Frigidaire FAD954DWD Owner's Manual
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1. power cord or turning off the power at the electrical box Do not cut or damage the power cord If the power cord is damaged it should only be replaced by an authorized Electrolux servicer In the event of a malfunction sparks burning smell etc immediately stop the operation disconnect the power cord and call an authorized Electrolux servicer Do not operate the dehumidifier with wet hands Do not pull on the power cord Do not drink any water from the dehumidifier SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION Avoid Injury or damage to the unit or other property Do not direct airflow at fireplaces or other heat related sources as this could cause flare ups Do not climb on or place objects on the unit Do not hang objects off the unit Do not place containers with liquids on the unit Turn off the dehumidifier at the power source when it will not be used for an extended period of time Operate the unit with air filter in place Do not block or cover the intake grille discharge area and outlet ports Ensure that any electrical electronic equipment is one yard away from the unit Do not use or store flammable gases near the unit 2 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved Installation Location amp How It Works De Installation There are two accessory boxes inside the package side panel The kraft box includes four castors of the dehumidifier The instruction sheet of installing castors2. ACE 55 RH LIVING SPACE 50 RH BASEMENT 45 RH and CONTINUOUS modes and the corresponding mode indicators will illuminate amp note When you press the MODE button the unit will always display the actual room humidity instead of the humidity settings OCLEANFILTER LOCK HIGH SLEEPING SPACE BUCKET FULL POWER O TIMER O MEDIUM LIVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS Low BASEMENT 5 You can also use the FAN SPEED button to change the fan speed to HIGH Medium or LOW The indicator light will show the setting you have selected A higher fan speed will result in quicker moisture removal CLEANFILTER LOCK HIGH O TIMER MEDIUM Low SLEEPING SPACE BUCKETFULL POWER LIVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS BASEMENT FILTER TIMER FAN SPEED 6 The CLEAN FILTER light will illuminate after 250 hours of operation At this time refer to the care and cleaning section to remove and clean the filter Once the filter has been cleaned and replaced simply press the FILTER button to extinguish the light CLEANFILTER O LOCK O HIGH O TIMER O MEDIUM Low FILTER TIMER FAN SPEED SLEEPING SPACE BUCKETFULL POWER LIVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS BASEMENT 7 The TIMER function enables you to either Delay Start or Delay Stop the unit in the choice from 0 5 hour to 24 hours If the unit is running then selecting Timer will turn the unit off in the hours that will be
3. FRIGIDAIRE Use amp Care TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions Care And Cleaning Installation Storage Location E se eese eet eee nee 3 Before You Call How It Works Operating Instructions Major Appliance Limited Warranty www frigidaire com USA 1 800 944 9044 www frigidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 Important Safety Instructions D note This USE amp CARE MANUAL provides specific operating instructions for your model Use the dehumidifier only as instructed in this USE amp CARE MANUAL These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance amp WARNING amp WARNING Avoid fire hazard or electric shock Do not For Your Safety use an extension cord or an adaptor plug Do Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or not remove any prong from the power cord any other appliance Read product labels for flammability and other warnings Discard water from bucket Water is not potable and cannot be used for drinking Grounding type wall receptacle A WARNING Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong Child Safety Precautions Destroy the carton plastic bags and any packing materials immediately after the dehumidifier is unpacked Children should
4. Home Products Inc All rights reserved 9 Before You Call Before calling for service review this list It may save you time and expense This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance OCCURRENCE SOLUTION DEHUMIDIFIER DOES NOT Wall plug disconnected Push plug firmly into wall outlet OPERATE DEHUMIDIFIER RUNS TOO MUCH House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit breaker The dryness level you selected has been reached Dehumidifier automatically shuts off when selected amount of moisture has been removed from the air If you want to remove more moisture Select CONTINUOUS by using the humidity button After the dehumidifier starts reset the control to the desired setting Bucket not installed properly See Removing Collected Water Water in the bucket has reached its preset level Dehumidifier automatically turns off when this occurs Empty bucket and return bucket to position Dehumidifier is not turned on Turn unit on BUCKET FULL light is on Remove bucket empty water and re install correctly Windows or doors near dehumidifier are open to outdoors Close all windows or doors to outside Area to be dehumidified is too large Check with your dealer to see if capacity is adequate Air movement through dehumidifier is blocked Grill may be dirty Use brush
