS OPTION 1 EMPTYING MANUALLY 1 Pull out the bucket grasping the side handles Fig 1 2 Carry the bucket by grasping the front corner of the bucket with one hand and the back of the bucket with the other hand Fig 2 3 Empty the bucket and replace the bucket in the dehumidifier Fig 3 NOTE Dehumidifier will not work and settings can not be changed when the BUCKET FULL indicator light is flashing or without the bucket properly installed FIG 1 FIG 2 FIG 3 DO NOT REMOVE THE STYROFOAM IN THE BUCKET All Soleus Air dehumidifiers are equipped with a reliable Styrofoam float system The Styrofoam located inside the float in the bucket is essential to the bucket full system working properly Please do not remove the Styrofoam2. DON T REMOVE THE STYROFOAM IN THE BUCKET All Soleus Air dehumidifiers are equipped with a reliable Styrofoam float sys tem The Styrofoam located inside the float in the bucket is essential to the bucket full system working properly Please do not remove the Styrofoam from the float 17 ERROR CODES CHOOSING THE PROPER LOCATION AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF eedan e When the bucket is full or when the E ene bucket has been removed the compres Error Code Error Type Possible Cause Corrective Action aralama op We tan will e inthe basement to help prevent moisture continue to blow to dehumidify for 3 Ambient damage minutes Then the Bucket Full indicator Temperature Unplug the dehumidifier e inthe kitchen bathroom and spa will flash and you will hear a ten second Check the surrounding area exercise areas that have excessive mois audible alarm Sensor 1 Sudden Change m i for ossible reasons for sud ture The bucket must be placed in the proper Malfunction m the surround p aa i den temperature changes e to prevent moisture damage anywhere position for the dehumidifier to work The Pipe ing temperature _ Wait 2 hours before plugging books or valuables are stored step i light Ae Pea ek the dehu F2 Temperature the dehumidifier back in for e during construction or remodeling to re momen WI ee toe the proper position Dehumidifier settings Sensor normal operation duce drying time for drywall and paint can not
3. Power supply cord Grounded 3 prong electrical outlet DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD INSTALLING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER e Install the dehumidifier on a level floor strong enough to support the unit with a full bucket of water For best performance allow at least 12 18 inches of air space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation e Keep all outside doors windows and other openings closed when operat ing the dehumidifier Humid outdoor air will add to the unit s workload Leave the dehumidifier in an upright position for 30 minutes before turning on RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD For your personal safety this appliance must be grounded This appliance has a power supply cord with a 3 prong grounded plug To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a matching grounded electrical out let that complies with the latest edition of the National Electrical Codes and all local codes and ordinances If a grounded 3 prong electrical outlet is not available it is the personal responsi bility and obligation of the customer to have one installed by a qualified electri cian y ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD e Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet e Do not remove the ground pin from the plug Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock DEFROST OPERATION The dehumidifier has a built in defrost control that sen
4. shown in the digital display 13 When the hu midity level of the room reaches the set level the compressor will stop but the fan will continue operating for 3 minutes To set the unit to continu ous operation press the down arrow button until the display shows 35 Press again and the display 13 will show CO The Continuous indi cator 15 will light up on the control panel To leave continuous operation press the UP arrow To check the current humidity setting press the up or down arrow The display will show and set 5 above or below the current settings FAN SPEED 3 Press Fan Speed to toggle between Low Med and High fan speeds Speed will be shown in FAN SPEED INDICATOR 9 BUCKET FULL INDICATOR 14 When the collection bucket is full the BUCKET FULL indicator 14 will light up and you will hear an audible alarm The audible alarm will last up to ten seconds The dehumidifier will not run until the bucket is removed emptied and replaced AUTO MODE 7 Press the AUTO button 7 to select AUTO Mode When AUTO MODE is selected the unit will auto matically choose settings according to the current room humidity level The AUTO indicator 8 will light up when selected The set humidity level is not able to be changed in this mode PUMP MODE 6 Press the PUMP button 6 to select Pump Mode When PUMP MODE is selected the unit will pump the collected water out of the unit Make sure the pump accessories are con
