Kenmore 251.25011 Dehumidifier User Manual
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1. Classification Specification Remark Model 50351 50501 50701 Power Supply AC 115V 60Hz AC 115V 60Hz AC 115V 60Hz Moisture Removal es eens aie 24 Hour Period Control Type Electronic Electronic Electronic Refrigerant R 410a R 410a R 410a 8 46 OZ 240g 10 58 OZ 300g 10 93 OZ 310g Humidity Setting LO 35 70 LO 35 70 LO 35 70 5 Increments Cycle Timer 3 6 12 Hours 3 6 12 Hours 3 6 12 Hours Delay Time 1 12 Hours 1 12 Hours Hour Increments Fan Motor Speed 2 Stages High Low Auto High Low Auto High Low 13 Stages Operating Temp 36 F 99 F 36 F 99 F 36 F 99 F pastas 13 0X20 9X9 3 in 14 6X23 3X12 4 in 14 6X23 3X12 4 in 330X530X235 mm 370X590X315 mm 370X590X315 mm TAE TT IE EPR Bo E e a 9 ie 4 13 Your Home For troubleshooting product manuals and home solutions advice manage home www managemyhome com For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 MY HOME Call anytime day or night 1 800 469 4663 U S A and Canada www sears com Wwww sears ca 1 JI Our Home l F2. to arrange for free repair If the sealed refrigerant system is defective within five years from the purchase date call 1 800 4 MY HOMES to arrange for free repair All warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this product is ever used for other than private family purposes This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship Sears will NOT pay for 1 Expendable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts light bulbs and bags Aservice technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance Aservice technician to clean or maintain this product Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to all the instructions supplied with the product Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product nN ODO GO FO N Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Customer s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein Implied warranties including warranties o
3. INLET FILTER CONTROL PANEL 50351 U S 25011 CANADA eae POWER ON OFF 1 Pressing Power button once turns the dehumidifier ON and pressing it again turns the dehumidifier OFF Setting 2 By pressing this button unit will cycle through each setting with every press The order of settings are Humidity Cycle Timer Delay Start Humidity Humidity 9 When the unit is turned on the unit will default to Humidity mode In this setting Humidity allows you to manually set the desired humidity level by using the humidity arrow or key 4 5 Humidity values are changed in 5 increments ranging from 35 to 70 Humidity is shown in window 8 When pressing w arrow key when the value is 35 the unit will operate continuously In this continuous operation Lo will be displayed in the window 8 To leave continuous operation press the arrow up or change the setting Cycle Timer Setting 10 In this setting the unit will run for either 3 6 or 12 hours then shut off for 3 6 or 12 hours Cycle time can be adjusted by pushing the timer arrow up or down 4 5 repeatedly to set operating time for 3 6 or 12 hours The cycle timer function will continue until you change the setting or turn the unit off Delay Start 11 Unit can be programmed to turn on at a desired delay time by pushing the timer arrow and key 4 5 Time can be adjusted in 1 hour increments
4. ranging from 1 to 12 hours Delay time will be shown in window 8 and will count down to start time in 1 hour increments FAN SPEED 3 Press Fan Speed to toggle between Low and High fan speeds Speed will be shown in FAN SPEED INDICATOR 6 BUCKET FULL INDICATOR 7 When the collection bucket is full BUCKET FULL indicator 7 will come on The dehumidifier will not run until the bucket is empty IMPORTANT When the unit is turned off and restarted the unit will operate at the previous operation setting NOTICE A power failure will require the unit to be turned back on manually and adjusted to the desired setting CONTROL PANEL 50501 50701 U S 25013 25014 CANADA g 6 POWER ON OFF 1 Pressing Power button once turns the dehumidifier ON and pressing it again turns the dehumidifier OFF Setting 2 By pressing this button unit will cycle through each setting with every press The order of settings are Auto Humidity Cycle Timer Delay Start Auto Auto 9 When the unit is turned on the unit will default to Auto mode AUTO 9 and 50 humidity value will be displayed in window 8 In this setting humidity level is automatically set for 50 RH Because lower temperatures usually correlate with lower humidity levels the unit will not run frequently At higher temperatures higher humidity is normal so the unit will run more often Humidity 9 In t
5. ATION Use the dehumidifier in the basement to help prevent moisture damage in the kitchen laundry room bathroom and spa exercise areas that have exces sive moisture to prevent moisture damage anywhere books or valuables are stored during construction or remodeling to reduce drying time for drywall and paint however check and clean filter often AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF When the bucket is full or when the buck et is not in the proper position the Bucket Full light goes on and the unit automati cally shuts off The bucket must be placed in the proper position for the dehumidifier to work The light will stay on and the dehu midifier will not run if the bucket is not in the proper position e The dehumidifier will shut off once the desired humidity setting is reached plus or minus 5 Relative Humidity RH To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons read the important SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS found on page 3 before operating this appliance KEY FEATURES OF YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER HANDLE ssssqeee Lun L GRAVITY DRAIN CASTER eseceeeoooeo Microban antimicrobial product protection Microban antimicrobial protection inhibits the growth of odor causing bacteria on the dehumidifier Bucket MICROBAN is a registered trade mark of Microban Products Company Model 50501 50701 25012 25013 CONTROL PANEL FRONT GRILL BUCKET AIR
