Dimplex GDDEKD9 User manual

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9 LITRE DESICCANT
DEHUMIDIFIER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GDDEKD9
Read and retain these instructions for future reference

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CONTENTS
Specifications 2
Where to position 3
Before use 3
Parts 6
Programming Feature 7
Operation 10
Drainage 11
Maintenance 12
Trouble shooting 14
SPECIFICATIONS
Model no. GDDEKD9
Power supply 220~240V, 50Hz
Humidity Removal capacity 9 L/day
Power consumption
TURBO (high) – 730W
SLEEP (low) – 385W
Electric heating element (max) – 650W
Air volume (max.) 200 m3/h
Fan (Ventilation) Speed 3
Water tank volume 5L
Working temperature range 1 ~ 32ºC
Timer 1 ~ 24 hours
Continuous Drainage Yes
Safety Device Tip-over switch
Size (WxDxH) 340 x 232 x 511 mm
N.W. 7.5 Kg
• Above is measured under RT 30ºC, RH 80%.
• Current & Fuse: F2L250V or T2L250V
Disposal
This product should be taken to our local recycling centre for safety treatment.
Waste electrical and electronic products must not be disposed of with
household waste.

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WHERE TO POSITION
The dehumidifier should be positioned so that it can draw moisture from all areas of
your home.
When positioning the dehumidifier, ensure that it is placed on a level surface and
that there is a minimum of 20 cm (8”) of space on either side of the unit to allow for
efficient airflow.
Heater advice for DRY CLOTHES function, the distance between the air vent & the
clothes must be kept at least 40cm apart to avoid having water drip into machine and
cause damage.
Suitable to use in basement, kitchen, living room etc.
BEFORE USE
CAUTION!
• Operate this unit on a firm, flat surface to avoid water leakage. Ensure that it is kept
upright at all times (including transport and storage).
• Do not place on soft surfaces.
• Ensure that there is at least 300mm between the sides of the appliance and any
flammable materials.
• Ensure that there is at least 900mm from the top of the appliance and any flammable
materials.
• The unit contains a chemical substance. The unit will emit a chemical smell during the
1st hour of operation without any dangerous consequences.
• The unit features an anti-tip safety device that will switch the unit off if it is tipped
during operation.
• Only connect the unit to a properly installed and easily accessible socket so that you
can quickly pull the plug in an emergency.
• Do not obstruct the air intakes and exhausts.
• For indoor use only.
• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight.
• Do not use in cabinet, closet, boats, caravans or similar locations.
• Do not use the unit in bathrooms, swimming pools, washrooms or similar wet areas.
• Do not use the unit close to a bathtub, shower, sink etc.
• Do not use the appliance in locations where paint, petrol or other flammable liquids
are used or stored.
• Do not allow the appliance to tip over when there is water in the tank.

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• Avoid getting the unit wet. Do not let any liquid enter the unit.
• Do not place a container with liquid on top of the unit.
• The condensed water is not for drinking; either for humans or animals.
• Do not use bug sprays or flammable cleansers on the unit.
• Do not lay the cord under carpets/rugs so that you can regularly check its condition.
• Do not touch the plug of the unit with wet hands.
• Never use the cord of the unit as a carrying strap.
• Before moving the unit, first switch off, then unplug and empty the water tank. It takes
around 2 minutes for the unit to stop.This allows the heater to cool down.
• Always unplug the unit from the mains power source and wait for at least one hour
before carrying out any maintenance, transport or cleaning of the unit.
• Always switch the unit off and pull the plug out of the socket:
– If you are not using the unit.
– Before you clean the unit.
– Before you assemble the accessories.
– If a fault occurs.
– In the event of a storm.
• Avoid over-twisting, coiling or pulling the power cord. Never use nylon or iron wire to tie
the power cord.
• Do not use extension cords.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an electrician or similarly qualified
person, to avoid a hazard.
• The power supply must conform to the specification shown on the rating plate at the
back of the unit.
• The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.
• Never reach to retrieve the unit if it has fallen in water. In such case, immediately pull
the plug. Have the unit checked before using it again.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children should not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be done by children
without supervision.
• Appliances intended for indoor use (excluding laundry room).
• While using DRY CLOTHES mode, please keep the unit AT LEAST 40CM away from
the objects (ex. the clothes) and ensure no water drips into the air vent of the unit.

