Frigidaire FFAD5033W 50-Pint Portable Dehumidifier User Manual

Frigidaire FFAD5033W 50-Pint Portable Dehumidifier

Important Safety Instructions

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• This dehumidifier contains no user-serviceable parts. Always call an authorized Electrolux servicer for repairs.
• Do not insert or place fingers or objects into the air discharge area or back grille of the unit.
• Do not start or stop the dehumidifier by unplugging the power cord or turning off the power at the electrical box.
• Do not cut or damage the power cord. Do not pull on the power cord.
• If the power cord is damaged, it should only be replaced by an authorized Electrolux servicer.
• In the event of a malfunction (sparks, burning smell, etc.), immediately stop the operation, disconnect the power cord, and call an authorized Electrolux servicer.
• Do not operate the dehumidifier with wet hands. Do not drink any water from the dehumidifier.
• Do not direct airflow at fireplaces or other heat-related sources, as this could cause flare-ups.
• Do not climb on or place objects on the unit. Do not hang objects off the unit.
• Do not place containers with liquids on the unit.
• Turn off the dehumidifier at the power source when it will not be used for an extended period of time.
• Operate the unit with an air filter in place.
• Do not block or cover the intake grille, discharge area, and outlet ports.
• Ensure that any electrical/electronic equipment is one yard away from the unit.
• Do not use or store flammable gases near the unit.

Location & How It Works

Location

Selecting a Location

IMPORTANT:

1. A dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most effective. Close all doors, windows, and other outside openings to the room. The effectiveness of the dehumidifier depends on the rate at which new moisture-laden air enters the room
2. Place the dehumidifier in a location that does not restrict the airflow of the air intake and air outlet.
3. A dehumidifier operating in a basement will have little or no effect in drying an adjacent enclosed storage area, such as a closet, unless there is adequate circulation of air in and out of the area. It may be necessary to install a second dehumidifier in the enclosed area for satisfactory drying.
4. The dehumidifier must be installed on a level floor that will support it with a full bucket of water.
5. There should be a minimum of 12 inches of clearance around the dehumidifier. The unit will produce heat while in operation and should not be operated in an enclosed, small space like a closet.

How It Works

• When the unit is started, the fan begins to pull moisture-laden air across the dehumidifying coils. The coils condense or draw moisture from the air, and air flows through the air outlet louvers into the room as dry, warm air. Moisture removed from the air is collected in a bucket on the front of the dehumidifier
• The unit is designed to operate between 41 °F (5 °C), and 89 °F (32 °C). The unit will not work properly if the temperature is outside this temperature range, or the performance of the unit will fall greatly

Wiring Diagram

Dehumidifier Features & Operating Instructions

Dehumidifier Features

• ELECTRONIC CONTROL
• Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel and all its functions (as shown below).

Operating Instructions

Dehumidifier Features & Operating Instructions

Allow the unit to reach room temperature before operating. To begin operating the dehumidifier, follow these steps:

1. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded 115-volt AC outlet
2. To turn the unit on, press the ON/OFF button. The unit will run in the factory setting of CONTINUOUS and high fan speed. In the CONTINUOUS mode, the unit will only display CO and not the room humidity. It is recommended you leave the unit running in the CONTINUOUS setting for the first three or four days until the sweating and dampness odors have stopped
3. After a few days, when the Relative Humidity has declined, press the HUMIDITY  button to choose a value between 35% to 85%, so the room is kept at a comfortable humidity. Pressing the or buttons will change the humidity selection in 5% increments. 5 seconds after you have set the desired humidity, the readout will display the actual room humidity. If at any time you want to return to the CONTINUOUS Mode, pressing the HUMIDITY button will lower the Relative Humidity through 5% decrements until the display reads CO
4. You can also use the FAN SPEED button to change the fan speed to Hi, Med or Lo. The indicator light will show the setting you have selected. A higher fan speed will result in quicker moisture removal.
5. The Filter reset light will illuminate after 250 hours of operation. At this time, refer to the care and cleaning section to remove and clean the filter. Once the filter has been cleaned and replaced, simply press the Filter reset button to extinguish the light.
6. The TIMER function enables you to either Delay Start or Delay Stop the unit in increments from 0.5 hours to 24 hours. If the unit is running, then selecting Timer will turn the unit off in the hours that will be set (Delay Stop). If the unit is off, then selecting Timer will turn the unit on in the hours that will be set (Delay Start). TIMER setting: First, press the TIMER button, then adjust the timer setting by tapping or holding the  button to change the delay timer at 0.5 hour increments, up to 10 hours, then by 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The control will count down the time remaining (8,7.5,7, etc.) until the unit either starts or stops. For the Delay Start, the fan speed and humidity maintained will be the same as the previous setting. After the TIMER setting finishes, pressing the TIMER button again at any time will stop the TIMER function. The Delay Start/Stop Feature will work until the unit either starts or stops. Once that happens, the above steps have to be repeated

Fault Codes

1. If the display reads “AS” or “ES”, a sensor has failed. Contact your Authorized Frigidaire Service Center.
2. If the display reads “EC”, check the following operating conditions. Outlet voltage should be 115V±10%, and the surrounding temperature should be within the range of 41°F to 89°F. Unplug the unit and plug it in again under normal operating conditions. If the “EC” code persists, contact your Authorized Frigidaire Service Center
3. If the display reads “E4”, the communication between the display PCB and the main control PCB is faulty. Contact your Authorized Electrolux Service Center

Removing Collected Water

1. Emptying the Bucket:
   • a. When the bucket is full, the unit will shut down, and the BUCKET FULL indicator will illuminate
   • b. Do not move the unit at this time, otherwise, water may spill on the floor.
   • c. Press the sides of the bucket gently to unclip the bucket from the unit.
   • d. Remove the bucket as shown in the photographs below and empty the bucket.
   • e. Replace the empty bucket back into the unit, and once seated correctly, the unit will start up again.
   • f. You should hear a click when the bucket is in the correct position
   • If the bucket’s full light does not extinguish, check that the float is correctly snapped in place.
2. Continuous Drainage:
   • a. For continuous drainage operation, you will need a garden hose and a drain nearby to discharge the water into.
   • b. Unscrew the drain cap on the back side of the unit. (fig.1)
   • c. Insert the female threaded end of the hose onto the drain connector of the unit. (fig.2)

Care and Cleaning & Storage

Care and Cleaning

1. Filter

• Clean the filter every two weeks based on normal operating conditions.

To remove the filter：

• a. Open the back grille and pull out the filter.
• b. Wash the filter with clean water, then dry.
• c. Reinstall the filter.

Storage

• When unit is not in use, unplug and use the cord wrap shown for your model type

Normal Sounds

Before You Call

Major Appliance Limited Warranty

Exclusions

1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined. This warranty does not cover the following:
2. A product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada.
3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.
4. Products purchased “as-is” are not covered by this warranty.
5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.
6. Products used in a commercial setting.
7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you on how to use your appliance.
9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.
10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11. Surcharges, including but not limited to any after-hours, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
12. Damages to the finish of the appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc.
13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.
    • DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDY CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS
      OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE

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