HomeLabs HME1004 Wifi-Enables Dehumidifier
Important safety instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed when using the Dehumidifier. Incorrect operation due to disregard of instructions may cause harm or damage.
- Do not exceed the rating of the Power Outlet or connection device.
- Do not operate or turn off the Dehumidifier by plugging in or unplugging the device. Use the Control Panel instead.
- Do not use if the Power Cord is broken or damaged.
- Do not modify the Power Cord length or share the outlet with other appliances.
- Do not touch the Plug with wet hands.
- Do not install the Dehumidifier in a location that may be exposed to combustible gas.
- Do not place the Dehumidifier near a heat source.
- Disconnect the power if strange sounds, smell, or smoke come from the Dehumidifier.
- You should never try to modify, take apart, or repair the Dehumidifier by yourself.
- Make sure to turn off and unplug the Dehumidifier before cleaning.
- Do not use the Dehumidifier near flammable gases or combustibles, such as gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc. If combustible gas accumulates around the Dehumidifier, it may cause a fire.
- Do not drink or use the water drained from the Dehumidifier.
- Do not take the Water Bucket out during operation.
- Do not use the Dehumidifier in small spaces.
- Do not place the Dehumidifier in places where it may be splashed by water.
- Place the Dehumidifier on a level, sturdy section of the floor.
- Do not cover the intake or exhaust openings of the Dehumidifier with clothes or towels.
- Do not clean the appliance with any chemicals or organic solvents, e.g., Ethyl acetate, gasoline.
- This appliance is not intended for locations near flammable or combustible gases.
- Care should be taken when using the Dehumidifier in a room with the following persons: infants, children, and the elderly.
- For people who are sensitive to humidity, do not set the humidity level too low on the Dehumidifier.
- Never insert your finger or other foreign objects into grills or openings. Take special care to warn children of these dangers.
- Do not place a heavy object on the Power Cord, and make sure that the cord is not compressed.
- Do not climb on or sit on the Dehumidifier.
- Always insert the filters securely. Make sure to clean the filter once every month.
- If water enters the Dehumidifier, turn the Dehumidifier off and disconnect the power. Contact Customer Service in order to avoid a hazard.
- Do not place flower vases or other water containers on top of the Dehumidifier.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
- The HomeLabs nameplate is located on the rear panel of the Dehumidifier and contains electrical and other technical data specific to this Dehumidifier.
- Be sure the Dehumidifier is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire hazards, proper grounding is important. This Power Cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding Plug for protection against shock hazards.
- Your Dehumidifier must be used in a properly grounded wall socket. If your wall socket is loose, not adequately grounded, or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper socket. Ensure the socket is accessible and you can easily plug and unplug the unit after installation.
- Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. Do not remove any prongs from the Power Cord.
CAUTION
- This Dehumidifier should be used by children 8 years or older and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge with supervision or instruction concerning the use of the Dehumidifier. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without supervision. Children should not play with or around the unit.
- If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by qualified personnel. Please contact Customer Service to avoid a hazard.
- Prior to cleaning or other maintenance, the Dehumidifier must be disconnected from the outlet.
- If the Dehumidifier is knocked over during use, turn off the Dehumidifier and unplug it from the main power supply immediately. Visually inspect the Dehumidifier to ensure there is no damage. If you suspect the Dehumidifier has been damaged, contact Customer Service for repair or replacement.
- During a thunderstorm, the power must be cut off to avoid damage to the Dehumidifier due to lightning.
- Do not run the cord under carpeting. Do not cover the cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Do not route the cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange the cord away from traffic areas and where it will not be tripped over.
- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this Dehumidifier with any solid-state speed control device.
- The Dehumidifier shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.
- Contact Customer Service for repair or maintenance of this Dehumidifier.
Parts Description
Front
Rear
ACCESSORIES
(Placed in the Bucket of the Dehumidifier)
Operation
PLACEMENT
- This unit may have been tilted or placed upside down during shipping. To ensure this device works properly, allow the unit to sit upright for at least 24 hours before initial use.
- This Dehumidifier is designed to operate in a working environment between 41°F (5°C) and 90°F (32°C). Casters (installed at four points on the bottom of the Dehumidifier)
- Do not force Casters to move over carpet, or move the Dehumidifier with water in the Bucket. (The Dehumidifier may tip over and spill water.)
SMART FUNCTIONS
Auto Shut Off
When the Bucket is full and/or the humidity setting is reached, the Dehumidifier will automatically shut off.
Power on Delay
To avoid any damage to the Dehumidifier, the Dehumidifier will not start operation following a complete cycle until after three (3) minutes. Operation will automatically start after three (3) minutes.
Bucket Full Indicator Light
The Full indicator glows when the Bucket is ready to be emptied.
Auto Defrost
When frost builds up on the evaporator coils, the compressor will cycle off, and the fan will continue to run until the frost disappears.
Auto-Restart
If the Dehumidifier shuts off unexpectedly due to power being cut, the Dehumidifier will restart with the previous function setting automatically when the power resumes.
NOTE:
All the illustrations in the manual are for explanatory purposes only. Your Dehumidifier may vary slightly. The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Consult Customer Service for details.
CONTROL PANEL
“Pump” button (Only applicable to HME1004)
Press to activate the “Pump” operation.
NOTE:
Before starting Pump, make sure the Pump Drain Hose is attached, the continuous Drain Hose is removed, and the plastic cover of the Continuous Drain Hose Outlet is replaced tightly. When the Bucket is full, the Pump starts to work. Refer to the next pages for removing the collected water.
NOTE:
It needs time before water is pumped at the beginning.
