COLAZE PD15R-01AE 4500 Sq. Ft 70 Pint Dehumidifier for Basement User Manual

COLAZE PD15R-01AE 4500 Sq. Ft 70 Pint Dehumidifier for Basement

Product Information

Specifications

• Model : PD15R-01AE
• Operating Temperature Range : 5-35°C
• Power Supply : Specified electricity voltage
• Usage : Household appliance

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Information
Please read the manual carefully before the first time using this product, and store the unit in a safe place to avoid electricity leakage, flaming, or personal injury. Follow these safety guidelines

• Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operating ignition sources (e.g., open flames, an operating gas appliance, or an operating electric heater).
• Do not pierce or burn the product.
• Be aware that refrigerants may not contain an odor.
• Appliance shall be installed, operated, and stored in a room with a floor area larger than 4m².
• Servicing shall be performed only as recommended by the manufacturer.
• The appliance shall be stored in a well-ventilated area where the room size corresponds to the room area specified for operation.
• All working procedures that affect safety should only be carried out by competent persons.
• Do not put this product in water or any other liquids.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid hazards.
• Do not put any stuff on the product.
• In order to avoid water leakage, please clean the water tank before moving the product.
• Do not incline the product, or leaking water may damage the product.
• This appliance can be used by children aged 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 the safe use of the appliance.
• Please keep the product at least 50 cm away from walls or other barriers.
• The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.
• Do not operate your dehumidifier in a wet room such as a bathroom or laundry room.
• Spaces where refrigerant pipes shall be compliance with national gas regulations.

Operating Instruction
Follow these steps to operate the dehumidifier

1. Make sure the power supply is connected to the specified electricity voltage.
2. Ensure the dehumidifier is placed in a well-ventilated area with a floor area larger than 4m².
3. Press the power button on the control panel to turn on the dehumidifier.
4. Use the up and down buttons on the control panel to set the desired humidity level.
5. Monitor the 7-segment display to check the current humidity level and other settings.
6. If using the water tank, make sure it is properly inserted into the unit.
7. If using continuous drainage, connect a suitable drainage hose to the drain hole on the dehumidifier.
8. Monitor the water level window to check if the water tank needs to be emptied or if drainage is working properly.
9. Regularly clean the filter to ensure optimal performance.
10. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before moving or cleaning the product.

Maintenance Instruction
To maintain the dehumidifier’s performance, follow these instructions

• Regularly clean the filter to remove dust and debris.
• Empty and clean the water tank regularly to prevent mold and bacteria growth.
• Inspect the drainage hose (if used) for any blockages or leaks.
• Keep the exterior of the dehumidifier clean by wiping it with a damp cloth.

Troubleshooting
If you encounter any issues with the dehumidifier, refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual or contact a professional service agent for assistance.

FAQ

• Q: Can I use this dehumidifier in a wet room like a bathroom?
  A: No, it is not recommended to operate the dehumidifier in wet rooms such as bathrooms or laundry rooms.

• Q: How often should I clean the filter?
  A: The filter should be cleaned regularly, approximately once every 2-4 weeks, depending on usage and environmental conditions.

• Q: Can children use this dehumidifier?
  A: This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above under adult supervision. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be done by children without supervision.

Please read this manual before use

SAFETY INFORMATION

1. Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
2. The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operating ignition sources (for example: open flames, an operating gas appliance or an operating electric heater.)
3. Do not pierce or burn.
4. Be aware that refrigerants may not contain an odour.
5. Appliance shall be installed, operated and stored in a room with a floor area larger than 4m2
6. Servicing shall be performed only as recommended by the manufacturer.
7. The appliance shall be stored in a well- ventilated area where the room size corresponds to the room area as specified for operation.
8. All working procedure that affects safety means shall only be carried by competent persons.
9. Please read the manual carefully before the first time using this product, and storage the unit in safe place to avoid electricity leakage, flaming or person injure.
10. Do not put this product in the water or any other liquids.
11. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard..
12. Please ask professional service agent to repair the product. Improper repair might cause damage to users.
13. Disconnect the appliance from power supply before moving or cleaning the product, and also when the product is not in used.
14. Please operate the product with specified electricity voltage.
15. Please use this product only for household appliance and follow the designed purpose.
16. Do not put any stuff on the product.
17. In order to avoid water leakage, please clean the water tank before moving the product.
18. Do not incline the product, or leaking water may damage the product.
19. 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.
20. Please keep the product from the wall or other barriers in a minimum distance of 50 cm.
21. The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.
22. The applicable operating temperature range for this unit is 5-35 .
23. Do not operate your dehumidifier in a wet room such as a bathroom or laundry room.
24.  Spaces where refrigerant pipes shall be compliance with national gas regulations.

