Cleaning The Dehumidifier; Troubleshooting - Amana D965E Use & Care Manual

Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help.
Dehumidifier will not run
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Is the dehumidifier turned on? Turn on the dehumidifier.
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.
■ Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong
outlet? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. See "Electrical
Requirements."

TROUBLESHOOTING

■
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker
tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the
problem continues, call an electrician. See "Electrical
Requirements."
■ Is the bucket installed properly? Reinstall the bucket so
that it fits all the way into the dehumidifier.
■
Does the bucket need to be emptied? Empty the bucket.
■ Is the water level float in place? Remove the bucket. Check
that the float is snapped into place. Reinstall the bucket.
Ice forms on coils
■ An automatic deicer will turn off the compressor and
allow the fan to run. This reduces the ice buildup on the
coils. The compressor will cycle back on when the deicer
senses the correct operating temperature.
Dehumidifier runs but does not dehumidify
■ An automatic deicer will turn off the compressor and
allow the fan to run. This reduces the ice buildup on the
coils. The compressor will cycle back on when the deicer
senses the correct operating temperature.
■ The filter (on some models) is dirty or obstructed by
debris. Clean the filter.
Air coming from dehumidifier is warm
■ Dehumidifier will put out warm air under normal operating
conditions.
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