ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO Climatizzatore CT300 - CT300H
Dear Sir/Madam We thank you for purchasing this Pinguino appliance and congratulate you on your wise choice. Please make the time and effort to read this manual carefully. Becoming familiar with the Pinguino is an essential step if you are to benefit fully from its exceptional qualities, during both installation and actual use. We hope that the Pinguino will become a welcome friend this summer, a source of comfort and refreshment. Best wishes De Longhi S.p.A.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION Pinguino is a very versatile air conditioner because it can operate both through water condensation as well as air condensation. The User may choose the operational method: 1) WATER FUNCTION - When excellent efficiency, lower energy consumption, and greater speed in reaching the ideal climatic conditions are desired. This function is especially useful when the appliance is just turned on and when the room temperature is quite warm.
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min. cm 30 max. cm 120 Height of outlet: within the range indicated by the dotted line in the figure below. When the unit is not in use, the outlet hole should be sealed with the stopper supplied. Temporary installation: The outlet holes can be connected in a number of ways: fixed hook In any event, for maximum cooling efficiency the window should be closed as much as possible.
PREPARING THE UNIT FOR USE 1) Fit the exhaust tube in place; if your conditioner is supplied with a bayonet tube, it is fitted as illustrated in the diagram. 2) For permanent installation, place the appliance near the wall or window outlet. Make sure it is standing on a level surface and fit the special shock absorbers/castor stops underneath the castors. 3) The exhaust hose can be compressed or extended between 500 mm. and 1400 mm., but is best used at minimum length. Never stretch the hose.
AIR COOLING FUNCTION If the air cooling function of air-conditioner is chosen, it is not necessary to fill the water container. FINAL CHECK In order to obtain maximum performance from your air-conditioner, make sure that: — doors and windows in the room to be air-conditioned are closed (except for temporary installation, in which case a window must be left partially open).
CONTROL PANEL (Mod. CT300H) ON/OFF pilot light ON/OFF button A B C Heating pilot light Timer ON/OFF pilot light Timer notches Selecting fan speed button air-conditionig/ heating button Thermostat SETTING THE TIMER PROGRAMMED MODE The programmer/timer, like all clocks, must be set to the exact time. If for example it is 4:00 p.m. (16.
HOW TO START UP THE CONDITIONER (Mod. CT300H) (see control panel on the opposite page) Insert the plug into the electrical outlet and press the A button The warning light will turn on ▼ Select the "programmed" or "non programmed" mode (see previous page) ▼ Select the button corresponding to the desired function: AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING AIR-CONDITIONING ▼ HEATING ▼ The button (C) must be released. Turn the thermostat toward the Max. Cold position (thick green line).
CONTROL PANEL (Mod. CT300 ) SETTING THE TIMER PROGRAMMED MODE The programmer/timer, like all clocks, must be set to the exact time. If for example it is 4.00 pm. (16.00), turn the dial in a clockwise direction (following the direction of the arrow) until the number 16 is lined up with the triangular pointer (the arrows indicates 4:00 P.M. approximately ).
HOW TO START UP THE CONDITIONER (Mod. CT250) (see control panel on the opposite page) Plug the appliance into the mains. ▼ Select the "programmed" or "non programmed" mode (see previous page) ▼ Select the fan speed required pressing "Fan speed" key C. AIR-CONDITIONING ▼ Turn the thermostat to Max. Cold. Press key A (ON/OFF). The ON/OFF signal lamp will come on. ▼ The appliance comes on If not, refer to pg. 34 ▼ To switch off the appliance, press key A (ON/OFF main switch).
IMPORTANT WARNINGS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 32 This appliance has been manufactured for use in home air conditioning and should not be used for other purposes. It is dangerous to modify or otherwise alter in any way the characteristics of this appliance. The appliance must be installed according to the national technical systems regulations. In case reparations should become necessary, please always contact only the Technical Service Centres authorised by the manufacturer.
SERVICING PRECAUTIONS: during cleaning and normal maintenance operations, remember to disconnect the plug. Under no circumstances should the appliance be washed with running water. Damage could be caused to the electrical circuit. AIR-FILTER CLEANING — A clogged air filter reduces air circulation and the efficiency of the appliance. Clean the filter once a week. — To remove the filter, pull it up gently. Push down to replace. — Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust deposited on the filter.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE The air-conditioner does not work • • • • Ventilation only functions • thermostat has activated power failure plug is disconnected the notches on TIMER dial have not been set The ON /OFF button (A) is in the OFF position REMEDY • • • • wait connect plug push teeth outwards Press the ON/OFF button • to make room cooler rotate thermostat counter-clockwise The mains switch switches OFF • switch off the appliance and call Service Centre The appliance does • window open
Periodic Servicing (IMPORTANT) This appliance should be de-scaled whenever the calcium deposit becomes excessive (on average after 400 operating hours) or in any event at least once every season. INSTRUCTIONS FOR DE-SCALING You will need: 1/4 liter de-scaling fluid (supplied with appliance) 1 liter clean water = 80% dilution a) Remove the container from the unit and drain away any water left in the collecting tray with the drainage tube. b) Seal the drainage tube.
