Delonghi AC
Delonghi AC
WATER /A IR A IR C ONDITIONER
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WHAT IS THE WATER-AIR PINGUINO
During the summer, you feel comfortable at a temperature of between 75°F and 81°F (24 and
27° C) with a relative humidity of about 50%.
An air conditioner removes excess moisture and heat from the room where it is located.
Compared with installed models, portable air conditioners have the advantage that they can
be moved from one room to another in the home or be transported from one building to
another.
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DESCRIPTION
A Air outlet grille
B Control panel with advanced LCD display
C Handle A
D Grille
E Castors
F Air intake grille with dust filter
G Air exhaust hose housing
H Water drainage hose door
B
I Power cable compartment door C
J Water fill door
K Air exhaust hose
L Remote control
M Water jug
N Window outlet
D
O Silver ion filter
P 3M filter
Q Suction pad with Velcro
R Castor locks
E
S Wall flange with cap
T Single hole window bracket with locking
pins
U Window bracket extension
K
A
L
M F
S
T N J
U G
O
R H
Q P
I
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PREPARING FOR USE 1
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The instructions below will enable you to prepare your air condi-
tioner for operation as efficiently as possible.
Before use, make sure the air intake and outlet grilles are unob- 1
structed.
Keep the air hose as short and free of curves as possible to avoid
bottlenecks.
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AIR-CONDITIONING WITH INSTALLATION
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If required, your appliance can also be installed semi-perma-
nently (Fig. 7).
Proceed as follows:
• Drill a 4.17 inche (106 mm) diameter hole respecting the 11.8 in
30 cm
heights shown in fig. 8 and following the indications in figs. 9,
10 and 11. 11.8 in
30 cm
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MAX 39 in
MAX100 cm
4.17 in
106
MIN 14 in
MIN 35 cm
In the wall: it is
recommended that you
insulate the section of
the wall using suitable
insulation.
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PREPARING FOR OPERATION IN WATER MODE 12
Once the appliance has been installed following the instructions
above, it is ready for use. However, its efficiency can be enhan-
ced by operating it in the exclusive De'Longhi water mode. The
water in the tank increases the cooling power of your Pinguino
and at the same time reduces noise levels and electrical con-
sumption. Compared to air, water reduces the temperature of
the cooling circuit much more efficiently, before being given off
from the air exhaust hose in the form of vapour.
Remember that:
• You must always use salt-free tap water.
• The length of time the water in the tank lasts depends greatly
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on environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity,
insulation, the exposure of the room, the number of people
present, etc. Indicatively it lasts about six hours. By using the
WATERSAVE function (see page 13), the length of time can be
extended to 10 hours, with a slightly lower cooling power and
efficiency.
• When the water in the tank runs out, the light comes on
and operation of the appliance switches automatically to air
to air operation. At the same time, the quantity of air given
out from the rear hose increases.
FILLING THE TANK
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You can fill the tank in one of two ways:
1) By using the water jug provided:
Use the water jug provided or any other plastic/glass bottle or Level
watering can, providing the neck of the bottle or watering can is window
narrow enough to enter the filling hole to avoid spilling water on
the appliance.
• Without using force, open the water fill door (J) completely,
then remove the rubber cap (fig. 12).
• Pour the water into the tank (fig. 13). When the tank is full, the
water level window (fig.14) becomes completely red.
Indicatively, you will need to refill the jug three times to fill the
tank completely. 15
• After filling, put the rubber cap back in place, then close the
door.
2) Using the extendible hose:
• Without using force, open the water fill door (J) completely,
then remove the rubber cap (fig. 12). Pull out the extendible
hose (fig. 15) and place near a tap.
• Fill the tank to the required level.
• When the tank is full, the water level window (fig. 14) beco-
mes completely.
• After filling, put the rubber cap back in place, then close the
door.
✔ The tank does not have to be full to use the water function, but the length of time the
appliance will operate in water mode will be shorter.
