starlight DHM-1635W User manual

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DEHUMIDIFIER
DHM-2044W / DHM-1635W
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this
manual for future use.

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SOCIABLE REMARK
When using this dehumidifier in the European countries, the following information
must be followed:
DISPOSAL: Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection
of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.
It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance in domestic household waste. For
disposal, there are several possibilities:
A) The municipality has established collection systems, where electronic waste
can be disposed of at least free of charge to the user.
B) When buying a new product, the retailer will take back the old product at least
free of charge.
C) The manufacture will take back the old appliance for disposal at least free of
charge to the user.
D) As old products contain valuable resources, they can be sold to scrap metal
dealers.
Wild disposal of waste in forests and landscapes endangers your health when
hazardous substances leak into the ground-water and find their way into the food
chain.
Note About Fluorinated Gasses
- Fluori nated green house gase s are conta ined in herm etical ly seale d
equipment. For specific information on the type, the amount and the CO 2
equivalent in tonnes of the flinated green house gas (on some models),
please refer to the relevant label on the unit itself.
- Installation, service, maintenance and repair of this unit must be
performed by a certified technician.
- Product unins tallation and recycling must be performed by a certified
technician.

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CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................................... 4
WARNING .................................................................................................... 4
CAUTION ..................................................................................................... 5
Electrical information ........................................................................................... 6
CONTROL PADS ON THE DEHUMIDIFIER .......................................................... 6
Control pads ........................................................................................................ 7
Other features ..................................................................................................... 8
IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS .............................................................................. 11
Positioning the unit ............................................................................................ 12
OPERATING THE UNIT ....................................................................................... 13
Removing the collected water ........................................................................... 14
Read this manual
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air
conditioner properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great
deal of time and money over the life of your air conditioner. You'll find many
answers to common problems in the chart of troubleshooting tips. If you review
our chart of Troubleshooting Tips firs t, you may not need to call for service at all.
CAUTION
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. (be applicable
for the European Countries )
• This 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. C hildren should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. (be
applicable for other countries except the European Countries).

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• 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.
• The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.
• The appliance with electric heater shall have at least 1 meter space to the
combustible materials.
• Contact the authorised service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property da mage, the following
instructions must be followed. In correct operation due to ignoring of instructions
may cause harm or damage.
▪ The seriousness is classified by the following indications.
WARNING
This sym bol indicates the possibility of death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage
to property.
▪ Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
Never do this.
Always do this.
WARNING
Do not exceed the rating of the power outlet or connection device.
● Otherwise, it may ca use electric shock or fire due to excess heat generation.
Do not operate or stop the unit by switching on or off the power supply.
● It may cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation.
Do not damage or use an unspecified power cord.
● It may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not modify power cord length or share the outlet with other appliances.
● It may cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation.
Do not insert or pull out plug with wet hands.
● It may cause electric shock.

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Do not place the unit near a heat source.
● Plastic parts may me lt and cause a fire.
Disconnect the power if strange sounds , smell, or smoke comes from it.
● It may cause fire and electric shock.
You should never try to take apart or repair the unit by yourself.
● It may cause failure of machine or electric shock.
Before cleaning, turn off the power and unplug the unit.
● It may cause electrical shock or injury.
Do not use the machine near flammable gas or combustibles, such as gasoline,
benzene, thinner, etc.
● It may cause an explosion or fire.
Do not drink or use the water drained from the unit.
● It contains contaminants and could make you sick.
Do not take the water bucket out during operation.
● It may cause bucket full protect of the unit and cause electrics hock.
CAUTION
Do not use the unit in small spaces.
● Lack of ventilation can cause overheating and fire.
Do not put in places where water may splash onto the unit.
● Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation. It may cause an electric
shock or fire.
Place the unit on a level,sturdy section of the floor.
● If the unit falls over, it may cause water to spill and damage belongings, or
cause electrical shock or fire.
Do not cover the intake or exhaust openings with cloths or towels.
● A lack of air flow can lead to overheating and fire.
Care should be taken when using the unit in a room with the following persons.
● Infants, children, e lderly people, and people not sensitive to humidity.
Do not use in areas where chemicals are handled.
● This will caus e the unit deterioration due to chemicals and solvents dissolved in
the air.

