Pelonis PAD20C1AWT User manual
USER MANUAL
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Dehumidifier
DP&DL
Warning notices: Before
using this product, please
read this manual carefully
and keep it for future
reference.
The design and
specifications are subject to
change without prior notice
for product improvement.
Consult with your dealer or
manufacturer for details.
Rated voltage: 115V
Frequency: 60Hz
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Read This Manual
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your dehumidifier
properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time
and money over the life of your dehumidifier. You’ll find many answers to common
problems in the troubleshooting tips - you should be able to fix most of them quickly
before calling service. These instructions may not cover every possible condition of
use, so common sense and care for safety is required when installing, operating and
maintaining this product.
• Contact an authorized service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.
• The unit is not designed to be used by young children or people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities without supervision.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit.
• If the power cord needs to be replaced, please contact our consumer service or an
authorized technician.
• Electrical installation, if needed, must be performed in accordance to national
regulation standards by qualified personnel only.
Owner’s Manual
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CAUTION
Safety Precautions ............................................................................ 3
Unit Specifications and Features ................................................... 6
Operating Instructions ..................................................................... 7
Installation Instructions ................................................................... 13
Care and Cleaning ........................................................................... 14
Troubleshooting Tips ....................................................................... 15
Warranty ............................................................................................. 16
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Safety Precautions
CAUTION
WARNING
Safety
Precautions
To prevent injury to the user or personal and property damage, these instructions must
be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or
damage. The level of risk is shown by the following indications.
• Plug in power plug properly.
Otherwise, it may cause electric shock or fire due to excess heat generation.
• Do not modify power cord length or share the outlet with other appliances.
It may cause electric shock or fire due to overheating.
• Always ensure effective grounding.
Incorrect grounding may cause electric shock.
• Unplug the unit if strange sounds, smells, or smoke come from it.
A damaged product may cause fire and electric shock.
• Ventilate room before operating the unit if there is a gas leak from other appliances.
• Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power plug.
It may cause electric shock.
• Do not allow water to enter into electric parts.
It may cause failure or electric shock.
• Do not use the power outlet if it is loose or damaged.
It may cause fire and electric shock.
• Do not use or keep the power cord close to heating appliances or heat sources
such as fireplaces.
It may cause fire and electric shock.
• Do not disassemble or modify unit.
It may cause failure and electric shock.
• Do not damage or use an unspecified power cord.
It may cause fire and electric shock.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an
authorized service center or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid electrical risk.
• Do not use the unit near flammable gas or combustibles, such as gasoline,
benzene, thinner, etc.
It may cause fire.
• Before cleaning, turn off the power and unplug the unit.
• Do not remove the water bucket during operation, the bucket full protection may
be activated and risk electric shock.
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property.
WARNING
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CAUTION
• Do not use the unit in small spaces.
Lack of ventilation can cause overheating and fire.
• Do not use in places where water may splash onto the unit.
Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation. It may cause an electric
shock or fire.
• Place the unit on a level, sturdy section of the floor.
If the unit falls over, it may cause water to spill and damage belongings, or cause
electrical shock or fire.
• Never insert your finger or other foreign objects into grills or openings. Take
special care to warn children of these dangers.
It may cause failure or electric shock.
• Do not climb up on or sit on the unit.
You may be injured if you fall or if the unit falls over.
• Always insert the filters securely, and take caution to avoid injuries to hand and
fingers. Clean filter once every two weeks.
• If water enters the unit, turn the unit off and disconnect the power, contact a
qualified service technician.
• Do not place flower vases or other water containers on top of the unit.
Water may spill inside the unit, causing insulation failure and electrical shock or fire.
• If the unit is knocked over during use, turn off the unit and unplug it from the
main power supply immediately. Visually inspect the unit to ensure there is no
damage. If you suspect the unit has been damaged, contact customer service or
a qualified technician.
• In a thunderstorm, the power should be disconnected to the unit due to lightning.
• Do not run power cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs,
runners, or similar coverings. Do not route cord under furniture or appliances.
Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
Safety
Precautions
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Safety
Precautions
WARNING - For your safety
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
• Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor
plug. Do not remove any prongs from the power cord.
