eta 2630 Air Dehumidifier Instructions

: May 15, 2024
: ETA

Table of Contents

eta 2630 Air Dehumidifier
Usage Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
SAFETY WARNING
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
PREPARATION FOR USE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
MAINTENANCE
ENVIRONMENT
TROUBLESHOOTING
TECHNICAL DATA
Circuit diagram
References
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eta 2630 Air Dehumidifier

Specifications

Model: Fainer eta 2630
Power: 250V, < 0.50W
Dehumidification Capacity: 55g
Operating Pressure Range: 0.7 Mpa – 3.2 Mpa
Coverage Area: 60 m2

Product Description

The Fainer eta 2630 is an air dehumidifier designed for moderate climates. It helps maintain the relative humidity levels in your living space for a comfortable environment.

Usage Instructions

Before using the appliance, please read and follow these safety guidelines:

Ensure the power cord is connected to a socket that complies with applicable standards.
Keep the appliance away from water sources like bathtubs or sinks to prevent accidents.
Do not allow children to play with or operate the appliance unsupervised.
Always unplug the appliance before cleaning, maintenance, or assembly/disassembly.
Avoid covering or blocking the appliance’s heater to prevent fire risks.

Preparation for Use

Place the appliance on a flat, ventilated surface in a room with at least 30cm distance from walls or obstacles.
Avoid direct sunlight exposure to the appliance.
Refer to the safety instructions for additional precautions.

FAQ

Q: Can the dehumidifier be used in bathrooms or near water sources?

A: It is not recommended to use the dehumidifier near bathtubs, showers, or water containers to avoid accidents.

Q: How often should the filter be cleaned?

A: The filter should be cleaned regularly based on usage, ideally every few weeks, to maintain optimal performance.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Dear customer, thank you for buying our product.
Before putting the appliance into operation, read carefully these instructions for use and store this manual properly together with a cash voucher and possibly with the package and the internal contents of the package.
The appliance is designed for moderate climates.

SAFETY WARNING

GENERAL PROVISIONS:

Consider the instructions for use as a part of the appliance and pass them on to any other user of the appliance.
Check whether the data on the type label corresponds with the voltage in your socket. The power cord plug may only be connected to the electrical socket complying with the applicable standards.
This appliance may only be used by children aged 8 years or older, 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 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 done by children without supervision.
Before exchanging any accessories or accessible parts, before assembly and disassembly, before cleaning and maintenance, or after finishing the work, switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the mains by unplugging the power cord plug from the electrical socket!
ATTENTION: Do not use this heater in series with an external timer, remote controller, or any other device that switches on the appliance automatically, since a fire risk exists when the heater is accidentally covered or displaced at the moment it switches on.
The appliance can be used continuously without any limitation on the operating time. However, for safety reasons, an adult must be always present in the household where the appliance is used.
The appliance must not be immersed in water or other liquids (even partially) and it must not be used close to bathtubs, showers, washbasins, or other water containers, including a swimming pool.
If the appliance falls into the water, do not take it out! First of all, unplug the power cord from the socket and only then take out the fan. In this case, take the appliance to a special service to check its safety and proper function.
The appliance cannot be used in bathrooms in zones 0, 1, and 2 (fig.3)! It must not be used close to bathtubs, a shower, or a swimming pool.
Do not plug the power cord in the electrical socket and do not unplug it with wet hands or by pulling the power cord!
Do not modify the appliance surface in any manner (e.g. by self-adhesive wallpapers, foils, etc.)!
Never put fingers or other objects into the inlet and outlet holes of the fan.
Do not touch aluminum fins.
WARNING: There is a risk of injury in case of incorrect use (not under the manual) of the appliance.
Only use this appliance for the purpose it was designed for, as specified in this manual. Never use the appliance for any other purpose.
The appliance must be installed under national regulations for installation; this appliance is mobile and transferrable, and it is not intended for installation into the electric supply system.
Place the appliance at a distance of at least 1 m from devices radiating electromagnetic field and under a window with a distance of at least 30 cm from the rear and side walls.
When displacing, don’t tilt the appliance by more than 35° nor turn over it upside-down. Empty the condensate container before any manipulation.
If the appliance was tilted more than 45°, let it stand in the vertical position for at least 24 hours before putting it into operation.
The appliance has to be installed, operated, and stored on premises with a floor area of more than 4 m2.
Only authorized ETA service specialists are allowed to perform the service.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any damage caused by improper handling of the appliance and its accessories (e.g. electric shock, fire).

