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Product Code: COL1611
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READING AND STORING THE USER MANUAL
Before using this product, please read through this manual
carefully paying particular attention to the safety instructions.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury or damage to the
product.
Carefully save this instruction manual for future reference. Ensure the
user manual is included when passing the product on to any third
parties.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed.
Only use the product as described in this user manual. Any other use is
considered improper and may result in damage to property or persons.
The manufacturer or vendor cannot be held liable for damages or injury
incurred through improper or incorrect use.
• Read and familiarise yourself with all operating
instructions before using this Dehumidifier.
• Before using your unit into the mains, visually check that
the unit is intact and has not suffered any transit damage.
• Check that the voltage indicated on the data plate
corresponds with that of the local network before
connecting the appliance to the mains power supply.
• Always use this appliance on a solid, level, non-flammable
surface.
• The Dehumidifier shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• DO NOT immerse the Dehumidifier or its power cord in
water or any other liquids.
• DO NOT leave the Dehumidifier unattended during use.
• DO NOT leave the Dehumidifier unattended whilst
connected to a mains power supply.
• Avoid touching any moving parts within the appliance.
• DO NOT insert fingers, pencils or any other objects
through the guard.
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• DO NOT push objects into any openings as damage to the
product and/or electric shock may occur.
• 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.
• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
• Close supervision is required when using this Dehumidifier
near children.
• DO NOT leave this Dehumidifier within reach of children.
• It is imperative to unplug from mains supply after the
Dehumidifier has been used, before it is cleaned and
whilst being repaired.
• Unplug after each use.
• DO NOT operate this appliance if the power cord or plug
are damaged. Ensure that the power cord is not stretched
or exposed to sharp objects or edges.
• DO NOT operate this appliance after a malfunction or
after being dropped or damaged in any way.
• DO NOT allow the mains cable to hang over sharp edges
or come in contact with hot surfaces.
• DO NOT run the mains cable under carpets, rugs, etc.
• Individuals who operate or work in the refrigerant circuit
must have the appropriate certification issued by an
accredited organization that ensure competence in
handling refrigerants according to a specific evaluation
recognized by associations in the industry.
• Repairs must be performed on the recommendation from
the manufacturing company. Maintenance and repairs
that require the assistance of other qualified persons must
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be performed under the supervision of an individual
specified in the use of flammable refrigerants.
• This product is intended for household use only and
should not be used for industrial purposes.
• DO NOT connect the appliance to an electrical outlet
using an extension lead. If an outlet is not available, one
should be installed by a qualified electrician.
• DO NOT use the mains plug or external timer as a means
of switching the Dehumidifier on or off. Use the ON/OFF
button located on the control panel.
• Always place the unit on a dry and stable surface.
• The appliance should not be placed in a Bathroom or Wet
room.
• DO NOT position the Dehumidifier close to sources of
heat and/or ignition such as radiators, heaters, other
electronic equipment, etc.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should
be placed on the Dehumidifier.
• The appliance must be installed and used in a room with a
floor are larger than 4m².
• This appliance contains R290 refrigerant gas. For quantity
see rating label on rear of the unit.
• R290 refrigerant gas complies with the EU environmental
directives.
• Refrigerant gas may be odourless, if the appliance is used
or stored in an unventilated room, the room must be as
such to prevent stagnation of possible leaks of refrigerant
gas as there could be a danger of fire or explosion hazard
should the refrigerant come into contact with electric
heaters, stoves or other sources of ignition.
• The refrigerant system should not be perforated.
• The appliance must be stored in such a way as to prevent
mechanical failure.
• DO NOT use any accessories or attachments with this
product other than those supplied or recommended by
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the supplier.
• DO NOT use this product for anything other than its
intended use.
• The Dehumidifier must always be stored and transported
upright, otherwise irreparable damage be caused to the
compressor; if in doubt, wait at least 24 hours before
restarting the unit.
• Avoid restarting the Dehumidifier unless 3 minutes have
passed since being turned off. This prevents damage to
the compressor.
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Explanation of Symbols
The following warning symbols or words are used in this instruction manual:
Products labelled with UK Conformity Assessment identifies
products conforming to UK statutory requirements.
Products labelled with this symbol conform to applicable
provisions of the European Economic Area.
This symbol provides useful additional information on the
use of this product.
This symbol identifies that the supply uses an alternating
current mains supply.
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing
so help the environment. This symbol means waste electrical
products at the end of their useful life should not be disposed of
with normal household waste and not sent to landfill. Please
ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for disposal. Check with
your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice or visit
www.recycle-more.co.uk enter your postcode to find out your
nearest recycling site.
These symbols indicate the presence of flammable
materials, in this instance R290 Refrigerant Gas.
Before First Use of Your Dehumidifier
Remove all packing materials and discard responsibly.
Ensure all parts are present (if applicable) see Description of Parts below.
