Portable Dehumidifier with Internal Pump Commercial Low Grain Refrigerant OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dehumidifier 125 Pint AHAM 220 Pint At Saturation OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Model Number: DMH-125-60 5008441 V.
PURCHASE INFORMATION Thank you for choosing a Soleus Air Commercial Low Grain Refrigerant Dehumidifier. This Owner’s Manual will provide you with valuable information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new product. Please take a few moments to thoroughly read the instructions and familiarize yourself with all the operational aspects of your new Soleus Air Dehumidifier. For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual.
DEHUMIDIFIER INFORMATION RECOMMENDED HUMIDITY LEVELS • Spring/Summer: 30% - 50% • Fall/Winter: 35% - 55% • RestorationWork: Continuous “CO” Operation WARM AIR EXHAUST IS NORMAL During operation your dehumidifier will exhaust warm air from the side of the unit. This is normal operation. LESS MOISTURE BEING REMOVED OVER TIME IS A GOOD THING! Using a dehumidifier will cause your area to maintain a more comfortable humidity level. Over time, this humidity level will become more and more stable.
PACKAGE CONTENTS (1) Commercial Low Grain Refrigerant Dehumidifier (1) Operating Instructions (1) Pump Drain Hose (19 Feet) (1) Power Cord (25 Feet) SPECIFICATIONS Model Number Dehumidifying Capacity DMH-125-60 125 Pints per day (AHAM) 220 Pints per day (At Saturation) Power Consumption (Watts) Air Flow Volume (High/Med/Low) Power Source 994 Watts 588 / 529 / 470 CFM 115 V / 60 Hz Rated Current (Amps) 8.95 A Noise Level 58 dB(A) Weight Dimensions (W x D x H) 110 lbs 21.25” W x 24” D x 33.
PRODUCT FEATURES Removes up to 125 pints at AHAM / 220 Pints At Saturation of moisture from the air every 24 hours. Adjustable humidistat from 30%-90% for precise humidity control. Dual Floor Fan exhausts air over surface area for a faster dry time. SD Card Job Log records ambient temperature and humidity level on the hour. Automatic defrost function melts away ice from frozen coils for continuous, worry-free operation. 3-Speed fan allows you to choose between maximum dehumidifying power or quiet operation.
PRODUCT SETUP 1) Adjustable Handle: The handle can adjusted to different heights using the included Handle Knobs. Screw in the Handle Knobs on either side of the handle to secure the handle at the customized height. 2) Automatic Draining: Insert the included 19 foot Drain Tube onto the Drain Port located on the back of the unit. The Drain Pump is designed to pump water up to 19 feet vertically. The dehumidifier will automatically drain when the internal tank is full during normal operation.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL PANEL OPERATION 1) Power ON/OFF - Press the POWER button once to manually turn the unit on. Press the POWER button once more to turn the unit off. 2) Mode Button - Press the MODE button to choose between FAN and DEHUMDIFIER modes. 3) Humidity + and - Buttons - When in Dehumidifier Mode, press the + or - buttons to choose the desired relative humidity in the room. Each press of the button will change the desired room humidity by 1%.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL PANEL OPERATION Set Timer Auto On- To program the unit to automatically turn on, press the TIME button repeatedly until Timer function is displayed while the unit is off. Press + or - to increase or decrease the timer in 1 hour increments until the desired time increment is displayed. After 5 seconds, the displayed time increment will flash, indicating that it has been set. Once the set time increment is reached, the unit will automatically turn on.
CHOOSING A LOCATION A Dehumidifier operating in a basement will have little or no effect in drying out an adjacent enclosed storage area, such as a closet, unless there is adequate circulation of air in and out of the area. • • • • • • • • • Do not use outdoors. This dehumidifier is intended for indoor use only. Place the dehumidifier on a smooth, level floor surface that is strong enough to support the unit with a full bucket of water. Allow at least 12”-18” of air flow on all sides.
MAINTENANCE Replace Filter - The filter will need to be changed periodically as dirt visible accumulates. This can vary greatly depending on air quality and amount of use. When the filter is dirty, replace it with a Soleus Air Replacement Filter. CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE DEHUMIDIFIER WITHOUT A FILTER. Clean the Unit Housing 1) Keep the unit from being exposed directly to the sun to prevent color fading. 2) Clean the surface with a damp cloth and dry it with a soft towel.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Dehumidifier does not start The dehumidifier is unplugged. Make sure the dehumidifier’s plug is pushed completely into the outlet. The fuse is blown / circuit break- Check the house fuse / circuit breaker box and replace fuse or er is tripped. reset breaker. Power Failure. There is a protective time delay (up to 3 min.) to prevent tripping of the compressor overload. For this reason, the unit may not start normal dehumidification for 3 min.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Water on the floor Drain Tube is not connected. Install the Drain Tube onto the Drain Port on the back of the unit. See the PRODUCT SETUP Section on Page 6. Drain Tube connection may be loose. Check the Drain Tube connection. See the PRODUCT SETUP Section on Page 6. Unit will not turn on The fuse is blown / circuit break- Check the house fuse / circuit breaker box and replace fuse or er is tripped. reset breaker.
SELF-DIAGNOSING CODES SelfDiagnosing Code Description Resolution E4 Bucker Full Indicator Press Drain button to remove water from internal bucket.
LIMITED WARRANTY Three Year Components Limited Warranty Five Year Compressor Limited Warranty Soleus N.A. warrants the accompanying Soleus Air Dehumidifier to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the applications specified in its operation instruction for a period of THREE (3) years for components and FIVE (5) years for the compressor from the date of original retail purchase in the United States. If the unit exhibits a defect in normal use, Soleus N.A.