6. ET FULL indicator 7 will come on The dehumidifier will not run until the bucket is empty IMPORTANT When the unit is turned off and restarted the unit will operate at the previous operation setting NOTICE A power failure will require the unit to be turned back on manually and adjusted to the desired setting WATER DISPOSING OPTIONS OPTION 1 EMPTYING MANUALLY 1 Pull out the bucket grasping side handles 2 Carry the bucket by grasping the inside handle of the bucket 3 After emptying the bucket replace the bucket in the dehumidifier NOTE Dehumidifier will not work when the BUCKET FULL light is on or without the bucket properly placed in the unit l o erreurs 22 7 10 OPTION 2 GRAVITY DRAIN HOSE Hose Not Provided 1 Take off GRAVITY DRAIN Cap Fig 1 2 Assemble the DRAIN CONNECTOR to the dehumidifier by turning clockwise Fig 2 3 Next Screw a standard drain hose to drain connector by turning clockwise 7777777777 C c ea sone amad 35 OE OEA snopes ern nr ERISA p MCC T G CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE EXTERIOR WARNING Clean the exterior using a soft brush or dry Disconnect power supply cord from receptacle before performing any maintenance towel But do not spray water directly on the exterior CLEAN
7. ING THE BUCKET Remove the bucket from the unit Lift off bucket cover Fig 1 Clean the inside of bucket as needed Fig 2 After cleaning replace the bucket cover and slide the bucket into the unit Fig 3 Check the float switch to make sure it is not obstructed Proper position of the bucket and the float switch is required for the dehumidifier to turn on Fig 5 CLEANING FRONT GRILL AND AIR FILTER 1 Remove the bucket from unit Air filter is located behind front grill Fig 1 2 Pull the filter down and away from unit until it is all the way out Fig 2 Float Switch 3 Wash with mild detergent Rinse thoroughly Air dry away from direct sunlight Fig 3 4 FRONT GRILL can be cleaned using a vacuum cleaner or a soft brush to remove dust Fig 4 5 After cleaning assemble the air filter to front grill Fig 5 NOTE Check your filter periodically to insure proper operation 11 TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling for service try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help PROBLEMS CHECK POINT SOLUTIONS Dehumidifier does not work when pressing the POWER ON button is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet is BUCKET FULL light on Does BUCKET FULL light appear after emptying the water bucket Dehumidifier is operating but the unit is not drawing any water Loud noise and or vib
8. Use amp Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado Guide d Utilisation et d Entretien English Espafiol Fran ais Models Modelos Mod les 251 5035 1 50501 50701 U S A 251 25011 25012 25013 Canada Kenmore nian cador ificateur P N J8000004380 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 USA Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 www sears com www sedars ca TABLE OF CONTENTS Package Contents 2 Control Panels 262 2023 teen 22 8 9 US Waranty ennen 2 Water Disposing Options CANADA Warranty 3 4 Care and Maintenance 11 Safety InstrUctiONS 5 Troublesho0tiNg 12 Electrical Requirements 6 Product Specificatioh 13 InstallatiON cccccccccicieiiii 6 Spanish Espafiol Key FeatUres oiii 7 Sears Service PACKAGE CONTENTS Kenmore Dehumidifier Use amp Care Guide U S WARRANTY Kenmore Limited Warranty When installed operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME
9. alified from coverage under this warranty Repairs Repairs conducted within the Warranty Period will be warranted until the end of the original Warranty Period Disclaimers The warranty and remedies contained herein are exclusive and In lieu of all other warranties whether oral or written Other than as stated Herein and whether express implied or statutory including but not limited to any liability arising under any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a Particular purpose statutory or otherwise This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary from one jurisdiction to another In no event shall Sears be liable for any incidental special indirect or consequential damages whether resulting from the use misuse or inability to use the product or from defects in the products The exclusions in this paragraph shall not apply in jurisdictions where applicable law does not arrow for he exclusion of incidental or consequential damages In such jurisdictions this paragraph shall not apply but the remaining provisions of this document shall remain valid Sears retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the product or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion Such remedy shall be your sole and exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty Customer Responsibilities In additional to complying with all suggested maintenance guidelines and instructions customers obligations shall include b
10. f merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States or Canada This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 CANADA WARRANTY General All models of Kenmore dehumidifiers are warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for a specific time period as set out below the Warranty Period Warranties extend to the original purchaser of a Kenmore dehumidifier only and are non transferable Purchases made through an online auction or through any website other than www sears ca are excluded The relevant Warranty Period commences on the original date of purchase Within this period Sears Canada Inc will at its sole option repair or replace any products or components which fail in normal use Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts or labor provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost Exclu