This Dehumidifier will not operate if the room temperature is ˂ 5°C, or ˃ 35 °C
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Description of Parts
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3
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1. Control Panel
2. Air Outlet
3. Handle(s)
4. Main Body
5. Water Tank (rear)
6. Castors
7. Air Filter
8. Continuous Drain Outlet
9. Mains Cable
10. Drain Hose
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Description of Parts – Control Panel
Installation
• Place the unit on a firm, level surface in an area with at least 20cm of free space
on all sides to allow for proper air circulation.
• Never install the unit where it could be subject to:
1. Heat sources such as radiators, stoves or other products that produce heat.
2. In an area where oil or water may be splashed.
3. Direct sunlight.
4. Mechanical vibration or shock.
5. Excessive dust.
6. Lack of ventilation, such as cabinet or bookcase.
7. An uneven surface.
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24
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11. Timer Button
12. Mode Button
13. Decrease Button
14. LED Display
15. Increase Button
16. Fan Speed Button
17. Power Button
18. Low Fan Speed Indicator
19. High Fan Speed Indicator
20. Tank Full Indicator
21. Laundry Mode Indicator
22. Dehumidify Indicator
23. Quiet Mode Indicator
24. Timer Indicator
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Using Your Dehumidifier
• Insert the mains plug into the nearest available
socket.
Power
• Press the Power Button (17) to power the unit up.
• The Dehumidifier will power up in Dehumidifier mode.
• The LED Display (14) will show the current humidity level.
• The Dehumidify Indicator (22) will illuminate, the Low Fan Speed Indicator (18)
will also illuminate as shown below:
• Press the Power Button (17) again to turn the unit off, the compressor will stop
immediately and the fan will shut down after a 30 second delay.
Selecting Modes
There are 3 modes to select from, press the Mode Button (12) to select from:
1. Dehumidify Mode
Press the Mode (12) button until the Dehumidify Indicator (22) illuminates.
Setting the Fan Speed
Press the Fan Speed Button (16) to select the high or low fan speeds which
will be shown by the High Fan Speed Indicator (19) or the Low Fan Speed
Indicator (18) whichever is selected.
Setting the Humidity Level
Press the Increase (15) or Decrease (13) buttons to set the desired
humidity level. The range of target humidity settings are Co, 30%, 35%, 40%,
45%, 50%, 55%, 60%, 65%, 70%, 75%, 80%, 85%, 90%, where ‘Co’ is Continuous
running of the dehumidifier.
The LED Display (14) will flash whilst showing the set humidity level, shortly
after setting the level the display will stop flashing and return to showing the
actual humidity level.
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Notes about the Dehumidifier
A. If the "Co" (Continuous) dehumidification is selected, the dehumidifier will
continue to run (compressor and fan) regardless of the humidity level.
B. If the humidity is higher than or equal to 3% of the set humidity, the compressor
and fan will run in dehumidify mode.
C. Once the humidity drops below 2% of the set humidity, the compressor will stop
dehumidifying and the fan will stop after 3 minutes.
2. Laundry Mode
Press the Mode (12) until button until the Laundry Mode Indicator (21)
illuminates. In this mode, the Dehumidifier will run continuously and the humidity
and fan speed setting cannot be adjusted.
3. Quiet Mode
Press the Mode (12) until button until the Quiet Mode Indicator (23)
illuminates. In this mode, the humidity level can be set but the fan speed setting
cannot be adjusted.
Using the Timer
• Press the Timer Button (11) to enter the timer mode.
• Press the Increase (15) or Decrease (13) buttons to set the desired
number of hours in 1 hour increments up to a maximum of 24 hours, the time
will be displayed on the LED Display (14).
• The set time on the LED Display (14) will show as “07” for 7 hours, etc.
• The Timer Indicator (24) above the Timer Button (11) will illuminate during the
set time period. After the set time period has ended, the Timer Indicator (24)
will go out.
If the Timer is set with the unit on, the Timer will turn the Dehumidifier off at
the end of the set time.
If the Timer is set with the unit in standby mode, (i.e. with the Dehumidifier
plugged in but not running), the Timer will turn the Dehumidifier on at the
end of the set time.
• To cancel the timer, press the Timer Button (11) until the LED Display (14)
returns to “00”.
Water Tank Full Alarm
1. When the Water Tank (5) is full, the Tank Full Indicator (20) will illuminate, the
Dehumidifier will stop running and the alarm will sound.
2. Press any button to stop the alarm. The compressor and fan will shut down and
all functions will pause until the Water Tank (5) has been emptied and replaced.
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Emptying the Water Tank (5)
1. Grasp the Water Tank (5) at the sides and pull the tank out:
2. Remove the tank lid and empty the
tank:
DO NOT remove the float from the tank otherwise the water sensor will operate
continuously and the dehumidifier will not operate.
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3. Replace the lid on the Water Tank (5) and then replace the tank into the
Dehumidifier ensuring that it is full pushed back into place:
Continuous Drainage
If preferred, continuous drainage can be used with the appliance rather than
emptying the Water Tank (5).
For this option:
1. Remove the Water Tank (5) as described
above.
