Mitsubishi Electric MJ-E16V-S1 User manual

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Operating Before using the unit
Troubleshooting
DEHUMIDIFIER
MODEL
MJ-E16V-S1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Features
●Powerful Dehumidifying
●Drying inside
●Easy Dehumidifying
Table of Contents page
¡Recommended ways of using the unit
depending on purpose .........................2
¡Frequently Asked Questions ...............2
¡Precautions............................................3
¡Warnings ................................................5
¡Tips on dehumidifying..........................5
¡Names and Functions of Parts ............6
Unit-Control Panel (COLD/DEF/FULL)
¡Things to be aware of...........................8
¡Before using your dehumidifier...........8
¡Carrying the unit ...................................9
¡Turning the Unit ON and OFF ..............9
To t u r n ON/To turn OFF
¡Setting modes .....................................10
AUTO/LOW, LAUNDRY, LOW TEMP and
AIR PURIFIER
¡Drying inside .......................................11
¡Using the OFF Timer...........................12
¡Removing Water from the Tank..........12
¡Continuous Drainage..........................13
¡Maintenance ........................................14
¡Replacing the Air Purifying Filter......15
¡Storage and Disposal .........................15
¡Troubleshooting ..................................16
¡Specifications......................................18
¡In order to ensure correct usage, please read
this instruction manual carefully and retain it for
future reference.
¡Before accepting the Warranty at the time of
purchase, please make sure that the date of
purchase, place of purchase and other items
are correctly filled in the form.
Protect our environment and enrich our lives by
saving energy
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Recommended ways of using
the unit depending on purpose
Objective
Recommended
operating
mode
Procedure
Press the
power button
(the unit
turns on)
Page 9
Select the
mode
Page 10
Frequently Asked Questions
When you don’t know
what humidity level
to set the unit to...
What should
I set it to?
Lowering
room humidity
When you don’t want
to hang the clothes
outside or it is
raining...
Drying
laundry
When condensation
occurs indoors...
To keep the inside
of closets and
shoeboxes dry...
AUTO
The unit operates until
the air is comfortable.
LAUNDRY
The unit operates at
High.
LOW TEMP
The unit changes the
airflow according to
room temperature.
LOW
The unit operates at
Low.
Direct the
air flow
Preventing condensation
Turn the power on Turn the power on Turn the power on
Select AUTO Select
LOW TEMP
Select LAUNDRY Select LOW
Q. Why does the dehumidifier seem to collect less water in winter?
Q. Why doesn’t the dehumidifier operate? Why does the unit stop operating suddenly?
A. The unit might be in AUTO mode.
The unit automatically switches between dehumidifying, airflow only, and non-operation.
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A. When the temperature and humidity are low, the
amount of water collected is decreased.
In winter, because the temperature is lower than in
summer, the effects of the dehumidifier decrease
dramatically as shown in the graph below.
Although less water collects in the tank, this is not a
malfunction.
Room temperature (°C)
Dehumidification capacity (L/day)
0
2
4
6
8
12
14
16
10
51015202530
Summer (Humidity) Winter
*
If the temperature is low, but the humidity is high due
to snow or rain, operating the unit in LOW TEMP mode
will yield better results than in LOW mode.
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Value for LOW when humidity is 60%
¡The values shown on
the graph were
measured at constant
temperature and
humidity and do not
reflect values obtained
in actual usage
conditions.
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Before using the unit
Precautions
Do not start/stop the unit by
plugging/unplugging the power
cord.
This may result in fire and/or electric shock.
Do not use extension cords or
multiple head adapters.
This may result in fire, electric shock or
malfunctions.
Do not damage or modify the
power cord or plug.
Do not modify, bundle, twist, bend or heat the
power cord. Do not place under objects or
use with the end close to the plug bent.
The cord may be damaged resulting in fire or
electric shock. (Keep pets from biting the
cord.)
Do not put your
fingers or any long
object, into the air
intake/outlet.
The internal fan rotates at high speeds, and
such actions may result in injury or
malfunctions.
