Panasonic F-YHC12X User manual

Operating Instructions
Model No. F-YHC12X
Warranty included Thank you very much for purchasing this Panasonic product.
• Please read these operating instructions carefully in order to use the product
correctly and in a safe manner.
• Also, be sure to read the “Safety precautions” section (page 6-9) before use.
• Make sure that the correct information is written on the warranty card, including
the date of purchase and the name of the distributor.
Keep the warranty documentation in a safe place along with the operating
instructions for future reference.
Dehumidifier
The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Please disconnect the power plug and empty the tank before doing any maintenance work.

What is hybrid technology?
All-season
Hybrid dehumidification technology takes the
best of both compressor technology and
desiccant technology.
Tips for drying clothes
● Tips on hanging clothes,
positioning the dehumidifier,
taking clothes down, etc.
( page 14)
The 2-way air outlet blows cool air
from the front and dry air from the
back for a wide range of uses!
( page 10)
The multi-directional
swing mechanism
allows you to blow
air in a range of
directions to hang
dry clothes indoors
in various layouts.
( page 16, 17)
Hybrid technology provides powerful
dehumidification year-round, during
both hot and humid seasons and
cold seasons!
(What is hybrid technology? next page)
This hybrid dehumidifier lets you
For a Cool breeze
This dehumidifier is not an air conditioner. It can
emit cool air, but unlike an air conditioner it cannot
cool an entire room. When used in an enclosed
space, the room temperature may rise instead.
Cool air louver (manual) Dehumidifying louver (automatic)
● What is the temperature
and humidity sensor?
( page 15)
● To stop the dehumidifier
automatically when your
clothes are dried.
Room humidify control
Dry clothes
● To maintain a pleasant humidity
● To dehumidify quietly
● To dehumidify quickly
● To dehumidify during cold seasons
Page
18
Page
12
Page
13
Dehumidify and dry
clothes year-round!
Efficient
dehumidification
in humid seasons!
Powerful
dehumidification
during cold
seasons!
Dry clothes
indoors during
pollen season!
Dry out the
bathroom and cool
off after a bath!
Efficient
dehumidification
in humid seasons!
Powerful
dehumidification
during cold
seasons!
Dry clothes
indoors during
pollen season!
Dry out the
bathroom and cool
off after a bath!
● When you want a little cool breeze
such as after a bath or when putting
on makeup or cooking during hot and
humid seasons.
Push to
open
Dehumidifies by cooling air using
a coolant to cause condensation
Dehumidifies using a
desiccant (zeolite)
Compressor technology Desiccant technology
Heat from the radiator
passes to the heater
Heater
Cooler
Radiator
Condensed
water
Tank
Compressor
Dehumidifying
rotor (zeolite)
Moisture from
the rotor passes
to the cooler
but weaker
dehumidification at
low temperatures
Low power
consumption,
but higher power
consumption
Powerful
dehumidification
regardless of
temperature,
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What is hybrid technology?
All-season
Hybrid dehumidification technology takes the
best of both compressor technology and
desiccant technology.
Tips for drying clothes
● Tips on hanging clothes,
positioning the dehumidifier,
taking clothes down, etc.
( page 14)
The 2-way air outlet blows cool air
from the front and dry air from the
back for a wide range of uses!
( page 10)
The multi-directional
swing mechanism
allows you to blow
air in a range of
directions to hang
dry clothes indoors
in various layouts.
( page 16, 17)
Hybrid technology provides powerful
dehumidification year-round, during
both hot and humid seasons and
cold seasons!
(What is hybrid technology? next page)
This hybrid dehumidifier lets you
For a Cool breeze
This dehumidifier is not an air conditioner. It can
emit cool air, but unlike an air conditioner it cannot
cool an entire room. When used in an enclosed
space, the room temperature may rise instead.
Cool air louver (manual) Dehumidifying louver (automatic)
● What is the temperature
and humidity sensor?
( page 15)
● To stop the dehumidifier
automatically when your
clothes are dried.
Room humidify control
Dry clothes
● To maintain a pleasant humidity
● To dehumidify quietly
● To dehumidify quickly
● To dehumidify during cold seasons
Page
18
Page
12
Page
13
Dehumidify and dry
clothes year-round!
Efficient
dehumidification
in humid seasons!
Powerful
dehumidification
during cold
seasons!
Dry clothes
indoors during
pollen season!
Dry out the
bathroom and cool
off after a bath!
Efficient
dehumidification
in humid seasons!
Powerful
dehumidification
during cold
seasons!
Dry clothes
indoors during
pollen season!
Dry out the
bathroom and cool
off after a bath!
● When you want a little cool breeze
such as after a bath or when putting
on makeup or cooking during hot and
humid seasons.
Push to
open
Dehumidifies by cooling air using
a coolant to cause condensation
Dehumidifies using a
desiccant (zeolite)
Compressor technology Desiccant technology
Heat from the radiator
passes to the heater
Heater
Cooler
Radiator
Condensed
water
Tank
Compressor
Dehumidifying
rotor (zeolite)
Moisture from
the rotor passes
to the cooler
but weaker
dehumidification at
low temperatures
Low power
consumption,
but higher power
consumption
Powerful
dehumidification
regardless of
temperature,
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●Part names ............................................... 4
●Safety precautions ................................... 6
●Points to note ......................................... 10
• 2-way air outlet .................................................... 10
• Effectiveness of the filter...................................... 10
• When moving the dehumidifier ............................10
• When operating ................................................... 11
• Positioning the dehumidifier ................................ 11
●Room humidity control ........................... 12
●Dry clothes ............................................. 13
●Tips for drying clothes ............................ 14
● Adjusting the air swing and
louver directions ..................................... 16
●For a cool breeze ................................... 18
●Other useful functions ............................ 19
• Timer .................................................................... 19
• Turning the Hybrid and Humidity indicators On and Off ... 19
• Fixing the dehumidifying louver to the desired angle ... 20
• If a louver becomes detached .............................20
●Emptying the tank .................................. 21
• When the tank is full ............................................ 21
• Removing the tank / Installing the tank ................ 21
●Maintenance........................................... 22
• Main unit / Filter ................................................... 22
• Tank ..................................................................... 23
• When not using the unit for long periods of time ..... 23
●Troubleshooting ..................................... 24
• Identify the problem ............................................. 24
• Conditions that are not a problem .......................25
• When the Alert indicator lights up ........................ 25
●Specifications ......................................... 26
Before use
How to use
Troubleshooting
Contents page

