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
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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

6
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