Do not attempt to repair,
disassemble, or modify the unit.
This may result in fire and/or electric shock.
See the last page for service contact details.
Do not put the unit near heat-
generating devices (such as stoves,
fan heaters, etc.).
The plastic parts may melt causing fire.
Wipe dust off the power plug and
insert the plug firmly.
If the plug is not fully inserted into the
socket, dust may gather on the connectors
which may cause fire and/or electric
shock.
Use 220-240V AC power sockets.
Connecting to power sockets other than 220-
240V AC may result in fire and/or electric
shock.
Remove water that has collected
in the tank.
Accidentally drinking the water or using it for
other purposes may cause illness and/or
unforeseen accidents.
Should abnormal symptoms occur
(a burning smell, etc.), switch off
the unit and unplug it from the
socket.
Continuing to operate the unit may result in
fire, electric shock, or malfunctions.
See the last page for service contact details.
The following diagrams indicate circumstances where
danger can result from mishandling the unit.
Meanings of the graphic symbols used in this manual and
on the unit are explained below.
WARNING
Mishandling may result
in fatal or serious
injuries.
CAUTION
Mishandling may result in
injuries or damage to your
home or property, etc.
Always
follow the
instructions
WARNING
Forbidden
Keep
away
from fire
Do not
disassemble
Do not
subject to
water
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CAUTION
Do not use combustion appliances
in the path of the
air outlet.
This may cause
incomplete combustion in the appliance.
Do not use the unit in places
where chemicals are used (such
as hospitals, factories,
laboratories or beauty salons).
Chemicals and solvents evaporated in the
air may harm the unit and cause water in the
tank to leak, resulting in damage to
property.
Do not use the unit for special
purposes, such as preservation of
food, art or scientific works.
This may negatively affect
the quality of the items stored.
Do not drain water continuously if
there is a possibility that
temperature around the hose could
drop to freezing point.
Water inside the hose may freeze and prevent
the water in the tank from flowing out.
The water may leak from the unit and damage
surrounding objects.
Do not use the unit in places
that may be subject to oil or
flammable gas leakage.
Such a leak around the unit may cause
combustion and fire.
Do not remove the
Styrofoam from the
floating element.
The floating element will not
be able to detect a full tank
resulting in water leakage, which may
damage surrounding objects or cause
electric shock and/or an electric leak.
Do not wash the unit
with water. Do not
use the unit where it
is likely to come in
contact with water.
Exposure to water may result in fire or
electric shock caused by an electric leak .
Do not point air-flow from the unit
directly at the body.
If air-flow is directed at the
body for long periods, it
may harm one’s physical
condition and lead to
dehydration.
Install the unit in a location where
the floor is flat and stable.
If the unit falls over, the water collected in the
water tank may leak damaging surrounding
objects and in turn result in fire or electric
shock caused by an electrical leak.
Grasp the plug and
remove from the
power socket.
When removing the plug from
the power socket, do not pull on it diagonally
or by the cord as this may cause the
projections/wiring to be damaged resulting in
a short circuit, electric shock or fire.
Before moving the unit always
switch it off, unplug it and remove
water from the water tank.
Moving the unit with water in its tank may
cause the water to leak and damage the
surrounding objects and in turn result in
electric shock and/or an electric leak.
Do not cover the front or side air
intakes or the air outlet with cloth,
curtain, etc.
This results in poor ventilation and
may cause heat generation/fire.
Do not stand on, sit on or lean
against the unit.
The unit may tip over causing injury.
Do not put vases or any other
objects filled with water on the unit.
Water may leak into the unit adversely affecting
electric insulation and cause electric shock
and/or fire by short-circuiting.
Do not use the unit where it may be
exposed to direct sunlight or other
weather conditions. (This unit
is for indoor use only.)
This may cause overheating,
electric shock and/or fire
caused by an electric leak.
Do not use the unit in narrow,
enclosed places such as inside
closets, between
pieces of furniture, etc.
This results in poor
ventilation and may cause
heat generation and/or fire.
