ProBreeze PB-15 30L Compressor Dehumidifier Instruction Manual

ProBreeze PB-15 30L Compressor Dehumidifier

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

WARNING:
TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE OR INJURY TO PEOPLE, ALWAYS TURN THE APPLIANCE OFF, UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET AND EMPTY THE WATER TANK BEFORE HANDLING, CLEANING OR SERVICING THE APPLIANCE.

• Use this appliance only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
• The appliance is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction.
• Children must be supervised not to play with the appliance.
• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
• Do not leave children alone or unattended in the area where the appliance is in use.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children unless continuously supervised.
• Always place the appliance in an upright position on a flat, stable surface. Operating the product in any other position could cause a hazard and leakages.
• The appliance must have a minimum 50cm clearance around all sides.
• This appliance is intended for indoor household use and similar applications. Do not use outdoors.
• Do not cover, obstruct or push objects into the vents and opening of the appliances as this may cause an electric shock, fire or damage the appliance.
• Do not cover the appliance whilst in use.
• Dispose of water collected from the dehumidifier. This water is not drinkable.
• Do not use this appliance near water or in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
• Do not allow water or other liquids to run into the appliance, as this could create a fire and/or electrical hazard.
• Avoid placing the power cord in areas where it can become a tripping hazard. Do not place the power cord under carpeting or cover it with rugs, runners or similar.
• To avoid a circuit overload when using this appliance, do not operate another high-wattage appliance on the same electrical circuit.
• Always plug the appliance directly into a wall socket. Avoid using extension leads where possible as they may overheat and cause a risk of fire.
• Do not use this appliance with an external programmer, timer switch, or any other device which would switch the device on automatically unless this has already been pre-built into the appliance by the manufacturer.
• Do not pull on the main cable. Never move, carry or hang the appliance by the mains cable.
• Do not remove the water tank when the appliance is in use, this may cause water to leak.
• Do not operate the appliance with the water tank removed.
• Do not operate the appliance if there are signs of damage to the appliance, power cord, or any of the accessories.
• Do not place objects on top of the appliance.
• Do not operate the appliance with any safety guards removed.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical elements in the appliance. Doing so may be unsafe and will void your warranty.
• Ensure that the mains supply (including voltage, frequency, and power) complies with the rating label of the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance near petrol, paints, flammable gases, ovens, or other heating sources.

Specific Information Regarding R290 Refrigerant Gas

WARNING:
THE APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED, OPERATED AND STORED IN A ROOM WITH A FLOOR AREA LARGER THAN 4M².

• This appliance contains 0.099kg (99g) of R290 refrigerant gas.

• R290 is a refrigerant gas that complies with the European directive on the environment.

• Do not puncture any part of the refrigerant circuit.

• Be aware that R290 refrigerant is odorless and does not have the odour normally associated with natural gas and propane tanks.

• Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

• The appliance must be placed in an area without any continuous sources of ignition such as open flames, gas, or electrical appliances in operation.

• Do not puncture and do not burn.
  If the appliance is installed, operated or stored in a non-ventilated area, the room must be designed to prevent
  the accumulation of refrigerant leaks resulting in a risk of fire or explosion due to ignition of the refrigerant caused by electric heaters, stoves, or other sources of ignition.

• The appliance must be stored in such a way as to prevent mechanical failure.

• Individuals who operate or work on the refrigerant circuit must have the appropriate certification issued by an accredited organization that ensures competence in handling refrigerants according to a specific evaluation recognized by associations in the industry.

• Maintenance and repairs that require the assistance of other qualified personnel must be performed under the supervision of an individual specified in the use of flammable refrigerants.

Explanation of symbols displayed on the unit

• WARNING
  The symbol shows that this appliance uses a flammable refrigerant. If the refrigerant leaks and is exposed to an external ignition source, there is a risk of fire.

• CAUTION
  This symbol shows that the operation manual should be read carefully.

• CAUTION
  This symbol shows that service personnel should be handling this equipment with reference to the installation manual.

• CAUTION
  This symbol shows that information is available such as the operating manual or instruction manual.

SPECIFICATION

• Product Dimensions: L 38.6 x W 26 x H 50cm
• Net Weight: 17kg
• Voltage: 220-240~, 1Ph
• Frequency: 50Hz
• Input Power: 715W
• Maximum Capacity (per 24hr): 30L
• Refrigerant: R290 / 0.099kg

HOW IT WORKS

Please familiarise yourself with the unit before use.

Note:
All of the illustrations are for explanation purposes only. Your machine may be slightly different.

ACCESSORIES

The following accessories can be found in the water tank. Remove and install before use (as per instructions listed below).

To install the power cord buckle, simply insert into the back of the unit.

