ElectrIQ CDW12L User manual

Wall Mountable Compressor
Digital Dehumidifier with Humidistat
CDW12L – 12 litres per day
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Technical Data ………………..……………….. 10
Troubleshooting ………………..……………….. 9
Water Drainage ………………..……………….. 7
Care and Maintenance ………………..……………….. 8
Positioning ………………..………………..
Quick reference guide ………………..……………….. 4
Contents
Safety Instructions ………………..……………….. 1
Installation ………………..……………….. 2
Parts and Control Panel ………………..……………….. 3

SAF TY INSTRUCTIONS
Important
• Carefully read the instructions before operating the unit
• This appliance is for indoor use only.
• Rating: This unit must be only connected to a 220-240 V / 50 Hz earthed
outlet.
• Installation must be in accordance with regulations of the country where the
unit is used.
• If you are in any doubt about the suitability of your electrical supply have it
checked and, if necessary, modified by a qualified electrician.
• This dehumidifier has been tested and is safe to use. However, as with any
electrical appliances - use it with care.
• Disconnect the power plug from socket before dismantling, assembling or
cleaning.
• Avoid touching any moving parts of the appliance.
• Never insert fingers, pencils or any other objects though the guard
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities. It is also not intended for use
by those with a lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• Do not leave children unsupervised with this appliance.
• Do not clean the unit by spraying it or immersing it in water.
• Never connect the unit to an electrical outlet using an extension cord. If a
power outlet is not available, one should be installed by a qualified electrician.
• Never operate this appliance if the cord, power adapter or plug is damaged.
Ensure the power cord is not stretched or exposed to sharp object/edges.
• A damaged power supply cord should be replaced by the manufacturer or a
qualified electrician in order to avoid a hazard.
• Any service other than regular cleaning or filter replacement should be
performed by an authorized service representative. Failure to comply could
result in a voided warranty.
• Do not use the appliance for any other purposes than its intended use.
• Do not tilt the unit while in use. The unit is design to work only in vertical
position.
• This dehumidifier must always be stored and transported upright, otherwise
irreparable damage may be caused to the compressor; if in doubt we suggest
waiting at least 24 hours before starting the unit.
• Avoid restarting the dehumidifier unit unless 5 minutes have passed since
being turned off. This prevents damage to the compressor.
• Never use the mains plug as a switch to start and turn off the dehumidifier.
Use the provided ON/OFF switch located on the control panel.
• Always place the unit on a dry and stable surface.
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• The appliance should not be installed in laundry or wet rooms where the
humidity is higher than 85% RH
• Do not dry laundry above the unit to prevent water entering the dehumidifier.
Place the laundry at least 1 meter away from your dehumidifier.
• Do not place the unit next to heat sources (e.g. Electrical fires, fireplaces, etc.)
nergy Saving and Unit Safety Protection Tips
• Do not cover or restrict the airflow from the outlet or inlet grills.
• For maximum performance the minimum distance from a wall or objects
should be 20 cm
• Keep the filters or grills of the unit clean. Under normal conditions, filters or
grills should only need cleaning once every three weeks (approximately).
Since the filters remove airborne particles, more frequent cleaning maybe
necessary, depending on the air quality. Vacuum and wash the mesh filters with
hot soapy water and dry them before placing them back in the unit
Installation
Remove any water from the water tank before starting the unit. In order to
save energy, do not open windows or doors while the unit is running. Place the
unit on a hard / flat surface. On first use run the unit continuously for 24 hrs.
To reduce noise levels:
Place a piece of carpet or a rubber mat under the unit to reduce any vibrations
while the unit is running.
CDW12L dehumidifier uses compressor technology to extract water from
the environment. The compressor dehumidifiers are ideal for normal
domestic or office environment which heated during the winter months
with temperatures above 12-15⁰C.
CDW12L is easy to move around on castors and is an intelligent
dehumidifier which will extract unwanted humidity while saving money due
to their humidistat and power saving logic. CDW12L features an intelligent
humidistat which is adjustable in increments of 5% from 35-80% RH
insuring your room is not dried too much and power is not wasted.
