DEHUMIDIFIER
OWNER'S
MANUAL
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As
an
ENERGY
STAR
Partner,
LG
Electronics
Inc.
has
Determined
that
this
product
meets
the
ENERGY
STAR
guidelines
for
energy
efficiency.
(Except
DH30E)
Please
read
the
operating
instructions
and
safety
precautions
carefully
and
tho
roughly
before
operating
your
dehumidifier.
You
can
refer
to
the
Energy
Star
program
in
detail
at
"www.energystar.gov"
MODEL:
DH30E
DH40E
DH50E,
DH50EL
DH65E,
DH65EL
DH70EL
2
Inside
you
will
find
many
helpful
hints
on
how
to
use
and
maintain
your
dehumidifier
properly.
Just
a
little
preventive
care
on
your
part
can
save
you
a
great
deal
of
time
and
money
over
the
life
of
your
dehumidifier.
You'll find
many
answers
to
common
problems
in
the
chart
of
Troubleshooting
Tips.
If
you
review
our
chart
of
Troubleshooting
Tips
first,
you
may
not
need
to
call
for
service
at
all.
READ
THIS
MANUAL
PRECAUTION
Safety
Precautions
.....3
Operating
Instructions.................5
Installation
Instructions.................8
Care
and
Maintenance
..............9
Troubleshooting
Tips............................10
Warranty.....Back
cover
Customer
Assistance
Numbers
....Back
cover
FOR
YOUR
RECORDS
Write
the
model
and
serial
numbers
here:
You
can
find
them
on
a
label
on
the
back
of
the
dehumidifier
behind
the
bucket.
Model
#
Serial
#
Dealer's
Name
Date
Purchased
Staple
your
receipt
here.
?
Contact
an
Authorized
Service
Center
for
repair
or
maintenance
of
this
unit.
?
The
dehumidifier
is
not
intended
for
use
by
young
children
or
invalids
without
supervision.
?
Young
children
should
be
supervised
to
ensure
that
they
do
not
play
with
the
dehumidifier.
3
WARNING
WARNING
B
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nzene
SCOURING
CLBARGER
SINNER
Safety
Precautions
Read
all
instruction
before
using.
To
prevent
injury
to
the
user
or
other
people
and
property
damage,
the
following
instructions
must
be
followed.
Incorrect
operation
due
to
ignoring
instructions
will
cause
harm
or
damage;
the
seriousness
is
classified
by
the
following
indications.
Meanings
of
symbols
used
in
this
manual
are
as
shown
below.
WARNING
This
symbol
indicates
the
possibility
of
death
or
serious
injury.
CAUTION
This
symbol
indicates
the
possibility
of
injury
or
damage
to
properties
only.
Be
sure
not
to
do.
Be
sure
to
follow
the
instruction.
Complete
all
grounding
and
installation
requirements
as
described
on
page
5.
?
Otherwise,
it
could
cause
electrical
shock
or
fire.
Disconnect
power
cord
from
receptacle
before
servicing
or
cleaning.
?
It
could
cause
electrical
shock
or
fire.
Do
not
use
flammable
fluids,
solvents,
abrasive
cleaners,
or
strong
detergents
to
clean
the
dehumidifier.
?
It
could
cause
fire
or
product
damage
hazard.
Do
not
plug
the
dehumidifier
in
until
the
outside
of
unit
is
completely
dry.
?
It
could
cause
electrical
shock
and
personal
injury
hazard.
Do
not
use
the
water
collected
in
the
bucket
for
drinking
purposes.
?
It
is
not
sanitary
and
could
cause
illness
or
personal
injury
hazard.
Do
not
clean
the
dehumidifier
while
it
is
plugged
in,
especially
if
it
is
wet.
?
It
may
cause
electrical
shock.
4
CAUTION
CAUTION
Be
sure
to
block
the
wheels
to
prevent
unit
from
falling
when
installed
on
a
table
or
shelf.
?
It
may
damage
the
dehumidifier
or
cause
other
damage
or
injury.
Be
sure
to
replace
bucket
properly
after
emptying
to
prevent
water
from
collecting
on
the
floor.
Make
sure
the
dehumidifier
is
the
correct
size
for
the
area
you
want
to
dehumidify.
Do
not
operate
switches
with
wet
hands.
?
It
may
cause
electrical
shock.
