Stadler Form ALBERT Air Dehumidifier User Manual

: June 1, 2024
: Stadler Form

Table of Contents

ALBERT Air Dehumidifier
Description of the appliance
Important safety instructions
Setting up / operation
Cleaning
Repairs
Specifications
Warranty
Documents / Resources

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Stadler Form Aktiengesellschaft, Chamerstrasse 174, 6300 Zug, Switzerland
Phone +41 41 720 48 48, Fax +41 41 720 48 44, www.stadlerform.com/contact

Congratulations! You have just purchased the exceptional air dehumidifier ALBERT. It will give you great pleasure and improve the indoor air for you. As with all domestic electrical appliances, particular care is needed with this model also, in order to avoid injury, fire damage or damage to the appliance.
Please study these operating instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time and follow the safety advice on the appliance itself.

Description of the appliance

The appliance consists of the following main components:

1. Housing
2. Display
3. On/off switch
4. Hygrostat
5. Speed level selector
6. Timer (on/off)
7. Set up timer
8. Swing mode
9. Night mode| 10. Rotary control
11. Air outlet
12. Air intake
13. Air filter
14. Water tank
15. Water tank level
16. Power cable
17. Hose for drainage operation
18. Wheels for easy transportation
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Important safety instructions

Please read through the operating instructions carefully before you use the appliance for the first time and keep them safely for later reference; if necessary pass them on to the next owner.

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.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or its service agent, or a qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Stadler Form refuses all liability for loss or damage that arises as a result of failure to follow these operating instructions.
For indoor use only.
Do not store the appliance outdoors.
Place the dehumidifier on a firm, even, waterproof surface. Make sure it is standing securely so that the dehumidifier cannot tip over or fall down. If it tipped over, please pull out the plug at once. Water can damage furniture and floor coverings.
Unwind the cord completely. An incompletely unwound cord can lead to overheating and cause a fire.
Do not use an extension cord, a multiway connector, or a continuously adjustable speed controller. This can cause overheating, fire, or electric shock.
Connect the dehumidifier only to a single-phase socket with the supply voltage as stated on the type plate.
Always switch the dehumidifier off with the power key and always discon- nect the plug from the power socket when the dehumidifier is not in use, or when it is moved, handled or cleaned. Do not tug at the cord to disconnect the plug.
Do not disconnect the plug when the dehumidifier is running. Always first switch the dehumidifier off with the power key.
The dehumidifier functions optimally at a room temperature of between 13 °C and 35 °C. The specified dehumidifying performance is only achiev- able in the higher temperature range (from 22 °C) and with higher room humidity (from 70 %). The lowest recommended operating temperature is 5 °C. In case of lower temperatures, the DEFROST mode is activated too frequently. The highest operating temperature is 35 °C and the relative humidity is 90 %.
Do not use the dehumidifier anywhere near easily inflammable gases or substances, near an open fire, or at a location where oil and water could splash. Do not spray insecticides or similar substances onto the dehumidifier. Make sure that the dehumidifier is not exposed to direct sunlight. Do not use the dehumidifier in a hothouse or near a bathtub, shower or swimming pool. Do not put any hot or heavy objects on the dehumidifier.
The air intake and air outflow vents must always be kept open during dehumidification. Make sure that no objects can get into the air intake or air outflow vents. This can lead to overheating, fire or electric shock. The dehumidifier must not be installed behind curtains, drapes or other objects and obstacles that could impair the air circulation. A safety distance of at least 50 cm from other objects must be maintained. In addition, a safety distance of at least 60 cm from wet areas such as showers, washbasins, sinks, bathtubs etc. must be maintained. A safety distance of 120 cm from the water supply, e.g. a water tap, is necessary.
When operating to dry clothes keep the clothing at least 50 cm away from the unit and do not allow water to drip onto the unit.
Do not remove the water tank while the dehumidifier is running. Drops of remaining water could damage furniture and floor-coverings.
Wait for 3 – 5 minutes after switching the dehumidifier off before you switch it back on again.
Do not immerse the dehumidifier into water or any other liquids and do not pour water or any other liquids onto the appliance or into the air intake and air outflow vents.
Clean the dehumidifier regularly, following the cleaning instructions.
Always transport the dehumidifier in an upright position. Before using the dehumidifier for the first time, leave it standing in an upright position for 24 hours. Always stand the dehumidifier in an upright position immediately after transporting the appliance, and wait for at least 60 minutes before switching it back on. The water tank must be emptied every time before transport.
The dehumidifier must always be operated according to this instruction manual. Non-observance of these instructions can lead to injuries, a fire, electric shock or faults in the appliance.
The dehumidifier is designed for private use indoors and is not intended for commercial use.
Do not use the dehumidifier if it is faulty or could show signs of damage, or if it is not functioning correctly. Disconnect the plug from the power socket.
The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regula- tions.
Details of type and rating of fuses: Walter: 2010 serie(s); AC 250 V; T;5A or 6.3 A, 2 A or 2.5 A.

