Vax Power Extract DCS1V1EP User Manual page 4

Getting started
PLEASE READ 'LET'S TALK SAFETY' AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Before you begin
IMPORTANT: Remove all packaging covering the appliance and allow the appliance to stand for a minimum
of 12 hours before switching on to allow the refrigerant gas within the appliance to settle.
Make sure the water tank and filters are in place and correctly fitted. Stand the appliance upright on a stable,
flat surface away from sources of heat or open windows. Never block the air grills, keep the air grills free from
any obstruction. Never position the dehumidifier under washing to prevent water dripping onto the appliance.
CAUTION: Care should always be taken when using a dehumidifier in a new build home or if any internal plaster
renovation has been carried out within the last 6 months.
We recommend using the appliance with the humidity dial set to high and gradually adjusted over a period
of weeks to prevent excess over drying. Vax cannot be held responsible for any building damage as a result
of in proper use. Guidance should always be taken from your home builder.
30cm
20cm
or more
or more
30cm
or more
20cm 20cm
or more or more
For best performance, position the Plug into mains and turn the humidity
appliance a safe distance away from control dial clockwise until the appliance
walls, furniture and clothing with switches on.
sufficient spacing, preferably a hallway
The LED light on the front of the machine
or landing with the internal doors open.
will illuminate, the fan will switch on,
the compressor will start and a faint
humming noise will be heard indicating
the appliance is in operation.
Adequate ventilation such as leaving all internal doors open will allow the dehumidifier to provide the best
coverage around the home.
There is a settings guide on the panel for ease of use.
Using the hose for continuous drainage (optional)
The water tank must remain fitted to the appliance when using the hose for continuous drainage. Using the drainage hose will allow
continuous emptying of the dehumidifier. Water will be directed out through the hose and will not collect within the internal water tank.
The hose must be lower than the drainage port allowing the water to flow and prevent any flooding. Connect the hose to a floor drain
or stand pipe making sure it is correctly secured.
Pull and remove the plug from the
drainage port located on the back of
the dehumidifier (the plug will remain
attached to the appliance).
For best performance we recommend
adjusting the humidity control dial
clockwise in several stages until a
preferred humidity level is reached
– this may be over a period of days.
Turning the dial clockwise increases
moisture removal. Turning the dial
anti-clockwise reduces the moisture
removal level.
Place the other end of the hose into a
stand pipe or drain.
Water will flow through the hose once
the dehumidifier is switched on.
IMPORTANT: When the dehumidifier is first used it will produce a significant amount of water and the tank will
need emptying more frequently. As the room becomes drier the dehumidifier will collect less water and the tank
will take longer to fill.
Always switch the appliance off and unplug from the mains when removing or refitting the water tank or filter and
before carrying out any maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Firmly push the drainage hose into the
drainage port making sure the hose
securely attaches to the water outlet.
After use always make sure the plug is
securely fitted back into the drainage port
to prevent flooding.
Using your machine