5. UOUS setting for the first three or four days until the sweating and dampness odors have stopped CLEANFILTER LOCK O HIGH TIMER MEDIUM Low SLEEPING SPACE BUCKET FULL POWER LIVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS BASEMENT O 3 After a few days when the Relative Humidity has declined press the HUMIDITY or buttons to choose a value between 35 to 80 so the room is kept at a comfortable humidity Pressing the or buttons will change the humidity selection in 5 increments After you have set the desired humidity the readout will display the actual room humidity When unit is in operation pressing and button will simultaneously for 3 seconds can lock buttons If this function is enabled LOCK indicator will illuminate and display shows LC which will blink for 3 times Then room humidity will be display again To disable this function press and button simultaneously for 3 seconds and the LOCK indicator will turn off OCLEANFILTER LOCK O HicH SLEEPING SPACE BUCKET FULL POWER TIMER O MEDIUM I LVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS Low LL O BASEMENT FIL ER FAN conti SPEED punus 4 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved Operating Instructions Operating Instructions continued 4 You can press the MODE button to select different kinds of operating mode After each pressing of this button the operating mode will switch among SLEEPING SP
6. attachment of vacuum cleaner to clean grill See Care and Cleaning Dehumidifier must be placed in a space that does not restrict air flowing into the rear coil or out of the front grill Dehumidifier has been installed or restarted recently The higher the moistuire in the room the longer the dehumidifier will operate Dehumidifier is in the CONTINUOUS mode and will remain on in this mode use the humidity button or knob to set a RH higher level DEHUMIDIFIER IS OPERATING BUT ROOM IS NOT DRY ENOUGH Humidity setting is too high Press the setting button to a lower setting or choose CONTINUOUS for maximum dryness Dehumidifier has been installed or restarted recently The higher the moisture in the room air the longer it takes for the room air to become dry Dehumidifier does not have sufficient clearance to operate Air flow to front grill is blocked See Selecting a Location Room temperature is too low Unit will not operate satisfactorily if the room temperature is below 41 F 5 C See Operating Conditions Refer to causes under DEHUMIDIFIER RUNS TOO MUCH FROST APPEARS ON COILS ABOVE BUCKET NOISE If unit operates in a room where temperature is from 41 F 5 C to 59 F 15 C it will start defrosting automatically Compressor will stop for a brief period of time fan will operate in high fan speed When unit finishes defrosting it will be back to normal operation Air is movi
7. e top louvers into the room as dry warm air Moisture removed from air is collected ina bucket on the front of the dehumidifier The unit is designed to operate between 41 F 5 C and 90 F 32 C The unit will not work properly if the temperature is out of this temperature range or the performance of the unit will fall greatly 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 All rights reserved 3 Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Allow the unit to reach room temperature before operating To begin operating the dehumidifier follow these steps amp note Unit must be upright for one hour prior to operating 1 Plug the power cord into a properly grounded 115 volt AC outlet amp note If the BUCKET FULL light is on remove the bucket and re install to reset the float switch OCLEANFILTER LOCK HIGH SLEEPING SPACE BUCKET FULL POWER TIMER O MEDIUM LIVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS Low BASEMENT TER CONTI O 2 To turn the unit on press the ON OFF button The unit will run in the factory setting of CONTINUOUS and high fan speed In the CONTINUOUS mode the unit will display the actual room humidity It is recommended you leave the unit running in the CONTIN
8. is put inside the package kraft box Refer to the instructions for proper installation The white box includes a drainage joint for continuous drainage Refer to the Continuous Drainage in this manual for the proper installation of the drainage joint If continuous drainage is not applied please keep the drainage joint in case of future use E Se eee Location How It Works 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc Selecting a Location IMPORTANT 1 Dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most effective Close all doors windows and other outside openings to the room The effectiveness of the dehumidifier depends on the rate at which new moisture laden air enters the room 2 Place dehumidifier in a location that does not restrict airflow through the front of the unit 3 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 It may be necessary to install a second dehumidifier in the enclosed area for satisfactory drying 4 The dehumidifier must be installed on a level floor that will support it with a full bucket of water 5 There should be a minimum of 12 inches clearance around the dehumidifier When the unit 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 th
