Dehumidifier error codes
Sometimes your dehumidifier tells you exactly what's wrong—as long as you can crack the code. Below are common error code tables for the most popular brands, along with an explanation of what the code means, possible repair parts you might need and DIY advice. Visit Sears PartsDirect’s repair help section for more DIY advice for dehumidifiers, major appliances, lawn and garden equipment, garage door openers, vacuum cleaners and more. To find the owner’s manual or a complete list of replacement parts for your dehumidifier, search for your model number.
Most common symptoms to help you fix your dehumidifiers
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Main causes: dirty air filter, clogged grill, dehumidifier placed too close to the wall, dehumidifier too small for the ...
Main causes: lack of electrical power, wiring failure, electronic control board failure, user interface control failure...
Main causes: dehumidifier too small for the space, bad humidity sensor, faulty evaporator thermistor, low refrigerant, b...
Main causes: weak or dead batteries, out of range, radio frequency interference...
Main causes: room temperature below 65 degrees Fahrenheit, control system failure...
Main causes: clogged drain hose, drain hose not properly connected...
Main causes: loose fan motor mounting screws, loose compressor mounting bracket screws, bad fan, faulty compressor...
Main causes: collection bucket not installed, collection bucket full of water...
Main causes: collection bucket not installed correctly, cracked collection bucket, loose drain hose connection...
Most common repair guides to help fix your dehumidifiers
These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your dehumidifier.
How to replace a dehumidifier electronic control board
If the dehumidifier won’t power up because the control board has failed, use the steps in this repair guide to replace t...
How to replace a dehumidifier user interface control board
If the dehumidifier doesn’t respond when you try to set it, follow these steps to replace it....
How to replace a dehumidifier sensor assembly
If the humidifier sensor doesn’t properly detect humidity or evaporator temperature, install a new sensor assembly, foll...
Effective articles & videos to help repair your dehumidifiers
Use the advice and tips in these articles to get the most out of your dehumidifier.
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