USER MANUAL 6000_UK (Page 1
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1. the removable water container If en rooms switch the machine off at the wall and let it stand for 15 minutes g the handle at the rear of the unit f for a long period of time or transported a long distance then the internal lowing the procedure below he wall and let it stand for 15 minutes r removal 3 Replace the drainage bung securely back into place If your Powerpac fails to operate Display does not Check illuminate 1 The unit is switched on at the mains If necessary test the socket by plugging in another appliance 2 Check the fuse in the plug and if necessary replace with another 5 amp fuse If you continue to have problems please see Requesting Service Blue raindrops and fan lit but the unit does not collect water Check 1 The water container may be full empty the container 2 The water container may not be fitted correctly replace container and ensure it is fully down 3 The unit may be in standby mode check the settings If you continue to have problems please see Requesting Service Reduced water extraction Check 1 The filter may be blocked remove clean and refit 2 The unit will extract less water when excess moisture has been controlled This is normal 3 The rear of the unit may have been placed too close to a wall or in front of curtains which restrict air flow into the rear of the machine 4 The dehumidifier may have been positioned near to a heat s2. to maximize water extraction after this time the unit returns to its previous settings Fan The Powerpac has been specifically designed to perform well with the fan set to the quiet setting However you may wish to increase the performance by setting the fan to the highest setting if required Bucket Full Indicator When the container is full a red light on the control panel will be lit continuously and water collection will cease The water container can be removed by lifting from the top of the unit and emptied Replace the container ensuring it is fully in position or the red light will stay illuminated and the unit will not restart Note the container can be emptied at any time The unit will switch off automatically when the container is removed Air filter removal and cleaning The Powerpac has a filter to remove dust from the air and also protect the unit This requires cleaning and we recommend that the filter be inspected and cleaned every 4 weeks Failure to do so will reduce the efficiency of your Powerpac Remove the filter by lifting the filter door release catch the filter door will then open giving access to the filter material Clean the dust from the filter material by using a vacuum cleaner on a low power Setting or replace the filter material Refit the filter material and close the filter door ensuring the catch locks into position Water filter removal and cleaning The Powerpac has a
3. MEbac DEHUMIDIFIERS MEbac DEHUMIDIFIERS Ebac Limited St Helen Trading Estate Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 9AL S United Kingdom O W e f D q Tel 0845 6349899 GB Fax 44 0 1388 609845 www ebac com Where you see this symbol on any of our electrical products or packaging it indicates that the relevant electrical products should not be disposed of as general household waste in Europe To ensure the correct waste treatment of the product please dispose of it in accordance with any applicable local laws or requirements for disposal of electrical and electronic equipment In so doing you will help to conserve natural resources and improve standards of environmental protection in treatment and disposal of electrical waste SN EZ T iN Made in Great Britain Part No DFLOO1 Issue 3 GB Introduction The first time you plug in your new Ebac dehumidifier you ll begin to realise the difference it will make to your home You ll be amazed at just how much water this quiet yet powerful unit extracts and stores in its container It ll get you hinking where it all comes from and where it s been going all those years Incredibly the average family produces 20 pints 12 itres of moisture a day However that s one fact you needn t worry about now Your Ebac dehumidifier is designed to cope with everything you do that adds even more moisture to the British climate Everything from show
4. Smart for normal daily operation There may be times when Boost may be needed e g if conditions have worsened due to exceptional weather or where moisture generation in the home increases substantially such as when drying laundry in doors Smart Control will normally adjust to these changes however you may wish to select Boost to speed up the process Setting the controls 4 To increase the amount of water extraction the fan speed can be set to high using the fan button Note A pump within this dehumidifier will prime itself when water is pumped for the first time after an hour or so this will create a buzz for a few seconds Subsequent operation of the pump will be inaudible Max The Max setting should be used if signs of excess moisture are visible and is shown by 3 raindrops lit solidly on the control panel this is the default mode for the unit To access this mode from Smart mode press the Max button Smart The Smart Control System is shown on the control panel by raindrops lighting in sequence and should be used when signs of excess moisture are no longer visible Smart mode will automatically determine the optimum on off times to work at maximum effectiveness If signs of excess moisture re appear and your Powerpac does not appear to be controlling them the Boost feature can be used Boost The Boost control will override the fan speed setting and sets the unit into Max setting for 2 4 or 8 hours
5. deto n D operate in fe j 5 3 blue droplets max or boost in operation S A 3 alternating blue droplets time selected for max boost mode F 6 Orange circle indicates water container full A Red semi circle upper flashing Indicates internal pump fault F y Clean water filter Check water container is fully in place Red semi circle lower flashing Contact your retailer or Ebac Y FAN customer service department A x A A 7 Illuminated number shows selected boost time in hours o g 8 Fan illumination indicates fan operating Setting the controls Your Powerpac is fitted with a unique patented intelligent control system which learns about your home and the weather conditions the unit will then automatically decide when it needs to operate 1 Stand your Powerpac upright for at least 2 hours 2 Ensure there is at least 40mm clearance between the back of the unit and any wall 3 Plug in and switch on at the socket The unit will default to the following settings Mode Max Fan Speed Slow Extraction 3 Raindrops will be lit solidly The unit will run constantly irrespective of the humidity We recommend the unit be set to MAX default setting when using the dehumidifier for the first time until signs of excess moisture such as condensation on windows are reduced this usually takes between 2 and 4 weeks but can take up to 8 weeks in extreme conditions The unit should then be set to
