Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado English

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I Button and set a higher percent value (°/0). "TIMER Set Control Buffons Use the Up/Down Buttons to set the Auto start and Auto stop time from 0 to 24 hours. O

Timer Button Pressto initiate the Auto start and Auto stop feature, in conjunction with the < and > key Buttons. Display Shows the set % humidity level from 35% to 85% or auto start/stop time {0~24) while setting, then shows the actual (+5°/0 accuracy) room °/0 humidity level in a range of 30°/0 RH (Relative Humidity) to 90°/0RH (Relative Humidity). Error Codes and Protection Cede: AS- Humidity sensor error--Unplug the unit and plug it back in. If error repeats, arrange for service. ES- Temperature sensor error-- Unplug the unit and plug it back in. If error repeats, arrange for service. P2- Bucket is full or bucket is not in right position-- Empty the bucket and replace it in the right position. EC- Unit Malfunction--Check to verify that the surrounding temperature is within the range of 41°F: (5 °C) to 95 °F (35 °C). If the temperature is not within range, take action to correct the surrounding temperature. If the EC code persists, there is a malfunction that requires you to call for service. Some causes of this EC error code could be a refrigerant leak, an overload or failure of the compressor, or blockage in the sealed system. E3- Unit malfunction-- Unplug the unit and plug it back in. If error repeats, arrange for service. Eb- Bucket is removed or not in right position-- Replace the bucket in the right position.

OTHER FEATURES Bucket Full Light - Lights up when the bucket is ready to be emptied. Auto Shut Off - The dehumidifier shuts off after 30 seconds when the bucket is full, or when the bucket is removed or not replaced in the proper position. When the set humidity level is reached, the compressor will shut off, and the fan will continue to run for another 3 minutes, and then shut off. Auto Defrost - When frost builds up on the evaporator coils, the compressor will cycle off and the fan will continue to run until the frost disappears. 3 Minute Compressor Delay- Any time the compressor stops running for any reason, such as when the humidity set point has been reached, it will not restart again for a minimum of 3 minutes. This is a safety design to prolong the life of the compressor. If the fan has also stopped, it will not restart again for 3 minutes or until the compressor starts. 9

Check Filter Feature -The unit tracks the amount of time that the fan runs. The Filter light will start to flash once a second after 250 hours of operation.

After

cleaning the air filter, press the Filter buffon for one second to reset this timer. Auto-Restart - If there is a power failure, the unit will return to the same operating condition when the power is restored. Setting the Timer * With the unit on, press the Timer button, and the Off light indicates that the Auto Stop function may be programmed. Within 5 seconds press the UP or DOWN buttons to select a period of time after which operation will stop. Press the Timer button twice and the On light indicates that the Auto Start function may be programmed. Within 5 seconds press the UP or DOWN buttons to select a period of time after which operation will resume;With the unit off, press the Timer button, and the On light indicates that the Auto Start function may be programmed. Within 5 seconds press the UP or DOWN operation

buttons to select a period of time after which

will start. Press the Timer button twice and the Off light indicates that the

Auto Stop function may be programmed. Within 5 seconds press the UP or DOWN button to select a period of time after which operation will stop. * Press or hold the UP or DOWN button to change the Auto time by 0.5 hour increments, up to 10 hours, then at 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The control will count down the time remaining until start or stop. * The selected time will register for 5 seconds and the system will automatically revert back to display the previous humidity setting. " When the Auto start & Auto stop times are set within the same program sequence, TIMER ON OFF indicator lights illuminate, identifying that both ON and OFF times are now programmed. * Turning the unit ON or OFF at any time or adjusting the timer setting to 0.0 will cancel the Auto Start/Stop function. * The Auto Start/Stop function will also be cancelled when the protection code P2 (bucket full) appears in the control panel display window.

WHEN

USING THE UNIT

* This unit is designed to operate with a working environment between 41°F/5C ° and 95°F/35C °. * 3 minute compressor delay - Any time the compressor stops running for any reason, such as when the humidity set point has been reached, it will not restart again for a minimum of 3 minutes. This is a safety design to prolong the life of the compressor. If the fan has also stopped, it will not restart again for 3 minutes or until the compressor starts. * Do not connect the dehumidifier to a multiple socket outlet that is also being used for other electrical appliances. * Select a suitable location, making sure you have easy access to an electrical outlet. * Plug the unit into a electrical socket-outlet with a ground connection. Make sure the water bucket is correctly fitted; otherwise the unit will not operate properly. NOTE: Be careful to avoid tipping the unit over while moving it when there is water in the bucket. 10

REMOVING

THE COLLECTED WATER

There are three ways to remove collectedwater. 1. Use the bucket

Pull out the bucket o liffle.

* If the bucket is full when the unit is turned off, the unit will beep 4 times, the Full indicator light will turn on, and the display * When

the bucket

becomes

will show P2.

full when the unit is

turned on, the compressor turns off, the fan runs for another 30 seconds to dry water off of the evaporator coil, the unit will beep 4 times, the Full indicator light will turn on, and the display will show P2. * Slowly pull out the bucket. Grip the left and right handles securely, and carefully pullout straight so water does not spill. Refer to

Figure 5 Hold both sides of the bucket with even strength, and pull it out from the unit.

