Dimplex DXDH10N, DXDH16N, DXDH20N Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Installation and Operating Instructions

Model: DXDH10N 10L Dehumidifier

Model: DXDH16N 16L Dehumidifier

Model: DXDH20N 20L Dehumidifier

08/35430/0 Issue 4

For domestic household use only.

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Products comply with the European Safet y Sta ndard EN60335-2-40 and the relevant parts of the European Standards for Electromagn etic Compatibility (EMC) EN55014, and

EN61000 along with EN62233 cover ing Electr om agnetic Field (E MF) r equir ement s. These cover the essential requirements of EEC Directives 2006/95/EC an d 2004/108/EC.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read the operating instructions carefully before using your
dehumidifier for the first time and keep them in a safe place.

- Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.

- Never operate the appliance if a cable or connector has been
damaged, after appliance malfunction or if the appliance was
dropped or is otherwise damaged.

- When the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, or a professional service agent only.

- Please ask a professional service agent to repair the product.
Improper repair may cause danger to users.

- Disconnect the appliance from mains power whenever it is not
in use, before relocating it, and before cleaning.

- Operate the appliance only at the voltage specified on the
rating label.

- Do not connect this product to mains using an extension lead.

- Do not connect the dehumidifier to a multiple socket outlet,
which is also being used for other electrical appliances

- This dehumidifier is only intended for INDOOR RESIDENTIAL
applications. This dehumidifier should not be used for
commercial or industrial or leisure applications.

- DO NOT COVER. Never cover or obstruct in any way the
outlet at the top of the dehumidifier or the air inlet slots at the
rear of the dehumidifier.

- Only operate this appliance with a minimum of 50cm clearance
all around i.e. away from walls, furniture and overhanging
objects such as curtains or a shelf.

- Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only
switch on/off the appliance provided that it has been placed or
installed in its intended normal operating position and they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years
shall not plug in, regulate and clean the appliance or perform
user maintenance.

- Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless
continuously supervised. ”

- To prevent spillage, empty the water tank before relocating the
appliance.

- Do not tip the appliance to any side as escaping water could
damage the appliance. Only operate the product in a level
upright position.

- “WARNING: Never leave water in the reservoir when the
appliance is not in use, microorganisms can grow in stagnant
water, the water tank should be emptied and cleaned regularly
and properly.

- CAUTION: Clean and empty the water tank at least every third
day. Empty the water tank and clean it with fresh tap water or
mild detergent. Remove any scale, deposits, or film that has
formed on the sides of the water tank or on interior surfaces
using soft non-abrasive cleaning agents (such as washing up
liquid), wipe all surfaces dry on completion. Empty the tank,
clean and dry it when not in use and before putting into
storage.

- Be aware that high humidity levels may encourage the growth
of biological organisms in the environment.

- Monitor the area around the dehumidifier to ensure there is no
damp or wet. Do not allow absorbent materials, such as
carpeting, drapes, or tablecloths to become damp.

- When the unit stops, you have to wait for 3 minutes before

you can restart the unit to protect the compressor from
damage

- Air inlet filter must be cleaned regularly to ensure correct
operation and to avoid damage to the appliance, please refer
to page 7 and 8.

- Never operate the product without the filter

- WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation please remove all
packaging materials particularly plastic and EPS and keep
these away from vulnerable people, children and babies.

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WARNING: To avoid the risk of accidental strangulation from
the supply cord all children and vulnerable people must be
supervised when in the vicinity of the product whether it is
working or not.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Control panel

2. Air outlet

3. Handle

4. Front panel

5. Back panel

6. Water outlet tube (continuous use)

7. Water tank

CONTROL PLATE DESCRIPTION

OPERATION INSTRUCTION

Starting the unit

Allow the unit to stand upright for 24hrs to let the compressor stabilize

before use.

1. Firstly, turn the humidity control switch to the “OFF” position.

2. Plug in the dehumidifier.

3. Turn on the humidity control switch (clockwise) and turn the same switch to the

reading of the desired humidity (60% in general as shown on position”4”).

Turning off the unit

1. Turn the humidity control switch fully anticlockwise to the “OFF” position and

the power supply is cut off and the unit stops operating.

2. If the dehumidifier is not in use for a long time, please disconnect the power

cord plug from the supply outlet.

NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS

1. The dehumidifier will not operate if the humidity setting is higher than the

ambient humidity.

2. When the water in the tank is full an automatic float switch shuts down the

product and the water level indicator light illuminates. Remove the water

storage tank and empty its contents, carefully replace the empty water tank

back in position, the unit will now automatically restart operating.

3. When the unit stops, you have to wait for 3 minutes before you can

restart the unit to protect the compressor from damage.

4. The following table indicates the approximate relative humidity setting against

its related position number on the humidity control switch:

CONTROL SWITCH

POSITION NO.

