MJ-E16SX-A1 - Mitsubishi Electric...Before using the unit Operating Troubleshooting MITSUBISHI MODEL MJ-E16SX-A1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Features Powerful Dehumidifying Wide-angle Swing

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MITSUBISHIMODEL

MJ-E16SX-A1INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Features�Powerful Dehumidifying�Wide-angle Swing Louvre�Full Auto. Laundry

Table of Contents page

¡Getting the most out of your dehumidifier...........................................2

¡Precautions............................................3¡Warning..................................................5¡Names and functions of parts .............6¡Things to be aware of...........................8¡Before using your dehumidifier...........8

¡Turning the Unit ON and OFF ..............9Turning the unit on/off

¡Switching operating modes ...............10Full Auto - Laundry - Low - Mildew Guard -Low Temp - Auto

¡Swing louvre function ........................12How to read the swing monitor

¡Information display .............................13High humidity warning - Defrosting indicator -Low temperature indicator - Water full lamp

¡Using the Timer ...................................14ON/OFF Timer

¡Using the Child lock ...........................16¡Moving the unit ...................................16¡Removing water from the tank ..........17¡Continuous drainage ..........................18

¡Maintenance ........................................19¡Replacing the Air purifying filter.............21¡Storage.................................................21¡Troubleshooting ..................................22¡Specifications......................................24

¡In order to ensure correct usage, please readthis instruction manual carefully and retain it forfuture reference.

¡Before accepting the Warranty at the time ofpurchase, please make sure that the date ofpurchase, place of purchase and other itemsare correctly filled in the form.

Printed on recycled paper.Protect our environment and enrich our lives bysaving energy

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Getting the most out of your dehumidifierCombine operating mode and swing louvre function to get optimum results.

Drying laundry indoors

¡Use the dehumidifier ina small, enclosed room.

¡Direct the louvres at thelaundry.

¡Space laundry toimprove airflow

¡Maintain roomtemperature above 16°C with an airconditioner

• In low temperatures, drying takes about twice as long asnormal. (Drying times will vary depending on the nature ofthe laundry and the room temperature.)

• The airflow is strongest to the top right of the unit.

Installing your dehumidifier

Make sure to leave somespace around the unit.

<For use in close proximity toa wall>

Stop the louvre in the verticalposition. Blowing air at thewall may cause staining.

Operating noise

Place the unit on top of a mat. This reducesvibration and noise. It also prevents leavingdepressions on carpets.

∞ Drain the water tank before use ∞ Refrain from opening doors/windows during operation ∞

Objective Recommended mode and louvre setting Page

Dryinglaundry

When you don’t want tohang the clothesoutside or it is raining...

¡SelectionLaundry

¡Louvre settingUp

¡Selection

¡Mode

¡Swing louvre

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¡SelectionFull Auto

¡ModeAutomatic

¡ModeLow Temp

¡ModeMildew guard

¡ModeLow

¡Louvre settingRear

When you don’t knowwhat humidity level toset the unit to...

When you want to setthe humidity level...

Whencondensationoccursindoors...

To preventmildew...

To keep the inside ofclosets and shoeboxesdry...

Loweringroomhumidity

Preventingmould/condensation

direct the air flow

At least 50 cm

At least 20 cm

At least20 cm

At least20 cm

At least20 cm

Operating tips

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Precautions

Do not start/stop the unitby plugging/unpluggingthe power cord.

This may result in fire and/orelectric shock.

Do not use extensioncords or multiple headadapters.

This may result in fire, electricshock or malfunctions.

Do not damage or modifythe power cord or plug.Do not modify, bundle, twist, bendor heat the power cord. Do notplace under objects or use with theend close to the plug bent.

The cord may be damagedresulting in fire or electric shock.(Keep pets from biting the cord.)

Do not put your fingers orany long object, into the airintake/outlet. Do not touchthe swing louvre.

The internal fan rotates at highspeeds, and such actions mayresult in injury or malfunctions.

Do not attempt to repair,disassemble, or modify theunit.

This may result in fire and/orelectric shock.Refer servicing to your dealer orMitsubishi Electric Service Centre.

Do not put the unit nearheat-generating devices(such as stoves, fanheaters, etc.).

The plastic parts may melt causingfire.

Wipe dust off the powerplug and insert the plugfirmly.

