TECO TD-20E1 User manual
DEHUMIDIFIER
User’s Manual
Model: TD-20E1
Please read these instructions carefully before using your dehumidier.
After reading, keep in a safe place for future reference.
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FOREWORD
Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us.
Read this manual carefully before using. Follow instructions and keep it for future reference.
Follow the operating instructions and safety notices in this manual.
If any problems persist, do not attempt to fix it yourself. Please contact TECOAustralia Service or
an authorised service centre.
This dehumidifier is designed specifically and approved for use with non-flammable R134a
refrigerant.
The appliance is specifically constructed for domestic and light office use.
The appliance has not been designed or manufactured for professional use. Teco declines all
responsibility for damage deriving from improper use of the appliance. The dehumidifier has
undergone the necessary tests on the tightness of the refrigeration circuit and complies with the
safety regulations for electrical appliances.
WARNING ICON
This symbol indicates information concerning your personal safety
CAUTION ICON
This symbol indicates information on how to avoid damaging the appliance
CAUTION
WARNING
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CONTENTS
Chapter Page No.
Safety Precautions ........................................................................................... 3 - 4
How does it work? ........................................................................................... 5
Part Identication ............................................................................................ 6
Control Panel ..................................................................................................... 7 - 8
Drainage ............................................................................................................. 9
Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 10
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 11
Specications ................................................................................................... 12
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Do not start or stop the appliance by unplugging and plugging the power cord.
This may result in re and/or electric shock
Do not use any extension cords, or adapters to connect this appliance.
This can result in re and/or electric shock.
Do not damage or modify the power cord or plug. Do not tamper with, tie or twist the power cord. Do
not place heavy items on the power cord or subject the power cord to heat.
This can result in re and/or electric shock.
Do not put your ngers or any objects, into the air outlet and inlet. Please do not touch the swing
louvres.
The internal fan rotates at a high speed, and thus such an action may result in an injury or malfunction
Do not attempt to repair, take apart, or modify the appliance.
It may result in re and/or electric shock. Refer servicing to your dealer or Teco Service Centre.
Do not put the appliance near heat generating devices (such as stoves, fan heaters, etc.).
The plastic parts may melt causing re.
Wipe dust o the power plug and insert the plug rmly into the power outlet socket.
If the plug is not fully inserted in the power outlet socket, dust may gather on the connectors which in
turn may cause re and/or electric shock.
Use 220-240V AC power outlet sockets with a current rating shown on the rating plate attached to the
appliance.
Connecting to power points other than 220-240V AC may result in re and/or electric shock
Remove water that has collected in the water tank.
Accidental drinking of the water or using for other purposes may cause illness and/or unforeseen
accidents.
Should a malfunction occur (a smell of burning, etc.), switch o the appliance and unplug it from the
power outlet socket.
Continuing to operate a malfunctioning appliance may result in re, electric shock, and further
malfunction.
Contact your dealer or Teco Service Centre for consultation.
Do not cover the air inlet and the air outlet with clothes, curtains, etc.
This results in poor ventilation and may cause heat generation and re.
WARNING
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Do not stand, sit or lean against the appliance.
The appliance which stands on castors may move and fall over, resulting in an injury.
Do not place any object on the dehumidier.
Do not put ower vases or any other objects lled with water on the dehumidier.
Water may leak into the appliance adversely aecting the electric insulation and cause electric shock and/
or re by short-circuiting.
Do not use the appliance where it may be exposed to direct sunlight or other weather conditions.
(This unit is for indoor use only).
This may cause overheating, electric shock and/or re by short circuiting, or plastic discolouration.
Do not use the appliance in narrow, enclosed places such as inside closets, between pieces of
furniture, etc.
This results in poor ventilation and may cause heat generation and/or re.
Do not use the appliance in places where chemicals are used (such as hospitals, factories, laboratories
or beauty salons).
Chemicals and solvents evaporated in the air may harm the appliance and cause water in the tank to leak,
resulting in damage to property.
