30 Pints/45 Pints/70 Pints Portable Dehumidifier Operating Instructions Model No.
General Dehumidifier Information RECOMMENDED HUMIDITY LEVELS Spring/Summer: 35% - 50% Fall/Winter: 35% - 40% WARM AIR EXHAUST IS NORMAL During operation your dehumidifier will exhaust warm air from the side of the unit. This is normal operation. EMPTYING THE BUCKET The more moisture your dehumidifier removes from the air, the more often you may have to empty the bucket (unless you are using the continuous drainage option).
FEATURES Removes up to 30/45/70 pints (depending on model) of moisture from the air every 24 hours depending on the unit you have. This is not the bucket size. Adjustable humidistat for precise humidity control. Digital humidistat displays set humidity level and current room humidity level. Operates at temperatures down to 41°F. Perfect for basement use in the winter. Automatic defrost function melts away ice from frozen coils for continuous, worry-free operation.
Thank you for choosing a Soleus Air Portable 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 Dehumidifier. For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual.
PACKAGE CONTENTS (1) Portable Dehumidifier (1) Operating Instructions (4) Casters (1) Bucket Handle SPECIFICATIONS Noise level is measured at a distance of 3.28 ft away from the front of the unit. Power consumption is measured when the fan runs at the highest speed setting. These specifications are for reference only. For actual data, please refer to the rating label on the back of the unit.
CASTER INSTALLATION 1) Remove casters from the bucket. For the 70 Pint, the four casters can be taken out from the side of the bucket directly. (Fig. 1) 4 casters in plastic bag packed inside bucket For the 30 Pint and 45 Pint, please check if the casters are under the lid of the bucket. If so, please remove lid to access casters, then re-placed the lid before operation. (Fig. 2) Fig. 1 2) Tilt the dehumidifier no more than 45⁰ and forcibly insert the casters.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1) When first operating the dehumidifier, run it in Continuous mode for 24 hours. 2) Power On and Off - Press the POWER button once to manually turn the unit on. Press the POWER button once more to turn the unit off. 3) Humidity Selection - 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 5%. The room humidity is selectable from 35%-80% or continuous.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6) Bucket Full - When the water bucket is full of water, the unit will automatically shut off , make a beeping noise, and the Bucket Full Indicator will light up. The dehumidifier will not function until the water bucket is emptied and placed back inside the unit. The bucket should be cleaned every few weeks to prevent the growth of mold, mildew and bacteria. Use a mild detergent to clean the bucket. Once clean, completely dry the bucket and place it back inside the dehumidifier.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7) Clean Filter - When the filter needs to be cleaned, the filter indicator will light up (after 250 hours of use). Remove the filter from the back of the unit by using your thumbs to press down on the filter tabs directly above the filter. Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Dry thoroughly before replacing the filter. Once the filter is completely dry, place the filter back in the unit and press the FILTER button to reset the filter indicator.
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.
CONTINUOUS MODE—GARDEN HOSE INSTALLATION AND SETUP Water can be automatically emptied by attaching a hose to the continuous drainage port on the back of the dehumidifier. This will allow the unit to run continuously (depending on the selected humidity level) without having to empty the water bucket. To drain, simply attach a standard garden hose (not included).
MAINTENANCE Note: Make sure power is off and the power cord is not plugged into an electrical outlet prior to performing any maintenance on the unit. Clean or Replace Filter - Refer to Page 9 Operating Instructions Clean Filter section. 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 breaker is tripped. Check the house fuse / circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. Dehumidifier has reached its The dehumidifier automatically turns off when either condipresent level or the bucket is full. tion occurs.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Water is on the floor End of Season drain plug is loose Check inside the bucket cavity on the unit and be sure that the rubber drain plug is completely inserted. The fuse is blown / circuit breaker is tripped. Check the house fuse / circuit breaker box and replace fuse or reset breaker. Dehumidifier has reached its The dehumidifier automatically turns off when either condipresent level or the bucket is full. tion occurs.
SELF-DIAGNOSING CODES SelfDiagnosing Code Description E1 Compressor Overheat Protection Please call Soleus Customer Service at 877-976-5387. E2 Condenser Overheat Protection Please call Soleus Customer Service at 877-976-5387. EH Humidity Sensor Malfunction Please call Soleus Customer Service at 877-976-5387.
WARRANTY One Year Limited Warranty Soleus Home Comfort 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 specified below from the date of original retail purchase in the United States.