If the plug is not fully inserted intothe socket, dust may gather on theconnectors which may cause fireand/or electric shock.

Use 220-240V AC power socketsthat can withstand more than 15Acurrent.Connecting to powersockets other than 220-240V AC may result infire and/or electric shock.

Remove water that hascollected in the tank.Accidentally drinking thewater or using it for otherpurposes may causeillness and/or unforeseen accidents.

Should abnormal symptomsoccur (a burning smell, etc.),switch off the unit and unplugit from the socket.

Continuing to operate the unit mayresult in fire, electric shock, ormalfunctions. Contact your dealeror Mitsubishi Electric ServiceCentre for consultation.

The following diagrams indicatecircumstances where danger can result frommishandling the unit.

Meanings of the graphic symbols used in this manual andon the unit are explained below.

WARNINGMishandling mayresult in fatal orserious injuries.

CAUTIONMishandling may result ininjuries or damage to yourhome or property, etc.

Always follow theinstructions

WARNING

Forbidden

Keepaway fromfire

Do notdisassemble

Do notsubject towater

Petrol

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Do not cover the side airintakes or the air outletwith cloth, curtain, etc.

This results in poor ventilation andmay cause heat generation/fire.

Do not stand on, sit on orlean against the unit.

The unit may tip over causinginjury.

Do not put vases or anyother objects filled withwater on the unit.

Water may leak into the unitadversely affecting electric insulationand cause electric shock and/orfire by short-circuiting.

Do not use the unit where it maybe exposed to direct sunlight orother weather conditions. (Thisunit is for indoor use only.)

This may cause overheating,electric shock and/or fire causedby an electric leak.

Do not use the unit in narrow,enclosed places such asinside closets, between piecesof furniture, etc.

This results in poor ventilation andmay cause heat generationand/or fire.

Do not use combustionappliances in the path ofthe air outlet.

This may cause incompletecombustion in the appliance.

Do not use the unit in placeswhere chemicals are used(such as hospitals, factories,laboratories or beautysalons).

Chemicals and solventsevaporated in the air may harm theunit and cause water in the tank toleak, resulting in damage toproperty.

Do not use the unit forspecial purposes, such aspreservation of food, art orscientific works.

This may negatively affect thequality of the items stored.

Do not drain water continuouslyif there is a possibility thattemperature around the hosecould drop to freezing point.

Water inside the hose may freezeand prevent the water in the tankfrom flowing out.The water may leak from the unit anddamage surrounding objects.

Do not use the unit inplaces that may be subjectto oil or flammable gasleakage.

Such a leak around the unit maycause combustion and fire.

Do not remove theStyrofoam from the floatingelement.

The floating element will not be able todetect a full tank resulting in waterleakage, which may damagesurrounding objects or causeelectric shock and/or an electric leak.

Do not wash the unit withwater. Do not use the unitwhere it is likely to come incontact with water.

Exposure to water may result in fireor electric shock caused by anelectric leak .

CAUTION

Precautions

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Warning� Keep the unit always in an

upright position.Inclining the unit may cause waterin the tank to leak into the unit,resulting in malfunction. Shouldyou incline the unit accidentally,contact the place of purchase foradvice.

� Do not carry the unit horizontally.This may result in malfunctions.

Do not point air-flow fromthe unit directly at thebody .

If air-flow is directed at the body forlong periods, it may harm one’sphysical condition and lead todehydration.

Install the unit in a location wherethe floor is flat and stable.

If the unit falls over, the watercollected in the water tank mayleak damaging surrounding objectsand in turn result in fire or electricshock caused by an electricalleak.

Grasp the plug and removefrom the power socket.

When removing the plug from thepower socket, do not pull on itdiagonally or by the cord as thismay cause the projections/wiring tobe damaged resulting in a shortcircuit, electric shock or fire.

Before moving the unit alwaysswitch it off, unplug it and removewater from the water tank.

Moving the unit with water in itstank may cause the water to leakand damage the surroundingobjects and in turn result in electricshock and/or an electric leak.

After emptying the tank,transport the unit by graspingthe handle firmly.

Losing your footing while carryingthe unit may cause personal injuryor damage to the floor.

When using the continuousdrainage outlet, make sureto position the hose so thatthe water drains withoutobstruction.

