How Does a Dehumidifier Work? — Appliance Repair Tips

Dehumidifier not producing water & room very humid? This video provides information on how a dehumidifier works and offers troubleshooting tips to assist you in diagnosing and repair.

Here is a list of the most commonly replaced parts associated with each dehumidifier symptom:

Dehumidifier does not run: bucket switch, humidistat, control board
Dehumidifier fan does not run:fan blade, fan motor, blower wheel, humidity sensor
Dehumidifier frosts up:fan motor, blower wheel, fan blade

All of the information provided in this humidifier troubleshooting video is applicable to the following brands: Aprilaire, Autoflo, Bemis, Emerson, General, Kenmore, Lobb, Skuttle