Silvercrest SLE 320 D5 User manual

DEHUMIDIFIER SLE 320 D5
LUFTENTFEUCHTER
Bedienungsanleitung
IAN 379890_2104
DEHUMIDIFIER
Operating instructions
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Contents
Introduction...................................................2
Copyright............................................................... 2
Limitation of liability....................................................... 2
Proper use .............................................................. 2
Warnings and warning symbols used ......................................... 3
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Risk of electrocution....................................................... 4
Risk of electrocution due to moisture .......................................... 4
Danger of explosion/fire ................................................... 5
Risk of disease ........................................................... 6
Basic safety instructions .................................................... 7
Operation ....................................................9
Package contents and transport inspection ..................................... 9
Appliance description..........................................10
Before initial use ........................................................11
Electrical connection .....................................................11
Guidelines for operation ..................................................11
Automatic defrosting ..................................................... 11
Handling and use .............................................12
Switching the appliance on/off ............................................. 12
Air outlet valve..........................................................12
Operating status displays .................................................13
Selecting programmes .................................................... 14
Timer function........................................................... 15
Child lock..............................................................15
Water tank............................................................. 16
Hose drainage..........................................................17
Cleaning.....................................................18
Cleaning and changing the filter ............................................ 19
Protection against overheating..............................................19
Storage .....................................................20
Troubleshooting ..............................................20
Causes of malfunction and fault rectification...................................20
Disposal .....................................................21
Disposal of the refrigerant .................................................21
Disposal of the packaging................................................. 21
Appendix....................................................22
Technical data ..........................................................22
Notes on the EU Declaration of Conformity ................................... 22
Kompernass Handels GmbH warranty .......................................23
Service................................................................ 24
Importer ............................................................... 24

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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance.
You have selected a high-quality product.
The operating instructions are part of this product. They contain important
information on safety, usage and disposal. Before using the product, please
familiarise yourself with all operating and safety instructions. Use the product
only as described and for the range of applications specified. Retain these
operating instructions for future reference. Please also pass on these operating
instructions to any future owner.
Copyright
This documentation is protected by copyright.
Any copying or reproduction, including in the form of extracts, or any reproduction
of images (even in a modified state), is permitted only with the written authorisa-
tion of the manufacturer.
Limitation of liability
All technical information, data and instructions for the connection and operation
contained in these operating instructions correspond to the latest available at the
time of printing and, to the best of our knowledge, take into account our previous
experience and know-how.
No claims may be derived from the specifications, figures and descriptions in
these operating instructions.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for damages sustained in consequence of
non-adherence to the operating instructions, inappropriate use, improper repairs,
modifications undertaken without permission or the use of unauthorised spare
parts.
Proper use
The appliance is exclusively intended to dehumidify living spaces, basements or
storage areas with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 32°C. The appliance may
only be used indoors. The appliance is intended solely for personal and not
commercial use. Usage other than as described above is not permissible and
may result in injury and/or damage to the appliance. The manufacturer accepts
no liability for damage caused by improper application or usage. The risk is
borne solely by the user.

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Warnings and warning symbols used
The following warnings are used in these operating instructions:
DANGER
A warning notice at this hazard level indicates an imminently
hazardous situation.
Failure to avoid this hazardous situation could result in serious injuries or even
death.
► Follow the instructions on this warning label to avoid the risk of death or
serious injury.
WARNING
A warning at this hazard level indicates a potentially hazardous
situation.
Failure to avoid this hazardous situation could result in injury.
► Follow the instructions in this warning notice to prevent injuries.
CAUTION
A warning at this hazard level indicates a risk of property
damage.
Failure to avoid this situation could result in property damage.
► Follow the instructions in this warning notice to prevent property damage.
NOTE
► A note provides additional information that will assist you in using the
appliance.
The following warning symbols are used on the appliance:
Symbol Meaning
Caution! Risk of fire!
Observe operating instructions
Instruction manual, operating instructions
Service indicator, refer to the operating instructions

