DeLonghi FX160ECO Portable Air Conditioner User Manual

Important Safe-guards

• This appliance has been manufactured to cool and de-humidify domestic environments and should not be used for other purposes.
• It is dangerous to alter or modify the unit's characteristics in any way.
• The appliance must be installed in conformity with the relevant national legislation.
• Should repairs be necessary, contact the nearest authorised Repair Service Centre. Unauthorised servicing can be dangerous.
• This appliance is to be used by adults only; keep children away from it.
• The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Always ground the appliance. Have the electrical system checked by a qualified electrician.
• Avoid using extension leads with the unit.
• Before cleaning or maintenance operations, always unplug the unit from the socket.
• Do not pull on or place strain on the power cable when moving the appliance.
• The appliance should not be installed where the atmosphere may contain combustible gases, oil or sulphur, or near heat sources.
• If the appliance is utilised in areas where there is no ventilation of air, it is necessary to take precautions to avoid that the refrigerant gases that may leak from the appliance do not remain in the room, thereby causing a fire hazard.
• Do not rest hot or heavy objects onto the appliance.
• Clean the anti-bacterial filters at least once a week.
• Avoid using heaters near the unit.
• The unit should be transported in a vertical position. If this is not possible secure the unit at an angle, do not lie horizontally. Before transporting the unit drain the condensation collecting tray and tank. Wait at least 1 hour before switching on the unit.
• The packaging materials can be recycled. You are therefore recommended to place them in the special containers for differentiated waste collection.
• Keep the unit at least 50 cm away from inflammable substances (alcohol etc) or pressurised containers (e.g. aerosol cans).
• The appliance must be used only as indicated in this manual. These instructions are not intended to cover as many as possible conditions and situations which may arise. As with all household appliances, installation, operation and conservation should be carried out prudently and following common sense.
• In the case that the power cable becomes damaged, this must be substituted only by specialised personnel authorised by the manufacturer.
• Do not cover this appliance with bags when it is not in use.
• Unventilated areas where the appliance using flammable refrigerants is installed shall be so constructed that any leaked refrigerants will not stagnate so as to cause a fire or an explosion hazard caused by igniting stagnant refrigerants from other sources such as electric heaters, stoves, and similar home applications.
• This appliance contains substances which, if released into the atmosphere, would damage the ozone layer. Care should therefore be taken not to perforate the refrigerant circuit. At the end of its working life, deliver the air conditioning unit to a special collection centre.

How does your pinguino work

During the summer, optimum comfort is achieved with a temperature of between 24 and 27°C (75 and 80°F) and about 50% relative humidity.

An air conditioner removes moisture and heat from the room where it is located. One advantage of portable air conditioning units over fitted models is that they can be moved from one room to another in the home or even transferred between different buildings.

The hot air in your room is passed through a coil cooled by refrigerant gas, losing excess heat and moisture before being discharged again into the room.

In single unit models (Pinguino), a small part of this air is used to cool the refrigerant gas before hot and moist air is being discharged outside.

In suitcase models (Super-Pinguino), the circuit is cooled using the air outside.

An illustration of a penguin standing on ice, representing the 'Pinguino' unit.

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Description of the appliance

DESCRIPTION MODEL FX160ECO

• 1) Air discharge grill
• 2) Control Panel
• 3) Wheels
• 4) Handles
• 5) Housing for air exhaust hose
• 6) Cord winder
• 7) Air intake grill
• 8) Rating plate
• 9) Water collection tank
• 10) Water drain tube
• 11) Stopper for drain tube
• 12) Power cord

Description of the Accessories

• 13) Stopper and flange
• 14) Air exhaust hose
• 15) Air exhaust attachment
• 16) Suckers
• 17) Wheel locks
• 18) Adjustable bracket
• 19) Discharge tube

Setting up

When positioning the appliance, always ensure that nothing obstructs the intake and discharge of air.

AIR CONDITIONING WITHOUT PERMANENT INSTALLATION

Only a few simple steps are necessary to obtain the comfort offered by Pinguino.

