Zanussi ZDH1802 Operator's manual
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Safety Instructions and Electrical Safety
3 –5
Feature
Diagram 6
Control Panel
Diagram 7
Positioning your Dehumidifier
8
Using your
Dehumidifier 9 -14
Emptying
your Dehumidifier 15 –16
Cleaning and Care
17 –18
Troubleshooting
19
Guarantee and Customer
Services 20
Spare
Parts 21
Connection to the Mains Supply
22
Specification
23
Notes
24
CONTENTS
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Safety Instructions
Important note: Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this
appliance. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and
usage as described in this booklet.
•This model uses natural refrigerant gas as part of its cooling system. This gas
is known as R290 (Propane) and is environmentally friendly but can be
combustible. Care should therefore be taken when handling or transporting the
product to ensure that none of the refrigeration circuit components are
damaged.
•Do not obstruct ventilation openings on the appliance and never insert your
finger or any other object into the air outlet.
•Do not cover the appliance or place any object on the control panel.
•The appliance must not be placed or rested on its power cord.
•Do not use adaptors or extension leads when connecting the appliance to the
electrical power supply.
•Do not use the appliance if the plug is damaged.
•Do not pull, twist or damage the power cable.
•Do not plug-in or un-plug the appliance with wet hands to prevent electrical
shock.
•Always store the unit in an upright position in order to maintain the compressor
working in a proper condition.
•This appliance can be used by childrenaged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensoryor mental capabilitiesor 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 should not play with the appliance.
•This appliance is designed to be used by adults, do not allow childrento play
with the appliance.
•The appliance is intended for residential use only.
•When defrosting and cleaning the appliance, do not use any tools other than
those recommended by the manufacturing company.
•The appliance must be installed, used and stored in an area that is greater
than 13 m2.
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Safety Instructions
•The appliance must be placed in an area without any continuous sources of
ignition (for example: open flames, gas or electrical appliances in
operation).
•R290/R32 is a refrigerant gas that complies with the European directives on
the environment. Do not puncture or damage any part of the refrigerant
circuit.
•If the appliance is installed, operated or stored in a non-ventilated area, the
room must be designed to prevent the accumulation of refrigerant leaks.
•Individuals who operate or work on the refrigerant circuit must have the
appropriate certification issued by an accredited organisation that ensures
competence in handling refrigerants according to a specific evaluation
recognized by associations in the industry.
•Maintenance and repairs that require the assistance of other qualified
personnel must be performed under the supervision of an individual
specified in the use of flammable refrigerants.
•Be aware that the refrigerants may not contain an odour.
•Compliance with national gas regulations shall be observed.
•The appliance shall be stored so as to prevent mechanical damage from
occurring.
•WARNING: System contains refrigerant under very high pressure. The
system must be serviced and repaired as recommended by the equipment
manufacturer and by qualified persons only.
•Do not use in the following locations:-
Next to a source of fire.
An area where oil is likely to splash.
An area exposed to direct sunlight.
An area where water is likely to splash.
Near a bath, shower or a swimming pool.
In a greenhouse.
An area where flammable gasses or liquids are present.
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Safety Instructions
Electrical Safety
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PLUGGED INTO AN EARTHED SOCKET
•Before switching on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the
same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate
on 220 –240V AC; 50Hz. Connection to any other power source may damage the
unit.
•This product may be fitted with a non re-wireable plug. If it is necessary to
change the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover
becomes lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a suitable
replacement is obtained. Please reference page 25 of this document for
instructions on how to change the fuse.
•A wiring diagram with a clear indication of the connections and wiring to
external control devices (if any) and supply cord.
