Black & Decker BXDH12E Original Instructions Manual page 4

ENGLISH
(Original instructions)
DEHUMIDIFIER
BXDH12E
BXDH20E
Dear customer,
Many thanks for choosing to purchase a BLACK+DECKER brand product.
Thanks to its technology, design and operation and the fact that it exceeds the strictest
quality standards, a fully satisfactory use and long product life can be assured.
Please do not install or use your dehumidifier before you have carefully read
this manual. Please keep this instructions manual for an eventual product warranty and
for future reference.
WARNING
♦ Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those
recommended by the manufacturer.
♦ The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operating ignition sources
(for example: open flames, an operating gas appliance or an operating electric heater.
♦ Do not pierce or burn.
♦ Be aware the refrigerants may not contain an odour.
♦ Appliance shall be installed, operated and stored in a room with a floor area larger than
4 m .
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WARNING
♦ Specific information regarding appliances R290 refrige-
rant gas.
♦ Thoroughly read all of the warnings.
♦ When defrosting and cleaning the aplliance, do not use
any tools other than those recommended by the manu-
facturing company.
♦ The appliance must be placed in an area without any
continuously sources of ignition (for example: open
flames, gas or electrical appliances in operation).
♦ Do not puncture and do not burn.
♦ This appliance contains 52 g of R290 refrigerant gas.
♦ R290 is a refrigerant gas that complies with the Euro-
pean directives on the environment. Do not puncture any
part of the refrigerant circuit.
♦ If the appliance is installed, operated or stored in a non-
ventilated area, the room must be designed to prevent to
the accumulation of refrigerant leaks resulting in a risk of
fire or explosion due to ignition of the refrigerant caused
by electric heaters, stoves, or other sources of ignition.
♦ The appliance must be stored in such a way as to pre-
vent mechanical failure.
♦ Individuals who operate or work on the refrigerant circuit
must have the appropriate certification issued by an
accredited organization that ensures competence in
handling refrigerants according to a specific evaluation
recognized by associations in the industry.
♦ Repairs must be performed based on the recommenda-
tion from the manufacturing company. Maintenance and
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repairs that require the assistance of other qualified per-
sonnel must be performed under the supervision of an
individual specified in the use of flammable refrigerants.
SAFETY ADVICE AND WARNINGS
♦ This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years
and over and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowled-
ge, if they have been given appropriate supervision or
training in the use of the appliance in a safe and Unders-
tand the dangers involved.
♦ This appliance is not a toy. Children should be supervi-
sed to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
♦ Do not allow children to perform cleaning and mainte-
nance without supervision.
♦ Install the appliance in accordance with national wiring
regulations.
♦ Leave a space of 50 cm between walls or other obs-
tacles and the appliance. Do not cover or obstruct the
sides of the appliance, leaving at least 50 cm space
around the appliance.
♦ The product requires adequate ventilation in order to
function properly.
♦ If the mains connection is damaged, it must be replaced.
Take the appliance to an authorized service center. Do
not attempt to disassemble or repair it yourself as it may
be dangerous.
♦ This appliance is intended for household use only, not
for professional or industrial use.
♦ Before connecting the appliance, check that the voltage
indicated on the nameplate matches the voltage on the
rating plate.
♦ Connect the appliance to a power socket that supports at least 10 amps.
♦ The appliance plug must match the electrical socket of the socket. Never modify the
plug. Do not use plug adapters.
♦ Do not force the connecting cable. Never use the power cord to lift, carry or unplug the
appliance.
♦ Do not wrap the power cord around the appliance.
♦ Check that the power cord is not pinched or bent.
♦ Do not allow the connecting cord to hang or touch the hot surfaces of the appliance.
♦ Check the condition of the electrical connection cable. Damaged or entangled cables
increase the risk of electric shock.
♦ It is recommended as an additional protection in the electrical installation that feeds
the device, the use of a differential current device with a maximum sensitivity of 30 mA.
Consult with an installer.
♦ Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
♦ Do not use the appliance with the damaged power cord or plug.
♦ If any of the enclosures of the appliance breaks, immediately switch off the appliance to
avoid the possibility of electric shock.
♦ Do not use the appliance if it has fallen, if there are visible signs of damage, or if there
is a leak.
♦ Use the appliance in a well-ventilated area.
♦ If the appliance is used in the same room with other gas or fuel appliances, it must be
well ventilated.
♦ Do not place the appliance in direct sunlight.