If You Need Service Or Assistance
We suggest you follow these
steps:
1. Before calling for assistance . . . 2. If the problem is not due to one of the
Performance problems often result from little above items*...
things you can find and fix yourself without tools Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
of any kind. unit, or an authorized WhirlpoolSM service
If your dehumidifier will not operate: company.
l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live 3. If you need FSP~ replacement parts*...
circuit with proper voltage? (See page 4.)
FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool
l Have you checked your home?s main fuses or Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol
circuit breaker box? of quality whenever you need a replacement part
l Is the Fan Control set to OFF? for your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement
parts will fit right and work right, because they are
If your dehumidifier blows fuses or trips the
circuit breaker: made to the same exacting specifications used to
build every new Whirlpool appliance.
l Is a time-delay fuse being used? Is it of the To locate FSP replacement parts in your area,
correct capacity?
contact the dealer from whom you purchased the
l Is an extension cord being used? Do not use unit, or an authorized WhirlpoolSM service
an extension cord.
company.
l Are coils iced over or clogged with lint?
If the dehumidifier coils are iced over:
l Room humidity is too low. Turn unit off.
*When requesting assistance, please provide:
l Is room temperature too low? (See ?De-icer
control? on page 7.) model number, serial number, date of pur
chase, and a complete description of the
9 Is the filter dirty? problem. This information is needed to better
If water collects on the floor: respond to your request.
l Is the unit level?
l Is the drain hose (if used) kinked?
l Is the drain clogged?
l Is the water pan overflowing?
Special dehumidifier needs:
l Annual inspection
Clean filter and coils, inspect drain and hoses. If
necessary, oil the fan motor (see pages 9-l 0).
l Moving
When moving, keep the unit in an upright
position.
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