Lowry LDH2002 User manual

20L Dehumidifier
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Model Number: LDH2002
220-240V AC 50/60Hz 440W

Page(s)
Safety
Instructions and Electrical Safety 3 - 4
Feature
Diagram 5
Control Panel
Diagram 6
Positioning your Dehumidifier
7
Using your
Dehumidifier 8 -12
Emptying
your Dehumidifier 13
Cleaning and Care
14 -15
Troubleshooting
16
Guarantee and Customer
Services 17
Spare
Parts 18
Connection to the Mains Supply
19
Notes
20
Specification
21
CONTENTS
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Safety Instructions
Important note: Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this
appliance. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and
usage as described in this booklet.
•This model uses natural refrigerant gas as part of its cooling system. This gas
is known as R134a (tetrafluoroethane) and is environmentally friendly but can
be combustible. Care should therefore be taken when handling or transporting
the product to ensure that none of the refrigeration circuit components are
damaged,
•Do not obstruct ventilation openings in the appliance.
•Do not cover the appliance or place any object on the control panel
•The appliance must not be placed or rested on its power cord.
•Do not use adaptors or extension leads when connecting the appliance to the
electrical power supply
•Do not plug in if the plug is damaged.
•Do not pull, twist or damage the power cable.
•Do not plug-in or un-plug the appliance with wet hands to prevent electrical
shock.
•Always store the unit in an upright position in order to maintain the compressor
working in a proper condition.
•Never insert your finger or any other object into the air outlet
•This appliance can be used by childrenaged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensoryor mental capabilitiesor 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.
•This appliance is designed to be used by adults, do not allow childrento play
with the appliance.
•The appliance is intended for residential use only.
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Safety Instructions
•Do not use in the following locations:-
Next to a source of fire.
An area where oil is likely to splash.
An area exposed to direct sunlight.
An area where water is likely to splash.
Near a bath, shower or a swimming pool.
In a greenhouse.
An area where flammable gasses or liquids are present.
Electrical Safety
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PLUGGED INTO AN EARTHED SOCKET
•Before switching on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the
same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate
on 220 –240V AC; 50Hz. Connection to any other power source may damage the
unit.
•This product may be fitted with a non re-wireable plug. If it is necessary to
change the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover
becomes lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a suitable
replacement is obtained.
•If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or
becomes damaged in any way, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted
following the wiring instructions below. This should be carried out by a qualified
electrician. The plug removed must be disposed of safely, as insertion into a 13
Amp socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard.
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FEATURE DIAGRAM
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1. Control panel
2. Air outlet grille
3. Water drawer
4. Handles
1.
2.
3.
4. 5.
7.
6.
5. Air inlet grille/filter
6. Power cord storage
7. Drain hose outlet
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CONTROL PANEL DIAGRAM
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1. Power
2. Mode Selection
3. Up Control Pad
4. Display
5. Down Control Pad
6. Timer
7. Turbo
8. Ioniser Function
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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Ioniser
Indicator
Turbo Indicator
Timer On/Off
Indicator
Water drawer
full Indicator
Dryer Operation
Indicator
Continuous Operation
Indicator Smart
Dehumidifying
Operation Indicator
Power Indicator