The water in the tank may leak anddamage surrounding objects.

When draining watercontinuously or leftunattended for longperiods, inspect the unitevery two weeks.Do not allow debris to clogthe filter/hose as this maycause over-heating/leakage.

Use the unit with caution inrooms where the walls,furniture and art work isvulnerable to dry air, as itmay cause cracks and warping.

Switch the unit off andunplug from the powersource when cleaning it.

When the unit is on, the internal fanrotates at high speeds and maycause injury.

Unplug the unit from thepower source when notusing the unit for anextended period of time.

Otherwise it may cause fire and/orelectric shock caused by anelectric leak.

CAUTION

∞ The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision;∞ Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with appliance.

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Names and Functions of Parts

Front Control Panel

Back

Louvre

Continuous drainage outlet

Power plug

SensorDo not cover

Side air intakes (left/right)Do not block

HandleRaise handle to transport

Control panel

Air purifying filterAlready installed at time of purchase

Air filter

Water tank

Front panel

Tank lid

Floating element

Front door

The water tank may contain water residue attime of purchase. This is from final producttesting at the factory and is not due to a defect.

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¡LampCurrent mode lights

¡Selection buttonSwitches modes

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¡FULL AUTO¡LAUNDRY

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LCD Panel

¡Mode buttonFor switching from one operatingmode to another

¡Child lockTo set the child lock, press the modebutton for three or more seconds.

¡Humidity SelectionThis is used to set the target humidity.

¡Swing louvrebuttonSets swing louvredirection or locks it intoposition

¡Power lampLights when unit is ON.

¡Power buttonUse this to switch theunit OFF and ON.

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¡LOW¡MILDEW GUARD¡LOW TEMP¡AUTO

¡Information displayIndicates room and unit condition

.....Flashes when the power isOFF and the humidity rises

.....Lights when the defrostingfunction is operating.

.....Lights when the power isON and the roomtemperature drops below15°C.

The LCD panel provides an explanation of all operations.

¡Timer ON/OFFSets timer

¡Tank full lampThis lights up to warn thatthe water tank is full.

¡Mode IndicatorIndicates the currentoperating mode.

¡Humidity IndicatorThis indicates the approximatehumidity.

indicates the currenthumidityindicates thehumidity setting inAUTO mode

The current humidity is displayedin a range from 30 to 80%.

¡Swing monitorIndicates the directionof the swing louvre.

¡Timer displayDisplays the time setfor the ON/OFF timer.

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Room temperature may rise 2-4°C during operation

The humidity reading on the unitmay differ from a hygrometer inthe same room

Low temperature/humiditydecreases dehumidifying effects

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Things to be aware of

How does the dehumidifierwork?If you pour cold water into a cup, the air aroundit becomes cold, causing water droplets to formon the surface of the cup.The dehumidifier takes advantage of thisphenomenon to remove moisture from the air.

1The unit draws air from the room, cools it withits cooling coil, causing the moisture totransform into water droplets.

2The water droplets fall into the water tank.3The dehumidified air is reheated by the

heating coil, and then discharged.The humidity of the room is thus reduced byrepeating steps 1, 2, and 3.

How is mildew growthsuppressed?Mildew is unable to produce new spores if driedas mycelia. The Mildew Guard feature appliesthis principle. (However, the spores themselvesare resilient to dry conditions.)

“Identification of Aspergillus and Penicillium”<Research paper by Dr. K. Abe of the

Environmental Biology Research Center>

Re-heating coilCooling coil

Moist air

Compressor

Dried (warm) air

Water tank

The dehumidifier does not have a cooler function. Dueto heat produced during operation, the roomtemperature may rise 2-4°C. As a result, the unit mayblow warm air, but this is not due to a malfunction.

Even in the same room, temperature and humidity levelsmay differ from place to place. If the hygrometer andthe unit are in different parts of the room, the humiditylevels are prone to differ.Moreover, humidity levels differ between places thathave good and no airflow.Use the reading on the unit as an estimate.

In winter, the temperature is low and the air is dry,therefore making dehumidifying impossible.* If temperatures are low, but humidity is high due to

snow or rain, operating the unit in Low Temp mode willyield better results than Low mode.

Values for HIGH dehumidifying operation

¡The dehumidification values shown on the graphwere measured at constant temperature and humidityand do not reflect actual usage conditions.

