Fortress Technologies FDH1610 User manual

Brand: Fortress Technologies

Model: FDH1610

Type: User manual

This manual is also suitable for

FDH2013

Fortress Technologies FDH1610 is a dehumidifier with a 6L water tank capacity, designed for household use. It has a washable filter and an activated carbon filter to remove impurities from the air. The FDH1610 has a range of features to make it easy to use, including a control panel with a display window, a timer, and a fan speed control. It also has a continuous drainage option for unattended operation. The FDH1016 is suitable for rooms up to 20 square meters and can remove up to 16L of moisture from the air per day. It is an energy-efficient appliance, with a power consumption of 280W.

Dehumidifier

Model: FDH1610 / FDH2013

Instruction Manual

*Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for

future reference.

Contents

Safety Instruction .……………………………………………………………… 1

Name of Parts ……………………………………………………………………. 2

Operation …………………………………………………………………….. 3-4

Drainage ……………………………………………………………………….. 5-6

Maintenance …………………………………………………………………. 7-8

Trouble shooting ………………………………………………………………… 9

Specification ………………………………………………………………….. 10

Warranty ………………………………………………………………………... 11

Safety Instruction

1. To reduce electric shock, risk of fire or injury, please read the operating

instructions carefully before using your dehumidifier for the first time and keep

them in a safe place.

2. Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.

3. Never operate the appliance if a cable or connector has been damaged, after

appliance malfunction or if the appliance was dropped or any damaged.

4. Electric appliance is only be repaired by qualified personal, improper repair

work can be a source of considerable danger for the users.

5. Children and infirm person are not aware of the hazards of electric appliance.

Therefore, never allow children to manipulate electric appliance unless properly

supervised.

6. Disconnect the appliance from mains power whenever it is not in use, before

relocating it, and before cleaning,

7. Operate the appliance is only at the voltage specified on the type plate.

8. Use the appliance only in the household, and only for the purpose it was

designed for.

9. Do not place any objects on the appliance.

10. To prevent spillage, empty the water tank before relocating the appliance.

11. Do not tip the appliance to any side as escaping water could damage the

appliance.

12. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning

use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be

supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

13. When the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the

manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to

avoid a hazard.

14. The devices should be installed at minimum distant of 10CM from the wall

or other obstacle.

15. Unplug the appliance before cleaning.

16. Don’t put any wet or dripping water’s cloths on top of dehumidifier.

17. Do not block air inlet and outlet.

18. Don’t use bug sprays or other flammable cleaners to the unit.

Name of Parts

Front

1. Control panel

2. Clothes drying guider

3. Air outlet

4. Water full indicator

5. Water tank

6. Handle

Rear

7. Air filter / air inlet

8. Power cord

9. Handle

10. Hole for continuous drainage

11. Water tank

12. Caster

Installation of the filters

Grille

Washable

filter

Activated

carbon filter

Filter fixer

Operation

Control panel

1. ON/OFF Control button

2. Timer Control button

3. Display Window

4. Fan Speed control button

5. Humidity selection button

Display window

1. Humidity setting: continuous de-humidifying , 50%, 60%, 70%, 80%

2. Ambient humidity condition: good fair, bad

 means 50% ≤ambient room humidity ≤70%

 means 30% ≤ambient room humidity < 50% or 70% < ambient room

humidity ≤80%

 means the ambient room humidity is higher than 80%.

3. compressor is in progress. In case the de-frost function is working, the

water drops will flash.

compressor is not in progress.

water full.

4. Timer indicator, 1 to 24 hours.

5. Current relative humidity display.

6. Fan speed/ventilation indicator: high speed, low speed.

Operation

1. Plug the unit into a correct mains socket.

2. Press button ON/OFF to turn on the unit. The compressor will start to work in

continuous mode.

3. Press button (HUM) to set the room humidity you need: continuous

de-humidifying , 50%, 60%, 70% or 80%

4. Press the (SPEED) button to choose the ventilation speed, high or low.

5. To turn off the unit, press button ON/OFF again.

6. The direction of the air outlet can be adjusted by hand

to dry clothes more efficiently.

Drainage

While the water tank is full, the compressor will stop for self-protection and:

 The sign of water full will flash.

 The unit will buzz. * For stopping the buzz, press the ON/OFF button to turn off

the unit

 The water level window will turn to red.

To move the water tank, pull it out squarely from the unit by using the handle at the

water tank. (FIG.1)

After empting the water tank, place the water tank into space. Make sure it is properly

positioned, in order for the 'water full' sign to go out and your dehumidifier is

operating. (FIG.2)

FIG.1 FIG.2

Water level

window

Continuous drainage

When the dehumidifier is operated at very high humidity levels, the water tank will

require more frequent drainage. In this situation, it may be more convenient to set the

unit up for continuous drainage with the following procedures:

1. Cut the outlet at the unit back. (FIG.3).

* Caution:

When the outlet is cut off, the said portion would leave as a hole and

cannot be covered by any plug. If cover the said portion by plug,

the drainage water cannot go down to the water tank.

