auronic AU3228 Dehumidifier User Manual

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User manual – Dehumidifier
Model: AU3228, AU3229, AU3230 Please read the manual

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing a Auronic product! Please always follow the instructions for safe usage.
If you have any questions about the product or experience any problems, please contact us by e-mail: service@auronic.nl.

Intended use
This product is only intended to reduce humidity in living rooms, basements or storage areas with an ambient temperature of 5 to 35°C. The product should only be used indoors. The product is intended for personal and not commercial use only.
This product is only intended for the purposes described in the manual.
The supplier is released from liability for any injury or damage caused by using the product outside of its intended use.

WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please ensure that the packaging is kept out of the reach of children! Risk of suffocation!
Make sure to keep this user manual. Read the manual carefully!

Always observe the following precautions when using ‘the dehumidifier’, hereinafter referred to as ‘the product’.

General

• Be aware of the risks and consequences associated with misuse of the product. Misuse may result in personal injury and damage to the product.
• Leave at least 20 cm of ventilation space around the product.
• The product is designed only for combination with R-290 (propane) gas as refrigerant. Observe national gas regulations.
• Do not release the refrigerant into the atmosphere.
• R-290 (propane) is flammable and heavier than air. It first collects in low areas and is circulated by fans.
• Propane gas is odorless. The lack of odor does not indicate that the gas has not escaped. If a leak is detected, immediately evacuate all persons from the area, ventilate the area and contact the local fire department to indicate that there is a propane leak.
• Water collected is not suitable for drinking or watering plants. This may be a potential health hazard.
• The product only works in areas with an ambient temperature between 5 and 35˚C. If the ambient temperature is below 5˚C and above 35˚C, the product will not work.
• Use the product only for the purposes indicated in this manual.
• If the product is malfunctioning, dropped or damaged, do not use it and consult Customer Service.
• The product is designed and intended for private use. Do not use it for commercial purposes.
• Do not unplug the product while it is on. Unplug the product when not in use.
• Do not tilt the product. If the product is (has been) tilted more than 45°, leave it upright for at least 24 hours before turning it on.
• Empty the water tank before moving the product.
• The product is suitable for indoor use only. Do not use the product outdoors. This may cause damage to the product.

Persons

•  This product may be used by children 8 years of age and older if they are properly supervised and instructed in the safe use of the product and understand its potential hazards. Cleaning and maintenance of the product should not be performed by children.
• The product can be used by people with physical or mental disabilities, provided that they are properly supervised and informed concerning the safe use of the product and understand its possible dangers.
• The product is not a toy. Keep children under 3 years of age closely supervised and away from the product. Do not allow children to play with the product.

Use

• Do not put or place objects on the product or sit on it.

• Do not insert fingers or objects into the ventilation holes.

• Do not touch the ventilation holes.

• Always place the product on a flat, stable and level surface.

• Do not use the product near a bathtub, a shower, a (laundry) tub filled with water or similar places.

•  Do not immerse the product, cabling or plug in water or other liquids.

• Protect the product from dripping or spraying.

• If water enters the product (except for the water tank), unplug it immediately. Have the product checked for damage before using it again.

• Do not touch the product with wet hands.

• If the product falls into water, unplug it immediately. Do not remove the product from water until the plug is unplugged.

• Do not use the product in a potentially explosive environment where there are flammable liquids, gases or substances. Electrical appliances may generate sparks that may ignite dust or vapors.

• The product contains extremely highly flammable pressurized gas. This gas may explode when heated.

• Keep the product away from heat, hot surfaces, open flames and other sources of ignition.
  Do not smoke near the product.

• Do not use items other than those approved by the manufacturer to aid the defrosting process.

• The product should be stored only in areas without permanent ignition sources (e.g., open flames, appliances that run on gas and are on, electric heaters).

• Do not drill into the product. Do not burn the product.

• Remember that refrigerants are odorless.

• Do not use the product near swimming pools, bathrooms or similar environments.

• The product is not suitable for drying insulation materials. If insulation materials are damp due to a cracked pipe, consult an expert.

• Never expose the product to temperatures equal to or below 0°C. Residual water in the pipes may freeze and damage the product.

• Do not use the product in a dusty environment or in an area treated with chlorine.