4
Part names
( page 2,10,16,17,20)
Caster
(4 places on the bottom)
Handle
Air inlet
Power cord
Power plug
Operation panel
( page 2,10,18,20)
( page 5)
( page 10,18)
Cool air outlet
Filter
Cool air louver
Dehumidifying louver
● Super alleru-buster, Anti-bacteria,
Green tea catechin
( page 10, 22)
Water outlet
Tank cover
Tank
Water level
window
Handle
Float
Tank handle
● Open to empty
the tank.
( page 21)
● Detects when
the tank is full or
is not installed
securely.
Dry air outlet
● Blows
dehumidified,
dry air.
( page 10,
16,17)
Tank ( page 23)
Main unit
<Front>
<Back>

Operation panel
Timer button and indicators
( page 19)
Cool button and indicators
( page 18)
Humidity indicator
( see below)
Hybrid indicator
( see below)
Dry Clothes button and indicators
( page 13,15)
Air Swing button
and indicators
( page 12,14,16)
Dehumidify button and indicators
( page 12)
Power Off/On button
( page 12,13,18)
Alert indicator
● Lights up when trouble occurs
with the main unit. ( page 25)
Full Tank indicator
● Flashes when the tank is full or is not
installed correctly. ( page 21)
Louver Direction button
and indicators
( page 12,14,16)
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● This indicates the “Intelligent Hybrid
Control” operating condition by lamps.
Before use
● Humidity varies according to the
temperature, even if there is the same
amount of moisture in the air.
Humidity can also vary according to airflow.
The Humidity indicator on the unit may
therefore differ from a room humidity
gauge due to differences in air temperature
and airflow.
● “Intelligent Hybrid Control” automatically
selects the ideal combination of compressor
and desiccant operation ratios according to the
temperature and humidity.
● Lamps light to indicate which of the two systems
is operating.
Orange lamp: Desiccant operation
Green lamp: Compressor operation
● To turn off the Hybrid indicator
(
page 19)
● To turn off the Humidity indicator
(
page 19)
● When the humidity is normal, the green
Humidity indicator lights up.
(Red)
Less than 40 %
(Red)
More than 60 %
(Green) 40 % - 60 %
Humidity indicator Hybrid indicator

