Whirlpool WP1172075 Dehumidifier Float

The Whirlpool WP1172075 Dehumidifier Float is a little but important component of your dehumidifier. It serves as a safeguard against the appliance's water tank being overfilled. The float is normally housed inside the water reservoir of the dehumidifier and is composed of a buoyant plastic material. Tank water level rises when the dehumidifier absorbs moisture from the air. The water level rises and the float rises with it. A switch that turns off the dehumidifier's power is activated by the float when the water level reaches a preset point. This keeps the tank from overflowing and maybe damaging your house with water. Your dehumidifier can function safely and effectively by replacing a malfunctioning float, which is a somewhat easy fix.