Dimplex DC12, DC12RC, DC15, DC18 User Manual

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MODELS:

DC12 / DC12RC / DC15 / DC18

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

TABLE AIR CONDITIONER

Carefull your portable air conditioner. Please retain this manual for product warranty details and for future reference.

Make sure the inlet and outlet vents are never blocked.

2. Ensure the appliance is on a stable, even surface when operating to avoid water leakage.

3. Do not operate this unit in an explosive or corrosive atmosphere.

4. When switched to cooling, only operate this unit in set temperatures between 17°C and 43°C. For heating, only operate this unit in ambient temperatures between 5°C and 23°C.

5. Clean the air filter frequently to ensure efficient operation.

6. To prevent compressor damage when the unit has been operating and is turned off, please wait at least 3 minutes before restarting.

7. This unit needs to be plugged into a 220-240V ~ 50Hz AC, 10 Amp power outlet.

8. Do not use any extension cords with this unit.

9. This unit is for indoor use only.

10. Open the adjustable air vent and extend the exhaust pipe (and drain pipe, if fitted) to the closest window before using.

11. Only ever have a professional technician, manufacturer or service agent replace a damaged power cord.

12. The batteries from the remote control must be removed and disposed of safely, before the appliance is scrapped.

13. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduc ed 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.

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

y read this instruction manual before you install or use

UTION

IMPORTANT

The air co In case of doubt we suggest you wait for at least 24 hours before operation. (Please keep unit upright at all times)

ACKAGE CONTENTS

Port

able air conditioner Remote control Extendable window kit

nditioner must always be stored and transported upright.

CONTROLS AND

ols for all models

Contr

DISPLAY

ARTS

1. Contro

2. Display screen

3. Adjustable air vent

4. Window kit adaptor

5. Exhaust tube

6. Drain hose (DC12RC only)

7. Cool air inlet

8. Cool air filter

9. Hot air inlet

10. Hot air filter

11. Drain plug

l panel

te: Make sure drain plug (11) is fitted before use.

1. POWER

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The port protects the unit from possible damage due to rapid starting and stopping of its compressor. Compressor operation begins 3 minutes after the unit is switched on or the mode is switched from dehumidify to air conditioning.

2. FUNCTION

3. TEMP+

4. TEMP-

※ The time t

the size of the space in which the unit is operating in. For example, if the ambient temperature is too hot or the room is too large, the rate at which the temperature descends will be slow as the cooling may be less effective.

able air conditioner is fitted with a compressor delay protection circuit. This

aken to reach the desired set temperature will depend on the environment and

Press the POW

Press this butto (The heating function is only available on the DC12RC)

This button rais pressed, to a maximum of 30°C. For DC12RC, it can be raised to a maximum of 25°C.

This button lowers the set temp pressed, to a minimum of 17°C. For DC12RC, it can be reduced to a minimum of 15°C.

ER button to turn the unit "ON" or "OFF".

n to select cooling, heating or dehumidification.

es the set temperature by 1°C each time it is

erature by 1°C each time it is

5. DISPLAY The display indicates the current set temperature or the time setting.

The timer can be used to turn the unit off automatically after a set

When the set temperature or the timer is adjusted, the new setting is shown then the display returns to the current set temperature.

※ The display is also used to show error codes should a fault occur, see ERROR CODES.

6. FAN SPEED

Press FAN SPEED to select LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH or AUTO fan speed.

If AUTO fan speed is selected, the unit operates at maximum capacity and high fan speed while the room temperature is more than 2°C from the set temperature. When the room temperature is within 2°C of the set temperature, the unit operates at medium capacity and fan speed. Once the room temperature equals the set temperature, the unit will operate at minimum capacity and low fan speed to efficiently maint ain the desired temperature. When HIGH, MEDIUM or LOW speed is selected, the unit operates at maximum capacity until the set temperature is reached. The fan operates at the selected speed

TURBO If the TURBO button is selected, the unit will operate at the highest

speed for 30 minutes before changing to AUTO mode. Press TURBO or FAN SPEED button to cancel this function. If the unit is in TURBO mode, the "AUTO" icon will be flashing.

7. TIMER ON/OFF button for the programmable timer.

The timer can be used to turn the unit on automatically after a set time delay is complete.

1. With the unit OFF, press the "TIMER" button to set the desired time delay before the unit is to start.

2. Choose the function desired (cooling, heating or dehumidification.)

3. Once the set time delay is complete, the unit will turn on automatically.

4. If you press the “POWER” button before the time delay is complete, the delay will be cancelled and the unit will turn on immediately.

time period is complete.

1. With the unit ON, press the "TIMER" button to set the desired time for the unit to remain on.

2. Once the set time period is completed, the unit will turn off automatically.

3. If you press the “POWER” button before the time delay is complete, the delay will be cancelled and the unit will turn off immediately.

8. SLEEP Press the SLEEP button to select the sleep comfort mode.

When the unit is in cooling mode and sleep mode is selected, the unit will raise the set temperature 1°C each hour to a maximum of 2°C over two hours. These temperatures will be maintained for the balance of the time set and help maximize sleep comfort. When the unit is in heating mode and sleep mode is selected, the unit will lower the set temperature 1°C each hour to a maximum of 2°C over two hours. These temperatures will be maintained for the balance of the time set and help maximize sleep comfort. When setting the "sleep comfort" mode please ensure you set the number of hours required by pressing the TIMER button. The hours set will be shown on the display by pressing either the TEMP+ or TEMPbuttons. Please note: This function cannot be used in

dehumidifying mode.

The screen will be blank after 15 minutes of operation, but can be re-activated when any key is pressed.

WATER DRAIN For cooling only models, the water drain warning indicator is displayed

when the internal condensation container requires emptying. For reverse cycle models, an E4 error code will be displayed. For more information, refer to WATER DRAIN

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