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PARTS AND CONTROLS 

 

Energy Saver 

When the unit is running on normal operation, once the RH% is reached, the fan will still run continuously to avoid 

high start-up amperage which makes the unit energy-efficient . Please note that the fan may run continuously or 

shut off intermittently depending on the RH% and set humidity. 

 

7. Timer Button 

Press to activate the Timer delay feature, in conjunction with the Down and Up Buttons.  

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Timer Delay Switch Off 

When the appliance is ON, press the Timer button to activate Auto-stop function and the Timer OFF 

light will come on. Set the desired time delay OFF hours by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons. The 

time increments are 1 hour up to 24 hours. When the delay time set has elapsed, the appliance switch-

es off. To cancel the delayed switch off function, set the time to “00” or turn off the appliance.

 

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Timer Delay Switch On 

When the appliance is OFF, press the Timer button to activate Auto-start function and Timer ON light 

will come on. Set the desired time delay ON hours by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons. The time 

increments are 1 hour up to 24 hours. When the delay time set has elapsed, the appliance turns on. To 

cancel the delayed switch on function, set the time to “00” or turn off the appliance. 

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Timer Delay Switch On and Off Sequence 

When the appliance is OFF, press the Timer button to activate Auto-start function and Timer light ON 

will come on. Set the desired time delay ON hours by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons. Once Timer 

Delay Switch On is placed, press the Timer button again to activate Auto-stop function and the Timer 

OFF light will come on. Set the desired time delay OFF hours by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons. 

When the delay time set has elapsed, the appliance switches off. To cancel the delayed switch off func-

tion, set the time to “00” or turn off the appliance. 

 

Bucket Full Indicator 

The appliance will run continuously until the set RH% is reached or when the drain bucket is full. When the drain 

bucket is full, the Full indicator light will illuminate and the dehumidifier will stop operating. Remove the water in the 

bucket with two hands, then place the drain bucket back to it's proper position and the machine will start operating 

again.   

NOTE: The Full Indicator light will be off even if the water is full in Water Pump Drain Method. See page 13. 

 

Auto Defrost Indicator 

In the event frost builds up on the evaporator coils, the compressor will cycle off and the fan will continue to run 

until the frost is evaporated. This happens when the appliance is operating in low temperatures (less than 53°F or 

12°C), which affects the efficiency of the dehumidifier. When this happens, the Auto Defrost light will turn on and 

the machine will go into periodic defrost mode automatically. Defrost time may vary. If the dehumidifier freezes up, 

turn the appliance off for few hours and then restart.  The appliance will not operate satisfactorily if the room tem-

perature is below 41°F 

 

 

Summary of Contents for RPD-501WP

Page 1: ...FIER WITH PUMP Congratulations on your new Whynter product To ensure proper operation please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference Model RPD 501WP INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... be obtained from your local municipal authority Thank you for choosing the Whynter Portable Dehumidifier Please follow the instructions provided in this user guide to obtain the very best performance from your dehumidifier We trust that your Whynter dehumidifier will provide the performance and reliability that we stand for Your Whynter dehumidifier is designed to remove moisture in the air by co...

Page 3: ... SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 INTRODUCTION TECHNICAL DATA 5 PARTS AND CONTROLS 6 9 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 10 11 WATER DRAINAGE INSTRUCTIONS 12 14 MAINTENANCE 15 TIPS ON WHEN TO USE YOUR PORTABLE DEHUMIDIFIER 16 TROUBLESHOOTING 17 18 WARRANTY INFORMATION 19 ...

Page 4: ... adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker have a qualified electrician install an outlet that is appropriate to local electrical codes and requirements Do not use multiple socket or of an extension cord as it may overheat and become a risk of fire Make sure the power plug is clean before usage Do not turn this appliance on and off by plugging and unplugging Always u...

Page 5: ...ce and efficiency from your dehumidifier Do not cover the air intake and outlet Do not place the appliance 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 RH and 60 RH depending on the ambient temperature Make ...

Page 6: ...6 PARTS AND CONTROLS OTHER ACCESSORIES 1 20 Continuous Gravity Drain hose 2 Continuous 6 75 Gravity Drain short hose and adapter 3 16 5 ft pump drain hose 4 Screws 2 pieces ...