• Fit the air exhaust hose (14) in its housing (5) at the rear of the appliance as shown in figure 1.
• Figure 1 shows the air exhaust hose being fitted into the housing at the rear of the appliance.
• Fit the window discharge attachment (15) to the end of the hose (14).
• Place the air-conditioning unit at a window or French window.
• Open the window a little and position the attachment (15) as shown in figure 2.
• Figure 2 shows the window discharge attachment positioned in an open window.
• If you have a double window, use the suckers (16) supplied to keep the panes from opening wide (figure 3).
• Figure 3 illustrates the use of suckers to secure double window panes.
• Pinguino is equipped with an adjustable window bracket. If you have a sash window, place the bracket on the window sill, extend the bracket fully within the window frame and lower the window onto the bracket. Insert the nozzle of the exhaust hose into the slot, then connect the hose to the air conditioner (Fig. 4). Thanks to the wing nut, it's possible to use the window bracket also for sliding windows. Position the hole of the bracket so to allow a correct installation of the exhaust hose.
• Figure 4 shows the appliance connected via an exhaust hose to a window bracket installed in a sash window.

AIR CONDITIONING WITH SEMI-PERMANENT INSTALLATION

If desired, Pinguino can also be installed on a semi-permanent basis.

• Fit the flange (13) supplied to the hole.
• Fix the hose (14) in the housing at the rear of the appliance (fig 1).
• Fit the end of the hose to the flange (15) as shown in fig. 5.
• Figure 5 illustrates the semi-permanent installation setup with a hole drilled in a wall or window pane, showing height and dimension limits.

In this case it will be necessary to drill a hole in a perimeter wall or in a window pane. Observe the height limits (fig. 6) and the dimensions of the hole given in fig.5.

Figure 6 shows the height limits for drilling a hole (MAX 115 cm / 45.3 inches, MIN 50 cm / 19.7 inches) and the hole diameter (Ø 106 mm / 41.8 inches), indicating placement in a window pane, window frame base, or insulated wall.

When the hose (14) is not connected, the hole can be closed off with the flange stopper (12).

N.B. When operating the appliance with semi-permanent installation, it is advisable to leave a door slightly ajar, even only 1cm (0.4"), to ensure free circulation of air.

DEHUMIDIFICATION

Position the appliance in the room without inserting the air exhaust hose (14); this ensures that the dehumidified air will be released directly into the atmosphere.

The air emitted through the front grill will be cold while the air from the rear will be warm (fig. 7) thus ensuring that the room is dehumidified without variation in temperature.

Description of the control panel

THE DISPLAY

• A. ON/OFF Button
• B. Function Button (Air-conditioning, dehumidifying, ventilation)
• C. Air-conditioning indicator
• D. Dehumidifying indicator
• E. Purification indicator
• F. Increase temperature button / increase operating time button
• G. Decrease temperature button / Decrease operating time button
• H. Display (Displays the temperature selected, time programmed)
• I. Timer button
• L. Timer operation indicator
• M/N/O/P. Fan speed indicator
• Q. Fan speed button

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Before plugging in, check that:

• The mains supply corresponds to the value shown in the specifications table.
• The socket and the mains lead correspond to the power requirements of the appliance.
• The socket is suited to the plug, otherwise have the socket replaced.
• The socket is properly grounded. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damages due to failure in following normal safety procedures.

Replacement of the power cable must be carried out by qualified personnel.

Operation

SWITCHING THE APPLIANCE ON

Connect the appliance to the mains supply. On the display, two lines will appear indicating Stand-by mode.

Press the ON/OFF button (A) and then the MODE button until the relevant function indicator appears viz.:

• Indicator C: ★ (air-conditioning)
• Indicator D: ☑ (dehumidifying)
• Indicator E: ☒ (purification/ventilation)

AIR-CONDITIONING FUNCTION

This function is ideal in hot, humid weather conditions when the atmosphere requires to be cooled and dehumidified.