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Be sure to observe the following safety precautions in order to avoid possible injuries or property damages of yours or others.
Safety precautions
The following symbols indicate the degree of possible dangers if the relevant precautions are ignored:
Precautions are classified using the following symbols:
This symbol indicates an action that must NOT be performed.
Failure to follow directions marked with this symbol may result in serious
personal injury or death.
Failure to follow directions marked with this symbol may result in
personal injury or property damage.
This symbol indicates an action that must be performed.
This symbol indicates that caution is advised.
No!
No!
No!
WARNING
CAUTlON
WARNING
Do not damage the
power cord or plug.
Do not exceed the rating of the power
outlet or connection device.
Use only with a 220 V AC power source.
Do not scratch, alter,
bend excessively,
twist, pull, or place
heavy items on the
cord or plug.
When the unit is in
use, do not bend the
cord.
Using a damaged cord may cause electrical
shock, short circuit or even fire.
• To repair the cord or plug, please contact the
dealer where the dehumidifier was purchased.
Exceeding the rating by using a multi-connector or other
such devices can build up heat or may cause fire.
• See the Specifications (see page 26) for the
rated power consumption of the dehumidifier.
[720 W (50 Hz)]
Insert the plug fully
into the power outlet.
Failure to insert the plug fully
can lead to electrical shock and
overheating or may cause fire.
• Do not use a damaged plug or
a loose power outlet.
Do not use the
dehumidier while
the power cord
is pulled tight.
It may cause a short-circuit or
damage the wires inside the cord,
and fire or electric shocks may occur.
Do not pull on the power
cord when carrying
or storing away the
dehumidier.
It may cause a short-circuit or damage
the wires inside the cord, and fire or
electric shocks may occur.
No!

YHC12X 7
WARNING
Before use
No wet
hands!
Unplug!
Do not
take apart!
Danger!
Rotating Object
No! No!
Keep
away from
flames!
Unplug!
Always observe these precautions.
Do not place
pins, needles
or other metal
objects in the
exhaust or other
openings.
Doing so can cause
electrical shock or
injury due to contact
with internal parts.
Do not insert or pull out
the plug with wet hands.
Doing so may result in
electrical shock.
If you notice anything
unusual situation (such
as a burning odor), turn
off and unplug the unit.
Overheating can result in
electrical shock or fire.
• Consult the store or repair
center of the distributor where
the unit was purchased.
Do not place ngers or
other objects in the intake
or exhaust openings.
Do not place metal objects
in openings in the unit.
Doing so can cause electrical
shock or injury by the fan
rotating inside the unit.
Do not place
the unit near a
heat source.
Plastic parts may melt
and cause fire.
Never try to take
apart or repair the
unit by yourself.
Doing so can result in electrical
shock or fire.
• Consult the store where the
unit was purchased for repairs.
Do not let the
cool air blow
directly on you
for a long time or
allow yourself to
become chilled.
You may catch a cold
or otherwise impair
your health.
Before cleaning,
turn off the
power and
unplug the unit.
Failure to do so may
result in electrical
shock or injury, as
the unit will start in
sudden.
Off
No!
Remove dust and dirt
from the plug regularly.
Accumulated moisture on the plug
may lose the effect from the insulating
layer of the plug or cause fire.
• Pull out the plug and wipe it with
a dry cloth.
• Pull out the plug whenever the
unit is not in use.
Do not start or stop
the unit by either
inserting or pulling
out the power plug.
This can lead to overheating
that may result in electrical
shock or fire.