USE OF THE APPLIANCE:

Use the appliance only when properly assembled (protective grid, condensation vessel, even if you are using the drain tube).
The appliance is intended for home use and similar (in shops, offices, and similar workplaces, in hotels, motels, and other residential environments, and facilities providing accommodation with breakfast).
It is not intended for commercial use!
Do not place any objects on the top of the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
Only use the appliance in the working position at places with no risk of overturning and a sufficient distance from other objects (such as curtains, drapes, etc.), heat sources (e.g. fireplace, heater, stove, cooker, radiators, hot air ovens, grills) and wet surfaces (e. g. sinks, wash basins).
For stability, the appliance must be placed on a flat and hard surface.
It should not stand on a soft material.
Make sure that no impurities get inside the appliance (e.g. dust clouds, hairs, etc.).
If impurities are sucked and settle inside the appliance, clean it.
Do not place the appliance below/near the electrical socket and other electrical appliances.
When handling the appliance, avoid causing any injury.
Do not place any device with an open flame in the airflow coming out from the appliance because of the danger of burning process interruption.
Never expose yourself (or animals) to the airflow for an extended time.
It may cause health problems.
Only use original components designed for this type.
To maintain the maximum efficiency of the appliance and avoid overloading, do not use the dehumidifier in larger rooms than it is designed for.
Holes for air ventilation must not be covered.
The appliance is only intended for use with coolant R-290 (propane).
The cooling circuit is sealed. Technical service only be performed by a qualified technician!
Do not release the coolant into the environment.
R-290 (propane) is flammable and heavier than air. It will collect lower, near the floor, but can be dispersed in the room by fans.
If propane is present or even suspected in the air, do not allow not properly trained persons to attempt to find the cause.
The gas used in the appliance is odorless. The absence of odor does not mean the absence of gas leaks.
If a leak is detected, immediately evacuate all persons and properly ventilate the room (apartment). Ventilation must be intensive, with adequate duration.
Do not use open flames, cigarettes, or other potential sources of ignition in the room or near the room.
Individual components are intended for use with propane and are non-flammable and non-sparking. These components can only be replaced by identical parts, authorized by the manufacturer.
The appliance has a protective feature (a 3-minute time delay for the start of the compressor). Wait 3 minutes before resuming the operation of the appliance.

POWER CORD:

Never use the appliance if the power cord or power plug is damaged, if the appliance is not correctly operating if it has fallen on the floor and been damaged, or if it has fallen into water.
In such cases take the appliance to a professional service center to verify its safety and correct function.
If the power cord of the appliance is corrupted, it has to be replaced by the manufacturer, its service technician, or a similarly qualified person to prevent dangerous situations.
Never put the power cord on hot surfaces and never let it hang over the table edge or worktop edge. If the cord is caught or pulled, e.g. by children, the appliance may overturn and fall, causing a serious injury!
The power cord must not be damaged with sharp or hot objects or open fire, it must not be sunk into water or bent over sharp edges.
If you need to use an extension cord for justified reasons, it must be undamaged and comply with the applicable standards.

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

(Fig. 1)

A – Appliance body

A – RH indication levels
A – Air outlet
A – Condensed water vessel
A – Water level indicator
A – Drain tube
A – Condenser water outlet
A – Air inlet protection grid
A – Relative humidity sensor (% RH)
A Handle
A – Castors
A – Power supply cable
A – Water vessel cover

B – Control panel

B – On/Off switch
B – On/Off switch indicator lamp
B – Operation mode selection button
B – Operation mode indicator lamps
B RH setting button
B – LED display
B – Timer
B – Timer indicator lamp
B – Fan speed selector button
B – Fans speed indicator lamp
B – Button lock
B – Button lock indicator lamp
B – Condensed water indicator lamp

C – Drain tube

PREPARATION FOR USE

Remove all the packing material and take out the appliance. Remove all possible adhesion foils, stick–labels, or paper from the appliance.
Place the appliance on a suitable flat and dry surface. Leave free space for due ventilation.
Vents in the appliance ensure air circulation during ventilation and they must not be covered or blocked in another way.
Make sure that the power cord is not damaged and that it does not lead to any sharp or hot surfaces.
The electric socket must be easily accessible so that the appliance can be easily disconnected from the power supply if danger appears.

INSTALLATION AND POSITION OF THE APPLIANCE

Place the appliance on a flat surface in a well-ventilated room. Avoid direct sunshine, and observe a minimum distance of 30 cm from back and side walls or other obstacles.
Observe the instructions provided in the Safety section.
RH indication levels (RH = Relative humidity)
The appliance shows 3 basic colors indicating RH level.
Blue RH < 45%
Green 45 % ≤ RH ≤ 65 %
Red RH > 65 %

Remarks related to the functioning of the appliance

The functional principle of the appliance consists of the circulation of air in the cooling circuit, where condensation of air humidity and its drainage into the condensed water tank occurs.
Compressor dehumidifiers are most efficient at higher ambient temperatures (approx. 30 °C). The lower the ambient temperature, the lower the dehumidification efficiency.
In the standard household, the appliance should be used at 22 – 25 °C or higher temperatures.
Therefore, it is advisable to combine drying with air heating in the event of increased dehumidification requirements (e.g. using a hot air fan, which will increase the temperature and, at the same time, air circulation intensity).
Optimum air humidity in summer ranges from 40 – 55 % and in winter 45 – 60 %.

AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING „NO FROST“

The appliance has an automatic defrosting function which turns off the compressor during operation and activates the highest fan speed for 10 minutes.
Indicator lamp B2 will be flashing in the defrosting mode.

The following conditions are relevant for this function:

A. At ambient temperature <5 °C or >35 °C, the compressor stops and the fan will be switched off after 30 seconds.
B. At ambient temperature 5 – 35 °C:
the defrosting function will be activated at temperatures 5 – 10 °C and also continual compressor operation for 30 minutes.
the defrosting function will be activated at temperatures 11 – 18 °C and also continual compressor operation for 45 minutes
At current temperatures > 18 °C, the compressor runs continuously, no defrosting occurs.

Remarks

When defrosting is complete, the appliance will continue to operate as set.
The defrosting process should not be interrupted! In case of interruption, the following shall apply:
if the appliance will be switched off and on within 5 minutes, the defrosting process will be deactivated;
if the appliance is switched off (or if condensed water vessel A3 is full) and also after 5 minutes of the defrosting time, the defrosting process will be resumed, provided the appliance is switched on (or condensed water vessel A3 drained) within 30 minutes.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

After connection to the mains, the appliance will be switched to stand-by mode (sound signal will be issued and all indicator lamps, A1 indicator, and the display will go on for a moment; then only indicator lamp B2 will remain lighting).
By pressing B1 in standby mode, the appliance will be turned on in automatic mode at the high speed of the fan and set an RH value of 50% (corresponding icons will light up on the control panel).
At the same time, the current RH value in the room will be displayed.
Now you can change the modes and functions using the corresponding buttons, see below.
To disable any function and switch the appliance to standby mode, press button B1 again. If the compressor is running, it will be stopped immediately, however, the fan continues running and it will be stopped after 30 seconds (time delay).

Remark

If the appliance is active, the control system will be switched to economy mode (indicator lamps will be dimmed) after several minutes. Press any button to disable the economy mode.
On hot days, the air outlet is warm at touching. This is normal.
The appliance will resume the recent operation mode set by the user. If the appliance is on and has been switched off by disconnecting the power cable, stand-by mode will be skipped and the set program will be activated immediately.

DEHUMIDIFICATION MODES
- The appliance has three basic dehumidification modes, which can be changed by pressing B3 in the following sequence: automatic> continual > sleep > automatic …
- a) Automatic mode (indicator lamp B4 is on
- As soon as the ambient RH value is ≥ than the RH value you have set (+ 3 %), the fan and the compressor will be activated. If subsequently RH value drops below/is equal to the RH value RH you have set (-3 %), the compressor will be switched off. The fan will be switched off after 30 seconds.
- (Setting fan speed and required humidity can be made).
- b) Mode for drying laundry (indicator lamp B4 is on
- Continual dehumidification at the highest fan speed is active until this mode has not been deactivated A3 vessel has been filled.
- (Setting fan speed and required humidity level is not possible).
- c) Sleep mode (indicator lamp B4 is on
- Fan speed will be adjusted to a minimum, and sound signal (including the ‟water vessel full‟ signal) will be disabled; at the same time, indication A1 and fan indicator lamp B10 will be switched off by display B6 10 seconds after activation of this mode.
- Press any button to switch on the lamps and the display for a moment.
- Note:
- The appliance will be switched off if the ambient RH value is ≤ 57 %.
- The appliance will be activated as soon as the ambient RH value is ≥ 63 %.
- (Setting fan speed and required humidity level is not possible).
SETTING REQUIRED HUMIDITY LEVEL
- Use button B5 to set individual RH values to be maintained in the room. Humidity setting range: 30 % – 35 % – 40 % – 45 % – 50 % – 55 % – 60 % – 65 % –70 % – 75 % – 80 %.
- As soon as the required value has been set, its value will flash on display several times and it will be confirmed after a while. Current RH value will be displayed and the setting will be stored.
- Remark
- Press long B5 to display room temperature for a couple of seconds.
FAN BLOWING SPEED
- Two blowing speeds can be switched (low – high ), using B9.
- The relevant value is indicated by lighting up B10.
- (Can be changed in automatic mode).
TIMER
- The timer has two basic functions: delayed start, and delayed switching off. The function you have set will be indicated by B8. Use B7 for setting the relevant time delay, ranging from 1-24 hours (in 1-hour intervals).
- Value ‟00“–the timer is disabled.
- A) Delayed switching off – can be set in active mode. After the expiration of the set time, the appliance will be switched to stand-by mode.
- B) Delayed start – the start of the appliance can be set in standby mode. After the expiration of the set time (watch the countdown on display), the appliance will be switched on.
- After switching on, the recent setting (stored in memory) will be activated.
CHILD LOCK
- Press long B11 to lock all buttons. Press long B11 again to unlock all buttons.

