Sealey Sdh10 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR:

DEHUMIDIFIER 10 LITRE

MODEL No:SDH10

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions and properly maintained, give you

years of trouble free performance.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE THE PRODUCT

CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL

INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.2. GENERAL SAFETY

 Check that the dehumidifier is in sound condition and good working order. Take immediate action to repair or replace damaged parts.

Use recommended parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.

 DO NOT stand or place any object less than 20cm from the front of the unit, 20cm from the rear and sides of the unit, and 30cm above the unit.

 DO NOT obstruct the air intakes or outlets of the dehumidifier, and do not cover with washed clothes.

 DO NOT place any object into the outlets - the unit has a fan running at high speed, contact with this will cause injury.

 DO NOT operate the dehumidifier when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.

 DO NOT switch the dehumidifier off by disconnecting it from the mains. ALWAYS switch to the “OFF” position first.

 DO NOT remove the float lever from the water collection tank.

 DO NOT connect or disconnect the plug from the mains with wet hands.

 ALWAYS discard the water from the collection tank, DO NOT use it for any other purpose.

 Place the dehumidifier on a level and stable surface.

 To prevent water from freezing, do not use the dehumidifier at ambient temperatures below 0°C.

 Do not use the dehumidifier outside.

 Ensure that heating appliances are not exposed to the flow of air from the dehumidifier.

 Before attempting to move the dehumidifier, empty the contents of the collection tank. Use top carrying handle when moving unit.

Switch off and disconnect it from the mains before attempting any cleaning or other maintenance work.

Ensure that the dehumidifier is correctly turned off when not in use, and stored in a safe, dry area, out of reach of children.

1.1. ELECTRICAL SAFETY

 WARNING! It is the responsibility of the owner and the operator to read, understand and comply with the following:

You must check all electrical products, before use, to ensure that they are safe. You must inspect power cables, plugs, sockets and any other

connectors for wear or damage. You must ensure that the risk of electric shock is minimised by the installation of appropriate safety devices.

A Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCCB) should be incorporated in the main distribution board. We also recommend that a Residual

Current Device (RCD) is used. It is particularly important to use an RCD with portable products that are plugged into a supply which is not

protected by an RCCB. If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician. You may obtain a Residual Current Device by contacting your Sealey

dealer. You must also read and understand the following instructions concerning electrical safety.

1.1.1. The Electricity at Work Act 1989 requires that all portable electrical appliances, if used on business premises, are tested by a qualified

electrician, using a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT), at least once a year.

1.1.2. The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 makes owners of electrical appliances responsible for the safe condition of those appliances and the

safety of the appliance operators. If in any doubt about electrical safety, contact a qualified

electrician.

1.1.3. Ensure that the insulation on all cables and on the appliance is safe before connecting it to the

power supply. See 1.1.1. and 1.1.2. and use a Portable Appliance Tester.

1.1.4. Ensure that cables are always protected against short circuit and overload.

1.1.5. Regularly inspect power supply cables and plugs for wear or damage and check all

connections to ensure that none is loose.

1.1.6. Important: Ensure that the voltage marked on the appliance matches the power supply to be

used and that the plug is fitted with the correct fuse - see fuse rating at right.

1.1.7. DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the power cable.

1.1.8. DO NOT pull the plug from the socket by the cable.

1.1.9. DO NOT use worn or damaged cables, plugs or connectors. Immediately have any faulty

item repaired or replaced by a qualified electrician. When a BS 1363/A UK 3 pin plug is

damaged, cut the cable just above the plug and dispose of the plug safely.

Fit a new plug according to the following instructions (UK only).

a)Connect the GREEN/YELLOW earth wire to the earth terminal ‘E’.

b)Connect the BROWN live wire to the live terminal ‘L’.

c) Connect the BLUE neutral wire to the neutral terminal ‘N’.

d)After wiring, check that there are no bare wires, that all wires have been correctly connected, that the cable outer insulation extends beyond

the cable restraint and that the restraint is tight.

Double insulated products, which are always marked with this symbol , are fitted with live (brown) and neutral (blue) wires only. To

rewire, connect the wires as indicated above - DO NOT connect either wire to the earth terminal.

1.1.10. Products which require more than 13 amps are supplied without a plug. In this case you must contact a qualified electrician to ensure

that a suitably rated supply is available. We recommend that you discuss the installation of an industrial round pin plug and socket

with your electrician.

1.1.11. If an extension reel is used it should be fully unwound before connection. A reel with an RCD fitted is preferred since any appliance

plugged into it will be protected. The cable core section is important and should be at least 1.5mm², but to be absolutely sure that the

capacity of the reel is suitable for this product and for others which may be used in the other output sockets, we recommend the use

of 2.5mm² section cable.

FUSE RATING: 3 AMP

Blue

Neutral

Wire

Yellow & Green

Earth Wire

Cable

Restraint

Brown

Live

Wire

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2. SPECIFICATION

3. OPERATION

4. MAINTENANCE

Motor Power: ................................230V 210W

Dehumidifying Capacity:..........................10ltr/day

Working Space: .............................15 to 20mtr²

Maximum Air Flow: .............................100mtr³/hr

Refrigerant:......................................R134a

Condensate Tank Capacity: .......... 2.0ltr (with auto shut-off)

Working Temperature Range: .................. 5°C to 35°C

3.1. Dehumidifying

3.1.1. Set the air outlet as required.

3.1.2. Press the On/Off switch to turn unit on. Power on light will

illuminate and dehumidifying will commence.

3.1.3. Select the high or low fan speed as required with the selector

switch and the humidity extraction required with the room humidity

selector switch.

