WHYNTER RESIDENTIAL PORTABLE DEHUMIDIER
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1. Thank you for choosing the Whynter 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 condensation removal and collecting the condensation water in the internal water bucket or draining through a drain hose Please keep this user manual in a safe place for future reference DISPOSAL This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the appliance cannot be treated as normal domestic trash but must be handed in at a collection point for recycling electric and electronic appliances Your contribution to the correct disposal of this product protects the environment Further information about the recycling of this product can be obtained from your local municipal authority 3 Page Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your appliance follow these basic precautions SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage the following instructions must be followed Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage B The seriousness is classified by the following indications A DANGER A This symbol indicates the possibility2. Cany WHYNTER RESIDENTIAL PORTABLE DEHUMIDIER MODEL RPD 410W RPD 651W Instruction Manual ENERGY STAR Congratulations on your new WHYNTER product Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using the product to ensure proper operation Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DANG secretar Hl a T gers sueueune sie dace oaeronae memes at eget T R R Hata 4 WA LCI MILL THT 4 SOn LOT Tete nene TTT 5 EIGHT E E ment etes 5 Enerdy Savin GUAE TEE 5 CONTROL PANEL ON THE DEHUMIDIFIER CONTO a 912 gl ae E eee ele ee Ree eR er ere eee eee ene eee eT 6 7 Isi ena and Ee aT 7 IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS ISTIC ATION Ol erT 8 AIR FILTER INSTALLATION HAStallallOn the all MITOS cccr acc aadecrcdes eis deccecsisiadabscatuniaeedpnesait derensticaness soueinanascidadecura separ eas eaaieieaeat aude 9 OPERATING THE UNIT FO SIMONI GUNG UNI oasis lecisd Sere ete eit eee mes hte wets ania a a as cated ate dininca luevaleont uate 10 Removing the collected water esec 11 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Care and Maintenance of the d numidiller 2 0 cece aR anaa OHNE E 12 TECHNICAL DATA B Reen Al Cat Ae nsx 2 canesehosecndtandsaecinat e nbd nbeeusddssantaaingaddesaemeandesebecteuns a aia 13 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting e 14 WARRANTY INFORMATION WAA e tena err N et waanerte nce t mar eae Mune ratte tern ae ere rennet E eerie ae erem mre ge hea rarer vere 15 2 Page
3. The unit should not be located next to ovens grills or other sources of high heat e Always place the unit on even and hard and level surface e Do not sit or place objects on the unit e Do not allow children to climb stand or hang on the appliance The unit could tip over and get damaged and seriously injure somebody e Ensure curtains or other objects are not obstructing the air intake and exhaust e Never insert your fingers or other objects into the air intakes and air outlets e Do not operate the appliance without the air filter e Do not use harsh chemicals to clean the filter Dry thoroughly before inserting the air filter into the unit e When positioning or moving the appliance ensure that it is not turned upside down or greater than 45 or more off level e This appliance is designed for household non commercial use only Any other use will void the warranty e Atthe end of each season all water must be drained from the unit and air filter must be cleaned before storage THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY IF THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED 4 Page Electrical Information e The appliance is equipped with a three prong grounded plug Do not under any on the power cord for your protection Never modify circumstances cut nee 7 remove or bypass remove or attempt to repair the plug yourself the grounding prong e Do not pull the unit by the power cord or pull on the cord to unplug the unit Grip
4. the air filter e Reinstall the air filter and replace bucket securely CAUTION NEVER operate the dehumidifier without an air filter in place 4 End of Season Storage e After turning off the unit wait 24 hours before emptying the bucket to allow excess moisture to drain into the bucket e Clean the main unit water bucket and air filter as detailed above e Wrap the cord around the power cord bracket Fig 12a or wrap the cord and secure it with the power cord strap Fig 12b e Cover the unit with the original plastic bag that came with the unit or any appropriate dust cover e Store the unit upright in a dry well ventilated place Fig 12b Model RPD 651W Model RPD401W 12 Page TECHNICAL DATA RPD 410W RPD 651W Dehumidifying capacity 40 pints day 65 pints day EEV Liters per kW 1 5 1 8 Hour Power supply 115v 60Hz 115v 60Hz Maximum power input 490 Watts 710 Watts Maximum input 4 8 Amps 6 6 Amps Refrigerant R 134A R 410A Air flow M3 H CFM 270 220 370 330 Fan speeds 2 H amp L 2 H amp L Unit Dimensions 14 5 x10 5 x20 15 x 14 x24 Unit Weight 30 Ibs 43 Ibs 13 Page Problem The dehumidifier does not operate The dehumidifier runs too much The dehumidifier runs but the room is not dry enough Frost appears on the coils above the bucket TROUBLESHOOTING Power failure outage The automatic switch line fuse or breaker has been tripped The
