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Whirlpool
Dehumidifier

Model # AD40DSL3 Official Whirlpool dehumidifier

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Screw 1168744
#10

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Screw

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Refrigerator Screw 1157158
#27

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Refrigerator screw

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Screw, 8 X 1 488480
Screw, 8 x 1

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Cable Tie 857547
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Cable tie

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Valve Kit 978030
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Valve kit

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Humidistat 1168670
#2

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Humidistat

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Refrigerant Access Valve, 5/8-in 978029
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Refrigerant access valve, 5/8-in

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Valve Kit 978026
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Valve kit

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Valve Kit 978027
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Valve kit

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Fan Motor 1186838
#10

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Fan motor

Part #1186838

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Why does my dehumidifier run all the time?

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How to replace a dehumidifier sensor assembly

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 45 minutes or less
How to replace a dehumidifier user interface control board

How to replace a dehumidifier user interface control board

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Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace a dehumidifier electronic control board

How to replace a dehumidifier electronic control board

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 45 minutes or less

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Wiring schematic symbols explained video

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How to repair broken or damaged wires video

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