Frigidaire FFAP5033W1 - High Humidity 50 Pint Capacity Dehumidifier Manual

Location

Selecting a Location

1. Dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most effective. Close all doors, windows, and other outside openings to the room. The effectiveness of the dehumidifier depends on the rate at which new moisture-laden air enters the room.
2. Place dehumidifier in a location that does not restrict the airflow of the air intake and air outlet.
3. A dehumidifier operating in a basement will have little or no effect in drying an adjacent enclosed storage area, such as a closet, unless there is adequate circulation of air in and out of the area. lt may be necessary to install a second dehumidifier in the enclosed area for satisfactory drying.
4. The dehumidifier must be installed on a level floor that will support it with a full bucket of water.
5. There should be a minimum of 12 inches clearance around the dehumidifier. The unit will produce heat while in operation and should not be operated in an enclosed small space like a closet.
   

HOW IT WORKS

When the unit is started, the fan begins to pull moisture-laden air across the dehumidifying coils. The coils condense or draw moisture from the air, and air flows through the air outlet louvers into the room as dry, warm air. Moisture removed from air is collected in a bucket on the front of the dehumidifier.
The unit is designed to operate between 41°F (5°C), and 89°F (32°C). The unit will not work properly if the temperature is out of this temperature range, or the performance of the unit will fall greatly.
The "Compressor" circuit has an automatic 3 minute time delayed start if the unit is turned off and on quickly. This prevents overheating of the compressor and possible circuit breaker tripping. Make sure the tank is fitted correctly otherwise unit will not turn on.

Wiring Diagram

Dehumidifier Features

ELECTRONIC CONTROL
Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel and all its functions (as shown below).

1. Check Filter Reset Button
2. Bucket Full Indicator
3. Displays Humidity
4. Turns Unit On Or Off
5. Sets Fan Speed
6. Adjusts Humidity
7. Sets Timer
8. Pump Feature

Operating Instructions

Allow the unit to reach room temperature before operating.
To begin operating the dehumidifier, follow these steps:
NOTE
Unit must be upright for one hour prior to operating.

1. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded 115 volt AC outlet.
   NOTE
   If the "BUCKET FULL" light is on, remove the bucket and re-install to reset the float switch.
   
2. To turn the unit on, press the ON/OFF button. The unit will run in the factory setting of CONTINUOUS and high fan speed. In the CONTINUOUS mode, the unit will only display CO and not the room humidity. It is recommended you leave the unit running in the CONTINUOUS setting for the first three or four days until the sweating and dampness odors have stopped.
   
3. After a few days when the Relative
   Humidity has declined, press the HUMIDITY () or () buttons to choose a value between 35% to 85%, so the room is kept at a comfortable humidity. Pressing the () or () buttons will change the humidity selection in 5% increments. 5 seconds after you have set the desired humidity, the readout will display the actual room humidity. If at any time you want to return to the CONTINUOUS Mode, pressing the HUMIDITY () button will lower the Relative Humidity through 5% decrements until the display reads CO.
   
4. You can also use the FAN SPEED button to change the fan speed to Hi, Med or Lo. The indicator light will show the setting you have selected. A higher fan speed will result in quicker moisture removal.
   
5. The Filter reset light will illuminate after 250 hours of operation. At this time refer to the care and cleaning section to remove and clean the filter. Once the filter has been cleaned and replaced, simply press the Filter reset button to extinguish the light.
   
6. The TIMER function enables you to either Delay Start or Delay Stop the unit in the choice from 0.5 hour to 24 hours. If the unit is running, then selecting Timer will turn the unit off in the hours that will be set (Delay Stop). If the unit is off, then selecting Timer will turn the unit on in the hours that will be set (Delay Start). TIMER setting: First press TIMER button, then adjust timer setting, by tapping or holding the () or () button to change the delay timer at 0.5 hour increments, up to 10 hours, then by 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The control will count down the time remaining (8,7.5,7, etc.) until the unit either starts or stops. For the Delay Start, the fan speed and humidity maintained will be the same as previous setting. After TIMER setting finishes, pressing TIMER button again at any time will stop the TIMER function. The Delay Start/Stop Feature will work until the unit either starts or stops. Once that happens the above steps have to be repeated.
   
   NOTE
   1. Before entering TIMER setting, make sure power is being supplied to the unit.
   2. Before entering TIMER setting, make sure pressing HUMIDITY () or () button sets one desired room humidity first.
7. Press PUMP button, the unit will enter water pump mode. Pump Mode Indicator will be on. When the water tank is full of water, the pump will start to pump water automatically. The pump will stop automatically after the water tank have been empty.
   
   NOTE:
   • Pump drain hose must be well connected for this mode.
   • If the Pump indicator and Bucket Full indicator flash simultaneously, after pressing the Pump button, check if the pump drain hose in the bucket is installed properly.
8. To shut the unit down, press the ON/OFF button.
   
   Note: After a power outage, the unit will memorize the last setting and return the unit to the same setting once power is restored.

Fault Codes

1. If the display reads "AS" or "ES", a sensor has failed. Contact your Authorized Frigidaire Service Center.
   
2. If the display reads "EC", check the following operating conditions. Outlet voltage should be 115V±10% and the surrounding temperature should be with in the range of 41°F to 89°F. Unplug the unit and plug it in again under normal operating conditions. If the "EC" code persists, contact your Authorized Frigidaire Service Center.
   