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Safety
This section contains important safety instructions for using the appliance. Im-
proper use may result in personal injury and property damage.
Risk of electrocution
DANGER
Risk of fatal injury from electrocution!
Contact with live cables or components can result in
a fatal injury!
Please observe the following safety guidelines to prevent
electrical hazards.
► Do not use the appliance if the power cable or the plug
is damaged.
► There is a risk of electrocution if live connections are
touched and the electrical and mechanical structure
is changed.
Risk of electrocution due to moisture
DANGER
► Do not place the appliance in water, in water pooling
areas or puddles.
► Never operate the appliance near a bath tub, a shower,
a filled wash basin or similar structures.
► Do not immerse appliance, the cabling or the mains
plug in water or other fluids.
► Protect the appliance from water droplets or spray.
► In the event that liquid enters the appliance (apart from in
the water tank), disconnect the mains plug immediately. Ar-
range to have the appliance checked before using it again.
► Do not handle the appliance with damp hands.
► If the appliance falls into water, disconnect the mains
plug immediately. Do not attempt to remove the appli-
ance before you have done so.

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Danger of explosion/fire
DANGER
► Do not use the appliance in a potentially explosive
environment containing combustible liquids, gases or
dusts. Electrical appliances generate sparks that can
ignite the dust or fumes.
► The appliance contains extremely flammable gas under
pressure that may explode if heated.
► Keep the appliance away from heat, hot surfaces,
sparks, naked flames and other sources of ignition.
Do not smoke.
RISK OF FIRE!
► Do not use any items other than those permitted by the
manufacturer to speed up the defrosting process.
► The appliance may only be stored in rooms without
permanent sources of ignition (e.g. open flames, a
switched-on gas appliance or an electric heater).
► Do not drill or burn.
► Remember that refrigerants are odourless.

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Risk of disease
DANGER
► The collected water is not suitable for drinking or
watering plants. There are potential health hazards.
WARNING: MATERIAL DAMAGE
► Do not use the appliance in swimming pools, wash
rooms or similar facilities.
► The appliance is not suitable for drying lagging. If insu-
lation or lagging materials are damp following a pipe
burst, consult an expert.
► Never expose the appliance to temperatures of 0°C
or lower. Residual water in the lines could freeze and
damage the system.
► Do not use the appliance in a dusty or chlorinated
environment.

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Basic safety instructions
To ensure safe operation of the appliance, follow the safety
guidelines set out below:
■ Check the appliance for visible external damage before
use. Do not use an appliance that has been damaged or
dropped.
■ To avoid potential risks, damaged mains cables should be
replaced by the manufacturer, its customer service depart-
ment or a similarly qualified person.
■ Do not operate the appliance outdoors.
■ During operation, always keep windows and doors closed
so that the appliance can work effectively.
■ Do not operate the appliance in the proximity of highly
inflammable gases or materials, near naked flames or in
areas prone to oil and water splashing.
■ This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years and
above and by persons with limited physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge,
provided that they are under supervision or have been told
how to use the appliance safely and are aware of the poten-
tial risks. Do not allow children to use the appliance as a toy.
Cleaning and user maintenance tasks may not be carried
out by children unless under supervision.
■ All repairs must be carried out by authorised specialist
companies or by the Customer Service department. Improper
repairs can pose significant risks to the user. It will also
invalidate any warranty claims.
■ Do not expose the appliance to rain. Protect the appliance
against moisture and the ingress of fluids and objects into the
casing. Never immerse the appliance in water and do not
place objects containing fluids (e.g. vases) on the appliance.
The appliance could be irreparably damaged!
■ Do not place heavy objects on the appliance.

