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Posted on Nov 30, 2007
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30 pint model # M30H3082A

Was working good and blowing hot air, now no water and blowing cold air

  • Anonymous Mar 26, 2014

    The unit only has polar written on the top, nothing about being a humidifier?

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Could just be the time of year your using the unit

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A common problem - low on refrigerant. Unfortunately it's not a simple fix. Check your warranty to see if you're still covered for "Sealed system repairs"

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