en USER MANUAL Dehumidifier MDP Rated voltage: 115V Rated power: 295 ~ 690W Frequency: 60Hz Moisture removal: 30 ~ 70 Pints/day Warning notices: Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference. The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Consult with your dealer or manufacturer for details. version A - 09 - 2018 C C C www.midea.
Owner’s Manual 0 Safety Precautions ............................................................................ 3 1 Unit Specifications and Features ................................................... 6 2 Operating Instructions ..................................................................... 7 3 Installation Instructions ................................................................... 13 4 Care and Cleaning ...........................................................................
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions To prevent injury to the user or personal and property damage, these instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage. The level of risk is shown by the following indications. This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury. WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property. CAUTION WARNING • Plug in power plug properly.
Safety Precautions CAUTION • Do not use the unit in small spaces. Lack of ventilation can cause overheating and fire. • Do not use in places where water may splash onto the unit. Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation. It may cause an electric shock or fire. • Place the unit on a level, sturdy section of the floor. If the unit falls over, it may cause water to spill and damage belongings, or cause electrical shock or fire.
Safety Precautions WARNING - Electrical Information • The manufactures nameplate is located on the rear panel of the unit and contains electrical and other technical data specific to this unit. • Be sure the unit is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire hazards, proper grounding is important. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazards. • Your unit must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle.
Unit Specifications and Features 1 Unit Specifications and Features Product overview Front Rear Control panel Panel Handle (both sides) Air outlet Air intake Air filter (behind the grill) Water bucket Water level window Caster Continuous drain hose outlet Power cord buckle (placed in the water bucket, used only when storing the unit.) Installed as shown below Pump drain hose outlet (on some models) Power cord Power plug Fig.
2 Operating Instructions CAUTION Key Pad Features Pump indicator light Comfort dehumidifying operation on indicator light Auto defrost operation on indicator light Continuous operation on indicator light Bucket full indicator light Clean filter indicator light defrost High fan indicator light Timer on/off indicator light LED Display full timer NOTE The appearance of the control panel on your unit may vary slightly. Functions will be similar.
(COMFORT) Button Press to activate the comfort dehumidifying operation. NOTE When COMFORT function is turned on, set humidity is automatic and cannot be changed manually. Operating Instructions (FILTER) Button This feature is a reminder to clean the Air Filter for more efficient operation. The LED (light) will illuminate after 250 hours of operation. To reset after cleaning the filter, press the Filter button and the light will go off. The 250 hour counter will reset.
Other Features Press or hold the and key buttons to change the Timer by 0.5 hour increments, up to 10 hours, then at 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The control will count down the time remaining until start. • The selected time will register in 5 seconds and the system will automatically revert back to display the previous humidity setting.
Removing Collected Water There are three ways to remove collected water: 1. Use the bucket Operating Instructions • When the unit is off, if the bucket is full, the Full indicator light will light. • When the unit is on, if the bucket is full, the compressor and the fan turn off, and the Full indicator light will light, the digital display shows P2. • Slowly pull out the bucket. Grip the left and right handles securely, and carefully pull out straight so water does not spill.
2. Continuous draining Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain by attaching the unit with a water hose (Id Ø 5/16”, not included) with a female threaded end (ID: M = 1”, not included). • Remove the plastic cover from the back drain outlet of the unit and set aside, then insert the drain hose through the drain outlet of the unit and lead the drain hose to the floor drain or a suitable drainage facility. (See Fig. 9 and Fig.
NOTE The pump may generate a loud noise for the first 3~5 minutes of operation. Operating Instructions • Make sure the hose is secure so there are no leaks. • Direct the hose toward the drain, making sure that there are no kinks that will stop the water flowing. • Place the end of the hose into the drain. • Select the desired humidity setting and fan speed on the unit for pump draining to start. NOTE The pump operation light blinks when a failure occurs.
3 Installation Instructions Positioning the Unit A dehumidifier operating in a basement will have little or no effect in drying an adjacent enclosed storage area, such as a closet, unless there is adequate circulation of air in and out of the area. (See Fig. 13) Do not use outdoors. • This dehumidifer is intended for indoor residential applications only. This dehumidifier should not be used for commercial or industrial applications.
Care and Cleaning 4 Turn the dehumidifier off and disconnect the plug from the power source before cleaning. 1. Clean the Grill and Case • Use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. • Do not splash water directly onto the unit. Doing so may cause an electrical shock, cause the insulation to deteriorate, or cause the unit to rust. • The air intake and outlet may get dirty during operation, use a vacuum cleaner or brush to clean. 2.
Troubleshooting Tips 5 Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and money. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. Problem Page 15 Troubleshooting Tips Solution Make sure the dehumidifiers plug is connected firmly into the wall outlet. Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box. Unit does not start Dehumidifier has reached its preset level or bucket is full.