Precautions (cont.)
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●Keep the unit always in an upright
position.
Inclining the unit may cause water in the
tank to leak into the unit, resulting in
malfunction. Should this happen contact
service number on the last page for advice.
●Damage to the dehumidifier caused by
atmospheric conditions (ie. Salt or Sulphur)
will not be covered under warranty.
●Do not carry the unit horizontally.
This may result in malfunctions.
Such malfunctions are NOT
covered under warranty.
CAUTION
After emptying the tank,
transport the unit by grasping
the handle firmly.
Losing your footing while carrying the
unit may cause personal injury or
damage to the floor.
When using the continuous
drainage outlet, make sure to
position the hose so that the
water drains without
obstruction.
The water in the tank may leak and
damage surrounding objects.
When draining water
continuously or left
unattended for long periods,
inspect the unit every two
weeks.
Do not allow debris to clog the
filter/hose as this may cause over-
heating/leakage.
Use the unit with caution in
rooms where the walls,
furniture and art work are
vulnerable to dry air, as it may
cause cracks and warping.
Switch the unit off
and unplug from
the power source
when cleaning it.
When the unit is on, the internal
fan rotates at high speeds and may
cause injury.
Unplug the unit from the
power source when not using
the unit for an extended
period of time.
Otherwise it may cause fire and/or
electric shock caused by an electric
leak.
Tips on dehumidifying
Drain the water tank before use
Drying laundry indoors
Use the dehumidifier in a small, enclosed room.
Maintain room temperature above 16°C
with a heater.
¡Direct the louvres at the laundry.
¡Space laundry to improve airflow.
¡Drying times will vary depending on the nature of the
laundry and the room temperature. In low
temperatures, drying takes about twice as long as
normal. In low temperatures (10°C), drying takes
about twice as long as when normal (20°C+).
¡The airflow is strongest to the top right of the unit.
Refrain from opening
doors/windows during operation
Installing your dehumidifier
Make sure to leave
some space around the
unit.
<For use in close proximity
to a wall>
Use the unit with the
louvre in the vertical
position. Blowing air at the
wall may cause staining.
Operating noise
Place the unit on top of a mat. This reduces
vibration and noise. It also prevents leaving
depressions on carpets.
At least 50 cm
At least
2 cm
At least
20 cm
At least 20 cm
At least
20 cm
Warnings
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Before using the unit
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Names and Functions of Parts
Front
Back
Power plug
Sensor
Do not cover.
Side air intakes (left/right)
Do not block.
Control panel
Air purifying filter
Already installed at time of purchase
Handle
Raise handle to transport.
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Pre-filter
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Water tank
8·12
Front panel
14
Louvre
8
Continuous drainage outlet
13
Tank lid
8·12
Floating element
12
Front door
The water tank may contain water residue at
time of purchase. This is from final product
testing at the factory and is not due to a defect.
Control
Panel
COLD
(COLD lamp)
The lamp lights up if
the room temperature
drops below 15°C.
Activating LOW TEMP
mode is recommended.
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It is impossible to remove the back panel
because the two spots shown are fastened with
two special screws.
If the unit malfunctions, contact your Mitsubishi
dealer:
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NOTE
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Before using the unit
All modes include dehumidifier
and air purifier functions.
Air purifier only operation.
The dehumidifier function is
disabled.
You can select from 5 operating modes.
¡AUTO
¡LOW
¡LAUNDRY
¡LOW TEMP
¡AIR PURIFIER
DEF (DEF lamp) FULL (TANK FULL lamp)
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10
9
11
Airflow (dehumidifying) will stop and the frost
that has accumulated inside will be melted and
dropped into the tank when the lamp is on.
Please wait a moment as operation will resume
in around 5 minutes.
While in DEFROST mode, airflow
(dehumidifying) will stop. The sounds
coming from the unit will also change.
DEFROST will start automatically when room temperature
drops below 15°C (This may be as often as once every
40 minutes).
The unit automatically shuts down and indicates
with the lamp and sound that the water tank is
full.