Do not use the appliance for special purposes, such as preservation of food, art works etc.
This may negatively aect the quality of the items stored.
Do not drain water continuously if there is a possibility that the temperature around the drainage
hose (eld supplied) could drop to freezing point.
Water inside the hose may freeze and prevent the water in the tank from owing out. The water may leak
from the appliance and damage surrounding objects.
Do not block the drainage outlet or continuous drainage hose (eld supplied).
If using the appliance after storage or xed drainage for a long time ensure the internal and external
drain is clear.
When using the appliance after it has been stored for a long period of time or when draining water
continuously for a long time with no assistance, check the unit periodically for foreign objects, etc. that
could clog the hose resulting in heat generation and/or a water leakage.
Do not use the appliance in places that may be subject to oil or ammable gas leakage.
Such a leakage around the appliance may cause combustion and re.
Do not remove the oat device from the water tank.
With the removal of the oat device, the appliance will not be able to detect a full water tank resulting
in water leakage, which may damage to surrounding objects or cause electric shock and/or leakage of
electricity.
Do not wash the appliance with water.
It may cause an electric shock.
Do not use the appliance where it is likely to come in contact with water.
Exposure to water may result in re or electric shock caused by a leak of electricity.
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A dehumidier is not an air conditioner, but rather an appliance that is used to control relative humidity by
reducing the moisture in the ambient air. This is done by passing air through the dehumidier. When the air
passes through the cooling elements within the appliance, it causes the excess moisture to condensate and
safely drain into the water tank. The dry air is then passed through the condenseer to warm slightly before
returning it into the ambient air.
Positioning The Dehumidier
Moisture travels through the air much the same way scents and smells do. Because moisture moves with air
ow, position the dehumidier in a location that can draw the most air. The eectiveness will be increased
when placed in a location where it is able to draw the most mosture from all directions and circulate the air
around the room.
If you have an area or location that is specically in need of dehumiding, place the appliance in the
aected area until the humidity is reduced, then relocate the dehumidier to a more central location for
best air circulation.
When placing the dehumidier, ensure it is on a at and level surface. The dehumidier may vibrate or
operate less eciently if the surface is not level.
The dehumidier is tted with castors for mobility purposes. If you wish to move the dehumidier, ensure it
is rst switched o and the water tank is emptied.
It is not reccommended to connect the appliance to an extension lead. Ensure to place the dehumidier
near to a xed power socket.
During operation, exterior doors and windows should be closed to ensure appliance eciency.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Moist and
humid air
Fig. 1
Dry and
slightly
warmer air
Fig. 2
Minimum
clearance
distances.
Side and
back
clearance
≥40cm
Side and
front
clearance
≥40cm
Top clearance
≥60cm
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PART IDENTIFICATION
Handle
Control
Panel Air Outlet
Louvre
Front Panel
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Air Inlet
& Filter
Power
Cord
Water
Tank
Outlet for
Continuous
Drainage
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CONTROL PANEL
POWER HUMIDITY TIMER FAN SWING
FULL
DEFROST
TIMER
HUMIDITY
HI
LO
FAN ONLY
SWING
POWER HUMIDITY TIMER FAN SWING
FULL
DEFROST
TIMER
HUMIDITY
HI
LO
FAN ONLY
SWING
Fig. 5
Power (1)
Humidity (2)
Timer (3)
Fan (4)
Swing (5)
Control Panel Button Description
The POWER Button
Plug in the power cable and switch on the main power source.
The buzzer will sound and the current room relative humidity will be displayed.
Press the POWER (1) button and the dehumidier will begin operating in the above mentioned default state.
When the dehumidier is rst turned on, it defaults to continuous dehumiding, high fan speed and swing
louvre.
The HUMIDITY Button
Press the HUMIDITY (2) button to select a humidity level. Choose
from 80%, 70%, 60%, 50%, 40% or continuous.