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■ Do not cover the appliance (e.g. with newspapers, cushions
or blankets).
■ Do not insert any objects into the ventilation slits.
■ Avoid direct sunlight.
■ Do not place any naked flames, e.g. burning candles, on or
directly next to the appliance.
■ In the event of malfunctions, and in bad weather, disconnect
the plug from the mains power socket.
■ Ensure that the air inlet and air outlet opening remain free of
soiling during operation. Never cover the appliance!
■ Always place the appliance on a solid, flat surface so that it
cannot tip over.
■ Do not permanently install the appliance. Position the appli-
ance so that its side panels have a clearance of at least 20
cm from walls or other objects and ensure a clearance of at
least 50 cm from the front, rear and top panels of the appli-
ance in order to ensure good air circulation. Take care not to
obstruct the air inlet and outlet opening.
■ The appliance may only be operated in rooms with an ambi-
ent temperature of 5°C to 32°C.
■ Use the appliance only in rooms up to 32 m².
■ The appliance must be installed, operated and stored in a
room with a floor area greater than 4 m2.
■ If the appliance is operated in unventilated areas, these
must be designed in such a way that the refrigerant cannot
accumulate anywhere in the event of refrigerant leakage.
Otherwise, a combustible mixture may be formed.
■ The appliance may only be stored in rooms without perma-
nent sources of ignition (e.g. open flames, a switched-on gas
appliance or an electric heater).
■ The appliance must be stored in a way that does not dam-
age it.

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■ Clean the air filter before it becomes heavily soiled.
■ While draining via a hose, ensure that it does not become
blocked and that the open end of the hose is positioned at a
lower level than the outlet aperture. The end of the hose must
be positioned above a drain.
■ Operate the appliance only together with the water tank or
with the hose installed.
■ Connect the safety plug only to a properly installed, easily
accessible plug socket with protected contacts, the voltage
of which corresponds to the specifications on the rating
plate. The plug socket must remain easily accessible even
after connection.
■ Before cleaning, always disconnect the mains plug from the
mains power socket.
■ Always transport, operate and store the appliance upright!
The water tank must be emptied before transport.
Operation
Package contents and transport inspection
The appliance is supplied with the following components as standard:
▯ Dehumidifier
▯ Hose
▯ EU garden hose adapter
▯ These operating instructions
NOTE
► Check the package for completeness and signs of visible damage.
► If the delivery is incomplete or damage has occurred as a result of defec-
tive packaging or during transport, contact the Service hotline (see section
Service).
♦ Remove all packaging materials and all carriage braces from the appliance.
♦ Remove the film from the control panel.

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Appliance description
1Control panel
2LED indicator light
3LED panel
4Water tank
5Transport casters (4x)
6Flap for air outlet
7Air inlet grille
8 Air filter
9 Outlet opening
0 Fill level indicator
q Programme LEDs
w MODE button
e FAN SPEED button
r TIMER button
t Display
z UP arrow
u DOWN arrow
i STAND-BY button
o OPERATION LED
p TANK FULL LED
a HUMIDITY REACHED LED
s HUMIDITY LED
d TEMPERATURE LED
f TIMER LED
g FAN SPEED: LOW LED
h FAN SPEED: HIGH LED
j AUTO DE-ICING LED
k Hose
l EU garden hose adapter

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Before initial use
♦ Place the appliance on a flat, dry and solid surface.
♦ Allow the appliance to remain in the usage position for approx. 30 minutes
so that the coolant can settle.
♦ Check that the water tank 4is correctly inserted.
♦ Insert the plug into a mains power socket. The OPERATION LED o
flashes.
Electrical connection
CAUTION
► Before connecting the appliance, compare the specifications for the
required input voltage on the rating plate with the intended voltage source
for operation. This data must agree so that the appliance is not damaged.
► The power cable must always be easily accessible, so that the appliance
can be quickly removed from the mains in the event of an emergency.
► Check whether the power cable is undamaged and that it is not routed
over hot surfaces and/or sharp edges, otherwise it will become damaged.
► Ensure that the power cable is not taut or kinked.
Guidelines for operation
■ If the air in your living spaces is constantly excessively humid, the cause should
be identified and addressed. (Sustained - year-round - dehumidifying is generally
not a good idea.)
■ The optimal ambient temperature for dehumidifying the air is 5°C to 32°C.
Using a dehumidifier at temperatures below 5°C is redundant, as there is little
humidity in the air.
■ During operation, room temperature can increase by between 1°C and 4°C,
depending on the size of the room. This is normal.
Automatic defrosting
To ensure that the appliance does not ice up during sustained operation, it
defrosts automatically. The defrosting function is activated automatically and
cannot be switched on manually. The appliance cannot be switched off during
defrosting. During defrosting, the AUTO DE-ICING LED jlights up. The
lower the ambient temperature at which the appliance is operated, the earlier or
more often the automatic defrosting is activated. Once the defrosting process is
complete, the appliance resumes operation in the previous selected settings.

