Challenge 12 LITRE DEHUMIDIFIER, MDF-12DMN3 Instruction Manual

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12 LITRE DEHUMIDIFIER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Thank you for selecting super quality dehumidifier. Please be sure to read this manual
carefully before using it. Keep the manual for future reference.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read the operating instructions carefully before using your dehumidifier for the first
time.

1. Install the appliance on flat and hard place to avoid occurrence of vibration and
noise.

2. Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.

3. Never operate the appliance if the cable or connector is damaged, or there is
something abnormal may happen.

4. Disconnect the appliance from power supply when it is not in use, or before relocating
or cleaning it.

5. Operate the appliance only at the voltage specified.

6. The appliance is for indoor use only, do not use it for other purpose.

7. Do not put heavy objects on the appliance.

8. Do not cover the unit.

9. To prevent spilling, empty the water tank before restarting the appliance.

10. Do not put the unit close to heat-generat ing devices or near flammable and dangerous
materials, don’t tip the appliance to any side as spilt water could damage the appliance.

11. Never insert any slim rod and hard object into the unit body to avoid occurrence of
hazard or unit failure.

12. Always store the unit upright in order to maintain the compressor in a proper working
condition. Leave the unit upright for at least 24 hours before operating.

13. 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. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.

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Don’t try to repair, dismantle or remold such appliance, or it may make some damage.
Even if the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

PLACEMENT

When positioning the dehumidifier, ensure that it is placed on a level surface and that there
is a minimum of 10cm of space on either side of the unit to allow for efficient airflow.

We do not recommend the use of an extension lead, so please try to ensure that the unit is
sufficiently close to a fixed main socket. If it is necessary to use an extension lead, please
ensure the diameter of the wires of the cable is at least 1 mm2.

When the dehumidifier is in operation, outside doors and windows should be closed when
necessary for most efficient use.

Make sure that there is no obstruction around the air inlet and the air outlet. The position of
the air inlet and outlet is as below:

Air inlet

Air outlet

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KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

MAIN UNIT

CONTROL PANEL

(1) ON/OFF button
(2) Full water indicator

Operation

- Plug the unit into a correct mains socket.

- Press the “ON/OFF” button once. The unit will start to work and the power indicator
light will illuminate.

- Press the “ON/OFF” button again. The unit will stop and the power indicator light will
go off.

Note：

1. Do not use the machine when the temperature is over 35℃ or below 5℃.

2. When the unit has been turned off, please wait for at least 5 minutes before turn it on

again. Fails to do this will damage the compressor.

3. This unit is fitted with an auto defrosting function. It will start when the evaporator

generates frost. This function will start to running when the temperature goes down to 5
℃.