Dimplex DPRC40U, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Portable Air Conditioner Model DPRC40U For domestic household use only INSTRUCTION MANUAL 15429_Dimplex DPRC40U Manual indd 1 15429_Dimplex DPRC40U Manual indd 1 9 09 20 6 40 PM 9 09 20 6 40 PM ...

Page 2: ...Do not place on soft unstable or non horizontal angled surfaces Never operate the appliance if a cable or connector has been damaged after appliance malfunction or if the appliance was dropped or is otherwise damaged Please ask a professional service agent to repair the product Improper repair may cause danger to users Disconnect the appliance from mains power whenever it is not in use before relo...

Page 3: ...ays switch off the unit and take the plug out of the socket If you are not using the unit Before you clean or carry out maintenance on the unit If a fault occurs In the event of an electrical storm Avoid electromagnetic interference Keep the unit at least 1 metre away from electrical appliances such as televisions radios The air conditioner must always be stored and transported upright In case of ...

Page 4: ...escription the description on label shall prevail Compliance with national gas regulations shall be observed Keep ventilation openings clear of obstruction The appliance shall be stored so as to prevent mechanical damage from occurring A warning that the appliance shall be stored in a well ventilated area where the room size corresponds to the room area as specified for operation Any person who is...

Page 5: ...all be checked with an appropriate refrigerant detector prior to and during work to ensure the technician is aware of potentially flammable atmospheres Ensure that the leak detection equipment being used is suitable for use with flammable refrigerants i e non sparking adequately sealed or intrinsically safe Presence of fire extinguisher If any hot work is to be conducted on the refrigeration equip...

Page 6: ... adequate temporary solution shall be used This shall be reported to the owner of the equipment so all parties are advised Initial safety checks shall include That capacitors are discharged this shall be done in a safe manner to avoid possibility of sparking That there no live electrical components and wiring are exposed while charging recovering or purging the system That there is continuity of e...

Page 7: ... suitable for use with most refrigerants but the use of detergents containing chlorine shall be avoided as the chlorine may react with the refrigerant and corrode the copper pipe work If a leak is suspected all naked flames shall be removed extinguished If a leakage of refrigerant is found which requires brazing all of the refrigerant shall be recovered from the system or isolated by means of shut...

Page 8: ... system electrically c Before attempting the procedure ensure that Mechanical handling equipment is available if required for handling refrigerant cylinders All personal protective equipment is available and being used correctly The recovery process is supervised at all times by a competent person Recovery equipment and cylinders conform to the appropriate standards d Pump down refrigerant system ...

Page 9: ...les shall be available and in good working order Hoses shall be complete with leak free disconnect couplings and in good condition Before using the recovery machine check that it is in satisfactory working order has been properly maintained and that any associated electrical components are sealed to prevent ignition in the event of a refrigerant release Consult manufacturer if in doubt The recover...

Page 10: ...0mm Weight net 31kg Features High Capacity in a compact size with cooling heating dehumidifying and ventilating function Temperature setting and display LED Digital display Electronic control with built in timer sleep mode Self evaporating system for better efficient Auto shut off when tank full Automatic restart in the event of power outage Auto defrosting function at low ambient temperatures Rem...

Page 11: ...nit from the foam base 5 Remove the hot air outlet to take out exhaust hose and upper lower hose adapters 7 Upside drain hole 8 Cool air inlet 9 Cool air filter 10 Hot air inlet 11 Hot air filter 12 Downside drain hole CONTENTS 1 Portable air conditioner unit 1 pc 2 Remote control 1 pc 3 A type window kit 2 pcs 4 Upper Lower hose adapters 1 pc of each 5 Joint tube 1 pc 6 Exhaust hose 1 pc 7 Batter...

Page 12: ...from the unit 2 Follow the arrow direction of picture 2 to rotate the exhaust hose and fix the exhaust hose firmly on the unit HEATING MODE PREPARATION To use the heating function please follow below steps Remove and reverse the hot and cold air outlet and re install the air outlets as picture 03 Then turn on the unit and switch to Heating mode 1 2 15429_Dimplex DPRC40U Manual indd 12 15429_Dimple...

Page 13: ... The indicator lights on The indicator lights in blue If the compressor shuts down the indicator blinks The display shows setting temperature on screen b DEHUMIDIFYING mode The indicator lights on The indicator lights in green If the compressor shuts down the indicator blinks The display shows dH on screen c HEATING mode The indicator lights on The indicator lights in red If the compressor shuts d...

