SHARP DW-208EX Operation Manual

MODEL

DW-208EX

DEHUMIDIFIER

OPERATION MANUAL

CONTENTS Page

● Precautions ............................................ 2

● Proper Uses ............................................. 6

● Preparations Before Using..................... 7

● Part Names and Functions..................... 8

Preface

G

Features

● Rapid DRY CLOTHES function: Inverter ca­pable of blowing a great volume of airflow

● Choosing airflow direction freely: By a multi­flowing louver

● Sufficient capacity (20L /day) : By high-power
dehumidifier

● Separating operation based on purpose for
use: By a right-left-detached control panel

● Large crystal monitor allows you to check
for temperature, humidity and level of room
comfort

● Easily know conditions through a mold warn­ing indicator

● A large tank capacity (about 6.4L)

● Pre-installed CLEAN AIR function

● Casters allow carrying convenience of your

unit

This product is for household use only.

● Operation Procedure ............................ 10

● Dry clothes operation

● Dehumidifying operation

● Changing the Operation Mode............. 12

● Dry clothes operation

● Dehumid settings operation

● How to see indication

● Airflow direction is switched

● How to Operate the Timer .................... 14

OperationOthers

● Defrosting .............................................. 15

● Emptying the Water Tank ..................... 16

● Continuous Drainage............................ 17

● Move

● Maintenance .......................................... 18

● General Reference ................................ 20

● Specifications........................................ 21

● Optional Accessories ........................... 21

● Before Calling for Service .................... 24

Thank you very much for purchasing this SHARP de­humidifier.
Please read this manual carefully to ensure safe, ef­fective use of your dehumidifier.
Please read carefully through “Precautions” before
commencing to use this product.
Please keep this manual within easy reach so that
you can refer to it at any time you need.

This dehumidifier complies with the ’96 Chlorofluo-

*

rocarbons Control Act, using the chlorofluorocarbon
HFC-134a which has an ozone-depletion factor of
zero.

(by using caster) ...................................... 17

● Supplied Accessories

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Precautions

Precautions

Caution symbols Certain symbols are used throughout this manual and on the product to alert you for

important points relating to safe and effective use of this product. These symbols, which
are classified according to the seriousness of the risk involved, are explained below.
Please read this section carefully.

Warning Failure to follow this instruction may result in death or

serious injury.

Cautions Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury or

damage to property.

Warning

Should the supply cord be damaged, it must be replaced
by a service center approved by Sharp as special tools
are required.

Do not stick your fingers or any foreign objects into the
air outlet or intake.

Otherwise the rotating internal fan may be damaged or cause
injury to your fingers.

Do not operate the unit at voltages other than the rated
voltage of 220V.

Using this product at any other voltage may result in electric
shock or fire.

Do not connect this product using joined electric cords
or extension cords, or sharing a power socket with other
electrical appliances.

Otherwise there is a risk of electric shock, heat or fire.

Do not modify or cause damage to the power cord in any way.

Otherwise electric shock or fire may result. Note that heat,
nipping, pulling or placing heavy objects on it may damage
the cord.

During operation

Do not try to take out the plug by pulling the power cord
in order to stop operation.

Otherwise electric shock or fire may result.

2

Do not place the unit near any heat sources.

Otherwise resin material in the product may melt and catch
fire.

Make sure that the power plug is not covered with dust
before inserting the plug into the power socket.

If there is any dust or the connection is not secure, electric
shock or fire may result.

Meaning of the symbols

EXTRA CAUTION needed.
Actions that should be strictly avoided.

Actions that must be taken.

●

Take care to read through the precautions before commencing to use this product.
Keep this manual within easy reach so that you can refer to it at any time.

Cautions

Do not operate the unit in a closet or in a narrow, con­fined space between furniture.

Insufficient ventilation can result in overheating or combustion.

Do not install the unit in locations exposed to splashing
water.

Otherwise electric shock, short circuits or fire may result.

Do not install this unit in locations where there is any
risk of exposure to leaking oil or combustible gas.

Leaking oil or gas near the the unit may cause fire.

Do not place any vessels containing water, e.g. a vase,
on the unit.

Water spilled on the unit may impair electrical insulation, re­sulting in electric shock, short circuits or fire.