Note! When set to 'MIN' the dehumidifier extracts the most humidity

from the atmosphere, resulting in less humidity present in the

room. When set to 'MAX', less humdity is extracted from the

atmosphere, resulting in more humidity present in the room.

3.1.4. The dehumidifying operation will stop automatically when humidity

is below approximately 60%.

3.2. Defrosting Operation

The evaporator within the dehumidifier frosts during the

dehumidifying operation at a room temperature of approximately

15°C or less. To remove frost, the defrosting device works

automatically at an interval of approximately every 30 minutes

for a duration of approximately 5 minutes. Both the

dehumidifying function and the air cleaning function stop during

the defrosting operation. Do not disconnect the plug or turn off the

unit during the defrosting operation.

Note: This dehumidifier does not have a cooling function, it

produces heat during the operation and room temperature will

rise. The temperature will rise while it is operated in a cupboard,

or similar. Furthermore, room temperature will rise because doors

and windows are closed and heat is produced from other

appliances in the room and from sun radiation.

Compact, efficient, portable unit that extracts up to 10 litres of water per day. Removes excess moisture from air to prevent build-up of

mildew and mould. Auto-defrost function and adjustable air outlet. Refrigerant is environmentally friendly R134a.

Efficiency of the dehumidifier is influenced by the air outside the room. To operate efficiently, avoid opening and closing the windows and

doors to the room.

For best performance, operate the dehumidifier within the usable operating temperature. For safety purposes, the dehumidifying operation

will stop automatically - when the ambient temperature is higher than approximately 35°C.

Ensure that free space around the dehumidifier is kept at all times. Minimum distances of 20cm to the front, sides and rear, and 30cm above

the unit are required.

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4.1. Emptying the Water Collection Tank

During the dehumidifying operation, water is collected in the

water collection tank. When the tank is full of water, the

dehumidifier stops operating automatically and the water tank

full indicator illuminates. The unit will not restart until the water

collection tank has been emptied.

4.1.1. Remove water collection tank from the dehumidifier by pulling

it gently outwards by holding the sides of the tank (fig.3).

4.1.2. Hold the tank by the handle and carry it carefully to a suitable

emptying point, tilt the tank and slowly empty the water out of the

tank. DO NOT use the water for any other purpose.

4.1.3. Refit the tank in the dehumidifier, making sure it is fitted in place

correctly, the unit will not restart if it is not fitted properly.

fig.3 fig.4

4.2. Cleaning the Air Filter (every 2 weeks)

The dehumidifying capacity is lowered when the air cleaning filter becomes clogged or dirty.

4.2.1. Remove the rear cover from the unit by unclipping it and lifting it away from the unit.

4.2.2. Unclip the filter holder and take out the air cleaning filter (fig.4).

4.2.3. To dislodge the dust from the filter, tap it lightly or use a vacuum cleaner.

4.2.4. If the filter is very dirty, wash it carefully in water with a neutral detergent, then rinse well with clean water and leave until dry.

4.2.5. Refit the air filter to the filter holder and clip into place.

4.2.6. Refit the rear cover into the unit by sliding it into the bottom locators and gently clipping it into position at the top.

4.3. Replacing the Air Filter (every 6 months)

The life span of the air filter is approximately 6 months depending on the air conditions where the dehumidifier is located.

When replacing the filter, a genuine Sealey filter should always be fitted - Part No: SDH10.20 (see parts list).

Follow sequence in 4.2. above to remove / re-install filter. Do not deform or damage the new filter.

4.4. Storage

4.4.1. Unplug the unit, bundle the power cord, and hang the bundled cord at the back of the unit.

4.4.2. Remove the water collection tank and empty the water out of it. Remove the tank cover and wash the inside of the tank with clean water.

Do not remove the float lever from the tank. Wipe off the water on the outside of the tank with a cloth. Refit the tank cover onto the tank and

replace the tank in position.

4.4.3. Clean the air filter (see 4.2. above).

4.4.4. When the unit is to be stored for a long period of time, wipe the dehumidifier over with a dry soft cloth. To remove dirt, wipe over with a very

slightly dampened cloth (never use a wet cloth for cleaning the controls). To avoid deformation or cracking, do not use benzine, thinner or

liquid cleaners.

4.4.5. When storing, place in a safe, dry, childproof location. Stand the unit upright and avoid exposure to direct sunlight.

Before attempting any repairs, check the following:

Dehumidifier does not operate

Check to see if the plug is disconnected. - Insert the plug into an electrical outlet fully and securely - check fuse in plug is OK.

Check to see if the water tank is full of water. - Empty water out of the tank.

Check to see if the water tank is fitted properly in position. - Fit the tank to the unit in the correct position.

Dehumidified volume is small

Check to see if the filter is dirty. - Clean the filter as specified.

Check to see if the air opening is blocked. - Remove any obstacles from the air opening.

Dehumidifier volume decreases when temperature is low. - The unit stops dehumidifying when the room temperature is below approx 5°C.

Humidity in room has reached a low level - Dehumidifying stops because the humidity level has reached the required level set.

The humidity remains too high

The room size may be too large. - Ideally unit should only be used in rooms with up to 20mtr² floor space.

The doors and windows may be opened and - Keep windows and doors shut during operation

closed frequently.

The dehumidifier is used together with a kerosene - Turn the heater off.

heater which emits water vapour.

Environmental Protection.

Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools,

accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycle centre and

disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.

When the product is no longer required, it must be disposed of in an

environmentally protective way. Contact your local solid waste authority for

recycling information.

WARNING: Do not dispose of by fire. This could result in an explosion.

NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.