GE APEL50, Owner'S Manual

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Using the Dehumidifier

Choosing a Location

How the Dehumidifier Operates

Moist, humid air is drawn over a cold refrigerated 

dehumidifying coil. Moisture in the air condenses on this coil 

and drains into a bucket (or through a hose and drain). 
Dry, clean air is drawn through the condenser where it is 

heated and discharged out the top grille into the room.

It is normal for the surrounding air to become slightly 

warmer as the dehumidifier operates. 

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 coil is defrosted, the compressor or fan will 

automatically restart and dehumidifying will resume. 

OPERA

TING INSTRUCTIONS

When first using the dehumidifier, operate the unit continuously for 24 hours.

A dehumidifier operating in a basement will have little or no 

effect in drying an 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.

■    This dehumidifier is intended for indoor residential 

applications only. This dehumidifier should not be used 

for commercial or industrial applications.

■   Place the dehumidifier on a smooth, level floor strong 

enough to support the unit with a full bucket of water.

■   Allow at least 18 inches of air space on all sides of the 

unit for good air circulation.

■   Place the dehumidifier in an area where the temperature 

will not fall below 41°F (5°C) or above 90°F (32°C). The 

coils can become covered with frost at temperatures 

below 41°F, which may reduce performance.

■   The suggested range of relative humidity is between 

30% and 90%

■   Use the dehumidifier in cooking, laundry, bathing and 

dishwashing areas that have excessive moisture.  

NOTE: 

Place the dehumidifier away from the 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. 

NOTE: 

The dehumidifier has rollers to aid placement, 

but it should only be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces.  

Do not attempt to roll the dehumidifier on carpet or  

over objects.

41 °F

(5 °C)

41 °F

(5 °C)

Above

Below

Correct

Wrong

at least 18 inches

at least 18 inches