3. If the display reads "E4", the communication between display PCB and main control PCB is faulty. Contact your Authorized Frigidaire Service Center.
   
4. If the display reads "PU", check the following operating conditions:
   1. Make sure the pump drain hose is well connected.
   2. Check that the hose is not blocked, kinked or frozen.
   3. Remove and empty the water bucket to check the bucket pickup for blockage of dirt or alge.
   4. Turn off the unit and restart it under normal operating conditions.
   5. Unplug the unit and plug it in again under normal operating conditions. If the "PU" code persists, contact your Authorized Frigidaire Service Center.
      
      NOTE:
      1. If your unit does not pump water, you need to check below first:
         1. Check the pump is turned on.
         2. The unit will not pump untill it reaches the full bucket point.
      2. Please follow the steps described in "Emptying the Bucket" to remove and empty the water bucket.
      3. Please follow the steps described in "Care and Cleaning" to clean the unit regularly to prevent dirt or alge.

Removing Collected Water

1. Emptying the Bucket:

1. When the bucket is full, the unit will shut down and the BUCKET FULL indicator will illuminate.
   
2. Do not move the unit at this time otherwise water may spill on the floor.
3. Press sides of bucket gently to unclip the bucket from the unit.
4. Remove the bucket as shown in the photographs below and empty the bucket.
   
   
   
   Discard water from bucket. Water is not potable and cannot be used for drinking.
5. Replace the empty bucket back into the unit and once seated correctly, the unit will start up again.
6. You should hear a click when the bucket is in the correct position.

If the bucket full light does not extinguish, check that the float is correctly snapped in place.

2. Continuous Drainage:
   1. For continuous drainage operation, you will need a garden hose and a drain nearby to discharge the water into.
   2. Unscrew the drain cap on the backside of the unit. (fig.1)
      
   3. Insert the female threaded end of the hose onto the drain connector of the unit. (fig.2)
      
   4. Screw the garden hose onto the threaded portion of the drain connector. (fig.3)
      
   5. Make sure the hose is secure so there are no leaks.
   6. Direct the hose toward the drain, making sure that there are no kinks that will stop the water flowing.
   7. Place the end of the hose into the drain. (fig.4)
      
   8. Select the desired humidity setting and fan speed on the unit for continuous draining to start.
      NOTE
      1. Check the seal between the hose and the drain connector. If there is a small leak then replace the hose gasket and re-tighten the hose.
      2. It is recommended that a Dehumidifier Drain Hose - 1/2" (12.7 mm) or larger be used. Make sure there are no kinks or elevations in the hose.
      3. When a hose is not attached to the drain connector, please ensure drain cap is screwed securely to the connector to prevent leakages.

3. Pump function:
   To connect pump drain hose:
   1. Press the tightening ring of drainage joint;(fig.11)
      
   2. Keep pressing the grey ring while pulling out the plug. (fig.12);
      
   3. Insert the drain hose onto the drainage joint, make sure it is connected well so that it is fully seated.
   4. Place the other end of the drain hose in the location you want the water to go to a floor drain, a water container, or through a basement window to the outdoors.

To remove pump drain hose:

1. Press the tightening ring of drainage joint.
2. Pull out the drain hose.
3. Place the plug back to the joint.
   NOTE:
   1. The maximum distance and the rise may be 5m from the unit. Exceeding this distance may damage the unit or cause leaks.
   2. If removing the hose to use in Bucket mode, please reinsert the drain plug to prevent accidental water leakage. (You still need to press the tightening ring when removing the hose.)

Care and Cleaning

1. Filter
   Clean the filter every two weeks based on normal operating conditions.
   To remove the filter:
   1. Open the back grille and pull out the filter.
   2. Wash the filter with clean water then dry.
   3. Re-install the filter.
2. Cabinet
   1. Dust cabinet with an oil-free cloth, or using a damp cloth.
   2. Vacuum grill using brush attachment.
3. Water Bucket
   Clean the Water Bucket every two weeks based on normal operating conditions.
   1. Clean bucket with warm water and detergent.
   2. Clean the pump filter at the same time in cleaning the bucket.
      
4. Pump filter
   Clean the pump filter every two weeks based on normal operating conditions.
   1. Take out the water bucket from the unit.
   2. Remove the screw as shown in fig.20.
      
   3. Take out the pump drainage structure and clean the filter at the button of the hose. fig.21
      
   4. Reinstall the filter and pump drainage structure to the water bucket.

STORAGE

When unit is not in use, unplug and use the cord wrap shown for your model type.

Normal Sounds

1. Dripping Sound
   The sound of dripping water may be heard during the dehumidification cycle.
2. Sound of Rushing Air
   At the top of the unit, you may hear the sound of rushing air being moved by the fan.
3. Gurgle/Hiss
   "Gurgling or hissing" noise may be heard due to refrigerant passing through evaporator during normal operation.
4. High pitched Chatte
   Today's high e ciency compressors may have a high pitched chatter during the dehumidification cycle.

BEFORE YOU CALL

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.

If These Solutions Fail, Call 1-800-944-9044(US)/1-800-265-8352(Canada) For Frigidaire Service.

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