WARNING - Electrical Information
• The manufactures nameplate is located on the rear panel of the unit and
contains electrical and other technical data specific to this unit.
• Be sure the unit is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire hazards,
proper grounding is important. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong
grounding plug for protection against shock hazards.
• Your unit must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the wall
receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a
time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper
receptacle.
• Ensure the receptacle is accessible after the unit installation.
• To avoid the possibility of personal injury, always disconnect the unit from
power supply, before installing and/or servicing.
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Unit
Specifications
and Features
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Unit Specifications and Features
Product overview
NOTE
All the pictures in this manual are
for illustrative purposes only. The
actual shape of the dehumidifier you
purchased may be slightly different, but
its operations and functions are similar.
Accessories
Pump drain hose (1 pc)
(only for units with the drain pump feature)
Insert the power cord buckle into the unit.
Fig. 2
Power cord buckle (1 pc)
Control panel
Panel
Water level window
Water bucket
Water bucket
Handle(both sides)
Handle(both sides)
Air outlet grille
Air outlet grille
Continuous drain hose outlet
Power cord buckle(placed in the water bucket,used
only when storing the unit)
Pump drain hose outlet(some models without)
Caster
Power cord and plug
Control panel
Continuous drain hose outlet
Power cord buckle(placed in the water bucket), used
only when storing the unit)
Pump drain hose outlet(some models without)
Caster
Power cord and plug
Fig. 1
Air filter
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Operating Instructions
Operating
Instructions
Key Pad Features
Control Pads
NOTE
The appearance of the control panel on your unit may vary slightly. Functions will be similar.
CAUTION
Clean your unit occasionally to keep it looking new. Be sure to unplug the unit before
cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards.
When you push the button to change operation modes, the unit will make a beep
sound to indicate that it is changing modes.
(PUMP) Button
Press to activate the pump operation.
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NOTE
When CONTINUOUS mode function is
turned on, set humidity is automatic
and cannot be changed manually.
(TURBO) Button
Control the Turbo speed. Press to select
either Turbo or normal fan speed. Set
the Turbo control to high for maximum
moisture removal. When room humidity is
at your preferred level, it is advised to turn
off Turbo speed.
(TIMER) Button
Starts the Timer ON and Timer OFF
function setting.
Up/Down Buttons ( / )
• Humidity Set Control Buttons
The humidity level can be set within a
range of 35% RH (Relative Humidity)
to 85% RH (Relative Humidity) in 5%
increments.
For drier air, press the button and set
to a lower value (%).
For damper air, press the button and
set a higher value (%).
the unit and plug it back in. If error
persists, contact Customer Service.
ES - Tube Temperature sensor of the
evaporator error - Unplug the unit
and plug it back in. If error persists,
contact Customer Service.
P2 - Bucket is full or bucket is not in right
position - Empty the bucket and
replace it in the right position. (only
available for the unit with no pump
feature.)
Operating
Instructions
(COMFORT) Button
Press to activate the COMFORT
dehumidifying operation. The dehumidifier
will automatically set to a preset humidity
and fan level. To exit comfort mode, adjust
the humidity to desired level.
(FILTER) Button
This feature is a reminder to clean the Air
Filter for more efficient operation. The LED
(light) will flash after 250 hours of
operation. To reset after cleaning the filter,
press the Filter button and the light will go
off. The 250 hour counter will reset.
(Cont.) Button
Press to activate the continuous
dehumidifying operation.
NOTE
Make sure the pump drain hose is
installed into the unit and the
continuous drain hose is removed from
the unit before the pump operation is
activated. When the bucket is full, the
pump starts to work. Refer to the next
pages for removing the collected
water. Do not use this operation when
the outdoor temperature is equal to or
less than 0°C (32°F).
• TIMER Set Control Buttons
Use the and key buttons to set
the Timer ON or Timer OFF from 0 to
24 hours.
ION Button(on some models)
Press to activate the ionizer. Ions are
automatically generated by ionization.
The ions deactivate the airborne
chemical vapors and dust particles. Press
it again to stop the function.
(POWER) Button
Press to turn the dehumidifier on and off.