“Comfort” button
Press this button to turn the comfort function “On/Off”. Under this mode, the humidity cannot be adjusted manually but will be preset to a recommended comfortable level based on the ambient temperature.
“Turbo” button
Controls the fan speed. Press to select either “High” or “Normal” fan speed. Set the fan control to “High” for maximum moisture removal. When the humidity has been reduced and quiet operation is preferred, set the fan control to “Normal”.
“Timer” button
Press to set an “Auto On” or an “Auto Off” timer (0–24 hours) in conjunction with the LEFT and RIGHT buttons. The timer runs only one cycle; thus, remember to set a timer before next time’s use.
- After plugging in the appliance, press the “Timer” button; the “Timer Off” indicator will light up, meaning the “Auto Off” timer setting is activated. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the value of time you want to shut down the appliance. The one-off “Auto Off” timer setting is finished.
- Press the “Timer” button again, and the “Timer On” indicator will light up, meaning the “Auto On” timer setting is activated. Use the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to set the value of the time you want to turn on the appliance next time. The one-off “Auto Off” timer setting is finished.
- To change the timer settings, repeat the above operations.
- Press or hold the LEFT and RIGHT buttons to change the “Auto Time” by 0.5 hour increments, up to 10 hours, then at 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The control will count down the time remaining until start.
- The selected time will register in 5 seconds, and the system will automatically revert to display the previous humidity setting.
- To cancel a “Timer”, adjust the “Timer” value to 0.0. The corresponding timer indicator will light off, meaning the timer is canceled. Another way to cancel a “Timer” is to restart the appliance; the one-off timer will also become invalid.
- When the Bucket is full, the screen displays a “P2” error code, the appliance will then shut down automatically. Both the “Auto On” / “Auto Off” timers will be canceled.
“Continuous” button
Press to activate the continuous dehumidifying operation. The appliance will work continuously and will not stop except when the Bucket is full. In “Continuous” mode, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons are locked.
LED Display
Shows the set % humidity level from 35% to 85% or auto start/stop time (0~24) while setting, then shows the actual (±5% accuracy) room % humidity level in a range of 30% RH (Relative Humidity) to 90% RH (Relative Humidity).
Error Codes:
AS – Humidity sensor error
ES – Temperature sensor error
Protection Codes:
P2 – The Bucket is full, or the Bucket is not in the right position. Empty the Bucket and replace it in the right position.
Eb – Bucket is removed or not in the right position. Replace the Bucket in the right position.
(Only applicable to the unit with the “Pump” feature.)
“Power” button
Press to turn the Dehumidifier on and off.
REMOVING THE COLLECTED WATER
Use the Bucket
When the Bucket is full, remove the Bucket and empty it.
Continuous Draining
Water can be automatically emptied into a floor drain by attaching the Dehumidifier to a Water Hose with a female threaded end.
NOTE:
On some models, the female threaded end is not included.
NOTE:
Do not use “Continuous Draining” when the outdoor temperature is equal to or less than 32°F (0°C), otherwise the water will freeze, causing the Water Hose to block up and the Dehumidifier may be damaged.
NOTE:
- Make sure the connection is tight and there is no leaking.
- Lead the Water Hose to a floor drain or a suitable drainage facility. If there is no pump, the drainage facility should be lower than the Drain Outlet of the Dehumidifier.
- Be sure to run the Water Hose sloping downward to let the water flow out smoothly.
- When the “Continuous Drain” feature is not being used, remove the Drain Hose from the outlet and replace the plastic cover of the Continuous Drain Hose Outlet tightly.
Pump Draining (Only applicable to HME1004)
- Remove the Continuous Drain Hose from the unit. Replace the plastic cover of the Continuous Drain Hose Outlet tightly.
- Attach the Pump Drain Hose (Outer diameter: 1/4 in; length: 16.4 ft) to the Pump Drain Hose Outlet. The insert depth should not be less than 0.59 inch. Lead the Drain Hose to the floor drain or a suitable drainage facility.
- If there is a pump, the appliance does not need to be higher than the hose (the pump will push the water instead of relying upon gravity drainage).
- Press the “Pump” button to pump the water. When the Bucket is full, the Pump will start to work. It is normal that the Pump makes loud noises at first 3~5 minutes of work.
Care & Cleaning
CARE AND CLEANING OF THE DEHUMIDIFIER
WARNING: Turn the Dehumidifier off and remove the Plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Clean the Dehumidifier with water and mild detergent.
Do not use bleach, cleaning supplies, or other abrasives.
Clean the Grille and Case
- Do not splash water directly onto the main unit. Doing so may cause: an electrical shock, the insulation to deteriorate, or the unit to rust.
- The air intake and outlet grilles get soiled easily. Use a vacuum brush attachment or brush to clean.
Clean the Bucket
Clean the Bucket with water and mild detergent every two weeks.
Clean the Air Filter
Clean the filter with potable water at least once every 30 days.
Storing the Dehumidifier
Store the Dehumidifier when it will not be used for a long time.
- After turning off the Dehumidifier, wait one day until all water in the internal of the Dehumidifier flows into the Bucket, and then empty the Bucket.
- Clean the main Dehumidifier, Bucket, and air filter.
- Wrap the cord and bundle it with the band.
- Cover the Dehumidifier with a plastic bag.
- Store the Dehumidifier upright in a dry, well-ventilated area.
Troubleshooting
Before contacting Customer Service, reviewing this list can save time. This list includes the most common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this Dehumidifier.
Please contact Customer Service at homelabs.com/help or help@homelabs.com if the Dehumidifier operates abnormally or does not operate, and the solutions above are not useful.
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