DAEWOO COL1471 12L Dehumidifier User Manual

DAEWOO COL1471 12L Dehumidifier

Product Information

The 12L Dehumidifier Model No. COL1471 is an electrical appliance designed to remove excess moisture from the air. It comes with various features including a control panel with a color digital display, a water tank with a water gauge, an air filter, a drain hose, and a child lock button. The dehumidifier also has indicators for high fan speed, low fan speed, timer, sleep mode, continuous/clothes drying mode, and power on.

The product is labeled with the UK Conformity Assessment symbol, indicating that it conforms to UK statutory requirements. It also conforms to applicable provisions of the European Economic Area. The dehumidifier uses an alternating current mains supply and contains flammable materials in the form of R290 Refrigerant Gas.

It is important to read and store the user manual before using the product. The manual provides important safety instructions for proper use and warns against improper or incorrect use that may result in damage to property or persons. The user manual should be saved for future reference and included when passing the product on to third parties.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before the first use of your dehumidifier, remove all packing materials and discard responsibly.
2. Ensure all parts are present. Refer to the “Description of Parts” section in the user manual for identification.
3. Place the dehumidifier in a suitable location. Avoid placing it in areas where oil or water may be splashed, direct sunlight, mechanical vibration or shock, excessive dust, lack of ventilation, or on an uneven surface.
4. Connect the dehumidifier to a power source using the mains cable.
5. Press the power button to turn on the dehumidifier.
6. Use the control panel and LED display to adjust settings such as humidity level, fan speed, timer, and mode according to your preferences.
7. If needed, attach the drain hose for continuous drainage instead of using the water tank.
8. Regularly check and clean the air filter to maintain optimal performance.
9. When the water tank is full, empty it by removing it from the dehumidifier and disposing of the collected water responsibly.
10. To enable child lock, press the child lock button.
11. Follow the recommended recycling guidelines for waste electrical goods at the end of their useful life. Contact your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice or visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.weeeireland.ie to find your nearest recycling site.

12L Dehumidifier Model No. COL1471 User Manual

READING AND STORING THE USER MANUAL

Before using this product, please read through this manual carefully paying particular attention to the safety instructions. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or damage to the product.

Carefully save this instruction manual for future reference. Ensure the user manual is included when passing the product on to any third parties.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
Only use the product as described in this user manual. Any other use is considered improper and may result in damage to property or persons. The manufacturer or vendor cannot be held liable for damages or injury incurred through improper or incorrect use.

• Read and familiarise yourself with all operating instructions before using this Dehumidifier.
• Before using your unit into the mains, visually check that the unit is intact and has not suffered any transit damage.
• Check that the voltage indicated on the data plate corresponds with that of the local network before connecting the appliance to the mains power supply.
• Always use this appliance on a solid, level, non-flammable surface.
• The Dehumidifier shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• DO NOT immerse the Dehumidifier or its power cord in water or any other liquids.
• DO NOT leave the Dehumidifier unattended during use.
• DO NOT leave the Dehumidifier unattended whilst connected to a mains power supply.
• Avoid touching any moving parts within the appliance.
• DO NOT insert fingers, pencils or any other objects through the guard.
• DO NOT push objects into any openings as damage to the product and/or electric shock may occur.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
• Close supervision is required when using this Dehumidifier near children.
• DO NOT leave this Dehumidifier within reach of children.
• It is imperative to unplug from mains supply after the Dehumidifier has been used, before it is cleaned and whilst being repaired.
• Unplug after each use.
• DO NOT operate this appliance if the power cord or plug are damaged. Ensure that the power cord is not stretched or exposed to sharp objects or edges.
• DO NOT operate this appliance after a malfunction or after being dropped or damaged in any way.
• DO NOT allow the mains cable to hang over sharp edges or come in contact with hot surfaces.
• DO NOT run the mains cable under carpets, rugs, etc.
• Individuals who operate or work in the refrigerant circuit must have the appropriate certification issued by an accredited organization that ensure competence in handling refrigerants according to a specific evaluation recognized by associations in the industry.
• Repairs must be performed on the recommendation from the manufacturing company. Maintenance and repairs that require the assistance of other qualified persons must be performed under the supervision of an individual specified in the use of flammable refrigerants.
• This product is intended for household use only and should not be used for industrial purposes.
• DO NOT connect the appliance to an electrical outlet using an extension lead. If an outlet is not available, one should be installed by a qualified electrician.
• DO NOT use the mains plug or external timer as a means of switching the Dehumidifier on or off. Use the ON/OFF button located on the control panel.
• Always place the unit on a dry and stable surface.
• The appliance should not be placed in a laundry or wet room.
• DO NOT position the Dehumidifier close to sources of heat and/or ignition such as radiators, heaters, other electronic equipment, etc.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the Dehumidifier.
• The appliance must be installed and used in a room with a floor are larger than 4m².
• This appliance contains R290 refrigerant gas. For quantity see rating label on rear of the unit.
• R290 refrigerant gas complies with the EU environmental directives.
• Refrigerant gas may be odourless, if the appliance is used or stored in an unventilated room, the room must be as such to prevent stagnation of possible leaks of refrigerant gas as there could be a danger of fire or explosion hazard should the refrigerant come into contact with electric heaters, stoves or other sources of ignition.
• The refrigerant system should not be perforated.
• The appliance must be stored in such a way as to prevent mechanical failure.
• DO NOT use any accessories or attachments with this product other than those supplied or recommended by supplier.
• DO NOT use this product for anything other than its intended use.
• The Dehumidifier must always be stored and transported upright, otherwise irreparable damage be caused to the compressor; if in doubt, wait at least 24 hours before restarting the unit.
• Avoid restarting the Dehumidifier unless 3 minutes have passed since being turned off. This prevents damage to the compressor.

