Frigidaire Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)

Dehumidifier operates but causes noticeable radio or TV interference nearby.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Faulty line filter on control board, Poor grounding, Damaged power cord shielding, Internal arcing or sparking component

Steps:

Reposition devices: Move radios/TVs further from the dehumidifier and avoid sharing the same outlet or power strip.
Check cord and plug: Inspect for damage that could affect grounding. Replace if necessary.
Use surge protector: Plug the dehumidifier into a quality surge protector with EMI/RFI filtering.
Service: If interference persists and is severe, the internal line filter or control board may be defective and should be inspected by a technician.

Medium 3/5

Main Control Board

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