EdgeStar DEP701EW Owner's Manual - Page 10

Manual Drain Draining the Unit The dehumidifier can be drained manually using the water bucket. When the bucket is full, the unit will automatically stop running, and the water full light will turn on. Follow the steps to remove the bucket and dump the water. 1) Slowly and carefully pull the bucket out by the handles until you see the bucket handle. 2) Pull the bucket up by its handle Warning: The water produced by the dehumidifier is not potable or suitable for drinking. Do not drink the water drained from the unit as it contains contaminates and could make you sick. Continuous Drain 3) Pour the water out. Do not place the bucket on the floor as its bottom is uneven and will fall down. 4) Reinstall the bucket. The dehumidifier can be drained continuously to a floor drain. 1) Remove the water bucket from the unit, and you will find a hose connector. You can use a 12 mm hose to attach to the connector. 2) Remove the rubber plug from the back of the unit's drain hose outlet, and push the drain hose through. 3) Securely attach the drain hose to the connector. Lead the other end of the hose to a floor drain or other suitable drainage port. 4) You must reinstall the water bucket. 7