I have a Frigidaire dehumidifier that turns off because it thinks it's full. I think it is the fill switch. and was wondering if anyone knows if I can bypass the fill switch and just use a hose instead of the bucket.

Thank you Rob. The little lever is still there. I checked.

Hi Marie, The bucket on the back usually triggers the on/off sensor when full, so check to see if the little pin or lever is stuck on the back - remove the bucket (unplug it) and check your manual to see where it's located. It could have broken off or is jammed. There are usually manuals online if you don't have it. If it's broken, you can probably order parts.

it could be shutting off because it is overheating, it is a safety feature...

Fix, pardon my French, and let us know how it goes - - knowledge shared is twice as valuable!

Check the owner's manual. It should give you a diagram so you understand what's going on. Then check the FAQs in the booklet and online. If you have this problem, probably others have, too. Finally call the 800# .Ask for the repair dept. They may have a quick fux or a part to ship you. Good luck

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Shuganne
on Jun 26, 2018

Check the owner's manual. It should give you a diagram so you understand what's going on. Then check the FAQs in the booklet and online. If you have this problem, probably others have, too. Finally call the 800# .Ask for the repair dept. They may have a quick fux or a part to ship you. Good luck

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- Marie DeSalvo
  on Jun 27, 2018
  
  Thank you ,will try
  
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Shuganne
on Jun 26, 2018

Fix, pardon my French, and let us know how it goes - - knowledge shared is twice as valuable!

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Joann Gonnella Cope
on Jun 26, 2018

it could be shutting off because it is overheating, it is a safety feature...

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- Marie DeSalvo
  on Jun 27, 2018
  
  Thank you
  
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Rob32328534
on Jun 26, 2018

Hi Marie, The bucket on the back usually triggers the on/off sensor when full, so check to see if the little pin or lever is stuck on the back - remove the bucket (unplug it) and check your manual to see where it's located. It could have broken off or is jammed. There are usually manuals online if you don't have it. If it's broken, you can probably order parts.

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Marie DeSalvo
on Jun 27, 2018

Thank you Rob. The little lever is still there. I checked.

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