POSITIONING THE UNIT

• This unit is designed to operate in temperatures between 5ºc and 32ºc and between 30% and 50% RH (relative humidity).
• Place the unit in an area where the temperature will not fall below 5ºc. In temperatures below 5ºc, the coils may freeze; leading to a reduction in performance.
• Place the unit on a smooth, level surface, strong enough to support the unit with a full water tank.
• Allow at least 50cm of space behind the air outlet (at the back of the unit) for good air circulation. Allow at least 20cm of space on all other sides of the unit for good air circulation.
• Place the unit away from a clothes dryer, heater, or radiator.
• For best results, place the unit in an enclosed space and close all doors windows, and outside openings.
• If placed near an enclosed storage area (like a wardrobe or cupboard), ensure there is adequate circulation of air.
• Do not use outdoors.
• This unit is intended for indoor and residential use only. It should not be used for commercial or industrial applications.
• There are four wheels attached to the unit for ease of transportation. Do not force the castors to move over carpet.
• Do not transport the unit with water in the water tank. This may cause the unit to tip over or the water to spill.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Control Panel

Buttons
Note: for safety reasons and to regulate temperature, the fan will continue to run when the compressor is off.

• Auto/Comfort: Press once to start auto mode. This will automatically set the room humidity to 45-55% based on the room’s environment.
• Filter:
  • The filter light will flash after 250 hours of operation as a reminder to clean the filter on the unit. Once cleaned, press the filter button once to reset.
  • To connect the unit to wifi, hold the filter button down for three seconds until “AP” shows on the LED display and follow the instructions below.
• Cont: press once to activate the continuous dehumidifying mode. Before doing so, connect the drainage hose to the back of the unit.
• Turbo: press once to start Turbo Mode. This will increase the fan speed to the maximum. Press again to reduce the fan speed.
• Timer: this button controls the auto-start and auto-stop functions.
  • For auto-start, turn the unit off using the power button. Press the timer button until the “on” light illuminates. Use the arrows to select the auto time (available in 30-minute increments, up to 24 hours). Once selected, wait five seconds. The LED display will return to blank. The unit will turn on after the time has been reached.
  • For auto-stop, turn the unit on using the power button. Press the timer button until the “on” light illuminates. Use the arrows to select the auto time (available in 30-minute increments, up to 24 hours). Once selected, wait five seconds. The LED display will return to showing the RH. The unit will turn off after the time has been reached.
  • Turning the unit on or off, or reducing the time to 0 will turn off timer mode. The unit will turn off after the time has been reached.
• Up/Down Buttons: press to control the humidity level. The humidity level can be set from 25% RH to 85% RH in 5%increments. For drier air, set a lower RH. For damper air, set a higher RH.

Lights

• Auto, filter, and continuous lights: these will illuminate when the modes are activated.
• Defrost: this will illuminate when frost builds up on the evaporator coils. When this happens, the compressor will turn off and the fan will continue to run until the coils defrost.
• Full: this will illuminate when the water tank is full and needs to be emptied. To empty, follow the instructions listed below.

Display

• As a default, the LED display will show the RH (relative humidity) of the room to+/- 5%accuracy.
• If there is a problem with the unit, the following will display:
  • P2: water tank is full or not in the right position? Empty the water tank or check its positioning.
  • AP: device is in auto-pairing mode, which is used to connect to wifi. This mode should turn off automatically within 8 minutes.
  • AS: humidity sensor error. Unplug the unit, wait 30 seconds and plug it back in. If the problem persists, contact support.
  • ES: tube temperature sensor error. Unplug the unit, wait 30 seconds and plug it back in. If the problem persists, contact support.

CONNECTING TO WIFI

Note:
If you are having issues connecting to Wifi, please ensure your network is set to 2.4G. If you are continuing to have issues, please contact our customer care team by emailing [email protected].

• To connect to WiFi, hold the filter button down for 3 seconds, or until the LED display shows “AP” (auto-pairing). When in auto-pairing, the compressor will be forced off.
• Ensure the dehumidifier and your mobile are connected to the same WiFi.
• Download the “NetHome plus” app. You will have to create an account. On the screen, select “add device” and then select “dehumidifier”. Follow the instructions on the app.
• When the connection is successful, the dehumidifier will automatically turn back on.
• If after 8 minutes the connection is unsuccessful, the dehumidifier will automatically turn back on. Start the connection process from the beginning.
• Once connected, you can view performance and control your dehumidifier through the app.

EMPTYING THE WATER TANK

Caution

• Always turn the unit off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before removing the water tank.
• Do not transport the unit with water in the water tank. This may cause the unit to tip over or the water to spill.
• Be careful when removing the water tank from the unit to avoid spilling water.
• When you remove the water tank, do not touch any parts inside the unit. Doing so may damage the product.
• If there is water anywhere else in the unit when the water tank is removed, clean it with a dry cloth.
• Once connected, you can view performance and control your dehumidifier through the app.

Instructions

• If the unit is on and the water tank is full, the compressor and fan will turn off and the “full” light will illuminate.
• To empty the water tank, slowly pull it out a little to loosen it.
• Hold both sides of the water tank with two hands, and even strength, and pull it from the unit. Do not put the water tank on the floor as the base is uneven.
• Throw the water away in a safe place and replace the water tank. Ensure this is done gently, all the way into the unit, as forcing the water tank in may cause damage.

CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE

• Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain or sink by attaching the unit to the water hose (included).
• To do this, remove the plastic cover on the back of the unit. Caution: a small amount of water may accumulate in the back drain outlet so have a small receptacle or dry cloth ready to ensure this does not spill onto the floor.
• Attach the continuous hose cover and the drain hose to the back of the unit.
• Direct the hose to the drain; ensuring that there are no kinks and that the continuous hose outlet is higher than the drain.
• Turn the unit on and press the “cont” button on the control panel.
• Note: when the continuous drainage feature is not being used, remove the hose from the unit, dry the outlet and replace the plastic cap.

CLEANING & STORAGE

WARNING:
ALWAYS TURN THE APPLIANCE OFF, AND UNPLUG THE POWER CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE HANDLING OR CLEANING IT.

CAUTION:
DO NOT USE ANY ABRASIVE CLEANERS OR SOLVENTS, AS THIS WILL DAMAGE THE APPLIANCE. DO NOT ALLOW WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS TO RUN INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE APPLIANCE, AS THIS COULD CREATE A FIRE AND/OR ELECTRICAL HAZARD.

Exterior Cleaning

• Clean the exterior surface of the appliance by wiping it with a soft, damp cloth. Dry the appliance with a soft clean cloth.
• Clean the vents and outlets with a vacuum cleaner, using the brush attachment to avoid any dust and debris build-up.
• DO NOT splash water directly into the main unit. Doing so may cause an electric shock, cause the insulation to deteriorate, or cause the unit to rust.

Water Tank Cleaning

WARNING:
NEVER LEAVE WATER IN THE WATER TANK WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS NOT IN USE, MICROORGANISMS CAN GROW IN STAGNANT WATER, AND THE WATER TANK SHOULD BE EMPTIED AND CLEANED REGULARLY.

The water tank should be cleaned at least every week or prior to storage to prevent the growth of mold, mildew, and bacteria.

• Carefully remove the water tank from the unit before cleaning.
• Empty the water tank and clean it with tap water and mild detergent (e.g. washing up liquid).
• Ensure to remove any scale or deposits that have formed inside the water tank.
• Wipe all surfaces dry before placing the water tank back into the appliance.

Air Filter Cleaning

CAUTION:
DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE WITHOUT THE FILTER. THIS WILL CAUSE IT TO CLOG UP WITH LINT AND DIRT AND WILL REDUCE PERFORMANCE. ALWAYS INSERT THE FILTER SECURELY.

• We recommend cleaning the filter every 2 weeks.
• To remove the filter, pull gently on the handle.
• Wash the filter with clean, warm water. Dry thoroughly.
• Re-install the filter by clicking it into place.

Storage

• Ensure the appliance and water tank are clean and dry before storage.
• To store your product out of season, we recommend using the original or a similar size box.
• Do not kink or wrap the power cord and plug around the appliance, as this may cause the insulation to weaken or split, particularly where it enters the appliance.
• Store in a safe, clean, and dry place when not in use.

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

If you have any issues with our dehumidifier, here are some troubleshooting tips that may help you to overcome them.

completely into the outlet.

•          Check that the water tank is not full.

•          Water bucket is not in the proper position.

The fan does not stop| •          The fan will continue to run even when the compressor is off. This is for safety reasons and to regulate the temperature of the dehumidifier. You will need to manually turn the fan off.
Dehumidifier does not dry the air as it should| •          Make sure nothing is blocking the back of the dehumidifier. Ensure it is at least 40cm away from wall or any furniture.

•          Lower the humidity control using the arrows.

•          Check that all doors, windows or other openings are securely closed.

•          The room temperature is too low. The unit will not work in temperatures below 5ºc.

•          The unit will not dry enclosed spaces unless there is sufficient air circulation.

•          Check that there is nothing giving off moisture into the room.

The unit is making a loud noise| •          The air filter is clogged and needs cleaning.

•          The unit is tilted and not upright.

•          The floor surface is not level.

Frost appears on the coils| •          This is normal. The dehumidifier has an auto defrost feature.
Water on floor| •          The hose connector on the back of the unit may be loose.

•          Check that the back drain plug is connected when using the bucket to collect water.

ES, AS,P2,Eb appear in the display| •          These are error codes and will pause the unit. For more information see the Control Panel section above.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, One Retail Group Limited declares that the radio equipment type PB-15 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://activeera.com/ec-declaration-of-conformity/.

RECYCLING AND DISPOSAL
The packaging of your new product has a recycle mark on it. Please dispose of it as recycled paper. Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with general household waste. This is to prevent possible harm to the environment and human well-being. Contact your local council or government for information regarding the collection schemes in your area.

One Retail Group, Ryland House
24a Ryland Road, London, NW5 3EH, United Kingdom
EU Authorised Representative: Brandrep Limited, The Black Church St Mary’s Pl N, Dublin, D07 P4AX, Ireland
© Copyright 2021. www.probreeze.com.

References

• EC Declaration Of Conformity – Active Era
• Pro Breeze | Free Delivery | Dehumidifiers, Air Cooling & Heaters

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