Operating Instructions Air Conditioner

F566111

Operating Instructions

Air Conditioner

Indoor Unit Outdoor Unit

CU-E7HKR

CU-E9HKR

CS-E12HKR

© 2008 Panasonic HA Air-Conditioning (M) Sdn. Bhd.

(11969-T). All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.

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DEFINITION

The instructions to be followed are classifi ed by the following symbols:

This symbol denotes an action that is PROHIBITED.

These symbols denote actions that are COMPULSORY.

To prevent personal injury, injury to others, or property damage, please observe the following.

Incorrect operation due to failure to follow instructions may cause harm or damage, the seriousness of which is classifi ed as below:

Warning This sign warns of death or serious injury. Caution

This sign warns of injury or damage to property.

Remote Control

• Do not use rechargeable

(Ni-Cd) batteries.

• Do not allow infants and small children to play with the remote control to prevent them from accidentally swallowing the batteries.

• Remove the batteries if the unit is not going to be used for a long period of time.

• New batteries of the same type must be inserted following the polarity stated to prevent malfunction of the remote control.

Indoor Unit

• Do not install, remove and reinstall the unit by yourself; improper installation will cause leakage, electric shock or fi re. Please consult an authorized dealer or specialist for the installation work.

• Do not insert your fi ngers or other objects into the indoor or outdoor unit.

• Do not attempt to repair the unit by yourself.

Indoor Unit

• Do not install the unit in a potentially explosive atmosphere.

• Do not wash the unit with water, benzene, thinner or scouring powder.

• Do not use for other purposes such as preservation of food.

• Do not use any combustible equipment in front of the airfl ow outlet.

• Do not expose directly to cold air for a long period.

• Ensure that the drainage pipe is connected properly. Otherwise, leakage may occur.

• Aerate the room regularly.

Air outlet

Power Supply

• Do not share the same power outlet with other equipment.

• Do not modify power cords.

• Do not use extension cords.

• Do not operate with wet hands.

• Use the specifi ed supply cord.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualifi ed persons in order to avoid a hazard.

• This equipment must be earthed and strongly recommended to be installed with Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker

(ELCB) or Residual Current Device

(RCD). Otherwise, it may cause electrical shock or fi re in case of malfunction.

• In case of emergency or abnormal conditions (burnt smell, etc), turn off the power supply, and consult your nearest dealer.

Air inlet

Air inlet

Air outlet

Outdoor Unit

• Do not insert your fi ngers or other objects into the unit.

Power Supply

• Switch off the power supply before cleaning or servicing.

• Turn off the power supply if the unit is not used for a long period of time.

• This air conditioner is equipped with a built-in surge protective device. However, in order to further protect your air conditioner from being damaged by abnormally strong lightning activity, you may want to disconnect it from the power supply. Do not touch the air conditioner during lightning, it may cause electric shock.

Outdoor Unit

• Do not sit or place anything on the indoor or outdoor unit.

• Do not touch the sharp aluminium fi n.

• Ensure that the drainage pipe is connected properly. Otherwise, leakage may occur.

• After long periods of use, make sure the installation rack is not damaged.

Thank you for purchasing

Air Conditioner

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Use this air conditioner under the following temperature range

Temperature (°C)

COOLING

HEATING

Maximum

Minimum

Maximum

Minimum

* DBT: Dry bulb temperature

* WBT: Wet bulb temperature

*DBT

Indoor

*WBT

32

16

30

16

23

11

-

-

Outdoor

*DBT *WBT

43

16

24

-5

26

11

18

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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REGULATORY INFORMATION

3

PRODUCT OVERVIEW &

OPERATIONS

4~5

CARE & CLEANING

6

TROUBLESHOOTING

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QUICK GUIDE

BACK COVER

The illustrations in this manual are for explanation purposes only and may differ from the actual unit. It is subjected to change without notice for future improvement.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

Pb

• Do not switch ON the unit when waxing the fl oor. After waxing, aerate the room properly before operating the unit.

• Do not install the unit in oily and smoky areas.