8
Do not get
wet.
No washing!
No!
No!
No! No!
CAUTION
Do not use inside
closets or other
small places.
Lack of ventilation can cause
overheating or fire.
Do not place the unit in
areas where water may
splash onto the unit.
Doing so may result in
electrical shock or fire.
Do not use the
dehumidier in places
where oil or ammable
gases are present or
where they may leak.
The oil or flammable gases
may ignite or be drawn into the
dehumidifier and cause fire or
smoke.
Do not expose the unit
to direct sunlight or rain.
Doing so may cause the unit
to heat up or result in electrical
shock or fire.
Do not use combustion
type appliances, such
as kerosene heaters, in
locations directly exposed to
the unit's exhaust opening.
Doing so can cause incomplete
combustion in the appliance and
result in carbon monoxide poison.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experiences and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for the safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Safety precautions
Doing so may result
in deterioration of the
paintings or documents.
No! No! No!
Do not wash
the unit directly
with water.
Doing so can short
the circuit or result in
electrical shock.
Do not place ower
vases or other
water containers on
top of the unit.
Water may spill onto
the unit and result
in insulation failure,
electrical shock or fire.
Do not use for humidity
control in storing
valuable paintings or
important documents.
Do not drink the
water collected by the
unit or use it as pet
feeding purposes.
Drinking this water
can cause illness.
Pulling out the power
cord of the unit by
holding the plug
but not the cord.
If the cord is pulled directly, it may
cause short-circuit or damage the
wires inside the cord.
Fire or electrical shock may occur.

YHC12X 9
Extra care should be taken when using
this unit around the following persons:
The heat generated by the unit
can increase room temperature.
Facing directly the exposure
airflow from the unit for extended
periods of time can result in
discomfort or dehydration.
infants, children, elderly, and
people who are unable to make
humidity adjustments.
Place the unit
horizontally on sturdy
section of the oor.
If the unit falls over, water may
spill out and damage belongings
or cause electrical shock or fire.
CAUTION
Before use
No! No! No! No!
No!
D o not operate the unit in areas
where chemicals are in used or
stored, such as hospitals,
factories, laboratories,
beautician salons, etc.
Air with those evaporated chemicals
and any that kind of substances
may degrade the unit and result
in the leakage of collected water
onto household items.
No!
Do not change directions
or move the unit by
dragging the casters.
This may damage flooring or
carpet surfaces.
• When moving over easily
damaged surfaces, uneven
surfaces or thick pile carpet,
pick up and move the unit.
Do not place the unit
on top of a table or
other high location.
You may fall or knock
over the unit and
result in injury.
Do not place
plants or animals
near air outlet.
This may have a negative
effect to the plant or animal.
Do not cover the
intake or outlet with
clothes or towels.
Poor ventilation can
lead to overheating
and fire.
Do not climb upon
or sit on the unit.
You may fall or knock
over the unit and
result in injury.
No!
Do not lift
the unit
by holding
the louver.
The unit may fall and result in injury.
• Be sure to use the handle
when lifting the unit.
Before moving the unit,
turn off the power and empty
the water in the tank.
Water may spill onto
household items and result in
electrical shock or fire.
Off
Empty the tank.
Always observe these precautions.
Attention If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
If any of the following
conditions occur, turn off
the unit and contact with
the dealer or service center
immediately.
• If any of the switches doesn't work.
• If the circuit breaker is tripped or a fuse blows.
• If the power cord or plug becomes abnormally hot.
• If you notice a burning smell or an abnormal
sound or vibration.
• If there is any other abnormality or malfunction.