5. the plug and pull it away from the wall receptacle e Ensure the power cord is not tangled knotted or otherwise distorted before operating the unit e The dehumidifier must be plugged directly into a properly grounded wall outlet receptacle If the wall receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a This unit is grounded through the et a power cord plug when plugged time delay fuse or circuit breaker have a qualified into a matching wall outlet electrician install an outlet that is appropriate to local electrical codes and requirements e Do not use extension cords power strips or an adapter plug with this unit e Always unplug the unit before opening installing or servicing How it Works When the dehumidifier is started the fan begins to pull moisture laden air across the dehumidifying coils The coils condense or draw moisture from the air and air flows through the side louvers into the room as dry warm air Moisture removed from air is collected in a water bucket on the front of the dehumidifier The unit is designed to operate between 41 F 5 C and 96 F 85 C The Compressor circuit has an automatic 3 minute time delayed start if the unit is turned off and on quickly This prevents overheating of the compressor and possible circuit breaker tripping Make sure the tank is fitted correctly otherwise unit will not turn on Energy Saving Guide This Whynter dehumidifier is an Energy Star r
6. NTIFICATION OF PARTS All the pictures in the manual are for explanation purposes only The actual shape of the unit you purchased may be slightly different but the operations and functions are the same Model RPD 651W Model RPD 401W Front Above 1 Control Panel 2 Air Intake Grille Rear Below 3 Air Outlet Vent 1 Drain Hose Outlet 4 Handle 2 Casters 5 Removeable Water Bucket 3 Power Cord and Plug 6 Water Level Window 4 Power Cord Bracket RPD 651W Power Cord Strap RPD 401W Model RPD 651W Model RPD 401W 8 Page AIR FILTERS INSTALLATION Your Whynter portable dehumidifer is equipped with a washable Pre Filter and a Silver lon Filter The washable Pre Filter removes large particles such as dust pet hair and dander The Silver lon air filter which is designed to kills bacteria in the air and controls the growth of microbes such as virus fungi and spores It is recommended you replace the Silver lon Filter every two to three months or as needed Follow the steps below to install the filters WARNING NEVER OPERATE THE DEHUMIDIFIER WITHOUT THE PRE FILTER 1 Pull up the pre filter frame Remove the Pre Filter from the filter frame Place the Silver lon Filter on the Pre Filter Reattached the filter frame Insert the assembled filter frame into the unit a T D yy L LA C CO 5 d y S d y 1 VS S KE G N VAR A thy UNSC SR Wy O J D VOS t
7. RRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE To obtain service or information contact Whynter LLC via email at service whynter com or call 866 WHYNTER Product contents and specifications may change without notice Copyright 2010 Whynter LLC www Whynter com
8. ated appliance Follow the guide below can help to get the best performance and efficiency from your dehumidifier e Do not cover the air intake and outlet e Do not place the unit in front of curtains or drapes to ensure they do not obstruct the air intake e Keep curtains blinds or drapes closed during the sunniest part of the day e Close all windows and doors e Indoor relative humidity should ideally be kept between 35 RH and 60 RH depending on the ambient temperature e Make sure the unit is on a hard and level surface e o prolong the compressor s life please wait at least 3 minutes before turning the unit back on after shutting it off e Inspect and keep the air filter clean by cleaning regularly e Perform routine maintenance 5 Page CONTROL PANEL NOTE The control panel of the appliance you purchased may be slightly different according to the models Low fan Continuous indicator light High fan operation on Bucket full Clean filter Timer on off Power on indicator light indicator light indicator light iPdicator light indicator light indicator light a 2 Fan Button 3 Continue Operation Button Controls the fan speed The Turbo indicator light will Programs the unit to run continuously until the water come on when High speed is selected The Normal bucket is full The humidity level cannot be set IE HOE NOE Wl Come Oh NANEN aaae Buttons 5 and 6 The Continue indicator light will selected eae ne eet Set the fan c
