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USER MANUAL DESICCANT DEHUMIDIFIER DESD8LW Thank you for choosing electriQ. Please read this user manual before using this innovative dehumidifier and keep it safe for future reference.
CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FEATURES PRODUCT OVERVIEW POSITIONING THE DEHUMIDIFIER CONTROL PANEL WATER DRAINAGE SETTING UP THE APP CONNECTING TO THE APP CONTROLLING YOUR DEVICE SMART SCENES AND AUTOMATION CONNECTION TROUBLESHOOTING CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SUPPORT...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT • Carefully read the instructions before • Do not clean the unit by spraying it or operating the unit. immersing it in water. • This appliance is only intended for use • Never connect the unit to an electrical in an indoor domestic environment.
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• Always place the unit on a dry and • Due to continuous product development the layout and availability of features stable surface. • The appliance should not be installed in within the app may vary. a laundry or wet room where the ENERGY SAVING AND UNIT SAFETY humidity is higher than 85% RH.
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VISUAL SAFETY GUIDE WHERE OR WHEN NOT TO USE YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER...
Desiccant dehumidifiers are ideal both at standard and low temperatures working in an ambient temperature range of between 1-32°C. The DESD8LW is light and easy to move, as it does not contain a heavy compressor. It also works intelligently as it is designed to extract unwanted humidity while saving money due to its advanced power saving logic.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Handle Control Panel Air Outlet Contnuous Drainage Hole Water Tank Cover Float Water Tank Water Level Window Air Inlet Filter Humidity Sensor Power Cord...
Do not use outdoors. Your electriQ dehumidifier will begin to protect your space from the harmful effects of excessive moisture as soon as it is turned on. Excess moisture is dispersed throughout your home. For this reason, the dehumidifier should be positioned in a central and clear location so that it can draw this moist air towards it.
CONTROL PANEL POWER BUTTON Press to turn the appliance ON and OFF. The POWER indicator illuminates when the unit is turned on, The RUN indicator will illuminate while the unit is dehumidifying and the TANK FULL indicator will illuminate when the unit has stopped due to a full water POWER tank.
WATER DRAINAGE The water tank has a maximum capacity of 2.5L with a 7L per day working capacity. When the water tank is full, the unit will stop operating. When this happens, the TANK FULL light will flash on the control panel, and the unit will bleep.
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SET UP CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE The dehumidifier has a continuous drain hole that can be connected to a plastic pipe with a 14 mm inner diameter (not supplied). Water can be drained into a large receptacle or sink, for example, or through the wall into an outside drain.
SETTING UP THE WIFI APP BEFORE YOU START • Ensure your router provides a standard 2.4GHz connection. • If your router is dual-band ensure that both networks have different network names (SSID). The provider of your router / Internet service provider will be able to provide advice specific to your router. •...
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REGISTER THE APP 1. Press on the register button Read the Privacy policy 3. Enter your email address or at the bottom of the screen. and press the Agree phone number and press Button. continue to register. 4. A verification code will be 5.
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SETTING UP YOUR HOME WITHIN THE APP TUYA is designed so it can work with a large number of compatible smart devices within your home. It can also be set up to work with multiple devices within different houses. As such, during the setup process the app requires that different areas are created and named to allow easy management of all your devices.
CONNECTING USING QUICK CONNECTION Before initiating the connection, make sure the unit is in standby mode, with the WIFI light flashing twice per second. If not, follow the instructions for changing the connection mode. Ensure your phone is connected to the WiFi network. (We advise turning mobile data off during setup) 1.
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CONNECTING USING AP MODE (ALTERNATIVE METHOD) Before initiating the connection, make sure the unit is in standby mode, with the WiFi light flashing once per second. If not, follow the instructions for changing the connection type. Ensure your phone is connected to the WiFi network. (We advise turning mobile data off during setup) 1.
CONTROLLING YOUR DEVICE THROUGH THE APP THE HOME SCREEN Add a device Chose the device to control Access the user profile Smart Scenes / Automation...
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DEVICE SCREEN The device screen is the main control screen for the dehumidifier, providing access to the controls to amend the functions of the dehumidifier Profile: Use to change the name of the dehumidifier Back: Returns to the and amend user settings. Home Screen Target Humidity: the humidity level you are...
SMART SCENES Smart Scenes is a powerful tool providing the option to customise the operation of the dehumidifier based both on conditions within the room and outside influences. This gives the user the option of specifying much more intelligent actions. These are split into two categories Scene and Automation. SCENE Scene allows for a one-touch button to be added to the Home screen.
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AUTOMATION Automation allows an automatic action to be set up for the device. This can be triggered by the Time, indoor temperature, humidity of the room, weather conditions, and a range of other influences. 1. Press on the Smart Scene 2.
DEVICE DETAILS SCREEN The device details screen gives you the option to edit the details for the device, and use some of its additional features. The device details screen can be accessed from the device screen by pressing on the symbol in the top right hand corner.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Always shut off the unit and unplug it from the mains before cleaning or performing any maintenance. When it is not in use for long periods, it is advisable to remove the plug from the power socket. Do not use chemical solvents (such as benzene, alcohol or gasoline) as they may cause irreversible damage to the unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Water tank displaced or full Check water tank placement or empty water tank Unit does not work Room temperature is too high, or air-outlet is Reduce room temperature, clear air outlet covered Filter is dirty Clean the filter Door &...
Using the unit in High mode will add more heat to your room and reduce your heating bill as dry air will heat quicker TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DESD8LW Model No. 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz Rated Voltage 20°C and 60%RH low fan speed: 4L per day (330 Watts)
Please contact the local council for details of your local household waste recycling centre DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, electriQ declares that this Portable air conditioner is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/ EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www.electriQ.co.uk/content/declaration-of-conformity...
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