User manual DELONGHI DE 320

[. . . ] When the air is at a temperature of 20°C, it is the equivalent of a 10 litre container, while at 30°C it is the equivalent of a 20 litre container. (see below). 20°C 30°C R. H. = 5 l no water eliminated Of course, just increasing the room temperature is not the solution to your excess moisture/condensation problem. Just warming the air means that you keep the moisture suspended in the air as vapour, but when the temperature drops, the water vapour forms condensation again. [. . . ] As with any electrical appliance, whilst the instructions aim to cover as many eventualities as possible, caution and common sense should be applied when operating your appliance, particularly in the vicinity of young children. · Techni El cal assistance Keep the list of Technical Service Centres and identify the Centre nearest you. ectrical connections After moving the appliance, wait at least an hour before turning it on again. Before plugging the appliance into the power socket, check that: · The mains power supply corresponds to the power supply indicated on the rating plate. · The power socket and electrical circuit are adequate for the appliance. · The power socket matches the plug. If this is not the case, have the plug replaced by a qualified electrician; · The power socket must be adequately earthed; Failure to respect this safety rule absolves the manufacturer from all liability. This appliance is manufactured in compliance with EEC standard EN 55014 on the suppression of radio interference. 16 GB 8-08-2002 14:40 Pagina 17 Installation ace the dehumidifier in a suitable position, a hallway or landing are generally good sites. The appliance must be positioned so that the air intake and air outlet grills are at least 50 cm away from any wall or obstacle to ensure adequate ventilation. Condensate (collected water) can be drained in one of two ways: A) Draining into the tank The condensate can be drained directly into the tank located inside the appliance (fig. The tank can be easily removed and has a handle making it simple to carry and empty. Pl fig. 1 B) Continuous external draining If the appliance is to be operated for long periods of time but you are unable to empty the tank, you are recommended to use the continuous drain facility. 1) Remove the rubber bung from the spout (Fig. 2) Make a hole in the tank inside the spout using a fine drill bit (8mm) (Fig. 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 on the level 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 17 ENGLISH GB 8-08-2002 14:40 Pagina 18 De s c r i p t i o n o f c o n t r o l s Dehumidifying mode OFF position: appliance off Dehumidifying indicator light Mode selector Air circulation Heating mode Heating indicator light Combined dehumidifying / heating mode to heat and dehumidify simultaneously Minimum indicator light Speed/Heat setting selection button Maximum indicator light Turbo Power function Thermostat knob Humidistat knob Power indicator light indicates that the appliance is connected to the mains DE330 shown Please note: DE320 does not have turbo power function and the "combi setting" on the mode selector is on the right-hand side. Dehumidifying standby light lights up for the first three minutes in dehumidifying mode "Tank full / no tank" indicator light Tank control system This dehumidifier is fitted with a special intelligent device to ensure correct operation. A red indicator light on the control panel comes on to warn the user when: 1. the tank is missing replace the tank 3. the tank is in the wrong position position the tank correctly 4. in continuous drain: the hose is obstructed or the difference in level is too great remove the obstruction. Once the cause has been eliminated, the light goes out and the appliance resumes operation. 18 GB 8-08-2002 14:40 Pagina 19 Indicator lights Dehumi dification standby/low temperature operation light 1) To signal a delay of around 3 minutes on start-up of the appliance. This is due to a safety device protects the compressor. [. . . ] · Protect the appliance from dust by covering with a large plastic bag. fig. 4 21 ENGLISH GB 8-08-2002 14:40 Pagina 22 Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g Check the following points before calling your local Technical Service Centre. Problem The appliance does not work in dehumidifying mode (indicator light off) Cause ·the appliance is not plugged in ·there is no current ·the humidistat is on minimum ·the tank is full of water ·the tank is incorrectly positioned ·filter clogged ·the temperature or humidity of the home is too low Remedy ·plug into the mains ·check the power supply ·set the humidistat to the max or continuous position ·empty the tank ·gently place the tank in the correct position ·clean the filter ·in certain conditions, it is normal for the appliance not to dehumidify. In these conditions we suggest you to heat the room to be dehumidified ·switch the appliance off, wait 30 minutes then turn on again. If the problem is no solved, call the Technical Service Centre. 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