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Handling and use
This section provides you with important information on handling and using the
appliance.
Switching the appliance on/off
♦ Press the STAND-BY button ito turn on the appliance.
You will hear a beep, and the OPERATION LED olights up continu-
ously.
♦ Press the STAND-BY button ito turn off the appliance.
You will hear a beep, and the OPERATION LED ostarts flashing.
NOTE
► The appliance always starts up with the last-selected setting.
► If the appliance shuts down due to a power failure, it will automatically
restart with the last–selected setting when power is restored.
♦ If a timer has been programmed, the appliance switches off permanently
after the specified time has elapsed (1–24 hours).
♦ If the relative humidity value has been set in the TARGET HUMIDITY
program, the appliance switches off as soon as the value is reached. If the
value is exceeded, the appliance switches back on again.
♦ When the water tank 4is full or removed, dehumidification stops. The fan
continues to run for approx. 3 minutes and then switches off. If the water
tank 4has been removed or is not correctly inserted, the TANK FULL
LED plights up. If switched on, the appliance will also beep for approx.
20 seconds.
NOTE
► The water tank 4must be completely inserted into the appliance, other-
wise the condensation water cannot be properly collected.
Air outlet valve
On the top of the appliance there is an adjustable
flap 6on the air outlet, which you must open during
operation. You can adjust the flap 6to different angles
and thus determine the direction of the air flow. This can
be helpful if you are using the appliance to dry
washing, for example. In this way, you can direct the air
flow towards the wet laundry.

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Operating status displays
The different operating states are shown on the control panel 1via LEDs and
the display t. In addition, the appliance has a numeric LED panel 3 as well as
an LED indicator light 2. It uses different colours to indicate the relative humidity
range in the room.
LED indicators
LED lit Meaning
TANK FULL pThe water tank 4is full or not inserted.
TIMER rA switch-off time has been activated.
DRY CLOTHES
TARGET HUMIDITY
FAN FUNCTION
AUTOMATIC
qShows the selected programme.
OPERATION oThe appliance is switched on.
AUTO DEFROST jAutomatic defrosting is activated.
Display indicator
Display Meaning
During operation, the current relative humidity value is
permanently displayed in %.
Hold the UP arrow zfor approx. 3 seconds to display the
current ambient temperature in °C. After approx. 5 seconds the
display automatically changes back to the humidity value.
LED indicator light
Colour Meaning
Red Relative humidity HIGH (> 70%)
Green Relative humidity MID (≥ 50 to ≤ 70%)
Yellow Relative humidity LOW (< 50%)
NOTE
► Note that the values for the relative humidity have a tolerance of approx.
± 3 %, and switching on the appliance or dehumidification may be slightly
delayed.

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Selecting programmes
The appliance has 4 distinct programmes.
♦ Press the MODE button wrepeatedly to set the desired program.
The programme LED q of the set programme lights up.
DRY CLOTHES
You can use this programme to dry damp laundry faster. Move the flap 6on
the air outlet so that the airflow is directed towards the garments to be dried.
Changes regarding the desired air humidity and the fan level are not possible in
this programme.
TARGET HUMIDITY
This programme offers you the option of setting the desired air humidity level that
should be achieved yourself.
♦ Press the UP arrow zor DOWN arrow uto set the desired humidity
in 5% steps between 30% and 80%. The set value flashes on the display t
for approx. 5 seconds and then the current relative humidity value is shown
again.
As soon as the selected humidity is reached, the HUMIDITY
REACHED LED alights up.
Additionally, you also have the option to select the setting if you want to
make a setting below 30% relative humidity. This setting allows you to achieve
a very low humidity as the dehumidification runs permanently.
To achieve maximum dehumidification, the fan speed must be set high. To do this,
press the FAN SPEED button e, until the LED h(high) lights up.
NOTE
► The minimum humidity that can be achieved in mode is dependent on
many factors, such as the room size or the ambient temperature, etc.
Therefore, it is not possible to define a generally applicable minimum value.
FAN FUNCTION
No dehumidification takes place in this programme. The room air is drawn in
through the air inlet, passes through the filter8and is discharged back into the
room via the air outlet.
♦ Press the FAN SPEED button eto select the desired fan level.
The LEDs g (low) and h(high) indicate which fan level is set.

