Kitchen Large Electric Appliances - Kenmore dehumidifier not getting cold

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DIYNovice
06-21-09, 11:55 AM
This feels like deja vu since I just had a similar problem with my Kenmore refrigerator, but now my Kenmore dehumidifier is experiencing nearly the same symptoms. The model number is 580.54501500, and it is 4 years old.

The fan and compressor are both running, but the coils are not getting cold. The compressor becomes hot to the touch in about 5 minutes of running.

I opened it up and found a techsheet inside. I scanned it and am posting a copy at the end of this message.

To me, it looks like I have to replace, at the very least, the OverLoad Protector. Should I replace the drawing capacitor as well? Thanks for any help

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q82/bleech2/dhumid_tech_sheet.jpg

ecman51`
06-21-09, 01:02 PM
Is it shutting off on you?
DIYNovice
06-21-09, 01:28 PM
It runs like normal, but doesn't produce any condensate because the coils never get cold.

pugsl
06-21-09, 03:17 PM
Sounds like you lost the charge in system or compressor went bad.
DIYNovice
06-21-09, 09:14 PM
I checked over the whole thing closely and didn't see any obvious punctures in the tubing. Oh well, it was only $200 brand new. Guess it's time for a new one.