KESNOS PD160A User manual

Home Dehumidifier
PD160A
Please read the manual carefully
before using the unit
USER MANUAL
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Thank you for purchasing our dehumidifier.
Kesnos wishes that our products and services can bring convenience to your
work and life. We highly recommend that you keep the manual for reference if
you encounter unexpected events using the unit.
Please read the manual carefully to ensure proper use of the dehumidifier.
Our dehumidifiers are widely used in family bedrooms, bathrooms,
basements, offices and storage rooms, etc.
The dehumidifiers from Kesnos provide quick and efficient operation to
reduce room's humidity and bring you a healthy and comfortable life.
If there is any problem of the product, please contact Kesnos Customer Service
at with your Purchase Order ID to help you address the [email protected]
problem more effectively.

To prevent any internal damage, it is very important to
keep refrigeration units (like this one) upright throughout
their journey.
Please leave it standing upright and outside the box for
24 HOURS before plugging it in.
BEFORE FIRST USE:

Statement
Safety Instructions................................................................
Parts Description ..................................................................
Control Interface...................................................................
Operation Instructions...........................................................
Cleaning & Maintenance.......................................................
Troubleshooting....................................................................
Special Notes.......................................................................
Technical Parameters..............................................................
Warranty & Contact Us...........................................................
The graphics and functions provided in this manual may not be the same
as the actual product. Please always refer to the actual product.
The model of the machine on the manual is for reference only, please
check the corresponding content and operate the machine based on the
actual product.
The right to interpret the relevant terms belongs to the company.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Safety Notes：
For your safety, please read the manual carefully and keep the manual for future
reference.
Please use this product according to the instructions of installation and operation
of this manual.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning or storage.
Do not immerse the unit in water,or place it close to water.
Do not put the unit close to heat-generating devices or near flammable and dangerous
materials.
Never put your fingers or any stick-form objects into the air inlet or outlet grilles.
Discard water collected in the tank as instructed.
Install the draining hose at a downward direction to make sure that condensed water can
be drained continuously.
Place and operate the unit on a stable and level floor.
Do not spray or splash water directly onto the unit.
Do not spray any pesticide nor flammable liquid onto the unit.
Do not place any heavy object or let children and pets sit on the unit.
Do not operate dehumidifier in a small and confined space.
Damaged power cord must be replaced by a licensed technician.
Keep the clothes at least 40 cm from the air outlet to prevent water from dripping to the unit.
Machine power supply wiring must be conducted according to national wiring rules.
Power wire need to be connected with the external grounding line.
This appliance can not be used by children aged under 8 years old and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge
unless they have been given supervision or instructions concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
Fuse model specifications:3.15A.
This dehumidifier is designed to operate in a working
environment between 41°F(5℃) and 95°F (35℃).
When using the dehumidifier, other objects surrounding the
machine need to be kept at least a distance of 7.9 inches
(20cm) as shown in the picture on the right:
7.9"
7.9"
POWER

Front
Rear
Control Panel
Air Outlet Grilles
Handle
Air Inlet
( the air filter is equipped inside )
Caster
Water Tank
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PARTS
DECARIPTION
Air Filter
POWER

CONTROL
INTERFACE
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1.Control Panel
Power Button Timer Button
Humidity Display
Humidity Button
Timer Indicator Run Indicator
Speed Button Lock Button
High Indicator
Low Indicator
Lock Indicator Defrost Indicator
Power Button
Tank Full Indicator
Timer Button
Press to turn on/off the machine. Press the "TIMER", you can set the
timer by 1-hour increment within the
range of 1-24 hours.
Humidity Button Speed Button
When power-on status, press the "SET"
button to set the humidity value in 5%RH
increments.
Press to switch to "High" wind speed or
"Low" wind speed.
Lock Button
Press the button and hold for 2
seconds and the control panel
will be locked.
POWER
LOCK

OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
2.Setting
Humidity Setting
When power-on status, press the "SET" button to set the humidity value
within the range of 30%RH-80%RH in 5%RH increments (can be set again
after invalid).
Long press the button for seconds, you can adjust the humidity value
continuously. After no operation for seconds, you will exit the setting status
automatically.
When the humidity level is set at 30%RH, the dehumidifier will work at
continuous dehumidifying mode.
Timing Setting
This TIMER setting function is designed for you to set a time to turn off
(when the machine is on) or turn on (when the machine is off) the machine,
automatically by the timer.
Press the "TIMER" button, the "Timer" indicator will flash, you can set the
timer by 1-hour increment within the range of 1-24 hours, which can be
reset after invalid.
If you set the timer successfully, the "Timer" indicator light will be on, the
screen will display the current humidity, but when you press the "TIMER"
again, you can see the remaining setting time.
If the time is set to 00, this is called the invalid time.
Wind Speed Setting
In power-on status, you can press the "SPEED" button to choose the "High"
wind speed or "Low" wind speed.
Lock Setting
When the machine is turned on, press "LOCK" button for more than 2
seconds, the control panel will be locked.
To unlock this status, press this button again for more than 2 seconds.
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When the device is powered on, before any further operations, the " " indicator
light will flash, and will be on when the machine start working.
When the humidity drops to what you desire, the dehumidifier will automatically stop
and the humidity value on the screen and the " " indicator light will flash,
indicating the wet control status.
When the machine is working in high speed status, the " " indicator light will be on;
when the machine is working in low speed status, the " " indicator light will be on.
When the timer is successfully set, the " " indicator light will be on, otherwise it
will be off.
When in defrosting status, the " " indicator light will be on, otherwise it will be off.
When the water tank is full, the " " indicator light will be on.
OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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3. Display Status Description
Run
Water Overflow Protection
When the water tank is full of water, the machine will turn off automatically, the "Full"
indicator light will flash.
After you empty the water tank, this indicator light will go out, and the machine will
restart to work.
Caution: The water tank must be placed in right position, otherwise it will cause the
WATER FULL alarm as well.
Defrost Function
When the dehumidifier is running at a lower temperature, the system will automatically
determine whether there is a presence of frost. If any frost exists, it will defrost
automatically.
The fan will runs at high wind speed and the compressor will stop.
During the defrosting process, the "Defrost" indicator will flash.
Action Description
Power on:
Compressor starts after the fan work for a few seconds.
Power off:
Compressor shuts down at once, and the fan will stop after a few seconds. (When
other malfunction occurs, or the humidity reaches the desired level, the fan will stop
after tens of seconds).
The compressor features "3 minutes delay protection" function— When the
dehumidifier is powered, the compressor can only start 3 minutes after its last
shutdown.
High
Low
Timer
Defr ost
Full
Run

OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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Fault Phenomenon Analysis of Causes Processing Method
Humidity sensor failure?
Set the humidity to 30%RH, the
dehumidifier can still continue to
work, and can be used normally.
Repair and replace the humidity
sensor.
1. Water on the surface
of the humidity sensor?
2.Humidity sensor failure?
The dehumidifier is not affected
and can continue to work, and
can be used normally.
Repair and replace the humidity
sensor.
Please let the dehumidifier keep
working for a period of time,
after the water on the surface of
humidity sensor is removed, it
will return to normal.
contact Kesnos
Customer Service at for [e-mail]
4. Faults & Processing Methods
Humidity always shows
"25%RH"(There is a big
difference from the actual
humidity)
Humidity always shows
"99%RH"(There is a big
difference from the actual
humidity)

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OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Pull out the water tank in the front
side of the machine from the
bottom with both of your hands.
Discard the collected water
5. Empty The Water Tank
Two ways are available to remove the collected water.
Use the Water Tank
1 3
2
When the water tank is already full, the WATER FULL indicator will light up,
the dehumidifier will automatically shut down until the tank has been emptied
and placed back to the unit.
Empty the Water Tank
Put the water tank back in place,
the water full indicator will go out.
Note: Please insert the rubber plug into the continuous drainage port when
using the water tank for draining.

OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
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6. Continuous Drainage
OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Continuous Drainage Port
Water Tank Drainage Port
Rubber Plug
Pull out the black rubber plug, insert the water hose into the continuous drainage
port for draining.
The outlet of the water hose should be lower than the continuous drainage port
by more than 3.9 inches, and the water hose cannot be bent.
Make sure the connection is tight and there is no leaking.
Note:
Please insert the rubber plug into the water tank drainage port when using
continuous drainage.
When the continuous drainage function is not being use, please remove the
drainage hose from the continuous drainage port.

