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PORTABLE
DEHUMIDIFIER
User’s Manual
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9451 Telstar Ave.
El Monte, CA 91731
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing a Soleus Air Dehumidifier to provide you and your family with your home comfort needs. This owner’s manual will provide you with valuable information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new dehumidifier. If properly maintained, your Soleus Air Dehumidifier will give you many years of trouble free operation. Please take a few moments to read the instructions thoroughly and familiarize yourself with all the operational aspects of th
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: The WARNING instructions issued in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense, caution and care are factors that must be used when installing, maintaining, or operating the dehumidifier. Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate the equipment according to the manufacturer’s instructions may result in conditions which can produce bodily injury and/or propert
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FEATURES • Powerful Dehumidifying Capability Taking advantage of refrigeration technology, the dehumidifier powerfully removes partial moisture from the air to decrease the humidity level of the room and keep the indoor air dry and comfortable. • Lightweight Portable Design The dehumidifier is built to be compact and lightweight. The casters on the bottom of the unit make it easy to move from room to room or up and down stairs. • Low Temperature Operation with Automatic Defrost
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SPECIFICATIONS Model CFM-25E CFM-40E Power Supply 115V, 60Hz 12 liters/day 20 liters/day Capacity (25 pints/day) (40 pints/day) Power Consumption 220W 330W 6 liters (automatic shutdown at ~ 5.5 liters) Water Tank Capacity [12.5pints (automatic shutdown at ~ 11.5 pints)] Weight 27.5 lbs 30.8 lbs Dimensions (WxDxH) 14.5” x 9.25” x 21 • The dehumidification capacity is rated at a room temperature of 86°F with a relative humidity of 80%. • If specifications are improved after thi
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PRODUCT DIAGRAM FRONT REAR 6
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Control Panel Indicator Lights • Power Indicator Light The power indicator light will turn on when the unit is plugged in, regardless of whether the unit is operating or not. Tank Full Indicator Light • The tank full indicator light will turn on when the drainage tank is full or positioned incorrectly. If light is on, empty the water out of the drainage tank and make sure the tank is positioned properly. Power Level Indicator Lights • W
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OPERATION 1. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet • After the power cord is plugged into an outlet, the power light will turn on. • The fan will continuously run, even if the compressor shuts off. 2. Open the louver manually • Before operation starts, please check and make sure the louver has been opened. If the louver is closed, the unit may overheat. • Set the louver to the preferred angle from the 6 options. (When the indoor temperature is above 91°F, set the louver to the
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NOTE: 1. Do not remove the styrofoam packing from the float on the unit. The float on the unit will no longer be able to detect the water level correctly without the styrofoam packing, and water may leak from the water tank. This can cause electrical shock and/or short circuits. (see Fig. 1) 2. If the drainage tank is dirty, wash it with cold or lukewarm water. Do not use detergent, scouring pads, chemically treated dust cloths, gasoline, benzene, thinner, or other solvents, as
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Fig. 4 Fig.5 Fig. 6 Moving the Dehumidifier 1. Drain the water. 2. Lift up the handle and tilt the unit back. 3. Move the unit by rolling on the back casters. NOTE: 1. If the floor is made of a material that scratches easily, or if the floor is uneven, lift the unit off the floor and move it. Avoid rolling the unit if the floor has shag carpeting. This can damage the surface of the carpet. 2. Tilt it within range of 20 to 30 degrees. (If you tilt the unit
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MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Dehumidifier • To Clean the Body Wipe it with a soft damp cloth Gasoline benzene, thinners, scouring powder, chemically treated dust cloths, and detergents may damage the main unit and should not be used. • To Clean the Air Filter NOTE: The air filter should be cleaned approximately once every two weeks. 1. Remove the air filter Press downward on the tabs on the air filter to remove it. (see Fig. 7) 2. Clean the air filter Run a va
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TROUBLESHOOTING If a condition listed below occurs, please check the flowing items before calling customer service. Problem Possible Cause Solution Has the power cord been Plug the power cord into the outlet. disconnected? Is the tank full indicator lamp Discard the water in the drainage The unit does not operate. blinking? (The tank is full or in a tank and then reposition the tank. wrong position.) Is the temperature of the room The protection device is activated
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WARRANTY One Year Limited Warranty Soleus International Inc. warrants the accompanying Soleus Air CFM-25E/ CFM-40E Dehumidifier to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the applications specified in its operation instruction for a period of ONE (1) year from the date of original retail purchase in the United States or Canada. If the humidifier exhibits a defect in normal use, Soleus International Inc. will, at its option, either repair or replace it, free of charge withi
