DeLonghi Pinguino PAC L10 User manual

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Warnings
•This appliance is designed for home air conditioning and must not be used for other purposes.
•It is dangerous to modify or alter the characteristics of the appliance in any way.
•The appliance must be installed in conformity with legislation in force in the country concerned.
•If the appliance requires repair, contact a Service Centre authorised by the manufacturer only.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
•This air conditioning unit must be used by adults only. Never allow children to play with the applian-
ce.
•This appliance is designed for home air conditioning and must not be used for other purposes.
•Do not allow children to play with the appliance.
•The appliance must be connected to an efficient earth system.
•Have your electrical circuit checked by a qualified electrician.
•Do not use extension cables.
•Before cleaning or maintenance operations, always unplug the appliance from the mains socket.
•Do not move the appliance by pulling the power cable.
•Do not install the appliance in rooms containing gas, oil or sulphur. Do not install near sources of heat.
•Do not rest heavy or hot objects on top of the appliance.
•Clean the anti-microbial filters at least once a week.
•Avoid using heating appliances near the air conditioning unit.
•Always transport the appliance upright or resting on one side.
•Use the appliance as described in this instruction manual only.
•As with any electrical appliance, while the instructions aim to cover as many eventualities as possible,
caution and common sense should be used when operating and installing this air conditioning unit.
•At the end of its working life, take the appliance to a special collection centre.
•The materials used for packaging can be recycled. You are therefore recommended to dispose of
them in special differentiated waste collection containers.
•When putting the appliance away, do not cover with plastic bags.
•The refrigerant gas R407c conforms to EC regulations on the environment.
•Avoid perforating the refrigerant circuit of the appliance.
•Keep the appliance at least 50 cm away from flammable substances (alcohol etc) or pressurised
containers (e.g. aerosol cans).
DESCRIPTION
1air outlet grille
2control panel
3 castors
4 handles
5 evaporator air intake grille
6air exhaust hose housing
7condenser air intake grille
8 drain hose cover
9 power cable
10 flange cap
11 air exhaust hose
12 window outlet
13 suckers
14 castor locks
15 remote control unit (model L30/L40only)

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During the summer, you feel comfortable at a temperature of between 24 and 27° C with a
relative humidity of about 50%.
An air conditioning unit removes excess moisture and heat from the room where it is located.
Compared with installed models, portable air conditioning units have the advantage that they
can be moved from one room to another in the home or be transported from one building to
another.
Hot air from the room is passed through a coil
cooled by refrigerant gas. Excess heat
and moisture are removed before the
air is re-emitted into the room.
In single unit models (Pinguino), a
small part of this air is used to
cool the refrigerant gas and
then, when hot and damp, is
discharged outside.
In models with case (Super-
Pinguino), the circuit is
cooled using air from outsi-
de.
All Pinguino and SuperPin-
guino models can also be
used in fan-only mode.
What are the Pinguino and SuperPinguino?

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The instructions below will enable you to prepare your air conditioning unit for operation as effi-
ciently as possible.
Before use, make sure the air intake and outlet grilles are unobstructed.
AIR-CONDITIONING WITHOUT INSTALLATION
Just a few simple steps and your comfort is
ensured with Pinguino:
•Fit the air exhaust hose in the housing
at the back of the appliance. Insert it as
shown in figure A.
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•If you have a double window, use the
suckers provided to hold the two parts
of the window together (fig. C).
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•Fit the window outlet to the end of the
hose .
•Place the air conditioning unit near a win-
dow or French window.
•Make sure the air exhaust hose is unob-
structed.
•Open the window or French window sligh-
tly and position the outlet as shown in
figure B.
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A
Preparing for use
B
C
Keep air hoses as short and free of cur-
ves as possible to avoid constrictions.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Before plugging the appliance into the mains socket, check that:
•the mains power supply corresponds to the value indicated on the rating plate on the back of the appliance;
•the mains socket and electrical circuit are adequate for the appliance;
•the mains socket matches the plug. If this is not the case, have the plug replaced;
•the mains socket is adequately earthed. Failure to follow these important safety instructions absolves the
manufacturer of all liability.
The power cable must be replaced by a qualified professional only.

