User manual DELONGHI DEM 8.5

[. . . ] Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin. 11 ENGLISH Ai De s c r i p t i o n / A c c e s s o r i e s 1 6 2 3 7 8 5 4 1. 4. Lifting handle Dust filter (internal) Air intake grille Condensate collection tank 5. 8. Power cable Control panel Air outlet grille Continuous drain cap Accessories Description condensate drain hose rubber bung 12 Warnings Important safeguards · Use this appliance only as described in this instruction manual. As with all electrical equipment, whilst the instructions aim to cover as many eventualities as possible, Caution and common sense should be applied when operating and installing this appliance. [. . . ] At the end of its working life, consign the appliance to a specialist collection centre. You are therefore recommended to dispose of them in special differentiated waste collection containers. · Do not obstruct the air intake or outlet. Assi El stance Keep the list of Service Centres and identify the Centre nearest you. ectrical connections Before using for the first time, the dehumidifier should be stood upright for 24 hours. Failure to respect this safety rule absolves the manufacturer from all liability. This appliance is manufactured in compliance with ECC standard EN55014 on the suppression of radio interference. After moving the appliance, wait at least an hour before turning it on again. Before plugging the appliance into the mains socket, check that: · The mains power supply corresponds to the power supply indicated on the rating plate. · The power socket and electrical circuit are adequate for the appliance. If this is not the case, have the plug replaced by a qualified electrician; · The power socket is adequately earthed. 13 ENGLISH Installation tion the appliance in the room to be dehumidified: A free space of at least 50 cm must be left at the front and back of the dehumidifier, so as not to block the air intake or outlet. Do not place the dehumidifier next to a radiator or other heat source as this will reduce its performance. For ongoing usage we suggest positioning in a hallway or on a landing. The water collected (condensate) can be drained in one of the two ways: A) Draining into the tank The condensate can be drained directly into the tank (fig. 1). 1 B) Continuous external draining If the appliance is to be operated for long periods but you are unable to empty the tank regularly, you are recommended to use the continuous drain facility. 1) Remove the continuous drain cap (8) and the rubber bung (see figure 2). For models supplied without drain hose, we suggest you purchase a rubber hose around 2m long, with an internal diameter of 13. 5 mm. 3) Make sure the end of the hose is no higher than the spout or water could remain in the tank. You will need it to plug the hose or close the spout if you revert to draining into the tank. 2 14 How to dehumidify to dehumidify 1) Plug the appliance into a mains socket. 3) Turn the humidistat dial to one of the positions between OFF and CONTINUOUS. With the humidistat turned to "CONTINUOUS", the appliance is on all the time. Tank full/tank missing light ON light Dehumidifying/low-temperature standby light Humidistat dial To easily select the right humidity level, we suggest you operate as follows: Turn the humidistat dial clockwise as far as it wil go to the continuous position. [. . . ] · Never spray liquid insecticide or similar products as they may deform the plastic. eaning the air filter If the filter is dirty, air circulation is compromised and the efficiency of the dehumidifying and air purifying functions decreases. It is therefore good practice to clean the filter at regular intervals. If the unit is used constantly or systematically, you are recommended to clean the filter once a week. · To remove the air filter, take out the tank and extract the filter by pulling downwards (fig. [. . . ]