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Friedrich
ENERGY STAR
(D40C / D50C / D65C)
Installation &
Operation Guide
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DEHUMIDIFIER MODELS
115Volts • D30C • D40C • D50C • D65C
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Model information can be found on the name plate on the front of the
unit behind the condensate bucket.
To register your dehumidifier, complete and mail the enclosed
registration card, or register on-line at www.friedrich.com (USA only).
For your future convenience, record the model information here.
MODEL NUMBER SERIALNUMBER PURC
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Installation ................................................. 13 Safety Precautions ......................................3 Maintenance and Service ......................... 14 Prior to Operation .......................................7 Instruction ...................................................8 Electrical Safety ..........................................9 Operating Instructions .............................! 1 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # Serial # You can find them on
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Safety Precautions READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE • To prevent injury to the user, others or property damage, the following instructions must be followed. • Incorrect operation due to ignoring instructions will cause harm or damage; the seriousness is classified by the following indications. I_iL WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury. ,_ CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property onty. J, • Meanings of symbols used in this
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Safety Precautions • It will cause electric shock or fire. • It will cause electric shock or fire. • No grounding may cause electric shock. ® \ • Otherwise it may cause a fire or • It may cause fire and electric • It may cause electric shock. an electric shock. shock. • tt may cause explosion, fire, and • Water may enter the unit and • Since the fan rotates at high burn. degrade the insulation, tt may speed during operation, it may cause an electric shock. cause in 0 0 \, • It wilI cause machine
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Safety Precautions CAUTION • Installation • Theyaresharpandmaycause , It may cause failureof appliance or • It may cause electric shock and injury. performancedeterioration. damage. 0 • It wilt wastepower consumption in • It may damage the dehumidifier • tt is not designed to dehumidify the entire house. vain and it maycause an accident. or cause other damage or injury. 0 0 • It should withstand around • The dehumidifier must be 90 Ibs (40kg) of weight. operated in an enclosed area to be most ef
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Safety Precautions • Operation • The appearance of the • Otherwise, it will cause property • Low temperatures could cause coils to frost. dehumidifier may deteriorate, damage. change color, or develop surface flaws. • This could injure the pet or plant. • It is a general use appliance not • It is not sanitary and could cause precision equiment. ilIness or personal injury. i......... ..........i • Operation without filters wili cause failure. 6 Dehumidifier
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PriortoOperation PREPARING FOR OPERATION 1. Plug in the power plug properly. 2. Use a dedicated circuit. 3. Do not use an extension cord. 4. Do not start/stop operation by plugging/unplugging the power cord. 5. If the cord/plug is damaged, only replace it with an authorized replacement part. USAGE 1. Being exposed to direct airflow for an extended period of time could be hazardous to your health. Do not expose occupants, pets, or plants to direct airflow for extended periods of time. 2. Ventilat
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Instruction SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL This symbol alerts you to the risk of electric shock. dehumidifier. This symbol alerts you to hazards that could cause harm to the r_Lr*]r if-1!_ This symbol indicates special notes. PARTS WARNING: This appliance should be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations. Control panel Front Grille Cabinet Air Filter Handle Power cord Water bucket 8 Dehumidifier
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Electrical Safety WARNING: This appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug. To minimize the risk of electric shock, use the plug with a standard three-slot grounding wall power outlet. If the power outlet does not include a grounding slot, have a qualified electrician replace the outlet before you use the dehumidifier. Preferred method -[nsure proper ground exists before use ,_ WARNING: Do not cut or remove the grounding pr
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Electrical Safety TEMPORARY USE OF AN ADAPTER We strongly discourage the use of an adapter due to potential safety hazards. For temporary connections, use only a UL-listed adapter, available from most local hardware stores. To disconnect the power cord from the adapter, use one hand on each to avoid damaging the ground terminal. Avoid frequently unplugging the power cord as this can lead to eventual ground terminal damage. Temporarymethod "-"" AdapterP,ug_ -Metat Screw WARNING: Never use the app
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Operating Instructions 7 6 5 4 3 CONTROL PANEL 1. POWER key --- Pressing this key once turns the dehumidifier "ON" and pressing again turns the dehumidifier "OFF". 2. HUMIDITY CONTROL keys --- Are used to select the desired humidity setting. • A : Used to raise the desired humidity setting. • _ : Used to lower the desired humidity setting. • The desired humidity can be selected within a range of 35% to 70% RH in increments of 5%. • If you press the _ key once again at 35%RH, "On" mode is selecte
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Operating Instructions AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF The dehumidifier will turn off automatically when the bucket is full, or when the bucket is removed or not reptaced in the proper position. The bucket must be replaced in the proper position for the dehumidifier to work. The light will be on and the dehumidifier will not run if the bucket is not in the proper position. Water leveI control switch DISPOSING OF COLLECTED WATER 1.Empty the bucket manually. 2.Attach a length of garden hose to the threaded dra
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Installation CHOOSING THE PROPER LOCATION FOR YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER • Use the dehumidifier in a • Use the dehumidifier in laundry * Use the dehumidifier to prevent basement to help prevent bathing, and dishwashing areas moisture damage where books which have excessive moisture, are stored. moisture damage. INSTALLING THE DEHUMIDIFIER PROPERLY 1. Allow at least 12 inches of space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation. 2.Install your dehumidifier on a floor, table, or shelf. When installin
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Maintenance and Service Your dehumidifier is designed to serve you year- iN round, tt needs practically no attention. However, you should check your dehumidifier and inspect the Electrical Shock Hazard coils annually. • Disconnect power supply cord from receptacle You may want an Authorized Service Center to before performing any maintenance. perform this annual checkup. (Cost of the inspection is the owner's responsibility.) • Be careful when cleaning the coils. OR Fins are sharp. Failure to fo
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Maintenance and Service TROUBLESHOOTING The dehumidifier may be operating abnormally when: • Make sure the dehumidifier plug is pushed completely into the outlet. • Check the house fuse or circuit breaker box Dehumidifier and replace the fuse or reset the breaker. does not start • The dehumidifier automatically turns off when this occurs. Empty the bucket. • Make sure the bucket is in the right place. • Lower the humidity setting. • When first installed, allow at least 3 or 4 days to maintain th
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Friedrich FRIEDRICH AIR CONDITIONING CO, Posf Office Box ] 540 • San Anfonio, Texas 78295-1540 (210) 357-4400 * FAX (210) 357-4490 DEHUMIDIFIER LIMITED WARRANTY FIRST YEAR ANY PART: If any part supplied by FRIEDRICH fails because of a defect in wolkmanship ol rnaterial within twelve months from date of original purchase, FRIEDRICH will repair the product at no charge, provided dehumidifier is reasonably accessible for service. Any additional labor cost for removing inaccessible units and/or char
