Danby DDR45B3WP Use & Care Manual
Care and Maintenance
IMPORTANT
1. Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing.
2. Do not use gasoline, paint thinner or other chemicals to clean the
2. Do not use gasoline, paint thinner or other chemicals to clean the
unit.
3. Do not wash the unit directly under a tap or using a hose. It may
cause electrical damage.
4. If the power cord is damaged, contact the service depot immediately.
CLEANING
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1. Clean the grill and case
Use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. Do
not splash water directly onto the main unit. Doing so may cause an
electric shock, cause the insulation to deteriorate, or cause the unit
to rust. The air intake and outlet grills become dirty easily, so use a
vacuum attachment or brush to clean.
Use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. Do
not splash water directly onto the main unit. Doing so may cause an
electric shock, cause the insulation to deteriorate, or cause the unit
to rust. The air intake and outlet grills become dirty easily, so use a
vacuum attachment or brush to clean.
2. Clean the bucket
Every few weeks, clean the bucket to prevent growth of mold, mil-
dew and bacteria. Partially fi ll the bucket with clean water and add a
small amount of mild detergent. Swish it around in the bucket, empty
and rinse. Note: Do not use a dishwasher to clean the bucket. After
cleaning, the bucket must be placed and properly positioned for the
dehumidifi er to operate.
Every few weeks, clean the bucket to prevent growth of mold, mil-
dew and bacteria. Partially fi ll the bucket with clean water and add a
small amount of mild detergent. Swish it around in the bucket, empty
and rinse. Note: Do not use a dishwasher to clean the bucket. After
cleaning, the bucket must be placed and properly positioned for the
dehumidifi er to operate.
3. Clean the air fi lter
Remove and clean the fi lter every two weeks based on normal oper-
ating conditions.
Remove and clean the fi lter every two weeks based on normal oper-
ating conditions.
Caution: DO NOT operate the dehumidifi er without a fi lter be-
cause dirt and lint will clog it and affect performance.
cause dirt and lint will clog it and affect performance.
4. When not using the unit for long periods of time
After turning the unit off, wait one day before emptying the bucket.
Clean the main unit, water bucket and air fi lter. Cover the unit with a
plastic bag. Wrap the cord around the power cord buckle. Store the
unit upright in a dry, well ventilated place.
After turning the unit off, wait one day before emptying the bucket.
Clean the main unit, water bucket and air fi lter. Cover the unit with a
plastic bag. Wrap the cord around the power cord buckle. Store the
unit upright in a dry, well ventilated place.
Power cord buckle