• Unplug the product before cleaning or servicing it.

Electronics

• Do not disassemble, repair or restore the product. Doing so may cause damage to the product. For your own safety, these parts should only be replaced by authorized service personnel. Before connecting the product, ensure that the mains voltage indicated on the rating plate matches that of your mains supply.
• Check both power cord and plug regularly for signs of damage or wear, and if there is any, do not use the product and have the power cord and/or plug replaced or repaired by authorized service personnel.
• There is a risk of electrocution if live cables are touched and electrical and mechanical structures are modified.
• If the power fails during use, immediately turn off the product and unplug the power cord.
• Do not pull on the cord to unplug it.
• Do not move the product by pulling the cord or twist the cord.
• Be careful not to trip over the cable and make sure the cable is not kinked, twisted, or stuck.
• Do not place the cable on hot surfaces or near oil. Do not leave the cable hanging over the edge of a table or countertop.
• Always use the product with a grounded indoor 220-240 V~, 50/60 Hz outlet.

RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT

When receiving your shipment, make sure that the contents are consistent with the packing list. Notify your distributor of any missing items. If the equipment appears to be damaged, file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify your distributor at once, giving a detailed description of any damage. Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim.

Contents of package
Auronic Dehumidifier – 16 l – Model AU3228 – EAN 8720195258520
Auronic Dehumidifier – 20 l – Model AU3229 – EAN 8720195258537
Auronic Dehumidifier – 25 l – Model AU3230 – EAN 8720195258544

Included accessories

• 1x User manual
• 1x Drain hose

PRODUCT FEATURES

1. Handle
2. Control panel
3. Water tank| 4. Housing
5. Power cable
6. Air filter| 7. Air grille
8. Water level indicator
9. Drain hose connection
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Technical data

| AU3228| AU3229| AU3230
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Dimension| 34 x 21 x 55 cm| 34 x 21 x 55 cm| 34 x 21 x 55 cm
Weight| 14 kg| 15 kg| 16 kg
Color| White| White| White
Material| Metal and ABS plastic| Metal and ABS plastic| Metal and ABS plastic
Cord length| 1.8 m| 1.8 m| 1.8 m
Safety plug| 1| 1| 1
Voltage| 220 – 240V~| 220 – 240V~| 220 – 240V~
Frequency| 50Hz| 50Hz| 50Hz
Rated input power| 240W (27°C 60%)| 320W (27°C 60%)| 320W (27°C 60%)
Max. input power| 290W (32°C 90%)| 420W (32°C 90%)| 420W (32°C 90%)
Rated input current| 1.22A (27°C 60%)| 1.48A (27°C 60%)| 1.48A (27°C 60%)
Max. input current| 1.40A (32°C 90%)| 1.91A (32°C 90%)| 1.91A (32°C 90%)
Operating temperature| 5 to 35°C| 5 to 35°C| 5 to 35°C
Storage temperature| 5 to 40°C| 5 to 40°C| 5 to 40°C
Operating humidity| 30 to 80%| 30 to 80%| 30 to 80%
Storage humidity| <80%| <80%| <80%
Noise level| ≤48dB| ≤48dB| ≤48dB
Water tank capacity| 5.5 l| 5.5 l| 5.5 l
Coolant| R290/55g| R290/60g| R290/65g
Max. dehumidify capacity| 16 l per 24 hours (30°C 80%) 8 l per 24 hours (27°C 60%)| 20 l per 24 hours (30°C 80%) 10 l per 24 hours (27°C 60%)| 25 l per 24 hours (30°C 80%) 13 l per 24 hours (27°C 60%)
Max. surface area to be dehumidified| 30 m2| 40 m2| 50 m2
Max. air flow| 195 m3/h| 195 m3/h| 195 m3/h
Suction side pressure| 1.2MPa| 1.2MPa| 1.2MPa
Pressure outlet side| 2.5MPa| 2.5MPa| 2.5MPa
Overheating protection| Yes| Yes| Yes

Other features

• Includes 1-meter-long drain hose.
• Humidity setting adjustable from 30% to 80%.
• With drying function for clothes.
• Automatic shut-off and sound signal when the collection tray is full.
• Includes handle and wheels.
• With 3 modes: fan, low and high.
• Automatic humidity meter that measures the humidity in the room.
• Includes piston compressor with auto-defrost system.
• With lights on the top to indicate the humidity of the room.
• With a washable air filter.
• With timer function for automatic shutdown and delayed start time.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Installation
For efficient operation of the product, distances are required as shown in figure A.

