I have a goldstar dehumidifier and have been running it about 3 time per week for 2 years now. last week it just didn't turn on. could it be something that's fixable? should i find yout he model number (although i don't knwo where to find it)?

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Goldstar DH3010B Dehumidifier. How big is the water bucket on dh3010b

Question edited to add full 'make model (what it is)'.

Some models have a bucket, and some don't as it can be optional. Its capacity is 30 pints per day. The manual and the specs for the 3 models in the range are in the link.

https://manualzz.com/doc/2052238/goldstar-dh3010b-dehumidifier-user-manual

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Jun 24, 2023 • Dehumidifiers

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The dehumidifier runs and collects water. The issue is with the controls. None of them are working. In order to turn the unit off it must be unplugged.

My only guess is that there must be a relay inside the control panel that (like many relays) arced ar one time and partially welded itself in the on position. Good quality relays are plated with a high temperature melting point metal to prevent this. Being LG is Goldstar (a Korean company) they most likely use the cheapest relays. To solve this issue the relay needs a hard knock to it. (Don't hit it so hard as to break the circuit-board) :)

Oct 19, 2013 • Goldstar DH504ELY6 Dehumidifier w/ 50...

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Have a Goldstar Dehumidifier GHD30. Approximately 2 years old refurbished. The fan will run on the lowest setting but the compressor does not start. When I turn the dial to a higher setting the breaker...

doesn't sound good sounds , the compressor is bad .. you might want to check if it has a gfic. i could be bad, i would cut it out and try it without before i replaced a gfic

Jul 25, 2011 • LG DH30 GoldStar Dehumidifier

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My Goldstar Dehumidifier model DH404ey7 runs but doesn't 'kick in" and if left on, trips the circuit breaker. Is the compressor dead? Is this worth repairing? It has run very well for about...

Hi, Yes. I would say that your compressor is dead...

Here is a tip that I wrote to help people to figure out what is going wrongwith their dehumidifier

Dehumidifier is running but no water is in bucket

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May 22, 2011 • Goldstar DH4010B Dehumidifier

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Right after powering the dehumidifier on, the compressor starts running and just keeps running long after the coils are a solid block of ice. the compressor never shuts off.unit is 2 years old, basement is...

Hi,
Here is a tip that will help you with basic trouble shooting..

http://www.fixya.com/support/r3877515-dehumidifier_problems_dehumidifier

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Apr 26, 2010 • Goldstar DH504EL Dehumidifier

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Goldstar dehumidifier model DH305Y6 is there an outlet on this model for a hose so can drain into sump pump?

I have a Goldstar dehumidifier, Model DH305Y6. I bought it about 5 years ago at a local Walmart. During the summer I run it in the basement, here in south-central Pa. When it was brand new it worked very well, for about 2 yrs. Then it began turning on & off very irregularly. At first I thought it was the sensor on the front of the coils. So I moved it to the lower left side of the coils, and had the same results. The other day the water heater in the basement developed a leak. About 300 gals. of water covered the floor. After sumping/wet-vac'ing down to a wet carpet, I pulled out the dehumidifier and plugged it in,(the filter was cleaned before put away last summer). It began its on/off cycling again. It runs for about 2-3 mins., then shuts off for about 5-10 mins. So, I took the On/Off switch apart and read the resistance. It read 48k, for the 50k switch. I turned the switch all the way left to all the way right and it went from 48k, down to about 8k. The two wires to the switch were attached to the #2 and #3 poles,(only 3 poles). I did some testing, then removed the wires and re-soldered them to the #1 and #3 poles. I put everything back together, and now it works. It runs constantly, but it works/runs just fine. I need to get the basement dry, so I will let it run until the job is done. In the Spring I will get a new 50k potentiometer,(on/off switch), and see if that works. I will post results if I remember to.

Sep 29, 2009 • Goldstar Dehumidifiers

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I have a Goldstar GHD30 dehumidifer that I bought used last week. It's pulling 20-30 pints of water each day out of my basement so it appears to be working. The compressor only runs for 1-2 minutes at a...

yes cycles should be longer either that or the unit is keeping close to desired humidity. Also the unit is under sized 30 pint is for 400sqft. or 20 by 20 room. humidity should be 30/50 percent check your level desired room temp is 70 degrees but its a basemnt 60 works.

Jul 28, 2009 • Goldstar DH504EL Dehumidifier

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LG dehumidifier developing ice

First you would need to clean the filter. LG recommends cleaning the filter every 2 weeks on their dehumidifiers. The second thing you need to do is clean the coils periodically. On this dehumidifier it should include a brush for cleaning the coils. It is located on the top of the bucket. To access the coils the following needs to be done:

1.) Unplug the unit from power
2.) Remove the bucket and also the air filter
3.) Remove the front pannel by removing the 2 lower screws and depressing the tabs.
4.) Once the panel is removed you will see the coils. You need to clean them with the brush. Go in an up and down motion to remove the dirt and dust.

Now use the reverse steps to put it back together. If your dehumidifier runs often I recommend you clean the coils about every 3 to 4 months. This is a common problem on alot of dehumidifiers and people think their dehumidifier is broken. Most of the time the coils are just dirty which causes the water to stay between them and freeze. Keep me posted. Also if you found this response helpful, please rate this solution when you get a chance. Thanks - Tech101

Jul 01, 2008 • LG Goldstar LD65EL Dehumidifier

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Dehumidifier

After reading comments and complaints from other frustrated Maytag owners, I just went out and bought a new LG EnergyStar dehumidifier. I'm taping the receipt inside a plastic bag, along with the user manual, to the side of the machine. Hope this one works for a LONG time! Ronnisue

Jun 15, 2008 • Maytag Dehumidifiers

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Goldstar dehumidifier won't stay on

Check the relative humidity in the room or space where you are operating the dehumidifier. Damp feeling and actual humidity level are two separated items. Humidifiers will run for a few minutes until it is signaled that the humidity is already low enough and then shut down.

Oct 27, 2007 • Goldstar DH504EL Dehumidifier

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The humidity switch (Hydrometer sensor) may be at fault or compressor or fan is not running.
First You could go directly to the compressor and make sure it is or is not getting power first. If the compressor has power then the compressor is suspect (sometimes when 1 wont start it gets hot to the touch) In any case the fan(s) should run with it on and trying to dehumidify.

2 KINDS of CONTROLS for your DEHUMIDIFY
If it has an electronic display the sensor will be a small probe close to the inlet of the air inlet circulation. Maybe its not in place.This type control is not something that can usually be checked without an ohm meter, thermometer, and Hydrometer or Psychometric measuring device to arrive at the wet-dry bulb temperatures thus determining the humidity and charts to determine the resistance value of the sensor(s). So replace the board and sensor on this type

If everything is clean on the coils and the filter is clean it should work.
I would recomending you to contact LG because they have a 5 year warranty on LG GOLDSTAR dehumidifiers. Make sure that you have your reciept. Usually what they will do is locate a shop near you and it can be serviced there. LG will pay the bill. Or if there is no local shop they will send you a service tag for your old unit and ship you a replacement unit. Contact LG and explain this problem to you. Everything should be covered under warranty still

Please leave me comment, if you need further assistance
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