2. Fit the Drain Hose (10) to the hose point on
the rear of the Main Body (4) as shown
right:
3. Replace the Water Tank (5) as shown
left – guiding the Drain Hose (10)
through the notch at the top of the
Water Tank (5).
4. Run the hose into a suitable drainage
point, ensuring that the hose is not
kinked or bent and leads down away
from the unit.
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Cleaning the Filter
Press the catch on the Filter (7)
downwards and remove the Filter.
Storage
Whilst not in use for long periods, please ensure that you:
1. Empty the water tank and wipe away any excess moisture from the tank and
body.
2. Clean the filter.
3. Place the appliance in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight.
Care and Use of Your Dehumidifier
• Always disconnect the Dehumidifier from the mains supply before cleaning.
• Do not remove the float from the water tank as this will prevent the unit from
starting.
• Clean the water tank with warm soapy water, do not use harsh abrasive
chemicals.
• Clean the body of the unit with a soft damp cloth.
• To clean the filter, remove from the body and use a vacuum cleaner to remove
any built up dust or lint.
• If the filter is badly soiled it can be washed in warm soapy water and a mild
detergent.
• Dry thoroughly before refitting to the unit.
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Technical Specification
Non-Rewireable Mains Plug
If your appliance is supplied with a non-rewireable plug fitted to the mains lead
and should the fuse needed replacing, you must use an ASTA approved one
(conforming to BS 1362 of the same rating). Never use a plug with the fuse cover
missing. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
If you need to remove the plug -DISCONNECT FROM THE MAINS- and then cut it
off the mains lead and immediately dispose of it safely. Never attempt to reuse
the plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a danger of electric shock.
Product Code
COL1611
Rated Voltage
220-240V~
Rated Frequency
50Hz
Rated Current
1.6A
Rated Input Power
280W
Rated Dehumidifying Capacity
12L/Day (30°C, 80%RH)
Water Tank Capacity
2L
Maximum Refrigerant Charge
R290/46g
Operating Temperature Range
5°C – 35°C
Net Weight
10.26kg
Permissible Excessive Operating Pressure
Discharge 2.0MPa
Suction 0.9MPa
Maximum Allowable Pressure
Discharge 2.6MPa
Suction 1.0MPa
Dimensions (Approx.)
282mm (w)x204mm (d)x430mm (h)
IP Rating
IPX0
Protection Class
I (This Appliance must be Earthed)
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Recycling Information
Disposal of the Packaging
Dispose of paper and cardboard in appropriate paper re-cycling facilities.
Dispose of plastics in the appropriate plastics collection service.
Dispose of non-recyclable plastics in the appropriate plastics collection service.
Disposal of the Product
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing so
help the environment. This symbol means waste electrical products
at the end of their useful life should not be disposed of with normal
household waste and not sent to landfill. Please ensure it is taken to
a suitable facility for disposal. Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice or visit www.recycle-more.co.uk enter
your postcode to find out your nearest recycling site.
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Trouble Shooting Guide
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
Not working
No power
Ensure that the mains plug is
inserted into a socket and that it
is switched on.
Water Full Indicator is
illuminated.
Empty the water tank
Room temperature is ˂ 5°C,
or ˃ 35 °C
The unit will not operate below
5°C or above 35°C.
Unit not
performing
well
Is the air filter clogged?
Clean the air filter.
Is the air intake obstructed?
Remove the obstruction from
the air intake.
No air intake
Is the filter clogged?
Clean the air filter.
Noisy when
running
Ensure the unit is on a level
surface.
Place the unit on a solid, level
surface.
Is the filter clogged?
Clean the air filter.
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Coil sensor short circuit or
open circuit.
Change the sensor/contact
customer services.
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WARRANTY
Thank you for purchasing your Daewoo product.
As part of our commitment to quality, we are offering you an extra 2 years warranty in
addition to your 1 year guarantee
Your Daewoo product is guaranteed for 1 year from the date of original purchase, with proof
of purchase or receipt. If any defect should occur due to faulty workmanship or material, your
faulty product should be returned to the place of purchase, replacement or refund is at the
discretion of the retailer.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
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The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the
requirements contained in the instruction manual.
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The product must be used solely for domestic purposes.
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It does not cover general wear and tear, damage, misuse or any consumable parts.
•
The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is re-sold or has been damaged through
inexpert repair.
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The guarantee is only valid within the UK and Eire.
Your standard 1 year guarantee will only be extended to the maximum available for your
individual product upon registration. (Note: products must be registered individually and
covers the main body and housing). If you do not register your product within 28 days of the
original purchase date, your product will only be guaranteed for 1 year.
To validate your extended 2 year warranty*please register your purchase online within 28
days of the original purchase date by registering at:
https://help.daewooelectricals.com
or
Contact Us (daewooelectricals.com)
*Your extended warranty is only valid with proof of purchase receipt and subject to the
conditions outlined above.
Daewoo is a registered trademark.
Produced and imported under licence by
Eurosonic Group Limited
Brightgate House
1 Brightgate Way
Manchester M32 0TB UK
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