DeLonghi Pinguino FX160ECO User manual

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Important Safe-guards
•This appliance has been manufactured to cool and de-humidify domestic environments and
should not be used for other purposes.
•It is dangerous to alter or modify the unit's characteristics in any way.
•The appliance must be installed in conformity with the relevant national legislation.
•Should repairs be necessary, contact the nearest authorised Repair Service Centre. Unautho-
rised servicing can be dangerous.
•This appliance is to be used by adults only; keep children away from it.
•The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
•Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
•Always ground the appliance. Have the electrical system checked by a qualified electrician.
•Avoid using extension leads with the unit.
•Before cleaning or maintenance operations, always unplug the unit from the socket.
•Do not pull on or place strain on the power cable when moving the appliance.
•The appliance should not be installed where the atmosphere may contain combustible gases,
oil or sulphur, or near heat sources.
•If the appliance is utilised in areas where there is no ventilation of air, it is necessary to take pre-
cautions to avoid that the refrigerant gases that may leak from the appliance do not remain
in the room, thereby causing a fire hazard.
•Do not rest hot or heavy objects onto the appliance.
•Clean the anti-bacterial filters at least once a week.
•Avoid using heaters near the unit.
•The unit should be transported in a vertical position. If this is not possible secure the unit at an
angle, do not lie horizontally. Before transporting the unit drain the condensation collecting-
tray and tank. Avoid transportation, wait at least 1 hour before switching on the unit.
•The packaging materials can be recycled. You are therefore recommended to place them in
the special containers for differentiated waste collection.
• Keep the unit at least 50 cm away from inflammable substances (alcohol etc) or pressurised
containers (eg. aerosol cans).
•The appliance must be used only as indicated in this manual. These instructions are not inten-
ded to cover as many as possible conditions and situations which may arise. As with all hou-
sehold appliances installation, operation and conservation should be carried out prudently
and following common sense.
•In the case that the power cable becomes damaged, this must be substituted only by spe-
cialised personnel authorised by the manufacturer.
•Do not cover this appliance with bags when is not in use.
•Unventilated area where the appilance using flammable refrigerants is installed shall be so
constructed that any leaked refrigerants will not stagnate so as to cause a fire or an explosion
hazard caussed by igniting stagnant refrigerants from other source such as electric heater,
stove and similar home applications.
This appliance contains substances which, if released into the atmosphere, would damage the
ozone layer. Care should therefore be taken not to perforate the refrigerant circuit. At the end of
its working life, deliver the air conditioning unit to a special collection centre.
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During the summer, optimum comfort is achieved with a temperature of between 24 and 27˚C
(75 and 80 °F) and about 50% relative humidity.
An air conditioner removes moisture and heat from the room where it is located. One advantage
of portable air conditioning units over fitted models is that they can be moved from one room to
another in the home or even transferred between different buildings.
The hot air in your room is passed through a
coil cooled by refrigerant gas, losing
excess heat and moisture before
being discharged again into the
room.
In single unit models (Pinguino),
a small part of this air is used to
cool the refrigerant gas befo-
re, hot and moist air, is being
discharged outside.
In suitcase models (Super-
Pinguino), the circuit is
cooled using the air outsi-
de.
For more details, contact
or visit our Internet site
www.delonghi.com
How does your pinguino work
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DESCRIPTION MODEL FX160ECO
1) Air discharge grill
2) Control Panel
3) Wheels
4) Handles
5) Housing for air exhaust hose
6) Cord winder
7) Air intake grill
8) Rating plate
9) Water collection tank
10)Water drain tube
11)Stopper for drain tube
12)Power cord
Description of the Accessories
13)Stopper and flange
14)Air exhaust hose
15)Air exhaust attachment
16)Suckers
17)Wheel locks
18)Adjustable bracket
19)Discharge tube
Description of the appliance
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When positioning the appliance, always ensure that nothing obstructs the intake and discharge of
air
AIR CONDITIONING WITHOUT PERMANENT
INSTALLATION
Only a few simple steps are necessary to
obtain the comfort offered by Pinguino.
•Fit the air exhaust hose (14) in its housing (5)
at the rear of the appliance as shown in fig.1
•If you have a double window, use the
suckers (16) supplied to keep the panes from
opening wide (figure 3).
•Fit the window discharge attachment (15)
to the end of the hose (14)
•Place the air-conditioning unit at a win-
dow or French window
•Open the window a little and position the
attachment (15) as shown in fig. 2.