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• We suggest sending the unit for professional maintenance periodically.
• Only a licensed professional is allowed to dismantle or modify the appliance.
• The machine is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is
deemed to be a case of misuse. The user/operator, not the manufacturer will be
liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.
DO NOT USE YOUR DESICCANT UNDER THE FOLLOWING
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ANYDAMAGEORINJURIESOFANYKINDCAUSEDASARESULTOF
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DO NOT USE YOUR DESICCANT UNDER THE FOLLOWING
If the power cable
wires are frayed or cut
Near waterExposed to the
weather ourdoors
Where small children
may be left
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PARTS
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Parts
Air Deflector
Rear Plate
Power Cord
Control Panel
Filter Frame Active Carbon
Filter
Humidity
Indicator
Front Plate
Air Inlet/
Air Filter
Water Tank

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1. FAN SPEED Indicator
(Sleep, NORM, TURBO)
2. Humidity/Timer Display Window
3. TIMER Indicator
4. AUTO button
5. AIR CLEAN Indicator
6. FAN SPEED Button
7. DRY CLOTHES Indicator
8. DRY CLOTHES (TURBO) Button
9. Humidity Button
10. ON indicator (heat element
operation indicator)
11. Power (ON/OFF) Button
12. “Full Tank” indicator
13. TIMER button
14. AIR CLEAN Button
• POWER BUTTON: Press this button to start or turn off the machine.
• FAN SPEED BUTTON: There are 3 selections under this button:
• SLEEP (MUTE):the unit will run in low ventilation/low heat, thus, the unit is quieter.
And, if the ambient humidity is less than set humidity, it will run with fan (ventilation)
only, no heat. Note! In sleep mode, the humidity indicator in the front plate will
not light up.
PROGRAMMING FEATURE
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Programming Feature
1. FANSPEEDIndicator(Sleep,
NORM,TURBO) 
2. Humidity/TimerDisplayWindow 
3. TIMERIndicator
4. AUTObutton 
5. AIRCLEANIndicator 
6. FANSPEEDButton 
7. DRYERIndicator  
8. DRY(TURBO)Button  
9. HumidityButton
10. ONindicator(heatelement
operationindicator) 
11. Power(ON/OFF)Button
12. “FullWater”indicator
13. TIMERbutton
14. AIRCLEANButton
FANSPEEDBUTTONThereare3selectionsunderthisbutton:
u SLEEP(MUTE):theunitwillruninlowventilation/lowheat,thus,theunitis
quieter.  And,iftheambienthumidityis<sethumidity,itwillrunwithfan
(ventilation)only,noheat.Note! In sleep mode, the humidity indicator in
the front plate will not light up.

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• NORMAL: the unit will run in Medium ventilation/HIGH Heat. And, if the ambient humidity
is less than the set humidity, the unit will run in Medium fan speed only, no Heat.
• TURBO: the unit will run in HIGH ventilation/HIGH Heat. And, when the ambient
humidity is less than the set humidity, the unit will run in HIGH fan speed only, no Heat.
• AUTO BUTTON: By pressing this button, the unit will work automatically as below:
– Ambient humidity ≥ 70% …. unit works in HIGH speed dehumidify.
– 70% > ambient humidity ≥ 55% …. unit works in LOW speed dehumidify
– Ambient humidity < 55%, …. unit stops for 30mins -> fan resumes to work, to
detect the ambient humidity. If higher than 55%, the unit resumes to work.
• OPERATION MODES: As an additional safety procedure, the dehumidifier rests for
at least 30 minutes every 8 hours of operation. Every 30 minutes of rest, the fan mode
turns on to check the ambient humidity and if needed (depending on the set mode),
the dehumidifier will resume operation.
• DRY CLOTHES (LAUNDRY) BUTTON: This mode is designed to really dry out a
room to allow clothes to dry faster. The dehumidifier will work continuously at a target
humidity level of 40% humidity / high fan/high heat. The DRY CLOTHES indicator will
light up. The dehumidify will also rest every 8 hours of operation.
– Under this mode, the fan speed is always fixed at HIGH speed and is not adjustable.
• HUMIDITY BUTTON: Set the humidity level you need: CNT (continuous dehumidify),
40%, 50%, 60% or 70%. The set HUMIDIFY level will show on the LED display.
If the HUMIDITY button is not set, the unit will work in the default setting: 50%
humidity / low fan / low heat.
• CONTINUOUS DEHUMIDIFY MODE: The dehumidifier rests for 30 minutes
between every 8 hours of dehumidification (at the set humidity level).
–Continuous dehumidify mode + Ambient humidity less than 35%
The heater works for 15 minutes, then rests for a few minutes and repeats this cycle,
unless the humidity level rises.
• Usage when ambient temperature is higher than 36ºC
The heater stops, but the fan keeps running to check humidity, then follows the
general logic of stopping for 30 minutes if the desired humidity is reached.
• Working with humidity setting: 40%, 50%, 60% or 70%
The dehumidifier rests for 30 minutes between every 8 hours of dehumidification (at
the set humidity level).