8

7 30﹪

6 40﹪

4 60﹪

2 80﹪

5. The operational temperature range for this unit is 5-35°C.

6. Other than on the case of note 2 above, where the dehumidifier does not

start, the operational light does not illuminate or the dehumidifier intermittently
stops for unknown reasons, please check the plug and power supply for poor
connection. If the plug and power supply are in good condition, wait for 10
minutes and restart the unit (it can take about 10 minutes for the unit to reset).
If the unit still does not start after 10 minutes, please contact your retailer or
the manufacturer for repair.

7. When the dehumidifier is in operation, the running compressor will produce

heat. This is normal and may potentially raise the room temperature.

8. When the product is defrosting, the defrost light will illuminate.

APPROXIMATE

HUMIDITY SETTING

20﹪

DRAINAGE INSTRUCTION

Switch off before carrying out any of these operations
and leave for 3 minutes before switching on again. The

Fig 01

extracted water is collected by the water tank (set up
as supplied), or can be set up to drain continuously
using a PVC hose (not included) connected to a drain
outlet, the drain point must be lower than the unit outlet
(see details below).

USE OF THE WATER TANK:

When the tank full LED illuminates the tank is full, the compressor and the
fan will stop operation, please empty the water tank. Remove the water tank as
per Fig 01 and empty it. Gently refit the water tank into the unit in its original
position. Note, if the tank full LED remains on when the tank is emptied please
remove and re-fit the tank to reset the light.

CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE

If you want to use this function, please pull out the water tank and plug a 9mm

internal diameter water pipe onto the “Water out tube”
(See Fig.02). Replace the water tank into the unit, the
unit will now operate while discharging the extracted
water through the free end of the fitted pipe, Note, you
must ensure that the free end of the pipe is below the
product outlet connection and that the drain point is
likewise lower than the unit outlet. NOTE: When the
continuous drain feature is not being used, remove the
drain hose from the outlet and attach the rubber plug
back to the drain outlet. Store the drain hose safely
away from children and vulnerable people.

Filter Removal

•To remove the filter you must first remove the

water tank as instructed above.

•The filter can then be removed from its slot by

gripping the filter handle and sliding it down and
out of the back of the appliance as indicated
below.

• Every 2 weeks, remove the filter and clean it

with warm water, below 40°C. Allow it to dry
naturally and then replace by reversing the
removal instruction above.

• Never operate the product without the filter

Fig 02

Care and Maintenance Instruction

1. To avoid the occurrence of vibration and noise the unit should not be
operated while located on any soft or uneven surface.

2. Never insert any foreign objects into the unit through its air inlet or outlet to
avoid hazard or unit failure.

3. During power off or when not in use for a long time, please disconnect the
product from the mains.

4. For a better dehumidifying effect, the areas to the front, rear and above the
unit should be clear and free from any obstacles which will block the air flow
of the unit. Do not block any air inlet or outlet grilles – keep clear of hanging
drapes, curtains and furnishings – DO NOT COVER, as specified under

safety information section a clearance of 50cm should be maintained
all around the appliance when it is in use.

5. 5. Every 2 weeks, remove the air filter and clean it with warm water, below
40°C. Allow it to dry naturally and then replace by reversing the removal
instruction above. Never operate the product without the filter

SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

SPECIFICATION

POWER SUPPLY

POWER INPUT

RUNNING CURRENT

WEIGHT

MOISTURE REMOVAL (30

℃℃℃℃

RH 80%

DIMEMSIONS (WxDxH)mm

APPLICABLE TEMPERATURE

WATER TANK CAPACITY

DXDH10N

DXDH16N DXDH20N

220-240V~50Hz

250W 410W 480W

1.2A 2.1A 2.2A

11.1Kg 13.3Kg 13.7Kg

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10 litre/day 16 litre/day 20 litre/day

W:365 x D:220 x H:490

5℃ - 32℃

2.3L

Contains fluorinated greenhouse gases

Recycling:

Hermetically sealed system.
Contains Refrigerant HFC134a 100%
Global Warming Potential – 1430
Refrigerant Weight and CO2 equivalent weight by model as per below table

Model Refrigerant Weight CO2 Equivalent Weight

DXDH10N 0.065Kg 0.093 tonnes

DXDH16N 0.12Kg 0.172 tonnes

DXDH20N 0.135Kg 0.193 tonnes

For electrical products sold within the European Community.
At the end of the electrical products useful life it should not be disposed of
with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice in your
country.