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AUTOMATIC
With this programme, the following functions are automatically activated or
deactivated depending on the respective humidity in the room:
Humidity Dehumidification Fan
> 70% On Fan speed: High
55‒70% On Fan speed: Low
< 55% Off Fan speed: Low
Timer function
The appliance is equipped with a timer function that can be used with any one
of the 4 programmes. One of 24 switch-off times, ranging from 1 to 24 hours,
can be selected. Once the set time has elapsed, the appliance switches off
permanently.
♦ Press the TIMER button rduring operation. The TIMER LED f
lights up, and flashes on the display t.
♦ Press the UP arrow zor the DOWN arrow u to set a switch-off
time from 1 to 24 hours. The selected switch-off time flashes on the dis-
playtfor approx. 5 seconds and then the current relative humidity value
is displayed again.
♦ To end the timer prematurely, press the TIMERbuttonrtwice. The
TIMER LED fgoes out and the display tshows the current relative
humidity value.
Child lock
The appliance is equipped with a child lock to prevent children from accidentally
switching the appliance on or off or making settings. When the child lock is
activated, all of the appliance controls are deactivated.
♦ Press the TIMER button rfor about 3 seconds. You will hear a beep
and appears on the display t. The child safety lock is activated.
♦ Press the TIMER button ragain for approx. 3 seconds to deactivate
the child lock. You will hear a beep and the display goes out.

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Water tank
The water tank 4has a capacity of approx. 6.5 litres. The water level can
be checked by means of the fill level indicator 0. The appliance can only be
operated with the water tank 4inserted. When the water tank4is full, the
TANK FULL LED plights up. In addition, the appliance will also beep for
approx. 20 seconds. The dehumidification stops; the fan continues to run for
approx. 3 minutes and then switches itself off.
♦Carefully pull the water tank 4out of the appliance using the recessed
grips on the side. Use the handle to transport the water tank 4(see figure 1).
4
Fig. 1
♦Pour out the water through the opening in the lid (see figure 2) and replace
the water tank 4in the appliance. The appliance resumes operation with
the previously selected programme.
Fig. 2

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Hose drainage
In very humid rooms, it often makes more sense to drain off the water directly via a
hose rather than collect it in the water tank 4 . You can use the supplied hosekor
the EU garden hose adapter l to set up a permanent drainage outlet.
CAUTION
►When draining via the hose, the appliance runs continuously. When draining
via the hose, make sure that it is not kinked and that it runs downwards
along the entire length. Otherwise, the water may flow back into the
appliance and damage it.
►Check the entire connection system regularly for leaks.
♦Connect either the supplied hose kor the EU garden hose adapter lto
the outlet opening 9(see figures 3 + 4).
♦When using the EU garden hose adapter l, screw a garden hose onto
the EU garden hose adapter l(see figure 4).
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
CAUTION
►Screw the EU garden hose adapter lhand-tight only.
Do not use a wrench as this may damage the EU garden hose adapter l.
NOTE
►Depending on the garden hose system you use, you may need an addition-
al adapter. These are available from specialist stores.
♦Set up the appliance so that the end of the hose is positioned over a drain.
The open end of the hose must lie below the outlet opening 9of the appli-
ance (i.e. the hose must have a downwards gradient).