11. his setting Humidity allows you to manually set the desired humidity level by using the humidity arrow or key 4 5 Humidity values are changed in 5 increments ranging from 35 to 70 Humidity is shown in window 8 When pressing arrow key when the value is 35 the unit will operate continuously In this continuous operation Lo will be displayed in the window 8 To leave contin uous operation press the arrow up or change the setting 20O Settings i i n X Cycle Timer Setting 10 In this setting the unit will run for either 3 6 or 12 hours then shut off for 3 6 or 12 hours Cycle time can be adjusted by pushing the timer arrow up or down 4 5 repeatedly to set operating time for 3 6 or 12 hours The cycle timer function will continue until you change the setting or turn the unit off Delay Start 11 Unit can be programmed to turn on at a desired delay time by pushing the timer arrow and key 4 5 Time can be adjusted in 1 hour increments ranging from 1 to 12 hours Delay time will be shown in window 8 and will count down to start time in 1 hour increments FAN SPEED 3 Press Fan Speed to toggle between Auto Low and High fan speeds Speed will be shown in FAN SPEED INDICATOR 6 When AUTO is selected the unit will adjust the fan speed accordingly depending on the humidity level BUCKET FULL INDICATOR 7 When the collection bucket is full BUCK
12. o a matching grounded electrical outlet that complies with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code and all local codes and ordinances If a grounded 3 prong electrical outlet is not available it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have one installed by a qualified electrician y ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use a two prong adapter Do not use an extension cord Failure to follow these instructions can result in death fire or electrical shock INSTALLING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER Install the dehumidifier on a level floor strong enough to support the unit with a full bucket of water For best performance allow at least 12 18 inches of air space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation Keep all outside doors windows and other openings closed when operating the dehumidifier Humid outdoor air will add to the unit s workload For maximum efficiency install your dehumidifier in an area where the temperature will not fall below 65 F Leave the dehumidifier in an upright position for 30 minutes before turning on DEFROST OPERATION The dehumidifier has a built in defrost control that senses frost buildup on the evaporator coils During defrosting the compressor will automatically turn off the fan will continue running to defrost the coils CHOOSING THE PROPER LOC
13. or repair of carry in items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call anytime for the location of the nearest Sears Parts amp Repair Service Center 1 800 488 1222 U S A 1 800 469 4663 Canada www sears com www sears ca To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears 1 800 361 6665 Canada Para pedir servicio de reparaci n Au Canada pour service en fran ais a domicilio y para ordenar piezas 4 800 LE FOYER 1 888 SU HOGAR 1 800 533 6937 1 888 784 6427 www sears ca Registered Trademark Trademark of KCD IP LLC in the United States or Sears Brands LLC in other countries Marca Registrada Marca de Fabrica de KCD IP LLC en Estados Unidos o Sears Brands LLC in otros paises MC Marque de commerce M Marque d pos e de Sears Brands LLC
14. ration during operation Sounds Dehumidifier is not running efficiently Unit is discharging warm air Water does not drain through hose Is the compressor running as well as the fan Is the unit on a level surface Sounds like flowing water during and after operation It makes a pinging sound Are the filter and grill dirty Is indoor temperature under 65 F Check the DRAIN CONNEC TOR Is it installed correctly Check the drain hose for kinks or obstructions 12 Plug the power cord securely into a grounded 3 prong outlet Empty the water bucket and re install Check the float switch to make sure it is free and not obstructed The unit may be in the defrost mode The fan is running but not the compressor The unit will return to dehumidification automatically Move the unit to a level surface This is the normal sound of the refrigerant flowing through the coils Normal sound of expansion and contraction caused by temperature changes Clean the FRONT GRILL and AIR FILTER Although the unit will dehumidify at temperatures below 65 degrees there is a potential for frost to develop which may inhibit the unit s efficiency Normal Compressor and electric motor discharge a small amount of heat Re install drain hose according to this manual Flatten the hose or remove block age PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
15. rty service provider if applicable with the original sales receipt or other adequate written proof of the original purchase date and identification of the product In the event that the original purchaser is unable to provide a copy of the original sales receipt Sears Canada Inc reserves the right to determine in its sole discretion what other written proof of the original purchase date and identification of the product is acceptable INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT CAUTIONS FOR USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER A To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury or damage to the dehumidifier these safety precautions must be followed Safety Do not place the power cord near a heater Do not use an electrical outlet near flammable or combustible materials such as gasoline propane paint thinners etc Do not disassemble or modify dehumidifier parts or components It may cause electric shock and failure Plug in the power cord properly Do not turn the unit on and off by inserting or pulling out the power plug Do not damage the power cord or use an unspecified power cord Do not modify power cord length e Do not share the outlet with another appliance Always plug into a grounded outlet Not grounding unit may cause electrical shock Unplug the unit if it emits strange sounds odors or smoke Do not use an electrical outlet if it is loose or damaged Do not operate or plug in unit with wet hand