Install
the
dehumidifier
properly
on
a
floor,
table,
or
shelf
that
is
level
and
strong
enough
to
support
it
with
a
full
bucket
of
water.
?
It
should
withstand
around
90
lbs
(40kg)
weight.
Do
not
install
dehumidifier
in
an
area
where
temperatures
will
fall
below
65°F
(18°C.)
?
Low
temperatures
could
cause
coils
to
frost
and
unit
may
not
start.
Close
all
doors,
windows
and
other
outside
openings
to
the
room.
?
The
dehumidifier
must
be
operated
in
an
enclosed
area
to
be
most
effective.
When
the
unit
is
to
be
cleaned,
switch
it
off.
?
It
will
cause
electrical
shock
or
fire.
Do
not
put
a
pet
or
house
plant
where
it
will
be
exposed
to
direct
air
flow.
?
This
may
injure
the
pet
or
plant.
5
3-prong
grounding
plug
Ground
prong
Power
supply
cord
3-prong
grounding
type
wall
receptacle
1.
Control
panel
2.
Case
front
3.
Power
cord
4.
Top
cover
5.
Air
filter
6.
Water
bucket
7.
Cabinet
2
1
3
4
5
6
7
Operating
Instructions
Features
This
section
contains
captioned
illustrations
of
your
appliance.
Use
the
drawings
to
become
familiar
with
all
parts
and
features
and
what
they
look
like.
Electrical
requirements
OBSERVE
ALL
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,
grounded
in
accordance
with
the
National
Electrical
Code
(ANSI/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.
6
HUMIDITY
CONTROL
FAN
SPEED
TIMER
BUCKET
FULL
High
Low
Continuous
On.
4Hr.
On/Off
2Hr.
On/Off
POWER
Operating
your
dehumidifier
CONTROL
PANEL
The
dehumidifier
control
panel
contains:
Bucket
Full
Indicator,
Humidity
Indicator,
Power
Control,
Humidity
Control,
Fan
Speed
and
Timer
Control.
Bucket
Full
indicator
---This
light
glows
when
the
water
bucket
is full
and
needs
to
be
emptied.
Power
---
Operation
starts
when
this
button
is
pressed
and
stops
when
the
button
is
pressed
again.
Humidity
Control
---
This
button
controls
the
humidity
in
the
room.
?
:
To
raise
the
humidity
setting
?
:
To
lower
the
humidity
setting
?
The
humidity
setting
can
be
set
to
a
permanent
"On"
setting
or
to
a
specific
humidity
setting
between
35%
and
70%
in
5%
increments.
"On"
setting
-
dehumidifier
runs
continuously
regardless
of
humidity
condition.
35%
-
70%
setting
-
dehumidifier
shuts
on
and
off
according
to
surrounding
humidity
conditions.
Fan
Speed
---
This
controls
the
speed
of
the
airflow.
?
High:
Fan
speed
is
set
to
high.
?
Low:
Fan
speed
is
set
to
low.
?
When
Fan
Speed
button
is
pressed,
the
fan
speed
mode
is
changed.
Energy
Timer
---
Press
this
button
to
select
type
of
operation.
?
Select
Constantly
On
for
uninterrupted
operation.
?
Select
either
2
or
4
Hr.
On/Off
for
cycled
operation:
The
unit
will
operate
for
2
or
4
hours,
and
then
shut
off
completely
for
2
or
4
hours.
The
cycle
repeats
until
you
change
the
setting.
?
When
Energy
Timer
button
is
pressed,
the
Timer
indicator
lights
shift
as
follows:
Continuous
On
2
Hr.
On/Off
4
Hr.
On/Off
Continuous
On.
Auto
Restart
---
Once
power
is
restored
after
a
power
failure,
the
unit
returns
to
its
previous
operation
setting.
The
fan
turns
on
immediately
but,
humidity
control
starts
after
a
2
minute
delay.
TO
OPERATE
THE
DEHUMIDIFIER:
1.
Plug
the
power
cord
into
an
electrical
outlet.
Press
the
power
button.
2.
Set
the
humidity
Control
to
"On"
or
to
a
specific
humidity
level
between
"35%
RH(Relative
Humidity)
and
70%RH(Relative
Humidity)"
for
normal
operation.
If
you
need
drier
air,
press
the
Humidity
Control
button.