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Never insert your finger or other foreign objects into grills or openings. Take
special care to warn children of these dangers.
● It may cause electric shock or failure of appliance
Do not place heavy object on the power cord and take care so that the cord is
not compressed.
● There is danger of fire or electric shock.
Do not climb up on or sit on the unit.
● You may be injured if you fall or if the unit fa lls over. .
Always insert the filters securely. Clean filter once every two weeks.
● Operation without filters may cause failure.
If water enters the unit, turn the unit off and disconnect the power, contact a
qualified service technician.
● It may cause failure of appliance or accident.
Do not place flower vases or other water container on top of the unit.
● Water may spill inside the unit, causing insulation failure an d electrical shock or
fire.
Electrical information
• The manufactures na meplate is located on the rear panel of the unit and
contains electrical and other technical data specific to this unit.
• Be sure the unit is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire hazards,
proper grounding is im portant. The power cord is equipped with a three- prong
grounding plug for protection against shock hazards.
• Your unit must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the wall
receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a time
delay fuse or circuit breaker (please refer to the nameplate for the electrical
data), have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle.
• Ensure the receptacle is accessib le after the unit installation.
• Do not use exte nsi on cords or an adapter plugs with this unit. However, if i t is
necessary to use a n extension cord, use an approved Dehumidifier extension
cord only (availa ble at most local hardwares tores).
• To avoid the possibility of personal injury, always disconnect the power supply
to the unit, before ins talling and/or servicing.
CONTROL PADS ON THE DEHUMIDIFIER
NOTE: The control panel of the unit you purchased may be slightly different
according to the models.

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Control pads
When you push the button to change operation modes, the unit will make a beep
sound to indicate that it is changing modes.
1 – Power pad
Press to turn the dehumidifier on and off.
NOTE: When the compressor startups or stops running, the unit may make a loud
voice, it is normal.
2 – Mode pad
Press to select the desired operation mode from
Dehumidifying, Dryer, Continuous dehumidifying and Smart dehumidifying.
NOTE: Dryer and Smart dehumidifying modes are optional.
3, 4 – Down/Up pads
• Humidity Set Control Pads
The humidity level can be set within a range of 35%R H (Relative Humidity) to
85%R H (Relative Humidity) in 5% increments.
For drier air, press the - pad and set to a lower percent value(%).
For damper air, press the + pad and set a higher percent value(%).
• Timer set control pads
Use the Up/Down pads to set the Auto start and Auto stop time from 0.0 to 24
5 – Timer pad

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Press to initiate the Auto start and Auto stop feature, in conjuction with the + and
- key pads.
6 – Turbo pad
Control the fan speed. Press to select either
High or Normal fan speed. Set the fan control to High for maximum moisture
removal. When the humidity has been reduced and quiet operation is preferred,
set the fan control to Normal.
7 – Ion pad (optional)
Press to activate the ionizer. Anions are automatically generated by ionization.
The anions deactive the airborne chemical vapors and dust particles. Press it
again to stop the function.
8 – Display
Shows the set % humidity level from 35% to 85% or auto start/stop time (0~24)
while setting, then shows the actual (+ 5% accuracy) room % humidity level in a
range of 30%RH (Relative Humidity) to 90% RH (Relative Humidity).
Error Codes and Protection Codes :
AS - Humidity sensor error--Unplug the unit and plug it back in. If error repeats,
call for service.
ES - Temperature sensor error-- Unplug the unit and plug it back in. If error
repeats, call for service.
P1- Unit is defrosting-- Allow the unit time to automatically defrost. T he protection
will clear after the unit self defrosts. P 2- Bucket is full or bucket is not in right
position-- E mpty the bucket and replace it in the right position.
E3- Unit malfunction-- Unplug the unit and plug it back in. If error repeats, call for
service.
EC - Refergerant leakage detection malfunction-- Call for service.
Other features
Bucket Full Light
Glows when the bucket is ready to be emptied, or when the bucket is removed or
not replaced in the proper position.
Auto Shut Off
The dehumidifier s huts off when the bucket is full, or when the bucket is removed
or not replaced in the proper pos ition. When the s etting humidity is reached, the
unit will be s hut off automatically.
For some models, the fan motor will continue to run for 30 s econds.
Auto Defrost
When fros t builds up on the evaporator coils , the compres s or will cycle off and
the fan will continue to run until the fros t dis appears .

