Sears 580.54501 50 User manual

Owner's Manual
Manuel del Propietario
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DEHUMIDIFIER
DESHUMIDIFICADOR
Model, Modelo 580.54501 50 Pint
580.54701 70 Pint Low Temp
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Distributed by Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
www.sears.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................ 2
WARRANTY .................................................. 2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................ 3
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS .................. 4
INSTALLING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER .............. 5
Defrost Control Function .......................... 5
CHOOSING THE PROPER LOCATION .......5
AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF .............................. 5
OPERATION ................................................. 6
Features ................................................... 6
Control Panel ........................................... 7
OPTIONS FOR DISPOSING
OF COLLECTED WATER ............................. 8
MAINTENANCE ............................................ 9
Grille and case ......................................... 9
Air filter ..................................................... 9
General cleaning ...................................... 9
Water bucket cleaning .............................. 9
Cleaning inside the unit.......................... 10
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 11
ESPANOL ................................................... 12
MASTER PROTECTION AGREEMENTS ...23
SERVICE NUMBERS .................... Back cover
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON DEHUMIDIFIER
For one year from the date of purchase, if the Dehumidifier is operated and maintained
according to the owner's instructions furnished with the product, Sears will repair the
Dehumidifier free of charge, if defective in materials or workmanship.
FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
For five years from the date of purchase, when this Dehumidifier is operated and maintained according
to owner's instructions furnished with the product, Sears will repair the sealed refrigeration system
(consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing, and compressor motor) free of charge, if defective in
material or workmanship.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING UNIT TO THE NEAREST SEARS
SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES. CALL 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®FOR NEAREST
SERVICE CENTER TO YOU.
This warranty applies only while this Dehumidifier is used in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
Distributed by Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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AIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury when using your dehumidifier, the following
safety precautions must be followed:
•Do not place the power cord near aheater.
It may cause fire and electric shock.
• Do not use the power cord near flammable gas
or combustibles such as gasoline, benzene,
thinner, etc.
It may cause explosion or fire.
• Do not disassemble or modify products.
It may cause electric shock and failure.
• Plug in the power cord properly.
Otherwise, it may cause electric shock or fire.
• Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting or
pulling out the power plug.
It may cause electric shock or fire.
• Do not damage the power cord or use an
unspecified power cord.
It may cause electric shock or fire.
• Do not modify power cord length.
It may cause electric shock or fire.
• Do not share the outlet with other appliances.
It may cause electric shock or fire.
• Always plug into a grounded outlet.
Not grounding unit may cause electric shock.
• Unplug the unit if strange sounds, odors, or
smoke come from it.
Unplugging the unit may avoid electric shock or fire
hazard.
• Do not use the socket if it is loose or damaged.
It may cause fire and electric shock.
• Do not operate with wet hands or in damp
environment.
It may cause electric shock.
• Ventilate before operating defumidifier when
gas goes out.
It may cause explosion, fire, and burn.
• Do not clean the dehumidifier with water.
Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation. It
may cause an electric shock.
• Unplug unit before cleaning the unit.
Since the fan rotates at high speed during operation, it
may cause injury.
• If water enters the product, turn off the
dehumidifier's power switch, then unplug the
unit. Contact service for repair.
It wilI cause machine failure or electric shock.
•Do not block the inlet or outlet.
It may cause failure of appliance or performance
deterioration.
•Hold the plug by the head when taking it out.
Otherwise, it may cause electric shock and damage.
• Turn off the main power switch when not using
the dehumidifier for a long time.
Turning off the unit will save on energy costs.
•Make sure the dehumidifier is the correct size
for the area you want to dehumidify.
It is not designed to dehumidify the entire house.
• Install the dehumidifier properly only on a floor.
For proper operation, your dehumidifier should be
installed only on a floor.
• Close all doors, windows and other outside
openings to the room.
The dehumidifier must be operated in an enciosed area
to be most effective.
• When removing the filter be aware that some
metal parts may have sharp edges.
Sharp edges may cause injury.
• Use a soft cloth to clean. Do not use wax,
thinner, or a strong detergent.
The appearance of the dehumidifier may deteriorate,
change color, or develop surface flaws.
• Be sure to replace the bucket properly after
emptying to prevent water from collecting on
the floor.
Otherwise, it will cause property damage.
• The 50 pint model(54501) may not operate
efficiently if the room temperature is below
65°F(18°C). The 70 pint Low Temperature
model(54701) may not operate efficiently if the
room temperature is below 42°F(6°C).
Low temperatures could cause coils to frost.
• Do not put a pet or house plant where it will be
exposed to direct air flow.
This could injure the pet or plant,
•Do not use the water collected in the bucket for
drinking purposes.
It is not sanitary and could cause illness or personal
injury,
• Insert the filter securely. Clean it every two
weeks.
Operation without filters will cause unit failure.
•Do not allow children to play with this product.
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OBSERVEALL LOCAL CODES AND
ORDINANCES.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD
GROUND PRONG.
ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED ON
THIS APPLIANCE.
A 115-volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15A fused and
properly grounded electrical supply is required.
