Kenmore 580.54351 Owner's Manual page 14

Maintenance
Your dehumidifieris designedto serve you year-
round. It needs practicallyno attention. However,
you shouldcheck your dehumidifierand inspectthe
coils annually.
You may want Sears Parts & RepairCenter to
perform this annual checkup. (Cost of the inspection
is the owner's responsibility.)
OR
If you are familiar with electricalappliances and their
functions, listed below are instructionswhich would
allow you to perform the inspectionand
maintenancefor yourself.
Cleaning the front case, bucket
and cabinet
Clean the front case and the cabinetwith a soft
cloth, warm water, and a mild detergent.
Clean the grille with a vacuumattachmentor brush.
Do not use bleach or abrasives.
Cleaning the air filter
1. Removewater bucketfrom the cabinet.
Pull out the air filter as shown above.
2. Wash air filter with warm water and a mild
detergent. Rinse and dry it.
Replaceit in the unit.
ElectricalShock Hazard
• Disconnectpower supply cord from receptacle
beforeperformingany maintenance.
• Be careful when cleaningthe coils.
Fins are sharp.
Failureto follow the above precautionscould result
in electricalshock or personalinjury.
Cleaning the coil
1.
RemoveFront Grille from the cabinet as shown.
2. Use a small brushto gently clean the coils as
shown.
If necessaryuse warm water and a mild
detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
_ AUTION : Do not spray the coil with a water hose.
Be careful! Sharp edges!
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