To ensure proper function of the appliance, after selecting the air-conditioning function, press buttons + (F) or – (G) until the desired temperature appears on the display. The temperatures most suited to the atmosphere in summer vary between 24 and 27°C (75 and 80°F). We do not advise selection of temperatures much lower than those outside.

Select fan speed by pressing the “FAN” button (Q) until the fan speed indicator appears:

• MAX (P): for maximum power to reach the desired temperature quickly.
• MIN (O): to reduce noise level while maintaining comfort.
• SILENT (N): for minimum noise.
• AUTO (M): the appliance selects the fan speed for the temperature selected on the display panel.

Display indicators for fan speed: '--' for Silent, 'Min' for Min speed, 'Max' for Max speed.

25 (display shows selected temperature)

DEHUMIDIFYING FUNCTION

This function is ideal for reducing humidity in the atmosphere while avoiding increases or decreases in temperature (in between seasons, damp places, wet spells of weather).

When you select the dehumidifying function, the letters "dh" will appear on the display.

The water is collected in the tank at the rear of the appliance. When the tank is full, the appliance will stop working and the display will show the letters "FE" (Full Tank); the tank must then be emptied. When it is re-inserted, the appliance will re-start automatically. N.B. remove the air exhaust hose (13).

Display indicators for dehumidifying function: 'dh' and 'FE' (Full Tank).

Operation (Continued)

VENTILATION/PURIFICATION

This is ideal for dusty or polluted areas; the appliance recycles and purifies the air using dust filters and 3M Filtrete™ electrostatic filters fitted. Adjust the fan speed by pressing the "FAN" (Q) button. Bear in mind that the higher the speed, the greater the volume of air filtered; selecting the "Silent" speed filters less air but reduces noise level. "AUTO" function cannot be selected in this mode. The display will show the fan speed selected.

Display indicators for fan speed: 'Silent' speed, 'Min' speed, 'Max' speed.

PROGRAMMING THE TIMER

The timer programs the appliance to switch on and switch off, saving electrical energy by optimizing operating times. The timer is set using the buttons + (F) or – (G); these increase and decrease by one hour at a time, but if pressed for more than 2 seconds, will automatically change the time more quickly, up to a maximum of 24 hours.

How to set the delayed start function

• Connect the appliance to the mains supply and press ON/OFF button; next, select the required operating mode (temperature, fan speed etc.).
• Press the ON/OFF button again: the appliance will go into stand-by mode.
• Press the timer button (I): on the display, the two central segments will start to flash.
• Set the number of hours after which the appliance should switch on, by pressing the + or – buttons. The indicator (L) on the display will continue to flash until the appliance starts operating. The appliance can be programmed for up to 24 hours in advance.

How to set the delayed stop function

• The appliance can be programmed for delayed stop from any of the operating modes (air-conditioning/dehumidifying/purification/ventilation).
• Press the Programmer button (I): on the display, the two central segments will start to flash.
• Set the number of hours after which the appliance should switch off by pressing the + or – buttons. The indicator (L) on the display will continue to flash until the appliance switches itself off. It will then go into Stand-by mode.

Display shows timer programming: two central segments flashing, and indicator (L) flashing.

25 (display shows selected temperature)

Operation (Condensation Management & Self-Diagnosis)

This unit employs an exclusive condensation recycling system to dispose of excess moisture. In normal conditions, condensation is disposed of automatically. When the humidity is particularly high, an excess of condensation may build up in the tank (9). When this happens, the display appears "FE", indicating that the tank should be emptied.

Whenever conditions of high humidity make the problem recurrent, you may discharge the excess water directly into a drain, using the rubber tube supplied; the tube should be inserted into the hole provided, after having removed the rubber stopper.

Make sure the tank is put back correctly, otherwise, in the display, "FE" will remain.

Illustration showing the water drain tube being inserted into the unit to discharge excess water.