The dehumidier will operate until the room’s ambient relative humidity is below
the selected humidity level.
Once the dehumidier reaches the selected humidity level, the compressor will stop and the fan will
continue circulating air. If the room’s humidity rises above the selected humidity level, the compressor will
automatically start to maintain the selected humidity level.
To set the dehumidier into continuous mode, press the HUMIDITY (2) button until 40% is displayed.
Press the HUMIDITY (2) button again will activate the continuous mode. The dehumidier will continuosly
dehumidify regardless of the humdity of the room.
The Power O TIMER Button
Press the TIMER (3) button to select a duration for operation. You can select between 1 to 12 hours.
The dehumidier will automatically stop once the selected time has been reached.
The FAN Button
Press the FAN (4) button to select a fan speed. When in FAN ONLY mode, the dehumidier will only
lter the air. It will not dehumidify.
80% 70% 60%
50%40%Continuous
POWERPOWER
HUMIDITYHUMIDITY
TIMERTIMER
FANFAN
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The SWING Button
The SWING (5) button will engage the louvre to either move or disengage and remain stationary
in the position it is in when the buitton is pressed. If engaged, the SWING light will be on and the
louvre will oscillate to distribute the air.
Multi-Function LCD Display
The two digit LCD display is used to show the current ambient room humidity, the selected humidity level
or the power o TIMER setting. When displaying the Power O TIMER setting, the duration the
dehumidier will operate for will be shown briey, then return to display the current ambient room
humidity. When the HUMIDITY button is pressed, the currently set humidity level will be displayed briey,
then return to the default display of the current ambient room humidity.
Display Lights
FULL
When the water tank is full, the buzzer will sound and the FULL light will remain on. Remove
the water tank and dispose of the water. Replace the water tank and the dehumidier will resume
operating automatically once the tank is corretly inserted.
DEFROST
To prevent damage to the dehumidier, it will automatically detect if defrosting is required. The
compressor will stop and the DEFROST light will be displayed. The defrost cycle will begin and
continue until the dehumidier is completely defrosted. The dehumidier will resume normal
operation after it completes defrosting.
TIMER
Once the TIMER button is pressed, the TIMER light will ash and the display will indicate the current
timer duration (no display represents the timer is OFF). Once a timer duration is selected, the
dehumidier will return to displaying the current room humidity and the TIMER light will remain on.
HUMIDITY
The HUMIDITY light indicates when the current room humidity is displayed on the panel. This light
only goes o when the appliance is displayimg TIMER settings or switched o.
NOTE: This does not indicate the status of the dehumidier.
FAN ONLY - HI - LO
The FAN ONLY light will be on when the dehumidier is only circulating air. When this light is on, the
appliance does not dehumidify. You can choose either HI or LO fan speeds.
The HI and LO lights are used in both dehumidifying and fan only modes to indicate the fan speed.
SWING
When the SWING light is on, the louvre swings to assist in the distribution of air from the air outlet.
When the light is o, the louvre will remain stationary.
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SWINGSWING
FULL
DEFROST
TIMER
HUMIDITY
HI
LO
FAN ONLY
SWING
FULL
DEFROST
TIMER
HUMIDITY
HI
LO
FAN ONLY
SWING
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Using the Water Tank
When using the water tank to drain water, once full, the dehumidier will stop and the buzzer will sound.
The WATER FULL light will be displayed. Carefully remove the water tank using the handle at the base and
dispose of collected water. NOTE: Drainage of collected water must comply with local council regulations.
Once the water tank is empty, replace and ensure it is securely back inside the dehumidier. The appliance
will resume operating.
Caution - The dehumidier can be damaged if the water tank is not replaced correctly or if it is
removed and replaced frequently. Only remove the water tank when full or when the dehumidier is
o.
Using Continuous Drainage
In situations of extremely high humidity or for convenience, you may nd connecting continuous drainage
more suitable. To connect continuous drainage, remove the water tank.