✔ When the level window has become completely red, do not add further water or it
could overflow. The tank has no overflow prevention system.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROL PANEL WITH LCD DISPLAY
1 Signal receiver
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2 Air conditioning symbol
3 Dehumidifying symbol
4 Fan symbol 2 3 4
5 Temperature indicator
6 Timer symbol
7 Alarm symbol
8 WATERSAVE symbol 10 5
9 Speed indicator
10 SMART symbol 6
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11 "No water" symbol 7
12 BOOST symbol 12 8
13 SLEEP symbol
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14 AUTOFAN indicator
15 MODE button (selects the modes)
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16 FAN button 9
18 ON/Standby button
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✔ Never turn the air conditioner off by unplugging from the electrical outlet. Always press
the ON/STAND-BY button, then wait for a few minutes before unplugging. This allows the
appliance to perform a cycle of checks to verify operation.
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AIR CONDITIONING MODE (FIG. 17)
Ideal for hot muggy weather when you need to cool and dehu-
midify the room.
Always make sure the water fill door (J) is completely closed
before setting this mode.
To set this mode correctly:
• Press the MODE button (15) a number of times until the air-
conditioning symbol appears.
• Select the target temperature by pressing the or but-
ton (17) until the corresponding value is displayed.
• Select the required fan speed by pressing the FAN button (16).
Four speeds are available:
Maximum speed: to achieve the target tempe-
rature as rapidly as possible.
Medium speed: reduces noise levels but still
maintains a good level of comfort.
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FAN MODE (FIG. 19)
When using the appliance in this mode, the air hose does not
need to be attached.
To set this mode correctly:
• Press the MODE button (15) a number of times until the fan
symbol appears.
• Select the required fan speed by pressing the FAN button (16).
Three speeds are available:
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DESCRIPTION OF THE REMOTE CONTROL
1 Air conditioning symbol
2 Dehumidifying symbol 3
3 Fan symbol
4 WATERSAVE symbol
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5 Fan speed indicator
6 SMART symbol 1 6
7 BOOST symbol
15 16
8 SLEEP symbol
9 AUTOFAN indicator 8 14
7 4
10 MODE button (selects the modes)
11 FAN button 9 5
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12 Increase (+) and decrease (-) tem- 17 19
perature button 13
13 ON/Standby button
14 Ionizer symbol 10 11
15 Signal transmission
16 Selected temperature scale indica-
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tor
20 22
17 Clock
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18 Timer ON symbol
19 Timer OFF symbol
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20 Reset button (resets the appliance to 24
the original settings)
21 Timer ON button
22 OK button 29 25
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INSERTING OR REPLACING THE BATTERIES
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• Remove the back cover of the remote control (fig. 21);
• Insert two R03 “AAA” 1.5V batteries, making sure they are in
the correct position (see the instructions inside the battery
compartment);
• Replace the cover.
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SLEEP FUNCTION (FIG. 25)
This function is ideal for the night as it gradually reduces opera-
tion of the appliance.
To set this function correctly:
• Press the button. The appliance operates in the previously
selected mode with low fan speed.
The SLEEP function maintains the room at optimum temperature
without excessive fluctuations in either temperature or humidity
and with silent operation.
Fan speed is always at minimum, while room temperature and
humidity vary gradually to ensure the most comfortable condi-
tions.
During air conditioning, the temperature increases by 2°F (1°C)
after 60 minutes and 4°F (2°C) after 2 hours.
In dehumidifying mode, the dehumidifying power of the applian-
ce is partially reduced every hour for the first two hours.
SWING FUNCTION
Not available in these models.
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PROGRAMMING THE TIMER
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The appliance can be programmed to start up and shut down
when required.
Programming start up
• Press the button.
The start-up time and message flash on the remote con-
trol display (fig. 27).
• Press the or buttons to set the time you want the applian-
ce to start up.
• When that time is reached, press the OK button to confirm
(fig. 28). The message appears on the remote control
display and the symbol is displayed on the appliance to
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indicate that the timer is active.
Programming shutdown
• Press the OFF button. The shutdown time and message
flash on the remote control display (fig. 29).
• Press the or buttons to set the time you want the applian-
ce to shut down.
• When that time is reached, press the OK button to confirm
(fig. 30). The message appears on the remote control
display and the symbol is displayed on the appliance to
indicate that the timer is active.
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SELF-DIAGNOSIS
The appliance has a self diagnosis system to identify a number of malfunctions.
Error messages are indicated on the control panel display screen.
