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Operating

Before using the unit

Troubleshooting

MITSUBISHI DEHUMIDIFIER

MODEL

MJ-E22VX-A1

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Features

●Drying inside

●

Air Filter and Washable Photocatalytic

Filter

●Easy Dehumidifying · Laundry

Table of Contents page

¡Recommended ways of using the unit

depending on purpose .........................2

¡Frequently Asked Questions ...............3

¡Precautions............................................4

¡Warning ..................................................6

¡Tips on dehumidifying..........................6

¡Names and Functions of Parts ............7

Unit-Control Panel-LCD Panel

(Low Temperature/Defrost/High humidity)

¡Things to be aware of.........................10

¡Before using your dehumidifier.........10

¡Turning the Unit ON and OFF ............12

To t ur n ON/To turn OFF

Reading the humidity display/Tank full lamp

¡Easy Operation....................................13

EASY DEHUMIDIFYING/LAUNDRY

¡Setting modes .....................................14

HIGH, LOW, MILDEW GUARD and LOW

TEMP/AUTO/AIR PURIFIER

¡Swing louvre function ........................16

¡Drying inside .......................................17

¡Using the Timer ...................................18

OFF timer operation/ON timer operation

¡Using the Child Lock ..........................20

¡Carrying the Unit.................................20

¡Removing Water from the Tank..........21

¡Continuous Drainage..........................22

¡Maintenance ........................................23

Replacing the Filter and Cartridge

..........25

¡Storage and Disposal .........................25

¡Troubleshooting ..................................26

¡Specifications .......................back cover

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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 1 MITSUBISHI DEHUMIDIFIER MODEL MJ-E22VX-A1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ●Drying inside ●Air Filter and Washable Photocatalytic Filter ●Easy Dehumidifying · Laundry Table of Contents page ¡Recommended ways of using the unit depending on purpose .........................2 ¡Frequently Asked Questions ...............3 ¡Precautions............................................4 ¡Warning ..................................................6 ¡Tips on dehumidifying........
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 2 Recommended ways of using the unit depending Combine operating mode and swing louvre function to get optimum results. Drying laundry Objective When you don’t want to hang the clothes outside or it is raining... Lowering room humidity When you don’t know what humidity level to set the unit to... When you want to set the humidity level... Recommended swing setting When condensation occurs indoors... To prevent mildew...
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/9/05 5:37 PM Page 3 condensation Frequently Asked Questions To clean the air To keep the inside of closets and shoeboxes dry... There is no need for dehumidification, but you wish to remove pollen and dust from the air. HIGH AIR PURIFIER The unit operates continuously with the airflow on “HIGH”. The unit operates the air purifier only. REAR A.Are the temperature and humidity low? When the temperature and humidity are low, the amount of water collected is decreased.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/26/04 9:59 AM Page 4 Precautions The following diagrams indicate circumstances where danger can result from mishandling the unit. WARNING Mishandling may result in fatal or serious injuries. CAUTION Mishandling may result in injuries or damage to your home or property, etc. Meanings of the graphic symbols used in this manual and on the unit are explained below.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 5 CAUTION Do not cover the front or side air intakes or the air outlet with cloth, curtain, etc. Do not drain water continuously if there is a possibility that temperature around the hose could drop to freezing point. This results in poor ventilation and may cause heat generation/fire. Water inside the hose may freeze and prevent the water in the tank from flowing out. The water may leak from the unit and damage surrounding objects.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/26/04 10:11 AM Page 6 Precautions (cont.) CAUTION Tips on dehumidifying Drain the water tank before use After emptying the tank, transport the unit by grasping the handle firmly. Losing your footing while carrying the unit may cause personal injury or damage to the floor. When using the continuous drainage outlet, make sure to position the hose so that the water drains without obstruction.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/26/04 10:00 AM Page 7 Names and Functions of Parts Front Control panel Washable photocatalytic filter 24~25 (hereafter: photocatalytic filter) (see box below for discussion) Supplied with unit. Fit before use. 10 Pre-filter 23 Air filter performance testing facility Japan Spinners Inspecting Foundation (tested under JIS L 1902 standards).
