GE AHG50 User's Manual
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1. 800 626 2002 during normal business hours Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Contact Us GEAppliances com KoA Ifyou are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Register Your Appliance GEAppliances com Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material Printed in Korea2. at most DO NOT USE the dehumidifier until a proper local hardware stores ground has been established S The larger slot in the adapter must be Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall 2 aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance gt outlet to provide proper polarity in the unless the cover screw is metal not insulated and connection of the power cord the wall outlet is grounded through the house wiring You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded g S D W S Now S S READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY S Q o D SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS I yioddngs saunsuoy Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning e D Q N 5 Consumer Support About the controls on the dehumidifier BUCKET FULL Controls Fan Speed The fan control adjusts the fan speed Set the fan control to HIGH for maximum moisture removal When the humidity has been reduced and quiet operation is preferred set the fan control to LOW Other Features BUCKET FULL Light 2 HUMIDITY 6 CONTROL amp 15 i g CONTINUOUS Humidity Control When you first use the dehumidifier turn the humidity control to 5 or 6 If you still have moisture turn the humidity control to a higher setting CONTINUOUS is the highest setting When excess moisture and dampne
3. condition develops for your safety disconnect the power supply before stepping into the water E Never unplug your dehumidifier by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug which mates with a standard 3 prong grounding wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded E Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end E Turn the humidity control to OFF and unplug your dehumidifier before making any repairs or cleaning NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual E For your safety do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Where a 2 prong wall outlet is encountered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 pr
4. the slots on each side onto the posts on the back of the dehumidifier The bucket should lock securely in place Safety Instructions Make sure the bucket is locked securely in place Post by pressing down on the upper back edge of the 2 bucket It will be firmly seated when properly S installed S Post Q 3 Q Water Level The dehumidifier will turn off automatically when the bucket is full or when the bucket is removed or not replaced 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 Care and Cleaning 2 D Q 2 S 5 Consumer Support Care and cleaning of the dehumidifier GEAppliances com Turn the dehumidifier off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning Grille and Case To clean the case To clean the grille suoyonysuy ajes Use water and a mild detergent Do not use bleach Use a vacuum attachment or brush or abrasives Air Filter The air filter is on the back of the dehumidifier It should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary To remove Flex the filter at the lower right corner and slide the upper right side to the left Release all of the tabs and remove the filter Wash it in warm soapy water Rinse and let the filter dry before replac
5. Dehumidifiers GEAppliances com Safety Instructions 2 3 Operating Instructions GOntrols ccedeaed ick wees ou ee ee 4 How the Dehumidifier Operates 5 Location 50634046 e00 eee bowed es 5 Removing Collected Water 5 Water Bucket Installation 6 Water Level wich ecse era ee bade 6 Care and Cleaning Air Filter s c0hn ened ebaed ene vows 7 Cleaning Inside the Unit 7 Grille and Case esnenennn 7 Troubleshooting Tips 8 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 9 10 Warranty 2 50 86 s seen deesee 11 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial You can find them on a label on the back of the dehumidifier behind the bucket Owner s Manual AHG30 AHG40 AHG50 3828A30059N 49 7431 12 01 JR Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning D S S 5 E Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING Vi Se SAFETY PRECAUTIONS o D When using this dehumidifier always follow basic safety precautions including the following ef E Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual E This dehumidifier must be properly installed and grounded as described in this manual before it is used E Never operate this dehumidifier in an area that is likely to accumulate standing water If this
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7. ble for providing adequate electrical plumbing p i H Failure due to corrosion on models not corrosion and other connecting facilities protected H Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the product or due to unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance E Damage to the product caused by improper power supply voltage accident fire floods or acts of God X 2 3 Q Q I H Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this dehumidifier 6uiuea This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 sdij Gurooysajqnoy yioddng saunsuoy 11 Consumer Support GE Appliances Website GEAppliances com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals ord
8. com 10 Dehumidifier Warranty V T All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers or Staple your receipt here lt an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase gt on line 24 hours a day visit us at GEAppliances com or call date is needed to obtain service s 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 under the warranty S For The Period Of We Will Replace 5 One Year Any part of the dehumidifier which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor original purchase and in home service to replace the defective part S D Five Years The compressor if it should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship 2 From the date of the During this five year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and original purchase in home service to repair or replace the compressor eQ Pa What Is Not Covered S pa Q H Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the H In commercial locations labor necessary to move the unit o product to a location where it is accessible for service by an z individual technician H Improper installation If you have an installation problem or if the dehumidifier is of improper dehumidifying E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit capacity contact your dealer or installer You are breakers responsi