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To turn ON

¡Power lamp lights¡The mode is displayed.¡The louvre opens automatically.

To start dehumidifying, select either one-touch operation or mode.

The dehumidifier remembers theoperating mode. Even if the plug isdisconnected or the power turned off, theunit restarts at the previous setting.

To turn OFF

¡Power lamp turns off.¡The Mode Indicator

goes out.¡The louvre closes

automatically

∞ If the room temperature falls below 15°C,defrosting mode is activated once every 40minutes (for about 5 minutes) causing waterto drain to the tank.

∞The unit can operate in a room temperaturerange of 1-35°C.If the room temperature exceeds 35°C, theinside of the unit heats triggering the protectionmechanism, stopping operation. When usingthe louvre, point UP.• If the temperature is below 1°C, the

extracted water is close to freezing disablingthe dehumidifier, and only the blower isoperational.

∞Air purifying function.While the air purifying filter is installed and theunit is running, the air purifying functionoperates all the time.

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Before using yourdehumidifier

Turning the UnitON and OFF

Inserting the watertank correctly

Plug the power cordinto the power socket

¡The current humidity level isindicated.

If the louvre is open, it closesautomatically.

Tank lid

Open the front door.Confirm that the lid issecurely attached tothe water tank. Pushthe tank in.

Front door

Use a 220-240V ACpower socket only.

Press

The dehumidifier does not activate for 3 minuteswhen the unit is turned ON immediately afterturning it OFF or plugging it into the powersocket. (In order to protect the compressor.) When dehumidifying begins, the operationalnoise increases.

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When you want to dehumidify easily (without the hassles of setting humidity levels)

When you want to dry clothes quickly(without the hassles of calculating humidity levels and timer settings for the amount of laundry)

¡Laundry The unit operates for 12 hours and automatically switches off.

∞Empty the water tank before operating the unit. The unit may stop before the clothes are dry due to a full tank.∞Do not use in conjunction with OFF Timer mode. The unit may stop before the clothes are dry.∞The following conditions prevent clothes from drying well:

Room temperature below 15°C, large volume of laundry; laundry not spaced well; clothes of thick fabricand spacious room.

∞When the room temperature is below 5°C, less water evaporates from the clothes, decreasing theamount of temperature change. Therefore the unit is unable to detect the state of the laundry andmay turn off after 1 hour.

∞Restart the unit if it turns off before the laundry dries (except when the temperature is below 5°C).

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Switching operating modesYou can choose between six operating modes.

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Information ∞Pressing HUMIDITY SELECTION while in FULL AUTO or LAUNDRY modes changes the mode toAUTO.

Reading the humidity display

Full Auto & Laundry modes Low, Mildew Guard, and Low Tempmodes

SELECTION indicates set humiditylevel (Automatic mode only).

Even if Automatic mode is notselected using MODE, it can beactivated by pressing HUMIDITYSELECTION.

10 minutes have to elapse after theunit stops operating for the currenthumidity indicator to give anaccurate reading.

CURRENT indicates thecurrent humidity.Current humidity range is between30-80%.

• Humidity levels below 30%are displayed as 30%.

• Humidity levels above 80%are displayed as 80%.

Changes with every press Changes with every press

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¡Full Auto The unit automatically controls airflow to counter excessive roomtemperature/humidity. It activates the blower at high temperatures.

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¡Room temperature is below 27°C - the unitautomatically sets the humidity level according tothe temperature.

¡Room temperature is above 27°C - the unit lowersthe humidity level to 50%, then activates the blower.The dehumidifier is reactivated when humidity risesto 60%.

When you want to leave the dehumidifier on

When you want to suppress mildew growth

When you want to prevent condensation inside the room or when the temperature is low

When you want to set the humidity level

¡Low The unit continually operates the dehumidifier regardless of current humidity.

¡Low Temp The unit operates continuously automatically controlling airflowaccording to room temperature. The air flow is strongest below 15°C.The use of Low Temp mode is recommended when the Lowtemperature indicator is lit.

When the temperature is low, condensation may still form on windows exposed to theoutside air even when Low Temp mode is operating

¡Automatic The unit maintains thehumidity level byautomatically controllingairflow and operatingintermittently as necessary.All you have to do is setthe humidity level.