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 8 Names and Functions of Parts (cont.) Control Panel ¡Mode button ¡Lamps For switching from one operating mode to another Current mode lights. ¡Selection button Switches modes. ¡Swing louvre button Sets swing louvre direction or locks it into position. ¡Humidity Selection 13 16 This is used to set the target humidity 14~15 ¡Timer ON/OFF Sets timer. ¡Child lock To set child lock, press the mode button for three seconds.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 9 ¡ Mildew guard elite lamp Flashes during drying inside operation. ¡ Mildew guard elite switch Activate/deactivates drying inside. 17 ¡Air purifier lamp Lights during air purifier only operation. ¡Air purifier button Switches to air purifier only operation. 15 ¡Power lamp Use this to switch the unit ON and OFF. 12 ¡Tank full light This lights up to warn that the water tank is full.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/25/04 12:53 PM Page 10 Things to be aware of Room temperature may rise 2-4°C during operation The dehumidifier does not have a cooler function. Due to heat produced during operation, the room temperature may rise 2-4°C. As a result, the unit may blow warm air, but this is not due to a malfunction.During winter, the air may not feel warm as the temperature is below body temperature.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 11 dehumidifier Inserting the water tank correctly Plug the power cord into the power socket Tank lid Front door Use a 230-240V AC power socket only. ¡The current humidity level is indicated. If the louvre is open, it closes automatically. Before using the unit Open the front door. Confirm that the lid is securely attached to the water tank. Push the tank in.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/25/04 2:18 PM Page 12 Turning the Unit ON and OFF To turn ON Press ¡Power lamp lights. ¡The mode is displayed. ¡The louvre opens automatically. Reading the humidity display To start dehumidifying, select the desired mode. 13~15 Example The compressor does not activate for 3 minutes when the unit is turned ON immediately after turning it OFF or plugging it into the power socket. (In order to protect the compressor.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 13 Easy Operation The unit automatically monitors room temperature/humidity alleviating the necessity to make minor adjustments. Use EASY DEHUMIDIFYING for dehumidifying a room and LAUNDRY for drying clothes. Changes with every press Press ¡Selected mode lamp lights ¡ LAUNDRY The unit operates for 12 hours and automatically switches off.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/25/04 12:54 PM Page 14 Setting modes HIGH, LOW, MILDEW GUARD and LOW TEMP To leave the unit operating continuously, use HIGH and LOW modes. To suppress mildew, use MILDEW GUARD mode. For preventing condensation or when the room temperature is low, use LOW TEMP mode. Changes with every press Press ¡Frame appears around selected mode. ¡ The amount of dehumidification decreases with the temperature and humidity.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 15 AUTO AIR PURIFIER When you want to set the humidity level. To operate only the air purifier. Press Press ¡Air purifier lamp lights ¡Frame appears around AUTO To return to the previous mode, press the air purifier button again. ¡ AIR PURIFIER The unit cleans the air by passing it through the pre-filter and photocatalytic filter. The dehumidifying function is disabled.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 16 Swing louvre function (how to read the swing monitor) The louvre can be made to swing. Select from the 4 possible settings to suit the purpose. Stop swing operation WIDE ¡ Starts swing operation. ¡ The swing monitor is displayed. Press With each press of the button UPWARD The swing operation stops when the power cord is unplugged. REAR This indicates the range of louvre swing. (The louvre and monitor do not move in synchronization.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 17 Drying inside The inside of the unit can be dried to suppress mildew growth on the cooler. On days the dehumidifier is used, internal cleaning (drying the inside) is recommended. Automatic operation To activate drying inside after every use. Press while the unit is on ¡Drying inside standby (mildew guard elite lamp lit) Drying inside starts when operation ends When the unit is turned off, LAUNDRY mode ends, or the OFF timer ends.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 18 Using the Timer OFF timer operation The OFF timer can be set for 1 to 9 hours. Set the timer when the power is switched on. To set To cancel 1 2 Switch the power on. 3 Change the louvre swing direction. 4 Set the operating time. 12 Select operating mode. 13~15 Press the POWER button. (Power off) Select desired operating mode. 16 Select the desired setting. Press ¡ The OFF Timer is cancelled.