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FEATURE DIAGRAM
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Front
1. Air outlet grille
2. Control panel
3. Handle
4. Water tank
5. Water tank window
6. Drainage hole
Rear
7. Air inlet grille & Air filter
(behind the air intake grille)
8. Power cord
9. Drain hose
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CONTROL PANEL DIAGRAM
1. Power
2. Timer indicators
3. Timer button
4. Mode indicators
5. Mode selection button
6. Humidity level indicator
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7. Humidity level selection button
8. Fan speed indicators
9. Fan speed selection button
10. Water tank full indicator light
11. Defrost indicator light
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•This dehumidifier 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
support the unit with a full drawer of water.
•Allow at least 45cm of air space on all sides of the unit for good air
circulation.
•Allow at least 45cm of air space above the unit for good air
circulation.
•Place the unit in an area where the temperature will not fall below
5⁰C (41 ⁰ F). The coils can become covered with frost at
temperatures below 5⁰C (41 ⁰ F), which may reduce performance.
•Place the unit away from clothes dryers, heaters or radiators.
•The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to be most
effective.
•Close all doors, windows and other outside openings
•Do not use outdoors.
POSITIONING YOUR
DEHUMIDIFIER
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When the dehumidifier reaches its pre-set level, the fan motor will
continue running and the compressor will stop working
When the water tank is full or removed the unit will automatically
shut off. Both the fan motor and compressor will stop immediately.
After the unit has stopped, the unit cannot be restarted for 3 minutes.
This is a safety feature to protect the appliance. If the unit is not
turned off then unit will automatically start after 3 minutes.
The unit has frost protection, this means that when frost builds up
inside the unit the compressor with turn off and the fan will continue
to run to remove the frost. Once the frost is removed the compressor
will operate again.
If power to the unit is broken unexpectedly (power cut), once power is
restored the unit will restart on the function it was running prior to
the power being broken.
Turning the Unit On
•Remove all packaging and plug the unit into a socket.
•Ensure the water tank is correctly positioned, the drain hole is clear
in water tank area if you are using the tank to collect the water.
•Press the Power button to turn the dehumidifier on and off. The
power indicator light will illuminate when the unit is turned on.
•When the unit is first switched on, continuous extraction mode (at
maximum extraction rate) and high fan speed will be will be
selected.
USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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Setting the Humidity
•For drier air, select a lower humidity percent value(%)
•For damper air, select a higher percent value(%).
Note: The humidity level cannot be set when the unit is operating in
Turbo Mode, Dryer Mode or Continuous Dehumidifier (Extraction)
Mode.
Dehumidify Mode
•Press the Mode button on the control panel until the Dehumidify
indicator light is illuminated.
•In the Dehumidify mode the humidity level can be selected; 40%,
50%, 60% and 70%. Press the Humidity level button to select the
humidity level you require, if after 5 seconds if the humidity button
is not pressed then the humidity level will activate.
•Press the Power button or Mode button to cancel the Dehumidify
mode.
Note: The fan speed can be set when the unit is operating in
Dehumidify Mode.
Note: The timer function can be set when the unit is operating in
Dehumidify Mode.
Turbo Mode
•Press the Mode button on the control panel until the Turbo
indicator light is illuminated.
•In the Turbo dehumidifying mode, the fan is automatically set to
high speed and the humidity level is automatically set at 30% (all
humidity indicators are off).
•Press the Power button or Mode button to cancel the Turbo Mode.
Note: The humidity and fan speed cannot be set when the unit is
operating in Turbo Mode.
USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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Note: The timer function can be set when the unit is operating in Turbo
Mode.
Dry Mode
•Press the Mode button until the Dry indicator light is illuminated
•In the Dry mode the humidity level is automatically set at 15% (all
humidity indicators are off) and the fan is automatically set to high
speed.
•Press the Power button or Mode button to cancel the dryer function.
Caution: Do not cover the air outlet with wet clothing, or do not place
wet clothing above the unit.
Note: The dry mode must be operated in a closed room. Do not operate
with a door or window open
Note: Place clothes 30-50cm from the unit for best drying results.