The active function will be indicated by lighting B12.

Draining condensed water

Condensed water collects in vessel A3. Its level is shown by indicator A4. As soon as the vessel is full, the operation of the appliance will be interrupted, a sound signal will be issued and indicator lamp B13 will light up.
Switch off the appliance, drain condensed water through the hole in the corner of the water vessel cover A12, and then put the vessel back in its place (water indicator lamp B13 must go out).
Then switch on the appliance again and proceed with the required activity.
If circumstances and location of the appliance permit, you can connect external drain tube C (fig. 1, steps 4 and 5) to the appliance and drain condensed water to a suitable tank/piping.
Do not immerse the tube in water, condensed water must be allowed to drip freely.

Remark

If you use an external drain tube, it must not be bent or elevated (risk of water flowing into the room).
The ambient temperature of the drain tube while used must not fall below zero C°. Drained water could freeze in the tube which could result in getting water into the appliance and resulting leakage into the room.
When removing the vessel during operation, a sound signal will be heard and indicator lamp B13 will go on.

MAINTENANCE

Disconnect the appliance from the mains before any maintenance. Wipe individual parts of the body and the control panel using a damp cloth or sponge.
Avoid water entering the appliance and/or control panel.
Do not use any aggressive and/or abrasive cleaning agents. Rinse condensed water vessel A3 with clean water and allow it to dry.

Filter

Remove the filter in grid A7 and clean it after approx. 100 hours of operation (or as required).
The filter can be washed in warm water with added non-aggressive detergent or cleaned using a vacuum cleaner.
Allow to dry and return to its place.

Accessories

Wipe the drain tube using a damp cloth with added non-aggressive detergent. Rinse it in clean water and allow it to dry.

Storage

Empty condensed water vessel A3 and clean it (incl. filter). Allow to dry all cleaned parts incl. the entire interior system of the appliance!
Store the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated, and safe place, out of the reach of children and unauthorized persons to avoid mechanical damage.
The appliance must be stored in a room without permanently functioning devices/power sources (e.g. open flame, functioning gas device, or electric heating radiator).

ENVIRONMENT

If the dimensions allow, there are marks of materials used for the production of packing, components, and accessories as well as their recycling on all parts.
The symbols specified on the product or in the accompanying documentation mean that the used electrical or electronic products must not be disposed of together with municipal waste.
For proper disposal, hand them over at the special collection places where they will be accepted free of charge. Suitable disposal of the product can help to maintain valuable natural resources and prevent possible negative impacts on the environment and human health, which could be the possible consequences of improper waste disposal. Ask for more details at the local authority or a collection site.
Fines can be imposed for improper disposal of this type of waste in agreement with the national regulations.
If the appliance is to be put out of operation, after disconnecting it from the power supply we recommend its cutoff, and in this way, it will not be possible to use the appliance again.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	CAUSE	REMEDY
The appliance does not work	Incorrect connection	Connect the appliance to

the mains.
Condensed water vessel is full| Drain the condensed water vessel and return it.
Ambient temperature ˂ 5°C or ˃ 35 °C| The appliance has protection against switching on in this temperature range
Non-standard functioning| A dirty filter or blocked air inlet/ outlet| Clean the filter and/or remove the obstacles
Excessive operation noise| Uneven surface| Place the appliance on an even surface
Dirty filter| Clean the filter
E2| Humidity sensor failure| Contact technical service
PROBLEM| CAUSE| REMEDY
---|---|---
LO| Ambient humidity <20 %| The appliance does not function in these conditions. Wait until the humidity changes.
HI| Ambient humidity >90 %
CL| Ambient humidity je <5 °C
CH| Ambient humidity je >35 °C

TECHNICAL DATA

Operating temperature	5°C – 35°C
Capacity of dehumidification (l/h)	7 l/d (26,7 °C, RH 60 %)

The manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specifications and accessories for the respective models.

Circuit diagram

WARNINGS AND SYMBOLS USED ON THE APPLIANCE, PACKAGING, OR IN THE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL:
DO NOT COVER. HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. CAUTION: BE CAREFUL OF STEAM. DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
TO AVOID THE DANGER OF SUFFOCATION, KEEP THIS PLASTIC BAG AWAY FROM BABIES AND CHILDREN.
DO NOT USE THIS BAG IN CRIBS, BEDS, CARRIAGES OR PLAYPENS. THIS BAG IS NOT A TOY.

The symbol indicates a WARNING.

Note: The product is also equipped with a Service Manual, which supplements some information from this manual and is intended for a qualified service.