If
you
need
less
moister
air,
press
the
Humidity
Control
button.
3.
Press
the
Power
button
to
stop
the
unit
manually.
4.
Press
the
Timer
button
to
set
the
amount
of
time
you
want
the
unit
to
run.
At
the
end
of
that
time,
the
unit
will
shut
off.
The
Timer
can
be
set
for
:
Continuous
On,
4
hours
or
2
hours.
5.
If
you
want
to
control
the
speed
of
airflow,
press
Fan
Speed
button.
Each
time
that
the
Fan
Speed
button
is
pressed,
the
fan
speed
mode
is
shifted:
High
Low
High
Note:
Be
careful
not
to
lose
the
water
bucket.
This
dehumidifier
doesn't
run
if
the
water
bucket
is
not
installed
properly.
7
Water
level
control
switch
Drill
Automatic
shut
off
The
dehumidifier
will
turn
off
automatically
when
the
bucket
is
full,
or
when
the
bucket
is
removed
or
not
replaced
in
the
proper
position.
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.
Disposing
of
collected
water
1.
Empty
the
bucket
manually.
When
the
bucket
is
full,
pull
out
and
empty
it
into
a
large
sink
or
tub
and
then
replace
it
properly.
NOTE:
Do
not
overtighten
the
hose
when
connecting
it
to
the
bucket.
Use
a
rubber
washer
and
tighten
by
hand
firmly
without
stripping
the
plastic
threads.
NOTE:Be
careful
while
taking
out
the
bucket
as
it
can
cause
damage.
NOTE:Please
do
not
shake
strongly
when
you
carry
the
bucket.
It
can
cause
to
breakage
of
the
handle
or
bucket
cover.
It
is
advisable
to
carry
the
bucket
by
supporting
it
from
the
bottom.
2.
The
bucket
has
a
threaded
hose
connection
which
can
be
left
open.
Drill
a
1/4"
(6.4
mm)
hole
in
the
center
of
the
hose
connection.
Once
opened,
the
hose
connection
will
continually
drain
water
from
the
bucket.
NOTE:
The
nozzle
cannot
be
fixed
after
puncture.
Use
an
ordinary
garden
hose
cap
to
reclose
if
necessary.
NOTE:When
inserting
the
bucket
into
the
unit.
lifting
up
the
bottom
tip
of
the
bucket
lightly
makes
insertion
easily.
When
being
attached
to
the
bucket
drain
hose
connection,
be
sure
the
hose
doesn't
kink
or
bend.
It
should
lie
flat
from
the
dehumidifier
to
the
drain.
NOTE:
The
hose
attachment
will
accept
a
standard
garden
hose
filling.
You
can
attach
a
screw-on
cap
to
use
the
bucket
without
a
hose.
Attach
a
length
of
garden
hose
to
the
threaded
bucket
drain
hose
connection
to
carry
water
to
the
drain.
8
12"
12"
Brush
etc.
Upside Upside
Installation
Instructions
Installing
the
dehumidifier
properly
1.
Allow
at
least
12
inches
of
space
on
all
sides
of
the
unit
for
good
air
circulation.
2.
Install
your
dehumidifier
on
a
floor,
table,
or
shelf.
When
installing
the
dehumidifier
on
a
table
or
shelf,
make
sure
the
table
or
shelf
is
strong
enough
to
support
the
weight
of
the
dehumidifier
with
a
full
bucket.
Do
not
sit
or
stand
on
the
dehumidifier.
NOTE:
The
height
of
a
table
or
shelf
might
provide
a
better
position
from
which
to
handle
the
bucket
and
help
prevent
icing
of
the
coils
due
to
colder
air
near
the
floor
(such
as
in
a
basement.)
3.
Lift
the
bucket
and
place
it
in
the
dehumidifier,
making
sure
the
slots
on
the
bottom
side
of
the
bucket
are
positioned
correctly.
4.
Rollers
let
you
move
the
dehumidifier
easily.
The
cleaning
of
bucket
1.
Pull
out
the
bucket
cover.
2.
Brush
off
the
filth
in
the
bucket.
NOTE:
Please
push
the
leftside
of
the
cover
after
the
two
Upsides
are
upward
completely
when
closing
the
cover.
3.
Close
the
cover.
NOTE:
Clean
the
bucket
by
wiping
with
brush
and
cloth
dampened
in
a
mild
detergent
solution.