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TIMER BUTTON
1. IN OPERATION TIMER: while the dehumidifier is operating, press TIMER button to set
the number of hours you want the dehumidifier to continue operation. While pressing the
button, the LED display will show the number of hours you set (between 0 and 24 in a
cycle). The TIMER Indicator will light up at the same time.
When the set time has been reached, the machine will turn off automatically.
2. DELAYED START TIMER: while the dehumidifier is turned off/in standby mode, press the
TIMER button to select the number of hours you want the dehumidify to countdown until
it turns on. For example, if you select the timer to ‘2’, the unit will turn on automatically
after 2 hours and enter into the last used mode.
• AIR CLEAN BUTTON: By pressing this button, the unit will work in FAN (ventilation)
only, no heat. AIR CLEAN indicator light will turn on at the same time. The fan speed is
adjustable in this mode.
• DISPLAY WINDOW
This can display the:
– room temperature (0~50ºC).
– room humidity (35~95% humidity).
– set humidity, while pressing the HUMIDITY button.
– set time while pressing the TIMER. After 8 seconds, the display returns to room humidity.
• ON INDICATOR (heat operation indicator)
– lights up in GREEN as the heat element is working.
– lights up in RED and blinks if the unit is tipped over.
• WATER FULL INDICATOR: The light turns red and blinks when the water tank is full or if
the tank is not in the correct position.
• HUMIDITY INDICATOR IN THE FRONT: This unit has a special HUMIDITY INDICATOR
in the front, enabling the user to tell the ambient humidity level immediately. It will light up
in 3 different colors:
BLUE LIGHT – ROOM HUMIDITY > 70%
GREEN LIGHT – ROOM HUMIDITY 50~70%
RED LIGHT – ROOM HUMIDITY < 50%
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AIRCLEANBUTTON   Bypressingthisbutton,theunitwillworkinFAN(ventilation)only,no
heat.AIRCLEANindicatorlightwillturnonatthesametime.  Thefanspeedisadjustablein
thismode.
DISPLAYWINDOW
 Displaystheroomtemperature(0~50oC)
 Displaystheroomhumidity(35~95%RH). 
 Displaysthesethumidity,whilepressingtheHUMIDITYbutton.
 DisplaysthesettimewhilepressingtheTIMER,after8seconds,returntoroom
humidity.
ONINDICATOR(heatoperationindicator)  
l lightsoninGREENastheheatelementisworking.
 lightsoninREDandblinkastheunitistippedover.
WATERFULLINDICATORThelightturnsredandblinkswhenthewatertankisfullorifthe
tankisnotinthecorrectposition.
HUMIDITYINDICATORINTHEFRONT
ThisunithasaspecialHUMIDITYINDICATORinthefront,enablingtheusertotellthe
ambienthumiditylevelimmediately.Itwilllightupin3differentcolors:
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☆InSLEEPmode,thisindicatorwillnotwork.
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Blue light – room humidity > 70%
Green light – room humidity 50~70%
Red light –room humidity < 50%
• In SLEEP mode, this indicator will not work.