Empty the water tank.
¡Tank full lamp lights. (The unit beeps.)
¡Airflow stops
¡Lamp turns off
• After removing the water and replacing the tank, the Tank
full lamp will go off, and then the unit will automatically
return to operation mode.
• When the Tank full lamp is lit, no operation but ON/OFF is
possible.
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¡OFF Timer Lamp
Set time lights.
¡OFF Timer button
For setting the Timer.
¡Power button
Use this to switch
the unit ON and
OFF.
¡Drying inside
lamp
Flashes when drying
inside in progress.
¡Drying inside
button
Activates/deactivates
drying inside.
¡Lamp
Current mode lights.
¡Auto button
Switches mode to AUTO.
¡Mode button
For switching from one
operating mode to
another.
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Room temperature may rise
2-4°C during operation
The dehumidifier does not have a cooler
function. Due to heat produced during operation,
the room temperature may rise 2-4°C.
As a result, the unit may blow warm air, but this
is not due to a malfunction. During winter, the air
may not feel warm as the temperature is below
body temperature.
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Things to be
aware of
Before using your
dehumidifier
Inserting the water
tank correctly
Tank lid
Open the front door.
Confirm that the lid is
securely attached to
the water tank. Push
the tank in.
Open the louvre
Front door
Plug the power cord
into the power socket
Use a 220-240V AC power socket only.
How does the dehumidifier
work?
If you pour cold water into a cup, the air around
it becomes cold, causing water droplets to form
on the surface of the cup.
The dehumidifier takes advantage of this
phenomenon to remove moisture from the air.
1The unit draws air from the room, cools it with
its cooling coil, causing the moisture to
transform into water droplets.
2The water droplets fall into the water tank.
3The dehumidified air is reheated by the
heating coil, and then discharged.
The humidity of the room is thus reduced by
repeating steps 1, 2, and 3.
Re-heating coil
Cooling coil
Moist air
Compressor
Dried (warm) air
Water tank
1
2
3
Open the louvre
manually and set it
to a desired angle
(7 possible
positions).
Information
When the unit is next to a wall, do not point the
louvre at the wall, as this may cause staining.
The noise of the airflow changes according to the
angle of the louvre. Set the louvre to the vertical
position for minimum noise.
Note
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To turn ON
¡Power lamp lights.
To start dehumidifying, select the desired
mode.
To turn OFF
¡Power lamp turns off.
Close the louvre manually.
<If drying inside is set>
Drying inside will operate. Set the louvre
upright.
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Operating Before using the unit
Carrying the
Unit
Tur ning the Unit
ON and OFF
∞Do not carry the unit on its side as this may
cause malfunctions.
∞Do not let the power cord drag, as this may
damage the cord.
Note
Before moving the unit, first make sure to
remove water from the water tank and
close the louvre.
The dehumidifier remembers the
operating mode. Even if the plug is
disconnected or the power turned off, the
unit restarts at the previous setting.
Pull the handle out,
and grasp with a firm
grip
Press
The compressor does not activate for 3 minutes
when the unit is turned ON immediately after
turning it OFF or plugging it into the power
socket. (In order to protect the compressor.)
When dehumidifying begins, the operational
noise increases.
Information
Press
∞ If the room temperature falls below 15 ° C,
defrosting mode is activated once every 40
minutes (for about 5 minutes) causing water to
drain to the tank.
∞ The unit can operate in a room temperature range
of 1-35°C.
However, if the room temperature exceeds 35°C,
the unit may operate in blower mode or increase
the airflow. This is because the temperature within
the unit rises causing the protection mechanism to
operate. In order to lower the temperature within the
unit, when using the louvre in the vertical position.
• If the temperature is below 1°C, the extracted
water is close to freezing disabling the
dehumidifier, and only the blower is operational.
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¡AUTO
The unit operates intermittently controlling the
airflow to remove the damp feeling in the air.
(There is no need to set the humidity level.)
When the room temperature is high, the blower
operates to decrease the damp feeling.
