My Kenmore dehumidifier is Model# 58054501400 - I cleaned the filter and every part of this item but when I plug it in it will run for a few seconds then stop and have a message that the bucket is full. What is wrong with this?

There are several reasons why your T2 Direct Dehum 3 dehumidifier may be alarming after running for a few seconds:

1. Dirty or Clogged Air Filter: A dirty or clogged air filter can cause the dehumidifier to overheat and shut down. Check the air filter and clean or replace it if necessary.
2. Defective Humidity Sensor: If the humidity sensor is defective, it may cause the dehumidifier to shut down. The sensor may need to be replaced.
3. Faulty Compressor: A faulty compressor can cause the dehumidifier to shut down after running for a short time. You may need to replace the compressor.
4. Low Refrigerant Charge: If the refrigerant charge is low, it can cause the dehumidifier to shut down. You may need to recharge the refrigerant.
5. Faulty Control Board: A faulty control board can cause the dehumidifier to shut down or display error messages. You may need to replace the control board.

It is recommended to contact a qualified technician to diagnose and repair the issue with your dehumidifier.

Hi and welcome to FixYa, I am Kelly.

You can get a new sensor here:
http://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/search/partinfo.php?partsID=282871&modelsID=119126
or
http://www.repairclinic.com/Kenmore-Dehumidifier-Model-58054501400-ID-698984-Parts
Thermistor PN: 6877A30013R other diagrams it is called a sensor assembly

Here is something to consider.... changing this part SHOULD fix the dehumidfier. However, if there is a problem on the control board it can give you the impression the sensor assembly is bad. 85% of the time it is the sensor that has failed.

Thanks for choosing FixYa,
Kelly

run it without the filter with a 1 part vinegar 4 parts water. then try it with a clean or new filter. You may need to run it a few (5-6) times before it stops shutting off by its self.

Go to; www.managemyhome.com.
When at that home page, place your cursor over, but do not click yet, 'Home Manager' in the red bar at top of the page.
There you will see five choices, click on 'Owners Manual'
Then find 'Kenmore' under 'Search Manuals By Popular Brand' and click on 'Kenmore'.
Then under 'Narrow your Results', scroll down to 'Dehumidifier' and click on 'Dehumidifier'.
Then you will see a five (5) page list of Kenmore Dehumidifiers along with the model Number.
YOUR Kenmore model # 58054501400 will be found on PAGE#2.
Click on page #2 and scroll down to the bottom of that page and find yours.
Then look at the right hand side of that page and see 'View Manual'
Click on 'View Manual' and there you will have it and the answers to any questions you have.
Good luck. :)

Normal 0 When you push the power button, the blower fan comes on. In a few minutes you should hear a second "click"--that is your compressor starting. Do you hear that second click?

Hi,
There are many reasons for a dehumidifier to not work or collect water.
Here is a tip that I wrote to help people to figure out what is going wrong with their dehumidifier.

Dehumidifier is running but no water is in bucket
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4662409-dehumidifier_running_but_no_water_in

heatman101

Normal 0 When you push the power button, the blower fan comes on. In a few minutes you should hear a second "click"--that is your compressor starting. Do you hear that second click?

IS THE ROOM HUMIDITY LOW. IF IT IS BELOW 30% THE HUMIDISTAT WILL SHUT DOWN THE UNIT. THE AMMBIENT TEMP SHOULD BE ABOVE 65 DEGREES AND THE HUMIDITY SHOULD BE ABOVE 50 %.

sounds like a main pc board and or capacitor problem

hose connector is Sears part # 5214A20027A

dehumidifer is Model # 58054501300 or 58054501400

use these numbers on searspartsdirect.com