Setting up / operation

Place Albert on a flat surface in the desired area. Plug the power cable (16) into an electric socket.
Press the on/off switch (3) to turn on the dehumidifier.
You can select the speed of the fan in the dehumidifier by pushing the speed level selector (5). There are 3 speed levels. If the speed is higher, the dehumidifying performance also increases.
With the hygrostat (4) the desired humidity level can be set. Press on the knob hygrostat (4) and change to desired humidity level with the rotary control (10). Humidity levels between 30 and 80 % or continuous running (CO in display) can be selected. A humidity level not higher than 60 % is suggested in general. If the dehumidifier reached the selected humidity, the control panel is flashing and the unit will turn off. After that, Albert will check the humidity level in constant intervals by turning on the fan for a short time.
With the timer you can select precisely when Albert should be running. The timer can be activated by pressing the knob timer on/off (6) and the LED will be lit. If you press the knob again the timer will not be active and the LED will be off. To set the timer follow these instructions:
Set the time: Press set (7) for 5 seconds and the symbol for hour is shown blinking in the display, in addition the hours are blinking. Now you can choose the correct hour with the rotary control (10). If the hours are correct, press set (7) again and the minutes can be adjusted the same way. To finish press set (7) again.
Set the timer: Press set (7) shortly and now you can set the time when the unit should turn on (timer on) and the time when the unit should stop (timer off), setting is the same as for the time above. If the timer is activated (blue LED is on), the dehumidifier will start and stop every day at the set time (this is ideal for example to use the cheaper power tarifs at night).
The swing mode (8) allows to optimally distribute the dry air in the room. This mode is also suitable for example to dry clothes fast and efficient.
If you find the display and LED too bright (in a bedroom for example), you may reduce the light intensity by pressing the night mode (9).
Once the water tank is full, the blinking symbol will appear on the display and the dehumidifier turns off automatically. Please empty the tank. Once you put back the tank, the unit will automatically restart.
Defrost function: If the temperature in the room is below 10 °C, the dehumidifier automatically runs in defrost mode. This mode is shown on the display and frost build up in the unit will be avoided during dehumidification. This function will be activated every 25 minutes for a duration of 7 minutes.
If desired, it is possible to connect a drainage hose to the unit for permanent water drainage. In this case connect the hose (2 m) (17) to the unit through the hole in the back of the dehumidifier and place the end of the drainage in a water outlet. Please make sure the end of the hose is lower than the spout, otherwise the water will not drain and flooding may occur.
For easy side movement of the unit there are hidden wheels (18) attached. Empty the tank first before moving the dehumidifier.

Cleaning

Before servicing the appliance and after each occasion of use, switch off the appliance and unplug the mains cable from the socket.

Attention: Never immerse the appliance in water (danger of short-circuit).
To clean the appliance, only wipe it down with a damp cloth and then dry it carefully.
In case the filter (13) at the air inlet (12) is dirty or dusty, take the filter out and remove the dirt/dust with a vacuum cleaner.
If you don’t use the dehumidifier for some time, empty the water tank and dry the unit fully before storing it in its original carton.

Repairs

Repairs to electrical appliances must only be carried out by a qualified electrical technician. If improper repairs are carried out, the warranty lapses and all liability is refused.
Never operate the appliance if the adaptor or plug is damaged, after it has malfunctioned, if it has been dropped or has been damaged in any other way (cracks/breaks in the casing).
Do not push any object into the appliance.
If the appliance is beyond repair, make it unusable immediately by cutting through the cable and hand it in at the collection point provided for the purpose.
In the event of a repair, the following points must be observed before the appliance is shipped or taken to the dealer: completely empty the water in the appliance (water tray or water tank), and allow the appliance to dry completely (min. 24 h). Appliances containing residual water may be damaged during transport, invalidating the warranty.
Repairs to the refrigeration system of the device must not be carried out by local service companies, since the device is operated with the flammable refrigerant R290. Repair work on the refrigeration system may only be carried out by the manufacturer’s authorized technicians.

Disposal
**** The European directive 2012 / 19 / CE on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimize the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment. The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance.

Specifications

Rated voltage	220 – 240 V
Power output	360 W (35 °C 90 % RH) max.*

*EU version
All rights for any technical modifications are reserved

Warranty

2 Years warranty
This warranty covers defects of construction, manufacturing and material.
Excluded are all wearing parts and improper usage, or consequential damages due to lack of cleaning and/or descaling of the appliance.

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Thanks to all people involved in this project: Stanley Chen for his engagement and translations, Vincent Hsu for the vast knowledge and main engineering, Tao Xu for his CAD work, Claudia Fagagnini for the photos, Matti Walker for the timeless design, unique control panel ideas and graphic work.
Martin Stadler, CEO Stadler Form Aktiengesellschaft
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