Page 7: ...tton and the light will turn off 3 Fan Button Press to select either Turbo or Normal fan speed Press the Fan button to engage Turbo Fan mode The Turbo light will illuminate Press the Fan button again to set the unit to Normal Fan mode The Turbo light will turn off when Normal Fan mode is activated 4 Power Button Press to turn the dehumidifier on and off 5 6 Down Up Buttons Humidity Set Control But...

Page 8: ...er light ON will come on Set the desired time delay ON hours by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons Once Timer Delay Switch On is placed press the Timer button again to activate Auto stop function and the Timer OFF light will come on Set the desired time delay OFF hours by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons When the delay time set has elapsed the appliance switches off To cancel the delayed switch off ...

Page 9: ... completed the display shows the approximate room humidity level in a range of 30 RH Relative Humidity to 90 RH Auto Restart In the event of a power outage appliance restarts at the previously set function mode and settings when power is restored not applicable to Timer Function Error Codes and Protection Code AS Humidity Sensor Error Unplug the unit and plug it back in ES Temperature Sensor Error...

Page 10: ...ses fungi and spores WARNING NEVER OPERATE THE DEHUMIDIFIER WITHOUT THE FILTER START OPERATION 1 Ensure that the appliance is connected to the power socket 2 Make sure the drain bucket is placed in proper position 3 Make sure filter is installed 4 When the unit is turned on for the first time if the bucket full lamp lights up just pull out the drain bucket then push it back to the proper position ...

Page 11: ... maximum performance Allow at least 10 of air space on all sides of the appliance for good air circulation and 20 or more above the appliance NOTE Dehumidifiers working in a basement will have little or no effect on adjacent enclosed rooms such as closets unless there is enough circulation of air in and out of the enclosed area If the appliance has been switched off and needs to be switched on aga...

Page 12: ...idifier to operate 5 The machine will restart when the drain bucket is restored in its correct position If the unit was turned off prior to the removal of the drain bucket press the Power button to restore operation When you remove the drain bucket do not touch any inside parts of the unit Doing so may damage the product and result to injury Be sure to push the drain bucket gently all the way into...

Page 13: ...in outlet at the back of the unit 3 Remove the drain bucket 4 Insert the continuous gravity drain hose assembly through the continuous gravity drain outlet See Fig 10 5 From the front of the unit and with the drain bucket removed make sure the contin uous gravity drain hose is securely inserted to the internal connector See Fig 11 6 Install the two screws provided to the con tinuous gravity drain ...

Page 14: ...n when the outdoor temper ature is equal to or less than 32 F Otherwise water hose may be blocked as the water will turn to ice and cause the unit to fail When the pump drain feature is not being used remove the pump drain hose from the outlet 1 Make sure the continuous gravity drain assem bly is removed from the continuous gravity drain outlet and the plastic cover is installed 2 Insert the 16 ft...

Page 15: ... the main unit NOTE Do not clean the bucket in a dishwasher 3 Cleaning the air filter To ensure the air intake is filtered properly and to assure that your dehumidifi er runs efficiently it is recommended to clean the air filter at least once every two weeks Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose dust and dirt Rinse the air filter under warm or cold running water no hotter ...

Page 16: ...oom If your home is musty you will want to use your portable dehu midifier especially if you have respiratory trouble or allergies This unit can also help relieve symptoms by control ling the relative humidity inside your home and a good idea in general if your home has such underlying problems as a leaky foundation walls or inadequate ventilation or if you live in a humid area By keeping the rela...

Page 17: ...laced in a space that does not restrict air flowing into the rear coil or out of the front grille Set the RH level and the appliance will stop when the set RH is reached The dehumidifier runs but the room is not dry enough Humidity setting RH is too high The dehumidifier does not have sufficient clearance to operate Room temperature is too low Windows or doors are opened Set the humidity level to ...

Page 18: ...u want to remove more moisture set the unit on Continuous operation Empty drain bucket and insert the bucket to the appliance properly The pump indicator light blinks Water pump filter is dirty Water pump drain hose is ob structed or kinked Clean the filter of the pump Make sure that the water pump drain hose is not obstructed Water on floor Drain bucket is not installed properly Drain hose connec...

Page 19: ...aused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in the instructions Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear Damage caused by repairs or alterations to the product by anyone other than authorized by the manufacturer Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REM...

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