¡LOW
The dehumidifier operates at Low regardless of
the humidity level.
¡LAUNDRY
The dehumidifier operates at High regardless of
the humidity level.
¡LOW TEMP
The unit operates continuously automatically
controlling airflow according to room
temperature. The airflow is strongest below 15°C.
The use of LOW TEMP mode is recommended
when the COLD lamp is lit.
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¡AIR PURIFIER
The unit cleans the air by passing it through the
pre-filter and air purifying filter.
The dehumidifying function is disabled.
∞The air passes through the pre-filter and air
purifying filter in all modes, cleaning the air
even if the air purifier lamp is not lit.
∞Cigarette smoke and toxins found in smoke,
such as carbon monoxide, cannot be removed
with these filters.
Humidity level (%)
Room
temperature
(°C)
50
20 3027
60
Room temperature is
below 27°C - the unit
automatically sets the
humidity level
according to the
temperature.
Room temperature is
above 27°C - the unit
lowers the humidity
level to 50%, then
activates the blower.
The dehumidifier is
reactivated when
humidity rises to 60%.
¡When temperature/humidification lowers, dehumidification level lowers.
2
Setting modes
Press
Press
Changes with
every press
When the temperature is low, condensation may
still form on windows exposed to the outside air
even when LOW TEMP mode is operating.
Information
Information
LOW, LAUNDRY, LOW
TEMP and AIR PURIFIER
LOW mode is for when you want to leave
the dehumidifier on, LAUNDRY mode is
for when you want to dry laundry, LOW
TEMP mode is for preventing
condensation or when the room
temperature is low and AIR PURIFIER
mode is for when you want to use only
the air purification function.
¡Selected
mode lamp
lights
AUTO
When you want to dehumidify easily.
¡AUTO lamp lights
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Operating
<Drying inside operation> This operation takes approximately one hour. However, when the room
temperature is below 1°C, drying time is shortened to protect the compressor.
Drying inside
The inside of the unit can be dried to suppress mildew growth on the cooler.
On days the dehumidifier is used, drying inside is recommended.
Press while the unit is on Press while the unit is off
To abort drying inside
Press the drying inside button while the unit is
performing internal cleaning (the drying inside
lamp turns off)
The power button does not abort drying inside.
(Normal operation begins.)
∞It is recommended that the louvre be set upright when using drying inside. (Closing the louvre may
produce noise.)
∞Connecting/disconnecting the power plug deactivates automatic operation.
∞This function does not remove existing mildew. Also, aborting drying inside may cause the benefits to
diminish.
∞The moisture expelled from inside the unit may cause the humidity level of the room to rise.
∞The air leaving the unit may appear white depending on the humidity or temperature of the room.
∞The moisture expelled from inside the unit may smell due to odorants that were not caught by the filter
dissolving in the water.
∞The OFF timer cannot be set during drying inside.
Information
OFF
Regular
Regular
operation
operation
Dehumidifier
Air purifier
Drying inside operation (approx. one hour.)
Airflow
Approx.
30min.
Airflow stops; compressor
activates (operating sound)
Compressor operates according
to room temperature
Approx. 20min.
Compressor
stops
Airflow
Approx.
10min.
Unit
stops
auto-
mati-
cally
Operating
sounds
Automatic operation
To activate drying inside after every use.
¡Drying inside standby
(Drying inside lamp lit)
Drying inside starts when operation ends
When the unit is turned off or the OFF timer ends.
¡Drying inside starts
Drying inside lamp flashes.
Power lamp turns off.
Set the louvre upright.
Drying inside mode
¡Drying inside ends
The Drying inside lamp turns off.
Close the louvre.
<To deactivate automatic operation>
Press the Drying inside button while the unit is on
(the Drying inside lamp turns off)
Manual operation
To activate drying inside by pressing a button.
¡Drying inside starts
Drying inside lamp flashes.
Power lamp turns off.
Set the louvre upright.
Drying inside mode
¡Drying inside ends
The Drying inside lamp turns off.
Close the louvre.
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¡If the lid is not properly closed, you may have
problems removing the tank.
