GEAppliances APEL70, Owner'S Manual

There are 2 ways to remove collected water:

1

 Use the bucket.

 When the bucket is removed, the unit 

will shut off. Empty and replace the bucket. 

IMPORTANT:

 Do not use the hose if using the bucket 

to collect water. When the hose is connected, water 

will flow through it onto the floor instead of into the 

bucket.

NOTES:

Ŷ

   Do not remove the bucket while the dehumidifier 

is operating or if it has just stopped operating. This 

might cause some water to drip from the drain 

pan.

Ŷ

   The bucket must be in place and securely seated 

for the dehumidifier to operate.

2

Use a hose.

 Water can be automatically emptied into 

a floor drain by attaching a garden water hose (not 

included).

1.

  Remove the bucket from the front of the unit. 

2.

  Open the drain cover on the side of the unit.

3.

  Thread a garden hose (not supplied) onto the 

nozzle, cut to length, and lead it to the floor drain.

4.

  Replace the bucket in the unit.

NOTE: The bucket must be in place and securely 

seated for the dehumidifier to operate.

3

Use the internal pump. 

Water can be automatically 

emptied into a remote location by attaching the 

included pump hose. 

1.

  Attach the pump hose to the hose connector by 

pushing the tube fitting into the connector until it 

fits into place (should not be able to remove the 

hose when pulled).

2.

  Position the hose discharge to the desired location.

3.

  Make sure the pump is activated. To activate the 

pump, press and hold the Pump On/Off button for 

3 seconds. The Internal Pump On indicator light will 

flash then remain illuminated once the 3 seconds 

are complete.  

IMPORTANT: 

Make sure the condensate hose is 

properly connected and is not kinked, bent or cracked 

as this may cause water to flow onto the floor. The 

bucket must also be fully seated for the pump to work 

properly.  Do not operate the machine if the room 

temperature is 32F or below. 

NOTES:

Ŷ

   Maximum lift height is 16ft

Ŷ

   The bucket must be in place and securely seated 

for the dehumidifier and pump to operate.

Make sure to install hose (included) before activating 

the pump.

To Install Hose:  Push in hose and gently pull to make 

sure it is secure.

To Release Hose:  Hold the grey ring while puling to 

remove

Always make sure the water bucket is locked into place on the dehumidifier.

Using the dehumidifier. 

Removing Collected Water

NOTE: Support bucket with 

both hands when emptying. 

6

1. Hold grey ring in

2.  Pull hose out

Push hose in

Install hose at connector 
on backside of machine

DO NOT kink or crimp hose, 

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