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B r i e f n o t e s o n h u m i d i t y
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ir always contains a certain amount of water in the air in the form of water vapour.
This amount of moisture is commonly known as the humidity.
The capacity of the air to hold water vapour increases with the temperature. This is why in our
homes, as soon as the temperature decreases, the vapour contained in the air condenses, as
is evident on the colder surfaces in the room, such as the windows, walls etc.
The purpose of a dehumidifier is to remove the excess moisture from the air, to control
condensation within the home.
Experts have established that the optimum environmental conditions for our well being and
preserve objects are obtained between 40% and 60% relative humidity. Below these levels the
air can feel too dry and may cause skin complaints and even static electric shocks.
If temperatures in the home are lower than 10°C for prolonged periods low level heating will
be necessary to allow the condensate to evaporate into the air before dehumidification can
take place. The air will however be slightly warmed by the dehumidifier as the dry air leaving
the dehumidifier is about 1°C higher than normal room temperature.
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- Page 1 B r i e f n o t e s o n h u m i d i t y ir always contains a certain amount of water in the air in the form of water vapour. This amount of moisture is commonly known as the humidity. The capacity of the air to hold water vapour increases with the temperature.
- Page 2 De s c r i p t i o n / A c c e s s o r i e s Air outlet Air intake Control panel cover Air intake grille Control panel Air filter Canister door Lifting handle Condensate collection tank Description No.
- Page 3 I m p o r t a n t mportant • Use this appliance only as described in this instruction manual. 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 and installing this air conditioner. •...
- Page 4 I n s t a l l a t i o n lace 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.
- Page 5 De s c r i p t i o n o f c o n t r o l s Power indicator light indicates that the appliance is connected to the mains Dehumidifying Air circulation indicator light indicator light Dehumidifying standby light lights up for the first three minutes in dehumidifying mode and with low OFF position:...
- Page 6 S e l e c t i n g o p e ra t i n g m o d e s ow to dehumidify 1) Plug the appliance into a mains socket. The ON light comes on indicating that the appliance is plugged into the mains.
- Page 7 C l e a n i n g / W a r n i n g s aintenance 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. leaning the cabinet •...
- Page 8 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 Cause Remedy The appliance does not •the appliance is not •plug into the mains work in dehumidifying plugged in mode (indicator light off)
- Page 9 Te c h n i c a l C h a ra c t e r i s t i c s DE120 DE210 DE215 DE220 DE230 Power supply voltage See rating label Absorbed power dehumidifying only “ Maximum absorbed power “...