Set Up Dehumidifier For Installation; Location Considerations - Aprilaire 1870F Installation And Operating Manual

SET UP DEHUMIDIFIER FOR INSTAllATION

IMPORTANT:
Cut the strap securing the compressor
shipping support bracket and remove the strap, shipping bracket
screws, and bracket. See Figure 1.

lOCATION CONSIDERATIONS

• A llow sufficient clearance for filter removal and
to prevent airflow obstruction
• E lectrical service access will require the removal
of the side panel shown. Allow sufficient space
for service on this side of the unit.
• I f locating the unit in an attic or crawl space, a
Model 76 Control mounted in the living space
is recommended. Refer to Model 76 Installation
Instructions and Owner's Manual.
• A lways install the dehumidifier in a condensate
pan when locating in or over a finished space.
FIGURE 1 – Remove Shipping bracket
FIGURE 2 – Filter Access Clearance
ELECTRICAL SERVICE
ACCESS THIS SIDE
6 FT. POWER CORD
TOP VIEW
REMOVE SHIPPING BRACKET
6" MINIMUM CLEARANCE
FOR PROPER AIR FLOW
20" MINIMUM
FILTER
CLEARANCE FOR FILTER
(EITHER SIDE)
CUT OFF
PLASTIC STRAP
90-2040
90-2042
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