¡The unit turns off when current humiditydecreases past the set humidity level, andrestarts when the level is exceeded.

¡The unit operates for 6 minutes continuouslyregardless of the humidity level immediatelyafter turning the power on.

Frequent use of exits and roomsize/conditions may cause the humidity to notreach the set level.

<To view set humidity level/ To sethumidity level>

¡Pressing the button once displaysthe set humidify level with the

indicator. After 3seconds, the display returns to thecurrent humidity display.

¡Pressing HUMIDITY SELECTIONwhile is displayed setsthe humidity level. Each time thebutton is pressed, the humiditysetting changes.

¡Mildew Guard The unit lowers room humidity levels once a day (for approximately 2-4hours), suppressing mildew growth.

¡Once every 24 hours the dehumidifier runs for 2hours if the humidity is 40%, or 4 hours if at 50%.The unit operates intermittently, automaticallyturning on and off according to the humidity levelof the room.

¡The unit continues operation if the humidity leveldoes not decrease.

∞Refrain from turning on ventilation fans or opening windows or doors as this lowers performance.∞Mildew growth may still occur due to the fungus type and conditions of the room.

E.g. Rooms that contain excessive condensation, bathrooms, and places with bad airflow (insides ofclosets and behind furniture).

∞This mode does not remove existing mildew.∞Do not use in conjunction with OFF Timer mode.

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* The humidity level cannot be set in Low, Mildew Guard, and Low Temp modes.

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Dehumidifies Dehumidifies

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∞The level of noise emitted fromthe unit varies according to theangle of the air-flow.

∞The louvre may stop up to amaximum of 8 seconds to correctits position, after which it will startmoving again.

∞Do not place your fingers or otherobjects in the louvre to changethe swing angle. Set the swingdirection according to theprocedures in the section“Changing the swing direction”.

Stop the louvre in the verticalposition when using the unit againsta wall. Blowing air at the wall maycause staining.

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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.

¡WIDE

To cover the entire room.

¡REAR

For directing air into a closet.

¡UPWARD

For drying clothes, etc.

Swing speed is automaticallycontrolled to send air to all cornersof the room.

Swings slowly tosend air further

Press

With each pressof the button

¡Starts swing operation.¡The swing monitor is

displayed.

The swing operation stops whenthe power cord is unplugged.

Viewing the Swing MonitorThis indicates the range of louvre swing.(The louvre and monitor do not move insynchronization.)

¡Stop swing operation

¡The louvre stops in a verticalposition.

¡The swing monitor turns off.

To change the louvre to a desiredangle, wait until the louvre stops,then adjust by hand.

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Information DisplayDisplays room and dehumidifier conditions.

LCD Panel

High humidity warning

The indicator flashes when thehumidity in the room exceeds 75%.Activating the dehumidifier isrecommended when the indicator isflashing.

If the High humidity warning is not used, removethe power plug from the power socket.

The unit automatically shuts down andindicates with the lamp and sound thatthe water tank is full. Empty the watertank.

¡Tank full lamp lightsThe unit beeps continuously.

¡Air flows stops (louvre stops)¡Monitor turns off

• After removing the water and replacing the tank,the Tank full lamp will go off, and the unit willautomatically return to operation mode.

• When the Tank Full lights up, no operation butON/OFF is possible.is displayed when the unit is melting

the frost accumulated inside, and drainingit to the tank. The air flow (dehumidifier) isstopped. After defrosting is complete, theunit restarts with the previous mode.

¡ appears¡Air flow stops (louvre stops) ¡The operation noise changes

The unit performs this operation if the roomtemperature falls below 15°C (once every 40 minutesfor five minutes at a time during peak periods).

The indicator comes on if the roomtemperature drops below 15°C.Activating Low Temp mode isrecommended.

Defrosting indicator

Low temperatureindicator

Tank full lamp

Indicator lamp

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Using the Timer

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To cancel<When you want to turn the unitoff>

Press the Power button. (Power off)

¡The OFF Timer is cancelled.

<When you want to disable theTimer OFF mode, and continueoperation>

Keep pressed until the remaining time displaydisappears. The unit returns to Low mode.

¡The OFF Timer is cancelled.

∞The OFF timer and ON timer cannot be set atthe same time.

∞Do not use the timer OFF mode in conjunctionwith Laundry or Midew guard.