Explanation of Symbols
The following warning symbols or words are used in this instruction manual:

• Products labelled with UK Conformity Assessment identifies products conforming to UK statutory requirements.
• Products labelled with this symbol conform to applicable provisions of the European Economic Area.
• This symbol provides useful additional information on the use of this product.
• This symbol identifies that the supply uses an alternating current mains supply.
• You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing so help the environment. This symbol means waste electrical products at the end of their useful life should not be disposed of with normal household waste and not sent to landfill. Please ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for disposal. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice or visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.weeeireland.ie, enter your postcode to find out your nearest recycling site.
• These symbols indicate the presence of flammable materials, in this instance R290 Refrigerant Gas.

Before the First Use of Your Dehumidifier
Remove all packing materials and discard responsibly.
Ensure all parts are present (if applicable) see Description of Parts below.

Description of Parts

1. Air Outlet
2. Cont rol Panel
3. Colour Digital Display
4. Main Body
5. Castors
6. Mains Cable
7. ooling Element
8. Water Tank
9. Water Gauge
10. Air Filter
11. Drain Hose

Description of Parts – Control Panel

12. Child Lock Button
13. Speed Button
14. Timer Button
15. LED Display
16. Humidity Set Button
17. Mode Button
18. Power Button
19. Child Lock Indicator
20. High Fan Speed Indicator
21. Low Fan Speed Indicator
22. Timer Indicator
23. Sleep Mode Indicator
24. Continuous/Clothes Drying Mode Indicator
25. Power ON Indicator
26. Tank Full Indicator

Installation

• Place the unit on a firm, level surface in an area with at least 30cm of free space on all sides to allow for proper air circulation.
• Never install the unit where it could be subject to:

1. Heat sources such as radiators, stoves or other products that produce heat.
2. In an area where oil or water may be splashed.
3. Direct sunlight.
4. Mechanical vibration or shock.
5. Excessive dust.
6. Lack of ventilation, such as cabinet or bookcase.
7. An uneven surface.

IMPORTANT – RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Using Your Dehumidifier

• Insert the mains plug into the nearest available socket.
• The Power On Indicator (25) will illuminate as shown right.

Power

• Press the Power Button (18) to power the unit up.
• The Dehumidifier will power up with a high fan speed and the humidity set to 50%. The High Fan Speed Indicator (20) will illuminate.
• Press the Power Button (18) again to turn the unit off, the compressor will stop immediately and the fan will shut down after a 30 second delay.

Selecting Modes
There are 3 modes, press the Mode Button (17) to select from: Auto Mode

• If the ambient humidity is greater than or equal to the set humidity +3%, the fan will run and the compressor will run after 3 seconds.
• If the ambient humidity is less than or equal to the set humidity -3%, the compressor will stop working, the fan will stop working after a 30 second delay.
• Both the fan speed and humidity can be adjusted whilst in Auto mode.

