Dehumidifier Use; Setting The Controls (Control Types 1 And 2 Only) - Whirlpool AD40DSS0 Use And Care Manual

Starting/Stopping the Dehumidifier
NOTE: Before turning on the dehumidifier, be sure that the
bucket is empty and fits all the way into the dehumidifier.
Control Type 1
NOTE: Minimum operating temperature is 65ºF (18ºC).
A. Light glows, indicating the bucket is full or is not in correct position.
B. Adjusts amount of moisture removed from room.
Control Type 2
NOTE: Minimum operating temperature is 55ºF (13ºC).
A
C
A. Light glows, indicating the bucket is full or is not in correct position.
B. Adjusts amount of moisture removed from room.
C. Selects fan speed.
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DEHUMIDIFIER USE

Setting the Controls (Control types 1 and 2 only)

A
B
B
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2. To turn on dehumidifier, turn DRYNESS CONTROL clockwise.
IMPORTANT: If the Empty/Adjust Bucket light comes on, the
dehumidifier will not operate. Empty or adjust bucket.
3. To turn off dehumidifier, turn DRYNESS CONTROL
counterclockwise to OFF.
Empty/Adjust Bucket Light
If this light is on, the dehumidifier is not running. This light
indicates that you need to check:
If the bucket is full, empty and reinstall bucket.
If the bucket is not in position, remove the bucket and
reinstall. Make sure the bucket fits all the way into the
dehumidifier and the light is off, or dehumidifier will not run.
Fan Speed (Control Type 2 Models Only)
The Fan Speed controls fan operation
High—for faster moisture removal
Low—for quieter moisture removal
Dryness Control
The Dryness Control regulates the amount of moisture in the
room. Turn the control knob clockwise for more drying. Turn the
control knob counterclockwise for less drying. Turn the control
knob to "Dry" to maintain average humidity conditions.
NOTE: For the first few days of use, turn the DRYNESS
CONTROL clockwise to CONTINUOUS RUN to remove extra
moisture from the furnishings as well as the room air.