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PARTS
1. Front panel 2. Dry Air Outlet 3. Carrying Handle
4. Control Panel 5. Mesh Filter . Air Intake
7. Water tank 8. Supply cord
OPTIONAL
1. Activated carbon filter (Optional） 2. PU filter（Optional）
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CONTROL PAN L
L D INDICATORS
(A) Tank full indicator light (red)
(B) Power ON indicator light (green)
(C) Settings light (green)
(D) Humidity Level and Timer 2 digit led display
(E) Timer indicator light (green)
(F) Low fan speed light (green)
(G) High speed fan light (green)
(1)
Tank full
(2)
Power On / Off Key
(3) Humidity Control Keys (40-80% RH, incremental with 5%)
(4) Timer settings (1-24 hrs, start/ stopping timer)
(5) Fan Speed settings Key (Low/High)
Humidity Level & Timer 2 digit display
The led indicator performs the following functions:
1. When the unit is plugged in, it will indicate the room humidity level
2. When the humidity level is selected, it will indicate the set humidity
3. When the start / stop timer is programmed will show the set timer
Notes:
When humidity level is outside the normal operational parameters will show LO/HI
If ambient humidity is lower than 35%, it will show “LO”
If ambient humidity is higher than 95%, it will show “HI”
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Quick Reference Guide
Power Key (2) Press to turn the dehumidifier on and off.
Humidity Settings Keys (3) humidity level can be set within a range of 40% RH
(Relative Humidity) to 80% RH in 5% increments. Ideal setting is
50-55%. For drier air/ laundry mode press the key and set to a lower
percent value (e.g. 40-45%).
For allowing more moisture in the air, press the humidity control key and
set to a higher percent value(e.g. 0- 5%).
The humidity control key will cycle from 40-80%RH and back to 40%RH
Continuous/ Laundry Mode for the dehumidifier to operate continuously for
maximum water extraction until the tank is full set the humidity level to 40%RH.
40% is very dry and the unit will work until water tank is full as 40%RH is hardly
achievable in UK domestic environment.
Timer (4) settings (1-24 hrs, start/ stopping timer). In power on mode the
set number will represent the number of hours the unit will stop. This will remain
unaffected if unit goes in defrost mode or tank is emptied than reinserted. In
standby mode the set number represent period in hours after the unit will start. To
cancel start / stop mode set the timer to 00.
Other features and Indicators
Tank Full Light
Red light will be on and the unit will beep when the tank is ready to be emptied, or
when the tank is removed or not replaced in the proper position. The water level
control switch shuts off the dehumidifier when the tank is full, or when the tank is
removed or not replaced in the proper position. Empty to resume operation.
Auto Defrost
When frost builds up on the evaporator coils, the compressor will cycle off and the
unit will go in defrost mode
When the unit is running in a room with temperature between 5⁰C and 12⁰C, it
enter the defrost mode about once every 30 minutes.
When the unit is running in a room with temperature between 12⁰C and 20⁰C, it
enter the defrost mode about once every 45 minutes.
Normal operation will resume after defrost mode.
Humidistat control and fan/ compressor operation
When the selected humidity is lower by 2% than the user selected humidistat
setting; the dehumidifier’s compressor will be shut off automatically but the fan
will still move for few more minutes to ensure air is not stale in the room. The unit
will use only a minimal amount of energy in fan mode.
When the humidity is going back to being equal or higher than user selected
humidity the compressor will restart once the 3 minutes delay compressor
protection expires.
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Auto-Restart (on some models)
If the unit stops off unexpectedly due to the power cut, it will restart with the
previous function selected automatically when the power resumes.
Power
After the unit has stopped, it is not recommended to resume operation in the first
at least 10 minutes. This is to protect the compressor. Operation can resume after
this period lapse. When the unit is restarted there is a 3 minutes delay before
compressor will start.
Lightweight Portable Design with wall mountable cap
The dehumidifier is built to be compact and lightweight. The casters on the bottom
of the unit make it easy to move from room to room. You can remove the castors if
you wall mount the unit (with the optional wall brackets).
Your CDW12L dehumidifiers are advanced micro-CPU controlled devices able of
self-diagnostics. The LCD display may also show the error and protections codes.
Positioning the dehumidifier
A badly positioned dehumidifier will
have little effect in effectively drying
the place. In positioning the
dehumidifier please ensure
circulation of air in not restricted
around the unit. Please observe
figure on the left in installing the
unit.
Allow at least 20 cm space around
the unit.