9. e cyst Re sy L 7 i aE pea aor Rian 2 S D N X Y RA D es Bats _ Silver lon W X uN filter TE n pied V ENT S G G One Oe ty Oh 2 j GR K SO 3 d ES C2 nee 9 Page OPERATING YOUR DEHUMIDIFER Positioning the unit This dehumidifier is intended for indoor residential applications only and should not be used for commercial or industrial applications Place the dehumidifier on a smooth hard and level floor Air outlet strong enough to support the unit with a full bucket of f water Do not attempt to roll the unit over objects Air intake Avoid placing the unit in an area where the temperature will fall below 40F The coils may become covered with frost at temperatures below 40F and may reduce a A K Kan performance P Do not place the unit near clothes dryer heater or radiator P l The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area Ron kalanna Shut all doors windows and openings to your target dehumidifying space for maximum performance Allow at least 10 of air space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation 20 or more NOTE When using the dehumidifier for the first time operate the unit continuously for 24 hours This unit is designed to operate in environment between 41 F and 95 F 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 unit has been
10. g material Under this warranty Whynter will repair or replace any parts found defective This warranty is not transferable After the expiration of the warranty the cost of labor and parts will be the responsibility of the original owner of the unit THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER Acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes earthquakes and tornadoes Damage accidental or otherwise to the dehumidifier while in the possession of a consumer not caused by a defect in material or workmanship Damage caused 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 REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR 1 REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD i ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR WHYNTER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WA
11. he unit to operate e The unit will restart when the bucket is restored in its correct position NOTES e When the bucket is removed do not touch any parts inside of the unit Doing so may damage the unit e Be sure to push the bucket gently all the way into the unit Hitting the bucket against anything or failing to push it in securely may cause the unit to malfunction e When the bucket is removed check if there is any excess water at the base of the unit Wipe any visible water inside the unit before replacing the bucket 2 Continuous drain Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain by attaching the unit with a water hose d24mm included e Remove the water bucket from the unit and set aside e Lift up the Darin Hose Outlet cover located on the right side of the unit Fig 8 e Insert the female threaded end of the hose to the Drain Hose Outlet Fig 9a e Grip the hose from inside the unit and screw the hose onto the threaded portion of the tray located in the bucket opening Fig 9b e Make sure the hose is securely fastened to prevent leakage Direct the hose toward a drain or other suitable drainage outlet Make sure that there are no distortions with the hose that may stop the water flow e Reinsert the water bucket back in the unit and make sure that it is inserted securely Fig 9c e Select the desired humidity setting and fan speed on the unit for continuous draining to start NOTE If the unit stops o
12. idity level to a lower RH or choose Continue for maximum dryness Ensure there is at least 10 of clearance for proper ventilation The unit will not operate satisfactorily if the room temperature is below 41 F 5 C Close windows or doors This is normal due to refrigerant rushing through the coil Frost will usually disappear within 60 minutes The unit will not operate satisfactorily if the room temperature is below 41 F 5 C The dehumidifier makes loud Unit not level Shut off the unit and it sit on level surface for at noise least 6 hours The dehumidifier leaks Continuous drainage hose is loose Cracked water bucket 14 Page Secure the drain hose Contact customer service ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This WHYNTER dehumidifier is warranted to the original owner within the 48 continental states for one year from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service Should your WHYNTER dehumidifier prove defective within one year from the date of purchase return the defective part or unit freight prepaid within two months of purchase after two months to one year customer will be responsible for freight cost to Whynter s service department along with an explanation of the claim to Whynter LLC Please package the dehumidifier carefully in its original packaging material to avoid damage in transit Please retain the original box and packagin
