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Air always contains a certain amount of water in the form of vapour. This is commonly
known as humidity. This determines the level of humidity in an atmosphere.
The capacity of the air to hold water vapour increases with temperature.
This is why in our homes, as soon as the temperature decreases, the vapour contained in the
air condenses, as is evident on the colder surfaces in the room, such as the windows, walls
etc.
The purpose of a dehumidifier is to remove the excess moisture from the air, avoiding the
damage caused by condensation. Experts have established that the optimum environmental
conditions for our well being and for the home are obtained between 40% and 60% relative
humidity. Below these levels tha air can feel too dry an may cause skin complaints and even
static electric shocks
With temperatures lower than 5°C, you are recommended to heat the room even minimally.
With heating, the condensation formed by the water vapour on windows and other cold sur-
faces evaporates into the air to be collected by the dehumidifier.
Air leaving the dehumidifier is usually about 1°C warmer than room temperature.
Brief notes on humidity
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH
EC DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC.
At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of as urban waste.
It must be taken to a special local authority differentiated waste collection centre or to a dea-
ler providing this service.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible negative consequences for
the environment and health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables the consti-
tuent materials to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and resources.As a
reminder of the need to dispose of household appliances separately, the product is marked
with a crossed-out wheeled dustbin.
