Phoenix 200 max problems

[1st choice restoration]

Having problems with one of our units.... Didn't seem to be running right... Ice started to build up on the side... Took front panel off and it was completely frozen ice everywhere...
Also have a unit that the purge pump out isn't working...that's not a big deal right?? I can just tip it over to drain water?? Any thoughts ideas???? Thanks

 

[Desk Jockey]

How warm is the area you are drying? Its not unusual to run into cool temps this time of year . Make sure the temps are over 70.

Another thought, how old is the unit? Is it possible it needs refrigerant?

 

[dealtimeman]

You need to clean you coils and stopover the unit, just remove the front screws on the panel and vac out. If you have any questions just give me a call817-829-4708

 

[1st choice restoration]

Unit only has about 3500 hours ... I have the front panel off now because it was completely full of ice when I took it off... I've got it all thawed out now... It was in a basement and they turned heat off..probably got down in the 50's... Then I checked it and and turned heat back above 70 for 2 days and then pulled equipment but the dehu was still loaded with ice... Coils look clean

 

[Desk Jockey]

After it thaws run it at your shop or home. I'll bet it was just getting too cold in the basement.

 

[dealtimeman]

Sounds like humidity was very high and your dehu was running very well. Just got a bit cold in there and the coils froze up. Also make sure you are using correct filters and that they are clean.

 

[FredC]

defrost control adjustment?:
http://www.jondon.com/media/pdf/manuals/200-MAX-LGR-Dehumidifier-Manual-1201544823.pdf

section 2.9

Evaporator coil frosted continuously, low dehumidifying
capacity.
1. Defrost thermostat loose or defective (Sec. 2.9 & 4.7).
2. Defrost timer incorrectly set or defective (Sec. 2.9 &
4.7).
2. Low refrigerant charge (Sec. 4.4).
3. Dirty air filter or air flow restricted. (Sec. 3.1).

 

[Greg Cole]

Having problems with one of our units.... Didn't seem to be running right... Ice started to build up on the side... Took front panel off and it was completely frozen ice everywhere...
Also have a unit that the purge pump out isn't working...that's not a big deal right?? I can just tip it over to drain water?? Any thoughts ideas???? Thanks

Needs refrigerant ( make sure coil isn't cracked). Replace the pump out ( Jon don sells)
If this unit froze it would explain your problems.