Note: The timer function cannot be set when the unit is operating in Dry
Mode. If the Dry mode is chose after 24 hours the appliance will
automatically change to Dehumidify mode if there is no operation
Note: The humidity cannot be set when the unit is operating in Dry
Mode.
Continuous Dehumidifier (Extraction) Mode
•Press the Mode button on the control panel until the Continuous
Dehumidifier indicator light is illuminated.
•In the Continuous Dehumidifier (Extraction) mode the humidity level
is automatically set at 15% (all humidity indicators are off).
•The unit will continue to run at the maximum extraction rate until
the water tank reaches the max fill level.
•Press the Power button or Mode button to cancel the Continuous
Dehumidifier (Extraction) mode.
.
USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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Note: The humidity cannot be set when the unit is operating in
Continuous Dehumidifier (Extraction) Mode
Note: The timer function cannot be set when the unit is operating in
Continuous Dehumidifier (Extraction) Mode.
Note: The fan speed can be set when the unit is operating in Continuous
Dehumidifier (Extraction) Mode.
Setting the Timer
Delayed Start
•The unit must be switched OFF for the Auto Start function to be
programmed.
•With the unit switched off, press the Timer button and the 2h indicator
will light up. Press again to select another time, after 5 seconds if the
timer button is not pressed then the timer will activate.
•The delayed start time can be off, 2 hours, 4 hours or 8 hours.
•The selected time indicator light will stay illuminated. The countdown
to the start time will start.
Auto Stop
•The Auto Stop function can only be set when the unit is ON.
•With the power on, press the Timer button and the 2h indicator will
light up. Press again to select another time, after 5 seconds if the timer
button is not pressed then the timer will activate.
•The stop time can be off, 2 hours, 4 hours or 8 hours.
•The selected time indicator light will stay illuminated. The countdown
to the stop time will start.
Note: Turning the unit On or Off at any time will cancel the Delayed Start
or Auto Stop functions and the unit can take 2 minutes to restart.
If the time is adjusted to “off” this will also cancel the Timer function.
If the water drawer is full, the Delayed Start and Auto Stop functions will
be cancelled.
USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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Fan
•Control the fan speed by pressing the fan speed button and select from
Low and High fan speed settings.
•Set the fan speed to High to obtain the maximum moisture removal.
•When the humidity has been reduced and quiet operation is preferred
(night time for example), you can set the fan control to Low.
Note: The fan speed can be set when the unit is operating in Dehumidify
Mode and Continuous Dehumidify Mode.
Note: The fan speed cannot be set when the unit is operating in Turbo
Mode or Dry Mode.
Other features
Auto Shut Off
The dehumidifier will shut off automatically under the following
conditions:
•When the water tank is full
•When the water tank is removed
•When the water tank is not replaced in the proper position
•When the selected humidity level is reached
Water Drawer Full Indicator light
•The indicator light will illuminate under the following conditions:
•When the water tank is full
•When the water tank is removed
•When the water tank is not replaced in the proper position
3 Minute Restart
After the unit has stopped, it cannot be restarted for 3 minutes. This is to
protect the unit. Operation will automatically start after 3 minutes.
USING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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Auto Defrost
When frost builds up on the evaporator coils, the compressor will cycle off
and the fan will continue to run until the frost disappears.
Auto-Restart
If the unit turns off unexpectedly due to a power cut, it will restart with
the previous function setting automatically when the power resumes.
There are two ways to remove collected water:
Collection in the Water Tank
•When the water tank is full, the unit will automatically stop running,
and the Full indicator light will illuminate.
•Slowly pull out the tank and grip the left and right handles securely
and carefully. Pull out the water tank straight so the water in the
tank does not spill. Do not put the tank down because the bottom of
the drawer is uneven.
•Empty the water and replace the tank. The tank must be correctly
inserted for the dehumidifier to restart operation.
•The machine will restart operation after 3 minutes.
•When you remove the water tank, do not touch any parts inside of
the unit. Doing so may damage the product.