9. never use these items for play Do not leave children unattended in an area where the appliance is operating Do not allow them to sit or stand on the appliance amp WARNING Electrical Information For your safety and protection this dehumidifier is equipped with a three prong grounding plug on the power cord Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the round ground prong from the plug e Your dehumidifier must be plugged directly into a properly grounded and polarized three prong receptacle If the wall receptacle you intend to use will not accept a three prong plug or if you are not sure the outlet is adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker have a qualified electrician install the proper outlet according to the National Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug e Never unplug the dehumidifier by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle Do not pinch bend or knot the power cord Power supply cord with 3 prong grounding plug amp SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DANGER Avoid Serious Injury or Death This dehumidifier contains no user serviceable parts Always call an authorized Electrolux servicer for repairs Do not insert or place fingers or objects into the air discharge area or front grille of the unit Do not start or stop the dehumidifier by unplugging the
10. ng 1 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined 2 Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada 3 Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit 4 Products purchased as is are not covered by this warranty 5 Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures 6 Products used in a commercial setting 7 n Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory 10 Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs air filters water filters other consumables or knobs handles or other cosmetic parts 11 Surcharges including but not limited to any after hour weekend or holiday service calls tolls ferry trip charges or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas including the state of Alaska 12 Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc 13 Damages caused by se
11. ng through the dehumidifier The fan noise is normal sound The unit is placed on uneven surface or wooden floor WATER FLOWS INTO THE BUCKET Refer to Continuous Drainage for proper installation of garden hose and drainage joint EVEN WHEN GARDEN HOSE IS EQUIPPED If These Solutions Fail Call 1 800 944 9044 For Frigidaire Service 1 0 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved Major Appliance Limited Warranty Your appliance is covered by a limited one year warranty and a limited 2 5 year warranty on the sealed system the compressor condenser evaporator and tubing For one year from your original date of purchase Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions From the second to the fifth year from your original purchase date Electrolux will repair or replace any parts in the Sealed Refrigeration System compressor condenser evaporator and tubing that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship In years 2 5 the consumer will be responsible for diagnostic labor and parts costs as well as any removal transportation and reinstallation expenses which are incurred during service on components other than those covered under the Sealed Refrigeration System 5 year warranty Exclusions This warranty does not cover the followi
12. of bucket gently to unclip the bucket from the unit d Remove the bucket as shown in the photographs below and empty the bucket amp WARNING Discard water from bucket Water is not potable and cannot be used for drinking e Replace the empty bucket back into the unit and once seated correctly the unit will start up again f You should hear a click when the bucket is in the correct position If the bucket full light does not extinguish check that the float is correctly snapped in place as indicated by the diagram NOTE The foam embedded under the float shown in the diagram below is a functional part which can not be removed 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved 7 Operating Instructions Removing Collected Water continued 2 Continuous Drainage a Open the drain cover at the back of the unit and take out the drainage joint from the accessory package fig 1 b Srew the drainage joint onto the threaded portion of the drainage connector of the unit securely fig 2 amp 3 c Srew the garden hose onto the threaded portion of the drainage joint fig 4 fig 1 fig 2 fig 3 d Make sure the hose is secure so there are no leaks e Direct the hose toward the drain making sure that there are no kinks that will stop the water flowing fig 5 f When you want to remove the garden hose prepare a drip tray not supplied to collec
