ElectrIQ DESD8LW-V2 User manual

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USER MANUAL
DESD8LW-V2
8L SMART DESSICANT DEHUMIDIFIER
WITH HEATER
Thank you for choosing electriQ
Please read this user manual before using this innovative dehumidifier and keep it safe
for future reference.

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CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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FEATURES
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PARTS
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CONTROL PANEL
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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OTHER FEATURES
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POSITIONING THE DEHUMIDIFIER
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WATER DRAINAGE
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SET UP AND USE OF APP
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
•Carefully read the instructions
before operating the unit.
•This appliance only intended for
use in an indoor domestic
environment. Any other use is
not recommended by the
manufacturer and may cause
fire, electrical shock or other
injuries to person or damage to
property.
•Rating: This unit must only be
connected to an AC 220-240V /
50 Hz earthed outlet. Installation
must be in accordance with the
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
appliance –care must be taken
during use.
•Disconnect the power from the
appliance before dismantling,
assembling or cleaning.
•Avoid touching any moving parts
of the appliance.
•Never insert fingers, pencils or
any other objects through 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
unsupervisedwith 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
authorised service

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representative. Failure to comply
could result in a voided warranty.
•Do not use the appliance for any
purpose other than its intended
use.
•Do not tilt the unit while in use.
The unit is designed to work only
in a vertical position. This
dehumidifier must always be
stored upright, otherwise
irreparable damage may be
caused.
•This unit will still operate for
approximativel 10 minutes after
pressing the power button to turn
off. This is normal and ensures
the desiccant wheel is drained of
water. Avoid restarting the
dehumidifieruntil 5 minutes have
passed after being turned off.
•Never use the mains plug as a
switch to start or turn off the
dehumidifier. Use the provided
power button located on the
control panel.
•Always place the unit on a dry
and stable surface.
•The appliance should not be
installedin a laundry or wet room
where the humidity is higher than
85% RH. This unit should be
operated at an ambient
temperature between 5°C and
35°C.
•Do not dry laundry directly above
the unit. To prevent water from
entering the dehumidifier,
laundry should be placed at least
40 cm away from your
dehumidifier.
•Do not place the unit next to heat
sources (e.g. electrical fires,
fireplaces, etc.)
•Desiccant dehumidifiers tend to
absorb odours from the
surrounding environment like
cigarettes, cooking, cosmetics,
new furniture etc. This smell is
described as a burning or sour
smell. This is released during
operation as the zeolite disc is
heated. This is not a sign of a
fault and the smell will fade after
usage.
•Do not store or use gasoline,
petrol, paint, solvents or other
flammable vapours and liquids in
the vicinity of this dehumidifier or
any other appliance. Do not use
dehumidifiers where flammable
gases or VOC can be released
or accumulate.
ENERGY SAVING AND UNIT
SAFETY PROTECTION TIPS
Do not cover or restrict the airflow
from the outlet or inlet grills.
For maximum performance, the unit
should be operated at least 20 cm
away from walls and 50 cm from
other objects within the room.

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Keep the filters and grills of the
appliance clean. Under normal
conditions, filters and grills should
only need cleaning once every
three weeks (approximately). Do
not usetheunit withoutthe mesh air
filter as this will allow dirt to gather
insidethe dehumidifier,which could
invalidate the warranty.
A dirty filter will restrict the airflow
into the machine, which will
increase the resistance on the fan
and could result in damage and
might invalidate the warranty.
Since the filters remove airborne
particles, more frequent cleaning
may be 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.
QUICK VISUAL SAFETY GUIDE ON WHERE OR WHEN NOT TO USE YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
Expose to
outdoor weather
Near water
If the power cable wires
are frayed or cut
Where small children
may be left unattended
Plug into an
extensionlead
Where the power cable
may be damaged
On a slope or uneven
surface
Where there is a risk of
interference by foreign
objects
Where it may be
damaged by chemicals
This product is not for
DIY repair
Where there is a risk of
fire, or close to a naked
flame
Where there is a risk
of water fallingon the
unit