This product is for indoor use only. Do not install in lo­cations exposed to direct sunlight or without shelter.

Otherwise this may lead to overheating, electric shock, short
circuits or fire.

Do not use this unit for storage of any items that require
strict temperature control, such as art works or academic
materials.

Otherwise the quality of these items may actually deteriorate.

During installation

Make sure to operate this product only on level, stable surfaces.

An uneven surface may cause stored water to spill and to make household furniture or appli­ances wet, or to cause electric shock, short circuits or fire.

When water is to be drained continuously, take care that the hose is not bent and that
the hose outlet is positioned below the unit.

Otherwise drained water may spill and make household appliances or furniture wet.

Lay the hose
with a down­ward slope.

10 cm min.

Do not
bend the
drain hose.

Do not
place the
open end of
the drain
hose in
water.

If a drain hose is used, take care that the temperature around the hose does not fall
below 0

Otherwise, water in the hose may freeze causing undrained water to leak from the unit and
make household furniture or appliances wet.

°C.

3

Precautions

Precautions

Cautions

Do not obstruct the air outlet or
air intake with clothing or any
other materials.

Otherwise, air flow will be obstruc­ted, resulting in overheating or fire.

Make sure that the airflow louver
lever is opened whenever the unit
is operating.

The airflow louver lever can also be
used as cover to protect the unit
from dirt and dust when not being
used.
When the unit is in operation, the
louver can change airflow from
diagonally-front, upward, diagonally­backward and backward directions.

Do not stand or sit on the unit.

Otherwise personal injury or damage to the unit may
result if you fall down or if the unit falls down.

5cm min.

Keep 20
cm min.

Keep 50cm
min.

Keep 20
cm min.

Do not wash the unit directly with water.

Otherwise electric shock may result.

Do not place a combustion device (e.g. stove) near the air outlet of the dehumidifier.

Otherwise incomplete combustion may result.

Take care to hold the plug firmly when unplugging the unit.

During operation

Pulling the cord may cause the wire inside to break, resulting in overheating.

Before cleaning the unit, first turn it off using the operation
key and unplug the power cord.

Otherwise the internal fan that operates when the unit is on may
cause injury.

Before moving the unit make sure that the power is turned
off and that the tank is emptied.

Otherwise spilled water may wet household appliances resulting
in electric shock, short circuits or fire.

When moving the unit, drain water first from the tank. Move
its caster by grasping the carrying handle firmly so that the
dehumidifier may not be inclined.

Otherwise this can cause injuries or damage to the floor.

4

If the unit is continuously being used for a long period of
time, make sure to inspect it regularly.

Otherwise overheating or electrical short circuits may result.

Whenever the unit is to be left unused for a long period, make
sure to unplug the unit for safety.

Otherwise, electric shock or fire may result.

Warning

FAST

STANDARD

GENTLE

AUTO DRY

ROOM DRY

CONTINUOUS

DRY

CLEAN AIR

Blinking

Do not modify the unit. This unit should not be disas­sembled or repaired by persons other than a qualified
technician.

Otherwise fire, electric shock or injury may result.

If repair is required, please consult the SHARP Service
Center.

Otherwise fire, electric shock or injury may result.

When any abnormality (e.g. a burning smell) is noticed,
turn the power off, unplug the unit and consult the SHARP
Service Center.

If the unit continues to be operated despite signs of abnormal­ity, a breakdown, electric shock or fire may result.

Cautions for use

● Do not operate this product with the power cord still wound

onto the cord clamps.

Otherwise, overheating or fire may result.

● When the unit stops operating and the liquid crystal indicator shows a blinking “High-temperature”

mark: Check whether you use it in a situation or a place as follows. It does not indicate a breakdown.
When the compression machine (part of the refrigerating cycle) reaches an abnormal high tempera­ture, the unit stops automatically for safety. During such circumstances, it is necessary to relocate
the unit, and to re-start operation again by pushing the Power Switch after a time interval (about 40
minutes). If the “High-temperature” indicator continues to blink, consult the shop where you pur­chased the unit or an authorized dealer.