¡If the tank is not installed correctly, the tank full
light will come on, and the unit will not operate.
Pour the
water out
as shown.
Confirm that the lid is
securely attached to the
water tank, and push the
tank in. Close the front
door.
1Open the louvre manually
2Switch the power on
3Select operating mode
Select desired operating mode
4Set operating time
10
9
8
➝The OFF Timer is set
¡OFF Timer lamp indicates remaining time
¡Power automatically turns off at set time
If drying inside is set to activate automatically,
drying inside activates.
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Note
Grasp handle and
slide out.
Open the front door.
<Hold the tank
this way>
Do not remove or dismantle the floating element in
the tank. If it is removed, the unit cannot detect
when the tank is full, and this could result in
leakage.
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Using the OFF
Timer
The OFF timer can be set for each 2, 4, 8 hours.
Set the timer when the power is switched on.
Removing Water
from the Tank
The unit automatically shuts down and lights the Tank
full lamp when the tank (approximately 4L) is full.
Empty the tank.
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432
Press
Press
No Display
(Low mode)
¡One press - 2 is
displayed
¡Each consecutive
press displays the
following setting
(2, 4, 8)
To cancel
<When you want to turn the unit off>
Press the Power button.
(Power off)
<When you want to disable the Timer
OFF mode, and continue operation>
Hold down the button
until the OFF Timer lamp
goes out. The unit returns
to Low mode. Press
∞Empty the water tank before operating. The unit
stops and the Tank full lamp lights if the tank
becomes full during operation.
∞The OFF timer cannot be set while drying
inside is operating.
Information
1Remove the water tank.
2Remove the tank lid, and empty.
3Reattach the tank lid and replace
the water tank.
Floating element
Do not remove or
dismantle the float.
Tank lid
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Operating
Continuous Drainage
If a drain is available, the unit can continuously drain excess water by attaching a commercially available hose
(internal diameter 15mm).
The unit can be operated for extensive periods without the need to empty the water tank.
1Remove the water tank.
2Open the drainage outlet.
3Press drain stopper.
4Insert the hose into the drainage
outlet on the back.
1Feed the commercially available hose (ID
15 mm) into the drainage outlet while keeping
the stopper pressed.
2Feed the hose into the
drainage outlet.
3Confirm that the hose
is securely attached
and does not leak.
5Replace the tank, and set the end
of the hose in the drain.
The unit cannot operate without returning the tank.
CAUTION
Open the front door. Grasp handle and
pull out.
Drain
Stopper
Push here
¡hose immersed in
water
¡hose raised to a
level higher than
the drainage outlet
/The water will not
drain.
Note
Hose
∞Leave a minimum space of 20 cm behind the unit for attaching the hose.
∞Confirm that the hose does not show signs of deterioration such as cracks and clogging.
∞Inspect the hose every 2 weeks. Insects or dirt blocking the hose may cause leakage resulting in
malfunctions.
How to set up the drainage hose
Correctly installed Incorrectly
installed
Necessary items
¡Commercially available hose (ID 15mm)
Long enough to reach the drain.
¡Side Cutters Do not drain water continuously if there
is a possibility that temperatures around
the hose could drop below freezing point.
Water inside the hose may freeze and water may leak
from the unit and damage surrounding objects.
When draining water continuously or left
unattended for long periods, inspect the
unit once a fortnight.
Foreign objects, etc. could clog the hose
resulting in overheating and/or leakage.
Use cutters to cut the three
fixing ribs of the continuous
drainage port on the back of
the main unit, then remove it
carefully making sure that it
does not fall inside the unit.
210mm
125mm
Position of drainage outlet
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Once every two weeks
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1Remove holding
the bottom.
2Remove
holding the
tabs.
1Attach holding the
tabs.
2Hook the top edge
to the top part of
the unit and push
the bottom in.
Hose with lukewarm water when
excessively soiled. Dry well.
The air purifying filter cannot be washed in water.
Replace the air purifying filter when it becomes
dirty.