13. of death or serious injury A WARNI NG A This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property A DANGER A Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord e Make sure this unit is connected to a correctly grounded power supply outlet Do not use an extension cord or power strip e Do not use an excessively wet cloth industrial solvents oil based products to clean this appliance To avoid the risk of shock the product should never be used in bathrooms shower rooms or in any other steamy or wet areas e Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliances Do not repair disassemble and or modify the unit by yourself Always turn off the appliance when cleaning the air filter and transporting Do not turn this appliance on and off by plugging and unplugging Always use the ON OFF switch Do not drink or use the water collected or drained from the appliance Do not remove the water bucket during operation A WARNING A e Transport the unit in an upright position only or leave it in an upright position for at least 2 hours before first use e This appliance must be installed in an area protected from the element such as wind rain water spray or drips e When using this appliance in confined spaces such as closets be sure to keep doors open to allow proper ventilation to prevent overheating and fire e
14. ontrol to Turbo for maximum moisture come on when this mode Is selected removal When the desired humidity level is achieved and quiet operation is preferred you can set the fan speed to Normal 4 Filter Reset Button 516 0 Humidity Control Timer Button The check filter feature is a reminder to clean the air The humidity level can be set within a range of filter for efficient operation Filter indicator light will 35 RH Relative Humidity to 85 RH in 5 come on after approximately 250 hours of operation increments After the filter is cleaned and replaced reset the unit by pressing the Filter Button and the Reset indicator light will go off 7 Timer Button 8 On Off Button The Timer button enables you to initiate the Auto Turns the dehumidifier on and off start and Auto stop feature Use the and buttons to increase or decrease the desired time interval in 0 5 hour increments To cancel the selected timer setting press the Timer button again or turn the unit off 6 Page 10 Display Screen The display screen shows a number of different indications depending on the selection function e Shows the set relative humidity level from 35 RH to 85 RH e Shows auto start stop time 0 24 hours e After the option settings are completed the display shows the approximate room humidity level in a range of 30 RH Relative Humidity to 9O RH The display screen may also display the following alerts Error Codes and P
15. perating check if the Bucket Level light is illuminated If it is remove the bucket and empty the water and then check the seal between the hose and the drip tray If there is a leak replace the hose gasket and re tighten the hose 11 Page CARE AND MAINTAINCE ALWAYS turn off and unplug the dehumidifier before cleaning 1 Cleaning the air grille and main unit e Use adamp cloth to wrap the main unit or use water and a mild detergent Do not use bleach chemicals or abrasives e 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 e Use a vacuum attachment or brush to clean the air intake and outlet grilles 2 Cleaning the bucket Clean the bucket to prevent growth of mold mildew and bacteria every two weeks e Fill the bucket with clean warm water and add mild detergent to the water e Dry thoroughly before reinserting the bucket to 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 dehumidifier runs efficiently it is recommended to clean the air filter at least once every two weeks e Remove the bucket and pull filter downwards Fig 10 e Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose dust and dirt e Rinse the air filter under warm or cold running water no hotter than 100F e Dry thoroughly before reinserting
16. power supply voltage is too low The power cord is damaged The dryness level you selected has been reached Water bucket is full or not positioned properly Windows or doors near dehumidifier are open Area to be dehumidified is too large Air movement through dehumidifier is blocked Air grill may be dirty Continuous mode is on 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 The dehumidifier has been turned on recently Room temperature is too low Restore the power supply Flip the switch change the fuse turn the breaker back on Also note that you may have too many appliances drawing power on one circuit you may need to move the other appliances to another circuit Move the unit onto another circuit with the correct voltage Call for service Only authorized personnel should replace damaged power cord or power plug If you want to remove more moisture press the Continue button to run the unit continuously Empty water bucket and insert the bucket to the unit properly Close all windows or doors You may need an additional dehumidifier for area Clean the air filter The unit must be placed in a space that does not restrict air flowing into the rear coil or out of the front grill Set the RH level and the unit will stop when the set RH is reached Set the hum