Insert a PVC pipe with a Ø14mm ID (not supplied) into the drainage outlet. Ensure a tight t so that no water
leaks from the dehumidier. Replace the water tank while feeding the pipe through the space provided.
The dehumidier can now be operated with continuous drainage.
NOTE: Drainage of collected water must comply with local council regulations.
Do not drain water continuosly if there is a possibility that temperature around the hose could
drop to freezing point. Water inside the hose may freeze and prevent the water in the drainage
tank from owing out. The water may leak from the unit and damage surrounding objects.
When using the unit after it has been stored for a long period of time or when draining water continuosly
for a long time with no assistance, check the unit periodically for foreign objects, etc. that could clog the
CAUTION
Fig. 6
Removing
the water
tank.
Pull from
bottom.
CAUTION
DRAINAGE
Note: When using the continuous drain feature,
make sure the drain tube is laid at horizontally
and fastened in place; avoid overlapping or
depressing, and make sure it lays lower than the
drain hole.
pipes resulting in heat generation and/or a water leakage.
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Before performing any maintenance or cleaning of the dehumidier, always switch o and unplug the
appliance.
Use a soft cloth when cleaning the appliance.
Do not spray the dehumidier with water.
Do not use harsh chemicals, gasoline, detergents, chemicallly treated clothes, or other cleansing solutions.
These items and chemicals may cause damage to the dehumidier cabinet.
To clean the lter, use a vacuum cleaner or tap the lter lightly to remove
dust and dirt. If the lter is unable to be cleaned by vacuum, use warm water
with a small amount of medium strength detergent.
Remove the water tank and ensure the drainage outlet is clear of obstructions.
If contiuous drainage is used, check outlet hoses are free of kinks and
obstructions.
Storage
If the dehumidier will not be used for an extended period of time, turn the
appliance o and unplug from the main power source. Tidy the power cord.
Completely empty the water tank and wipe it clean. Cover the dehumidier and
store in a location not in direct sunlight.
Fig. 7
MAINTENANCE
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CAUTION
Symptom Solution(s)
The dehumidier does not operate Ensure the power is ON.
Check the power cord. Ensure it is securely
plugged in and switched on.
Check the power supply to the house. Ensure
the fuse has not blown or if the safety switch
has been activated.
Check the water tank is empty and correctly in
position.
The appliance is not reducing the
humidity
Check the lter is not dirty or contaminated.
Check the air inlet and outlet are not
obstructed.
Check the room humidity is above what the
dehumidier is set to.
Check that no doors or windows remain open.
Remove objects or devices that may be
producing or increasing the room’s humidity.
The dehumidier is too noisy Check that the dehumidier is placed on a at,
stable and secure surface.
The dehumidier is leaking Check that the dehumidier is in good
working order and the cabinet and water tank
is not cracked.
NOTE: If problems persist, switch o the dehumidier and unplug from the main power source.
Contact TECO Australia Service as soon as possible. Never attempt to repair the appliance.
It is hazardous for anyone altering, repairing or servicing the dehumidier.
Only an Authorised Service Person can carry out servicing or repairs to this appliance.
IF SERVICE IS REQUIRED:
If you have a problem, and the problem persists after you have made the checks mentioned above, contact:
TECO Australia’s Service on 1300 660 037 during business hours (8.30am – 5pm AEST).
For warranty details please visit www.teco.com.au
The dehumidier does not collect
water
The humidity is low.
The temperature is low.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model TD-20E1
Control Type Electronic
Rated Voltage (V) 230
Rated Frequency (Hz) 50
Rated Power Input (W) 380
Rated Run Current (A) 1.7
Weight (Kg) 12
Rated dehumidifying capacity 18L / 24 Hr
@ 30oC DB 80% RH
Dimensions (mm) H: 531 W: 347 D:213
Operating temperature range 5oC ~ 35oC
Water tank capacity (L) 4
Note: Data shown in this table is subject to change without prior notice.
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