Transportation, marking and storage for units

1. Transport of equipment containing flammable refrigerants Compliance with the transport regulations
2. Marking of equipment using signs Compliance with local regulations
3. Disposal of equipment using flammable refrigerants Compliance with national regulations
4. Storage of equipment/appliances The storage of equipment should be in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Storage of packed (unsold) equipment Storage package protection should be constructed such that mechanical damage to the equipment inside the package will not cause a leak of the refrigerant charge. The  maximum number of pieces of equipment permitted to be stored together will be determined by local regulations.
6. The appliance shall be stored so as to prevent mechanical damage from occurring.
7. General work area
   All maintenance staff and others working in the local area shall be instructed on the nature of work being carried out. Work in confined spaces shall be avoided. The area around the workspace shall be sectioned off. Ensure that the conditions within the area have been made safe by control of flammable material.

OPERATING INSTRUCTION

1. 7-Segment Display
2. Control panel
3. Air outlet
4. Top Cover
5. Front Case
6. Water Tank
7. Water Level Window
8. Castors
9. Right Case
10. Filter Case
11. Air Inlet
12.  Drain Hole
13. Back Case
14. Left Case

CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION

ICON INSTRUCTION

•  Operating
• Drying mode
• Dehumidifying
• Low Fan Speed
• Water Full
• Auto Mode
• Timer
• Panel Lock
• Defrosting Fan
• Mode High Fan
• Speed

The Display

The 7-Segment Display : Indicates the setting humidity with “RH %” by side; indicates timer’s timing time without “RH %” .
Light Bar “Red” : The ambient humidity 65%
Light Bar “Green ” : The ambient humidity 45% to 65%
Light Bar “Yellow” : The ambient humidity y 45%

OPERATING INSTRUCTION

1. POWER key
   Press POWER key to turn on/ turn off the unit. The Operating light illuminates while the unit is working. The operating light goes dim while the unit is turned off to stand-by mode.

2. FUNCTION key
   Switch from three modes: Clothes-Drying, Auto or Fan mode. In Clothes-Drying or Auto mode, the compressor indicating light illuminates when compressor is working; the light distinguished when the compressor stops working.
   The unit operates in Clothes-Drying mode while the first time plug-in. In Clothes-Drying mode, the unit works in high fan speed ,and the humidity cannot be adjusted.
   Press FUNCTION key again, and then switch to Auto mode. The unit detects the ambient humidity and operates automatically.
   Press FUNCTION key again, and then switch to Fan mode. Only the motor works in Fan mode, the fan speed is available to change. The compressor stops working.

3. HUMIDITY SETTING key
   When the unit is either in Clothes-Drying, Auto or Fan mode, press the HUMIDITY SETTING key would switch to Dehumidifying mode with dehumidifying light illuminates. Press the key once, display shows the present setting humidity; press again to accumulate(increase) the setting humidity
   Humidity setting range After setting the humidity, the display switch back to show the ambient humidity after 5 seconds.

4. FAN SPEED/ LOCK key
   The key has two functions: switch high/ low speed, and panel lock. Switch the high/ low fan speed with the related light illuminates. Deep press the LOCK key 3 seconds to activate the panel lock, the indicating light illuminates, and then the panel cannot be controlled. Press the key again for 3 seconds to cancel the lock and indicating light, the pane resume controllable status.

5. TIMER SETTING key
   Press the key to set time you need. (1 to 24 hours) Setting the timer in stand-by mode, the unit will be turned on automatically; while setting timer in operating mode, the unit will be turned off automatically.
   If users press the POWER key to turn off/ on the unit before the timer finishes counting down, the setting timer will be canceled.
   While the timer is in used, the indicating light illuminates.
   After setting the timer, the display switch back to show the ambient humidity. Press TIMER key could show the setting time and timing time.

6. Water Full indicating light
   When the water tank is full, the unit stops operating and alarms with the beeping sound and the indicating light. Please empty the water tank and turn on the unit to resume working.

7. Defrosting indicating light
   When the unit is defrosting, the indicating light illuminates. The motor keeps operating but the compressor stops working.