5. inches or 27 0 mm and a pitch of 11 5 TPI FIG 5 Step 3 Remove the drain cover from the back of the bucket prior to seating the bucket in the unit Fig 6 FIG 6 Step 4 Properly insert the bucket into the dehumidifier and thread the hose through the opening left by removing the drain cover Make sure the hose declines down from the unit and there are no kinks Fig 7 FIG 7 x ff tt h N f i f PF f VS j f a F l l Place unit on even surface NOTE When removing the drain hose excess water may spill from the dehumidifier Use a small pan or bowl to catch the water and prevent it from spilling onto the unit or the floor 9 INSTALLING THE PUMP HOSE OPTION 3 USING THE INTERNAL VERTICAL PUMP Only install when us ing pump mode INSTALLING THE INTERNAL PUMP HOSE Step 1 Remove the bucket from the dehumidifier Fig 8 FIG 8 Step 2 Remove the pump hose connector from the top of the bucket It is located to the left of the bucket han dle Fig 9 FIG 9 Step 3 Thread the pump hose connector onto the drain nozzle that is visible after removing the bucket Fig 10 FIG 10 10 INSTALLING THE PUMP HOSE Step 4 Insert the pump hose onto the pump hose con nector Push the clamp towards the connector to se cure the connection Fig 11 FIG 11 Step 5 Remove the drain cover from the bac
6. SOLEUSA aes ENERGY STAR roweredty Oy GREE SOLEUSA roweredty Oy GREE ADDRESS Soleus International Inc 20035 E Walnut Dr N City of Industry CA 91789 WEBSITE www soleusair com TEL 888 876 5387 SG DEH 0EIP 6 Portable Dehumidifier with Internal Pump Operating Instructions V 121030 TABLE OF CONTENTS Package Contents ccccceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeaes 2 Installing the Pump Hose 10 11 NV AINE sxecearnanaetaswannooasna onsedeasanate sarhwascum ease 2 Using the Dehumidifier c ceeecceeee 12 Safety Instructions cceeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 3 Care and Maintenance 0668 eaen 13 Electrical Requirements cccccceeeeeeeeees 4 Troubleshooting ccccccccceceeeeee cee eeeees 14 15 Installation sensein a a A Error Codes oea a e a 16 PIACSMOCN i sssr 5 Product Specifications cccce eee 16 Control Panel ccccccecceeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeee eee 6 Dehumidifier Facts cccccceeeee ees 17 Dehumidifier Operation ccccccecceeeel NOES 0 cece cece cece eee eeeeeeee ease enaens 18 19 Water Disposing Options 8 9 Contact Information 008 Back Cover PACKAGE CONTENTS e Dehumidifier 16 ft Pump Drain Hose and Connector Manual 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Soleus International Inc warrants the accompanying Soleus Air Power
7. 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 salvaged 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 International Inc 20035 E Walnut Dr N City of Industry CA 91789 www soleusair com www soleusgreen com www greeusa com 18 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT CAUTIONS FOR USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER A To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury or damage to the dehumidifiers these safety precautions must be followed Safety e Do not place the power cord or dehumidifi er unit near a heater e Do not use an electrical outlet near flam mable or combustible materials such as gasoline propane paint thinners etc e Do not disassemble or modify dehumidifier parts or components It may cause electric shock and failure e Plug in the power cord properly e Do not turn the unit on and off by inserting or pulling out the power plug e Do not damage the power cord or u
8. ary and could cause illness e Do not allow children to play with this product Tips e Make sure the dehumidifier is the correct size for the area you want to dehumidify It is not designed to dehumidify the entire house e For proper operation the dehumidifier should only be placed on a level floor e Close all doors windows and other Openings to the room The dehumidifier must operate in an enclosed area to be effective e To clean use a soft cloth do not use wax thinners or strong detergents as they may change the color of the unit or cause surface damage e Be sure to replace the bucket properly after emptying to prevent water from col lecting on the floor causing damage to some types of flooring e