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Setting up
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3
•Pinguino is equipped with an adjustable
window bracket. If you have a sash win-
dow, place the bracket on the window sill,
extend the bracket fully within the window
frame and lower the window onto the
bracket. Insert the nozzle of the exhaust
hose into the slot, then connect the hose
to the air conditioner (Fig. 4). Thanks to the
wing nut, it’s possible to use the window
bracket also for sliding windows. Position the
hole of the bracket so to allow a correct
installation of the exhaust hose.
window
bracket
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Setting up
AIR CONDITIONING WITH SEMI-PERMA-
NENT INSTALLATION
If desired, Pinguino can also be installed on a
semi-permanent basis.
•Fit the flange (13) supplied to the hole.
•Fix the hose (14) in the housing at the rear
of the appliance (fig 1)
•Fit the end of the hose to the flange (15)
as shown in fig. 5.
In this case it will be necessary to:
•Drill a hole in a perimeter wall or in a win-
dow pane. Observe the height limits (fig.
6) and the dimensions of the hole given in
fig.5.
106 mm
41,8 inches
MAX115 cm
MAX45,3 inches
MIN 50 cm
MIN 19.7 inches

When the hose (14) is not connected, the
hole can be closed off with the flange stop-
per (12).
N.B.
When operating the appliance with semi-per-
manent installation, it is advisable to leave a
door slightly ajar even only 1cm (0,4”), to
ensure free circulation of air.
In the window-
pane In the wall: we
advise you to
insulate the sec-
tion of the wall
with appropria-
te insulation
material.
In the base
of the
window
frame
5
30 cm
11,8 inche
s
11,8 inches
30 cm
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DEHUMIDIFICATION
Position the appliance in the room without
inserting the air exhaust hose (14); this ensures
that the dehumidified air will be released
directly into the atmosphere.
The air emitted through the front grill will be
cold while the air from the rear will be warm
(fig. 7) thus ensuring that the room is dehumi-
dified without variation in temperature.
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Description of the control panel
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Before plugging in check that:
•the mains supply corresponds to the value shown in the specifications table;
•the socket and the mains lead correspond to the power requirements of the appliance;
•the socket is suited to the plug, otherwise have the socket replaced;
•the socket is properly grounded. The manufactures cannot be held responsible for any dama-
ges due to failure in following normal safety procedures.
Replacement of the power cable must be carried out by qualified personnel.
THE DISPLAY
A. ON/OFF Button
B. Function Button
Air-conditioning, dehumidifying, ventila-
tion
C. Air-conditioning indicator
D. dehumidifying indicator
E. Purification indicator
F. Increase temperature button / increase
operating time button
G. Decrease temperature button / Decrease
operating time button
H. Display
Displays the temperature selected, time
programmed
I. Timer button
L. Timer operation indicator
M/N/O/P. Fan speed indicator
Q. Fan speed button
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Operation
SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE ON
Connect the appliance to the mains supply.
On the display two lines will appear indicating Stand-by mode
Press the ON/OFF button (A) and then the MODE button until the
relevant function indicator appears viz.:
Indicator C : air-conditioning
Indicator D : dehumidifying
Indicator E : purification/ventilation
AIR-CONDITIONING FUNCTION
This function is ideal in hot, humid weather conditions when the
atmosphere requires to be cooled and dehumidified.
To ensure proper function of the appliance, after selecting the
air-conditioning function, press buttons + (F) or – (G) until the desi-
red temperature appears on the display.
The temperatures most suited to the atmosphere in summer vary
between 24 and 27°C (75 and 80°F). We do not advise selection
of temperatures much lower than those outside.
Select fan speed by pressing the “FAN” button (Q) until the fan
speed indicator appears:
MAX (P): if you want the maximum power of the air-conditioner
to reach the desired temperature as quickly as possi-
ble.
MIN (O): if you want to reduce the level of noise and still main-
tain a good level of comfort.
SILENT (N): when minimum noise is required,
AUTO (M):if you prefer the appliance to select the fan speed for
the temperature selected on the display panel.
DEHUMIDIFYING FUNCTION
This function is ideal for reducing humidity in the atmosphere
while avoiding increases or decreases in temperature (in
between seasons, damp places, wet spells of weather).
When you select the dehumidifying function, the letters “ ” will
appear on the display.
The water is collected in the tank at the rear of the appliance.
When the tank is full, the appliance will stop working and the
display will show the letters “ ” (Full Tank); the tank must then
be emptied. When it is re-inserted, the appliance will re-start
automatically. N.B. remove the air exhaust hose (13).