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OPERATION
1. Plug the unit into the correct mains socket.
2. OPEN THE AIR DEFLECTOR at the top.
3. Press the POWER button to turn on the unit. The unit will start to work in LOW FAN/
LOW HEAT/LOW DEHUMIDIFY (humidity setting: 50%)
4. Press the HUMIDITY button to set the room humidity you need: continuous
dehumidifying, 40%, 50%, 60% or 70% (the set level will appear on the LED display)
5. Press the FAN SPEED to choose the ventilation speed, SLEEP, NORMAL
(normal/standard) or TURBO.
6. Press the TIMER button to set the working hours you need (1~24 hours).
7. To turn off the unit, press the POWER button again.
• You may also set the unit in AUTO mode or DRY CLOTHES mode, please
refer to the description in the previous page.
IMPORTANT!
1. After switching off the unit, it takes at least 2 minutes for the unit to shut off
completely, this allows the heater to cool down. DO NOT DISCONNECT THE
PLUG DIRECTLY FOR A QUICK SHUT OFF.
2. Do not operate the unit without the AIR FILTER.
3. While using the DRY CLOTHES mode, please keep the air vent (air outlet) of the unit
AT LEAST 40CM away from the objects (eg. the clothes) and ensure no water drips
into the air vent of unit.
* ATTENTION! DO NOT use the unit in the closet or wardrobe.
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3. WhileusingtheDRYERmodeforclothes,pleasekeepthe airvent(airoutlet)of the
unitATLEAST40CMawayfromtheobjects(ex.theclothes)andensurenowaterdrips
intotheairventofunit.
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ATTENTION! DO NOTuse the unitin the closetor
wardrobe.
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4. TipOverprotectionThisunitisequippedwithatiltswitchforoverheatprotection. 
Iftheunitistipped,theunitwillstopautomatically.TheONindicatorwillturnRED
andblinkforwarning,alsothedisplaywindowwillshowE5.Afterrepositioning
theunitupright,pressthePOWERbuttontore-start.
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5. Self-Diagnosis:  Thismachineisequippedwithaself-diagnosisfunction.  If
somethingiswrongwiththemachine,theLEDwilldisplayErrorE1toE7(each
representsdifferentsituation).  
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E5meanstheunitistippedover.  Pleaserepositiontheunitupright,pressPOWER
buttontore-start. 
Forothererrors,pleasecallyourservicecentre.DONOTdismantlethemachineby
yourselvesinanycase.
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4. Tip Over protection: This unit is equipped with a tilt switch for overheat protection.
If the unit is tipped, the unit will stop automatically. The ON indicator will turn RED
and blink as a warning, also the display window will show E5.
After repositioning the unit upright, press the POWER button to re-start.
5. Self-Diagnosis: This machine is equipped with a self-diagnosis function. If
something is wrong with the machine, the LED will display Error E1 to E7 (each
represents a different situation).
E5 means the unit is tipped over. Please reposition the unit upright, press POWER
button to re-start.
For other errors, please call Glen Dimplex or your service centre. DO NOT
dismantle the machine by yourselves in any case.
DRAINAGE
While the water tank is full, the unit will stop working for self-protection. The water full
indicator will blink in red and the unit will buzz a warning.
To empty the tank, please follow these steps:
1. Hold the unit with one hand to steady it.
2. Pull out the tank squarely from the unit.
3. Remove the cover of the tank and carry it by its handle to empty the water.
4. After the tank is emptied, replace the tank cover and reinsert the water tank to the
dehumidifier. Make sure it is properly positioned, so the ‘water full’ indicator light
goes out and your dehumidifier is operating as normal again.
Please note, if the water tank has not been positioned correctly, the water full
indicator will stay red and the unit will keep buzzing.
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Drainage
Whilethewatertankisfull,theunitwillstopworkingforself-protection.  Thewaterfull
indicatorwillblinkinredandtheunitwillbuzzawarning.
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Toemptythetank,pleasefollowthesteps:
1. Holdtheunitwithonehandtomakeitstandfirmly.
2. Pulloutthetanksquarelyfromtheunit.
3. Graspthewatertankhandle,removethecoverofthetank,emptythewaterfromthe
drain. 
4. Afterthetankisemptied,returnthewatertanktoitsposition,makesureitisproperly
positioned,sothe'waterfull'signgoesoutandyourdehumidifierisoperatingas
normalagain. 
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willturnredandtheunitwillkeepbuzzing.  
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CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE
When the dehumidifier is operated in very high humidity, the water tank will require more
frequent drainage. In this situation, it may be more convenient to set the unit up for
continuous drainage with the following procedures:
1. Cut off the cover of the continuous drain at the back of the unit.
2. Unplug the water plug.
3. Connect the drain hole with a water tube of inner diameter 11mm.
* Please note, the water tube is not supplied with the unit.
4. Pull out the water tank, plug the dropping gate inside the unit with the water plug
taken from the continuous drain.
5. Return the water tank to the correct position.
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CONTINUOUSDRAINAGE
Whenthedehumidifierisoperatedinveryhighhumidity,thewatertankwillrequiremore
frequentdrainage.Inthissituation,itmaybemoreconvenienttosettheunitupfor
continuousdrainagewiththefollowingprocedures:
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1. Cutoffthecoverofthecontinuousdrainatthebackoftheunit. 
2. Unplugthewaterplug.
3. Connectthedrainholewithawatertubeofinnerdiameter11mm. 
*Pleasenote,thewatertubeisnotsuppliedwiththeunit.
4. Pulloutthewatertank,plugthedroppinggateinsidetheunitwiththewaterplug
takenfromthecontinuousdrain.
5. Returnthewatertanktothecorrectposition. 
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Maintenance
Alwaysunplugtheunitfromthemainsandwaitforatleastonehourbeforecarryingout
anymaintenanceorcleaningoftheunit.
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CLEANINGTHEBODY
Useasoftclothtowipetheunitclean.
Don'tusevolatilechemicals,gasoline,detergents,chemicallytreatedclothes,orother
cleaningsolutions.Theseallcouldpossiblyhurtthecabinet.
Water pipe for
continuous drain
MAINTENANCE
Always unplug the unit from the mains and wait for at least one hour before carrying out
any maintenance or cleaning of the unit.
CLEANING THE BODY
Use a soft cloth to wipe the unit clean.
Don’t use volatile chemicals, gasoline, detergents, chemically treated clothes, or other
cleaning solutions. These all could possibly damage the dehumidifier.

