Bionaire
Short Cycling / Control or Sensor Issue
Dehumidifier frequently turns on and off in short cycles
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Possible Causes
Humidity set too close to current room humidity, Faulty humidity sensor causing rapid swings, Oversized unit for small room, Control board hysteresis too narrow
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: No internal access is required for basic adjustments; unplug before sensor replacement.
Steps:
- Adjust humidity setpoint: Set the desired humidity at least 5–10% below current room humidity to reduce rapid cycling.
- Relocate unit: Avoid placing the dehumidifier directly under supply vents or near doors where humidity changes rapidly.
- Check humidity sensor: If the display humidity jumps erratically, inspect and replace the humidity sensor module.
- Control board: Persistent short cycling with a stable sensor may indicate a control board issue; replacement of the main PCB may be required.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Humidity Sensor Module
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