If you wall mount the unit only use
brackets provided by the
manufacturer as they were specially
designed for the unit and to improve
the air flow.
This dehumidifier is designed only for indoor residential / office applications and any
commercial or industrial use will invalidate the warranty. Place the unit on a flat dry
surface or wall mount with the optional brackets. The dehumidifier must be operated
in an enclosed area to be most effective. Close all doors, windows to create the best
operating environment. Do not use outdoors.
Note: Castors can only move laterally. Do not force castors to move over carpet, nor
move the unit with water in the tank as it may tip over and spill water.
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Water Drainage
When the water tank is full, the unit will stop automatically. When this happens
the tank full red code will show on the control panel.
Note: Only empty the water tank when is full or before moving or storing the unit.
There are two ways to dispense collected water.
1. Use the tank.
When the tank is full, the unit will automatically stop
running, and the Full indicator light will flash.
Slowly pull out the tank. Grip the left and right handles
securely, and carefully pull out straight so water does not
spill. Do not rest the tank on the floor because the bottom
of the tank is uneven and tank will fall and cause the
water to spill. Empty the water tank and reinsert it into
the dehumidifier. The tank must be in place and securely
seated for the dehumidifier to operate again.
The dehumidifier will re-start when the tank is restored in its
correct position.
NOTES:
When you remove the bucket, do not touch sensors or any parts which are
situated behind tank. Doing so may damage the product. Be sure to push the
tank gently all the way into the unit. Banging the bucket against anything
or failing to push it in securely into place may cause the unit not to
operate.
Do not remove the float from the water tank. The water full sensor will no
longer be able to detect the water level correctly without the float and
water may leak from the water tank.
2. Continuous draining
Water can be automatically plumbed in or drained into sink, a
larger recipient or through the wall into an outside drain by
attaching a pipe to the unit (10 mm internal diameter) (not
included). Insert the pipe into the drain outlet at the back of the
unit as shown in here. Make sure the connection between pipe
and the drain outlet is tight and does not leak. Then direct the
pipe to a suitable drainage point. This unit uses gravity fall to
dispose water hence the drain should be lower than the unit
water outlet. Put the tank back. Be sure to run the water pipe
downward and let the water to flow out smoothly. Do not kink or
bend the pipe. NOT : When the continuous drain feature is not
being used, remove the drain hose from the outlet.
The permanent drain can be used in conjunction with water pump
(e.g. when draining a cellar) to lift the water upwards.
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Care and Maintenance
Always shut off the unit and unplug from the mains before cleaning or
performing any maintenance. When it is not in use for long periods it is
advisable to remove the plug from the power socket. Do not use chemical
solvents (such as benzene, alcohol or gasoline) as they may cause irreversible
damage to the unit.
1. Clean the Grille and Case
Use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or
abrasives. Do not splash water directly onto the main unit.
Doing so may cause an electrical shock and can lead to the
insulation to deteriorate, or cause the unit to rust. The air
intake and outlet grilles get soiled easily, so use a vacuum
attachment or soft brush to clean. If the mesh filter is dirty
hoover it, if it is heavily soiled wash it with warm soapy water
and dry thoroughly before reinserting it in the unit.
2. Clean the water tank
Every few weeks, clean the tank to prevent growth of mould, mildew and bacteria.
Partially fill the tank with clean water and add a little mild detergent. Swish it around in
than empty the tank and rinse.
NOTE: Do not use a dishwasher to clean the tank. After cleaning and drying the tank
must be reinserted securely into dehumidifier in order to restart operation
Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn’t the dehumidifier seem to extract much water if the temperature is low?
This is a compressor dehumidifier which works best in temperatures above 15⁰C. If the
temperature is low and the air is dryer than the setting on the humidistat the unit will
not extract water. If you want to use a dehumidifier for outside buildings, unheated
properties, boats or garages please check our desiccant range.
Why doesn’t the unit work /or stops suddenly?
The water tank may be full or displaced. To rectify: empty the tank and carefully place
the tank back in the unit.
Also the unit may be running in dehumidifying mode with a low room temperature.
Please check if the room temperature is lower than 5⁰C. If so, the unit will stop working
while in dehumidifying mode. (unit may be defrosting).
The ambient operating range is between 5⁰C and 35⁰C with a relative humidity ranging
from 30% to 80%. For maximum efficiency use the unit between 15⁰C and 32⁰C.
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