Figures 5 & 6. Do not put the bucket on the floor because the bottom of the bucket is uneven_ causing water.

it to fall

over and spill the

° Empty the bucket and replace it. The bucket must be in place and securely seated for the dehumidifier to operate. ° The machine

will re-start when the bucket Figure 6

is restored inits correct position, assuming that the 3 minutes safety delay for the compressor has passed.

Pourthe water out.

NOTES: * When you remove the bucket, do not touch any parts inside of the unit. Doing so may damage the product. * Be sure to push the bucket gently all the way into the unit. Banging the bucket against anything or failing to push it in securely may cause the unit not to operate.

Pump drops Figure 7

* If the pump drops when you remove the bucket (See Fig.7), you must reinstall the pump properly before replacing the bucket into the unit (See Fig.8). There is a removable cleanable filter on the end of the pump. * When you remove the bucket, if there is some water in the unit you must dry it up before continuing. * When the unit is on, if the bucket is removed, compressor will turn off immediately, fan will run additional 30 seconds, then the unit will beep 4 times and the digital display shows Eb error code. * When the unit is off, if the bucket is removed, the unit will beep 4 times and the digital display shows Eb error code.

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Reinstall pump properly Figure 8

2. Continuous draining * Water can be continuously drained into a floor drain by attaching

a length of garden

hose (ID > 5/16", with

a female threaded end ID 1", not included, ) onto the unit. * Affach the drain tube to the adaptor (See Fig.9, placed in the bucket).

A securely.

* Remove the rubber plug from the back drain outlet of the unit and set aside and

Figure 9

remove bucket, then insert the drain tube through the drain outlet of the unit and securely press it into the connector on the front of the unit (See Fig.]0 and Fig.]1).

Rubber

plug

* Use the two supplied screws to screw adaptor A to the back of the unit. *Screw the female threaded end of the garden hose into the adaptor A (See Fig.]2). Lead the hose to a floor drain.

Figure 10

* Make sure the hose is secure so there are no leaks. * Direct the hose toward the drain, making that there are no kinks that will stop the

sure

water flowing.

Infernal Connector

* Place the end of the hose into the drain and make sure the end of the hose is level or below the drain outlet on the unit. Never run upwards.

Drain

hose

let the hose Figure 11

* Place the bucket back in the unit and make sure that it is correctly * Continuous draining begins operation.

in place. will begin once the unit Garden__

3. Pump draining

Female

* Remove the continuous

drain hose and the drain

/

threaded

Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain or a suitable drainage facility by attaching the pump drain out with a pump drain hose (OD :1/4", supplied ).

end

Figure 12

hose

Garden

hose

subassembly from the unit. Install the plastic cover to the continuous drain hose outlet of the unit by using two screws.(See Fig.13) Female threaded

end Figure

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REMOVENG

THE COLLECTED WATER cont

• Remove the plug from the pump drain prevents

water

from

spilling

hose outlet. This plug

out if the pump is accidentally

activated before the pump drain hose is installed. using the pump feature, replace this plug.

When

not

• Insert the pump drain hose into the pump drain hose outlet, making sure it goes in at least 3/4 (15mm). Considerable force is needed to push the hose into the outlet, make sure it "pops" in the full 3/4 inch. See Fig. 14. Lead the water drain hose out to the floor drain or other suitable drainage location at a maximum vertical height of 14 1/2 feet higher than the pump drain hose outlet. Pump drain hose

° Press the PUMP button on the control panel. The PUMP indicator light will turn on. The pump will now operate automatically when the bucket becomes full. If you press the PUMP button again, the PUMP light will turn off. If the PUMP light is OFF, the pump will not run. • If the PUMP light is off and the bucket becomes

Pump drain hose outlet

Figure

14

full, the unit

will produce 4 beeps, and the P2 error code will show on the display. If the PUMP light is on, the unit will start pumping water out of the bucket. The pump will run automatically

for 10 minutes

and then stop. IMPORTANT: The pump does not empty the bucket, it only empties

enough water so that the bucket

3/4 full. The pump will not start again

remains about

until the bucket

becomes

full. if the bucket is still full after the 10 minutes of pumping, the unit will pump again for 10 minutes. ° If the 10 minute cycle

Filter of the pump Figure

repeats itself 6 times with bucket remaining

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full, this indicates a possible blockage or other problem which is preventing the water from pumping. The unit will stop operation, the pump display.

light will flash, and the P2 error code will show in the If this occurs, there are 2 options to clear the flashing

light and the P2 error code. But first, look for the cause of the problem,

such as a kink or blocked hose, or dirt around

pump filter, and correct

the

2,Take the pump drain hose out

it.

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- Turn the power off and then turn the power back on. Press the PUMP button to turn the pump off, then press it again to turn the pump back on. This will clear the P2 error code, and resume the pumping operation. -Press the PUMP button for one second. This will clear the flashing light. Press the PUMP button again. This will turn the pump on, clear the P2 error code, and resume the pumping • If you pull out the bucket during pumping stop immediately, Replace

operation.

operation,

the fan will

and the error code Eb will show in the display.

the bucket to clear the Eb error code and resume operation.

