How I Cleaned a Dehumidifier - Deep Cleaning Moldy Coils, the Bucket, and the Filter

Can you clean a dehumidifier, I wondered as I starred at the shocking sight before me. The Frigidaire dehumidifier, model number FAD504DWD, in my workshop needed a serious cleaning after the coils clogged up with dust, hair, mold, and zooglea slime. In this video, I show how I cleaned the unit inside and out with soap and water in order to save money on a replacement. It was purchased new over 10 years ago and had never been inspected or deep cleaned. Only washed the bucket and filter periodically. Besides developing a bad smell, the dehumidifier was not collecting water as it should, and it was also getting to hot. Cleaning the coils, bucket, and filter fixed the problem and it's performance was restored. I then custom cut a pre filter and installed it to help prevent this problem from happening again. I show that custom made filter towards the end of the video. I believe the Frigidaire dehumidifier model number FAD504DWD has been discontinued or at least it's getting hard to find. The unit shown in the video is still working as of January 2024. But it will need replacement some day. I can no longer find the filter material used in the video, but I included a link to another filter material. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Filter Material, to put over the inlet as a pre-filter : https://amzn.to/497MTnT Pneumatic Solvent Sprayer with Angled Spray Head : https://amzn.to/3ujOUyf Affiliate Disclosure: This video and the channel may contain links to affiliate websites, and I may receive an affiliate commission for any purchases made by you on the affiliate website using such links. My affiliates include Amazon Associates. I am a participant in affiliate advertising programs designed to provide a means for me to earn advertising fees by linking to affiliated websites. General Disclaimer: Any information and all content including video, audio, or text provided by the Budget Phil YouTube channel and it’s creator/producer (“I" or "me") is for general informational and educational purposes only. All information provided by me on this channel is provided in good faith, however I make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information on the channel. This channel does not contain any professional advice on how to design, purchase, make, use, maintain, repair, or clean anything and may not be suitable for all ages and skill sets. Accordingly, before taking any actions based upon information found on this channel, I encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals. Under no circumstances shall I have any liability to you for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of this channel or the reliance on any information provided by me or the channel. Your use of this channel and your reliance on any information on the channel is solely at your own risk.