Choosing
the
proper
location
for
your
dehumidifier
?
Use
the
dehumidifier
in
a
basement
to
help
prevent
moisture
damage.
?
Use
the
dehumidifier
in
laundry
drying,
bathing,
and
dishwashing
areas
which
have
excessive
moisture.
?
Use
the
dehumidifier
to
prevent
moisture
damage
anywhere
books
are
stored.
9
Care
and
Maintenance
Your
dehumidifier
is
designed
to
serve
you
year-
round.
It
needs
practically
no
attention.
However,
you
should
check
your
dehumidifier
and
inspect
the
coils
annually.
You
may
want
an
Authorized
Service
Center
to
perform
this
annual
checkup.
(Cost
of
the
inspection
is
the
owner's
responsibility.)
OR
If
you
are
familiar
with
electrical
appliances
and
their
functions,
listed
below
are
instructions
which
would
allow
you
to
perform
the
inspection
and
maintenance
for
yourself.
Cleaning
the
front
case
bucket
and
cabinet
Clean
the
front
case
and
the
cabinet
with
a
soft
cloth,
warm
water,
and
a
mild
detergent.
Do
not
use
bleach
or
abrasives.
Cleaning
the
air
filter
1-1.
First
pull
out
the
air
filter
by
pressing
the
filter
hooks
lightly.
Then
release
two
tabs
at
the
bottom
side
of
the
filter.
1-2.
Wash
air
filter
with
warm
water
and
a
mild
detergent.
Rinse
and
dry
it.
Replace
it
in
place.
Cleaning
the
coil
2-1.
Remove
air
filter
from
the
cabinet
regarding
to
the
above.
2-2.
Brush
the
coil
gently
like
arrow
in
the
figure,
if
necessary,
with
warm
water
and
a
mild
detergent.
Rinse
and
dry
them
thoroughly.
Be
careful
not
to
spray
the
coil
with
a
water
hose.
Be
careful!
Sharp
edges!
Electrical
Shock
Hazard
?
Disconnect
power
supply
cord
from
receptacle
before
performing
any
maintenance.
?
Be
careful
when
cleaning
the
coils.
Fins
are
sharp.
Failure
to
follow
the
above
precautions
could
result
in
electrical
shock
or
personal
injury.
10
The
dehumidifier
power
cord
is
unplugged
The
fuse
is
blown
or
circuit
breaker
is
tripped.
Water
bucket
is full
Bucket
is
not
installed.
Operation
Delay
Did
not
allow
enough
time
to
remove
the
moisture.
Airflow
is
restricted.
The
Humidity
Control
may
not
be
set
low
Humidity.
Doors
and
windows
may
not
be
closed
tightly.
Clothes
dryer
may
be
blowing
moisture-laden
air
into
the
room.
Room
temperature
is
too
low.
Area
to
be
dehumidified
is
too
large.
Doors
and
windows
are
open.
Dehumidifier
has
been
recently
turned
on
or
room
temperature
is
below
65°F.
(18°C.).
Air
is
moving
through
the
dehumidifier.
Bucket
drain
hose
connection
may
be
loose.
Water
bucket
is
not
all
the
way
in.
?
Make
sure
the
dehumidifier
plug
is
pushed
completely
into
the
outlet.
?
Check
the
house
fuse
or
circuit
breaker
box
and
replace
the
fuse
or
reset
the
breaker.
?
The
dehumidifier
automatically
turns
off
when
this
occurs.
Empty
the
bucket.
?
Make
sure
the
bucket
is in
the
right
place.
?
When
unit
is
first
plugged
in
or
after
a
power
outage,
there
will
be
a
2
minute
delay
before
operation
begins.
Operation
resumes
at
previous
settings.
?
When
first
installed,
allow
at
least
3
or
4
days
to
maintain
the
desired
dryness.
?
Make
sure
there
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.
?
The
unit
will
not
operate
satisfactorily
if
the
room
temperature
is
below
65°F.
(18
°C.).
?
Check
with
your
dealer
to
see
if
the
capacity
is
adequate.
?
Close
all
doors
and
windows
to
the
outside.
?
This
is
normal.
Frost
will
usually
disappear
within
60
minutes.
?
This
is
normal.
?
Check
the
hose
if
one
is
attached.
?