WARNING

1.  When operating the dehumidifier, please do not set the humidity higher than ambient humidity.
2.  When “Water Full” indicating light illuminates, please pour the water out of the tank and put it back. Then the product will resume working.
3.  When the product shut down, please wait at least 3 minutes before restarting the unit to prevent damaging the compressor.
4.  The applicable operating temperature range for this unit is 5-32 .
5. If the dehumidifier can’t start (the operating light does not illuminate), or the dehumidifier shut down unreasonably, please make sure whether the plug is connected firmly to power supply. If the plug and power supply are in normal condition, please wait for 10 minutes before restarting the unit (the unit takes 10 minutes to reposition). Please ask your local distributor service station to repair if the unit still cannot be turned on after 10 minutes.
6. When the dehumidifier is operating, it’s normal that the working compressor cause some heat and bring the ambient temperature up.
7.  When the product is defrosting, the related indicating light illuminates. The compressor stops while defrosting but the motor keeps running.
8.  The unit shows the ambient humidity when it’s operating. If the ambient humidity is higher than RH90%, the display shows “HI”; if the ambient humidity is lower than RH30%, the display shows “LO”

DRAINING INSTRUCTION
Draining water can be storage in the water tank, or be continuous drained by PVC tube. (The PVC tube is not included in the product.)
USAGE OF WATER TANK
When dehumidifying, the condensing water would be drained into water tank. The unit stops working and illuminates the indicating light when the water tank is full of water. Please pour out the water that time.

1.  To take out the water tank, please put the thumb on point , and use other fingers to pull the tank as driection. After taking out the tank, please pour the water out.
2.  Put the water tank back.
3.  Press Power key to turn on the unit.

CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE

1. Please take out the water tank to plug a PVC tube to draining hole. Then, put the water tank back to enjoy the continuous draining.
2. Draining tube should be lower than draining hole to let water flow out.

FILTER REMOVAL

1. Take the filter case and filter out together.
2. Remove the filter from filter case.
3. Wash the filter with cool water (cooler than 40 ) every two weeks, and put filter back after it air-dried naturally.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

1.  The unit is not allowed to be placed on surface which is soft or not flat. To avoid the operating unit causes noise, vibration, and water/ electricity leakage.
2. Never insert any slim rod or hard stuff into the unit which may damage the unit.
3. Please disconnect the power cord to the power supply when you turn off the unit or intend to stop using for long time.
4. To improve the performance of dehumidifier, please keep the unit in open place, away from barriers which may block the air.
5. Please wash the filter with cool water (lower than 40 ) every two weeks.(Note: Never use gasoline, alcohol or hot water to wash the filter.)

Troubleshooting

Information on servicing

1. Checks to the area
   Prior to beginning work on systems containing flammable refrigerants, safety checks are necessary to ensure that the risk of ignition is minimised. For repair to the refrigerating system, the following precautions shall be complied with prior to conducting work on the system.

2. Work procedure
   Work shall be undertaken under a controlled procedure so as to minimise the risk of a flammable gas or vapour being present while the work is being performed.

3. Checking for presence of refrigerant
   The area shall be checked with an appropriate refrigerant detector prior to and during work, to ensure the technician is aware of potentially flammable atmospheres. Ensure that the leak detection equipment being used is suitable for use with flammable refrigerants, i.e. non-sparking, adequately sealed or intrinsically safe.

4. Presence of fire extinguisher
   If any hot work is to be conducted on the refrigeration equipment or any associated parts, appropriate fire extinguishing equipment shall be available to hand. Have a dry powder or CO2 fire extinguisher adjacent to the charging area.

5. No ignition sources
   No person carrying out work in relation to a refrigeration system which involves exposing any pipe work that contains or has contained flammable refrigerant shall use any sources of ignition in such a manner that it may lead to the risk of fire or explosion. All possible ignition sources, including cigarette smoking, should be kept sufficiently far away from the site of installation, repairing, removing and disposal, during which flammable refrigerant can possibly be released to the surrounding space. Prior to work taking place, the area around the equipment is to be surveyed to make sure that there are no flammable hazards or ignition risks. “No Smoking” signs shall be displayed.

6. Ventilated area
   Ensure that the area is in the open or that it is adequately ventilated before breaking into the system or conducting any hot work. A degree of ventilation shall continue during the period that the work is carried out. The ventilation should safely disperse any released refrigerant and preferably expel it externally into the atmosphere.

7. Checks to the refrigeration equipment
   Where electrical components are being changed, they shall be fit for the purpose and to the correct specification. At all times the manufacturer’s maintenance and service guidelines shall be followed. If in doubt consult the manufacturer’s technical department for assistance.
   The following checks shall be applied to installations using flammable refrigerants

   • The charge size is in accordance with the room size within which the refrigerant containing parts are installed;
   •  The ventilation machinery and outlets are operating adequately and are not obstructed;
   •  If an indirect refrigerating circuit is being used, the secondary circuit shall be checked for the presence of refrigerant;
   • Marking to the equipment continues to be visible and legible. Markings and signs that are illegible shall be corrected;
   • Refrigeration pipe or components are installed in a position where they are unlikely to be exposed to any substance which may corrode refrigerant containing components, unless the components are constructed of materials which are inherently resistant to being corroded or are suitably protected against being so corroded.

