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Dehumidifier SERVICE MANUAL MODEL: DH3010B(DHA3012DL) DH4010B(DHA4012DL) DH5010B(DHA5012DL) CAUTION - BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT, READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. - ONLY FOR AUTHORIZED SERVICE. http://biz.LGservice.com http://www.LGservice.com/techsup.html...
1.4 SPECIFICATIONS ... 4 1.5 CONTROL ... 5 1.6 HOW TO OPERATE DEHUMIDIFIER ... 5 1.6.1 HOW DOES THE DEHUMIDIFIER WORK? ... 5 1.6.2 LOCATION FOR THE DEHUMIDIFIER ... 5 1.6.3 MICRO SWITCH ... 6 1.6.4 AUTO DEFROST ... 6 1.6.5 HUMIDISTAT ...
This Service Manual provides various service information, containing the mechanical and electrical parts etc. This dehumidifier was manufactured and assembled under the strict quality control system. The refrigerant is charged at the factory. Be sure to read the safety precaution prior to servicing the unit.
WITHOUT BUCKET DIMENSIONS W x H x D, mm(in) WITH BUCKET NET WEIGHT, kg(lbs) ※ ※ NOTE : Specifications are subject to minor change without notice for further improvement. DH3010B (DHA3012D*) (DHA4012D*) 1ø, 115V, 60Hz R134a 4.76(135) OPEN : 32°F(0°C –...
• The Water Level Control Switch shuts off the dehumidifier when the bucket is full, or when the bucket is removed or not replaced in the proper position. 1.6 HOW TO OPERATE DEHUMIDIFIER 1.6.1 HOW DOES THE DEHUMIDIFIER WORK?
1.6.3 MICRO SWITCH The micro switch assembly, which is located on the barrier of inside unit, automatically shuts off the dehumidifier when the bucket is full (note, the Auto Shut Off lights, to indicate bucket must be emptied). The bucket replaces in its place, the unit again turns itself on.
2. CIRCUIT DIAGRAM • MODEL : DH3010B/DHA3012DL CONTROL, DEFROST WIRING DIAGRAM LOCATION DESCRIPTION POWER CORD ASSEMBLY SWITCH, ROTARY MOTOR ASSEMBLY, SINGLE P.T.C. ASSEMBLY COMPRESSOR O.L.P. LAMP, NEON CONTROL, DEFROST HUMIDISTAT SWITCH ASSEMBLY, MICRO TERMINAL BLOCK ※ S: SERVICE PARTS GR/YL...
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• MODEL : DH4010B/DHA4012DL, DH5010B/DHA5012DL(DEFROST CONTROL TYPE) CONTROL, DEFROST WIRING DIAGRAM LOCATION DESCRIPTION POWER CORD ASSEMBLY SWITCH, ROTARY MOTOR ASSEMBLY SINGLE CAPACITOR COMPRESSOR (ROTARY) O.L.P. LAMP, NEON CONTROL, DEFROST HUMIDISTAT SWITCH ASSEMBLY, MICRO ※ S: SERVICE PARTS A: ALTERNATE PARTS GR/YL GR/YL MOTOR...
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• MODEL : DH4010B/DHA4012DL, DH5010B/DHA5012DL(THERMOSTAT CONTROL TYPE) THERMOSTAT WIRING DIAGRAM LOCATION DESCRIPTION POWER CORD ASSEMBLY SWITCH, ROTARY MOTOR ASSEMBLY SINGLE CAPACITOR COMPRESSOR (ROTARY) O.L.P. LAMP, NEON THERMOSTAT HUMIDISTAT SWITCH ASSEMBLY, MICRO ※ S: SERVICE PARTS A: ALTERNATE PARTS GR/YL GR/YL MOTOR COMP O.L.P...
3. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3.1 MECHANICAL PARTS 3.1.1 BUCKET AND AIR FILTER 1. Disconnect the power supply. 2. Turn the Humidity Control off. 3. Remove the bucket. (See Figure 5) 4. Flex the filter at the lower right corner and take it off.
Power cord. 2. Disconnect housing and all leads of power cord then remove it from the unit. (See Figure 13) DH5010B DH4010B Figure 9 Figure 10 Figure 11 Figure 13 —11— DH3010B Defrost control Figure 12...
3.2.7 FAN AND MOTOR 1. Turn the nut left and full out the Fan by hands carefully. 2. Remove 2 screws that fasten Heat Exchange. 3. Lift the H/E and open the H/E around 45 degree clockwise carefully. (See Figure 14) 4.
3.3 REFRIGERATING CYCLE 3.3.1 CONDENSER, EVAPORATOR AND CAPILLARY TUBE(HEAT EXCHANGE ASSEMBLY) 1. Remove the insulation on the H/E assembly 2. Pierce the pinch-off tube to discharge the refrigerant, using a FREON 3. After discharging the refrigerant completely, remove 2 screws between the shroud and H/E. (See Figure 17) 4.
3.3.2 P.T.C. OR OVERLOAD PROTECTOR (O.L.P.) FOR RECIPROCATING COMPRESSOR 1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 3.1.3) 2. Remove a screw or a nut which fastens the terminal cover 3. Disconnect the lead wire from the overload protector or P.T.C. assembly. 4.
3.4 HOW TO REPLACE THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM 1. When replacing the refrigeration cycle, be sure to discharge the refrigerant system by using a refrigerant recovery system. 2. After discharging the unit completely, remove the desired component, and unbrace the pinch-off tubes.
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Equipment needed: Vacuum pump, charging cylinder, manifold gauge, brazing equipment. pinch-off tool capable of making a vapor-proof seal, leak detector, tubing cutter, hand tools to remove components, service valve. EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLY (LOW PRESSURE SIDE) CONDENSER ASSEMBLY (HIGH PRESSURE SIDE) COMPOUND GAUGE MANIFOLD GAUGE COMPRESSOR...
Check that all doors, windows and other openings are securely closed. Install the dehumidifier away from the dryer. The dryer should be vented to the outside. Repair gas leak. Clean the air filter. Set and use the dehumidifier at a sturdy, flat, and level place.
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CONDITION 1. Dehumidifier does not start. (Both compressor and fan motor do not operate.) 2. Motor runs but compressor does not run. 3. Does not defrost control. 4. Insufficient dehumidification CAUSE No power Poor plug contact at outlet. Bucket is full.
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Check micro switch and float. Check line voltage. It must be between 103.5V and 126.5V volts. If intermittent, provide new supply. Move dehumidifier for free and unobstructed air flow. Clean dust or dirt on the Heat Exchange. If not running, determine the cause.