∞Empty the water tank before operating. The unitstops and the Tank full lamp lights if the tankbecomes full during operation.

OFF timer operation The OFF timer can be set for 1 to 9 hours.Set the timer when the power is switched on.

To set1 Switch the power on.

2 Select operating mode.Select desired operating mode.

3 Change the louvre swing direction.Select the desired setting.

4 Set the operating time.

¡When pressed once the figure [ ]and [OFF] appear.

¡Each subsequent press changes thedisplay in order from 1 to 9 hours.(Hold the button to run automaticallythrough the numbers.)

➝ The OFF timer is set.

The following is an example of a displayindicating AUTO dehumidifying (set to60%), swing set to WIDE and the OFFtimer set for 2 hours.

¡ The time remaining until the unit switchesitself off is indicated in increments of onehour with a flashing numeral.

¡ When the set time is reached, the unit switchesitself off and the louvre closes automatically.

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The following is an example of a displayindicating AUTO dehumidifying (set to 60%),swing set to WIDE and the ON timer set for 5hours.

¡The time remaining until the unit switches itselfon is indicated in increments of one hour with aflashing numeral.

¡When the set time is reached, the unit switchesitself on.

To cancelPress the Power button. (Power off)

¡The timer is cancelled.

The ON timer function is not operable using acommercially-available timer plug outlet.

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To set1 Switch the power off.

2 Set the time you wish the unit toturn on.

¡Press once. The Power lamp, Modeindicator, and a [ ] on the digitaldisplay flash. The [ON] indicator lights.

¡Each subsequent press changes thedisplay in order from 1 to 9 hours.(Hold the button to run automaticallythrough the numbers.)

3 Select operating mode.Select desired operating mode.

4 Change the louvre swingdirection.

Select the desired setting.

5 Confirm the operating start time.

¡Power lamp and Time display light.➝ The ON timer is set.

The unit informs you if you forget to press thePower button by making the Time display andMode indicator blink and sounding an alarm for 1minute.

ON timer operation The ON timer can be set for 1 to 9 hours.Set the timer when the power is switched off.

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Carrying theUnit

Pull the handle out,and grasp with a firmgrip

Before moving the unit, first make sure to removewater from the water tank and close the louvre.

Do not carry the unit on its side as this maycause malfunctions.

Using theChild Lock

To Lock

¡The child lock indicatorThe child lock is switched off when the powercord is unplugged.

When the child lock is activated the unit cannot beswitched off or on. The other switches are alsoinoperable until the child lock has been released.

Releasing the childlock

¡The child lock lamp goes out.

Press for 3 or moreseconds.

Press for 3 or moreseconds.

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If you lock the unit when the POWER is OFF.The unit will not turn on, even if you press thePOWER switch to turn it on. Only the CHILD LOCKlamp will blink. (Press the POWER button once againso that the lamp lights.)

If you lock the unit when the POWER switchis ON.The unit will not turn off, even if you press thePOWER switch to turn it off. Only the CHILD LOCKlamp will blink. (Press the POWER button once againso that the lamp lights.)

2 Remove the tank lid, and empty.

3 Reattach the tank lid and replacethe water tank.

Confirm that the lid issecurely attached tothe water tank, andpush the tank in.Close the front door.

¡ If the lid is not properly closed, youmay have problems removing thetank.

¡ If the tank is not installed correctly,the tank full light will come on, andthe unit will not operate.

Do not remove or dismantle the floating element inthe tank. If it is removed, the unit cannot detectwhen the tank is full, and this could result inleakage.

water tank

Pour the waterout as shown.

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Removing Water from the TankThe unit automatically shuts down and lights the Tank full lamp when the tank (approximately 4L) is full.Empty the tank.

1 Remove the water tank.

Open the front door

Grasp handle and slide out

<Hold the tank this way.>

Floating elementDo not remove ordismantle the float.

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Continuous DrainageIf 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.

1 Remove the water tank.

2 Open the drainage outlet

Use cutters to cut the three fixing ribs of thecontinuous drainage port on the back of the mainunit, then remove it carefully making sure that itdoes not fall inside the unit.

3 Press drain stopper.

∞Leave a minimum space of 20 cm behind theunit for attaching the hose.

∞Confirm that the hose does not show signs ofdeterioration such as cracks and clogging.