Do not put a pet or house plant where it will be exposed to direct air flow This could injure the pet or plant e Operation without filter will cause unit failure Insert the filter securely Clean it every two weeks See Care and Mainte nance section in this manual on page 13 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS OBSERVE ALL LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUND PRONG ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED ON THIS APPLIANCE A 115 VOLT 60Hz AC ONLY 15A FUSED AND PROPERLY GROUNDED ELECTRI CAL SUPLLY IS REQUIRED A time delay fuse or time delay circuit breaker is recommended Use a dedi cated circuit serving only this appliance 3 prong grounded plug
9. be changed when the bucket is Malfunction Peau Genser _ If the Error is still indicated however check and clean filter often not in its proper position Malfunction of please contact customer ThedehumidiierfanwilshutarinS Humidity service Call 1 888 876 5387 minutes once the desired Relative Hu Sensor midity RH setting is reached plus or minus 5 RH A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the important PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS found on page 3 before operating this appliance ITEM SG DEH 70EIP 6 Moisture Removal per 24 hours oo per a Allow at least 12 18 of air space on all sides of the dehumidifier and 40 inches of 32 9 Liters per day air space from the filters on the back Do not operate in temperature colder than 41 F This will prevent frost collecting on the coils Power Consumption W 745 Watts E KENES fo a Rated Current Amps PLACEMENT Sound Pressure Level dB L M H 45 47 49 dB A Net Weight 47 4 lbs Dimensions W x D x H 13 75 x 13 75 x 24 25 Energy Star CONTROL PANEL 7 FAN SPEED A LOCK O TIMER O POWER K 0 BUCKET FULL O PUMP LO CONTINUOUS LO FILTER RESET ra N PUMP TROUBLESHOOTING Cont Dehumidifier runs The area to be dehumidi The capacity of your dehum
10. ed by Gree Dehumidifier to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the applications specified in 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 International 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 a condition 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 Damage accidental or otherwise to the unit while in the possession of a consumer not caused by a defect in material or workmanship Damage caused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in the instructions Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear Damage caused by repairs or alterations of the unit by anyone other than those authorized by Soleus International Inc Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service Filter and Accessories ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY SOLEUS INTERNATIONAL INC DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES AND IN NO EVENT SHALL SOLEUS INTERNATIONAL INC S LIABILITY EXCEED
11. from the float OPTION 2 USING THE CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE OPTION Step 1 Remove the bucket from the unit Fig 4 FIG 4 CLEANING THE AIR FILTER After 250 hours of operation the FILTER RESET indicator will light up to remind you to clean and change the air filter It is recommended to periodically check the filter for excess dirt even if the FILTER RESET indicator is off 1 To remove the air filter press the two filter tabs and pull the filter holders away from the back of the unit 2 Remove the filter and clean with warm soapy water Rinse and allow the filter to dry before placing back in the unit 3 Place the filter back into dehumidifier Plug unit back into outlet power the unit on and press and hold the FIL TER key up to 5 seconds on the con trol panel to reset the filter setting NOTE DO NOT place the filter in a dishwasher CAUTION DO NOT operate the dehu midifier without a filter Doing so may cause a unit failure FILTER TABS A CARE AND MAINTENANCE A WARNING e Disconnect power supply cord from receptacle before performing any maintenance CLEANING THE EXTERIOR Clean the cabinet using a damp cloth and a mild detergent Do not use bleach or abrasives CONTROL PANEL Wipe down the control panel with a dry cloth CLEANING THE BUCKET Every few weeks clean the dehumidifier bucket Partially fill the bucket with clean water and mild detergent Swish the mixture around i