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FEATURES:
Your DESD8LW-V2 is a top of the range desiccant dehumidifier with features notfound in other units.
1. Efficient, easy to use and quiet.
2. Intelligent CPU controlled digital humidistat.
3. Control andmonitor the humidityortemperature remotely usingyourAndroidor Apple phone / tablet
4. Alexa and Google home compatible: use voice commands to conveniently operate the smart
dehumidifier.
5. Advanced scheduling abilities using the App.
6. Relative humidity adjustable between 40-80% with room humidity display.
Above 70%: Too humid
70% ≥ RH ≥ 60%: Above recommended humidity.
60% ≥ RH ≥ 50%: Ideal humidity level.
Below 50%: Too dry
7. Easy to use control panel with led indicators.
8. Ionizer an pre filter with PETmaterials.
9. Works very well at low temperatures compared with classic compressor dehumidifiers.
10. Standalone heater providing two levels of heatoutput with thermostatic control.
11. Heats the air passing through by between 5-10°C, making the air dry and warm reducingheating
bills.
12. Tank full alarm & auto-stop function.
13. Recessed carry handle for portability
The DESD8LW-V2 desiccant dehumidifiers uses desiccant technology to extract water from the
environment.Desiccant dehumidifiers are ideal both at standard and low temperatures working in an
ambienttemperature range of between 5-35°C. The DESD8LW-V2islightandeasy to move, as it does
notcontain aheavycompressor. It also worksintelligentlyasitisdesignedto extract unwantedhumidity
while saving money due to its advanced power saving logic.
It featuresan intelligentdigital humidistatwith variablehumiditysettingsbetween 40-80% RH, ensuring
your room is not dried too much, and power is not wasted.
INSTALLATION
Remove any water from the water tank before starting the unit. In order to save energy, do not open
windowsor doors whiletheunitis running. Place the uniton a hard / flat surface.We wouldadvisethe
unit is left to run continuously for 24hrs on its first use.
TO REDUCE NOISE LEVELS:
Place a piece of carpet or a rubber mat undertheunitto reduce any vibrationswhilethe unitis running.
For minimum noise run the unit in sleep mode.

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PARTS
Air Deflector
Outlet
LED Indicator
Handle
Water Tank
Control Panel
Intake
Power Cord
Handle

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CONTROL PANEL
POWER BUTTON
Turn the appliance ON/OFF.
Please note that after turningoff theunit, it will take around 10 minutes to dry the
zeolite disk before operation stops.
FAN SPEED
This allows the user to adjust the fan speed.
Pressing the fan speed button to change the fan speed from Low →Medium
→High →Auto and then the cycle will repeat.
When the unitis working in fan only mode. Press the button to changethe fan
speed from Low →Medium →High →Auto and then the cycle will repeat.
Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to clean the P3 code.
P3 code is a notice thatthe pre-filter needs cleaning.
OSC. (OSCILLATION FUNCTION)
The louvre will swing between 45 and 90 degrees.
Press the button to turn on/off the swing function.
WIFI
Press and hold the button for 3 seconds to start pairing Wi-Fi.
PLASMA IONISER BUTTON (IONISATION FUNCTION)
Theionisercanrefreshtheair whilekillingviruses,dustmites, mouldandairborne
allergens.
Press the button to turn on/off the ioniser function.
TIMER BUTTON
Press to set the timer. The timer willturn off theunitwhen thetimer reaches the
set time. The timer can be set from 0-8h
When the timer is set, the timer led indicator will light be on.
CHILD LOCK
Press and hold the timer button for 3 seconds to turn on/off the child lock.
If the unitturns off andback on.The unitwill no longerbe in the childlocksetting.

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HUMIDITY
Press the button to set the desired humidity. The order is shown below:
CO→40%→45%→50%→55%→60%→65%→70%→75%→80%.
COis for continuousoperation.In thissetting the unitwill continuetodehumidify
no matter what the humidity is.
BUTTON
SOUND
BUTTON SOUND
Turn on/off the button beep. When unitis working press and hold the &
buttons for 3 seconds to turn the button beep on/off.
TANK FULL
TANK-FULL
If the water tank is full,the indicator lightwill flash, and the buzzer will beep 10
times. Pleaseempty andclean thewater tankto continueoperation.Thelightwill
also illuminate if the tank is incorrectly fitted. Once refitted the unit will operate.
OPERATION
OPERATION
Theoperation lightwillilluminatewhentheunitisrunningtoextractmoisturefrom
the air. Please note this may not light up immediately when the unit is started.
HUMIDITY LEVEL & TIMER 2 DIGIT DISPLAY
The led indicator performs the following functions:
WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN: It will indicate the humidity level of the room.
WHEN ONE OF THE HUMIDITY SETTING BUTTONS ARE PRESSED: It will
indicate the desired humidity, before reverting to showing the current humidity after
a few seconds.
WHEN THE TIMER BUTTON IS PRESSED: It will indicate how many hours the
timer function will operate,before reverting to showing the current humidity after a few seconds
CLEAN THE GRILLE AND CASE
Usewater anda milddetergent to cleanthewashablemesh filters.Do
notusebleachorabrasives. Donotsplashwater directlyontothe main
unit.Doingso may causeelectric shockandcan causethe insulation
to deteriorate, or the unitto rust. The air intake and outlet grilles get
soiledeasily,sousea vacuumattachmentor softbrushto clean.Wipe
the dehumidifierbody with a soft damp cloth or kitchen towel.
HEPA FILTER (OPTIONAL):
If using a HEPA filter, according to the time and frequency of use, it is generally recommended to
replace the HEPA filter after about 3 months. The HEPA filter cannot be washed.
HEPA filters can be sourced from the supplier using the reference : FIL-DESD8LW-V2HEPA

