User manual DELONGHI DDE400

[. . . ] Have your electrical circuit checked by a qualified electrician. · Do not use extension power cables. · Always remove the plug from the socket before performing cleaning or maintenance operations. · Do not move the appliance by pulling the power cable. [. . . ] 3) To fit the rubber hose to the spout, open the door, remove the tank, pass the drain hose provided through the space between the door (at a slight angle) and the bottom of the appliance, reposition the tank and fit the hose onto the spout (Fig. 5) Make sure the hose is levelled down otherwise the water will remain in the tank. You will need it to plug the hose or close the spout if you revert to draining into the tank (see point A). fig. 3 5 ENGLISH 5748007700GB 5-06-2003 17:47 Pagina 6 De s c r i p t i o n o f c o n t r o l s Power indicator light Dehumidifying indicator light Air filtration indicator light indicates that the appliance is connected to the mains Dehumidifying standby light OFF position: appliance off lights up for the first three minutes in dehumidifying mode Humidistat knob "Tank full / no tank" indicator light Functions selector Tank control system This dehumidifier is fitted with a special device to ensure correct operation. A red indicator light on the control panel comes on to warn the user when: 1. in continuous drain: the hose is not levelled properly . . remove the obstruction Once the cause has been eliminated, the light goes out and the appliance resumes operation. 6 5748007700GB 5-06-2003 17:47 Pagina 7 S e l e c t i n g o p e ra t i n g m o d e s ENGLISH How to dehumidify 1) Plug the appliance into a mains socket. The power light comes on to show the appliance is connected to the mains. 2) Check that the "tank full/no tank" indicator light is off. 3) Turn the humidistat to the "CONTINUOUS" (continuous operation) position and the function selector switch to one of the two DEHUMIDIFICATION positions : 1 = min. The dehumidification pause light comes on during the first three minutes (safety device), followed by the dehumidification light. When the humidity in the room has reached the required level, slowly turn the humidistat knob anticlockwise until the dehumidifying light goes out. The dehumidifier will then keep the humidity in the room at the selected level automatically. Note: When dehumidifying, the appliance not only dehumidifies but also slightly warms the air (1-2°C (2-3°F) hotter than room temperature) How to ventilate : 1 = min. 2 Turn the function selector switch to one of the two VENTILATION positions = max. The ventilation light comes on TO TURN THE UNIT OFF COMPLETELY, SET THE FUNCTION SELECTOR TO THE OFF POSITION AND UNPLUG FROM THE POWER SOCKET. 7 7 5748007700GB 5-06-2003 17:47 Pagina 8 Cleaning/Warnings Mai Cl Cl ntenance Always remove the plug from the power socket before performing any cleaning or maintenance operations. For safety reasons, never wash the dehumidifier using a water jet. eaning the cabinet · Clean the appliance using a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth. · Never use petrol, alcohol or solvents to clean the appliance. · Never spray the appliance with insecticides or similar. These could cause the paint to flake or plastic parts to warp. eaning the air filter If the filter is dirty, air circulation is compromised and the efficiency of the dehumidifying and air filtration functions decreases. It is therefore good practice to clean the filter at regular intervals. The frequency depends on the duration and conditions of operation. If the unit is used constantly or systematically, you are recommended to clean the filter once a week. [. . . ] Also, consequential and incidental damages resulting from the use of this product or arising out of any breach of contract or breach of this warranty are not recoverable under this warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. If repairs become necessary or spare parts are needed, please write to: If repairs become necessary or spare parts are needed, plese write to: De'Longhi America Inc. Park 80 West Plaza One Saddle Brook, N. J. [. . . ]