Normal Sounds; Dehumidifier Care; Cleaning The Air Filter - Amana D965E Use & Care Manual

When your dehumidifier is operating normally, you may hear
sounds such as:
■ Compressor sounds, which may be loud. This is normal.
Your new dehumidifier is designed to give you many years of dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care for your
dehumidifier. Call your local authorized dealer for an annual cleaning of the dehumidifier. Remember...the cost of this service call is your
responsibility.
The air filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean filter helps
remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important
for best operating efficiency. Check the filter every 2 weeks to
see whether it needs cleaning.
1. Turn off the dehumidifier.
2. Remove the bucket.
3. Pull the air filter down from below the front louvers.
4. Pull the bottom edge of the air filter away from the
dehumidifier to clear the bottom of the dehumidifier.
Exterior
NOTE: Have an authorized service technician clean and service
the interior coils of your product annually.
1. Turn off the dehumidifier.
2. Dust the front grille and side panels with a soft brush or the
dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner.
Water Bucket
Every few weeks, rinse the inside of the water bucket with a mild
detergent to avoid growth of mold, mildew and bacteria.
Water Level Float
The dehumidifier has an Empty Bucket light and a water level
float. The bucket must be properly aligned for the water level float
and Empty Bucket light to work.
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Normal Sounds

■ Clicking sounds when the dehumidifier or compressor turns
off and on, and when the Automatic Shutoff Switch is
working.
■ Air movement from the fan.
■ The drain pump buzzing for a short period of time after
pressing the Power on/off pad. This is normal.

DEHUMIDIFIER CARE

Cleaning the Air Filter

5. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If air filter is very dirty,
wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not wash air
filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air dry
filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum
efficiency.
6. Slide the air filter up into the dehumidifier.
7. Reinstall the bucket.
8. Turn on the dehumidifier.
Cleaning the Dehumidifier
NOTE: Be sure the float is snapped in place.
A. Water level float
B. Bucket
A
B