∞ Inspect the hose every 2 weeks.Insects or dirt blocking the hose may causeleakage resulting in malfunctions.

4 Insert the hose into the drainageoutlet on the back

Feed thecommerciallyavailable hose (ID 15mm) into the drainageoutlet while keepingthe stopper pressed

5 Replace the tank.The unit cannot operate without returning the tank.

CAUTIONDo not drain water continuously if there is a possibility thattemperatures around the hose coulddrop below freezing point.Water inside the hose may freeze and water may leakfrom the unit and damage surrounding objects.

When draining water continuously orleft unattended for long periods,inspect the unit once a fortnight.Foreign objects, etc. could clog the hoseresulting in overheating and/or leakage.

Open the front door Grasp handle andpull out

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Stopper

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Confirm that the hose issecurely attached anddoes not leak.

How to set up the drainage hose

¡hose immersedin water

¡hose raised toa level higherthan thedrainage outlet

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Maintenance

Air filter1 Remove front panel and air

filter

2 Remove the air-purifying filter

The air purifying filter cannot be washed inwater.Replace the air purifying filter when it becomesdirty.

3 Clean the air filter

4 Set the air-purifying filter

Set the air-purifyingfilter into the air filterwith the honeycombside up.

5 Attach the air filter and frontpanel

Frontpanel

Air filter

1Remove holdingthe bottom

2Removeholding thetabs

Air filter

Air purifying filter

Run a vacuumcleaner lightlyover the air filtersurface toremove the dirt.

If the metal fin inside themain unit is slightly bent,the unit’s performance isnot affected.

Honeycomb side

1Attach holdingthe tabs.

2Hook the top edgeto the top part ofthe unit and pushthe bottom in.

Debris clogging the air filter reduces the effectiveness of the dehumidifier.Clean once every 2 weeks.

Hose with lukewarm water whenexcessively soiled. Dry well.

Once every two weeks

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Water tankWipe with a softcloth.

MainunitWipe with asoft cloth.

FloatingelementDo not removeor dismantle.

The unit draws in dustpresent in the air, and thismay cause the tank togradually become dirty. Ifthe dirt does not come offeasily, wash with cold orwarm water, then wipe with asoft, dry cloth.

Do not remove louvreor front door.

MaintenanceDo 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 inleakage.

Cleaning

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Replacing the AirPurifying FilterThe air purifying filter is disposable.Make sure to replace the filter when it becomes dirty.(The filter cannot be washed or reused.)

StorageAfter switching the unit off, leave for about one dayuntil any water inside has had time to settle. Then carryout the following steps.

When to replace itReplace the filter when it becomes dirty(brownish) with cigarette smoke, dust, etc.Generally, one filter should last about 6 months.(This will depend on usage conditions.)

Replacing air purifyingfilter

For maintenance procedures see p.

1 Remove front panel and air filter

2 Replace air-purifying filter

3 Attach air filter and front panel

1 Bundle power cord

2 Remove the drainage water.

3 Clean air filter

4 Store the unit.¡When you are sure that all parts of

the unit are dry, cover it with a clothto keep it from dust.

¡Store the unit in an upright positionin a place not exposed to directsunlight.

Empty the watertank and wipeaway anyremaining drops ofwater.

Remove gritwith vacuumcleaner

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Air purifying filter for replacement∞Type: MJPR-SXFT∞Type code: 5C5 813

For these items contact your nearest MitsubishiElectric dealer.

Parts sold separately

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Troubleshooting¡ For the symptoms listed below, refer to the remedies listed right.

Symptom Cause/Remedy

The unit blows warm air

Water does not collect inthe water tank (minimaldehumidifying results)

The unit does not turn on(no air comes out)The unit keeps turning off

The humidity level doesnot reach the level set

The hygrometer reading onthe unit differs from otherhygrometers in the room

The louvre does not moveas set

The water tank containsliquid or white water residue

There is black residue on theinside of the water tank and lid.

Louvre doesnot swing

¡Dehumidified air passes through heating coils causing it towarm (this unit is not a cooler). This is not a malfunction.

¡Check to see if the temperature/humidity is low.Low room temperature/humidity reduces dehumidifyingeffectiveness. Confirm the current humidity reading (in winter,the air is dry reducing dehumidifying effects to zero). This isnot a malfunction.