17. rotection Codes AS Humidity sensor error Power off the unit then unplug it for 15 minutes Plug in and power on If error repeats call for service ES Temperature sensor error Power off the unit then unplug it for 15 minutes Plug in and power on If error repeats call for service P1 Unit is defrosting Allow the unit time to defrost The error will clear after the unit is self defrosted P2 Bucket is full or bucket is not in right position Empty the water bucket and reinstall it properly E1 Unit Error Power off the unit then unplug it for 15 minutes Plug in and power on If error repeats call for service Unit Features and Alerts Bucket Level Light Bucket level indicator light will illuminate when the bucket is full and needs to be emptied This light will also illuminate when the bucket is removed or not properly inserted The dehumidifier shuts off within 30 seconds of the indicator light illuminating Auto Shut Off When the selected humidity level is reached the dehumidifying function will shut off automatically and the fan will run continuously Auto Defrost 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 Three Minute Cycle Down Function After the unit has stopped it cannot be restarted for 3 minutes This is to ensure the unit completes its cycles down before reactivation Auto Restart In the event of a power ou
18. switched off and needs to be switched on again allow approximately three minutes for the correct operation to resume select a suitable location and make sure you have easy access to the electrical outlet Ensure the air filter and water bucket are correctly installed before switching the unit on Always be careful when moving the unit with a full water bucket Ensure that the safety requirements and warnings detailed in this user manual are followed when operating this unit 10 Page Removing the collected water 1 Pull the bucket out carefully There are two ways to remove the collected water 1 Manual drain e When the unit is off and the bucket is full the unit will beep 8 times and the Bucket Level indicator light will flash the digital display will also indicate P2 e When the unit is on and the bucket is full the compressor shuts off but the fan runs for an additional 30 seconds to dry any moisture on the condenser The unit will then beep 8 times and the Bucket Level indicator light will flash the digital display will also indicate P2 e Slowly pull out the bucket Fig 5 Grip the left and right handles securely carefully pull the bucket out to prevent water spillage Fig 6 Do not put the 2 Hold both sides of ee bucket on the floor as the bottom of the bucket is a Fab ae E uneven and it may tip completely e Dispose the water Fig 7 and reinstall it to the dehumidifier The bucket must be installed securely for t
19. tage unit restarts at the previously set function mode and settings when power is restored Setting the Timer Auto start stop setting Auto Stop timer With the unit is operating in any function mode press the TIMER button The TIME OFF light will come on Then set the desired time delay OFF hours by pressing the and buttons The time increments are at 0 5 hour to up to 10 hours then at 1 hour to 24 hours When the delay time set has elapsed the unit switches off To cancel the delayed switch off function turn off the unit Setting Auto Start timer With the unit is turned off press the TIMER button The TIME ON light will come on Then set the desired time delay OFF hours by pressing the and W buttons The time increments are at 0 5 hour to up to 10 hours then at 1 hour to 24 hours When the delay time set has elapsed the unit switches on To cancel the delayed switch off function turn off the unit When the Auto start amp Auto stop times are set within the same program sequence TIME ON and TIME OFF indicator lights illuminate identifying both ON and OFF times are programmed When the display shows P2 the Auto Stop Start function is canceled Silver lon Air Filter Your Whynter dehumidifier is equipped with an advanced Silver lon air filter which is designed to not only trap dust and large particles but also kills bacteria in the air and controls the growth of microbes such as virus fungi and spores 7 Page IDE
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