LG Dehumidifier GD40E

Ensure all necessary equipment is available

Discharge the refrigerant system using a refrigerant recovery system

Component Removal and Preparation

Remove the desired component and unbraze the pinch-off tubes

Solder service valves into the pinch-off tube ports, leaving the valves open

Solder the pinch-off tubes with service valves

Close the valve and leave it in place for subsequent procedures

Disconnect the sensor assembly from the PWB(PCB) ASSEMBLY, MAIN.

Remove the screw which fastens the humidity sensor.

Remove the thermistor from the holder.

Disconnect the switch wires from the micro switch assembly.

Ensure all components are removed and accounted for

Describe any issues encountered during disassembly

Turn the nut left and pull out the Fan by hands carefully.

Remove the screws that fasten Heat Exchange.

Lift the Heat Exchange and open it around 45 degrees clockwise carefully.

Unfasten the screws that secure the Motor and earth wire.

Discharge the refrigerant using a refrigerant Recovery System

Unbrace the Discharge and the Suction tube connected to the compressor carefully after purging the unit completely

Remove screws and lift components

Remove 2 screws that fasten the H/E

Unfasten 2 screws that secure the shroud on the sides and then lift shroud from the drain pan

Unfasten 2 screws that secure the drain pan to base pan

Pull the drain pan backward then take it up from the base

Verify all components are removed and stored properly

Check for any visible damage to the components

Turn the Humidity Control off or press the power button off