NOTE: If TV’s, radios etc. are disturbed by the sound of the product, keep them at least 70 cm away from the product.

Display and control panel

1. Container is full
2. Defrost
3. Low fan speed
4. High fan speed
5. Dehumidify| 6. Timer display
7. Continuous dehumidification
8. High dry mode
9. Humidity percentage
10. Clothes drying mode
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11. Child lock: Touch for 3 seconds to turn on or off.
12. Fan mode: Touch repeatedly to set the desired fan mode.
13. Timer: Can be set from 0-24 hours. Touch repeatedly to set the desired time.
14. Humidity: Touch repeatedly to set the desired humidity level from 30% to 80%.
15. Mode: Touch repeatedly to set the desired mode to manual dehumidification, continuous dehumidification, high drying mode and clothes drying mode.
16. Fan speed: Touch repeatedly to set the desired fan speed. This function works only in manual dehumidification and fan mode.
17. Power button: Touch to turn the product on or off.
18. Sleep mode: Touch to turn off all lights – except the ‘sleep mode/child lock’ indicator light on the display.

Recommended modes

The built-in microcomputer remembers the position once it is set. The product repeats the same setting by touching the power button. If the connection is disconnected by unplugging or if the power goes out, you have to start setting again.

Emptying the water tank
When the water tank is full, the product will not work. You have to take out the water tank, empty it and put it back before the product will work again.

1. Hold the water tank with two hands. Gently pull out the water tank as shown in figure D.
2. Hold the water tank by the handle and gently empty the water tank as shown in figure E.
3. Put the water tank back in place. The product will automatically resume operation.

Sound signal

• When the water tank is full, the product will stop working and emit a sound signal. The sound signal will be audible for 20 seconds after you remove the water tank from the product.
• A sound signal will be emitted each time a button is touched.

How to use

1. Make sure the water tank is empty and properly placed.
2. Plug in the power cord.
3. Touch the power button to turn the product on.
4. Select the desired mode by touching the stand button (repeatedly).
5. Touch the power button to turn the product off.

Timer setting
You can use the timer function in 2 different ways. When the time expires, the timer light indicates the remaining time.

Turning off automatically

1. Turn on the product by touching the power button.
2. Make sure the timer function has not been set before. If “Hr” is visible on the display, the timer function has already been set.
3. Touch (repeatedly) the timer button to set the desired time. After the hours shown on the display, the product will automatically turn off.

Delayed start time

1. Make sure the product is turned off.
2. Make sure the timer function has not been set before. If ‘Hr’ is visible on the display, the timer function has already been set.
3. Touch (repeatedly) the timer button to set the desired time. After the hours shown on the display, the product will turn on automatically.

Touch the timer button to deactivate the timer function.

Indicator lights
At the top, 3 LED lights shine at the bottom of the control panel to indicate the humidity of the room.

• Red: >70%
• Green: 50 to 70%
• Blue: >30 to 50%

Drain hose
In general, the water is collected in the water tank. If you want continuous water drainage, you need to follow the following steps to get the situation as shown in figure F.

1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Insert the drain hose into the drain hose opening. Always make sure the hose runs down and is not blocked or kinked.
3. Make sure the hose is in a container or something similar to allow the water to drain.

Notes

• Both the dehumidification and air cleaning functions stop during defrosting.
• Do not unplug or turn off the unit during defrosting.
• The product is designed to remove unpleasant humidity in everyday life and to be used for additional drying of washed clothes indoors. This product is not suitable for keeping the humidity very low (±50% or less).
• This product does not have a cooling function. It produces heat during use and the temperature in the room increases by 1 to 4°C. The temperature increases if the product is used in a cabinet or similar. In addition, the temperature in the room increases  when doors and windows are closed and heat is produced by other appliances in the room and solar radiation.
• Please note that it may take ±3 minutes before the dehumidification program will start.
• The efficiency of the product is affected by the air. Preferably keep windows and doors closed in the room where the product is placed.
• For safety reasons, the product will automatically shut down when the temperature reaches ±36°C in the room where the product is placed.
• Due to circulation of the coolant, the product may make noise when starting up. When the circulation is stable, the noise will decrease.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Maintenance
If the air filter is dirty or clogged, it can affect the operation of the product. We recommend servicing and/or replacing the filter every 6 months.

