SHARP DW-208EX Operation Manual

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MODEL

DW-208EX

DEHUMIDIFIER

OPERATION MANUAL

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.

	CONTENTS	Page
	● Precautions ............................................	2
Preface	● Part Names and Functions .....................	8
	● Proper Uses .............................................	6
	● Preparations Before Using .....................	7
	● Operation Procedure ............................	10
	● Dry clothes operation
	● Dehumidifying operation
	● Changing the Operation Mode .............	12
Operation	● How to Operate the Timer ....................	14
	● Dry clothes operation
	● Dehumid settings operation
	● How to see indication
	● Airflow direction is switched
	● Defrosting ..............................................	15
	● Emptying the Water Tank .....................	16
	● Continuous Drainage ............................	17
	● Move (by using caster) ......................................	17
	● Maintenance ..........................................	18
	● General Reference ................................	20
Others
	● Specifications ........................................	21
	● Supplied Accessories
	● 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 Chlorofluorocarbons Control Act, using the chlorofluorocarbon HFC-134a which has an ozone-depletion factor of zero.

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

Cautions

Failure to follow this instruction may result in death or serious injury.

Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury or damage to property.

During operation

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.

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.

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

During installation

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.

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	Do not	Do not
with a down-	bend the	place the
ward slope.	drain hose.	open end of
	10 cm min.	the drain
		the drain
		hose in
		water.

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

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

Precautions

During operation

Cautions

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

Otherwise, air flow will be obstruc-

ted, resulting in overheating or fire. 5cm min.

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.

Keep 20 cm min.

Keep 50cm min.

Keep 20 cm min.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

AUTO DRY	FAST
ROOM DRY
Blinking	STANDARD
CONTINUOUS
DRY
CLEAN AIR	GENTLE

●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 regardless 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.

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

	Dry clothes operation	Dehumid
	Fast	Auto dry
	When you are in a hurry to dry large	When you want to
	quantities of clothes.	keep the humidity
	A strong air would normally blow in the direction set	of your living
	in accordance with the mechanism of the fan. To has-	room fresh
	ten clothes drying, put them at the right side of the	Also in rooms with
	unit and dry them by adjusting the direction of the	* musical instruments
	airflow louver lever so that the air will blow in that	(piano) which are
	direction.	(piano) which are
	direction.	easily damaged by
	When some clothes are not sufficiently dry, you can	easily damaged by
	When some clothes are not sufficiently dry, you can	moisture.
	dry them effectively by moving them so they can be	Room dry
	blown under strong air.	Room dry
	blown under strong air.
		Dehumidifying mats
		or carpets

The air normally

Dehumidifying clothes in a

b l o w s i n t h e closet or a chest of drawers

right direction.

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

	To dry clothes under	Preventing mold
	normal situation	Preventing mold
	normal situation	formation
		formation
		Locations with excessive
		moisture levels, such as a
		bathroom-dressing area and
		a kitchen.

Gentle	Continuous dry
To dry lingerie gently	Preventing dew con-
and quietly	densation on ceilings,
	walls or windows

Air cleaning

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

Preparations Before Using

Effective uses

Dry bedding

It is efficient to dry the bedding etc.

Living room or kitchen

Dehumidify while you rest.

While you are away

Set timer before you leave.

Come home and experience the pleasant surroundings.

Installing the filter

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

2	Remove the filter clamp.Filter clamp
	You can remove the
	filter by pushing its	2
	clamp.

		1
	Front filter
3	Remove the attached filter from
	the plastic bag and attach it to