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
POWER BUTTON:Press the power button to turn the dehumidifier on and off.
SWING CONTROL BUTTON: Press once to make the louvresswingandpress again to
lock at 45 degrees-90 degrees. Do not operate the unitifthe self-openinglouversdonot
open when the unit is powered on.
TIMER BUTTON: Press the timer button to adjust the duration of the timer (1-8 hrs,
start / stop timer).
IN POWER ON MODE: The numberdisplayedwill represent the number of hours the unit will run
for before turning off.
WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS RUNNING
1. When the room humiditylevel is lower than the target humidity,theheater will stop and the fan
will continuesto run at low speed for air circulation.
2. When the room humidity is higherthan the desired level, then the heater willreactivate to work
for 4 hours and stop 30minutes as a circulation to extract the moisture .
Please Note: If a permanent drainage pipe is fitted, the unitwill not stop operation. Setting the
desired humidityto around40%isgood fora dryingboost, on theunitsinitialrun,orinemergencies.
It is not recommended to use it with these settings for normal operation in a domestic or office
environment over a long period of time, as the air may become uncomfortably dry.
For allowingmore moisturein the air, press the humiditybutton to set to a higherpercentagevalue
(e.g. 60-70%).
CO-45% RH –Recommended for boosting drying and emergencies.
50-55% RH - Recommended setting, great for domestic operation and dry storage.
60% RH - Great for personal comfort and applications where 50% RH is considered too dry.
70% RH - Ideal for unoccupiedproperties or wherean economicalrun is neededwithoutthe need
to go drier than 70% RH

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OTHER FEATURES AND INDICATORS
TANK FULL LIGHT
The lightwillilluminate andthe unitwill beep when the tank is ready to be emptied, or if the water
tank is incorrectly inserted. The water level control will shut off the dehumidifieruntil the tank has
been emptied and replaced in its properposition.
AUTO-RESTART
When turning off the unitin standby mode, the unitwillremember the last setting when the unitis
turned on again.
If power failure occurs, the unit can restart automatically and the memory function will not work.
If set to “child lock” and “timer”, theunitwill shutoff when the timerisdone,butthe memory function
will not work on child lock and timer when the unitis turned on again.
LIGHTWEIGHT PORTABLE DESIGN ON CASTORS
The dehumidifieris built to be compact and lightweight. Your dehumidifieris an advanced micro-
CPU controlled device capable of self-diagnostics. The LCD display may also show error and
protection codes.
POSITIONING THE DEHUMIDIFIER
A badly positioneddehumidifierwill havelittle effect. In positioningthe dehumidifierplease ensure
circulation of the airisnotrestricted aroundtheunit.At least 20 cm spaceshouldbeallowedaround
the unit.
This dehumidifier is designed for indoor residential / small office applications only and any
commercial or industrial use will invalidate the warranty.
Usethedehumidifierinanenclosedarea formaximumefficiency.
Close all external doors and windows to create an effective
operating environment. Do notuse outdoors.
Your electriQ dehumidifier will begin to protect your space from
the harmful effects of excessive moisture as soon as it is turned
on. Excess moistureis dispersed throughoutyourhome.For this
reason, the dehumidifier should be positioned in a central and
clear location so that it can draw this moist air towards it. A warm
hallway or landing is an ideal position for your dehumidifier. If
possible, leaveinterior doors ajar to allow air circulation between
rooms.
Alternatively,ifyou havea seriousprobleminonearea youcanbeginbypositioningthedehumidifier
in that area andmovingit to a more central location at a later date. Pleasenote the unitshouldnot
be placed directly against a radiator or other heat source. When positioning your electriQ
dehumidifier, ensure that it is placed clear of any obstacle that may limit the air movement, and
ensure it is placed on a dry flat surface.

