Dri-Eaz DrizAir 1200 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual Dri-Eaz DrizAir® Dehumidfiers 115-volt model: 1200
WARNING
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Unit must be electrically grounded.
•Insert 3- prong plug on power cord directly into matching grounded receptacle.
•Do not use adaptor Keep wiring and motor dry.
•Do not operate in standing water
•Do not operate in rain or snow.
•If electrical components become wet, allow them to dry before using.
Read and understand manual before use.
Use and Operation
INTRODUCTION
DrizAir dehumidifiers reduce humidity in enclosed structural environments
by removing water vapor from the air. With proper use, DrizAir dehumidifiers
can help dry wet materials like carpet, carpet pad, floors, walls, building
contents and more. Using DrizAir dehumidifiers may also prevent secondary
damage caused by high humidity. For best results, we recommend you use DrizAir
dehumidifiers with TurboDryer airmovers. The airmovers speed evaporation by
lifting moisture into the air.
HOW THE DRIZAIR DEHUMIDIFER WORKS
DrizAir refrigerant dehumidifiers operate by pulling moist air in across a very
cold evaporator core. The moisture condenses (freezes) on the coil. At
intervals, the machine will go into defrost mode, warming the frost back to
water. The water collects in a tray and leaves the unit through a drain hose or
pump.
IMPORTANT: Before moving the unit, make sure there's no water in the pump.
See how to use the PURGE function under "How to use the touchpad controller".
SETTING UP A DRYING AREA
Use in an enclosed space
You should operate DrizAir dehumidifiers in an enclosed area, as this creates
a drying chamber. Close all doors, windows or areas that open to the outside to
maximize the unit's water removal efficiency. Also, keep traffic though the
drying chamber to a minimum.
How to position the DrizAir dehumidifier
• Place your DrizAir dehumidifier in the middle of a room away from walls
and contents
• Keep it away from anything that could prevent airflow into and out of the
unit.
Use a 115V, 3-prong grounded connection Do not use with an adapter
Managing temperature rise
DrizAir dehumidifiers warm the air as they remove moisture. Optimal drying
temperatures range from 68-85°F (20-29°C).
The most accurate way to monitor temperature is with a thermo-hygrometer;
however, you can use an indoor/outdoor thermometer to gauge temperature
just make sure it's located in the center of the room away from the airflow of
the dehumidifier.
If the temperature rises to unsafe levels (over 90°F/32°C) you can use the
structure's HVAC (air conditioning) system to bring the temperature down.
Just set it to 80°F (27°C), and continue to operate the dehumidifier. If
there's no HVAC system, call a Dri-Eaz at 888-867-3235, and a Technical
Specialist help you find an appropriate solution.