1. Remove the air grille on the back of the product.

2. Carefully remove the air filter and holder.

3. Clean the filter with a vacuum cleaner to make it dust-free.

4. If the filter is very dirty, you can wash it with water and a mild detergent.
   Do not use abrasive or harsh detergents.

5. Rinse the filter well and let it dry.

Cleaning
Clean the casing of the product with a soft, clean cloth. If it is very dirty, you can clean it with a slightly damp cloth. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaning agents. Never use a wet cloth to clean the product.
Remove the water tank and clean the inside with clean water. If you clean it with an abrasive sponge or brush, it may cause scratches. Never remove the floater inside the collection tray.
Clean the outside with a cloth. Put the water tank properly back in place after cleaning.

STORAGE

Store the product in a dry, clean place. Do not store the product in extremely high or low temperatures.
If the product is not going to be used for a long time:

1. Unplug and secure the plug at the back of the product.
2. Empty the collection container and make sure it is clean and dry.
3. Clean the air filter.
4. Make sure the product is stored upright and avoid direct sunlight.

TROUBLESHOOTING

is plugged in correctly.
The water tank is full.| Make sure the water tank is empty.
The water tank is not inserted correctly.| Make sure the water tank is correctly positioned in the product.
The air vents are blocked.| Make sure there is enough space around the product. Make sure the air vents are not blocked.
The product is defrosting.| This is normal. See “Instructions for use > Notes”.
The product does not dehumidify properly.| The filter is dirty.| Clean and maintain the air filter as described under “Maintenance and cleaning”.
The air vents are blocked.| Provide adequate space around the product. Make sure the air vents are not blocked.
The product is not in dehumidify mode.| Touch the mode button repeatedly so that the dehumidify mode is selected.
The temperature in the room is too low.| This is normal. The product stops when the temperature is below 5°C.
The humidity in the room is too low.| This is normal. The product stops when the humidity is below 60% and is in automatic mode.
The room is too large.| Make sure all windows and doors are closed and that the room does not exceed the capacity of the product. See “Product features > Technical Data”.
The product makes noise during operation.| The product is not installed correctly.| Always make sure the product is installed on a flat, stable and level surface.
The product suddenly stops dehumidifying.| The temperature in the room is higher than 35°C.| This is normal. The product will restart once the temperature has dropped.
Clothing is not drying properly.| The clothing is not in the airflow of the product.| Make sure the product’s airflow is directed toward the clothes you want to dry.
The temperature in the room is too low.| Drying clothes in a cold room is more difficult. Make sure the temperature rises or be patient.
There is a bad smell coming from the product during use.| The room is not clean.| The product extracts air from the room, walls and stuff around the product. The smell is caused by this.
There is water/ moisture in the container before I have used it.| The product has been tested.| Because the product is pre-tested in production, there may be water/ moisture in the collection container before you have used it.
The product gives a sound signal.| The water tank is full or removed.| Please refer to “Instructions for use > Sound signal”.

DISPOSAL – RECYCLE

Think about the environment and contribute to a cleaner living environment! This product is subject to the European Directive (EU) 2012/19/EU. At the end of its service life, do not dispose of the product with normal household waste, but deliver it to a collection point designated by the authorities for recycling.

SERVICE AND WARRANTY

If you need service or information regarding your product, please contact our Customer Support at service@auronic.nl.
We provide a 2-year warranty on our products. To obtain service during the warranty period, the product needs to be returned with a proof of purchase. Product defects have to be reported within 2 years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse or incorrect repair; parts subject to wear; defects that the customer was aware of at the time of purchase; damages or defects caused by customer neglect; damages or defects caused by third parties.

DISCLAIMER

Changes reserved; specifications are subject to change without stating grounds for doing so.

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LifeGoods B.V.
Wisselweg 33, 1314 CB Almere
www.auronic.nl
07/2023 – v1.1

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