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WATER DRAINAGE
When the water tank isfull,the unit will stopoperating.When this happens, the TANK FULL lightwill show on the control
panel, and the unit will bleep.
Note: Only empty thewater tank when it is full or beforemoving orstoring theunit. There are two ways to dispense
collected water.
USE THE INTERNAL WATER TANK
When the tank is full, the unit will stop running, and the TANK FULL indicator light will
display. Grip the tank securely and carefully pull out. Empty the water tank and reinsert it
into the dehumidifier. The tank must be in place and securely seated for the dehumidifierto
operate again. The dehumidifier will re-start when the tank is restored to its correct position.
NOTES:
•Donot remove the water tank immediately after the unit stops.Pleasewait a while toavoid
the water dripping into the unit and causing damage.
•Only empty the water tank when it is full or before moving or storing the unit.
•Do not rest the tank on the floorbecausethe bottom of the tank could beuneven and the tank may fall, causing water
to spill.
•When you remove the tank, do not touch sensors or any parts which are situated behind the tank. Doing so may
damage the product. Be sure to push the tank gently all the way into the unit. Banging the tank against anything or
failing to push it securely into place may prevent the unit from operating.
•Do not remove or damage the float switch in the water tank, otherwise the machine will stop working.
•Please make sure the water tank cover is put back into place correctly before the water tank is reinserted.
•If the water tank is inserted incorrectly, the full tank indicator will illuminate. Remove the water tank and reinsert to turn
the indicator off and resume normal use.
•At all times, avoid water entering the unit. It may cause an electrical hazard and damage the unit.
SET UP CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE
The dehumidifier has a continuous drain hole that can be connected to a plastic pipe with a length of 2m and an inner diameterof
Φ15XΦ18 mm (NotSupplied).Watercanbeplumbedinordrainedintoasink, a largerreceptacleorthroughthewallinto an outside
drain. Please follow the steps below to setyour unitup for continuous drainage.
1. Cut off the cover for the continuous drain on the back of the unit.
2. Pull out the water tank and connect a water tube with an inner diameter of 15mm to the drain connector, and ensure
the connection is tight
3. Replace the water tank into position within the unit.
This unituses gravity to dispose of the water collected and as such the drain should be lower than the dehumidifier water outlet. Be
sure to run the water pipe downward and let the water flow out smoothly.Do notkink or bend the pipe.
NOTE: Whenthe continuousdrainfeatureisnotbeingused,removethepipeinstallation,tostart the watercollectinginthewatertank.
The permanent drain can be used in conjunction with a water pump (e.g. when draining from a cellar) to lift the water upwards.

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SETTING UP THE WIFI APP
BEFORE YOU START
•Ensure your router provides a standard 2.4GHz connection.
•If your router is dual-band ensure that both networks have different network names (SSID). The provider
of your router / Internet service provider will be able to provide advice specific to your router.
•Place the dehumidifier as close as possible to the router during setup.
•Once the app has been installed on your phone, turn off the data connection, and ensure your phone is
connected to your router via WIFI.
DOWNLOAD THE APP TO YOUR PHONE
Download the ”TUYA SMART” app, from your chosen app store, using the QR codes below, or by
searching for the app in your chosen store.
Android IOS
CONNECTION METHODS AVAILABLE FOR SETUP
The smart device has two different setup modes, CF(Quick Connection) and AP (Access Point). The quick
connection is a quick and simple way to set the unit up. AP connection uses a direct local WIFI connection
between your phone and the dehumidifier to upload the network details.
Before starting the setup, please ensure that your dehumidifier is in the correct standby mode for the
connection type you are attempting, the display your dehumidifier will indicate this.
To connect to the WIFI, press and hold the SWING button when the unit is in standby mode for
approximately 3 seconds
CHANGING BETWEEN CONNECTION MODES / WIFI RESET
To change the unit between the two connection types, hold the SWING button for 3 seconds. The
connection mode is signified by the frequency of the flashing Smart light. This will also remove any
previous WIFI configuration.
Connection Type
Frequency of Flashes
CF (Quick Connection)
Flashes twice per second
AP (Access Point)
Flashes once per second

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REGISTER THE APP
1. Press on the register button
at the bottom of the screen.
2. Read the Privacy policy
and press the Agree
Button.
3. Enter your email address or
phone number and press
continue to register.
4. A verification code will be
sent by the method selected
in step 3. Enter the code into
the app.
2. The app is now registered.
It will automatically log you
in following reqistration.
5. Type in the password you
would like to create. This
needs to be 6-20 characters,
with letters and numbers.