After Sales Service and Extended Guarantee terms and conditions
Your product is guaranteed for 1 year from the date of purchase. If you
experience a problem with your Dimplex product, which is found to be defective
due to faulty materials or workmanship within the Guarantee Period, this Dimplex
Guarantee will cover repair or - at the discretion of Dimplex – replacement with a
functionally equivalent Dimplex product.
The 1 year guarantee is extended for an additional 2 years when you register the
product with Dimplex, within 28 days of purchase. If you do not register the
product with Dimplex within 28 days, your product will remain guaranteed for 1
year only.
Within the extended guarantee period we undertake to repair or exchange this
product free of charge providing:
a) Proof of purchase such as a sales receipt should be provided, showing that the
appliance was bought within the 36-months prior to registering the defect/fault.
b) The appliance was correctly installed and operated in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and used solely for domestic purposes.
c) The defect/fault was not as a result of accident, misuse, unauthorised
modification or inexpert repair
Your rights under this guarantee are additional to your statutory rights, which in
turn are not affected by this guarantee.
To validate your extended guarantee register with us online at
http://register.dimplex.co.uk
N.B. Each qualifying product needs to be registered with Dimplex individually.

What is not covered by a Dimplex Guarantee?

The Dimplex Guarantee does not cover any of the following:
Any fault or damage to your Dimplex product due to faulty materials or
workmanship occurring outside the 3* year Guarantee Period (*subject to
successful online registration for the additional 2 years within 28 days of
purchase).
Normal wear and tear including parts that might wear out over time or
consumables, such as filters.
Any fault or damage occurring to any pre-owned Dimplex product or to any other
equipment or property.
Accidental damage to your Dimplex product or damage to your Dimplex product
from external sources (for example, transit, weather, electrical outages or power
surges).
Fault or damage to your Dimplex product which is:

- not due to faulty materials or workmanship or which is due to circumstances
outside Dimplex’s control.

- caused by use of your Dimplex product for anything other than normal
domestic household purposes in the country where it was purchased.

- caused by any misuse, abuse or negligent use of the Dimplex product,
including but not limited to any failure to use it in accordance with the
Operating Instructions supplied with the product.

- caused by any failure to assemble, install clean and maintain your Dimplex
product in accordance with the Operating Instructions supplied with the
product unless this was carried out by Dimplex or its authorised dealers.

- caused by repairs or alterations to your Dimplex product not carried out by
Dimplex service personnel or its authorised dealer(s).

- caused by use of any consumables or spare parts for your Dimplex product
which are not Dimplex-specified. A full range of Dimplex-specified
consumables, parts and accessories is available at www.dimplex.co.uk

Terms and Conditions

The Dimplex Guarantee is valid for 3* calendar years from the date of purchase
(*subject to successful online registration for the additional 2 years within 28 days
of purchase) of your Dimplex product from a recognised retailer in the country of
purchase and use, or the date of delivery of the product if later, always provided
the original receipt has been retained and is produced as proof of purchase.
You must provide to Dimplex or its authorised agents on request the original
receipt as proof of purchase and - if required by Dimplex - proof of delivery. If you
are unable to provide this documentation, you will be required to pay for any
repair work required.
Any repair work under the Dimplex Guarantee will be carried out by Dimplex or its
authorised dealer(s) and any parts that are replaced will become the property of
Dimplex. Any repairs performed under the Dimplex Guarantee will not extend
the Guarantee Period.

Any replacement of your Dimplex product by Dimplex during the Guarantee
Period will start the 3*-year Guarantee Period afresh from the date of delivery of
the replacement Dimplex product to you. (*Please keep original online guarantee
registration email+ sales receipt for your original purchase as proof of the
additional 2 years, in case of the unlikely event you experience an issue).
The Dimplex Guarantee does not entitle you to recovery of any indirect or
consequential loss or damage including but not limited to loss or damage to any
other property.
The Dimplex Guarantee is in addition to your statutory rights as a consumer and
your statutory rights are not affected by this Dimplex Guarantee.

Please note that the extended guarantee is only available in the UK and
Ireland

If after following these steps your product still does not operate you should return
it to your point of purchase.
Please do not return a faulty product to us as this may result in loss or damage
and delay in providing you with a satisfactory service.
Dimplex Customer Service UK: 0844 879 3588
Millbrook House Fax: [phone]
Grange Drive Email: [e-mail]
Hedge End Republic of Ireland: 01 842 4833
Southampton
S030 2DF

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Website: www.gdcgroup.co.uk

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Contact Dimplex

If you have any questions about what the Dimplex Guarantee covers and does
not cover or how to claim under the Dimplex Guarantee, please contact us:

GDC Group Limited, Millbrook House, Grange Drive, Hedge End, Southampton
SO30 2DF
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Visit: www.dimplex.co.uk/support

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CE This appliance complies with European Safety Standard EN60335-2-40, and

European Electromagnetic Capability (EMC) EN55014-1, EN55014-2, EN61000­3-2 and EN61000-3-3. These cover the essential requirements of EEC Directives
2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.