2-way air outlet
10
When moving the dehumidier
● The casters allow movement only inthe sideways
direction.
● Do not change directions or move the unit by dragging the casters.
When moving over easily damaged surfaces (such as tatami), uneven
surfaces or thick pile carpet, pick up and move the unit. ( page 9)
● To move over a bump, onto a carpet or to change
directions, lift up slightly on the handle corner as shown
for easy movement.
Always stop operation and empty the water
from the tank. ( page 9, 21)
Grasp the handle and move the unit as shown.
• Grasp the corner of the handle in the direction
you want to go for easy movement.
• Coil up the power cord and hold it together with
the handle.
1
2
Effectiveness of the lter
Super alleru-buster, Anti-bacteria, Green tea catechin
Points to note
This dehumidifier has two air outlets on the front and back that can
be used for different purposes.
● The cool air louver on the front side does not open automatically.
Push with your finger to open the louver as shown, then adjust the
air direction.
● The dehumidifying louver on the back side opens automatically.
(To adjust the air swing and louver directions page 16, 17)
Dehumidifying and clothes drying operation
Important
● Do not use the dehumidifier with the filter removed.
• The air filtering effects will be lost.
• Dust may collect inside the unit and result in a
breakdown.
Note
● The filter may have some light brown dots on it. This is
normal and does not affect the filter performance.
● The filter has a unique fragrance from the tea catechin.
This is normal and is not harmful to the human body.
Cool operation
<Front> Manually open the cool air louver.
Super alleru-buster Inhibits the activity of allergens* caught by the lter.
* Dust mites (dead bodies, droppings), mold mites (dead bodies, droppings), cedar pollen, cypress pollen, ragweed pollen, orchard grass pollen, sweet vernal
grass pollen, wormwood pollen, alder pollen, white birch pollen, beech pollen, dog dandruff, cat dandruff, mold and ne wheat powder (17 types)
• Testing facility: Osaka Municipal Technical Research Institute
• Testing method: Application of the enzyme immunoassay method to conrm the reduction of rened mite allergens.
Anti-bacteria
Inhibits the reproduction of suspended bacteria and mold spores caught by the lter.
• Testing facility: Japan Food Research Laboratories
• Testing method: Conrmation by applying the outdoor planting method in a standard outdoor culture center.
● Green tea catechin is also added to the filter.
Coil up the power
cord and hold it
together with the
handle.
<Back> The dehumidifying louver operates automatically.
No!
Do not pull on the power
cord when carrying away
the dehumidier.
It may cause a short-circuit or damage the
wires inside the cord, and fire or electric
shocks may occur.
WARNING
Cool
air
Dry air
Dehumidifying louver
Push
Cool air louver

YHC12X 11
More than 60 cm
More than 20 cm
More than 20 cm More than 20 cm
More than 20 cm
More than 40 cm
(Image of positioning)
When using with the
dehumidifying louver closed
Place the unit in a flat and stable
location to prevent it from tipping
over and spilling water.
Make sure that the
inlet and outlets are
not blocked by curtains
or other items.
Keep the unit at least 1 m away from a TV or
radio. Otherwise, image disturbance or white
noise may occur.
Avoid locations exposed to direct sunlight or
near a heater, as this may cause
deformation, degradation or discoloration.
When using the unit near walls or
furniture, be sure to separate by the
distances shown.
(If ventilation is poor, the temperature
may rise and may result in breakdown
of the unit. In addition, the Humidity
indicator may work incorrectly.)
● This dehumidifier is not an air conditioner.
It can emit cool air, but unlike an air conditioner it cannot cool an entire room.
When used in an enclosed space, the room temperature may rise instead.
● The room temperature may rise while the dehumidifier is in operation, but this
is normal.
Heat is emitted while in operation, so the room temperature may rise depending on the
conditions of use (outside air temperature, room size, etc.).
(This rise in temperature can
be from 3°C to 8°C for “Dehumid./Hi” or “Dry Clothes” operation, or from 1°C to 2°C for
other operation.)
● Humidity varies according to the temperature, even if there is the same
amount of moisture in the air.
Humidity can also vary according to airflow. Accordingly, the Humidity indicator on
the unit may differ from a room humidity gauge due to differences in air temperature
and airflow.
● Existing indoor odors may be reproduced from the air outlet.
( see page 24 for information on odors from the unit.)
● Operation is possible at room temperatures from 1°C to 40°C, and at humidity
above 20%.
At room temperatures outside this range, dehumidifying operation will stop and only
air circulation will be performed. Additionally, when the humidity is below 20%, the
unit will stop all operation as a protective measure.
( see page 25 for information about when the Alert indicator lights up.)
● Do not tip over or tilt the unit.
→ If the unit tips over, return it to the upright position at once. ( page 24)
● Even when the dehumidifier operates, condensation and mold may appear
on windows facing the outside or in areas with poor ventilation (such as behind
furniture).
When operating
Before use
0
2
4
6
10
12
14
8
10
Room temperature (°C)
Level of dehumidification (litres per day)
(Humidity 80%, 50 Hz)
Room temperature and
level of dehumidification
20 30 40
Super
(Dry Clothes)
Hi (Dehumid.)
Hi (Cool)
Positioning the dehumidier
Do not use the dehumidier
while the power cord
is pulled tight.
It may cause a short-circuit or damage the
wires inside the cord, and fire or electric
shocks may occur.
No!
WARNING