Face the honeycomb side of
the air purifying filter up and fit
in the inside of the tabs of the
pre-filter.
Front panel
Pre-filter
Honeycomb side
Tabs (6)
Air purifying filter
Pre-filter
Maintenance
Do not use detergents, cleaning agents for heat exchange equipment, abrasive powders, chemically treated dusters,
gasoline, benzene, thinners or other solvents, as they can damage the unit or the water tank, which may result in
leakage.
Water tank · Main unit
Wipe with
a soft cloth.
Floating element
Do not remove or dismantle.
Do not remove the louvre
front door.
Pre-filter
1Remove the front panel and pre-
filter.
2Remove the air purifying filter.
5 Attach the pre-filter and front
panel.
4Fit the air purifying filter.
3Clean the pre-filter.
Remove grit with
vacuum cleaner.
¡The unit draws in dust present in
the air, and this may cause the
tank to gradually become dirty.
If the dirt does not come off
easily, wash with cold or warm
water, then wipe with a soft, dry
cloth.
¡Mildew may form in the tank
unless kept clean.
If the metal fin inside the main unit is
slightly bent, the unit's performance is
not affected.
Cleaning
Debris clogging the pre-filter reduces the effectiveness of the dehumidifier.
Clean once every 2 weeks.
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Replacing the Air
Purifying Filter
The air purifying filter is disposable.
Make sure to replace the filter when it becomes dirty.
(The filter cannot be washed or reused.)
Storage and
Disposal
Storage
Air purifying filter for replacement
∞Type: MJPR-SXFT
∞Type code: 5C5 813
For these items contact your nearest Mitsubishi
Electric dealer.
Parts sold separately
When to replace it
Replace the filter when it becomes dirty
(brownish) with cigarette smoke, dust, etc.
Generally, one filter should last about 6 months.
(This will depend on usage conditions.)
After switching the unit off, leave for one day until
any water inside has had time to run off, then carry
out the following steps.
1Perform drying inside.
Performing drying inside to prevent mildew
growth is recommended.
2Bundle
power cord.
3Remove the
drainage
water.
Empty the water tank
and wipe away any
remaining drops of
water.
4Clean the
pre-filter.
Remove grit with
vacuum cleaner.
5Store the unit.
¡When you are sure that all parts of the
unit are dry, cover it with a cloth to keep
it from dust.
¡Store the unit in an upright position in a
place not exposed to direct sunlight.
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When disposing the unit
Dispose according to the garbage regulations in
your district.
¡Air purifying filter
Material: PP, PET
¡Unit
Do not disassemble. Dispose according to the
garbage regulations in your district.
Replacing air purifying
filter
For maintenance procedures see
1Remove the front panel and
pre-filter
2Replace air-purifying filter
3Attach air filter and front panel
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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
¡For the symptoms listed below, refer to the remedies listed right.
Symptom Cause/Remedy
The unit blows warm air
Water does not collect in
the water tank (minimal
dehumidifying results)
The unit does not turn on
(no air comes out)
The unit keeps turning off
The humidity level does
not reach the level set
The unit continues to
operate even though it is
turned off
The water tank contains
liquid or white water
residue
There is black residue on
the inside of the water tank
and lid
¡Dehumidified air passes through heating coils causing it to
warm (this unit is not a cooler). This is not a malfunction.
¡Check to see if the temperature/humidity is low.
Low room temperature/humidity reduces dehumidifying
effectiveness (in winter, the air is cooler reducing the amount
of water collected).
This is not a malfunction.
¡Check to see if the power cord is correctly plugged.
➝Plug the power cord properly into the power socket.
¡Check to see if anything is blocking the air intake or outlet.
➝Remove the obstruction.
¡Check to see if the pre-filter is clogged.
➝Clean according to the maintenance procedures.
¡Check to see if the unit is in AUTO.
The unit is automatically controlling the dehumidifier, fan, and
standby times.
¡Check to see if the water tank is full.
➝Empty the water tank and return it to its original position.
¡Check to see if the water tank is inserted properly.