2. Connect the drain hole with a water tube of inner diameter 12mm. (FIG.4)

* Please note, the water tube is not supplied with the unit.

3. Ensure the water will always drain away freely and the tube will remain in place.

FIG.3

FIG.4

Maintenance

Always switch off and unplug the unit from the mains before carrying out any

maintenance or cleaning of the unit.

CLEANING THE BODY

Use soft cloth to wipe the unit clean.

Don't ever use volatile chemicals, gasoline, detergents, chemically treated clothes, or

other cleansing solutions. All these could possibly hurt the cabinet.

CLEANING THE FILTER

For washable filter - Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly for easy cleaning. If

the filter is particularly dirty, use warm water with a small amount of medium strength.

For activated carbon filter - This filter is

not washable. Its life span is variable

and depends on the ambient conditions

where the appliance is used. The filter

should be checked periodically (about

every 6 months) and replaced if

necessary.

Grille

Washable

filter

Activated

carbon filter

Filter fixer

STORAGE

If the unit is not used for an extended period of time. Please:

 Turning the unit off, unplug and tidy power cord.

 Completely empty the water tank and wipe it clean.

 Cover the unit and store where it will not receive direct sunlight and humidity

area.

Trouble shooting

THE UNIT DOES NOT OPERATE:

 Is the unit plugged in?

 Is the house electricity on?

 Is the room temperature below 5

C or above 35

C? If so, then it is out of the

working range of the unit.

 Ensure the humidistat (or ON/OFF switch) is turned on.

 Check the water tank is positioned properly in the unit and it is not full.

 Make sure the air inlet and outlet are not obstructed.

THE UNIT SEEMS TO DO NOTHING:

 Q: Is the filter dusty, contaminated ?

A: Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly for easy cleaning. If the filter is

particularly dirty, use warm water with a small amount of medium strength.

 Q: Is the air intake or outlet blocked up?

A: Please move the object away from the air intake or outlet.

 Q: Is the room humidity already quite low?

A: The dehumidifier shall not operate if the humidity setting is higher than the

ambient humidity.

THE UNIT SEEMS TO DO LITTLE:

 Q: Are too many windows or doors open?

A: Please close the windows or doors when operating the dehumidifier.

 Q: Is there something in the room producing lots of humidity?

A: Please put these stuffs into another room, close toilet lid and cover a glass

of water.

THE UNIT IS TOO NOISY:

 Check whether the unit is sitting on a level surface.

THE UNIT IS LEAKING:

 Make sure the unit is working in good condition.

 If you are not using continuous drainage, make sure the rubber plug (in the

rear) is in its position.

Specification

Model no.

FDH1610

FDH2010

Power supply

220V-240V~, 50Hz

At 30 ºC 80%RH:

Dehumidifying Capacity

Power Consumption

16L/day

280W

20L/day

370W

At 26.7 ºC 60%RH:

Dehumidifying Capacity

Power Consumption

7.8L/day

240W

9.9L/day

290W

Refrigerant

R134a

Working range

5 ~ 35

Water tank capacity

6 L

Size (W x D x H)

410 x 210 x 545 mm

Net Weight

12.0kg

12.5kg

Warranty

1. The product has 2 years warranty from the date of purchase.

2. The warranty shall not apply:

a. to any Product subjected to accident, misuse, neglect, alteration, Acts of God,

improper handling, improper transport, improper use, improper testing or unauthorized

repair;

b. to cosmetic problems or defects which result from normal wear and tear under ordinary

use, and do not affect the performance or use of the product. All warranties are void

if the product is opened, altered, and/or damaged;

c. to any packing, transportation, export / import tax or any related expenses.

3. CUSTOMER MUST PRESENT THE SALES INVOICE OR RECEIPT FOR 2 YEARS

WARRANTY SERVICES.

4. Please bring along the product and sales invoice or receipt to our services center for warranty

services during office hour.

Hong Kong Service Centre:

Address： Unit D, 20/F, Yip Shing Ind Bldg, No.19, Yip Shing Street, Kwai Chung.

Service Hotline：(852) 2428 1500

Macau Service Centre:

Address：Avenida Almirante Lacerda 162 – 172, H – J

Service Hotline：(853) 6685 1418

Service Hours -

Monday-Friday ： 9:00am - 1:00pm / 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Saturday ： 9:00am - 1:00pm

Sunday & Public Holiday ： Closed

5. THE UNIT IS FOR DOEMSTIC USE ONLY.

IMPORTANT NOTICES

THE UNIT IS FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR COMPANY OR THE SUPPLIER BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PARTY

FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, GENERAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY

OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT

(INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR INJURY, LOSS OF PROPERTY, BUSINESS

PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) OR FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY, EVEN IF OUR

COMPANY OR SUPPLIER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO

CASE SHALL OUR COMPANY OR SUPPLIER’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE

PRODUCT.

Specifications, designs and dimensions subject to change without prior notice.

Fortress Technologies FDH1610 User manual

Brand: Fortress Technologies

Model: FDH1610

Type: User manual

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FDH2013

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