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Preparing for use
AIR-CONDITIONING WITH INSTALLATION
If required, the Pinguino can also be installed
semi-permanently (Fig. D).
•Fit the flange accessory provided in
the hole
•Fit the hose in the housing at the back
of the appliance (fig. Apage 21).
•Fit the end of the hose to the flange
as shown in fig. F.
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Proceed as follows:
•Drill a hole in an outside wall or through a
window pane.
Respect the height and dimensions of the
hole given in figure E.
30 cm
30 cm
106
MAX100 cm
MIN 35
c
When the hose is not fitted, the hole can
be closed with the flange cap .
NOTE.
When installing the air conditioning unit semi-
permanently, you should leave a door slightly
open (as little as 1 cm) to guarantee correct
ventilation.
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in the window
pane
in the wall: you are
recommended to
insulate the sec-
tion of wall using
suitable insulation.
in the woo-
den kick-
board of a
French win-
dow
E
F
Keep the air hoses as short and free of
curves as possible to avoid constrictions.
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Control panel L10/L15/L20H
DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROL PANEL
AON/OFF button
BMode selection button
Conditioning, fan, heating (L20H only).
CAir conditioning mode indicator light
DFan mode indicator light
E Heating mode indicator light (L20H only)
FIncrease temperature/ programmed operating time button
GTimer in operation indicator light
H Display Displays the temperature values set and the programmed operating time
IReduce temperature/humidity/programmed operating time button
L/M/N/O Fan speed and AUTO mode indicator lights
PFan speed selection button
QTimer button
B A
C
D
E
GH
MI
NO
F
QP
THE CONTROL PANEL
MODELS L10/ L15/L20H
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L10/ L15/ L20H operation
TURNING THE APPLIANCE ON
Plug the appliance into the mains.
Two lines appear on the display indicating that the appliance is
in standby.
Press the ON/OFF button (A) (when turned on, the air conditioning unit
starts operating in the same mode as when it was turned off).
Press the MODE (B) button until the indicator light corresponding
to the required mode lights up:
Indicator light (C): air-conditioning mode
Indicator light (D): fan mode
Indicator light (E) : heating mode (model L20H only)
AIR-CONDITIONING MODE
Ideal for hot humid weather when you need to cool and dehu-
midify the room.
To set the operation of the appliance correctly, press the +(F) or
- (I) buttons until the desired temperature is displayed.
Then select the fan speed by pressing the FAN button (P) until the
indicator light corresponding to the required fan speed lights up
MAX: the air conditioning unit operates at maximum to reach
the required temperature as rapidly as possible
MIN: reduces noise levels but still maintains a good level of
comfort
QUIET: for silent operation
AUTO: the appliance automatically selects the most suitable
fan speed in relation to the temperature set on the digi-
tal display.
The most suitable temperature for the room during the summer
varies from 24 to 27°C.
You are recommended, however, not to set a temperature much
below the outside temperature.
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L10/ L15/ L20H operation
FAN MODE
Adjust fan speed by pressing the FAN button (P) as described for the air-conditioning mode.
Remember that the higher the speed, the more air is filtered. If you select "Quiet" speed, less air is
filtered but the appliance is also less noisy.
In this mode, AUTO cannot be selected.
The fan speed selected will be displayed.
HEATING MODE (MODEL L20H ONLY)
To set operation of the appliance correctly, press the “+” (F) or “-” (I) buttons until the desired tem-
perature is displayed.
In heating mode, the fan speed is selected automatically by the appliance.
The “AUTO” light (O) on the control panel comes on.
SETTING THE TIMER
The timer can be used to delay appliance start up or shut down. This avoids wasting electricity by
optimising operating periods
How to programme delayed start up
•Plug the appliance into a mains socket and press the ON/OFF (A) button, then select the requi-
red operating mode and other settings (temperature, fan speed, etc).
•Press the ON/OFF (A) button again to place the appliance in standby mode.
•Press the timer button (Q). The two centre segments flash on the display.
•Use the “+” (F) o “-” (I) buttons to set the number of hours delay before the appliance comes
on. The setting is increased or decreased by an hour at a time; however, when the buttons are
held down for more than two seconds, the time runs rapidly up to a maximum of 24 hours. Wait
a few seconds for the data to be acquired.
The indicator light (G) flashes until the appliance starts up.
You can set the appliance to come on with a delay of up to 24 hours.
To cancel the timer setting, press the timer button (Q), and use the “-” button (I) to set the time to
zero. The indicator light (G) will stop flashing.
How to programme delayed shut down
•Delayed shut down can be programmed in any operating mode (air conditioning / fan / hea-
ting) (model L20H only).
•Press the timer button (Q). The two centre segments flash on the display.
•Use the “+” (F) o “-” (I) button to set the number of hours delay before the appliance goes off.
The setting is increased or decreased by an hour at a time; however, when the buttons are
held down for more than two seconds, the time runs rapidly up to a maximum of 24 hours. Wait
a few seconds for the data to be acquired.
The indicator light (G) flashes until the appliance shuts down.
To cancel the timer setting, press the timer button (Q), and use the “-” button (I) to set the time to
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L10/L15/L20H self diagnosis
SELF DIAGNOSIS
The appliance has a self diagnosis system to identify a number of malfunctions.
LOW TEMPERATURE
(frost prevention)
ppffPROBE FAILURE
(The probe is damaged)
FULL TANK
(The tank is full)
When the appliance is operating in air conditioning mode, this device pre-
vents the formation of ice.
The appliance starts up again automatically when the defrosting process is
completed.
If this alarm appears, contact the service centre.
Empty the internal safety tank, through the drain hoses.
(see page 31 “end of season operations”.
…WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

