Install Instructions
Technical Description
DR65A3000 uses a refrigeration system similar to 
an air conditioner to remove heat and moisture from 
incoming air and add heat to the air that is discharged. 
Hot, high-pressure refrigerant gas is routed from the 
compressor to the condenser coil. The refrigerant is 
cooled and condensed by giving up its heat to the 
air that is about to be discharged from the unit. The 
refrigerant liquid then passes through a filter drier and 
capillary tubing which causes the refrigerant pressure 
and temperature to drop. It next enters the evaporator 
coil where it absorbs heat from the incoming air and 
evaporates. The evaporator operates in a flooded 
condition, which means that all the evaporator tubes 
contain liquid refrigerant during normal operation. A 
flooded evaporator should maintain nearly constant 
pressure and temperature across the entire coil, from 
inlet to outlet.
Troubleshooting videos are available on the Resideo Pro YouTube channel playlist.
CONDENSER
EVAPORATOR
CAPILLARY
TUBES
ACCUMULATOR
COMPRESSOR
STRAINER/FILTER
DRIER
M27404
Problem Recommended Troubleshooting Steps
No dehumidification. Neither 
fan nor compressor run and the 
ventilation timer is OFF.
1.  Unit unplugged or no power to outlet.
2.  Humidity control set too high or defective.
3.  Loose connection in internal or control wiring.
4.  Defective compressor relay.
5.  Defective control transformer.
6.  Optional Condensate Pump Safety Switch open.
No dehumidification. Compressor 
does not run but fan runs when 
there is a call for dehumidification 
and the ventilation control is OFF.
1.  Defective compressor run capacitor.
2.  Bad connection in compressor circuit.
3.  Defective compressor overload.
4.  Defective compressor.
5.  Defrost thermostat open.
6.  Optional Condensate Pump Safety Switch open.
Fan runs when there is a call 
for dehumidification and the 
ventilation control is OFF, but the 
compressor cycles on and off too 
frequently.
1.  Low ambient temperature and/or humidity causing unit to cycle 
through defrost mode.
2.  Defective compressor overload.
3.  Defective compressor.
4.  Defrost thermostat defective.
5.  Dirty air filter(s) or airflow restricted.
6.  Low refrigerant charge, causing defrost control to cycle.
7.  Bad connection in compressor circuit. Fan does not run with 
fan switch in either position.
Troubleshooting
CAUTION: Servicing the DR65A3000 with its high pressure refrigerant system and high 
voltage circuitry presents a health hazard which could result in death, serious bodily injury, 
and/or property damage. Service should only be performed by a qualified service technician.
DR65A3000 Dehumidification System 33-00297EFS—07
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