NOTE: The pump will make a load noise for 3 to 5 seconds when first starting

up, this is normal

until any air in the pump is replaced by water.

• Make sure the hose is secure so there are no leaks.

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drain

hoseoutlet in Figure

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REMOVING

THE COLLECTED WATER cont

° Direct the hose to the drain water flow. ° Select the desired humidity the bucket isfull. ° The pump operation Check the following

area,

making

sure there are no kinks that will block

the

setting and fan speed on the unit. The pump will start when

light will blink once per second if there is an operational

failure.

steps if the light blinks:

-Remove the water bucket and clean it

from the unit, pull down

the pump inlet, remove

the filter

-Check that the pump drain hose is not kinked or blocked -Empty the water bucket -Reinstall the pump and bucket properly. for service. NOTE: Do not place the pump drain 32°F (O°C). The water

can freeze

Turn on the unit. If the error

hose in a location

repeats,

that can become

call

less than

in the hose and cause unit failure.

° Make sure to empty the bucket once a week when using the pump draining feature. The bucket will always be between 3/4 full and full while using this feature, so it should be periodically emptied and cleaned out to eliminate mold or mildew. Refer to Section 2 on the next page, "Clean ° When

the pump draining

the outlet by squeezing water from the outlet.

feature

any possibility the bucket '.'

of

is not being used, remove the pump drain hose from

the outlet and pulling

the hose onto the floor.

Reinstall

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the drain hose out. Avoid leaking the plug that was removed from

Turn the dehumidifier off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning. 1. Clean the Grille and Case * Use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. * Do not splash water directly onto the main unit. Doing so may cause an electrical shock, cause the insulation to deteriorate, or cause the unit to rust. * The air intake and outlet grilles get soiled easily, so use a vacuum attachment or brush to clean. 2oClean the bucket * Every few weeks, clean the bucket to prevent growth of mold, mildew and bacteria. Partially fill the bucket with clean water and add a little mild detergent. Swish it around in the bucket, empty and rinse. * After cleaning, the bucket must be in place and securely seated for the dehumidifier to operate. NOTE: Do not place the bucket in an automatic dishwasher to clean it. 3. Clean the air filter * Remove the filter every two weeks based on normal operating conditions, * Remove bucket then pull filter downwards

(See Fig. 17).

* Wash the filter with clean water then dry. * Re-install the filter. CAUTION: DO NOT operate the dehumidifier without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance. Figure 17

4. Clean the pump filter * The pump input hose is tucked up inside on the right hand side of the bucket area. When the bucket is in place, it automatically drops down into the bucket to be in pump position. When the bucket is removed, it automatically retracts out of side. This hose has a filter on the end that should be cleaned every 2 weeks. o Remove the bucket, reach up and gently pull down the pump input hose. Gently pry the filter off the end of the hose and clean it, then replace if, and push the input hose back up in the locked position (See Fig. 18).

Pump

Figure

18

5. When not using the unit for long periods of time: * After turning the unff off, waft one day before emptying the bucket so that all the water will drain from the unit, and totally dry out. * Clean the main unit, water bucket and air filter. * Wrap the cord and bundle it with the band (Fig.19). * Store the unit upright in a dry, well-ventilated place. 15

Figure 19

Pilfer

Before calling

for service, review the chart below first yourself.

SOLUTION

PROBLEM

* Make sure the dehumidifier plug is pushed completely into the outlet. * Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box.

Unit does not start

, Dehumidifier has reached its preset level or bucket is full. * Water

bucket is not inthe proper position.

* The 3 minute compressor not expired. Dehumidifier

safety

delay

has

* Did not allow enough time to remove the moisture.

does not

dry the air as it should

* Make sure there are no curtains, blinds or furniture blocking the front or back of the dehumidifier. The humidify control may not be set low enough. * Check that all doors, windows and other openings are securely closed. Room temperature is too low, below 41°F (5°C). * There is a kerosene heater or something giving off water vapor in the room. The unit makes a loud

° The air filter is clogged. * The unit is tilted instead of upright as it should be. , The floor surface is not level.

noise when operating

Frost appears

Water

* This is normal. The dehumidifier defrost feature.

on the coils

* Hose to connector loose.

on floor

has an auto

or hose connection

may be

* The unit is set up for the bucket to collect water, but the back drain plug is removed as if set up for continuous drain. Replace the drain plug. Drain hose is connected, water

but

fills up in the bucket.

* These are error codes and protection See CONTROL PANEL section. light

blinks

on and off every second

Pump does not empty

for

blockage.

ES,AS, P2 and EC appear in the display The PUMP operation

* Check drain hose, tube, and internal connector

bucket

code.

• Clean the pump filter. • Check that the pump hose is not kinked or blocked. • Empty the water bucket.

° Pump runs for 10 minutes and may lower water level in bucket by 1inch.This is normal. Water level in bucket will appear to be between three-quarters full and full during normal operation. 16

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