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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can I fi nd support and warranty information?
 

Support and warranty information is found on the warranty card. Warranty is limited to 

original owner.

2. What is the recommended setting for the dehumidifi er?
 

The recommended Relative Humidity (RH) setting for the DH-10 is 60%.

3. Where is the best place to locate the dehumidifi er?
 

Locate the unit in the galley, berth, head or where the air is stagnant and may cause mold 

or mildew to form (on a boat). Direct the exhaust of the unit toward the problem area is. DO NOT 
operate the dehumidifi er or other electrical appliances in the bilge, engine room, or fuel storage 
rooms where gasoline, deisel or other combustible vapors may accumulate.  If using in a home, 
bathrooms, laundry rooms, and basement crawl spaces are ideal locations for the dehumidifi er.  

4. Who is the manufacturer? 
 

DH-10 Dehumidifi ers are manufactured in the USA by McIntire Company, in Bristol, CT.

5. What kind of maintenance is required on the unit?
 

The DH-10 was designed to be maintenance free under normal operating conditions.             

Occasionally, check the drain hose, drain base and evaporator coils as described in the cleaning 
and maintenance section of this manual. 

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Summary of Contents for DH-10

Page 1: ...old and Mildew Growth Helps Eliminate Musty Odors Reduces Condensation Features Lightweight Steel Cabinet Lowest Power Consumption Continuous Drain Convenient Carrying Handles Automatic Humidistat Compact and Portable Design UL Approved Specifications Weight 38 Lbs Dimensions LxWxH 15 5 x 12 x 12 5 Energy Use 150 Watts at 115 VAC Starting Current 194 4 Watts Humidistat 20 80 Relative Humidity Ambi...

Page 2: ...a wall or ceiling mount ensure that the unit is mounted securely and remains level 6 Do not store or use flammable chemicals gases or liquids such as gasoline or diesel fuel in the vicinity of this unit or any other electrical appliances 7 If used on a boat do not operate the dehumidifier or other electrical appli ance in the bilge or engine room where gasoline diesel fuel or other combus tible va...

Page 3: ...e be sure to not cause any kinks or other sharp bends in the hose Do NOT drink the water that collects in the drain pan Operation Be sure to plug the unit into a 3 prong grounded receptacle that has a properly rated and protected AC power source such as shore power or an inverter 1 The dehumidifier runs on normal AC only 115 VAC household or shore power Make sure it is connected to a grounded 3 pr...

Page 4: ...which could result in an explosion 3 Do not store or use flammable chemicals gases or liquids such as gasoline or diesel fuel in rooms with an RH below 30 since in a very dry room static electricity discharge may ignite combustible vapors which may result in an explosion Cleaning and Maintenance Use a non abrasive cleanser on the cabinet and wipe off with a clean rag to keep the cabinet looking ne...

Page 5: ...e the air around and toward the unit Check that nothing is blocking the unit Close all outside doors hatch es portholes etc Dirty coils interfere with the dehumidifier s ability to re move moisture from the ambi ent air Have the evaporator coils properly cleaned Check the humidity first At a low humidity level and temper ature below 65F the amount of moisture that can be collected is greatly reduc...

Page 6: ...n and other factors may need to be addressed when storing your equipment These agents may include visible light ul traviolet radiation tempurature dirt etc which may effect your environment These ranges only address relative humidity levels as recommended by the NPS Paintings 40 65 Paper 45 55 Photographs Film Negatives 30 40 Other Organics wood leather textiles etc 45 60 Metals 35 Pg 6 ...

Page 7: ...e unit toward the problem area is DO NOT operate the dehumidifier or other electrical appliances in the bilge engine room or fuel storage rooms where gasoline deisel or other combustible vapors may accumulate If using in a home bathrooms laundry rooms and basement crawl spaces are ideal locations for the dehumidifier 4 Who is the manufacturer DH 10 Dehumidifiers are manufactured in the USA by McIn...

Page 8: ...n to McIntire Company without prior authorization and an RGA number To contact McIntire Company for repair or warranty service 745 Clark Ave Bristol CT 06010 Toll Free 800 437 9247 Fax 860 314 4500 This warranty is good only in the continental boundary of the United States For export consult factory Pg 8 ...

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