8. Checks to electrical device
   Repair and maintenance to electrical components shall include initial safety checks and component inspection procedures. If a fault exists that could compromise safety, then no electrical supply shall be connected to the circuit until it is satisfactorily dealt with. If the fault cannot be corrected immediately but it is necessary to continue operation, an adequate temporary solution shall be used. This shall be reported to the owner of the equipment so all parties are advised.

Initial safety checks shall include

• That capacitors are discharged : this shall be done in a safe manner to avoid possibility of sparking;
• That there no live electrical components and wiring are exposed while charging, recovering or purging the system;
• That there is continuity of earth bonding.

Repairs to sealed components

1.  During repairs to sealed components, all electrical supplies shall be disconnected from the equipment being worked upon prior to any removal of sealed covers, etc. If it is absolutely. necessary to have an electrical supply to equipment during servicing, then a permanently operating form of leak detection shall be located at the most critical point to warn of a potentially hazardous situation.

2.  Particular attention shall be paid to the following to ensure that by working on electrical components, the casing is not altered in such a way that the level of protection is affected. This shall include damage to cables, excessive number of connections, terminals not made to original specification, damage to seals, incorrect fitting of glands, etc.
   Ensure that apparatus is mounted securely.
   Ensure that seals or sealing materials have not degraded such that they no longer serve the purpose of preventing the ingress of flammable atmospheres. Replacement parts shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.
   NOTE : The use of silicon sealant may inhibit the effectiveness of some types of leak  detection equipment. Intrinsically safe components do not have to be isolated prior to working on them.

3. Repair to intrinsically safe components
   Do not apply any permanent inductive or capacitance loads to the circuit without ensuring that this will not exceed the permissible voltage and current permitted for the equipment in use.
   Intrinsically safe components are the only types that can be worked on while live in the presence of a flammable atmosphere. The test apparatus shall be at the correct rating. Replace components only with parts specified by the manufacturer. Other parts may result in the ignition of refrigerant in the atmosphere from a leak.

4. Cabling
   Check that cabling will not be subject to wear, corrosion, excessive pressure, vibration, sharp edges or any other adverse environmental effects. The check shall also take into account the effects of aging or continual vibration from sources such as compressors or fans.

5. Detection of flammable refrigerants
   Under no circumstances shall potential sources of ignition be used in the searching for or detection of refrigerant leaks. A halide torch (or any other detector using a naked flame) shall not be used.

6. Leak detection methods
   The following leak detection methods are deemed acceptable for systems containing flammable refrigerants.
   Electronic leak detectors shall be used to detect flammable refrigerants, but the sensitivity may not be adequate, or may need re-calibration. (Detection equipment shall be calibrated in a refrigerant-free area.) Ensure that the detector is not a potential source of ignition and is suitable for the refrigerant used. Leak detection equipment shall be set at a percentage of the LFL of the refrigerant and shall be calibrated to the refrigerant employed and the appropriate percentage of gas (25 % maximum) is confirmed.
   Leak detection fluids are suitable for use with most refrigerants but the use of detergents containing chlorine shall be avoided as the chlorine may react with the refrigerant and corrode the copper pipe-work.
   If a leak is suspected, all naked flames shall be removed/ extinguished.
   If a leakage of refrigerant is found which requires brazing, all of the refrigerant shall be recovered from the system, or isolated (by means of shut off valves) in a part of the system remote from the leak. Oxygen free nitrogen (OFN) shall then be purged through the system both before and during the brazing process.

7. Removal and evacuation
   When breaking into the refrigerant circuit to make repairs – or for any other purpose –conventional procedures shall be used. However, it is important that best practice is followed since flammability is a consideration. The following procedure shall be adhered to

   • Remove refrigerant;
   • Purge the circuit with inert gas
   • Evacuate
   • Purge again with inert gas
   • Open the circuit by cutting or brazing.
     The refrigerant charge shall be recovered into the correct recovery cylinders. The system shall be “flushed” with OFN to render the unit safe. This process may need to be repeated several times. Compressed air or oxygen shall not be used for this task. Flushing shall be achieved by breaking the vacuum in the system with OFN and continuing to fill until the working pressure is achieved, then venting to atmosphere, and finally pulling down to a vacuum. This process shall be repeated until no refrigerant is within the system. When the final OFN charge is used, the system shall be vented down to atmospheric pressure to enable work to take place. This operation is absolutely vital if brazing operations on the pipe-work are to take place. Ensure that the outlet for the vacuum pump is not close to any ignition sources and there is ventilation available.