12. idifier too much fied is too large may not be adequate for the room size Doors and windows are Close all doors and windows to the open outside Frost appears on The dehumidifier has re This is normal Frost will usually dis the coils cently been turned onor appear within 60 minutes the room temperature is below 41 F Controls cannot be The compressor will turn This is normal Wait approximately 3 set off and the fan will auto minutes until this automatic process matically continue to run finishes then the fan control can be for approximately 3 set to the desired level minutes at a fixed setting unit Water on the floor Hose connection may be Check the hose connection See the loose Drainage Section on page 8 Hose is attached but not Disconnect the hose if using the draining into a drain bucket or place the hose near a drain Unit is discharging Normal Compressor and electric warm air motor discharge nominal heat Water does not Check the drainage con Re install the dehumidifier drainage drain through the nector and hose on the connector and hose according to the dehumidifier drain dehumidifier Is it installed manual hose correctly Check the drain hose for kinks or obstructions Flatten the hose or remove blockage Water does not Check the pump drain Re install the pump drain hose ac drain through the hose on the pump Is it cording to the manual pump drain hose installed co
13. k of the bucket prior to seating the bucket in the unit Fig 12 Place bucket in the dehumidifier for use Fig 13 FIG 12 FIG 13 NOTE When removing the drain hose excess water may spill from the dehumidifier Use a small pan or bowl to catch the water and prevent it from spilling onto the unit or the floor 11
14. n the bucket empty and rinse Replace the bucket when finished NOTE Do not place the bucket in a dishwasher USING THE DEHUMIDIFIER NOTE When installing the pump hose the unit must be running in PUMP MODE Water is pumped a maximum of 16 vertical feet Do not exceed 16 feet for proper operation There is a small backup water tank inside the dehumidifier When using PUMP mode the backup water tank fills up and then water is pumped out of the dehumidifier when full When the unit is not in use for an extended time it is necessary to drain any excess water from the backup tank DRAINING EXCESS WATER IN BACKUP TANK 1 Remove the bucket from the dehumidifier 2 Locate a small pan or bowl to collect the water not supplied 3 Pull the plug from the backup tank and allow the water to drain into the pan or bowl NOTE When using continuous drainage option make sure the garden hose is clear of any obstructions and drains downward Improper installation or use of hose may result in water filling up the bucket and causing the unit to shut off Empty the water bucket if shut off occurs due to bucket full condition Place unit on even surface 12 WATER DISPOSING OPTIONS Step 2 Thread a garden hose not supplied onto the drain nozzle Fig 5 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 in 1 0625
15. nected refer to pages 10 amp 11 prior to using pump mode When select ed the PUMP indicator 16 will light up TIMER DELAY START AUTO ON 4 When the dehumidifier is off it can be set to auto matically turn on in 30 minutes to 24 hours at the previous set mode and fan setting To set the Auto on Timer press the TIMER 4 button on the control panel Each touch of the buttons on the control panel will change the timer setting in 30 min increments 5 hours After 10 hours each press of the button will increase the timer in 1 hour increments Once the timer is set press the TIM ER 4 button once more to save the setting The TIMER indicator 11 will light up at this time TIMER AUTO SHUT OFF 4 When the dehumidifier is on it can be set to auto matically turn off in 30 minutes to 24 hours To set the Auto off Timer press the TIMER 4 button on the control panel Each touch of the buttons on the control panel will change the timer setting in 30 minute increments 5 hours After 10 hours each press of the button will increase the timer in 1 hour increments Once the timer is set press the TIMER 4 button once more to save the setting The TIMER indicator 11 will light up at this time FILTER RESET 17 The FILTER RESET indicator 17 will light up when the filter needs cleaning Remove the filter and clean accordingly Replace the filter when finished and press FILTER 5 to reset the filter indicator
