The MeacoDry Arete® Two Dehumidifier and Air Purifier uses the new R290 refrigerant gas to comply
with European Environmental Directives. R290 is kinder to the environment and is part of attempts to
reduce global warming as it has a low greenhouse effect (GWP).
When using the MeacoDry Arete® Two Dehumidifier and Air Purifier you must take into account the
following:
• This dehumidifier uses about 35 (10L) / 45 (12L) grams of R290 refrigerant, which is flammable.
Therefore, it is part of a sealed system and must only be serviced by a trained Meaco engineer.
• Do not use or store this dehumidifier in a room smaller than 4m² to prevent a fire or explosion
hazard if there is a leak of refrigerant and the gas comes into contact with an ignition source.
• Do not use it in a room with any continuous sources of ignition, for example open flames, gas
fires or hobs, cigarettes or any other sources of ignition.
• If the dehumidifier is installed, operated or stored in a non-ventilated area, then the room must
be designed to prevent the accumulation of refrigerant leaks resulting in a risk of fire or explo-
sion due to ignition of the refrigerant caused by electric heaters, cookers, or other sources of
ignition.
• R290 refrigerant gas is odourless.
• Do not puncture either during the dehumidifiers working life or after. At the end of life dispose
of following local recycling regulations.
• If there is any damage to the dehumidifier then do not use it and contact Meaco or your retailer.
• As with all dehumidifiers, always keep upright and leave the dehumidifier standing upright for
six hours before using it upon receipt.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in fire, damage to property, serious injury or
potentially death.
Individuals who operate or work on the refrigerant circuit must have the appropriate certification issued
by a national accredited organisation that ensures competence in handling flammable refrigerants
according to a specific evaluation recognised by national associations in the industry and compliant
with the latest R290 guidance.
Servicing should only be carried out by a Meaco approved engineer using original Meaco parts to
prevent damage to the dehumidifier and potential injury to the engineer.
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