IF…IS DISPLAYED, WHAT SHOULD I DO? IF…IS DISPLAYED, WHAT SHOULD I DO?
The appliance is fitted with Empty the internal safety
a frost protection device to tank, following the instruc-
avoid excessive formation tions in the "End of season
of ice. The appliance starts operations" section (pg.
up again automatically 17). If this reoccurs, contact
when the defrosting pro- your local authorized servi-
LOW TEMPERATURE cess is completed.
HIGH LEVEL ce center.
(frost prevention) (safety tank full)
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TIPS FOR CORRECT USE 31
To get the best from your air conditioner, follow these recom-
mendations:
• Close the windows and doors in the room to be air conditio-
ned (fig. 31).
When installing the air conditioner semi-permanently, you close
should leave a door slightly open (as little as 1/2 “) to guaran- doors and
tee correct ventilation. windows
• Protect the room from direct exposure to the sun by partially
closing curtains and/or blinds to make the appliance much
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more economical to run (fig. 32);
• Never rest objects of any kind on the air conditioner;
• Do not obstruct the air intake and outlet (fig. 33). Leave both
grilles free;
• Make sure there are no heat sources in the room.
• Never use the appliance in very damp (laundry rooms for
example). close
• Never use the appliance outdoors. curtains
• Make sure the air conditioner is standing on a level surface. If
necessary, place the castor locks (R) under the wheels. 33
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CLEANING
Before cleaning or maintenance, turn the appliance off by pres-
sing the ON/Standby button on the control panel or remote con-
trol, wait for a few minutes then unplug from the socket.
CLEANING THE CABINET
You should clean the appliance with a slightly damp cloth then
dry with a dry cloth.
✔ Never wash the air conditioner with water. It could be dan-
gerous.
✔ Never use petrol, alcohol or solvents to clean the appliance.
Never spray insecticide liquids or similar.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTERS
To keep your air conditioner working efficiently, you should clean
the dust filters every week of operation.
Dust filter supplied with all models 35
The filter is housed in the intake grille.
To clean the filters, proceed as follows:
• Remove the intake grille by pulling it outwards (fig. 35).
• Remove the dust filter by detaching it from the grille (Fig. 36).
• Use a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust collected on the
filter. If it is very dirty, immerse in warm water and rinse a num-
ber of times. The water should never be hotter than 101°F
(40°C).
• After washing, leave the filter to dry completely.
• To replace, put the filters back in the intake grille then attach
the intake grille to the appliance. 36
Silver ion filter and 3M® electrostatic filter (certain models only)
These two filters are located behind the dust filter.
To clean the dust filter, the two supplementary filters must be tem-
porarily removed.
To clean, use a vacuum cleaner at medium power.
The silver ion filter can be washed with cold water. Leave to dry
completely and replace. It should be replaced at least once
every two seasons.
The 3M® filter is not washable and must replaced at the end of
the season or when it is exhausted and no longer efficient.
✔ The silver ion filter and 3M® filter can be bought from shops
selling De'Longhi accessories or authorized service centers.
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RECOMMENDED END OF SEASON OPERATIONS 37
• Descale as described in the following section.
• Empty the water from the tank and internal circuit by extrac-
ting and opening the two hoses inside the water drainage
hose door (H) (fig.37).
• Operate the appliance with the water tank empty in fan only
mode for about half an hour. This dries any water remaining
inside the appliance.
• Turn the appliance off and unplug from the electrical socket.
• Remove the air exhaust hose.
• Clean the dust filters and (in certain models) the air purifying
filters.
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• Place the power cable in the special rear power cable com-
partment (I) (fig.38).
• Cover the appliance to avoid dust.
DESCALING
When using the appliance in water mode, lime scale will inevi-
tably form and must be removed to maintain efficiency. After
about 500 hours of operation, the appliance therefore warns that
descaling is required by displaying the message C L (CLEAN).
Descale the appliance.
• Turn off the appliance and unplug from the socket. Empty all
water from the inside of the appliance through the drain
hoses (fig. 37).
• Close and replace the drain hoses. Pour 0.5 Liters of descaler
(one bottle) and 1.5 Liters of clean water into the tank.
• Plug in and operate the appliance in air conditioning mode
with the BOOST function selected until the "no water"
symbol appears on the display.