¡Check to see if the power cord is correctly plugged.➝ Plug the power cord properly into the power socket.

¡Check to see if anything is blocking the air intake or outlet.➝ Remove the obstruction.

¡Check to see if the air filter is clogged.➝ Clean according to the maintenance procedures.

¡Check to see if the unit is in FULL AUTO, MILDEW GUARD, orAUTO.The unit is automatically controlling the dehumidifier, fan, and standby times.

¡Check to see if the water tank is full.➝ Empty the water tank and return it to its original position.

¡Check to see if the water tank is inserted properly.➝ Adjust the position of the water tank.

¡Check to see if the unit is in defrosting mode.The unit activates defrosting mode when the room temperaturedrops below 15°C. The dehumidifier and blower functions stopduring defrosting.

¡Check to see if the room is not too large.➝ Use within effective boundaries (floor space).

¡Check to see if the exits to the room are open.➝ Refrain from opening doors/windows during operation.

¡Check to see if steam producing appliances such as keroseneheaters are on in the vicinity.

¡Hygrometer readings differ from place to place even if in thesame room. Use the unit humidity reading as an estimate.

¡Press the Swing louvre switch again.

¡The residue is from final product testing at the factory. It is nota result of a malfunction.

¡The residue is from debris in the air.➝ Clean according to the maintenance procedures.

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Symptom 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 air filter is clogged.→ Clean according to the maintenance procedures

¡Operating the unit in small rooms or in tight spaces sometimescauses the sound to reverberate.➝ Place a mat underneath the unit.

The unitmakesnoises

The operatingnoise isloud/reverberates

The operatingsound suddenlyincreases in volumeThe wind soundchanges in volume

The unitproduces asimmering soundThe unit producesa buzz thatsoundsintermittently (orthe compressordoes not activate)

The unit produces anodour

¡The sound increases when the compressor activates (3minutes after turning on the unit or during One-touchdehumidifier and Automatic modes).

¡The volume of the sound differs depending on the angle of the louver.

¡This is the sound of the refrigerant.The sound can be heard while the refrigerant stabilizes afterthe unit turns on, changes modes, or stops.

¡This is the sound of the compressor.In modes that monitor the humidity level, the compressor operatesintermittently causing the sound to be heard occasionally.The compressor does not activate after turning the unit off, orfor 3 minutes after plugging the unit into a power socket. (Thisis to protect the compressor from damage.)

¡The heat converter heats rapidly causing an odor. This is not amalfunction.

Digital display Cause/Remedy

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¡ Error message (Humidity indicator)

appears

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¡Check to see if the power cord is plugged into the powersocket properly.➝ Plug the power cord into the power socket properly.

¡Check to see if anything is blocking the air outlet.➝ Remove the obstruction, and plug the power cord into thepower socket again.

¡Check to see if the air filter is clogged.➝ Clean according to the maintenance procedures.

¡Malfunction➝ Unplug the power cord, take note of the error message, andcontact the place of purchase.

If the symptoms persist even after following the prescribed remedies, or the error messagedoes not disappear, unplug the power cord, and contact the place of purchase.

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Auckland Wellington ChristchurchUnit 1, 4 Walls Rd. 1 Parliament St. 37 Mandeville St.PO Box 12726 Penrose PO Box 30772 PO Box 1604Auckland Lower Hutt Wellington Phone 03 3417052Phone 09 5269340 Phone 04 5609100 Fax 03 3417054Fax 09 5253116 Fax 04 5609131

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Specifications

Dimensions (h × w × d) 570mm × 384mm × 183mm

Water tank capacity stops automatically at approx. 4.0L

Weight 11.7kg

Power consumption 275W

Power supply Single phase 230-240V 50Hz

Model MJ-E16SX-A1

Dehumidifying capacity 16 L/day

∞The dehumidifying capacity is a value obtained when the dehumidifier is continuously run at a roomtemperature of 30°C and humidity of 80%. It indicates the amount of dehumidification per day (24hours).

∞Standby power approximately 2W.

NOTE

It is impossible to remove the backpanel because the two spots shownare fastened with two special screws.If the unit malfunctions, contact yourMitsubishi dealer:

Place of purchase: Telephone number:

Date of purchase: Day Month Year

T939Z126H63