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UTS
RZ
DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROL PANEL
RAir-conditioning/fan mode indicator light
STimer indicator light
TRemote control receiver
UFull tank alarm indicator light
VPower indicator light
Z Mode selection button
V
THE CONTROL PANEL
MODELS L30/L40
Control panel L30/L40
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17
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CORRECT USE
•Point the remote control at the receiver (T)
on the air-conditioner.
•Maximum distance: around 7 metres
(without any obstacles between the
remote control and the receiver).
•The remote control should be handled
with extreme care and respect: do not
drop it, expose it to direct sunlight, or
leave it near sources of heat.
DESCRIPTION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL
16) “FAN” button
17) “ON/OFF” button
18) “MODE” button
19) “TIMER” button
20) Display
THE REMOTE CONTROL
•Remove the cover on the rear of the
remote control;
•Replace the old batteries with two new
1.5V R03 “AAA” batteries, inserting them
correctly (see the instructions inside the
battery compartment);
•Put the cover back on.
When both replacing and disposing of the
remote control, the batteries must be remo-
ved and disposed of according to the laws in
force, as they are harmful to the environ-
ment.

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L30/L40 operation
TURNING THE APPLIANCE ON
Plug the appliance into the mains.
Press the ON/OFF button (17) (when turned on, the air conditioning unit starts operating in the
same mode as when it was turned off).
Press the MODE (18) button to select the required mode
AIR-CONDITIONING (COOL)
FAN ONLY (FAN)
An arrow on the display indicates the selected mode.
AIR-CONDITIONING MODE (COOL)
Ideal for hot humid weather when you need to cool and dehumidify the room.
In air-conditioning mode, use the buttons to select the desired temperature.
The display shows the set temperature.
To change the fan speed, use the FAN button (16) on the remote control, choosing from the avai-
lable speeds:
LOW: for silent operation
MED: reduces noise levels but still maintains a good level of comfort
HIGH: the air conditioning unit operates at maximum to reach the required temperature as
rapidly as possible
AUTO: the appliance automatically selects the most suitable fan speed in relation to the tem-
perature set on the digital display.
The most suitable temperature for the room during the summer varies from 24 to 27°C.
You are recommended, however, not to set a temperature much below the outside temperature.
FAN MODE ONLY
In fan mode, the fan speed can be set by pressing the FAN button (16).
The fan speed changes between the speeds available (LOW/MED/HIGH).
An arrow on the display indicates the set speed.
Remember that the higher the speed, the more air is filtered. If you select "LOW" speed, less air is
filtered but the appliance is also less noisy.
In this mode, AUTO cannot be selected.
SETTING THE TIMER
The timer can be used to delay appliance start up or shut down. This avoids wasting electricity by
optimising operating periods.
Programming delayed shutdown
•With the air-conditioning unit on, press the TIMER button. The time is displayed and the “h” sym-
bol flashes, with a flashing arrow indicating “TIMER OFF”.
•Set the time when you want the appliance to go off using the buttons (from 30 minutes to
24 hours). During the first ten hours, you can select half hour intervals.
For times greater than ten hours, one hour intervals can be selected.
•Press the TIMER button again to confirm the selection.
(A beep sounds and the timer light (S) on the control panel comes on to confirm the setting of
the timer). A countdown of the time left is displayed.
At the end of the set time the appliance switches off automatically.
•To cancel the set time, press the TIMER button again: a beep will sound and the light (S) on the
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Programming delayed start-up
•With the air-conditioning unit off, press the TIMER button: the display shows a flashing arrow indi-
cating “TIMER ON”.
Now make all the desired settings for when the appliance will switch on (operating mode, fan
speed and temperature).
Confirm the settings by pressing the TIMER button.
The time is displayed and the “h” symbol flashes.
Set the time when you want the appliance to switch off using the buttons (from 30 minutes
to 24 hours).
During the first ten hours, you can select half hour intervals.
For times greater than ten hours, one hour intervals can be selected.
•Press the TIMER button again to confirm the start-up time.
A beep sounds and the timer light (S) on the control panel comes on to confirm the setting of
the timer.
A countdown of the time left is displayed.
•At the end of the set time the appliance switches on automatically, with the settings made
previously.
•To cancel the set time, press the TIMER button again: a beep will sound and the light (S) on the
control panel will go off.
L30/L40 operation
SELF DIAGNOSIS
The appliance has a self diagnosis system to identify a number of malfunctions. If these faults
occur, the air-conditioner will shut down.
FLASHES TWICE
(The tank is full)
FLASHES ONCE
(The probe is damaged)
Empty the internal safety tank, through the drain hoses.
(see page 31 “end of season operations”
If this alarm appears, contact the service centre.
IF THE LIGHT (U) ... …WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

