If the bucket is full indicator on your dehumidifier is on, but the bucket is empty, or your dehumidifier is overflowing, you may have a problem with the float. This device is located near the bucket and moves up as the water level in the bucket rises. The float will trip the water level switch when the bucket is full. This is a safety device to prevent the unit from overflowing. When the switch is tripped, power to the compressor and fan motor circuits is disrupted until the bucket is emptied. Make sure that the float assembly can move or pivot freely so that it can trigger the level switch when the bucket is full. If the assembly is warped or damaged it should be replaced.
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Shelah from Grove City, OH says,
This dehumidifier is the best we have ever had but the water reservoir container split and the float broke off.
Never dreaming I could find a replacement, I went searching on the internet anyway and found the model which had been discontinued however the container and float were still available. It took two mi...read more