Friedrich ENERGY STAR (D40C / D50C / D65C) Installation Operation & Guide J IU_ _Ui DEHUMIDIFIER MODELS 115Volts • D30C • D40C • D50C • D65C Register Your Dehumidifier Model information can be found on the name plate on the front of the unit behind the condensate bucket. To register your dehumidifier, complete and mail the enclosed registration card, or register on-line at www.friedrich.com (USA only). For your future convenience, record the model information here.
Safety Precautions ......................................3 Installation ................................................. Prior to Operation .......................................7 Maintenance 13 and Service ......................... 14 Instruction ...................................................8 Electrical Safety ..........................................9 Operating Instructions .............................
SafetyPrecautions READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE • To prevent injury to the user, others or property damage, the following instructions must be followed. • Incorrect operation due to ignoring instructions will cause harm or damage; the seriousness is classified by the following indications. I_iL WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury. ,_ CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property onty.
SafetyPrecautions • It will cause electric shock or fire. • It will cause electric shock or fire. • No grounding may cause electric shock. • Otherwise it may cause a fire or an electric shock. • It may cause fire and electric shock. • It may cause electric shock. • tt may cause explosion, fire, and burn. • Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation, tt may cause an electric shock.
Safety Precautions CAUTION • Installation • Theyaresharpandmaycause injury. , It may cause failure of appliance or performance deterioration. • It may cause electric shock and damage. 0 • It wilt waste power consumption in vain and it may cause an accident. • It may damage the dehumidifier or cause other damage or injury. • tt is not designed to dehumidify the entire house. 0 0 • It should withstand around 90 Ibs (40kg) of weight.
Safety Precautions • Operation • The appearance of the dehumidifier may deteriorate, change color, or develop surface flaws. • Otherwise, it will cause property damage. • Low temperatures could cause coils to frost. • This could injure the pet or plant. • It is a general use appliance not precision equiment. • It is not sanitary and could cause ilIness or personal injury. i......... ..........i • Operation without filters wili cause failure.
PriortoOperation PREPARING FOR OPERATION 1. Plug in the power plug properly. 2. Use a dedicated circuit. 3. Do not use an extension cord. 4. Do not start/stop operation by plugging/unplugging 5. If the cord/plug the power cord. is damaged, only replace it with an authorized replacement part. USAGE 1. Being exposed to direct airflow for an extended health. Do not expose occupants, period of time could be hazardous to your pets, or plants to direct airflow for extended periods of time. 2.
Instruction SYMBOLS r_Lr*]rif-1!_ USED IN THIS MANUAL This symbol alerts you to the risk of electric dehumidifier. This symbol alerts you to hazards that could This symbol indicates special shock. cause harm to the notes. PARTS WARNING: This appliance wiring regulations.
Electrical Safety WARNING: This appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug. To minimize the risk of electric shock, use the plug with a standard three-slot grounding wall power outlet. If the power outlet does not include a grounding slot, have a qualified electrician replace the outlet before you use the dehumidifier. Preferred method -[nsure proper ground exists before use ,_ WARNING: power plug.
Electrical Safety TEMPORARY USE OF AN ADAPTER We strongly discourage the use of an adapter due to potential safety hazards. For temporary connections, use only a UL-listed adapter, available from most local hardware stores. To disconnect the power cord from the adapter, use one hand on each to avoid damaging the ground terminal. Avoid frequently unplugging the power cord as this can lead to eventual ground terminal damage.
Operating Instructions 7 5 CONTROL 4 6 3 PANEL 1. POWER key --- Pressing this key once turns the dehumidifier "ON" and pressing again turns the dehumidifier "OFF". 2. HUMIDITY CONTROL keys --- Are used to select the desired humidity setting. • A : Used to raise the desired humidity setting. • _ : Used to lower the desired humidity setting. • The desired humidity can be selected within a range of 35% to 70% RH in increments of 5%. • If you press the _ key once again at 35%RH, "On" mode is selected.
Operating Instructions AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF The dehumidifier will turn off automatically when the bucket is full, or when the bucket is removed or not reptaced in the proper position. The bucket must be replaced in the proper position for the dehumidifier to work. The light will be on and the dehumidifier will not run if the bucket is not in the proper position. Water leveI control switch DISPOSING 1. Empty OF COLLECTED the bucket manually.
Installation CHOOSING THE PROPER LOCATION FOR YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER • Use the dehumidifier in a basement to help prevent moisture damage. INSTALLING 1. Allow at • Use the dehumidifier in laundry bathing, and dishwashing areas which have excessive moisture, THE DEHUMIDIFIER * Use the dehumidifier to prevent moisture damage where books are stored. PROPERLY least 12 inches of space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation. 2. Install your dehumidifier on a floor, table, or shelf.
Maintenance and Service Your dehumidifier is designed to serve you yearround, tt needs practically no attention. However, you should check your dehumidifier and inspect the coils annually. You may want an Authorized Service Center to perform this annual checkup. (Cost of the inspection is the owner's responsibility.) OR If you are familiar with electrical appliances and their functions, listed below are instructions which would allow you to perform the inspection and maintenance yourself.
Maintenance and Service TROUBLESHOOTING The dehumidifier may be operating abnormally when: • Make sure the dehumidifier completely into the outlet. plug is pushed • Check the house fuse or circuit breaker box Dehumidifier does not start and replace the fuse or reset the breaker. • The dehumidifier automatically turns off when this occurs. Empty the bucket. • Make sure the bucket is in the right place. • Lower the humidity setting.
Friedrich FRIEDRICH AIR CONDITIONING Posf Office Box (210) ] 540 • San Anfonio, 357-4400 * FAX (210) Texas CO, 78295-1540 357-4490 DEHUMIDIFIER LIMITED WARRANTY FIRST YEAR ANY PART: If any part supplied by FRIEDRICH fails because of a defect in wolkmanship ol rnaterial within twelve months from date of original purchase, FRIEDRICH will repair the product at no charge, provided dehumidifier is reasonably accessible for service.
