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Dear Sir/Madam
We thank you for purchasing this Pinguino
appliance and congratulate you on your wise
choice.
Please make the time and effort to read this
manual carefully.
Becoming familiar with the Pinguino is an
essential step if you are to benefit fully from its
exceptional qualities, during both installation
and actual use.
We hope that the Pinguino will become a
welcome friend this summer, a source of comfort
and refreshment.
Best wishes
De Longhi S.p.A.

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  • Page 1 Dear Sir/Madam We thank you for purchasing this Pinguino appliance and congratulate you on your wise choice. Please make the time and effort to read this manual carefully. Becoming familiar with the Pinguino is an essential step if you are to benefit fully from its exceptional qualities, during both installation and actual use.
  • Page 2: Ideal Operating Heating Conditions

    Pinguino is a very versatile air conditioner because it can operate both through water condensation as well as air condensation. The User may choose the operational method: 1) WATER FUNCTION - When excellent efficiency, lower energy consumption, and greater speed in reaching the ideal climatic conditions are desired.
  • Page 3 Tab. 4 Air outlet grid Control panel Programmer (timer) Timer ON/OFF (model 250H only) Water container Castors Castor stops Water collecting tray Water container compartment door Air filter Air intake grid Warranty envelope Exhaust hose compartment Power cable compartment Handle Water collecting tray drainage tube...
  • Page 4 PARTS DESCRIPTION SUPPLIED Exhaust hose Stopper + flange Castor stop De-scaling fluid Window nozzle Suction cup set...
  • Page 5 TIONING FUNCTION Our air-conditioner is portable and versatile: it can be used as a permanent installation or wise easily moved from one room to another. The appliance must be fitted at least 30 cm. from the surrounding walls. When installed permanently, all air discharged from the rear hose is extracted from the room in which the appliance is installed.
  • Page 6: Electrical Connections

    within the range indicated by the dotted line in the figure below. When the unit is not in use, the outlet hole should be sealed with the stopper supplied. Temporary installation: The outlet holes can be connected in a number of ways: fixed hook In any event, for maximum cooling efficiency the window should be closed as much as possible.
  • Page 7: Preparing Unit For Use

    PREPARING THE UNIT FOR USE 1) Fit the exhaust tube in place; if your conditioner is supplied with a bayonet tube, it is fitted as illustrated in the diagram. 2) For permanent installation, place the appli- ance near the wall or window outlet. Make sure it is standing on a level surface and fit the special shock absorbers/castor stops under- neath the castors.
  • Page 8: Final Check

    If the air cooling function of air-conditioner is chosen, it is not necessary to fill the water container. FINAL CHECK In order to obtain maximum performance from your air-conditioner, make sure that: — doors and windows in the room to be air-conditioned are closed (except for temporary installation, in which case a window must be left partially open).
  • Page 9 ON/OFF pilot light ON/OFF button Heating pilot light air-conditionig/ Selecting fan heating button Timer ON/OFF pilot light speed button Thermostat Timer notches PROGRAMMED MODE SETTING THE TIMER The programmer/timer, like all clocks, must be set to the 1) Position the timer switch in the TIMER ON position (the exact time.
  • Page 10 (see control panel on the opposite page) Insert the plug into the electrical outlet and press the A button The warning light will turn on Select the "programmed" or "non programmed" mode (see previous page) Select the button corresponding to the desired function: AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING HEATING AIR-CONDITIONING...
  • Page 11: Programmed Mode

    ON/OFF pilot light ON/OFF button working pilot light Timer ON/OFF Selecting fan Timer ON/OFF pilot light button speed button Thermostat Timer notches PROGRAMMED MODE SETTING THE TIMER 1) Release B TIMER button The programmer/timer, like all clocks, must be set to the 2) Set the operating times by pushing out the notches on exact time.
  • Page 12 (see control panel on the opposite page) Plug the appliance into the mains. Select the "programmed" or "non programmed" mode (see previous page) Select the fan speed required pressing "Fan speed" key C. AIR-CONDITIONING Turn the thermostat to Max. Cold. Press key A (ON/OFF).
  • Page 13: Important Warnings

    IMPORTANT WARNINGS • This appliance has been manufactured for use in home air conditioning and should not be used for other purposes. • It is dangerous to modify or otherwise alter in any way the characteristics of this appliance. • The appliance must be installed according to the national technical systems regulations.
  • Page 14: Air Filter Cleaning

    PRECAUTIONS: during cleaning and normal maintenance operations, remember to disconnect the plug. Under no circumstances should the appliance be washed with running water. Damage could be caused to the electrical circuit. AIR-FILTER CLEANING — A clogged air filter reduces air circulation and the efficiency of the appliance. Clean the filter once a week.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY The air-conditioner • power failure • wait does not work • plug is disconnected • connect plug • the notches on TIMER dial have not been set • push teeth outwards • The ON /OFF button (A) is in the OFF position •...
  • Page 16 Periodic Servicing (IMPORTANT) This appliance should be de-scaled whenever the calcium deposit becomes excessive (on average after 400 operating hours) or in any event at least once every season. INSTRUCTIONS FOR DE-SCALING You will need: 1/4 liter de-scaling fluid (supplied with appliance) 1 liter clean water = 80% dilution a) Remove the container from the unit and drain away any water left in the collecting...

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