12
● Be sure to wait for 2 minutes before unplugging the power cord.
(The fan will continue to operate for about 2 more minutes after the unit is turned
off to cool down the heater.)
Room humidity control
● The dehumidifying louver opens fully and the unit starts to
operate in “Medium” mode.
(The “Med” indicator and Humidity indicator light up.)
● The indicator for the selected mode lights up.
● When the room temperature rises above a certain level or when the temperature is low, the
airflow will increase automatically as a protective measure, causing the operating noise to
increase. ( page 25)
● “Auto” mode will automatically control operation in order to maintain
a humidity of approximately 55%. (When the humidity becomes less
than 55%, the unit will switch to fan mode.)
Insert the power plug into
a wall socket.
● Select the dehumidifying louver direction and air swing pattern
to point at the location you want to dry out.
(To adjust the air swing and louver directions page 16, 17)
Press
Press to choose the operating mode.
Press and
to choose the air
swing pattern and
louver directions.
● All indicators turn off.
● You can use the timer to turn off the unit after a set time.
(To set the timer page 19)
● The fan will continue to operate for about 2 more minutes after
the unit is turned off to cool down the inside of the unit.
Press
To stop operation
To maintain a pleasant humidity
1
2
3
To dehumidify quickly (strongest airflow)
To dehumidify normally (medium airow)
To dehumidify quietly
Important
Air Swing button Power Off/On buttonLouver Direction button Dehumidity button and indicators

YHC12X 13
Dry clothes
● Select the dehumidifying louver direction and air swing pattern
to point at the location you want to dry out.
(To adjust the air swing and louver directions page 16, 17)
● All indicators turn off.
● The fan will continue to operate for about 2 more minutes after
the unit is turned off to cool down the inside of the unit.
1
To dry clothes quickly with continuous operation
(strongest airow)
(The unit does not stop automatically, but you can use the timer to stop
operation at the preset time. page 19)
To dry clothes quietly and have the unit stop operation
when it detects that the clothes are dried
Press to choose the operating mode.
2 ● The indicator for the selected mode lights up.
● The dehumidifying louver opens fully and the unit starts
to operate in “Medium” mode.
(The “Med” indicator and Humidity indicator light up.)
Insert the power plug into
a wall socket.
Press
To dry clothes quickly and have the unit stop operation
when it detects that the clothes are dried ( page 15)
Press and
to choose the air swing
pattern and louver
directions.
To stop operation
3
Note
How to use
Press
Air Swing buttonLouver Direction button Dry Clothes button and indicators Power Off/On button
● When you press a button to turn the power on or off or switch the operating mode, the
unit will make a clicking sound. However, this is not a malfunction.
● When the room temperature rises above a certain level or when the temperature is low,
the airflow will increase automatically as a protective measure, causing the operating
noise to increase. ( page 25)

14
Tips for drying clothes
When hanging clothes to dry indoors, the
evaporated moisture becomes condensation
that is absorbed by carpet or cushions.
1 of washed clothes releases 100 mL to 300 mL of moisture
every hour. This is the same as sprinkling about a cup of water
around the room.
When hanging clothes to dry indoors,
it is important to use a dehumidifier to quickly
remove humidity inside the room.
When clothes are hung to dry naturally indoors, it
takes a long time to dry, so bacteria accumulated
on the clothes can result in odors.
If it takes a long time for clothes to dry, bacteria may remain
on the clothes and cause odors.
In addition, when drying indoors, damp clothes can absorb
the odors inside the room.
Using a dehumidifier to dry clothes quickly is the
best way to prevent these odors.
Why dehumidify?
If your shoes get wet in the rain, use the dehumidier
to dry them quickly for the next day.
Before drying shoes with the dehumidifier, first blow cool air into
them with a hair dryer until no water is dripping, then place them
on a hanger and hang them above the dehumidifier.
Adjust the louver direction so that dry air is directed onto the
shoes.
Do not use a dehumidifier on
leather shoes or other leather
items. Doing so may cause
deformation and affect the
quality of the leather.
Leather shoes or
other leather items