6. ering to washing up boiling a kettle to breathing they all add moisture to the air This brochure will help you get the very best out of your Ebac and not only protect your home from the damaging effects of condensation and damp but also improve the quality of your air It s surprising what an Ebac can do for your home There s a lot more to your Ebac dehumidifier than preventing damp and condensation damage It could actually improve your health Damp conditions provide the ideal breeding ground for dust mites So if you suffer from an allergy or asthma aggravated by dust mites lower humidity levels may help Also sufferers of arthritis bronchitis and rheumatism may also find relief from drier warmer air Economy wise your Ebac dehumidifier costs typically 4p an hour to run It can even lower your heating bills as warm air is channelled back into the atmosphere to raise temperatures by up to 3 C Electricity prices vary dependant on supplier SN LA T aN Made in Great Britain Your Ebac dehumidifier has been specifically designed to cope with Britain s unique and unsettled climate by Europe s No 1 manufacturer of dehumidifiers Important Your Ebac Powerpac is packed in a plastic wrapping please ensure that it is disposed of safely and where it will not be a danger to children Getting the most from your Powerpac Dehumidifier Ensure it is always connected to the mains Allow at
7. least 40mm 1 5 clearance between the back of the unit and the wall Ensure internal doors are kept ajar where possible to aid moisture transfer Poy SS Ensure external doors and windows are kept closed as much as possible This also prevents the wastage of heat from your home 5 Clean the filter at regular intervals monthly is recommended Positioning your Powerpac e Moisture migrates around a home eventually condensing on the coldest surface If the coldest surface is a window it will become coated in condensation e Cold walls may be affected by dampness and mould spots Slightly cooler areas of the house such as the hallway or landing are excellent places to position your dehumidifier e If possible leave interior doors partly open e If an area is particularly badly affected the dehumidifier can be placed in that room to concentrate the effect DO NOT place next to a radiator or other heat source as this will reduce the performance the ecommended distance from these is two metres Also do not place the unit in front of curtains or fabric which may be sucked onto the rear of the unit and educe the airflow CONTROL PANEL 6 2 1 Fan changes the speed of the fan 2 Max selects the maximum operation or standby mode K MAX 3 Boost enables the unit to run continuously for 2 4 or 6 hours before returning to Smart mode ia 4 Smart selects smart mode the most energy efficient mo
8. ource i e a radiator re position 5 The drain filter may be blocked remove clean and refit If you continue to have problems please see Requesting service Dehumidifier col Check 1 Outside tempe ects water but is not preventing condensation atures may have dropped suddenly The dehumidifier may take a few days to get the problem back under control If your Powerpac fails to operate Red Water container light remains on all the time and the dehumidifier is not running Normal when the container is full Check 1 Ensure the water container is empty 2 The float in the water container is free to move up and down the float will move when the container is turned over 3 replace water container ensuring it is fully down 4 The red light should now be out If you continue to have problems please see Requesting Service The upper red light flashes and the dehumidifier is not running Check 1 The drain filter may be blocked remove clean and refit Ensure bucket is fullt pushed down switch machine off wait 10 seconds and switch on again If you continue to have problems please see Requesting Service Technical and safety information e Appliance is suitable for indoor use only excluding laundry rooms e Do not use the unit if the power cord is damaged e If the flexible power cord is damaged it must be replaced by an identical cord which is available from Ebac Ltd o
9. r an Ebac authorised distributor e Do not poke objects into any grilles on the machine e This machine complies with EMC RFI directive EN60555 e Ebac has a policy of constant development and therefore reserves the right to change specification without prior notice Requesting service Before requesting a service call please read the section If your Powerpac fails to operate correctly and follow any advice this offers If after following this advice you still experience problems please obtain the following information then contact our customer service department on 01388 602751 UK only 1 Model and serial numbers located on a rating label on the front face inside of the water container housing 2 Your Name Address Postcode and Telephone Number 3 Where your dehumidifier was purchased 4 Date of purchase 5 If applicable any valid guarantee extension In other countries please contact your national distributor or retailer For service or further information please contact your local Ebac office detailed below or contact your retailer Ebac Limited St Helen Trading Estate Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 9AL United Kingdom Tel 0845 6349899 GB Fax 44 0 1388 609845 www ebac com
10. water filter to collect any build up of particles in the drain tray and to protect the pump from damage this should be cleaned The water filter which is located at the rear of the unit below the air filter can be removed by hand or by using a small tool e g a screwdriver This removal should take place over a suitable container as up to 100ml of water may be released The filter can then be rinsed in clean water before being pushed back into place to avoid any water leakage Automatic defrost system When your room temperature is below 18 c the condensed water freezes Any accumulation of ice is cleared periodically Your Powerpac incorporates a Defrost System which selects the correct defrost mode for your home This maximizes efficiency of the unit at temperatures between 5C 41F and 35 95 F Caring for your Powerpac The unit has an internal reservoir which contains up to 100ml of water If the unit is to be moved between rooms take care to carry the unit level or empty the water by removing the water filter see page 7 e Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean your Powerpac Caring for your Powerpac Note The unit has an interna the unit is to be moved betwe Unplug and carry upright usin If the unit is to be switched of reservoir can be drained by fo 1 Switch the machi 2 See illus ne off att tration fo water filt reservoir which is periodically emptied into
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