SELF-DIAGNOSIS

The appliance is equipped with a self-diagnosis system which identifies any operating problems.

Recommendations

Follow these recommendations to achieve maximum efficiency from your air conditioning unit:

• Close the doors and windows in the room where the unit is functioning. The only exception is in the case of installation through a hole in the wall. In this case, you are recommended to allow a small amount of air to enter through a door or window to guarantee an adequate exchange of air.
• Illustration showing closed doors and windows for efficient operation.
• Protect the room from direct exposure to the sun's rays by drawing the curtains and/or partially lowering the blinds so as to maximise energy savings.
• Illustration showing lowered blinds or drawn curtains.
• Do not rest objects on the air conditioning unit.
• Do not obstruct the air intake or outlet.
• Make sure there are no heat sources in the room.
• Do not install the heater in humid environments.
• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Keep the appliance a safe distance from combustible surfaces.
• Do not cover the appliance.
• Illustration showing the appliance not covered.

Cleaning

Before cleaning or maintenance, switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button (A) and always unplug it from the mains supply.

CLEANING THE EXTERNAL UNIT

We recommend cleaning the appliance with a slightly damp cloth. It should then be dried. For safety reasons, do not wash the air-conditioner with water.

Precautions

• Never clean with benzene, alcohol or solvents.
• Never spray with liquid insecticide or similar.

CLEANING THE AIR FILTERS

To maintain the air-conditioning unit at peak efficiency, we advise you to:

• Clean the dust filter weekly.
• Replace the air filters at the end of each season or when necessary (follow the instructions on the appliance near the filter).

The filters are located behind the two intake grills. The grills contain the filters.

To clean the filters:

1. Remove the intake grills by rotating them outwards (fig 8).
2. Figure 8 shows the intake grills being rotated outwards to access the filters.
3. Remove the 3M purification filter (white).
4. Remove the dust filter by detaching it from the external grill.

Figure 9 shows the location of the dust filter and the 3M purification filter behind the intake grille.

To remove the dust deposited on the anti-bacterial filter, use a vacuum cleaner. If very dirty, immerse in warm water (not more than 40° C) and rinse thoroughly. Allow the filter to dry. To replace, fit the filters to the intake grill and attach to the appliance.

Do not try to clean the 3M filter as this could result in a reduction of filter capacity.

BEGIN OF SEASON CHECKS

• Check that the power cord and plug are undamaged and that the appliance is properly earthed.
• The installation instructions should be observed meticulously.

END OF SEASON OPERATIONS

• Empty the water from the tank. Remove the tank (9) and empty it. To drain any residual water from the internal circuit, remove the stopper (11) from the drain tube (10) and drain completely. Re-insert the stopper and re-position the tank correctly (9).
• Clean the dust filters and dry well before replacing.

Troubleshooting

See paragraph "Self diagnosis" if the following messages appear on the display: FF, HP, LT, FT, PF.

Technical Specification

OPERATING LIMITS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Electrical Connection (U.K. ONLY)

A) If your appliance comes fitted with a plug, it will incorporate a 13 Amp fuse. If it does not fit your socket, the plug should be cut off from the mains lead, and an appropriate plug fitted, as below. Warning: Very carefully dispose of the cut off plug after removing the fuse: do not insert in a 13 Amp socket elsewhere in the house as this could cause a shock hazard. With alternative plugs not incorporating a fuse, the circuit must be protected by a 15 Amp fuse. If the plug is a moulded-on type, the fuse cover must be re-fitted when changing the fuse using a 13 Amp Asta approved fuse to BS 1362. In the event of losing the fuse cover, the plug must NOT be used until a replacement fuse cover can be obtained from your nearest electrical dealer. The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that as marked on the base of the plug.

B) If your appliance is not fitted with a plug, please follow the instructions provided below:

WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

• Green and yellow: Earth
• Blue: Neutral
• Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

• The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter E or the earth symbol ☾ or coloured green or green and yellow.
• The blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured black.
• The brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured red.