GIANT Eco 50 Air Dehumidifier User Manual

: June 15, 2024
: GIANT

GIANT Eco 50 Air Dehumidifier User Manual

PRECAUTIONS

Carefully read the following notices before operating the dehumidifier. Always observe the warnings and notices to ensure safe operation.

In case of any abnormality, ensure to turn off the unit, disconnect the plug and contact the seller. (Otherwise abnormal operation may result in the unit failure, electric shock, fire, etc.)
Never attempt to turn off the unit by disconnecting the plug.
Never attempt to disassemble or repair the unit on your own.
To avoid electric shock, only plug or unplug the unit with dry hands.
The unit is powered with 220-240 VAC.
Clean the power plug pins of any dust and securely insert the plug into a power outlet.
To avoid fire or explosion, never spray water on the unit, and keep any flammables or chemicals away from the unit.
Keep the unit away from heating appliances, otherwise the rubber parts can melt or catch fire.
Never plug the unit into a power outlet with electrical ratings below those specified.
The power cord must not be damaged or modified. Never put any hot or heavy items on the cord. Do not pull the cord out or bundle it during operation.
Be careful not to close the door on the cord, otherwise it can be damaged.
Never insert any rods or objects into the unit openings. Inside the unit, a fan is running at high speed, which will cause serious injury if touched.
Remove any water accumulated in the tank. (If anyone drinks the water or uses it otherwise, this may cause sickness and/or unpredictable accidents.)
Risk of electric shock. Disconnect the power before servicing the unit. Do not operate the unit with the back cover removed. When the switch is off, this does not deenergize all the loads, so there is still risk of electric shock.
Install the unit according to the national wiring regulations.
If the power cord is damaged, get it replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person to avoid hazard.
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 only if they are supervised or have been instructed on the safe use of the appliance and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be performed by children without supervision.
The unit must be used on a firm level surface.
To prevent the water from freezing, do not use the unit and the drain hose at ambient temperature below 5°C.
Never put any vessel contaning water on the appliance. In case of spillage, the water will get into the appliance and damage the insulation.
Do not use the unit in places subject to chemicals.
Do not use the unit where any leakages of oil or flammable gas are possible.
Never direct the output air flow from the unit at heating appliances.
Never sit or step on the unit.
If the unit will not be used for a long time, disconnect the power plug for safety.
Hold the power plug firmly when plugging it in and out.
If the unit is used in the closet, prevent children from getting into the closet.
Never remove the float from the water tank.
Never pull the power cord when moving the unit, otherwise you can pull the cord out of the unit and damage the cord.
Avoid blocking the air inlets and outlets. Do not cover the unit with washed clothes.
In case of prolonged continuous operation, the unit requires periodical check. Pay special attention to filters and other similar parts.
Turn off the unit and disconnect the power plug before any cleaning or other routine maintenance.
To avoid electric shock, never sprinkle or spill water on the unit during cleaning.
Prior to moving the unit, turn off the switch. While moving the unit, hold it firmly to prevent it from tipping over.

POSITION

To ensure efficient operation of the unit, maintain the spacing as shown below.
Positions

SPECIFICATIONS

Domestic dehumidifier	GIANT ECO 50
Power Supply	AC220-240V/50Hz
Power Consumption	620 W (27°C, RH60%)

APPEARANCE

Appearance

OPERATION

Display

START-UP
Plug the unit into a power socket. Press the power button, the operation indicator will light up.

STOPPING THE OPERATION
On the operating unit, press the power button: the unit will stop, and the indicator light will go off. Warning: never disconnect the plug during operation. Make sure to turn off the dehumidifier first, and then disconnect the plug, otherwise the electric components can be damaged, and the unit service life will be reduced.

MODE FUNCTION
Press the mode button to switch between the operating modes in the following cycle: “Auto – Silence – Drying – Continuous”. During the first start-up, the unit is set to “Auto” mode by default. Upon normal power-off, the system will remember the last operating mode, and will continue operating in that last mode, once the operation is resumed.
Silence mode: in this mode, the air flow speed is low, and the humidity is adjustable.
Continuous mode: in this mode, the compressor keeps working, the air flow speed is low, and the humidity is not adjustable
Auto mode: in this mode, the humidity is automatically set to 55%, the air flow speed will automatically change based on the ambient humidity (ambient humidity>70% is considered high, ambient humidity<55% is considered low), the humidity is not adjustable

DEFROSTING
If the unit operates at room temperature below 23°C, the evaporator inside will start freezing, so the defrosting function will turn on automatically (for 5-10 minutes) at least every 30 minutes.

During defrosting, the unit does not perform dehumidification.
Do not disconnect the plug or turn off the unit during defrosting.
During defrosting, the indicator light is on, the compressor stops, and the fan keeps operating.

AIR CLEAN FUNCTION
On the operating unit, press the “AIR CLEAN” button to turn on the ionizer; the corresponding indicator light will turn on.

TIMER FUNCTION
Press the “Timer” button to set the timer; the indicator light will turn on. Adjust the time by pressing or buttons (within 0 ~ 24 hours). Press the button again to display the remaining time.

HUMIDITY SETTING
Press the or button to set the humidity within 35% ~ 80% (with the step of 5%).

SWING FUNCTION
Press the “OSC” button to tilt the flap upwards: the indicator light will turn on. Press the button again to close the flap

CHOOSING THE PROPER MODE

Task	Mode
__To dehumidify a room until the humidity is comfortab	AUTO

To dehumidify a room so that the walls do not get moldy
To dehumidify the indoor air during sleep or rest| SILENCE
_To dry the washed clothes faster| DRYING
To dehumidify a closet_
To DE humify a small space, or dry the shoes
To DE humify a small bathroom| CONTINUOUS

Once the operating mode is set, the built-in microcomputer remembers that mode. If the unit has been turned off using the power button, it will resume operation later in exactly that mode. If the unit has been shut down by unplugging or due to power failure, you will need to set the mode again.