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e-ion fi lters

Front panel e-ion AIR PURIFYING SYSTEM

Do not touch during operation

Active e-ion Power

Module

Active e-ion Generator

Auto OFF/ON button

• Used when remote control is misplaced or malfunction.

Action

Press once.

Press and hold until 1 beep is heard, then release.

Press and hold until 1 beep is heard, then release.

Press again until 2 beeps, then release.

Press the button to turn off.

Mode

Auto

Cooling

Heating

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Horizontal airfl ow direction louver

• Manually adjustable.

Vertical airfl ow direction louver

• Do not adjust by hand.

Remote control display

INDICATOR

(Green) (Orange) (Orange) (Orange) (Blue)

(Blue)

Receiver

Maximum distances: 8m

TO TURN ON OR OFF THE UNIT

• Please be aware of the OFF indication on the remote control display to prevent the unit from starting / stopping improperly.

TO SET TEMPERATURE

• Selection range: 16˚C ~ 30˚C.

• Operating the unit within the recommended temperature could induce energy saving.

HEAT mode : 20˚C ~ 24˚C.

COOL mode : 26˚C ~ 28˚C.

DRY mode : 1˚C ~ 2˚C lower than room temperature.

TO SELECT OPERATION MODE

AUTO mode - For your convenience

• Unit selects operation mode every 30 minutes according to temperature setting, outdoor and room temperature. During operation mode selection the power indicator blinks.

HEAT mode - To enjoy warm air

• Unit takes a while to warm up. The power indicator blinks during this operation.

COOL mode - To enjoy cool air

DRY mode - To dehumidify the environment

• Unit operates at low fan speed to give a gentle cooling operation.

TO SELECT FAN SPEED

(5 OPTIONS)

• To turn ON or OFF the unit at a preset time.

• For AUTO, the indoor fan speed is automatically adjusted according to the operation mode.

TO ADJUST VERTICAL AIRFLOW

DIRECTION (5 OPTIONS)

• Keeps the room ventilated.

• If AUTO is set, the louvers swing up/down automatically.

• In heat mode, the air blows horizontally for a while, then starts to blow downwards.

TO MONITOR AIR

QUALITY

• Patrol sensor detects air quality.

• When air quality is unsatisfactory, e-ion operation will start automatically.

TO ENJOY CLEAN &

FRESH AIR

• Generates negative ions to produce fresh air effect and attract dust which will then be captured at the positively charged e-ion fi lters.

TO ENJOY QUIET

ENVIRONMENT

• This operation reduces airfl ow noise.

TO ACHIEVE TEMPERATURE

QUICKLY

• , , and can be activated in all modes and can be cancelled by pressing the respective button again.

• and or be activated at the same time.

and can not

• and can be activated even when the unit is turned off. In this condition, once e-ion indicator is ON, the unit will operate with AUTO fan speed and air swing.

Select ON or

OFF timer.

Set the time.

Confi rm.

• To cancel ON or OFF timer, press or then press .

• When ON Timer is set, the unit may start earlier (up to 30 minutes) before the actual set time in order to achieve the desired temperature on time.

• Timer operation is based on the clock set in the remote control and repeats daily once set. For clock setting, please refer to Remote Control Preparation at back cover.

• If timer is cancelled manually or due to power failure, you can restore the previous setting (once power is resumed) by pressing .

Patrol starts automatically with the unit switched on with .

Press and hold for 5 seconds, then release to disable or restore this setting.

Press and hold for 5 seconds to dim or restore the unit’s indicator brightness.

Press and hold for approximately 10 seconds to show temperature setting in

°C or °F.

Press and hold for approximately 5 seconds to show 12-hour (am/pm) or 24-hour time indication.

Press to restore the remote control’s default setting.

, Not used in normal operations.

Set the temperature 1°C higher in cool mode or 2°C lower in heat mode than the desired temperature to achieve a 10% power saving.

Use curtains to screen off sunlight and outdoor heat to reduce power consumption during cool mode.

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CAUTION

• Switch off the power supply before cleaning.