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NOTE : When Auto defrosting operation, the unit may make a voice of refrigerant
flowing, it is normal.
Wait 3 minutes before resumin goperation
After the unit has stopped, it can not be res ta rt opertation in the first 3 minutes .
This is to protect the unit. Operation will automatically start after 3 minutes.
Smart dehumidifying mode(optional) At s mart dehumidifying mode, the unit will
automatically control room humidity in a comfortable range 45%~55% according
to the room temperature. T he humidity s etting function will be invalid.
Auto-Restart
If the unit breaks off unexpectedly due to the power cut, it will restart with the
previous function setting automa- tically when the power resumes.
Setting the timer
• When the unit is on, fit press the Timer button, the Timer Off indicator light
illuminates. It indicates the Auto Stop program is initiated. Pres s it again the
Time On indicator light illuminates.It indicates the Auto Star t is initiated.
• When the unit is off, fit press the Timer button, the TIMER ON indicator light
illuminates. It indicates the Auto Start program is initiated. Press it again the
Time Off indicator light illuminates.It indicates the Auto Stop is initiated.
• Press or hold the UP or DOWN pad to change the Auto time by 0.5 hour
increments, up to 10 hours, then at 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The
control will count down the time remaining until start.
• The selected time will register in 5 seconds and the system will automatically
revert back to disp lay the prev ious humidity setting.
• When the Auto start & Auto stop times are set, within the sam e program
sequence, TIMER ON OFF indicator lights illuminate identifying both ON and
OFF times are now programmed.
• Turning the unit ON or OFF at any time or adjusting the timer setting to 0.0 will
cancel the Auto Star t/Stop function.
• When LED display window displays the code of P2, the Auto Start/Stop
function will also be cancelled.
Dryer mode (optional)
The unit can make the MAX dehumidification function when it is under the Dryer
mode. The fan speed is fixed at high fan speed. The humidity level is
automatically controlled according to the actual room humidity. The unit will quit
dryer mode a fter a maximum 10 hours ' operation.

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NOTE :
• The Dryer mode must be operated in a close room, do not open the door and
window.
• To make the best effective dehumidification, please first dehydrate the wet
clothes.
• Make sure to direct airflow at the wet clothes (See Fig. A).
• For thick and heavy wet clothes may not get the best effective
dehumidification.
CAUTION
• Do not cover the air outlet of the unit with clothes. It may cause excessive heat,
fire or failure of the unit.
• Do not place the wet clothes on the top of the unit and do not make the water
drop into the unit. It may cause electric shock, creepage or fa ilure of unit.

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IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS
Identification of parts
Fig. 2
Front
1. Control panel
2. Handle (both sides)
3. Air outlet grille
4. Water bucket
5. Water level window
Fig. 3

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Rear
1. Drain hose outlet
2. Caster
3. Power cord and plug
4. Air intake grille
5. Air filter (behind the grill)
6. Power cord Buckle (used only when storing the unit)
NOTE: All the pictures in the manual are for explanation purposes only. The
actual shape of the unit you purchased may be slightly different, but the
operations and functions are the same.
Positioning the unit
A dehumidifier operating in a base ment will have little or no effect in drying an
adjacent enclosed storage area, such as a closet, unless there is adequate c
irculation of air in and out of the area.
• Do not use outdoors.
• This dehumidifer is intended for indoor residential applications only. This
dehumidifier should not be used for commercial or industrial applications.
• Place the dehumidifier on a smooth, level floor strong enough to s upport the
unit with a full bucket of water.
• Allow at least 20cm of air space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation.
• Place the unit in a n a rea where the temperature will not fall below 5˚C(41˚F ).
The coils can become covered with frost at temperatures below 5˚C(41˚F),
which may reduce performance.
• Place the unit away from the c lothes dryer, heater or radiator.
• Use the unit to prevent moisture damage a nywhere books or valuables are
stored.
• Use the dehumidifier in a basement to help prevent moisture damage.
• The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most effective.
• Close all doors, windows and other outside openings to the room.

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Casters (Install at four points on the bottom of unit)
Do not force casters to move over carpet, nor move the unit with water in the
bucket. (The unit may tip over and spill water.)
NOTE: Casters is optional, some models wit hout.
OPERATING THE UNIT
When using the unit
• When first using the dehumidifier, operate the unit continuously 24 hours.
• This unit is designed to operate with a working environment between 5 C/41 F
a nd 35 C/95 F.
• If the unit has been switched off and needs to be switched on a gain quickly,
allow approximately three minutes for the correct operation to resume.
• Do not connect the dehumidifier to a multiple socket outlet, which is a lso
being used for other electrical appliances.
• Select a suitable loca tion, making sure you have easy access to an electrical
outlet.
• Plug the unit into a electrical socket-outlet with earth connection.
• Make sure the Water bucket is correctly fitted otherwise the unit will not
operate properly.
• NOTE: When the water in the bucket reaches to a certain level,please be
careful to move the machine to a void it falling down.