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How to use
To allow good airflow, arrange the clothes
with space between each garment.
Light clothing like T-shirts and underwear dry
easily, so put these at the ends.
Hang heavy
clothing directly in
front of the dry air
outlet.
Leave at least 40 cm between the
air outlet and any clothing.
● The sensor detects the temperature and humidity of the room, estimates the condition of the
clothes, and stops automatically.
●
For 4 of clothes, the drying time is around 4 to 6 hours* for “Hi”, or 6 to 8 hours* for “Lo” operation.
Stopping automatically after drying clothes
Tips on hanging clothes
Firmly stretch out wrinkles, leave spaces for air to pass through,
and dry the clothes in the shape you want them to be in.
Take the clothes
down without
crumpling, fold
them carefully and
put them away.
When the clothes are dried, quickly
take the clothes down to prevent
them from reabsorbing humidity.
Basing on the standard of Japan Electrical Manufacturers' Association (JEMA-HD090), the approximate drying time is 55 minutes.
Testing Conditions: Mode: "Dry Clothes", Room Size: 9.72 m2 , Temperature: 20 °C, Humidity: 70 %,
Weight of clothes: 2 (3 t-shirts, 2 shirts, 1 pair of pajamas, 7 underwears, 2 pairs of socks and 3 towels).
Actual drying time will differ depending on environment and usage conditions.
“Hi (Auto)” and “Lo (Auto)” use a temperature and humidity
sensor to dry clothes and then stop automatically
On rainy or humid
days, clothes can
reabsorb moisture
even after drying.
● If clothes do not dry completely, perform drying again.
● The “Auto” function will stop operation regardless of conditions after 10 hours.
● To turn off the Dry Clothes function after a specified time, use the timer function
in “Super (Cont.)” mode. ( page 19)
● Clothes may not dry easily in some places depending on the type and amount
of clothes and how they are hung.
* Temp 20 °C, Humidity 50%, Room Size 13 m2 .
According to our own usage tests. Actual drying time will differ
depending on environment and usage conditions.

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Down
Mainly downward
( page 20)
Adjusting the
dehumidifying
louver swing
range
Adjusting
air range of
the dry air
outlet
To dry clothes hung in a
low position
Up
Mainly upward
To dry clothes hung
above the unit
Auto Wave
Upward and downward
To dry a large amount of
clothes hung diversely
Spot
Concentrating on a small area
To dry a small amount of
clothes quickly
Wide
Wide horizontal area
To dry clothes hung
across a wide area
Oscillates between Straight and Wide
To dry clothes hung
diversely.
Dry air
outlet
Vertical
airflow
Horizontal
airflow
Dehumidifying
louver
● To fix the dehumidifying louver at a certain angle
While in operation While in operation
Press Press
● Each press cycles the
“Louver Dir.” mode through
Down Up Auto Off.
● If you do not select a mode,
the louver angle will not
change. (Indicator off)
● During swing operation,
the air sound will change
according to the louver
angle.
● Each press cycles the
“Air Swing” mode through
Spot Wide Wave
Off.
● If you do not select a mode,
the dry air outlet expels air
along its entire width.
(Straight)
(Indicator off)
Adjusting the air swing and louver
● Do not move the louver manually while it is swinging. (The swing range will change.)
→ To return to the original setting, press the Louver Dir. button again and select the
appropriate mode.
Important