➝Adjust the position of the water tank.
¡Check to see if the unit is in defrosting mode.
The unit activates defrosting mode when the room temperature
drops below 15°C. The dehumidifier and blower functions stop
during defrosting.
¡Check to see if the room is not too large.
¡Check to see if the exits to the room are open.
➝Refrain from opening doors/windows during operation.
¡Check to see if steam producing appliances such as kerosene
heaters are on in the vicinity.
¡Is the unit set to drying inside mode?
This function activates automatically after the unit finishes
operating.
¡The residue is from final product testing at the factory. It is not
a result of a malfunction.
¡The residue is from debris in the air.
➝Clean according to the maintenance procedures.
Lights
Indicates
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8
4
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Symptom Cause/Remedy
¡Check to see if the unit is on a slope or uneven surface.
➝Move to a sturdy even surface.
¡Check to see if the pre-filter is clogged.
→Clean according to the maintenance procedures.
¡Operating the unit in small rooms or in tight spaces sometimes
causes the sound to reverberate.
➝Place a mat underneath the unit.
The unit
makes
noises
The operating
noise is
loud/reverberates
The operating
sound suddenly
increases in volume
The wind sound
changes in volume
The unit
produces a
simmering sound
The unit produces
a buzz that
sounds
intermittently (or
the compressor
does not activate)
When first used
During drying
inside
The unit
produces
an odour
¡The sound increases when the compressor activates
(3 minutes after turning on the unit or during One-touch
dehumidifier and Automatic modes).
¡ The volume of the sound differs depending on the angle of the louver.
¡This is the sound of the refrigerant.
The sound can be heard while the refrigerant stabilizes after
the unit turns on, changes modes, or stops.
¡This is the sound of the compressor.
In modes that monitor the humidity level or during drying
inside the compressor operates intermittently causing the
sound to be heard occasionally.
The compressor does not activate after turning the unit off, or
for 3 minutes after plugging the unit into a power socket. (This
is to protect the compressor from damage.)
¡The heat converter heats rapidly causing a brief odour. This is
not a malfunction.
¡The moisture expelled from inside the unit may smell due to
odorants that were not caught by the air purifying filter
dissolving in the water. This is not a malfunction.
Digital display Cause/Remedy
All the Mode lamps are lit
(Low, Laundry, Low Temp and Air
Purifier)
¡Error message
All the Timer lamps are lit
lamp flashes
¡Check to see if the power cord is plugged into the power
socket properly.
➝Plug the power cord into the power socket properly.
¡Check to see if anything is blocking the air outlet.
➝Remove the obstruction, and plug the power cord into the
power socket again.
¡Check to see if the pre-filter is clogged.
➝Clean according to the maintenance procedures.
¡Malfunction
➝Take note of the error message, unplug the power cord, and
seek service assistance using the number on the next page.
¡If the symptoms persist even after following the prescribed remedies, or the error message does not
disappear, unplug the power cord, and seek service assistance using the number on the next page.
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Specifications
Dimensions (h ×w ×d) 570mm ×384mm ×183mm
Water tank capacity stops automatically at approx. 4.0L
Weight 11.7kg
Power consumption 275W
Power supply Single phase 220-240V 50Hz
Model MJ-E16V-S1
Dehumidifying capacity 16 L/day
∞The dehumidifying capacity is a value obtained when the dehumidifier is continuously run at a room
temperature of 30°C and humidity of 80%. It indicates the amount of dehumidification per day (24 hours).
∞Standby power approximately 1.5W.
Fill in the following for your future reference.
Place of purchase: Telephone number:
Authorised Service Centre: Telephone number:
Date of purchase: Day Month Year
This symbol mark is for EU countries only.
This symbol mark is according to the directive
2002/96/EC Article 10 Information for users and
Annex IV.
Your MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and
components which can be recycled and reused.
This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of
separately from your household waste.
Please, dispose of this equipment at your local community waste collection/recycling centre.
In the European Union there are separate collection systems for
used electrical and electronic product.
Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!
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