8. Charging procedures
   In addition to conventional charging procedures, the following requirements shall be followed.

   • Ensure that contamination of different refrigerants does not occur when using charging equipment. Hoses or lines shall be as short as possible to minimise the amount of refrigerant contained in them.
   •  Cylinders shall be kept upright.
   • Ensure that the refrigeration system is earthed prior to charging the system with refrigerant.
   • Label the system when charging is complete (if not already).
   • Extreme care shall be taken not to overfill the refrigeration system. Prior to recharging the system it shall be pressure tested with OFN. The system shall be leak tested on completion of charging but prior to commissioning. A follow up leak test shall be carried out prior to leaving the site.

9. Decommissioning
   Before carrying out this procedure, it is essential that the technician is completely familiar with the equipment and all its detail. It is recommended good practice that all refrigerants are recovered safely. Prior to the task being carried out, an oil and refrigerant sample shall be taken in case analysis is required prior to re-use of reclaimed refrigerant. It is essential that electrical power is available before the task is commenced.

   •  Become familiar with the equipment and its operation.
   •  Isolate system electrically.
   • Before attempting the procedure ensure that
   •  Mechanical handling equipment is available, if required, for handling refrigerant cylinders;
   •  All personal protective equipment is available and being used correctly
   • The recovery process is supervised at all times by a competent person
   • Recovery equipment and cylinders conform to the appropriate standards.
   •  Pump down refrigerant system, if possible.
   •  If a vacuum is not possible, make a manifold so that refrigerant can be removed from various parts of the system.
   • Make sure that cylinder is situated on the scales before recovery takes place.
   •  Start the recovery machine and operate in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
   •  Do not overfill cylinders. (No more than 80 % volume liquid charge).
   •  Do not exceed the maximum working pressure of the cylinder, even temporarily.
   •  When the cylinders have been filled correctly and the process completed, make sure that the cylinders and the equipment are removed from site promptly and all isolation valves on the equipment are closed off.
   •  Recovered refrigerant shall not be charged into another refrigeration system unless it has been cleaned and checked.

10. Labelling
    Equipment shall be labelled stating that it has been de-commissioned and emptied of refrigerant. The label shall be dated and signed. Ensure that there are labels on the equipment stating the equipment contains flammable refrigerant.

11. Recovery
    When removing refrigerant from a system, either for servicing or decommissioning, it is recommended good practice that all refrigerants are removed safely.
    When transferring refrigerant into cylinders, ensure that only appropriate refrigerant recovery cylinders are employed. Ensure that the correct number of cylinders for holding the total system charge is available. All cylinders to be used are designated for the recovered refrigerant and labelled for that refrigerant (i.e. special cylinders for the recovery of refrigerant). Cylinders shall be complete with pressure relief valve and associated shut-off valves in good working order. Empty recovery cylinders are evacuated and, if possible, cooled before recovery occurs.
    The recovery equipment shall be in good working order with a set of instructions concerning the equipment that is at hand and shall be suitable for the recovery of flammable refrigerants. In addition, a set of calibrated weighing scales shall be available and in good working order. Hoses shall be complete with leak-free disconnect couplings and in good condition. Before using the recovery machine, check that it is in satisfactory working order, has been properly maintained and that any associated electrical components are sealed to prevent ignition in the event of a refrigerant release. Consult manufacturer if in doubt. The recovered refrigerant shall be returned to the refrigerant supplier in the correct recovery cylinder, and the relevant Waste Transfer Note arranged. Do not mix refrigerants in recovery units and especially not in cylinders.
    If compressors or compressor oils are to be removed, ensure that they have been evacuated to an acceptable level to make certain that flammable refrigerant does not remain within the lubricant. The evacuation process shall be carried out prior to returning the compressor to the suppliers. Only electric heating to the compressor body shall be employed to accelerate this process. When oil is drained from a system, it shall be carried out safely.

Fuse parameters of the machine
Type : 524 or 5 H Voltage : 250V Current : 3.15 A

TROUBLE SHOOTING

SPECIFICATIONS

Permissible Excessive Operating Pressure
Suction| 0.6MPa
Discharge| 2.5MPa
Maximum Allowable Pressure| 5.0MPa
Dimension (W x D x H) mm| 315W x 230D x 590H
Applicable temperature| 5  -35
Water Tank Capacity| 6L

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