A time delay fuse or time delay circuit breaker
is recommended. Use a dedicated circuit,
serving only this appliance.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
For your personal safety, this appliance must
be grounded. This appliance has a power
supply cord with a 3-prong grounding plug. To
minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must
be plugged into a mating grounding type wall
receptacle and grounded in accordance with
the National Electrical Code (ANSt/NFPA 70)
latest edition and all local codes and
ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is not
available, it is the personal responsibility and
obligation of the customer to have a properly
grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed by a
qualified electrician.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death, fire, or electrical shock.
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•Install the dehumidifier on a level floor strong enough to
support the unit with a full bucket of water.
• For best performance, allow at least 12-18 inches of air
space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation.
•Keep all outside doors, windows,and other openings closed
when operating the dehumidifier. Humid outdoor air will add
to the unit's work load.
• For maximum efficiency,install your dehumidifier in an
area where the temperature wil not fall below 65
degrees °F.
•At temperature below 65 degrees °F,(floor level) the
evaporator coils will becomes covered with frost,
reducing dehumidification performance.
Defrost Operation
The dehumidifier has a built-in defrost control that
senses frost built up on the evaporator coils.During
defrost the 50 pint (54501)will turn the compressor
off,keeping the fan on to defrost the coils.The 70 pint
(54701 low temp model) compressor continues to run
and turns the fan off,(70 pint uses a refrigerant
reversing valve to enhance defrost performance).
12~18"
• Use the dehumidifier in a basement to help
prevent moisture damage.
• Use the dehumidifier in cooking, laundry,
bathing, and dishwashing areas that have
excessive moisture.
• Use the dehumidifier to prevent moisture
damage anywhere books or valuables are
stored.
•When the bucket is full, or when the bucket is not in the proper position, the Bucket Full light turns on
and the unit automatically shuts off.
Also, when bucket is out of position, the unit will beep 3 times.
•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.
•The dehumidifier will shut off once the desired humidity setting is reached.
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FEATURES
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the important SAFETY
instructions section before operating this appliance.
Control panel
Front Grille
Air Filter
Cabinet Grille
Handle
Water bucket Power cord >
(Optional) Drain Hose Connector
SELECTION GUIDE
Room Size Moderately Very Wet Extremely
(sq-ft) Damp Damp Wet
22'x 22' 35 Pt 35 Pt 35 Pt 35 Pt
30'x 30' 35 Pt 35 Pt 50 Pt 50 Pt
30'x 50' 50 Pt 50 Pt 50 Pt 70 Pt
40'x 50' 50 Pt 50 Pt 70 Pt 70 Pt
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6 7
CONTROLPANEL 43
1. POWER key
Pressing this key once turns the dehumidifier "ON" and pressing again turns the dehumidifier "OFF".
2. HUMIDITY CONTROL keys
Press to select the desired humidity setting.
•/k : Used to raise the desired humidity setting.
• V : Used to lower the desired humidity setting.
• The desired humidity can be selected within a range of 35% to 70% Relative Humidity in increments of 5%.
• If you press the V key once again at 35% Relative Humidity, continuous "On" mode is selected and "On" appears in
the display window. In "On" mode the unit operates continuously, regardless of humidity conditions.
3. HUMIDITY SETTING display
Displays the selected humidity setting.
4. FAN SPEED key
Press to set the fan speed as "High" or "Low".
• Pressing this key changes the fan speed from High -, Low -* High.
• The selected fan speed is indicated by indicator lights marked "High" and "Low".
5. ENERGY TIMER key
Press to select timed operation cycle.
• Pressing this key selects EITHER THE 3 OR 6 HOUR TIMER MODE. The Timer indicator light will shift from 3 hour
On/Off to 6 hour On/Off. The unit wilI run for either 3 or 6 hours, and then shut off completely for 3 or 6 hours. The
cycle repeats until you change the setting. To turn off the ENERGY TIMER function, press key until indicator lights
are both "Off".
• If ENERGY TIMER function is not selected, unit operates until desired humidity setting is reached.
6. BUCKET FULL Indicator
This light glows when the bucket is fulI and needs to be emptied. It also glows when the bucket is not properly
positioned. When bucket fulI indicator light glows, the compressor and fan will turn "OFF".
7. AUTO RESTART
• The Auto Restart function automatically restarts your dehumidifier once power is restored. The fan will immediately
begin to run for approximately 2 minutes, and the unit will operate at the previous humidity setting. After two minutes,
the compressor may also start based on the humidity conditions in the room. Once the target humidity setting is
reached, the fan and compressor wilI shut off.
TO OPERATE THE DEHUMIDIFIER:
1. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. Press the POWER key.
2. Set the Humidity control anywhere between 35% to 70% for normal operation.
• For less humidity, press the V HUMIDITY CONTROL key.
• For higher humidity, press theA HUMIDITY CONTROL key.
3. Press the ENERGY TIMER key if desired, to set the amount of time for which you want the unit to cycle On and Off.
The time can be set for 3 hours or 6 hours.
4. If you want to change the fan speed, press the FAN SPEED key. Each time the FAN SPEED key is pressed the fan
speed changes from High -* Low -_ High.
