PowerPac IF3251 iFan Thirsty Hippo Dehumidifier Owner’s Manual
- July 4, 2024
- PowerPac
Table of Contents
PowerPac IF3251 iFan Thirsty Hippo Dehumidifier
Specifications
- Product Name: Thirsty Hippo Dehumidifier
- Model Number: IF3251
- Reusable: Can be reused up to 3000 times
- Material: Silica gel with moisture indicator (methyl violet)
- Environmentally friendly and sustainable
Product Usage Instructions
Thirsty Hippos are used as dehumidifiers. However, those large disposable plastic containers (costing around $3 dollars each) are single-use and causes air pollution when incinerated; the chemical used cannot be burnt, resulting in land pollution; and when the liquid is poured down the sink, causes water pollution – all of which affect biodiversity, ecosystems, and human health worldwide. The PowerPac iFan Thirsty Hippo Dehumidifier IF3251 is environmentally friendly and sustainable, and can be reused 3000 times! Purchasing this product not only saves you a lot of money, but also helps you and your family save the environment.
Parts & Description
LIST OF COMPONENTS
- Socket
- Moisture Absorbing Holes (top & bottom)
- Indicator
- Main Body
Silica gel adsorbs water readily onto its surface (as opposed to absorbing into the body of the gel), making it useful as a desiccant (drying agent). Silica gel is able to adsorb about 40% of its own weight in moisture in high- humidity environments and can take the relative humidity in a closed container down to about 40 percent. Once saturated with water, silica gel may be regenerated by heating it to 120 °C (248 °F) for 1–2 hours, releasing water as steam. This makes it reusable multiple times with very little, if any, loss of efficiency. It is hard and translucent, and remains hard when saturated with water. Our silica gel has been doped with a moisture indicator, methyl violet, which gradually changes its colour from orange when dry to green when they have absorbed some water.It is non-flammable, non-reactive and non-toxic, made of the same material found in the packets with the “do not eat” warning included in dry food packages to absorb any humidity that might cause spoilage of food since moisture encourages the growth of mould. Condensation may also damage other items such as electronics and may speed the decomposition of chemicals, such as those in vitamin pills and medicine. Silica gel may aid the drying out of electronic equipment during attempts to restore items that have been exposed to moisture accidentally.
Where to Place the Dehumidifier
Follow these placement guidelines for optimal performance:
- On the floor with the coldest air, usually the basement.
- Centrally in the room with adequate clearance for airflow.
- Avoid placing near sources of humidity like damp floors, moist carpets, or water heaters.
- with a few feet of clearance for adequate air flow to effectively pull in the damp air through the air filter with the internal fan. DO NOT place close to a wall;
- near the source of humidity, for example in a laundry room as close to the damp/wet clothes as possible but without restricting airflow.
DO NOT place your dehumidifier:
- near dust, lint, and air particles sources;
- near wall sockets or electric appliances;
- on a damp floor or moist carpet or near a water heater, stove, cooking appliances, kettles, etc. that releases water vapour or steam;
- near a large piece of furniture, boxes or storage units against a wall;
- near an open door or window – close them when using a dehumidifier.
How to Use
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Open the package and look at the round crystals (made of silica gel) at the bottom of the Indicator transparent window.
If the crystals are orange, proceed to place the crystals at your desired location. (refer to “Why Is Dehumidifier Placement Important?”) -
If the crystals are green, it means that the crystals are wet and have absorbed moisture during transit.
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Insert the plug connector of the power cable into the Socket on the Main Body, and the plug of the power cable into a wall socket. Switch the wall switch ON until the crystals turn orange. This slowly heats the crystals and evaporates water from them, and may require several hours.
Note: the appliance does not contain a battery, and does not require “charging”. -
Switch the wall switch OFF, detach the plug of the power cable from the wall socket and the plug connector of the power cable from the inlet on the Main Body. Proceed to place the appliance at your desired location.
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When the crystals turn green (usually after a few days, depending on location), it means that the crystals absorbed moisture and are wet. Repeat steps 4 & 5.
How to Clean
Warning: Do not disassemble the appliance for cleaning. The appliance is
fully assembled. DO NOT operate the appliance with any of its parts
disassembled. The entire assembled unit works as a single appliance. The
appliance must only operate in the upright position. Any other position will
be hazardous.
- Turn the wall switch OFF and unplug the power cable from the wall socket.
- Clean with surface of the Main Body with a damp soft cloth. DO NOT use chemicals, such as benzene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.; otherwise, the surface of the appliance will be damaged.
Follow these steps:
- Turn the wall switch OFF and unplug the power cable.
- Clean the surface of the Main Body with a damp soft cloth. Do not use chemicals.
Warnings
Attention: Read the instructions carefully for safe installation, use,
and maintenance of the dehumidifier. Read this booklet carefully as it
contains important instructions for a safe installation, use and maintenance.
Important instructions to be kept for future reference.
The following basic precautions should always be followed when using electrical appliances:
- Read all instructions before using the appliance. Save this Instruction Manual.
- The Appliance
- This appliance must be used only for the purpose it was expressly designed; any use NOT complying with the instructions contained in the manual is considered inappropriate and dangerous. The manufacturer is NOT responsible for possible damages caused by the inappropriate and/or unreasonable use.
- Before use, check the integrity of the appliance and power cable. DO NOT operate the appliance when the Main body is damaged. If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer / service agent or a qualified technician. Only use the original power cable provided by the manufacturer. Any non-original power cable may cause injuries to persons or damage to the appliance. Doing so will void the warranty.
- Make sure the rating (voltage and frequency) corresponding to the grid and the socket is suitable for the plug of the appliance, and that the wall socket is properly grounded. Avoid the use of adapters and/or extension cables; if their use is absolutely necessary, use only those affixed with the Safety Mark.