• Turn off the appliance and unplug from the socket. Empty all
water from the inside of the appliance through the drain
hoses.
• Close and replace the drain hoses. Pour 2 Liters of clean
water into the tank to rinse the internal circuits of dirt and
descaler.
• Plug in and operate the appliance until the "no water"
symbol appears on the display.
• Turn off the appliance and unplug from the socket. Empty all
rinsing water from the inside of the appliance through the
drain hoses.
• If the water drained off is very dirty or contains large quanti-
ties of foam, repeat the rinsing operation.
• Close the drain hoses and replace.
• After descaling, reset the alarm by pressing the button for
10 seconds.
✔The descaler can be
bought from your local
De'Longhi service center.
Always use original
descaler. Use of other pro-
ducts could damage
internal components and
invalidate the guarantee.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
•The air exhaust hose is deta- • Fit the air exhaust hose in the
ched from the appliance housing at the back of the
appliance (fig. 1)
The air conditioner • The internal compressor safety • Wait. This delay is part of nor-
does not operate for device prevents the applian- mal operation
about three minutes ce from being restarted until
after restarting it three minutes have elapsed
since it was last turned off
The symbol and • The appliance has a self dia- •See the SELF-DIAGNOSIS sec-
one of the following gnosis system to identify a tion (pg.14)
messages appears number of malfunctions
on the appliance dis-
play: L T / P F / H L / C L
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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Power supply voltage see rating plate
Max. power input
during air conditioning “
Absorbed power heating
(certain models only) “
Refrigerant “
Cooling capacity “
35 in
LIMIT CONDITIONS
910 mm
Room temperature for air conditioning 70÷95°F
21÷35°C
Room temperature for heating MAX 77°F (MAX 25°C)
(certain models only)
APPLIANCE DIMENSIONS:
22 in 18 in
• width 22 in 570 mm 570 mm 475 mm
• height 35 in 910 mm
• depth 18 in 465 mm
• weight 112 lb 51 kg
This appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug. The plug must be connected into
an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in the accordance with all local codes
and ordinances. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it will not fit the out-
let, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
If the household electrical supply does not meet the above specifications, or if you are not
sure your home has an effective ground, have a qualified electrician or your local electrical
utility company check it and correct any problems.
SAFETY PLUG
The appliance is fitted with a safety plug to protect the power cable.
If power is cut off, unplug from the socket and make sure the power cable is undamaged.
If the cable is damaged, call the service center immediately.
If power cuts off frequently and the power cable is undamaged, contact a qualified electrician.
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LIMITED WARRANTY:
Limited Warranty
We warrant each De’Longhi AIR CONDITIONER to be free from defects in material and work-
manship. From the purchase date, our obligation under this warranty is to provide one (1) year
free parts and labor on the entire AIR CONDITIONER, with an additional four (4) years free on
any part of the sealed system consisting of the compressor, evaporator, condenser and facto-
ry connected refrigerant tubing. Labor and all other parts during the additional four (4) year
warranty are to be paid by the owner. All AIR CONDITIONERS in need of repair are to be
shipped to an authorized De’Longhi service center at the owner’s expense, and De’Longhi will
then incur the return shipping costs. After the first five (5) years of ownership, all expenses (all
parts, labor and shipping) are to be paid by the owner of the unit. This warranty shall apply
only if the AIR CONDITIONER is used in accordance with the factory directions that accompa-
ny it, and on an Alternating Current (AC) circuit. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties
and representations, expressed or implied, and all other obligations or liabilities on our part. We
do not authorize any other person or company to assume for us any liability in connection with
the sale or use of our AIR CONDITIONER. This warranty shall not apply to any AIR CONDITION-
ER that has been repaired or altered outside our factory nor shall it apply to any AIR CONDI-
TIONER that has been subjected to misuse, negligence or accidents.
U.S. Residents:
Please contact our toll free hotline at 1-800-322-3848 or log onto our website at
www.delonghi.com.
For all accessories, spare parts or replacement parts, please contact our parts division at
1-800-865-6330.
CANADA Residents:
Please contact our toll free hotline at 1-888-335-6644 or log onto our website at
www.delonghi.com.
Other countries:
Please visit: www.delonghi.com.
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