16. s or in a wet environment e Ventilate area before operating dehumid ifier Check for the presence of natural gas or the buildup of other combustible vapors Do not clean the dehumidifier with water Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation resulting in an electrical shock If water enters the product turn off the dehumidifier s power switch then unplug the unit Do not plug in unit until it has been inspected by an authorized repair service Because the fan rotates at high speed during operation always unplug dehumid ifier before attempting any recommended maintenance or cleaning Do not block the inlet or outlet It may cause unit to fail or to operate inefficiently Do not remove plug from outlet by pulling on the cord When not in use turning the unit off will save energy Unplug the dehumidifier when not using for long periods of time When removing the filter be aware that some metal parts may have sharp edges and may cause injury e Do not use the water collected in the bucket for drinking purposes It is not sanitary and could cause illness Do not allow children to play with this product Tips Make sure the dehumidifier is the correct size for the area you want to dehumidify It is not designed to dehumidify the entire house e For proper operation the dehumidifier should only be placed on a level floor e Close all doors windows and other open ings to the room The deh
17. sions This warranty does not cover failures due to normal wear abuse misuse neglect improper maintenance or failure to follow maintenance guidelines and or instructions failure to operate the product in accordance with the owner s manual or any additional instructions or information provided at the time of purchase or in subsequent communications with the original purchaser accident or unauthorized alterations or repairs made or attempted by others Also excluded from warranty coverage are the following 1 Wear Items which are parts that will need replacement under normal usage 2 Service related telephone calls or technician visits relating to a user s requirements for instructions involving the correct product installation operation or regular maintenance to the product i e cleaning filters and the like 3 Maintenance adjustments and cleaning inquiries or service calls 4 Damage or failure when installation operation and maintenance instructions provided are not followed 5 Damage or failure resulting from accident abuse misuse negligence or use for other than an intended purpose 6 Damage or failure caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in any instructions service bulletins or otherwise by Sears 7 Damage or failure resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product Any product missing the model and or serial number identification label will be disqu
18. umidifier must operate in an enclosed area to be effective To clean use a soft cloth do not use wax thinners or strong detergents as they may change the color of the unit or cause surface damage Be sure to replace the bucket properly after emptying to prevent water from collecting on the floor causing damage to some types of flooring Do not put a pet or house plant where it will be exposed to direct air flow This could injure the pet or plant Operation without filter will cause unit failure Insert the filter securely Clean it every two weeks See Care and Maintenance section in this manual ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS OBSERVE ALL LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUND PRONG ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED ON THIS APPLIANCE A 115 VOLT 60Hz AC ONLY 15A FUSED AND PROPERLY GROUNDED ELECTRICAL SUPPLY IS REQUIRED A time delay fuse or time delay circuit breaker is recommended Use a dedicated circuit serving only this appliance 3 prong grounded plug Grounded 3 prong Power supply cord electrical outlet DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD For your personal safety this appliance must be grounded This appliance has a power supply cord with a 3 prong grounded plug To minimize possible shock hazard he cord must be plugged int
19. ut shall not be limited to operating the product in accordance with the owners manual or any additional instructions or information provided at the time of purchase or in subsequent communications to the purchaser from time to time exhibit reasonable care in the use operation maintenance general upkeep and storage of the product Failure to comply with these requirements will void any applicable warranty Procedures Warranty service is available by calling 1 800 469 4663 List of Applicable Warranty Periods The following list contains the applicable Warranty Period for your Kenmore dehumidifier 1 For one year from date of purchase the cost of parts and labour for this product will be covered free of charge if defective in material or workmanship 2 For five years from date of purchase the parts of the sealed system consisting of the compressor evaporator condenser and factory connected refrigerant tubing will be covered free of charge if defective in material or workmanship 3 If this appliance is ever used for other than private family residential purposes this warranty only applies for 30 days from the date of purchase Service Type Kenmore dehumidifiers are serviced on a carry in basis whereby customer brings the unit to a Sears Retail or Product Repair Centre location Proof of Purchase Documentation Warranty coverage is conditioned upon the original purchaser furnishing Sears Canada or its authorized third pa
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