Continuous/Drying Mode
Press the Mode Button (17) until the Continuous/Clothes Drying Mode Indicator (24) illuminates. In this mode, the Dehumidifier will run continuously, however the humidity setting cannot be adjusted.

Sleep Mode

• Press the Mode Button (17) until the Sleep Mode Indicator (23) illuminates.
• The LED indicators on the Control Panel (2) will gradually dim and go out if the unit is left idle for 10 seconds, fan speed will also automatically switch from high speed to low speed.
• To ‘wake’ the unit up touch any button on the Control Panel (2), press the Mode Button (17) again to exit the sleep mode.
• If the ambient humidity is less than or equal to 57%, the compressor will stop working and the fan will shut down after 30 seconds delay.
• If the ambient humidity is greater than or equal to 63%, the fan will start working and compressor will also start working after 3 seconds.
• Fan speed and humidity cannot be adjusted in Sleep mode.

Using the Timer

• Press the Timer Button (14) to enter the timer mode.
• The timer can be set in 1 hour increments, every press of the Timer Button (14) the set time will increase by 1 hour and the time will be displayed on the LED Display (15).
• The set time on the LED Display (15) will show as “07” for 7 hours, etc.
• The Timer Indicator (22) above the Timer Button (14) will illuminate during the set time period. After the set time period has ended, the Timer Indicator (22) will go out.
• If the Timer is set with the unit on, the Timer will turn the Dehumidifier off at the end of the set time.
• If the Timer is set with the unit in standby mode, (i.e. with the Dehumidifier plugged in but not running), the Timer will turn the Dehumidifier on at the end of the set time.
• To cancel the timer, press the Timer Button (14) until the LED Display (15) returns to “00”.

Humidity

• Press the Humidity Set Button (16) to check the current ambient humidity, press the button again to set the desired humidity.
• After setting the desired humidity level, the LED Display (15) will confirm the set value for about 3 seconds and then return to show the current ambient humidity.
• To view the current ambient temperature at any point, press and hold the Humidity Set Button (16) for 3 seconds.
  • The range of target humidity is 30%, 35%, 40%, 45%, 50%, 55%, 60%, 65%, 70%, 75% and 80%.
  • In the “Continuous drying mode” the humidity cannot be changed.

Colour Digital Display (3)
The Colour Digital Display (3) will turn blue, green and red depending on the room humidity level in different ranges:

• Ambient humidity ≤ 45%, it turns blue.
• 45% ≤ ambient humidity < 65%, it turns green. Ambient humidity ≥ 65%, it turns red.

Fan Speed
Press the Speed Button (13) to select the airflow speed:

• Low Fan Speed – the Low Fan Speed Indicator (21) will illuminate.
• High Fan Speed – the High Fan Speed Indicator (20) will illuminate.
  In Continuous drying mode and Sleep mode the airflow speed cannot be adjusted.

Child lock
Hold the Child Lock Button (12) for 3 seconds to turn the child lock function on and off.
The Child Lock Indicator (19) will illuminate when the lock

Water Tank Full Alarm
When the Water Tank (8) is full, the Tank Full Indicator (26) will illuminate and the unit will “buzz” 5 times.

To clear the alarm:

When the “buzz” sounds, press any button to stop the alarm. The compressor and fan will shut down and all functions will pause until the Water Tank (8) has been emptied and replaced.

To empty the tank:

• Grasp the indents at either side of the Water Tank (8) and pull the tank free from the Main Body (4) with both hands.
• Remove the lid from the Water Tank (8) and empty.
• Place the lid back on the Water Tank (8) and replace.

Continuous drainage

If preferred, continuous drainage can be used with the appliance rather than emptying the Water Tank (8).

For this option:

• Remove the Water Tank (8) as described above.
• Fit the Drain Hose (18) to the hose point on the rear of the Main Body (4), arrowed right.
• Replace the Water Tank (8) ensuring that the hose fits through the groove in the tank body.
• Run the hose into a suitable drainage point.

Storage
Whilst not in use for long periods, please ensure that you:

1. Empty the water tank and wipe away any excess moisture from the tank and body.
2. Clean the filter.
3. Place the appliance in a cool and dry environment.