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Removing the collected water
There are two ways to remove collected water.
1. Use the bucket
• When the unit is o,if the bucket is full, the unit will beep 8 times and the Full
indicator light will flash, the digital display shows P2.
• When the unit is on,if the bucket is full, the compressor turns off and the fan
turns off after 30 seconds for drying the water of the condenser, then the unit
will beep 8 times and the Full indicator light will -ash, the digital display shows
P2.
• Slowly pull out the bucket. Grip the left and right handles securely, and
carefully pull out straight so water does not spill. Do not put the tank on
the -oor because the bottom of the bucket is uneven. Otherwise the bucket will
fall and cause the water to spill.
• Throw away the water and replace the bucket. The bucket must be in place
and securely seated for the dehumidifier to operate.
• The machine will re-start when the bucket is restored in its correct position.
NOTES:
• When you remove the bucket, do not touch any parts inside of the unit. Doing
so may damage the product. Be sure to push the bucket gently all the way into
the unit.
• Banging the bucket against anything or failing to push it in securely may cause
the unit not to operate.
• When you remove the bucket,if there is some water in the unit you must dry it .

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2. Continuous draining
• Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain by attaching the unit with
a water hose(not included).
• Cut the cover down from the back drain hose outlet. Attach a drain
hose(ID=13.5mm) and lead it to the -oor drain or a suitable drainage
facility(see Fig.7).
• Make sure the hose is secure so there are no leaks.
• Direct the hose toward the drain,making sure that there are no kinks that will
stop the warter flowing.
• Place the end of the hose into the drain and make sure the end of the hose is
level or down to let the water -ow smoothly.Do never let it up.
Make sure the water hose is lower than the drain hose outlet.
• Select the desired humidity setting and fan speed on the unit for continuous
draining to start.

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NOTE: When the continuous drain feature is not being used, remove the drain
hose from the outlet.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Care and cleaning of the dehumidifier
Turn the dehumidifier off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.
1. Clean the Grille and Case
• Use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives.
• Do not splash water directly onto the main unit. Doing so may cause an
electrical shock, cause the insulation to deteriorate, or cause the unit to rust.
• The air intake and outlet grilles get soiled easily, so use a vacuum attachment
or brush to clean.
2. Clean the bucket
Every few weeks, clean the bucket to prevent growth of mold, mildew and
bacteria. Partially ll the bucket with clean water and add a little mild detergent.
Swish it around in the bucket, empty and rinse.
NOTE: Do not use a dishwasher to clean the bucket.
After clean, the bucket must be in place and securely seated for the
dehumidifier to operate.
3. Clean the air filter
The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every
30 days or more often if necessary.
NOTE: DO NOT RINSE OR PUT THE FILTER IN AN AUTOMA TIC
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To remove:
• Grip the tab on the lter and pull it upward, then pull it out as shown in Fig.8.
• Clean the lter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and let the lter dry before
replacing it. Do not clean the filter in a dishwasher.
Fig. 8 Fig.9
To attach:
• Insert the air lter into the unit from underside to upside. See Fig.10.
Fig. 10
CAUTION:
DO NOT operate the dehumidifier without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it
and reduce performance.
4. When not using the unit for long time periods
• After turning othe unit, wait one day before emptying the bucket.
• Clean the main unit, water bucket and air lter .
• Cover the unit with a plastic bag.
• Store the unit upright in a dry, well-ventilated place.
The design and specications are subject to change without prior notice for product
improvement. Consult with the sales agency or manufacturer for details.

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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Before calling for service, review the chart below rst yourself.
Problem
What to check
Unit does not start
● Make sure the dehumidifier s plug is pushed
completely into the outlet.
● Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box.
dehumidifier has reached its prese t level or
bucket is full.
● Water bucket is not in the proper position.
Dehumidifier does not dry
the air as it should
● Did not allow enough time to remove the
moisture.
● Make sure there are no curtains, blinds or
furniture blocking the front or back of the
dehumidifier.
● The humidity control may not be set low
enough.
● Check that all doors, windows and other
openings are securely closed.
● Room temperature is too low, below 5 C(41 F).
● There is a kerosene heater or something giving
off water vapor in the room.
The unit makes a loud noise
when operating
● The air lter is clogged.
● The unit is tilted instead of upright as it should
be.