Care And Cleaning; Air Filter; Grille And Case; Water Bucket - GE APEL70 Owner's Manual

Care and cleaning of the dehumidifier.
Tum off the dehumidifier and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Grille and Case
To clean the case:
Usewater and a mild detergent. Do not use
bleach or abrasives.
To clean the front grille:
Use a vacuum attachment or brush.
Water Bucket
To clean:
Everyfew weeks, clean the bucket to prevent growth of
mold, mildew and bacteria. Partially fill the bucket with
clean water and add a little mild detergent. Swish it around
in the bucket, empty and rinse.
NOTE:Do not use a dishwasher to clean the
water bucket.
To remove:
Removethe bucket and pour out any water.
To replace:
Slide the bucket into the dehumidifier.
NOTE:Thebucket must be in place and securelyseated for
the dehumidifier to operate.
Air Filter
The air filter behind the front grille should
be checked and cleaned at least every 250 hours
of operation or more often if necessary.
After 250 hours of operation, the Clean the Filter indicator
light will glow to remind you to clean the filter. Remove
the filter and clean it. Replacethe filter and press the Filter
Timer pad to turn off the Clean the Filter light.
To remove:
Remove the bucket. Grasp the filter edge, and pull it straight
down and out.
To clean:
Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse
and let the filter dry before replacing it.
NOTE:DONOTrinse or put the filter in an automatic
dishwasher.
A CAUTION:
DONOToperate the dehumidifier without a
filter becausedirt and lint will clog it and reduce
performance.
NOTE:Avoid using a dishwasher to clean the filter.