Oil in my water reservoir for my Frigidaire FDL70S1 Dehumidifier

First, I'm not a Frigidaire tech.
* Check your warranty. Call for service.
* Contact (note Live Chat link); https://www.frigidaire.com/Search-Results/?q=dehumidifier
*** The following is for information only ***
* Note that this filter is a "wash - Reuse" and is probably considered a "Part" and not a consumable.
* Filter (check if this will fit); https://www.amazon.com/Frigidaire-5304487154-Dehumidifier-Filter-Unit/dp/B00PU1V4M2/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1531339454&sr=1-1&keywords=frigidaire+fad704dwd+filter&dpID=61e1c6OA6UL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
* Review; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbwIEU3zlG8
* Correcting "Bucket Full" Error; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzGnUG3r8dU
* Review (includes using a hose drain); https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAKN--TgQRI
* If your missing this filter then contact the local Frigidare or Appliance store for a replacement.
* Final; check your warranty. The filter may be covered.
Aloha, ukeboy57

Hi lynn crisp, thanks for your post!

From my understanding you are having a challenging time with your Frigidaire dehumidifier shutting too quickly. It sounds like a possible problem with your sensor or control panel. Are you currently under warranty? I would contact your manufacturer for assistance to a proper resolution. -Matt

Hello lynn crisp, thank you for your post!

From what you have explained regarding your Frigidaire dehumidifier it sounds like the sensor or control panel has become faulty. I would recommend resetting your dehumidifier and you can do that by unplugging the power cord for ten minutes. Is your dehumidifier under warranty? If so, you may want to reach out to the manufacturer for a resolution to the problem. I hope this information is helpful. -Matt

I appreciate your post, Lee Silvey!

I understand that your Frigidaire dehumidifier, FDL70S1, will only work in continuous mode. Sounds like you could have a possible issue with the sensor or control panel. Are you under warranty? I would advise you to speak with your manufacturer to see if any further resolution can be provided. -Matt

Hello Friend, this is Z. Thank you for allowing me to assist you!

You would need to remove the bucket to locate the filter of your Frigidaire dehumidifier (FDL70S1). Then pull the filter downwards for cleaning. The filter can be clean by using clean water or vacuum cleaner extension hose. If you use clean water, please allow the filter to dry. Once you reinstalled the filter then replace the bucket. To extinguish the light simply press the FILTER button and your dehumidifier should resume normal operations. Remember it is best to clean your filter every two weeks based on normal operating conditions and typically the FILTER REST light will illuminate after 250 hours of operation. Hope this helps!

Good Morning Friend,

I understand your Frigidaire dehumidifier, model# LAD704TDL, is not dehumidifying. I also see that it is blowing hot air, no water is coming out of the hose, and the humidity stays at 80%. I suggest contacting the manufacturer directly, to see if your appliance is in warranty, and they should be able to point you in the right direction. Hope this is helpful.

-Best Regards-
WP

Hi,
You have a leak in the refrigeration system...that is why it is not cooling and condensing water and why it is dripping oil...

Here is a tip that I wrote to help people tofigure out what is going wrong with their dehumidifier

Dehumidifier is running but no water is in bucket

heatman101

Dont spend to much time trying to repair dehumidifier they are very cheap to replace. Most dehumidifiers have lots of problems because they are made so cheap. Just replace the dehumidifier you will tank me in the end.

Hi,
There are many reasons why a dehumidifier willnot work or collect water.
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

heatman101

the compressor runs in oil. suspect you have a quite bad leak and loss all the gas - hence no water collection and the compressor oil is being pumped out thro the leak