Care and Use of your Dehumidifier

• Always disconnect the Dehumidifier from the mains supply before cleaning.
• Do not remove the float from the water tank as this will prevent the unit from starting.
• Clean the water tank with warm soapy water, do not use harsh abrasive chemicals.
• Clean the body of the unit with a soft damp cloth.
• To clean the filter, remove from the body and use a vacuum cleaner hose to remove any built up dust or lint.
• If the filter is badly soiled it can be washed in warm soapy water and a mild detergent.
• Dry thoroughly before refitting to the unit.

Technical Specification

Non-Rewireable Mains Plug
If your appliance is supplied with a non-rewireable plug fitted to the mains lead and should the fuse needed replacing, you must use an ASTA approved one (conforming to BS 1362 of the same rating). Never use a plug with the fuse cover missing. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
If you need to remove the plug -DISCONNECT FROM THE MAINS- and then cut it off the mains lead and immediately dispose of it safely. Never attempt to reuse the plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a danger of electric shock.

Recycling Information

Disposal of the Packaging
Dispose of paper and cardboard in appropriate paper re-cycling facilities. Dispose of plastics in the appropriate plastics collection service.
Dispose of non-recyclable plastics in the appropriate plastics collection service.

Disposal of the Product

You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing so help the environment. This symbol means waste electrical products at the end of their useful life should not be disposed of with normal household waste and not sent to landfill. Please ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for disposal. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice or visit www .recycle-more.co.uk or www.weeeireland.ie, enter your postcode to find out your nearest recycling site.

Customer Support

Should you require any product information, replacement parts or accessories, please contact our customer care team at help@daewooelectricals.com or call 0161 831 7879.

• Replacement parts and accessories are guaranteed for 1 year from the date of purchase.
• It is important to note that your warranty becomes invalid should non Daewoo parts or accessories be used with this appliance

Trouble Shooting Guide

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Not working

| No power| Ensure that the mains plug is

inserted into a socket and that it is switched on.

Water Full Indicator is

illuminated

| Empty the water tank
Room temperature ˂ 5°C, or ˃

35 °C

| Unit will not operate below 5°C

or above 35°C.

Unit not performing well| Is the air filter clogged?| Clean the air filter.
Is the intake duct or discharge duct obstructed?| Remove the obstruction from

the discharge duct or intake duct.

No air

intake

| Is the filter clogged?| Clean the air filter.
Noisy when running| Ensure the unit is on a level

surface.

| Place the unit on a solid, level

surface.

Is the filter clogged?| Clean the air filter.
E2| Humidity sensor problem| Change the sensor/contact

customer services.

LO| Environmental humidity is below 20%| __

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The dehumidifier shuts down for self- protection

HI| Environmental humidity is above 90%
CL| Low temperature protection, the environmental temperature＜5℃
CH| High temperature protection, the environmental temperature＞35℃

WARRANTY

Thank you for purchasing your Daewoo product.
As part of our commitment to quality, we are offering you an extra 2 years warranty in addition to your 1 year guarantee

Your Daewoo product is guaranteed for 1 year from the date of original purchase, with proof of purchase or receipt. If any defect should occur due to faulty workmanship or material, your faulty product should be returned to the place of purchase, replacement or refund is at the discretion of the retailer.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:

• The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the requirements contained in the instruction manual.
• The product must be used solely for domestic purposes.
• It does not cover general wear and tear, damage, misuse or any consumable parts.
• The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is re-sold or has been damaged through inexpert repair.
• The guarantee is only valid within the UK and Eire.

Your standard 1 year guarantee will only be extended to the maximum available for your individual product upon registration. (Note: products must be registered individually and covers the main body and housing). If you do not register your product within 28 days of the original purchase date, your product will only be guaranteed for 1 year.

To validate your extended 2 year warrantyplease register your purchase online within 28 days of the original purchase date by registering at: https://help.daewooelectricals.com
or
Contact Us (daewooelectricals.com)
Your extended warranty is only valid with proof of purchase receipt and subject to the conditions outlined above.

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References

• Daewoo Electricals | Official UK Daewoo Online Shop
• Everything you need to know to Recycle More
• Everything you need to know to Recycle More
• WEEE Ireland Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling
• WEEE Ireland Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling
• Contact Us | Daewoo Electricals

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