Model BHD-301 dehumidifier compressor will only run a short time then shut off. Air circulation fan does not run during this time The compressor gets pretty warm but doesn't seem to overheat. It will not run long enough to produce any water like it used too
Dehumidifiers - Comfort-Aire - BHD-301 Dehumidifier
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Hi bash123er,
If you're facing these problem that your dehumidifier is not producing water and compressor is shutting off then there are few things that needed to be checked on:
1. The very common problem with most dehumidifiers is the circuit board relay. If this has gone bad then it will require replacement.
2. The compressor has already gone bad. This is the problem if you notice a buzzing sound every now and then from the system.
3. You may also have a refrigerant leak. This happens when the compressor is running but coils are not getting cold at all.
4. There will be cause of low water production if the fan is not running and the compressor does. If fan is not running then you have to replace it. This also will result frozen coil.
5. Check to see also if your coil is blocked. This will also result into no water production.Air needs to be continually moved over the cold coil to get the water out of the air.
If you're not comfortable doing the checking and repair yourself then I would recommend that you contact a repairman.
Hope this helps.
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