13. rvices performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR 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 ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR ELECTROLUX 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 WARRANTY 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 8 9 If You Need Keep your receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period Service should service be required If service is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts Service under this warranty m
14. set Delay Stop If the unit is off then selecting Timer will turn the unit on in the hours that will be set Delay Start TIMER setting First press TIMER button then adjust timer setting by tapping or holding the or button to change the delay timer at 0 5 hour increments up to 10 hours then by 1 hour increments up to 24 hours The control will count down the time remaining 8 7 5 7 etc until the unit either starts or stops For the Delay Start the fan speed and humidity maintained will be the same as previous setting After TIMER setting finishes pressing TIMER button again at any time will stop the TIMER function The Delay Start Stop Feature will work until the unit either starts or stops Once that happens the above steps have to be repeated 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved 5 Operating Instructions Operating Instructions continued amp note 1 Before entering TIMER setting make sure power is being supplied to the unit 2 Before entering TIMER setting make sure pressing or button sets one desired room humidity first OCLEANFILTER LOCK HIGH SLEEPING SPACE BUCKETFULL POWER TIMER O MEDIUM f Cc LIVING SPACE CONTINUOUS Low tho BASEMENT 5 Z 8 To shut the unit down press the ON OFF button OCLEANFILTER LOCK O HIGH SLEEPINGSPACE BUCKET FULL POWER TIMER O MEDIUM LIVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS Lo
15. t the water from the nozzle fig 6 amp note 1 Check the seal between the hose and the drainage joint If there is a small leak then replace the hose gasket and re tighten the hose 2 It is recommended that a Dehumidifier Drain Hose 11 16 17 5 mm or larger be used 3 When applying continuous drainage option place dehumidifier on a horizontal surface and make sure garden hose is clear of any obstructions and directed downward Improper installation or use of hose may result in water filling up the bucket and causing the unit to shut off Empty water bucket if shut off occurs then check dehumidifier location and hose for proper installation fig 7 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved 8 Care and Cleaning amp Storage Care and Cleaning 1 Filter a Remove the filter every two weeks based on normal operating conditions b To remove the filter remove the front grille then take out the filters c Wash the filter with clean water then dry Do not dry the air filter with electric hair dryer d Re install the filter then replace the front grille 2 Cabinet a Dust cabinet with an oil free cloth or using a damp cloth b Vacuum grill using brush attachment 3 Water Bucket a Clean bucket with warm water and detergent Storage When unit is not in use unplug and tidy up the cord as shown below 2009 Electrolux
16. ust be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below This limited warranty only applies in the USA and Canada In the USA your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America a division of Electrolux Home Products Inc In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice USA Canada 1 800 944 9044 1 800 265 8352 Electrolux Major Appliances Electrolux Electrolux Canada Corp 10200 David Taylor Drive 5855 Terry Fox Way Charlotte NC ses Mississauga Ontario Canada L5V 3E4 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved 1 1
17. w BASEMENT FILTER CONTI Fault Codes 1 If the display reads F1 F2 F5 L1 C5 or E5 error codes please turn off and unplug the unit then plug it in again in 30 minutes If the unit malfunctions still please contact your Authorized Frigidaire Service Center OCLEANFILTER LOCK O HIGH SLEEPING SPACE BUCKETFULL POWER TIMER O MEDIUM LIVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS Low BASEMENT cont NUOUS 2 If the display reads FO check the following operating conditions Outlet voltage should be 115V 10 and the surrounding temperature should be with in the range of 41 F 5 C to 90 F 32 C Unplug the unit and plug it in again under normal operating conditions If the FO code persists contact your Authorized Frigidaire Service Center SLEEPING SPACE BUCKET FULL POWER LIVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS BASEMENT CONTI NUOUS OCLEANFILTER LOCK HIGH TIMER O MEDIUM O Low 5 Z 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved 6 Operating Instructions Removing Collected Water 1 Emptying the Bucket a When the bucket is full the unit will shut down and the BUCKET FULL indicator will illuminate OCLEANFILTER LOCK HIGH SLEEPING SPACE BUCKETFULL POWER TIMER O MEDIUM LIVINGSPACE CONTINUOUS Low BASEMENT b Do not move the unit at this time otherwise water may spill on the floor c Press sides
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