•This dehumidifier is intended for indoor residential applications
only. This dehumidifier should not be used for commercial or
industrial applications.
•Place the dehumidifier on a smooth, level floor strong enough to
support the unit with a full drawer of water.
•Allow at least 20cm of air space on all sides of the unit for good air
circulation.
•Allow at least 40cm of air space above the unit for good air
circulation.
•Place the unit in an area where the temperature will not fall below
5⁰C (41 ⁰ F). The coils can become covered with frost at
temperatures below 5⁰C (41 ⁰ F), which may reduce performance.
•Place the unit away from clothes dryers, heaters or radiators.
•The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most
effective.
•Close all doors, windows and other outside openings
•Do not use outdoors.
POSITIONING YOUR
DEHUMIDIFIER
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When using the dehumidifier for the first time, run the unit in
continuous mode for 24 hours
Turning the Unit On
Remove all packaging and plug the unit into a socket.
Ensure the water drawer is correctly positioned and the drain plug is
fully inserted into the drain hose outlet on the back of the unit.
Press the Power button to turn the dehumidifier on and off. The light
next to the Power button will display green when the unit is turned on.
When the unit is first switched on, the display shows the actual room
% humidity level (within 5% accuracy).
The humidity level can be set using the instructions for “Setting the
Humidity”.
Continuous Extraction Mode
In Continuous Extraction Mode, the unit will run at a high extraction
rate until the water drawer reaches the max fill level.
Press the Mode button until the light next to “Cont.” (Continuous
Extraction) is illuminated green.
Press the Mode button again twice to cancel the continuous extraction.
Note: The humidity cannot be set when the unit is operating in
Continuous Mode.
Smart Dehumidifying Mode
In the smart dehumidifying mode, the unit will automatically control
room humidity in a comfortable range 45%~55% according to the room
temperature.
Press the Mode button until the light next to “SMD.” (Smart
Dehumidifying Mode) is illuminated green.
Press the Mode button again once to cancel the Smart
Dehumidification Mode.
Note: The humidity cannot be set when the unit is operating in
Continuous Mode.
USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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Dryer Mode
For maximum extraction rate when drying clothing, use the Dryer
Mode.
The dryer mode functions like the Continuous Extraction mode but
with the additional boost of the Turbo Function. The humidity level is
automatically controlled according to the actual room humidity. The
unit will run in Drying mode for a maximum of 10 hours, or until the
water drawer is full.
Press the Mode button until the light next to “Dryer.” is illuminated
green.
Press the Mode button three times to cancel the dryer function.
Note:
The humidity cannot be set when the unit is operating in Dryer Mode.
The dryer mode must be operated in a closed room. Do not operate
with a door or window open.
Place clothes 30-50cm from the unit for best drying results.
Caution:
Do not cover the ait outlet with wet clothing, or do not place wet
clothing above the unit.
Setting the Humidity
The desired humidity level can be set within a range of 35% to 85%
Relative Humidity in 5% increments by pressing the + and –keys.
To select the desired humidity level ensure the unit is not on Dryer,
Smart Dehumidification or Continuous Extraction mode.
None of the Mode indicator lights should be green. Press the Mode
button until none of the lights are illuminated.
Use the Up and Down control pads to select the desired humidity. The
display will flash while the humidity is being set.
For drier air, press the pad and set to a lower percent value(%).
For damper air, press the pad and set a higher percent value(%).
USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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Setting the Timer
Delayed Start
The unit must be switched OFF for the Auto Start function to be
programmed.
With the unit switched off, press the Timer button until the Timer On
indicator is illuminated. “0.0” will be displayed.
Use the up and down controls to select the desired delayed start time.
The delayed start time can be adjusted in 0.5 hour increments up to 10
hours, and then in 1 hour increments up to 25 hours.
The selected time will stay on the display for 5 seconds, and will then
disappear. The countdown to the start time can be viewed by pressing the
Timer button again.
Auto Stop
The Auto Stop function can be set when the unit is either switched On or
Off.
Press the Timer button until the Timer Off indicator is illuminated.
Use the up and down controls to select the desired end time.
The stop time can be adjusted in 0.5 hour increments up to 10 hours, and
then in 1 hour increments up to 25 hours.
The selected time will stay on the display for 5 seconds, and will then
disappear. The Auto Stop time can be viewed by pressing the Timer button
again.
Both the Delayed Start and Auto Stop functions can be initiated in the
same sequence. In this instance, both Timer On and Off indicators will be
illuminated.
Note: Turning the unit On or Off at any time will cancel the Delayed Start
or Auto Stop functions and the unit can take 2 minutes to restart.
If the time is adjusted to “0.0” this will also cancel the Timer function.
If the water drawer is full or “P2” is displayed, the Delayed Start and Auto
Stop functions will be cancelled.