• Do not touch the aluminium fi n, sharp part may cause injury.

• Do not use benzene, thinner or scouring powder.

• Use only soap ( pH7) or neutral household detergent.

• Do not use water hotter than 40°C.

• Clean the fi lter regularly for best performance and to reduce power consumption.

• Please consult your nearest dealer for seasonal inspection.

Raise and pull to remove. Wash gently and dry.

Wipe the unit gently with a soft, dry cloth.

Clean with dry cotton bud.

• Active e-ion generator cleaning is recommended every 6 months.

• Clean the fi lters regularly.

• Wash/rinse the fi lters gently with water to avoid damage to the fi lter surface.

• Dry the fi lters thoroughly under the shade, away from fi re or direct sunlight.

• Replace any damage fi lter.

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• Checking of remote control batteries.

• No obstruction at air inlet and air outlet vents.

• After 15 minutes of operation, it is normal to have the following temperature difference between air inlet and air outlet vents:

Cooling: ≥ 8°C Heating: ≥ 14°C

• Activate heat mode for 2~3 hours to remove moisture left in the internal parts thoroughly.

• Turn off the power supply.

• Remove the remote control batteries.

TURN OFF POWER SUPPLY then CALL Authorized

Distributor under the following conditions:

• Abnormal noise during operation.

• Water/foreign particles have entered the remote control.

• Water leaks from Indoor unit.

• Circuit breaker switches off frequently.

• Power cord becomes unnaturally warm.

• Switches or buttons are not functioning properly.

Mist emerges from indoor unit.

Water fl owing sound during operation.

The room has a peculiar odour.

Indoor fan stops occasionally during automatic fan speed setting.

Operation is delayed a few minutes after restart.

Outdoor unit emits water/steam.

Timer indicator is always on.

Power indicator blinks during operation and the indoor fan is stopped.

Indoor fan stops occasionally during heating operation.

Power indicator blinks before the unit is switched on.

Cracking sound during operation.

• Condensation effect due to cooling process.

• Refrigerant fl ow inside the unit.

• This may due to damp smell emitted by the wall, carpet, furniture or clothing.

• This helps to remove the surrounding odours.

• The delay is a protection to the unit’s compressor.

• Condensation or evaporation occurs on pipes.

• The timer setting repeats daily once set.

• The unit is in defrost mode, and the melted frost is drained from the outdoor unit.

• To avoid unintended cooling effect.

• This is a preliminary step in preparation for the operation when the ON timer has been set.

• Changes of temperature cause the expansion/contraction of the unit.

Heating/Cooling operation is not working effi ciently.

Noisy during operation.

Remote control does not work.

(Display is dim or transmission signal is weak.)

The unit does not work.

The unit does not receive the signal from the remote control.

Patrol sensor or e-ion indicator on the indoor unit is blinking.

• Set the temperature correctly.

• Close all doors and windows.

• Clean or replace the fi lters.

• Clear any obstruction at the air inlet and air outlet vents.

• Check if the unit has been installed at an incline.

• Close the front panel properly.

• Insert the batteries correctly.

• Replace weak batteries.

• Check if the circuit breaker is tripped.

• Check if timers have been set.

• Make sure the receiver not obstructed.

• Certain fl uorescent lights may interfere with signal transmitter. Please consult your nearest dealer.

• Press or twice. If the patrol sensor or e-ion indicator still blinking, please consult your nearest dealer.

1

Press for 5 seconds.

2 Press until you hear beep sound, then jot down the error code.

3

Press for 5 seconds to quit checking.

• Turn the unit off and reveal the error code to your nearest dealer.

• The unit may be operable

(with 4 beeps) on a limited basis, depending on the error.

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6

1

3

4

2

5

1 Press and pull out

2 Insert AAA or R03 batteries (can be used ~ 1 year)

3 Press CLOCK

4 Set time

5 Confi rm

6 Close the cover

1

AUTO HEAT

DRY COOL

Select the desired mode.

2

Start/stop the operation.

3

Set the desired temperature.

F566111

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/

Printed in Malaysia

OPTK0803-00