F565757 Operating Instructions Air Conditioner Indoor Unit Outdoor Unit CS-A7HKD CS-A9HKD CS-A12HKD CU-A7HKD CU-A9HKD CU-A12HKD ENGLISH 2~7 Before operating the unit, read these operating instructions thoroughly and keep them for future reference. FRANÇAIS 8 ~ 13 Avant d'utiliser l'appareil, lisez ce mode d'emploi dans son intégralité et conservez-le pour toute référence ultérieure. 27 ~ 34 . ESPAÑOL 14 ~ 19 Antes de utilizar la unidad, sírvase leer atentamente estas instrucciones de funcionamiento y conservarlas como futuro elemento de consulta. 35 ~ 42 . QUICK GUIDE / GUIDE RAPIDE GUÍA RÁPIDA / / © 2007 Panasonic HA Air-Conditioning (M) Sdn. Bhd. (11969-T). All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DEFINITION The instructions to be followed are classified 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 classified as below: Warning This sign warns of death or serious injury. This sign warns of Caution 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 fire. Please consult an authorized dealer or specialist for the installation work. · Do not insert your fingers or other objects into the unit. · Do not attempt to repair the unit by yourself. Air inlet 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 airflow 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. Power Supply · Do not pull the cord to disconnect the plug. · Switch off the power supply and unplug before cleaning or servicing. · Turn off the power supply and unplug 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, step or place anything on the unit. · Do not touch the sharp aluminium fin. 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. · Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power plug. · Insert the power plug properly. · Use the specified supply cord. · If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. · Dust on the electric power plug should be periodically wiped with a dry cloth. · 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 fire in case of malfunction. · In case of emergency or abnormal conditions (burnt smell, etc), turn off the power supply and unplug, and consult your nearest dealer. Air outlet Air inlet Air inlet Air outlet Outdoor Unit · Do not insert your fingers or other objects into the unit. 2 · 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. REGULATORY INFORMATION REGULATORY INFORMATION The appliance is not intended for use by young children or the infirm person without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Thank you for purchasing Air Conditioner TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REGULATORY INFORMATION 2 3 OPERATION CONDITION Use this air conditioner under the following temperature range Temperature (°C) COOLING HEATING Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum Indoor *DBT 32 16 30 16 *WBT 23 11 43 16 24 -5 Outdoor *DBT *WBT 26 11 18 -6 PRODUCT OVERVIEW & OPERATIONS CARE & CLEANING TROUBLESHOOTING 4~5 6 7 * DBT: Dry bulb temperature * WBT: Wet bulb temperature Replacement or installation of power plugs shall be performed by authorized/ qualified personnel only. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Terminals red black green/yellow QUICK GUIDE BACK COVER NOTE : 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. wires live neutral earth colours (GB Standard) brown blue green-yellow Wiring colour may vary depending on a country wiring code's standard. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Battery Disposal The batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. END-OF-LIFE DISPOSAL "Instructions for end-user" for air conditioners: Information on Disposal in other countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your installer, dealer or local authority and ask for the correct method of disposal. · Do not switch ON the unit when waxing the floor. After waxing, aerate the room properly before operating the unit. · Do not install the unit in oily and smoky areas. 3 ENGLISH PRODUCT OVERVIEW & OPERATIONS PRODUCT OVERVIEW & OPERATIONS e-ion AIR PURIFYING SYSTEM Do not touch during operation e-ion filters Front panel 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 the button to turn off. Mode Auto Cooling INDICATOR Horizontal airflow direction louver · Manually adjustable. (Green) (Orange) (Orange) (Orange) (Blue) um Vertical airflow direction louver · Do not adjust by hand. tan ce s: 8m Receiver 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 · For heat, cool and dry modes, the range of temperature for selection is 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 the operation mode according to the room temperature. · Once auto mode is selected, the unit will operate at the standard setting temperature. · To change the standard setting temperature, press for "HI" or for "LO". Room Operation Standard setting HI LO temperature mode temperature (+2°C) (-2°C) 23°C & above Cool 25°C 27°C 23°C Below 23°C Dry 22°C 24°C 20°C Below 20°C Heat 21°C 23°C 19°C HEAT mode - To enjoy warm air · In heat mode, it takes a while for the unit 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. Remote control display 4 Ma xim dis · 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) Select ON or OFF timer. Set the time. Confirm. or then · To cancel ON or OFF timer, press · 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 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 filters. TO MONITOR AIR QUALITY · Patrol sensor detects air quality. · When air quality is at dirty level, e-ion operation will start automatically. QUITE POWERFUL 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 Indicator Air Quality Blue Clean Orange Moderate Red Dirty NORMAL OPTIONAL SETTINGS 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. TO ENJOY QUIET ENVIRONMENT · This operation reduces airflow noise. TO ACHIEVE TEMPERATURE QUICKLY · This operation will stop automatically after 15 minutes. · , and can be activated in all modes and can be cancelled by pressing the respective button again. time. and can not be selected at the same Press to restore the remote control's default setting. Not used in normal operations. Temperature setting of 1°C higher in cool mode or 2°C lower in heat mode than the desired temperature performs a 10% power saving. Use curtains to screen off sunlight and outdoor heat to reduce power consumption during cool mode. 5 · · and can be activated even when the unit is turned off. In this condition, fan speed and air swing can not be adjusted. ENGLISH TO SELECT FAN SPEED (3 OPTIONS) TO SET THE TIMER CARE & CLEANING CAUTION · Switch off the power supply and unplug before cleaning. · Do not touch the aluminium fin, sharp parts may cause injury. HINTS · Clean the filter regularly for best performance and to reduce power consumption. · Please consult your nearest dealer for seasonal inspection. WASHING INSTRUCTIONS · Do not use benzene, thinner or scouring powder. · Use only soap ( pH7) or neutral household detergent. · Do not use water hotter than 40°C. ALUMINIUM FIN FRONT PANEL Raise and pull to remove. Wash gently and dry. INDOOR UNIT Remove Wipe the unit gently with a soft, dry cloth. ACTIVE e-ion GENERATOR e-ion FILTERS · Clean the filters regularly. · Wash/rinse the filters gently with water to avoid damage to the filter surface. · Dry the filters thoroughly under the shade, away from fire or direct sunlight. · Replace any damage filter. Clean with dry cotton bud. · Active e-ion generator cleaning is recommended every 6 months. ACTIVE e-ion POWER MODULE FOR SEASONAL INSPECTION AFTER EXTENDED NON-USE · 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 NON SERVICEABLE CRITERIAS TURN OFF POWER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG 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. FOR EXTENDED NON-USE · Activate heat mode for 2~3 hours to remove moisture left in the internal parts thoroughly. · Turn off the power supply and unplug. · Remove the remote control batteries. 6 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING The following symptoms do not indicate malfunction. Symptom Mist emerges from indoor unit. Water flowing sound during operation. The room has a peculiar odour. Cause · Condensation effect due to cooling process. · Refrigerant flow inside the unit. · This may due to damp smell emitted by the wall, carpet, furniture or clothing. Indoor fan stops occasionally during automatic · This h ...