Position the dehumidifier
Place the dehumidifiers in the center of a room and keep it away from anything
that could prevent airflow into and out of the unit.
Managing the rising temperature
The dehumidifier warms the air as it removes its moisture. Room temperatures
of about 20oC to 29oC are usually a good condition for drying.
CAUTION! Never operate the Suntec ST Series dehumidifier at temperature
above 38oC. It could damage the machine and building contents.
Operating Your Dehumidifier
Place the dehumidifiers in upright position
If the dehumidifier has been in a horizontal position for any time over a few
minutes, you must set it upright (vertical) for 30 minutes before starting.
Connect drainage system
You can find the hose wrapped around the back of the machine. Unwrap the
entire hose and run it into a sink, toilet, drain, or bucket.
Plug in the electrical cord
Locate the electrical cord and unwrap around the air outlet located on the back
of the unit. Plug it into a standard outlet with the correct voltage and amperage
for the unit. If the unit experiences a loss of power, which can result from a
power interruption and overheated.
Before Transporting Your Dehumidifier
Before moving the unit, make sure the pump is empty of water. To d o this, l e t
the unit stop dehumidification for 10mins. Push PURGE key to clear waters.
See “How to Use the Touch Pad Control Panel” for more details.
l Inspect filter. Look for accumulated dust and dirt that would restrict airflow
through the filter into the unit. If any is visible, vacuum out the debris. Do
not wash the filter.
Important: Replace the filter whenever
l It has been vacuumed clean 3 times.
l It has been used on a mold remediation job.
Periodically Inspection (as needed)
Make sure the unit is unplugged. Remove housing, in order to locate the coil,
pump and drain hose.
l Check coil and clean visible dirty
n Vacuum both sides of the coils until clean.
l Check pump
n Inspect and clean the pump system regularly to maintain effective
operation. Remove one screw to open up the top cover, and then
open up the second cover. Clean the float shaft to make sure the
floating switch can operate smoothly.
l Check drain hose
n Look for obstructions. Disconnect and clear any debris present.
Warranty
SunTec warrants to the original purchaser that if, within a period of 12 months
from the date of purchase, this equipment is found to be defective either in
original materials or workmanship (excluding normal usage wear and/or
mishandling or abuse) the faulty part will be replaced free of charge upon
presentation of the appropriate evidence, provided the unit is returned to the
original supplier. Shipping expenses are not covered under the warranty.