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1. Pull out the filter.
2. Clean the filter: Use a vacuum cleaner to gently remove the dust from the
surface of the filter. If the filter is very dirty, wipe it with warm water and a
mild detergent and dry it completely.
3. Slowly insert the filter back into the machine body.
When you want to store the dehumidifier because you don't use it for a long
time. Please pay attention to the following steps:
1. Empty the water in the water tank.
2. Roll up the power cord and tie it up.
3. Clean the filter.
4. Place the machine in a cool and dry environment.
WARNING:
Turn the dehumidifier off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before
Cleaning.
A- Cleaning the dehumidifier body
Please use only a soft and a bit wet textile or cloth to clean it.
B- Cleaning filter
C-Dehumidifier storage
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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TROUBLESHOOTING
If the dehumidifier is still not working properly as expected and the
troubleshooting steps or solutions above may not resolve the issue, please
unplug the power and shut down the dehumidifier then contact Kesnos
Customer Service [e-mail].

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SPECIAL NOTES
1. When using, please do not put
the machine at the soft and
uneven ground, avoid vibration
and movement.
9. Do not insert thin rods and hard
objects into the machine body to
avoid malfunction and danger.
3. When using, please keep the
machine away from heating
furnace, electric kettle and
other heat sources.
4. When using, make sure doors
and windows are closed to get
the best humidity removal effect.
5. Please do not put objects around
the body. If the ventilation is
blocked, the dehumidification
effect will be affected.
6. If do not use the product for a
long time, please unplug the
power cord.
7. When cleaning the dehumi-
difier, please use the wet textile
to wipe gently, do not shoot the
water directly.
8. Please do not put any object
on the dehumidifier.
9. Please clean the filter every
two weeks (do not use hot
water above 104°F, alcohol,
gasoline or toluene.).
10. When continuous drainage,
the drainage hose must be placed
horizontally, without unevenness
and winding.
11 . After cleaning the filter, please
do not dry it under direct sunlight,
in case deformation.
12 Before moving and carrying .
the machine, please first pour
out the water in the tank.

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TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
MODEL
PD160A
POWER SOURCE
MOTOR COMPRESSOR
REFRIGERANT
MAXLMUM ALLOWABLEPRESSURE
HIGH PRESSURE
RATED POWER (95°F, 90%RH)
RATED CURRENT (95°F, 90%RH)
LOW PRESSURE
INPUT POWER (65°F, 60%RH)
INPUT CURRENT ( , 60%RH)65°F
MOTOR FLA
120V～60Hz
230W
2.0A
128W
1.2A
0.19A
RLA: 2.5A LRA: 10.0A
R134a/5.11ozs (145g)
363PSIG (2.5MPa)
232PSIG (1.6MPa)
90PSIG (0.62MPa)
MOISTURE REMOVAL (65°F, 60%RH)
9.0 Pints/Day (4.25L/Day)
MOISTURE REMOVAL (80 ℉, 60%RH)
MOISTURE REMOVAL (86 ℉, 80%RH)
MOISTURE REMOVAL (95 ℉, 90%RH)
14 Pints/Day (6.6L/Day)
25 Pints/Day (12L/Day)
34 Pints/Day (16L/Day)
IEF( 65℉, 60%RH)
1.30 liters/kWh
DIMENSIONS
12.2*8.3*20.9 inches
NET WEIGHT
26.5LB
WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including Styrene and its compounds,
which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. For more information, please visit: www.P65Warning.ca.gov.

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Kesnos offers a 12-month warranty to all of our products together with the original
proof of purchase when a defect occured, including those newly purchased and
unused, from Kesnos or through an authorized reseller, wholly or substantially, or as
a result of faulty manufacturing parts, or workmanship during the Warranty Period.
The warranty does not apply if damage is caused by other factors, including but
without limitation of:
There are our general terms for the warranty service, but we always encourage our
customers to contact us if any issues, regardless of warranty terms. If you are
experiencing an issue with Kesnos product, you can reach out to us at
[e-mail], we will dedicate our efforts to resolve it for you.
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