•Be sure to push the water tank gently all the way into the unit.
Banging the tank against anything or failing to push it in securely may
cause the unit not to operate.
•When you remove the water tank, if there is some water in the unit
you must dry it .
EMPTYING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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Continuous Draining
•Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain by attaching
the unit with a inner diameter 13.5mm hose .
•Remove the rubber bung from the Drain Hose Outlet on the back of
the unit.
•Attach the hose into the Drain Hose Outlet in the side of the unit as
shown below.
•Lead the water hose to a suitable drainage facility. The drainage
facility should be lower than the drain outlet of the unit.
•Be sure to run the water hose sloping downward and let the water
to flow out smoothly.
EMPTYING YOUR DEHUMIDIFIER
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Cleaning the Air Filter
The air filter is located behind the air intake grill on the rear of the
appliance and should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or
more often if necessary.
NOTE: DO NOT PUT THE FILTER IN AN AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER
To Remove the Air Filter:
•Push both tabs on the Air Inlet Grille upwards.
•Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and let the filter dry
before replacing it. Do not clean the filter in a dishwasher.
To Replace the Air Filter
•Insert the top of the Air Inlet Grille/Filter into the unit, then click the
bottom tabs into place.
CAUTION:
DO NOT operate the dehumidifier without a filter. This will cause dirt
and lint to build up and clog the unit and will reduce performance.
CLEANING AND CARE
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Turn the dehumidifier off and remove the plug from the wall outlet
before cleaning.
Cleaning 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.
Cleaning the Water Tank
•Every few weeks, clean the tank to prevent growth of mould,
mildew and bacteria. Partially fill the tank with clean water and add
a little mild detergent. Swish it around in the tank, empty and rinse.
NOTE: Do not use a dishwasher to clean the tank. After clean, the
tank must be in place and securely seated for the dehumidifier to
operate.
When not using the unit for long time periods
•After turning off the unit, wait 24 hours before emptying the
drawer.
•Clean the main unit, drawer and air filter.
•Wrap the cord and bundle it with the band and cover the unit with
a plastic bag.
•Store the unit upright in a dry, well-ventilated place.
CLEANING AND CARE
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem
What to check
Unit does
not start
•
Make sure the dehumidifier’s plug is pushed
completely into the socket outlet.
•
Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box.
•
Drawer is full.
•
Drawer is not in the proper position.
•
If the unit is being restarted there is a 3 min
delay before the unit will start running.
•
Ensure the unit is not set on delayed start
function.
•Ensure the room humidity is not lower than 35%.
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 selector may not be set low
enough.
•
Check that all doors, windows and other
openings are securely closed.
•
Room temperature is too low, below 50C(410F).
•
There is a kerosene heater or something giving
off water vapour in the room.
The unit makes a loud
sound when operating
•
The air filter is clogged.
•
The unit is tilted instead of upright as it should
be.
•
The floor surface is not level.
Frost
appears on the coils
•
This is normal. The unit has Auto defrost feature.
Water on the floor
•
Hose to connector or hose connection may be
loose.
•Intend to use the drawer to collect water, but the
back drain plug is removed.
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GUARANTEE AND CUSTOMER SERVICES
At Zanussi, we take all our customer feedback seriously.
Feel free to contact our Product Care Team, on 0330 1230 597
who will be more than happy to assist you.
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of the
original purchase. If any defect arises due to faulty materials or
workmanship, the faulty product must be returned to the place of
purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The following conditions apply:
•The product must be returned to the retailer with the original
proof of purchase.
•The product must be installed and used in accordance with the
instructions contained in this instruction guide and any other
instructions for use which are supplied.
•It must be used for domestic purposes only and for its intended
use.
•This warranty does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse
or consumable parts.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
For Customer Services & Spare Parts please call 0330 1230 597
Or visit us at www.zanussiheatingandcooling.uk
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