See
Removing
and
Emptying
The
Water
Bucket.
Problem
Possible
Causes
What
To
Do
Dehumidifier
does
not
start
Dehumidifier
does
not
dry
the
air
as
it
should
Dehumidifier
runs
too
much
Frost
appears
on
the
coils
Fan
noise
Water
on
floor
Troubleshooting
Tips
Before
you
call
for
service,
review
this
list.
It
may
save
time
and
money.
The
list
includes
common
occurrences
that
are
not
the
result
of
defective
workmanship
or
materials
in
this
appliance.
WARRANTY
PERIOD:
HOW
SERVICE
IS
HANDLED:
Dehumidifiers
receive
carry-in
service.
THIS
LIMITED
WARRANTY
DOES
NOT
APPLY
TO:
CUSTOMER
INTER-ACTIVE
CENTER
NUMBERS:
To Prove
Warranty
Coverage
To
Obtain
Nearest
Authorized
Service
Center
or
Sales
Dealer,
or
to
Obtain
Product,
Customer,
or
Service
Assistance
Labor:
1
Year from
the
Date
of
Purchase.
Parts:
1
Year
from
the
Date
of
Purchase.
Compressor:
5
Years
from
the
Date
of
Purchase.
LG
Electronics
Inc.
will
repair
or
replace
your
product,
at
LG's
option,
if it
proves
to
be
defective
in
material
or
workmanship
under
normal
use,
during
the
warranty
period
set
forth
below,
effective
from
the
date
of
original
consumer
purchase
of
the
product.
This
limited
warranty
is
good
only
to
the
original
purchaser
of
the
product
and
effective
only
when
used
in
the
United
States,
including
U.S.
Territories.
1.
Service
trips
to
your
home
to
deliver,
pick
up,
and/or
install
the
product,
instruct,
or
replace
house
fuses
or
correct
wiring,
or
correction
of
unauthorized
repairs;
and
2.
Damages
or
operating
problems
that
result
from
misuse,
abuse,
operation
outside
environmental
specifications
or
contrary
to
the
requirements
or
precautions
in
the
Operating
Guide,
accident,
vermin,
fire,
flood,
improper
installation,
acts
of
God,
unauthorized
modification
or
alteration,
incorrect
electrical
current
or
voltage,
or
commercial
use,
or
use
for
other
than
intended
purpose.
3.
Therefore,
the
cost
of
repair
or
replacement
of
such
a
defective
product
shall
be
borne
by
the
consumer.
Retain
your
Sales
Receipt
to
prove
date
of
purchase.
A
copy
of
your
Sales
Receipt
must
be
submitted
at
the
time
warranty
service
is
provided.
Call
1-800-243-0000
(Monday
~
Friday,
7
AM
~
8
PM
CT;
and
Saturday,
8
AM
~
5
PM
CT)
and
choose
the
appropriate
prompt
from
the
menu;
or
visit
our
website
at
http://www.lgservice.com.
P/No.:
3828A20315D
Printed
in
Korea
THIS
WARRANTY
IS
IN
LIEU
OF
ANY
OTHER
WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS
OR
IMPLIED,
INCLUDING
WITHOUT
LIMITATION,
ANY
WARRANTY
OF
MERCHANTABILITY
OR
FITNESS
FOR
A
PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
TO
THE
EXTENT
ANY
IMPLIED
WARRANTY
IS
REQUIRED BY
LAW,
IT
IS
LIMITED
IN
DURATION TO
THE
EXPRESS
WARRANTY
PERIOD
ABOVE.
LG
WILL
NOT
BE
LIABLE
FOR
ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL,
INDIRECT,
OR
INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES
OF
ANY
KIND,
INCLUDING
LOST
REVENUES
OR
PROFITS,
IN
CONNECTION
WITH
THE
PRODUCT.
SOME
STATES
DO
NOT
ALLOW
LIMITATION
ON
HOW
LONG
AN
IMPLIED
WARRANTY
LASTS
OR
THE
EXCLUSION
OF
INCIDENTAL
OR
CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES,
SO
THE
ABOVE
LIMITATIONS
OR
EXCLUSIONS
MAY
NOT
APPLY
TO
YOU.
Call
1-800-243-0000
and
choose
the
appropriate
prompt.
Please
have
product
type
(Dehumidifier)
and
ZIP
code
ready.
