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Dehumidifier - Whirlpool AD40G1

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jmm
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Posted: Sun Aug 3rd, 2008 12:30

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My dehumidifier is running all the time - I can hear the compressor kick in now and again but the fan is going almost constantly. It doesnt collect much water - even on very humid days. Seems to me its just sucking electricity - ideas? Thanks.

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Posted: Sun Aug 3rd, 2008 13:38

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Remove the cover and check the evaporator frost with the dehu running. Should see a light sheen of frost. If not, then you've had a sealed system leak.

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Posted: Sun Aug 3rd, 2008 14:08

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Will do - a sealed system leak would not be worth the repair cost?

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Posted: Sun Aug 3rd, 2008 14:41

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jmm wrote: ... a sealed system leak would not be worth the repair cost?
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acording to this Whirlpool AD40G1 Wiring Diagram (the BEST COPY AVAILABLE)

Normaly. the Fan should run only while the Compressor is running.

Last edited on Sun Aug 3rd, 2008 14:42 by RegUS_PatOff

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