DeLonghi DE120 User Manual

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Air always contains a certain amount of water in the air in the form of water vapour.
This amount of moisture is commonly known as the humidity.
The capacity of the air to hold water vapour increases with the temperature. This is why in our
homes, as soon as the temperature decreases, the vapour contained in the air condenses, as
is evident on the colder surfaces in the room, such as the windows, walls etc.
The purpose of a dehumidifier is to remove the excess moisture from the air, to control
condensation within the home.
Experts have established that the optimum environmental conditions for our well being and
preserve objects are obtained between 40% and 60% relative humidity. Below these levels the
air can feel too dry and may cause skin complaints and even static electric shocks.
If temperatures in the home are lower than 10°C for prolonged periods low level heating will
be necessary to allow the condensate to evaporate into the air before dehumidification can
take place. The air will however be slightly warmed by the dehumidifier as the dry air leaving
the dehumidifier is about 1°C higher than normal room temperature.
Brief notes on humidity
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DeLonghi DE120 Specifications

General

Moisture Removal Rate	12 liters/day
Refrigerant	R134a
Power Consumption	220W
Noise Level	48 dB
Operating Temperature Range	5°C to 35°C

Summary

Brief notes on humidity

Description/Accessories

Important

Technical assistance

Guidance on seeking technical support from authorized service centers.

Electrical connections

Requirements and precautions for connecting the appliance to power.

Installation

Draining into the tank

How to drain condensate directly into the internal collection tank.

Continuous external draining

Steps for setting up continuous drainage using an external hose.

Description of controls

Tank control system or Full (certain models only)

Explains the function of the tank full/missing indicator light.

Selecting operating modes

How to dehumidify

Step-by-step guide to setting the dehumidifier for dehumidifying.

How to ventilate

Instructions for operating the appliance in ventilation mode.

Cleaning/Warnings

Maintenance and Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning and maintaining the dehumidifier components.

Storage and Special Filters

Guidelines for long-term storage and information on special filters.

Troubleshooting

Technical Characteristics