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My Maytag dehumidifier freezes over the outer coils within 10 minutes of start-up. Any suggestions?

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Old 09-08-2008, 12:09 PM
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My Maytag dehumidifier freezes over the outer coils within 10 minutes of start-up. Any suggestions?
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please locate the model number so we can look at the breakdown.
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I would check for a clogged filter, if no filter pull off outer cover and check for a lint clog between the condenser and evaporator. If ok, you have a refrigerant leak, probably not worth fixing.
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