●

Check whether the DRY CLOTHES operation is set at “GENTLE” or if the dehumidifying operation is at “LOW”, or if
the temperature of the airflow louver of the unit is at 35°C.

●

Check whether the air outlet or intake of the unit is obstructed with clothes etc.

●

Check whether the unit is operated in a location with inadequate ventilation such as a closet or a narrow space
between furniture.

●

Check whether the unit is operated in an improper place under direct sunshine, near heating sources or air outlet of hot
wind emerging from air conditioners or oil fan heaters.

●

Check whether the unit is operated in an area of 3.3 square meter or less.

● When set to the CONTINUOUS DRY or DRY CLOTHES settings, the unit operates continuously re-

gardless of the ambient temperature or humidity. Since this may cause the room to be very warm
and dry, do not operate the unit in either of these modes for an extended period of time when people
are present in the room.

Please consult the SHARP service
center for repair if needed.

5

Proper Uses

Proper Uses

For maximum operation efficiency, please
minimize opening and closing of windows and
doors in the room where the unit is located.

Dry clothes operation

Fast

When you are in a hurry to dry large
quantities of clothes.

A strong air would normally blow in the direction set
in accordance with the mechanism of the fan. To has­ten clothes drying, put them at the right side of the
unit and dry them by adjusting the direction of the
airflow louver lever so that the air will blow in that
direction.

When some clothes are not sufficiently dry, you can
dry them effectively by moving them so they can be
blown under strong air.

The air normally
blows in the
right direction.

Dehumid

Auto dry

When you want to
keep the humidity
of your living
room fresh

Also in rooms with

*

musical instruments
(piano) which are
easily damaged by
moisture.

Room dry

Dehumidifying mats
or carpets

Dehumidifying clothes in a
closet or a chest of drawers

Standard

To dry clothes under
normal situation

Gentle

To dry lingerie gently
and quietly

Open the sliding
door and operate
the unit in front of it

Preventing mold
formation

Locations with excessive
moisture levels, such as a
bathroom-dressing area and
a kitchen.

Continuous dry

Preventing dew con­densation on ceilings,
walls or windows

Air cleaning

6

Removing cigarette
smoke, pollen or
dust and protecting
the room from be­coming moldy.

Preparations Before Using

Preparations Before Using

Effective uses

Dry bedding

It is efficient to dry the bedding etc.

Living room or kitchen

Dehumidify while you rest.

1

2

Installing the filter

Lift the handle.

Lift up the handle at the back of the unit, then take
out the front filter.

Handle

Remove the filter clamp.

You can remove the
filter by pushing its
clamp.

Front filter

Filter clamp

2

1

While you are away

Set timer before you leave.
Come home and experience the pleas­ant surroundings.

3

4

Front filter

Remove the attached filter from
the plastic bag and attach it to
the front filter.

Front filter

Air purifying filter
(black-screen
side)

Filter clamp

Install the filter clamp.

2

Pawl

2

1

Pawl

1

5

Pawl-receiving
part (2 places)

Return the handle to its original
position after installing the filter
in the unit.

7

Part Names and Functions

Part Names and Functions

Front view

Handle

Lift when you move.

Mold multiplication indicator

This serves as a dehumidifying reminder when it turns red in room tem­perature of about 20°C or more and the humidity of about 70% or more.

FULL tank lamp (

When the water level reaches this FULL line, the lamp blinks in green.

16)

FULL tank line

When water reaches this FULL line, operation stops automatically.

Water tank (

Where the dehumidified
water is stored. When the
water tank reaches the
maximum line, operation
stops automatically.

16)

Tank lid

Tank handle

Float

Rear view

7, 18)

Filter clamp

Air purifying filter

(

7, 18, 19, Option

(

21)

Front filter

(

7, 18)
This removes
large dust par­ticles passing
into the air
intake.

Airflow louver lever

13)

Airflow louver

Changes airflow outlet in 4-directions according to
usage.

(

Rear air outlet
Continuous drainage hole (

Used for draining water continuously

Cord clamp (

Hanging power supply cord together.

Band (

(Do not operate the unit with banding the cord.)

The numbers following the symbol indicate the main reference pages for more detailed information.

19)

19)

8

17)

Air intake

Caster

17)

(

Power
cord

Plug