LED Display
Shows the set % humidity level from 35%
to 85% or auto start/stop time (0 ~ 24)
while setting, then shows the actual (+/- 5%
accuracy) room % humidity level in a range
of 30% RH (Relative Humidity) to 90% RH
(Relative Humidity).
Error Codes and Protection Code:
AS - Humidity sensor error - Unplug
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Bucket Full Light
Lights up when the bucket is ready to be
emptied.
Auto Shut Off
The dehumidifier shuts off when the bucket
is full, or when the bucket is removed or not
replaced in the proper position. When the
set point humidity level is reached, the unit
will be shut off automatically. The fan motor
will continue operating.
Auto Defrost
When frost builds up on the evaporator
coils, the compressor will cycle off
and Auto Defrost function will run
automatically.
3 minute compressor operation delay
protection
After the unit has stopped, it can not be
restarted in the first 3 minutes to protect
compressor operation. The unit will restart
automatically after 3 minutes.
Auto-Restart
If the unit stops unexpectedly due to a
power cut, it will restart with the previous
function setting automatically when the
power resumes.
Setting the Timer ON and Timer OFF
• Press or hold the and key buttons
to change the Timer by 0.5 hour
increments, up to 10 hours, then at
1 hour increments up to 24 hours.
The control will count down the time
remaining until start.
• The selected time will register
in 5 seconds and the system will
automatically revert back to display the
previous humidity setting.
•When the Timer ON and Timer
OFF times are set, within the same
program sequence, indicator lights
illuminate identifying both ON and
OFF times are now programmed.
• Turning the unit ON or OFF at any time
or adjusting the timer setting to 0.0 will
cancel the Timer function.
•When LED display window displays
the code of P2, the Auto Start/Stop
function will also be canceled.
NOTES
• When first using the dehumidifier,
operate the unit continuously 24
hours. Make sure the plastic cover
on the continuous drain hose outlet
install tightly and properly so there
are no leaks.
•This unit is designed to operate with
a working environment between
5°C/41°F and 32°C/90°F.
•Make sure the water bucket is
positioned correctly so that the unit
can operate properly. When the
water in the bucket reaches a certain
level, please be careful while moving
the unit to avoid it spill.
Operating
Instructions
Other Features
• When the unit is on, first press the
Timer button, the Timer OFF indicator
light illuminates. It indicates the Timer
OFF program is initiated. Press it again
the Timer ON indicator light
illuminates. It indicates the Timer ON is
initiated.
• When the unit is off, first press the
Timer button, the Timer ON indicator
light illuminates. It indicates the Timer
ON program is initiated.
P2 - Bucket is full - Empty the bucket.
(only available for the unit with
pump feature.)
Eb - Bucket is removed or not in right
position - Replace the bucket in the
right position. (only available for the
unit with pump feature.)
Press it again, the Timer OFF
indicator light illuminates. It indicates
the Timer OFF is initiated.
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Removing Collected Water
There are three ways to remove collected water:
1. Use the bucket
• When the unit is off, if the bucket is full, the Full
indicator light will light.
• When the unit is on, if the bucket is full, the
compressor and the fan turn off, and the Full
indicator light will light, the digital display shows
P2.
•Slowly pull out the bucket. Grip the left and right
handles securely, and carefully pull out straight so
water does not spill. Do not put the bucket on the
floor as because the bottom of the bucket is
uneven. Otherwise water may be spilled.
• Empty the water and reposition the bucket.
• The unit will restart operation when the bucket is
back in place.
1. Pull out the bucket.
2. Hold both sides of the
bucket evenly, and pull
it out from the unit.
3. Pour the water out.
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
NOTES
• When you remove the bucket, do not touch any
parts inside the unit. Doing so may damage the
product.
• Be sure to push the bucket gently all the way into
the unit.
•If the pump hose falls off when you remove the
bucket (see Fig. 7), you must reinstall the pump
hose properly to the unit before replacing the
bucket into the unit (see Fig. 8).
• When the unit is on, if the bucket is removed, the
compressor and the fan turn off, then the unit will
beep 8 times and the digital display shows Eb.
• When the unit is off, if the bucket is removed,
the unit will beep 8 times and the digital display
shows Eb.
Fig. 8
Fig. 7
Pump hose drops
Reinstall pump
hose properly
Operating
Instructions
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