EdgeStar DEP650EW - Manual (Page 12)

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Maintenance continued
If you are not going to be using the unit for an extended period of time,
follow the instructions below before storing your unit:
1) Turn off the unit and wait 24 hours before emptying the water tank.
2) Drain all the water from the water tank.
3) Clean the air filter, water tank and unit.
4) Unplug and carefully wind the power cord.
5) Cover the unit with a plastic bag.
6) Store the unit in an upright position in a dry, well-ventilated place.
Energy Saving Guide
Read and follow the guide below to get the best performance and
efficiency from your portable dehumidifier:
 Do not cover the air outlet (exhaust) while in use.
 Do not place the unit in front of curtains or drapes- to ensure they do
not obstruct the air intake.
 Keep curtains, blinds or drapes closed during the sunniest part of the
day.
 Close all windows and doors.
 Indoor relative humidity should ideally be kept between 35 and 60
percent depending on the ambient temperature.
 Make sure the unit is on a level surface.
 To prolong the compressor's life, please wait at least 3 minutes before
turning the unit back on after shutting it off.
 Inspect and keep the pre-filters clean by cleaning regularly.
 Perform routine maintenance.
Troubleshooting
Follow the troubleshooting chart to resolve common issues.
Issue Possible Cause Solution
My dehumidifier does not
dry the air
Insufficient time to dry
Run the unit for a longer
period of time
Air intake or Exhaust
vents are blocked
Make sure there are no
towels, curtains, or
furniture blocking the
front and back of the unit
Humidity control may not
be set low enough
Lower the humidity
control. Run the unit in
continuous mode
Opened windows or
doors Close all windows and
doors
Room temperature is too
low (below 41ºF) Increase the room
temperature
There is a kerosene
heater or something
giving off water vapor in
the room
Remove any device
producing water vapor
Frost appears on the
coils
This is normal behavior
The dehumidifier has an
auto-defrost feature
Preparation for Storage