Forest Air Manual Dehumidifier

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In this section you’ll find tips and solutions to common Frigidaire dehumidifier problems that owners face or may face in future times. These solutions are applicable to Frigidaire 30, 50 , and 70 pint dehumidifiers models.

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This manual provides the information needed for proper use and maintenance of this air conditioner. Basic preventative care can help extend the life of this unit.

When the “clean filter” lights stays on, then it’s time to do some cleaning top filter . This indicator is set to light on after 250 hours of operation, so you don’t have to worry.

How To Clean the filter on a Frigidaire Dehumidifier

To clean the filter, you remove it first. To remove the filter properly, pull the tabs using your hands in order not to scratch them and then take out the filter. Then run the filter under clean water then dry it. Don’t use an electric hair dryer to dry the air filter. Once the filter is dry, replace it on the rear of the dehumidifier and snap in place.

NB: It’s recommended that you clean the filter once every two weeks based on the dehumidifier being used in normal operating conditions.

Frigidaire Dehumidifier Not Working

If your dehumidifier is freezing up, then try these simple solutions first.

  • Make sure that the plug is right in the wall outlet by pushing it firmly into wall outlet (the wall plug may disconnected).
  • The fuse of your house may have blown or the circuit breaker may have tripped. Check if it’s the case, then replace the fuse by another one, or your house’s circuit breaker.
  • The dehumidifier may not turn on if the water bucket is not installed properly.
  • Also, the water tank may have reached its maximum. If this happens, the unit will automatically shut off. All you have to is to empty the water bucket and return it back to position.
  • It may appear silly, but the dehumidifier may not be turned on, so turn it on.

Frigidaire Dehumidifier Not Collecting Water

To resolve this problem , follow these steps given by an expert.

  1. Make sure that the humidity extraction level is not very HIGH. Simply set it to 32-35%.
  2. Another area to check is the air filter as it could be clogged or dirty. Turn the unit OFF and unplug it. Remove the air filter by pulling the tabs. Inspect it and clean it if necessary. Leave it until it’s completely dry, then put it back. DO NOT turn the unit on without the filter.
  3. The unit may be close to a wall or an object which obstructs the air flow. Put it away from anything that could stop the air flow by maintain a minimum of 12 to 18″ of clear air space around your dehumidifier.

If none of the instructions above helped solve your problem, it may be a case of the compressor needs to be recharged with refrigerant gas. Also, if the your dehumidifier have been working for more than 5 years, the humidistat may have failed. This could also happen to a dehumidifier that has operated for less time. In this case, contact the manufacturer or consult other resources on our website.

If you have problems with your Frigidaire dehumidifier other than what we’ve covered here, please check your model’s manual in our Frigidaire Dehumidifiers Manuals page. Caradco window replacement screens.

Common Dehumidifier Problems

Dehumidifiers will work only down to the temperature for which they are designed. If there is no operating temperature stated, then it is a 65 degree model, and it will freeze when temperatures are below 65 degrees. In some models this will cause the compressor to shut off, allow the ice to melt (could be an hour or so), restart, refreeze, and the cycle continues with no water being removed and the electrical costs mounting.

Unfortunately, in some units, the compressor does not shut off and stays on and the frost on the coils becomes ice that blocks the airflow and eventually burns out the motor. This is why we recommend a low temp dehumidifier for areas of the country where the temperature can fluctuate down to 40 degrees at night.

There is Little or No Water in the Bucket

If your dehumidifier doesn’t seem to run frequently and the humidity in the room remains high, adjust the humidistat control to a drier setting. If the dehumidifier seems to run constantly, but there’s little or no water in the container, there is possibly a problem with the refrigeration system.

Try cleaning or replacing the air filter in the unit itself, but if that doesn’t work, you will need a qualified appliance repair person or facility.

The Indicator Light is On, but the Unit Won’t Run

If your indicator light is on, then the water tank may be completely filled. Most dehumidifiers have a safety switch to turn the dehumidifier off when the water tank is full. It is usually a float inside the tank to trigger this switch and prevent the tank from overflowing. If the tank is empty and the unit doesn’t run, look at the inside wall against which the tank pushes to see if there’s a switch or mechanism present.

    • Sometimes just pushing in the bucket a little differently will press the switch. Also, you may be able to activate or bend the switch slightly with your finger to solve the problem.

The Dehumidifier Runs, but No Air is Coming Out of the Machine

Your dehumidifier has a fan that draws the room air over the coils. If there is no air movement from the unit, it is possible that the fan motor may have burned out. If so, the fan motor may need to be replaced.

There is Frost on the Coils

The coils you see on the back of your dehumidifier are called the evaporator. When the unit is running, these coils turn ice cold. As the fan draws the moist air over the coils, the humidity in the air condenses on these coils. And if the temperature of the air blowing over the coils is too cool, this condensation will freeze on the coils. Possible solutions to this problem include:

  • Add heat to the room in which the dehumidifier is located.
  • Turn the unit off to allow the temperature in the room to rise.
  • Place the dehumidifier on a shelf or table (the air is coolest near the ground).

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The Container Seems to Fill Up too Quickly

When the container seems to fill up too often, it means your dehumidifier is working properly. However, if the container fills quickly day after day, there may be additional moisture in the air due to a pipe or water leak or an open crawl space. If so, it would be best to correct this problem by stopping the leak or closing off the crawl space. If a leak is not the problem, you can add an external condensate pump (if your dehumidifier does not have one) so you do not have to empty the bucket at all.

Alternative Solution

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While it can be upsetting to try and troubleshoot a dehumidifier, often times its worth it. If replacing it makes the most sense however, please see our range of Dehumidifiers to select one that’s right for you and your home.