- The packing materials (plastic bags, expanded polystyrene, etc.) must be kept out of the reach of children or disabled persons since they represent potential sources of danger.
Location
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This appliance is NOT suitable to be used or stored near heat sources (open flame, ovens, heaters, stoves, etc.) and/or in an explosive environment (in the presence of flammable substances such as gas, vapour, mist or dust, in atmospheric conditions when, after ignition, the combustion is spread in the air). Items containing these substances should never be placed in the appliance, and never be used to clean the appliance to avert the risk of fire or explosion.
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Place and use the appliance on a horizontal and stable surface. Damage may occur if the appliance is placed on an incline or decline.
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Avoid placing the power cable on abrasive or sharp surfaces or in positions where it can be damaged easily. Avoid placing heavy objects on the cable. The cable must NOT be placed under carpets, or covered with throw rugs, runners or similar. Arrange the cable away from the high traffic area, and where it will NOT be tripped over. DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the cable.
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When connected to the wall socket, DO NOT operate the appliance where water can splash onto the appliance as this may cause an electric shock.
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DO NOT use or store the appliance outdoors. Store and use the appliance only indoors, or in any case, protected from weathering such as rain, direct radiation of the sun and dust.
Operation -
If you are using the appliance for the first time, you should:
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Clean the exterior of the Main Body with a damp cloth. Use a little detergent, if necessary, and wipe dry. The Main Body may NOT be immersed in water.
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Make sure to remove any label or protective sheet which may prevent its proper functioning.
DO NOT: -
cover the appliance during functioning;
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place the appliance in the microwave oven or refrigerator to avoid damaging it;
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leave the appliance unsupervised when connected to the wall socket.
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The appliance is connected to the wall socket only to remove water from the green round crystals. Once they turn orange, the appliance is disconnected from the wall socket and placed at certain locations.
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During operation, DO NOT touch the appliance with wet body parts; plug and unplug the power cable firmly holding it with dry hands, and it is recommended to have between you and the standing surface, an isolating element (for example, wearing shoes with rubber soles).
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DO NOT soak the Main Body in water or other liquids, wash it under the tap, or let any liquid flow into the internal casing of the appliance to prevent electric shock. In case of accidental fall in water, DO NOT try to take it out, but first of all switch the wall switch OFF.
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In case of malfunction or anomaly during the functioning such as smoke coming out of the appliance, switch the appliance off immediately, turn off the power and check the cause of the anomaly, if possible, with the support of a qualified person.
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This appliance is NOT intended for commercial use but to be used in households and similar applications, such as:
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Staff areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
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Dormitories hotels, motels and other residential environments;
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Bed and breakfast type environments.
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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 unless they are older than 8 and supervised. Keep the appliance and its cable out of reach of children less than 8 years old.
ENVIRONMENTAL TIP s
This appliance, along with all other electronic appliances, should, when it is
no longer capable of functioning, be disposed with the least possible
environmental damage according to the local regulations in your area. In most
cases you can discard the appliance at your local recycling centre.
DISPOSAL: Do not dispose this appliance as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.
SPECIFICATION
WARRANTY
Warranty Conditions
- This warranty provides against defective materials and manufacturing faults throughout for two years from the date of purchase of the appliance covering the Motor only, subject to correct usage of the appliance. The warranty on the Compressor is 10 years; fluorescent light tubes of Mosquito Insect Repellents is 6 months; rechargeable batteries are also 6 months; all are subject to the same conditions as above.
- This warranty also does not cover normal wear and tear, replacement of consumable materials and accessories, and the cost of maintenance of the appliance.
- This warranty does not cover the repair or replacement of part/s damaged by misuse, accidents, negligence, alterations, or modifications in any way, or repairs done by any repair organisation without the prior consent of PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd.
- Repair and service are to be performed at: 5 Changi South Lane #03-01 Singapore 486045. A transport fee will be charged for personal doorstep service.
- The original purchaser of the appliance must furnish proof of purchase to our Service Centre with the email or number as registered during submission of warranty when this appliance is sent for repair/service. Failure to do so may delay the receipt of said repair/service by the customer.
- Under no circumstances whatsoever shall the serial number be erased, defaced or altered by the customer and/or his representatives, or the dealer and/or his agents. Failure to ensure this shall invalidate the warranty.
- This warranty is deemed to be void if the defect is cause by the attack of household pests, fire, lightning, natural disasters, pollution, abnormal voltage or the usage of generators.
- This warranty is valid in Singapore only.
- This warranty will be honoured subject to the customer’s registration of the warranty inclusive of original invoice or valid purchase receipt. Failure to present these documents will result in denial of service. However, if the customer still requests that the defective appliance be repaired, PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd may, at its discretion, repair the appliance but impose a labour charge, as well as the costs of the replacement parts, to be borne solely by the customer.
- Please refer to the attached picture for the location of one of our appliance’s serial number, as an example.
Please complete the on-line registration warranty form available on our website. There is no further requirement to send us any hard copy as part of our efforts to save the environment. In accordance with the terms and conditions of this limited warranty as stated above, PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd, at its expense shall provide free services for the appliance within the warranty period from its date of purchase from our Authorised dealers.
PowerPac Electrical Pte Ltd
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FAQ
Q: How many times can the Thirsty Hippo Dehumidifier be reused?
A: The dehumidifier can be reused up to 3000 times, making it a sustainable
choice.
Q: Where should I place the dehumidifier for best results?
A: Place the dehumidifier on the floor with the coldest air, centrally in the
room with adequate airflow, and away from sources of humidity.
Q: How do I know when to clean the dehumidifier?
A: Clean the dehumidifier when the silica gel crystals in the Indicator window
turn green, indicating moisture absorption.