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VENTILATION/PURIFICATION
This is ideal for dusty or polluted areas; in effect, the appliance
recycles and purifies the air using the dust filters and 3M Filtrete™
electrostatic filters fitted. Adjust the fan speed by pressing the
“FAN” (Q) button, as illustrated in the air conditioning function.
Bear in mind that the higher the speed, the greater the volume
of air filtered; by selecting the “Silent” speed, less air is filtered, but
the noise level is low.
“AUTO” function cannot be selected in this mode.
The display will show the fan speed selected.
PROGRAMMING THE TIMER
The timer programs the appliance to switch on and switch off.
This will save electrical energy by optimizing the operating times.
The timer is set using the buttons + (F) or – (G); these increase and
decrease by one hour at a time, but if pressed for more than 2
seconds will automatically change the time more quickly, up to
a maximum of 24 hours.
How to set the delayed start function
•Connect the appliance to the mains supply and press
ON/OFF button: next, select the required operating mode
(temperature, fan speed etc.)
•Press the ON/OFF button again: the appliance will go into
stand-by mode.
•Press the timer button (1): on the display the two central seg-
ments will start to flash.
•Set the number of hours after which the appliance should
switch on, by pressing the + or – buttons.
The indicator (L) on the display will continue to flash until the
appliance starts operating.
The appliance can be programmed for up to 24 hours in advan-
ce.
How to set the delayed stop function
•The appliance can be programmed for delayed stop from
any of the operating modes (air-conditioning/dehumi-
difying/purification/ventilation.
•Press the Programmer button (1): on the display the two cen-
tral segments will start to flash.
•Set the number of hours after which the appliance should
switch off by pressing the + or – buttons.
The indicator (L) on the display will continue to flash until the
appliance switches itself off. It will then go into Stand-by mode.
“Silent”
speed
“Min”
speed
“Max”
speed
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Operation
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Operation
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
The appliance is equipped with a self-diagnosis system which identifies any operating problems.
IF THE DISPLAY SHOWS… ….WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
HHPPHIGH PRESSURE Insert and re-insert the plug. If the problem persists, call the service
centre.
LOW TEMPERATURE If the machine is operating as an air-conditioner or dehumidifier, this
will prevent the formation of ice. The appliance will start up auto-
matically once the defrosting process has ended.
FFFFFAN FAILURE
PPFFPROBE FAILURE
If either of these messages appears, call the service centre.
FULL TANK Empty the tank at the rear of the appliance and reposition correc-
tly.
THIS UNIT EMPLOYS AN EXCLUSIVE CON-
DENSATION RECYCLING SYSTEM TO DISPO-
SE OF EXCESS MOISTURE. IN NORMAL
CONDITIONS, CONDENSATION IS DISPO-
SED OF AUTOMATICALLY. WHEN THE HUMI-
DITY IS PARTICULARLY HIGH, AN EXCESS OF
CONDENSATION MAY BUILT UP IN THE TANK
. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, IN THE DISPLAY
APPEARS , INDICATING THAT THE TANK
SHOULD BE EMPTIED.
WHENEVER CONDITIONS OF HIGH HUMI-
DITY MAKE THE PROBLEM RECURRENT, YOU
MAY DISCHARGE THE EXCESS WATER
DIRECTLY INTO A DRAIN, USING THE RUB-
BER TUBE SUPPLIED; THE TUBE SHOULD BE
INSERTED INTO THE HOLE PROVIDED, AFTER
HAVING REMOVED THE RUBBER STOPPER.
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MAKE SURE THE TANK IS PUT BACK COR-
RECTLY OTHERWISE IN THE DISPLAY WILL
REMAIN .
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Follow these recommendations to achieve
maximum efficiency from your air conditio-
ning unit:
•Close the doors and windows in the room
where the unit is functioning. The only
exception is in the case of installation throu-
gh a hole in the wall. In this case, you are
recommended to allow a small amount of
air to enter through a door or window to
guarantee an adequate exchange of air.
•Protect the room from direct exposure to
the sun’s rays by drawing the curtains
and/or partially lowering the blinds so as
to maximise energy savings.
•Do not rest objects on the air conditioning
unit.
•Do not obstruct the air intake or outlet.
•Make sure there are no heat sources in the
room.
Recommendations
close doors and windows
lower the blinds or draw the curtains
do not cover
•Do not install the heater in humid environ-
ments.
•Do not use the appliance outdoors.
•Keep the appliance a safe distance from
combustible surfaces
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