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(01_19)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:09 PM Page 19 ON timer operation The ON timer can be set for 1 to 9 hours. Set the timer when the power is switched off. To set 1 2 Switch the power off. The following is an example of a display indicating AUTO dehumidifying (set to 60%), swing set to WIDE and the ON timer set for 5 hours. 12 Set the time you wish the unit to turn on. Press ¡ The time remaining until the unit switches itself on is indicated in increments of one hour. ¡ Press once.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(20_28)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:17 PM Page 20 Using the Child Lock Carrying the Unit To Lock Pull the handle out, and grasp with a firm grip Press for 3 or more seconds. ¡ The child lock indicator The child lock is switched off when the power cord is unplugged. When the child lock is activated, the other switches are inoperable. Deactivate the child lock to use the other buttons. Use the wheels as shown above when moving the unit.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(20_28)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:17 PM Page 21 Removing Water from the Tank The unit automatically shuts down and lights the Tank full lamp when the tank (approximately 4L) is full. Empty the tank. 12 1 Remove the water tank. 2 Remove the tank lid, and empty. Tank lid Open the front door. Floating element Do not remove or dismantle the float. Grasp handle and slide out. Pour the water out as shown. Reattach the tank lid and replace the water tank.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(20_28)_e33.qx 11/26/04 10:01 AM Page 22 Continuous Drainage Necessary items If a drain is available, the unit can continuously drain excess water by attaching a commercially available hose (internal diameter 15mm). The unit can be operated for extensive periods without the need to empty the water tank. ¡Commercially available hose (ID 15mm) CAUTION Long enough to reach the drain.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(20_28)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:17 PM Page 23 Maintenance Do not use detergents, cleaning agents for heat exchange equipment, abrasive powders, chemically treated dusters, gasoline, benzene, thinners or other solvents, as they can damage the unit or the water tank, which may result in leakage. Cleaning Once every two weeks Water tank · Main unit Pre-filter Wipe with a soft cloth. Debris clogging the pre-filter reduces the effectiveness of the dehumidifier. Clean once every 2 weeks.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(20_28)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:17 PM Page 24 Maintenance (Continued) Once every three months Photocatalytic filter 1 Remove the front panel and prefilter. Front panel Pre-filter 1 Remove holding the bottom. 4 Do not hang with pegs as this may damage the filter. Do not use the filter while wet. 5 Photocatalytic filter 3 Fit the photocatalytic filter. With the strips facing up, set the photocatalytic filter inside the tabs on the pre-filter. Remove the photocatalytic filter.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(20_28)_e33.qx 11/15/04 5:17 PM Page 25 Replacing the Air Storage and Purifying Filter Disposal The photocatalytic filter becomes depleted over time. Replace them when necessary. Replacing the photocatalytic filter Although the photocatalytic filter lasts roughly 2 years, replace it when: ¡ You have soaked the filter 8 times. ¡ The photocatalytic filter has turned brown due to cigarette smoke or black with dust. Filter life differs on usage and environmental conditions.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(20_28)_e33.qx 11/25/04 12:55 PM Page 26 Troubleshooting ¡ For the symptoms listed below, refer to the remedies listed right. Symptom Cause/Remedy The unit blows warm air ¡ Dehumidified air passes through heating coils causing it to warm (this unit is not a cooler). This is not a malfunction. Water does not collect in the water tank (minimal dehumidifying results) ¡ Check to see if the temperature/humidity is low. Low room temperature/humidity reduces dehumidifying effectiveness.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(20_28)_e33.qx 11/25/04 12:56 PM Page 27 Symptom The operating noise is loud/reverberates The unit makes noises Cause/Remedy ¡ Check to see if the unit is on a slope or uneven surface. ➝ Move to a sturdy even surface. ¡ Check to see if the pre-filter is clogged. → Clean according to the maintenance procedures. ¡ Operating the unit in small rooms or in tight spaces sometimes causes the sound to reverberate. ➝ Place a mat underneath the unit.
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e_mj_e22vx_a1(20_28)_e33.qx 05/11/8 3:34 PM Page 28 Specifications Model MJ-E22VX-A1 Power supply Single phase 230-240V 50Hz Dehumidifying capacity 22 L/day Power consumption 365W Water tank capacity stops automatically at approx. 4.5L Weight 13.7kg Dimensions (h × w × d) 589mm × 384mm × 217mm ∞ The dehumidifying capacity is a value obtained when the dehumidifier is continuously run at a room temperature of 30°C and relative humidity of 80%.