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CLEANING THE FILTER
Draw out the air filter from the rear of the unit.
For dust filter and filter frame:
1. Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly for easy cleaning. If the filter is particularly
dirty, use warm water.
2. Make sure the filter is completely dry before replacing.
3. Do not expose the filter to sunlight.
For HEPA filter:
This filter is not washable. Its life span is variable and depends on the ambient conditions
where the appliance is used. The filter should be checked periodically (about every 6
months) and replaced if necessary. See the retailer where you purchased this product for
spare filters.
STORAGE:
If the unit is not used for an extended period of time. Please:
• Turn the unit off, unplug and tidy the power cord.
• Completely empty the water tank and wipe it clean.
• Cover the unit and store it where it will not be in direct sunlight.
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CLEANINGTHEFILTER
Drawouttheairfilterfromtherearoftheunit.
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Fordustfilter(washablefilter)– 
1. Useavacuumcleanerortapthefilterlightly
foreasycleaning.Ifthefilterisparticularly
dirty,usewarmwater.
2. Make sure the filter is completely dry
beforereplacing.
3. Donotexposethefiltertosunlight.
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Foractivecarbonfilter– 
Thisfilterisnotwashable.Itslifespanisvariableanddependsontheambientconditions
wheretheapplianceisused.Thefiltershouldbecheckedperiodically(aboutevery6
months)andreplacedifnecessary.  
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STORAGE
Iftheunitisnotusedforanextendedperiodoftime.Please:
l Turingtheunitoff,unplugandtidytheACcord.
l Completelyemptythewatertankandwipeitclean.
l Covertheunitandstoreitwhereitwillnotbeindirectsunlight.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON
The unit doesn’t work at all. 1. Bad connection of the power cord
2. Water tank not positioned correctly or has
a full tank.
3. The unit is not standing upright or is not
level.
The unit is not dehumidifying 1. Too much dust on air filter.
2. Objects may be blocking the intake
or air vent.
3. Room humidity is already low.
Dehumidifying efficiency is not good 1. Too many doors and windows open.
2. Other appliances increasing the rooms
humidity.
Abnormal noises from the motor 1. Check and clean the air filter
2. The unit is not standing upright or is not
level.
The unit leaks water 1. The float of the water tank is blocked by
foreign material.
2. The unit is not standing upright or is not
level.
After the unit has been switched off,
the fan motor is still running
1. After the unit stops, about 2 minutes is
needed to cool down the electric heater
by running the internal fan.
Please TURN off the power immediately when the unit emits strange noises, odors, etc.

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.dimplex.co.nz
Glen Dimplex New Zealand Ltd
38 Harris Road, East Tamaki
Auckland, New Zealand
P.O. Box 58473, Botany
Manukau 2163, New Zealand