9. e E Close all doors windows and other outside openings to the room Place the dehumidifier in a location that does not restrict air flow into the rear coil or out the front grille 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 Removing Collected Water There are 3 ways to remove collected water Use the bucket When the bucket is removed the unit will shut off Empty and replace the bucket Use a hose Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain by attaching a water hose to the bucket Using a drill make a hole at the end of the nozzle located on the lower left side of the bucket Attach a water hose to the bucket nozzle N Nozzle Hose Use a floor drain The unit can also be placed over a floor drain Using a drill make a hole at the end of the nozzle located on the lower left side of the bucket Nozzle NOTE The nozzle cannot be fixed after puncture Use an ordinary garden hose cap to reclose if necessary 5 suoyonysuy ajes suonannsuj buneiado X 2 Q Q I 6uiuea sdij Gurjooysajqnosy yioddngs saunsuoy Using the dehumidifier Always make sure the water bucket is locked into place on the dehumidifier Installing the Water Bucket Lift the bucket and hook
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12. ing it suononysuy Guyesadg Cleaning Inside the Unit S 2 3 Q Q After removing the air filter clean the coil on the inside with a soft brush when the soil is soft and wet I TE NOTE Do not allow water to enter the electrical machine compartment through the circular opening behind the coil Do not spray the coil with a hose sdij Gurooysajqnoy yioddngs saunsuoy Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and Cleaning 2 D x pa S Consumer Support Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the chart below first Problem Dehumidifier does not start Dehumidifier does not dry the air as it should Dehumidifier runs too much Frost appears on the coils Fan noise Water on floor and you may not need to call for service Possible Causes What To Do The dehumidifier e Make sure the dehumidifier s plug is pushed completely is unplugged into the outlet The fuse is blown circuit e Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and replace breaker is tripped the fuse or reset the breaker Water has reached its preset level e The dehumidifier automatically turns off when this occurs Empty the bucket and replace properly Bucket is not in the p
13. ong wall outlet The dehumidifier should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires GEAppliances com USE OF EXTENSION CORDS suoyjaonysuy ajes Because of potential safety hazards under However if you must use an extension cord certain conditions we strongly recommend it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL against the use of an extension cord listed 14 gauge 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 125 volts F _ USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS LG Because of potential safety hazards under When disconnecting the power cord from Q S z 3 Q A S S 7 certain conditions we strongly recommend the adapter always hold the adapter in place against the use of an adapter plug with one hand while pulling the power cord plug with the other hand If this is not done However if you must use an adapter agers 9 the adapter ground terminal is very likely to 9D where local codes permit a temporary break with repeated use connection may be made to a properly D grounded 2 prong wall outlet by use of If the adapter ground terminal breaks a UL listed adapter available
14. roper position and light is on Did not allow enough time to remove the moisture e See the Installing the Water Bucket section e When first installed allow at least 3 or 4 days to maintain the desired dryness Airflow is restricted e Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front or back of the dehumidifier The control may not be set high enough e Turn the Humidity Control knob to a higher number Doors and windows may not e Check that all doors windows and other openings be closed tightly are securely closed Clothes dryer may be e Install the dehumidifier away from the dryer blowing moisture laden The dryer should be vented to the outside air into the room Room temperature is too low Area to be dehumidified is too large e Moisture removal is best at higher room temperatures Lower room temperatures will reduce the moisture removal rate This unit is designed to be operated at temperatures above 65 F 18 C e Check with your dealer to see if the capacity is adequate Doors and windows are open Dehumidifier has been recently turned on or room temperature is below 65 F 18 C Air is moving through the dehumidifier Connection may be loose e Close all doors and windows to the outside e This is normal Frost will usually disappear within 60 minutes e This is normal e Check the hose if one is attached GE Service Protection
15. ss odors are gone adjust the control to a lower setting Use the dehumidifier as long as excess moisture is present Glows when the bucket is ready to be emptied or when the bucket is removed or not replaced in the proper position Auto Shut Off The Water Level Control Switch shuts off the dehumidifier when the bucket is full or when the bucket is removed or not replaced in the proper position Auto Defrost When frost builds up on the cooling coils the compressor will cycle off until the frost disappears The fan continues to run Using the dehumidifier When first using the dehumidifier operate the unit continuously 3 to 4 days How the Dehumidifier Operates Moist humid air is drawn over a cold refrigerated dehumidifying coil Moisture in the air condenses on this coil and drains into a bucket or through the bucket into a hose and drain Dry clean air is drawn over the condenser where it is actually heated several degrees and discharged out the front grille into the room It is normal for the surrounding air to become slightly warmer as the dehumidifier operates This warming effect further reduces the relative humidity of the surrounding air GEAppliances com Condenser ad Evaporator Humidistat Fan Humid air in j Drain pan 0 Dry air out Drain connector Bucket Compressor Choosing a Location E 7he dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most effectiv
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