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How to use
●Leave at least 40 cm between the air outlet and any clothing.
To reduce moisture in cupboards or closets
To reduce moisture on the ceiling or walls
To reduce moisture in a shoe rack
Open the doors and point the dry air outlet inside.
● Do not put the unit inside the cupboard or closet.
( page 8)
Auto
Open the doors and point the dry air outlet inside.
● Do not dry leather shoes. ( page 14)
Air Swing
Wide
Louver Dir.
Up
Air Swing
Wide
Louver Dir.
Down
Air Swing
Wide
Louver Dir.
To dry a small amount of washing hung
above the unit
To dry washing hung above the
unit in a wide area
To dry a large amount of washing
hung diversely.
● Drying items in an elevated position.
● Drying items in an elevated position.
● Drying items hung in two levels.
Up
Air Swing
Spot
Louver Dir.
Up
Air Swing
Wide
Louver Dir.
Auto
Air Swing
Wave
Louver Dir.
Clothes drying
Dehumidifying
Usage examples
directions
Usage examples

18
For a cool breeze
2
Push the cool air louver on the front side
to open it, and adjust to the desired angle.
3
● The dehumidifying louver on the back side closes, and cool air is emitted from the cool air outlet
on the front side.
● The indicator for the selected mode lights up.
● The cool air louver on the front side cannot be
moved by pressing the Air Swing and Louver Dir.
buttons.
(The dehumidifying louver on the back side will
move. page 10 “2-way air outlet”)
For a strong cool breeze
For a gentle cool breeze
This dehumidifier is not an air conditioner. It can emit cool air, but unlike an air conditioner it cannot cool
an entire room. When used in an enclosed space, the room temperature may rise instead.
● The dehumidifying louver on the back side opens fully and the unit starts to operate in “Medium”
dehumidification mode. (The Dehumid. “Med” indicator and Humidity indicator light up.)
Insert the power plug into a wall socket.
1
To stop operation
Push to open.
Cool air louver
Cool
air
Adjust to the desired angle.
Press
Press to choose the operating mode.
You can also dehumidify in “Cool” mode.
● All indicators turn off.
● You can use the timer to turn off the unit after a set time.
Note ● When using the cool air function, the air (exhaust heat) from the dry air outlet on the
back side may feel hotter than usual.
● “Cool” mode has a lower dehumidifying capacity than “Dehumidify” mode,
so dehumidification takes time. ( page 11)
● However, at a temperature of less than 10°C, the unit operates in fan mode,
and dehumidification is not performed.
Press
Cool button and indicators Power Off/On button

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How to use
Other useful functions
Press
Select the desired operating mode.
( page 12, 13, 18)
Timer
Turning the Hybrid and Humidity indicators On and Off
Press and
together and hold for
3 seconds.
Air Swing button Power Off/On buttonTimer button and indicators
Humidity indicators Hybrid indicator
● Each press cycles the “Timer” mode through
2 (hrs.) → 4 → Off.
● As time passes, the indicator changes to indicate the
approximate remaining time.
● You cannot use the timer function in “Dry Clothes/Hi
(Auto) or Lo (Auto)” mode.
● If the tank becomes full (the Full Tank indicator flashes)
while the timer is set, the unit stops operating but the
timer continues to count down.
(Indicator lights up)
Off (Indicator off)
During operation
● The Hybrid and Humidity indicators turn On and Off.

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Other useful functions
Fixing the dehumidifying louver to the desired angle
If a louver becomes detached
● Attach the dehumidifying louver by fitting the hole
on the left side of the louver over the pin on the
unit as shown below, and then insert the pin on the
right side of the louver into the hole in the unit.
● Attach the cool air louver by inserting the
pins on the louver into the matching holes in
the unit.
Dehumidifying
louver “Auto”
(Full range)
Desired
angle
<Attaching the cool air louver (front side)> <Attaching the dehumidifying louver (back side)>
During “Dehumidify” or “Dry Clothes” operation,
Press to select “Auto” mode.
1
2When the louver is at the desired angle,
Press again.
● Dehumidifying louver oscillation stops and the Louver
Direction indicator turns off.
● The louver does not oscillate in this condition.
● Do not move the dehumidifying louver manually.
→ To return to the original setting, press the Louver Direction button again and select
the appropriate mode.
Important
Cool air louver
Pin
Pin
Dehumidifying
louver Hole
Pin on the unit
Power Off/On buttonLouver Direction button