DeLonghi DEC12, DEC16 manual Technical Characteristics, Brief note on humidity, Dehumidifying

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Technical Characteristics

 

DEC12

DEC16

Power supply voltage

See

rating label

Absorbed power dehumidifying only

 

Maximum absorbed power

 

Maximum absorbed current

 

Defrosting device

 

yes

Humidistat

 

yes

Fan speeds

1

2

Air filter

 

yes

Purifying filter

no

yes

Dimensions LxHxD

570x360x300mm

Tank capacity

 

4 litres

Operating limits:

Dehumidifying

temperature

2° - 32°

relative humidity

30 - 95%

Brief note on humidity

Air always contains a certain amount of water 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 condi- tions for our well being and to 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.

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Contents DEC 12/16 Dehumidifier Model DEC16 AccessoryInstallation PositioningWater Collection Dehumidification standby/low temperature operation light Controls Tank control systemDehumidification light DEC16 How to dehumidify How to dehumidify DEC16 with humidistat and function knobHow to dehumidify DEC12 with humidistat only Functions Selecting operating functions DEC16 onlyPurification function Low consumption dehumidification functionCleaning the cabinet MaintenanceCleaning the permanent air filter Accessories available for your dehumidifierProblem Possible Causes Solution Problem solvingTechnical Characteristics Brief note on humidityDehumidifying Technical assistance Electrical requirements 5748009300 8-08-2002 1522 Pagina 5748009300/07.02