16. o lower the percent humidity desired in enough the room or set the dehumidifier to CO for continuous operation Airflow is restricted Doors and windows may Check that all doors windows and other not be closed tightly Openings are securely closed Water is not draining through drain hose Make sure the drain is placed below the drain connector nozzle to allow gravity to drain the water Refer to Gravity Drain Hose section in this manual Room temperature is too Moisture removal is best at higher room tem peratures Lower room temperatures will re duce the moisture removal rate This model is designed to operate at temperatures above 41 F Filter needs to be Once filter has been cleaned press the FIL cleaned every 250 hours TER button for 3 seconds to turn the filter of use indicator off DEHUMIDIFIER OPERATON POWER ON OFF 1 Once the unit is plugged in the POWER INDICA TOR 10 will light Pressing the POWER button once will turn the unit ON and illuminate the digi tal display 13 The fan will operate for 3 minutes to draw air through the dehumidifier to properly sense relative humidity The display will show the humidity level of the room in 1 incre ments down to a minimum of 30 Pressing the Power button again will turn the display OFF and the unit will cease operating HUMIDITY LEVEL 2 The humidity level can be set in 5 increments in a range from 35 to 80 The humidity setting is
17. rrectly Check the pump drain Flatten the hose or remove blockage hose for kinks or obstructions 15 TROUBLESHOOTING Dehumidifier does not start Dehumidifier is not operating as Intended Filter Indicator is lit The dehumidifier is un Make sure the dehumidifier s plug is pushed plugged completely into the outlet Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker The fuse is blown cir cuit breaker is tripped Dehumidifier has reached the user set humidity level or the bucket is full The dehumidifier automatically turns off when either condition occurs Change to a lower setting or empty the water bucket and replace properly Bucket is not in the prop The bucket must be in place and securely er position seated for the dehumidifier to operate Power Failure There is a protective time delay up to 3 min to prevent tripping of the compressor overload For this reason the unit may not start normal dehumidification for 3 min after it is powered back on Not enough time allowed When first installed allow at least 24 hours to for unit to remove mois achieve the desired humidity level ture Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture blocking the side or back of the de humidifier Dirty filter See the Cleaning The Air Filter section on page 13 The user set Humidity To reduce moisture press the down arrow Level may not be set low button t
18. se an unspecified power cord e Do not modify power cord length e Do not share the outlet with another appli ance e Always plug into a grounded outlet Not grounding unit may cause electrical shock e Unplug the unit if it emits strange sounds odors or smoke e Do not use an electrical outlet if it is loose or damaged e Do not operate or plug in unit with wet hands or in a wet environment e Ventilate area before operating dehumidifi er Check for the presence of natural gas or the buildup of other combustible vapors e Do not clean the dehumidifier with water Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation resulting in an electrical shock e If water enters the product turn off the de humidifier s power switch then unplug the unit Do not plug in unit until it has been inspected by an authorized repair service e Because the fan rotates at high speed dur ing operation always unplug dehumidifier before attempting any recommended maintenance or cleaning e Do not block the inlet or outlet It may cause unit to fail or to operate inefficiently e Do not remove plug from outlet by pulling on the cord e When not in use turning the unit off will save energy Unplug the dehumidifier when not using for long periods of time e When removing the filter be aware that some metal parts may have sharp edges and may cause injury e Do not use the water collected in the bucket for drinking purposes It is not sanit
19. ses frost buildup on the evaporator coils During defrosting the compressor will automatically turn off the fan will contin ue running to defrost the coils Dehumidifier Facts RECOMMENDED HUMIDITY LEVELS ACCORDING TO ENERGY STAR 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 depends on the dehu midifier model Maximum number of times to empty the bucket when operating at full Pints of moisture re moved per every 24 hour period capacity during a 24 hour period SG DEH 7 0EIP 6 70 Pints Up to 5 times LESS MOISTURE BEING REMOVED OVER TIME IS A GOOD THING Using a dehumidifier will cause your area to maintain a more comfortable hu midity level Over time this humidity level will become more and more sta ble 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 is removing less moisture from the air or the bucket is taking longer to fill up This is a direct result of your de humidifier creating a more stable humidity level in your area
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