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SETTING UP YOUR HOME WITHIN THE APP
TUYA is designed so it can work with a large number of compatible smart devices within your
home. It can also be set up to work with multiple devices within different houses. As such, during
the setup process the app requires that different areas are created and named to allow easy
management of all your devices. When devices are then added, they are assigned to one of the
rooms you have created.
CREATING ROOMS
1. Press on the ADD HOME
button.
2. Type in a name for your
home,
3. Press on the location button
to select the location of your
home. (See SETTING
YOUR LOCATION below)
4. New rooms can be added
by pressing the ADD
ANOTHERROOM option at
the bottom. (See ADD
ANOTHER ROOM below)
5. Untick any rooms that are
not required on the app.
6. Press DONE in the top right
corner.
SETTING YOUR LOCATION
Use your finger to
move the orange
HOME symbol.
When the symbol
is in the
approximate
location of your
home, press the
confirm button in
the top right
corner.
ADD ANOTHER ROOM
Type in the
name of the
room, and
press Done in
the top right
corner

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CONNECTING USING QUICK CONNECTION
Before initiatingthe connection,makesure the unitisin standby mode,with the WIFI light flashing
twice per second. If not,follow the instructions for changing the connection mode. Ensure your
phone is connected to the WIFI network. (We advise turning mobile data off during setup)
2. Select the type of device
as “Dehumidifier”in the
Small Home Appliance tab.
3. Ensure the WIFI light on the
dehumidifier is flashing
twice per second then press
on the orange button at the
bottom of the screen to
confirm.
5. This will then transfer the
settings to the dehumidifier.
Wait for this to complete. If
this fails, retry. If still
unsuccessful please review
the troubleshooting section
for further help.
1. Open app and press “+” to
add device, or use the add
device button
4. Enter your WIFI password
and press confirm.

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CONNECTING USING AP MODE (ALTERNATIVE METHOD)
Before initiatingthe connection,makesure the unitisin standby mode,with the WIFI light flashing
once per second. If not, follow the instructions for changing the connection type. Ensure your
phone is connected to the WIFI network. (We advise turning mobile data off during setup)
1. Open app and press “+” to
add device, or use the add
device button
2. Select the type of device
as “Dehumidifier”
3. Press on the AP mode
button in the top right of the
screen.
4. Ensure the WIFI light on the
dehumidifier is slowly
flashing (once per second),
then press on the orange
button at the bottom of the
screen to confirm
5. Enter your WIFI password
and press confirm.
6. Go tonetwork settings in your
phone and connect to the
“SmartLife xxx” connection.
There is no password to
enter. Then return back to the
app to complete setup.
This will then transfer the settings to the dehumidifier.
Once the connection process has completed, go back to the network settings on your phone to ensure
your phone has reconnected to your WIFI router.

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CONTROLLING YOUR DEVICE THROUGH THE APP
THE HOME SCREEN
Chose the device
to control
Add a device
Smart Scenes /
Automation
Access the user
profile
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DEVICE SCREEN
The device screen is the main control screen for the dehumidifier, providing access to the controls to
amend the functions of the dehumidifier.
MORE MODES
ON / OFF Button: Use to
turn the unit on or off.
Profile: Use to change the
name of the dehumidifier
and amend user settings.
Countdown: Set the
countdown for the unit to
turn off.
Settings: Access the settings
menu.
Back: Returns to the
Home Screen
Home: Access the home
section of the menu.
Mode: Change between
Dehumidify, Heating and Fan
modes.
Ioniser: Pressing this button
turns on the plasma ionizer.
(Model Dependant)
More Modes: Access the sub
menu for extra features and
modes.
Indoor Humidity:
Displays the current
humidity of the room.
Indoor Temperature:
Displays the current
temperature of the room.
Countdown: Displays the
current countdown.
Mode: Change between
Dehumidify, Heating and Fan
modes.
Set Humidity Level: Set
the working humidity
level.
Swing: Activate and de-
activate the movement of
the louvres.
Child Lock: Enter the child
lock mode. No functions
will be available in child
lock mode.
Fan Speed: Set the
current fan speed.
Back: Returns to the
device screen.