OPERATING THE UNIT

The unit will stop automatically once the set timer period (0 to 24 hours) is over. Plug the unit into the power outlet.

The LED display will light up.
The buzzer will sound.

Open the suitable outlet air flap (in case the unit does not have the swing function).

Set the unit to the desired operating mode by pressing the “Mode” button.

Every time you press the “Mode” button, the mode selection lamps light up in sequence, and the operation mode changes.
Press and hold the “Mode” button for 5 seconds to lock the buttons; hold the “Mode” button for 5 second again to unlock the buttons.

TIMER OPERATION

Press the “Timer” button to set the timer: the “Timer” light will turn on, and you will be able to set the time. Before programming the time, make sure that the timer function is active (the light must be off).

The following timer programs are available:
A. Delayed power-off (when the unit is operating). The unit will stop once the set time elapses.
B. Delayed start-up. Use the “TIMER” button to set the time (0-24 hours). The appliance will start once the set time elapses. While the time is being counted down, the timer lamp indicated the remaining time.

STOPPING OPERATION

Press the power button again.

The mode selection lamp will go off, and the unit will stop operating.
Close the flap (in case the unit does not have the swing function).

BUZZER

Whenever any button is pressed, the buzzer sounds.

Note. Be sure to open either flap. If the flap is not fully opened during operation, the overheat protection will stop the unit.

If the unit is plugged in or restarted immediately after stop, the unit will start dehumidifying after approximately 3 minutes due to action of the protective function.

Once power supply is resumed after power failure, the “Auto” lamp will flash. Press the power button again to start operation.

The unit performance depends on the outside air. To ensure efficient operation, do not open the windows and doors frequently.

To ensure good performance, operate the unit in the proper temperature range. If the ambient temperature is above approximately 36°C, the unit will stop dehumidifying and switch to the air cleaning mode for safety purposes.

The circulating refrigerant may make noise during the unit start-up. Once the circulation becomes stable, the noise wil cease

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING
Wipe the unit with a dry soft cloth.

Before using a wet cloth to remove heavy dirt, wring it out thoroughly. Never use a wet cloth to clean the controls.
Do not use benzine, thinner or liquid cleaners to avoid deformation or cracks.
Using a cloth soaked with chemicals may lead to dis color mint.

EMPTYING THE WATER TANK

Water Tank

When the tank is full, the indicator light will flash, and the buzzer is sound. To resume normal operation, you must empty the tank.
Take the water tank out of the unit.
Carry the tank carefully, holding it by the handle.
Tilt the tank as shown and slowly empty the tank.
Re-install the tank into the unit.
During dehumidification, the condensed water is accumulated in the water tank. Once the tank is full, the unit will stop operating automatically, and 5 buzzes will sound.

CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE

First take out the water tank as shown below, and then insert a PVC drain hose with an inner diameter of 12 mm into the continuous drainage opening. Then re- install the water tank.

CLEANING THE FILTER

Remove the filter holder from the unit.
Take the air filter out of the holder.
W Wash the filter with water.
Leave the filter to dry up, and then re-install the filter.
Remark. To ensure efficient dehumidification, clean the filter once a week or so.

TROUBLESHOOTING

OPERATING TEMPERATURE

5°C ≤ Ambient Temp. ≤ 32°C When the ambient temperature is outside the operating temperature range, the dehumidifier stops. When the indoor temperature is below 5°C, the absolute ambient humidity is quite low, so that the dehumidifier cannot operate.

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

Before contacting a professional service, please check the troubleshooting list that shows common problems not caused by defects in workmanship or materials.

Problem	Possible Cause	Solution
The unit does not operate	Check if the power plug is disconnected.	Insert

the plug into an electric outlet fully and securely.
Check if the water tank is full.| Empty the tank.
Check if the water tank is not installed properly.| Install the water tank in a proper position.
Check if all the flaps are closed.| Open one of the flaps.
Poor dehumidification capacity| Check if the filters are dirty.| Clean the filters as specified.
Check if the air openings are blocked.| Remove the obstacles.
Check if the unit is set to overly high humidity.| Set the unit to lower humidity.
Loud noise while operating| Check if the unit is not installed properly.| Install the unit on firm level floor.
Problem| Possible Cause| Solution
---|---|---
Dehumidification suddenly stops| Check if the indoor temperature exceeds allowable operating temperature.| The unit will resume dehumidification automatically once the temperature drops.
Washed clothes fail to dry up| Check if the washed clothes are not exposed to the air flow from the unit.| Try to expose the washed clothes to the air flow.
Check if the indoor temperature is too low.| It is difficult to dry up the washed clothes at low temperatures.

CAUTIONS:

If you notice any abnormalities in the unit operation, switch off and unplug the unit immediately.
Then contact a qualified electrician.
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use special collection facilities instead.
Contact your local authorities for information on available collection facilities.
Releasing refrigerant into atmosphere is strictly forbidden! According to European Directive 2012/19 / EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and transposition into national law, used electrical appliances must be collected separately and recycled in an environmentally sound manner.

DECOMMISSIONING

STORAGE

Long-term storage: If the unit will not be used for a long time (over a few weeks), it is advisable to clean the unit and dry it out completely, To put the unit into storage, perform the following steps:

Unplug the unit.
Empty the water tank and dry it with a cloth.
Clean the filter and let the filter dry completely in a shaded area.
Collect the power cord at the tank and re-install the tank.
Re-install the filter into a proper position.
Store the unit in a ventilated, dry and safe indoor space without any corrosive gases.
The unit must be kept in upright position when in storage.

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