Page 14: ...speed changes from Low F1 Mid F2 High F3 Auto AU b Rotate the dial in counter clockwise direction the speed changes backwards from Auto AU High F3 Mid F2 Low F1 c In COOLING mode fan speeds are available from Low Mid and High to Auto while the display shows F1 F2 F3 and AU on screen d Default fan speed is in medium speed F2 TIMER Auto On Auto Off setting key a Press the key to activate the timer t...

Page 15: ...esired time 4 Each press of the TIMER key the value on display increase from 00 01 to 24 and back to 00 again 5 Set the Auto Off timer a Press the key to preset the Auto Off timer and the display flashes the setting time on screen After setting up the display returns to show the operating mode after 5 seconds b Press the key before the preset time to cancel the Auto Off timer and the unit will be ...

Page 16: ... switched Protection 1 Compressor Protection The compressor keeps off for 3 minutes or above before restarting 2 Defrost Protection a The display shows dF on screen b The unit defrosts when the internal temperature is too low until the internal temperature resumes The display resume to show the functions 3 The display shows E1 if the indoor T round thermistor malfunctions with all the indicators l...

Page 17: ...R Hourly programming 4 AUTO Automatic fan speed 5 HI High fan speed 6 MID Medium fan speed 7 LOW Low fan speed 8 SLEEP Night operation selector 9 TEMP Temperature selector 15429_Dimplex DPRC40U Manual indd 17 15429_Dimplex DPRC40U Manual indd 17 9 09 20 6 40 PM 9 09 20 6 40 PM ...

Page 18: ...t Important Messages POWER SUPPLY 1 Confirm to connect to the correct power 2 Insert the plug into the outlet firmly to prevent from electricity leakage 3 Never pull power cable by force or the cable may be damaged PLACE FOR USE 1 Please place the unit in a wide and ventilated place ensuring a smooth exhaustion 2 Never place the unit in water or wet place to avoid the danger of electricity leakage...

Page 19: ...refrigeration system which involves exposing any pipe work that contains or has contained flammable refrigerant shall use any sources of ignition in such a manner that it may lead to the risk of fire or explosion All possible ignition sources including cigarette smoking should be kept sufficiently far away from the site of installation repairing removing and disposal during which flammable refrige...

Page 20: ... operation an adequate temporary solution shall be used This shall be reported to the owner of the equipment so all parties are advised Initial safety checks shall include That capacitors are discharged this shall be done in a safe manner to avoid possibility of sparking That there no live electrical components and wiring are exposed while charging recovering or purging the system That there is co...

Page 21: ...e used in the searching for or detection of refrigerant leaks A halide torch or any other detector using a naked flame shall not be used 6 Leak detection methods The following leak detection methods are deemed acceptable for systems containing flammable refrigerants Electronic leak detectors shall be used to detect flammable refrigerants but the sensitivity may not be adequate or may need re calib...

Page 22: ...any ignition sources and there is ventilation available 8 Charging procedures In addition to conventional charging procedures the following requirements shall be followed Ensure that contamination of different refrigerants does not occur when using charging equipment Hoses or lines shall be as short as possible to minimise the amount of refrigerant contained in them Cylinders shall be kept upright...

Page 23: ...nt shall be labelled stating that it has been de commissioned and emptied of refrigerant The label shall be dated and signed Ensure that there are labels on the equipment stating the equipment contains flammable refrigerant 11 Recovery When removing refrigerant from a system either for servicing or decommissioning it is recommended good practice that all refrigerants are removed safely When transf...

Page 24: ...ant does not remain within the lubricant The evacuation process shall be carried out prior to returning the compressor to the suppliers Only electric heating to the compressor body shall be employed to accelerate this process When oil is drained from a system it shall be carried out safely Fuse parameters of the machine Type 5ET or SMT Voltage 250V Current 3 15 A Error Codes Code Cause of Problem ...

Page 25: ... NZ Maintenance PLEASE DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD BEFORE CLEANING Air Filters The air filters located at the left hand side of the unit Simply removed by pulling the frame out through the arrow s direction Condenser Evaporator Use a vacuum cleaner with brush Plastic Case Wipe with a damp cloth and polish with a soft cloth 15429_Dimplex DPRC40U Manual indd 25 15429_Dimplex DPRC40U Manual indd 25 9 0...

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Page 27: ...nd 2013 New Zealand Ph 0800 666 2824 Warranty Recycling Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste Use separate collection facilities Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems available If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps hazardous substances can leak into the ground water polluting the food chain and damaging...

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