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Customer Service

Troubleshooting T

ips

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Care and Cleaning

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About the controls on the dehumidifier.

Controls

Humidity Control

When you first use the dehumidifier, turn 
the humidity control to 

CONTINUOUS

, the

highest setting. At this setting, the unit will
operate continuously. Keep it at this setting
for three to four days.

When the excess moisture and dampness
odors are gone, adjust the control to a lower
setting. Use the dehumidifier as long as
excess moisture is present.

Fan Speed 

(on some models)

The fan control adjusts the fan speed. 

Set the fan control to 

HIGH

for maximum

moisture removal. When the humidity has
been reduced and quiet operation is
preferred, set the fan control to 

LOW.

Other Features

BUCKET FULL Light

Glows when the bucket is ready to be emptied.

Auto Shut Off

The Water Level Control Switch shuts off the dehumidifier when the bucket is full.

Auto Defrost

When frost builds up on the cooling coils, the compressor will cycle off until the 
frost disappears. The fan continues to run.

DR

YE

R

HUMIDITY

CONTROL

CONTINUOUS

OFF

FAN

SPEED

Summary of Contents for AHG40

Page 1: ...ng the Water Bucket 7 Adjusting the Water Level 7 Care and Cleaning Grille and Case 8 Air Filter 8 Cleaning Inside the Unit 8 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 9 Customer Service Produc...

Page 2: ...money over the life of your dehumidifier READ THIS MANUAL IF YOU NEED SERVICE You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Trouble...

Page 3: ...or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance When using this dehumidifier always follow basic safety precautions including the following SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3 Cu...

Page 4: ...d If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use If the adapter ground terminal breaks DO NOT USE the dehumidifier until a proper ground has been established...

Page 5: ...setting Use the dehumidifier as long as excess moisture is present Fan Speed on some models The fan control adjusts the fan speed Set the fan control to HIGH for maximum moisture removal When the humi...

Page 6: ...ng a Location The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most effective Close all doors windows and other outside openings to the room Place the dehumidifier in a location that does n...

Page 7: ...in the proper position for the Water Level Control Switch to work The Water Level Control Switch will automatically turn off the dehumidifier at the fill level you have selected Loosen the screw to ch...

Page 8: ...n the grille Use a vacuum attachment or brush Air Filter The air filter is on the back of the dehumidifier It should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary To remove...

Page 9: ...ture blocking the front or back of the dehumidifier The control may not Turn the Humidity Control knob to a higher number be set high enough Doors and windows may not Check that all doors windows and...

Page 10: ...ubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Sa...

Page 11: ...Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Notes 11...

Page 12: ...ubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Sa...

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Page 15: ...trical plumbing and other connecting facilities Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the product or due to unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary main...

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