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EMPTYING THE BUCKET
MANUALLY USING A GARDEN HOSE
1. When the bucket is full, slide it out by
grasping the handle and emptying it into a
large sink or tub, and then replace it
properly. See Figure 1.
2. Empty the bucket when the indicator light
turns on.
3. Do not remove the bucket while the
dehumidifier is operating.
Moving the bucket can cause water to drop
on the base pan or the floor.
4. Carry the bucket by supporting it from the
bottom as well as by the handle.
Carrying by only the handle may cause the
handle or bucket cover to break.
You have the option of attaching a garden hose
to your dehumidifier to drain water later than
using the water bucket.
The empty water bucket must still be installed
for the dehumidifier to operate.
Attach hose prior to initial operation.
First, remove the drain hole cover on the rear
grille. Use needlenose pliers to pull the drain
hole cover out. Figure 2.
Next, connect a garden hose to the threaded
end of the drain hose connection, being careful
not to overtighten the hose.
Slide out the bucket. Look into the dehumidifier
drain hole on the rear grill. You will see the
stem that the drain hose connector fits into.
Push the connector firmly into the stem.
Make sure that the garden hose is not bent or
kinked. The hose should lie flat from the
dehumidifier to the drain.
When not in use, the drain hose connector can
be stored in the water bucket.
Lift the cover off the water bucket and place the
connector into the V shape grooves directly
below the bucket handle.
An optional drain hose (#9181) is available for
purchase through Sears Retail stores.
Figure 1
DRAINHOLECOVER (OPTIONAL)
DRAIN HOSE
CONNECTOR
INSERT
TAKE OUT
(OPTIONAL)
DRAIN HOSE
CONNECTOR
J
Figure 2
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GRILLE AND CASE
To clean the case: Use water and a mild
detergent. Do not use bleach or an abrasive
cleaner.
To clean the grille: Use a vacuum with an
attachment or brush.
AIR FILTER
Check and clean air filter at least every 30 days
or more often if necessary.
TO REMOVE:
Remove water bucket from the cabinet. Pull out
the air filter as shown above.
Wash air filter with warm water and a mild
detergent. Rinse and dry it.
Once dry, replace in unit.
GENERAL CLEANING
• Dust the front grille and the side panels with a
soft brush or use the dusting attachment of
your vacuum.
• If cabinet paint chips, you can touch up the
paint with a good grade enamel to prevent rust.
WATER BUCKET CLEANING
• Slide out the bucket.
• Remove bucket cover.
• Put the cover back on the bucket.
• Bucket should be cleaned every few weeks.
• Disconnect power supply cord from
receptacle before performing any
maintenance.
• Be careful when cleaning the coils.
Fins are sharp.
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CLEANING INSIDE THE UNIT
1. Remove Front Grille from the cabinet as shown
Internal
Hook,"
Remove 2 screws which
fasten the front grille Grip the bottom of the front grille, pill the front grille
outward
Internal
Hook
In the same way, remove
the hook from the right Pull the front grille upward
2. Brush the coil gently like in the figure.
If necessary use warm water and a mild
detergent.Rinse and dry thoroughly.
NOTE: Do not allow water to enter the
Electrical/machine compartment
through the Circular opening behind
the coil.
Do not spray the coil with a hose.
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Thedehumidifiermaybeoperatingabnormallywhen:
Dehumidifier
doesnotstart
Dehumidifierdoes
notdrytheairas
itshould
Dehumidifierseems
toruntoomuch
Frostappearson
thecoils
Wateronfloor
Dehumidifier
operates
continuously
•Makesurethedehumidifierplugispushed
completelyintotheoutlet.
•Checkthehousefuseorcircuitbreakerboxand
replacethefuseorresetthebreaker.
•Thedehumidifierautomaticallyturnsoffwhen
thisoccurs.Emptythebucket.
•Makesurethebucketisintherightplace.
•Pressthe@ humiditycontrolbuttonto
lowerthehumiditysettingbelowroomlevel.
• Unit has 2 minute delay once power is restarted.
• When first installed, allow at least 3 or 4 days to
achieve and maintain the desired dryness.
• Make surethere are no curtains, blinds or
furniture blocking the front or back of the
dehumidifier.
• Press the @ Humidity Control button to
lower the humidity.
• Check that all doors, windows and other
openings are securely closed.
• Install the dehumidifier away from the dryer.
The dryer should be vented to the outside.
• The50pintmodel(54501)maynotoperateefficientlyif
theroomtemperatureisbelow65°F(18°C).
• The 70 pint LowTemperature model(54701) may
not operate efficiently if the room temperature is
below 42 F(6°C).
• Refer to the Selection Guide on page 6.
• Close all doors and windows to the outside.
• This is normal. Frost will usually disappear within
60 minutes.
• Ensure that the roomtemperature isat the
minimum of 65°F(18 C)or 42°F(6°C).
• Check the hose if one is attached.
• Ensurebucketisproperlypositioned.
• Press@ toraisehumiditysettingto 35%or above.
See page 7.
[ Press the @ humidity control button to change
the humidity higher setting than room level,
highest humidity is 70%.
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