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To get the best from your air conditioning unit,
follow these recommendations:
•close the windows and doors in the room to
be air conditioned.
The only exception is when the appliance is
installed through a hole in the wall.
In this case, you are recommended to
leave a slight draught through a door or
window to guarantee correct ventilation.
•Protect the room from direct exposure to
the sun by partially closing curtains and/or
blinds to make the appliance much more
economical to run;
•Never rest objects of any kind on the air
conditioning unit;
•Never obstruct the air intake or outlet
grilles;;
•Make sure there are no heat sources in the
room.
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•Never use the appliance in very damp
rooms (laundries for example).
•Never use the appliance outdoors.
Tips
close doors and windows
close blinds or curtains
do not cover the
appliance
•Make sure the air conditioning unit is on a
level floor. If necessary, place the two
castor locks under the front wheels
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Before cleaning or maintenance, turn the
appliance off by pressing the ON/OFF button
(A) (in models L10,L15 and L20H) or button
(17) on the remote control (in models L30 and
L40) and always unplug the appliance from
the mains socket.
CLEANING THE CABINET
You should clean the appliance with a slightly
damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth.
For safety reasons, never wash the air condi-
tioning unit with water.
Precautions
Never use petrol, alcohol or solvents to clean
the appliance.
Never spray insecticide liquids or similar.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTERS
To keep your air conditioning unit working effi-
ciently, you should:
Clean the dust filter every week of operation.
The filter is housed in the intake grille.
To clean the filters, proceed as follows
1. Remove the intake grille by rotating
outwards (Fig. G).
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust
collected on the filter.
If it is very dirty, immerse in warm water and
rinse a number of times.
The water should never be hotter than 40°C.
After washing, leave the filter to dry.
To replace, put the filters back in the intake
grille then attach the intake grille to the
appliance.
START OF SEASON CHECKS
Make sure the power cable and plug are
undamaged and the earth system is efficient.
Follow the installation instructions precisely.
END OF SEASON OPERATIONS
To empty the internal circuit completely of
water, open the cover (8) on the rear of the
appliance.
Pull out the 2 drain hoses, take off the caps
and let all the residual water flow out (fig.I).
When all the water has been drained, place
the caps back on the hoses and put the
hoses back inside.
Clean the filters and dry thoroughly before
putting them back.
2. Remove the dust filter by detaching it from the
grille (Fig. H).
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Cleaning
intake
grille
H
dust filter
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY
The air conditioning
unit does not start
•no electricity
•it is not plugged into the mains
•the safety device has tripped
•wait
•plug into the mains
•contact your service centre
The air conditioning
unit works for a
short time only
•the air exhaust hose has a constriction
•the air exhaust hose is blocked
•there are bends in the air exhaust hose
•position the exhaust hose cor-
rectly
•check there are no obstacles
obstructing air discharge
•eliminate the bends
The air conditioning
unit works, but does
not cool the room
•window open
•there are heat sources in the room (burner,
lamp, etc)
•the exhaust hose is detached
•air filters clogged
•the air conditioning unit is not powerful enou-
gh for the conditions or size of the room
•close the window
•eliminate the heat source
•connect the exhaust hose
•clean or replace the filters
•clean or replace the filter
Particular odour in
the room
•air filter clogged
The air conditioning
unit does not ope-
rate for about three
minutes after turning
it on.
•the safety device has tripped • wait for three minutes
//PPFF//appears
on the display
(models L10/ L15
and L20H only)
The U-tank alarm
light flashes on the
control panel
(models L30 and L40
only)
•See "self-diagnosis" section

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Guarantee/technical specification
GUARANTEE AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
The conditions of the guarantee and techni-
cal assistance are given on the certificate
supplied with your appliance.
LIMIT CONDITIONS
Temperature of the
air-conditioned room 21 - 35°C
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Power supply
voltage see rating plate
Max. power input
during air conditioning “
Max. power input during
heating (mod. L20H) “
Refrigerant “
Cooling capacity “
Appliance dimensions:
•width 505 mm
•height 825 mm
•depth 440 mm
•weight 34 kg
Transport, filling, cleaning, recovery and disposal of refrigerant should be performed by a tech-
nical service centre appointed by the manufacturer only.
The appliance should be disposed of by a specialist centre appointed by the manufacturer only.
Temperature of the air-conditioned room
(Mod. L20H) max. 25°C